Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m. through April 30 per the 4 p.m. Burning Law. This includes wood and charcoal. Gas is permissible. Campground fires are allowed during the restricted time if a camp host is on duty and signage to that effect is posted in the campground. Failure to observe the 4 p.m. Burning Law can result in a fine. Contact the Park Office for additional information.
Walnut Dye Print-making
Where
Powhatan State Park, 4616 Powhatan State Park Rd., Powhatan, VA 23139.
Shelter 1
When
Nov. 4, 2023. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to make ink and leaf prints from the husks of the black walnut fruit. The black walnut tree contains a chemical in its roots called Juglone, this chemical acts as a herbicide, preventing other trees from growing near it. This chemical, along with tannin, is found in the leaves and fruit, and can be used as dye.
Other details
Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 804-598-7148
Email Address: powhatan@dcr.virginia.gov
Event types
Arts/Crafts/Photography Workshops | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History
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