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Early Bird Gets the Worm Hike

Location of Hungry Mother State Park in Virginia

Where

Hungry Mother State Park, 2854 Park Blvd., Marion, VA 24354.
Beach

When

May 2, 2026. 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

Start your morning with fresh air, feathered friends, and great company. Join guides Bob Riggs and Elaine Sharpe for an engaging, but gentle hike filled with bird sightings, nature insights, and conversation. Use this opportunity to learn from two great birders, and to fill your morning with some light activity. 

Group of bird watchers

Documents

  1. 1-2025-life's-extras-birding-celebration.pdf

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-781-7400
Email Address: HungryMother@dcr.virginia.gov

Event types

Kids/Family | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History | Special Event

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