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Fire Fundamentals

Location of Hungry Mother State Park in Virginia

Where

Hungry Mother State Park, 2854 Park Blvd., Marion, VA 24354.
Campfire Pit behind Shelter 3

When

June 12, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

We use fire for all sorts of things in the outdoors, but how do we work with it safely? Come learn about the basics of fire-starting, and experience a fun hands-on crash course in fire safety and the best practices for starting, maintaining, and extinguishing fire.

Fire Pit at HMSP

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-781-7400
Email Address: HungryMother@dcr.virginia.gov