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.

Prowl the Powell Nature Series

Location of Southwest Virginia Museum in Virginia

Where

Southwest Virginia Museum, 10 West First St. N., Big Stone Gap, VA 24219.
Museum Front Gate

When

April 20, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

The April "Prowl the Powell" nature series will be "Spring Wildflowers." Participants will begin their journey with a walk along the Greenbelt in beautiful Big Stone Gap, Virginia and learn about the wildflowers that call the Powell River home. The Powell River is an ideal spot to look for spring flowers in early spring. Considered the most bio diverse waterway in the nation, just behind the Clinch River with which it converges, the Powell River is home to an incredible abundance of wildlife and environmental wonders.

The "Prowl the Powell" monthly nature series will be held rain or shine. Participants are asked to wear appropriate clothing for the weather and comfortable walking shoes. Binoculars are encouraged but not required. Registration is not required for this program.

For more information about the "Prowl the Powell" monthly nature series, please contact the park.

Flower

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: No.
Extra fee: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-523-1322
Email Address: SWVAMuseum@dcr.virginia.gov