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Backyard Bass

Location of Chippokes State Park in Virginia

Where

Chippokes State Park, 695 Chippokes Park Rd., Surry, VA 23883.
Farm and Forestry Museum

When

Aug. 24, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Join a ranger on for some fishing fun, on dry land! No fishing license is required. Learn to fish, practice your casting, and think like a fish on the lawn of the Farm and Forestry Museum. Visitors of all skill levels are welcome to attend.

photo of a ranger teaching visitors to fish with fishing game

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