Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m., beginning Feb. 15 through April 30, per the 4 p.m. Burning Law. This includes wood and charcoal. Gas is permissible. Campground fires are allowed during the restricted time if a camp host is on duty and signage to that effect is posted in the campground. Failure to observe the 4 p.m. Burning Law can result in a fine. Contact the Park Office for additional information.

Pasture Pals

Location of Chippokes State Park in Virginia

Where

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

When

April 2, 2023. 10:30 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.

Have you ever wondered why donkeys have such long ears or why they make so much noise, or why pot belly pigs like to roll in the mud? Have you ever learned about.... heritage breeds, before?

Come on out to the park and meet the ambassador animals for our Pasture Pals program. Meet at the Museum parking lot.

Dominique heritage bred chickens, being looked after during Pasture Pals program

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

Event types

History/Culture | Kids/Family | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History

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