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Events in Virginia State Parks
Between 08/30/2024 and 08/30/2025
(380) Events Found For All Event Types
Park: Hungry Mother State Park
Aug. 30, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Join us and Mount Rogers Community Services and immerse yourself in nature's grandeur while fueling your body, mind, and soul every Friday at noon.
Aug. 30, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Boat Ramp off of Mitchell Valley Road
What some people call creepy crawlies are actually some of the most interesting and beneficial animals in our area.
Aug. 30, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Beach
Southwest Virginia is home to only two venomous snakes.
Aug. 30, 2024. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Lakeview Lawn
Enjoy the sounds of local musicians as you take in our beautiful park.
Aug. 31, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Raider's Run Trailhead
Embrace your wild side and come play a game of chase that predator and prey have to "play" to survive every day.
Aug. 31, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Beach
All of the park's original facilities back in the 1930's were built by hand.
Aug. 31, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Beach
Come "shell-ebrate" some of the coolest animals around and meet Hungry Mother State Park's ambassador turtles.
Aug. 31, 2024. 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Campfire Pit behind Shelter 3
Spend an entertaining evening sitting around the campfire with other park visitors.
Sept. 1, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
What better way to enjoy the many sights and sounds of the park than by kayak?
Sept. 1, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Beach
Turtles love worms, fish love worms, birds love worms, and interpretive rangers love worms.
Sept. 1, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Express yourself on the trail with a stylish and unique hiking stick you designed and decorated yourself.
Sept. 2, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
Tired of kayaking and canoeing and want to try something new on the water?
Sept. 2, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Beach
Create a recycled flowerpot out of newspaper that you can place right in the ground with native flower seeds.
Sept. 2, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Clyburn Ridge Trailhead
Climb to the top of Clyburn Ridge and take in the beautiful view of the lake and Molly's Knob.
Sept. 4, 2024. 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
The day has been filled with fun activities, but now it is time to wind down with a peaceful paddle on the lake.
Sept. 6, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Join us and Mount Rogers Community Services and immerse yourself in nature's grandeur while fueling your body, mind, and soul every Friday at noon.
Sept. 6, 2024. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Lakeview Lawn
Enjoy the sounds of local musicians as you take in our beautiful park.
Sept. 7, 2024. 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Boat Ramp off of Mitchell Valley Road
Have you ever heard a bird call and wanted to know what bird made that noise?
Sept. 7, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Boat Ramp off of Mitchell Valley Road
Late Summer moving towards Fall might very well be the best time of year to look for wildflowers in our park.
Sept. 7, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Beach
Celebrate the changing of the seasons and get in touch with your crafty side.
Sept. 7, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Raider's Run Trailhead
How did people catch fish for dinner long ago?
Sept. 8, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
What better way to enjoy the many sights and sounds of the park than by kayak?
Sept. 8, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Raider's Run Trailhead
Join certified Forest Therapy volunteer, Tina Hayes, for a relaxing program made to calm the mind.
Sept. 11, 2024. 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
The day has been filled with fun activities, but now it is time to wind down with a peaceful paddle on the lake.
Sept. 13, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Join us and Mount Rogers Community Services and immerse yourself in nature's grandeur while fueling your body, mind, and soul every Friday at noon.
Sept. 13, 2024. 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Campfire Pit behind Shelter 3
Prepare to refine your camping skills in this crash course designed to refresh you on the art of building campfires.
Sept. 13, 2024. 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
The one and only mammal on the planet capable of true flight absolutely loves Hungry Mother.
Sept. 14, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Spillway
Most people are familiar with the lake habitat and the forest that surrounds it, but there are many micro-habitats that attract animals with very different needs.
Sept. 14, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Parking Lot 6
Crawdads, Salamanders, and Stone flies, oh my!
Sept. 14, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Parking Lot 6
Embrace your wild side and come play a game of chase that predator and prey have to "play" to survive everyday.
Sept. 15, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
What better way to enjoy the many sights and sounds of the park than by kayak?
Sept. 15, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
Stewardship in nature is a core value shared by those who enjoy public lands.
Sept. 18, 2024. 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
The day has been filled with fun activities, but now it is time to wind down with a peaceful paddle on the lake.
Sept. 20, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Join us and Mount Rogers Community Services and immerse yourself in nature's grandeur while fueling your body, mind, and soul every Friday at noon.
