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Phenomenal Pollinators

Location of Claytor Lake State Park in Virginia

Where

Claytor Lake State Park, 6620 Ben H. Bolen Dr., Dublin, VA 24084.
Water's Edge Meeting Facility

When

June 19, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

We have all heard about the hard-working bees, but they're not the only pollinators hard at work. Join Master Naturalist Bruce Grimes as he introduces you to the fascinating world of pollinating insects, from beetles to butterflies. We'll learn how each one plays a vital role in helping flowers bloom. After meeting some of these busy helpers, we'll head outside to try catching a few in nets and get a closer look using special viewing chambers.

A rusty orange butterfly with black markings pollinating a white budding flower.

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 540-643-2500
Email Address: ClaytorLake@dcr.virginia.gov