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Aw Shucks!: Oysters 101

Location of First Landing State Park in Virginia

Where

First Landing State Park, 2500 Shore Dr., Virginia Beach, VA 23451.
The Boat Ramp at 64th Street

When

Aug. 17, 2025. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

What helps keep the Chesapeake Bay clean and safe for everyone to enjoy? Oysters of course! Stop by our Oyster Cages at 64th Street to learn all about these marvelous bivalves and what role they play in the ecosystem, while also getting a look at how First Landing helps maintain their population through gardening. Located at the 64th Street Boat Launch. Ranger and guests take a look at oyster cages on a boat ramp.

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 757-412-2300
Email Address: firstlanding@dcr.virginia.gov