Sept. 20, 2024. 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
The one and only mammal on the planet capable of true flight absolutely loves Hungry Mother.
Sept. 22, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
What better way to enjoy the many sights and sounds of the park than by kayak?
Sept. 22, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Raider's Run Trailhead
Join certified Forest Therapy volunteer, Tina Hayes, for a relaxing program made to calm the mind.
Sept. 25, 2024. 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
The day has been filled with fun activities, but now it is time to wind down with a peaceful paddle on the lake.
Sept. 27, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Join us and Mount Rogers Community Services and immerse yourself in nature's grandeur while fueling your body, mind, and soul every Friday at noon.
Sept. 27, 2024. 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
The one and only mammal on the planet capable of true flight absolutely loves Hungry Mother.
Sept. 28, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Spillway
Come check out our Trailgate which is like a tailgate for a football game, but this one's more nature-centric.
Sept. 29, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
What better way to enjoy the many sights and sounds of the park than by kayak?
This event has been canceled.
Oct. 2, 2024. 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
The day has been filled with fun activities, but now it is time to wind down with a peaceful paddle on the lake.
This event has been canceled.
Oct. 4, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Join us and Mount Rogers Community Services and immerse yourself in nature's grandeur while fueling your body, mind, and soul every Friday at noon.
This event has been canceled.
Oct. 6, 2024. 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Have you ever heard a bird call and wanted to know what bird made that noise?
This event has been canceled.
Oct. 9, 2024. 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
The day has been filled with fun activities, but now it is time to wind down with a peaceful paddle on the lake.
This event has been canceled.
Oct. 11, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Join us and Mount Rogers Community Services and immerse yourself in nature's grandeur while fueling your body, mind, and soul every Friday at noon.
This event has been canceled.
Oct. 11, 2024. 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Campfire Pit behind Shelter 3
What's lurking out there in the dark hollows between these ancient mountains?
This event has been canceled.
Oct. 12, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Shelter 2
Join us as we celebrate the coming of Fall.
Oct. 18, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Join us and Mount Rogers Community Services and immerse yourself in nature's grandeur while fueling your body, mind, and soul every Friday at noon.
Oct. 18, 2024. 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Campfire Pit behind Shelter 3
What's lurking out there in the dark hollows between these ancient mountains?
Oct. 25, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Join us and Mount Rogers Community Services and immerse yourself in nature's grandeur while fueling your body, mind, and soul every Friday at noon.
Oct. 26, 2024. 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Lakeview Lawn
Celebrate the spookiest season by daring to walk the park's haunted trail.
Nov. 9, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Ferrell Hall
Create some holiday crafts for yourself or as gifts to give away with the Interpreters at Hungry Mother State Park.
Dec. 14, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
These wood cookies aren't meant for eating.
Dec. 14, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Clyburn Ridge Trailhead
The tranquility of the winter woods offers a perfect chance to reflect and connect with nature amidst the beauty of the season. Hike with an interpreter as we take in the stunning winter scenery throughout the park.
Dec. 15, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
What makes a snowman so silly?
Dec. 15, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Beach
Do you want to look for your favorite winter animals and enjoy the beautiful scenery Hungry Mother has to offer?
Dec. 15, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Have you ever seen an animal track and wondered where and who it came from?
Dec. 15, 2024. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Camp Burson
Native American Storytelling has played an integral role in the rich history and culture of Appalachia and early Virginia.
Jan. 1, 2025. 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Spillway
Drop by the kiosk at the Spillway, pick up a special brochure, and get ready to get dirty with our seasonal scavenger hunt for kids.
Jan. 1, 2025. 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Various areas throughout the Park
Start a healthy New Year's resolution by taking up or resuming your state park hiking journey.
Jan. 1, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Clyburn Ridge Trailhead
Since hiking is a healthy activity and a great way to connect with nature, doing it more often is a perfect New Year's resolution.
Jan. 1, 2025. 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Spillway
Explore helpful ways to relax and de-stress yourself in nature while learning about the history and culture of using nature as a means of therapy. Join certified Forest Therapy volunteer, Tina Hayes, on a relaxing hike made to calm the mind.
Jan. 17, 2025. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Boat Ramp off of Mitchell Valley Road
Who, who, who is that? Venture into the night with an interpretive ranger to discover how owls are uniquely designed for nocturnal living and learn about all of their unique adaptations.
