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Beach Clean Up

Location of Chippokes State Park in Virginia

Where

Chippokes State Park, 695 Chippokes Park Rd., Surry, VA 23883.
Visitor Center

When

July 11, 2025. 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

In the words of Woodsy Owl (1971), "Give a hoot; don't pollute!"

Volunteer and help Chippokes staff with keeping our shorelines clean and safe for others to enjoy.

Meet at the Visitor Center for instructions and supplies (gloves, available trash grabbers, trash bags. etc.). A Ranger will be out on the beach leading our efforts. Be sure to collect as much trash as you can.

Volunteers with collected trash along the shoreline of Chippokes.

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 757-294-3728
Email Address: Chippokes@dcr.virginia.gov