Blobs in Our Backyard
Where
Fairy Stone State Park, 967 Fairystone Lake Dr., Stuart, VA 24171.
Beach Breezeway
When
Sept. 4, 2023. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Right now in Fairystone Lake, giant gelatinous blobs resembling brains can be found attached to stationary objects in the water, using their tentacles to feed. These harmless slime balls are called magnificent bryozoan and have existed for 500 million years! Join a park ranger to find out more about these 'alien' snot balls in our backyard.
Other details
Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-930-2424
Email Address: FairyStone@dcr.virginia.gov
Event types
Kids/Family | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History
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