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Stick and Stone Studio

Location of Raymond R.

Where

Raymond R. "Andy" Guest, Jr. Shenandoah River State Park, 350 Daughter of Stars Dr., Bentonville, VA 22610.
River Bend Discovery Center - 132 Campground Rd.Bentonville, VA 22610

When

Aug. 8, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Explore one of our trails to find a small fallen branch to turn into a hiking stick! We'll have beads, twine, leather, paint, and more for you to use. As you craft, the ranger will discuss how indigenous tribes turned natural materials into artwork.

The program fee is $2 per hiking stick. You can pay for the program at the visitor center prior to the program. Please bring your receipt with you.

For more information about this program, please email megan.goin@dcr.virginia.gov or call (540) 622-2262.

Parks are for everyone. Please let us know if you need special accommodations.

hiking stick

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: $2 per hiking stick.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 540-622-6840
Email Address: ShenandoahRiver@dcr.virginia.gov