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Bear Necessities

Location of Hungry Mother State Park in Virginia

Where

Hungry Mother State Park, 2854 Park Blvd., Marion, VA 24354.
Beach

When

July 11, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

The American Black Bear is one of our largest mammals in Virginia and people occasionally come in contact with them while enjoying outdoor spaces. But you don't need to worry, our interpretive rangers are happy to share their tips and tricks for bear safety and minimizing contact. They'll also share fun facts about these fascinating animals using pelts, skulls, and other artifacts.

photo of a black bear in the forest

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

Event types

History/Culture | Kids/Family | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History

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