Jan. 18, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Do you enjoy being creative, or do you prefer science?
Jan. 18, 2025. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
I'm immune to snake venom, who am I?
Jan. 19, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
It's time for a change.
Jan. 19, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Over 80% of waste in America is not recycled.
Jan. 19, 2025. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Clyburn Ridge Trailhead
Everybody needs a chance to unwind and relax while spending time in nature.
Feb. 14, 2025. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Boat Ramp off of Mitchell Valley Road
Who, who, who are you?
Feb. 15, 2025. 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Beach
What could be a better way to kick off your Saturday morning than enjoying a lovely two-mile round trip hike while searching for your favorite winged friends?
Feb. 15, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Do you want to unleash your inner investigator?
Feb. 15, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
What could be better than stunning birds and enjoyable crafts?
Feb. 16, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Clyburn Ridge Trailhead
Keep your eyes on the skies and come along as we dive into the art of bird journaling and discover fascinating facts about your favorite feathered friends.
Feb. 16, 2025. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Boat Ramp off of Mitchell Valley Road
Have you had a long or stressful day?
March 7, 2025. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Have you met the animals living at Hungry Mother State Park's Discovery Center?
March 7, 2025. 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Parking Lot 4
Who, who, who is that? Venture into the night with an interpretive ranger to discover how owls are uniquely designed for nocturnal living and learn about all of their unique adaptations.
March 8, 2025. 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Chilhowie Elementary School Library
Become a member, volunteer, and a citizen scientist for the Hungry Mother Chapter of FrogWatch USA.
March 14, 2025. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Have you met the animals living at Hungry Mother State Park's Discovery Center?
March 14, 2025. 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Parking Lot 4
Who, who, who is that? Venture into the night with an interpretive ranger to discover how owls are uniquely designed for nocturnal living and learn about all of their unique adaptations.
March 21, 2025. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Have you met the animals living at Hungry Mother State Park's Discovery Center?
March 21, 2025. 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Parking Lot 4
Who, who, who is that? Venture into the night with an interpretive ranger to discover how owls are uniquely designed for nocturnal living and learn about all of their unique adaptations.
March 28, 2025. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Have you met the animals living at Hungry Mother State Park's Discovery Center?
March 28, 2025. 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Parking Lot 4
Who, who, who is that? Venture into the night with an interpretive ranger to discover how owls are uniquely designed for nocturnal living and learn about all of their unique adaptations.
March 31, 2025. 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Boat Ramp off of Mitchell Valley Road
A new chapter of Barefoot University Forest School is forming right here at Hungry Mother State Park.
April 3, 2025. 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Ferrell Hall
Let's go fishing with friends and family!
April 4, 2025. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Have you met the animals living at Hungry Mother State Park's Discovery Center?
April 4, 2025. 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Boat Ramp off of Mitchell Valley Road
The surface of the water might seem calm, but down under there is an exciting world filled with all kinds of life.
April 5, 2025. 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Chilhowie Elementary School Library
Become a member, volunteer, and a citizen scientist for the Hungry Mother Chapter of FrogWatch USA.
April 5, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Raider's Run Trailhead
Join certified Forest Therapy volunteer, Tina Hayes, for a relaxing program made to calm the mind.
April 10, 2025. 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Ferrell Hall
Let's go fishing with friends and family!
April 11, 2025. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Have you met the animals living at Hungry Mother State Park's Discovery Center?
April 11, 2025. 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Boat Ramp off of Mitchell Valley Road
The surface of the water might seem calm, but down under there is an exciting world filled with all kinds of life.
April 19, 2025 8:00 a.m. - April 26, 2025 10:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Keeping up with biodiversity is critical to environmental welfare and Earth Day is the perfect time to discover the diversity in our park.
April 19, 2025. 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Ferrell Hall
Let's go fishing with friends and family!
April 19, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Spillway
Join certified Forest Therapy volunteer, Tina Hayes, for a relaxing program made to calm the mind.
April 26, 2025. 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Beach
Give back to Mother Nature on this Earth Day by helping to clean our park and keep it beautiful.
April 26, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Spillway
Become a pollinator this Earth Day as we gather in the wildflower field near the spillway below the dam.
April 26, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
The perfect way to give back to Mother Earth on Earth Day is by helping to keep it beautiful.
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