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Paper Plate Bears

Location of Clinch River State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Oxbow Center
Main Park Address: Clinch River State Park, P.O. Box 67, Saint Paul, VA 24283.

When

Sept. 20, 2025. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Join a ranger in making a fun paper plate bear! Come learn all about bears and what their jobs are in our environment. Bears can be scary but maybe if we had a better understanding of them we wouldn't have to worry about them as much. All arts and crafts materials will be provided. We hope to see you there!

photo of a black bear

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: No.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-762-5076
Email Address: clinchriver@dcr.virginia.gov