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Junior Pioneers

Location of Wilderness Road State Park in Virginia

Where

Wilderness Road State Park, 8051 Wilderness Rd., Ewing, VA 24248.
Historic Martin's Station

When

June 19, 2025. 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Children Ages 7 - 13

Wednesday - Friday 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Children can experience Virginia’s frontier like never before. Follow in the footsteps of our forefathers through hands on activities. Learn about fire starting, gardening, blacksmithing and more. Discover what daily life was like in 1775. On the final day of the program, participants will celebrate and receive a Junior Pioneer official certificate.

Pre-registration is required.

Limit of 10 participants each session.

Payment required at registration. Non-refundable.

Fee of $20 per child that includes daily activities and snacks.

Children help a Ranger set up a canvas tarp tent.

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: No.
Extra fee: 20.00 per child.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-445-3065
Email Address: WildernessRoad@dcr.virginia.gov

Event types

History/Culture | Kids/Family

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