Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m., Feb. 15 through April 30. Learn more.

Survival Skills Basics

Location of Hungry Mother State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Raider's Run Trailhead
Main Park Address: Hungry Mother State Park, 2854 Park Blvd., Marion, VA 24354.

When

June 19, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Who wouldn't want to learn helpful skills to fully enjoy nature safely and responsibly? Come learn about some amazing topics including; what to pack, what to do in an emergency, and how to build survival shelters. There’s lots to learn about safety in the outdoors as we demonstrate, learn, and participate in a fun activity utilizing our newly-found skills.

Sunset 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