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"A Miner's Perspective" with Carl 'Gump' Blair & Gene Dunford

Location of New River Trail State Park in Virginia

Where

New River Trail State Park, 116 Orphanage Dr., Max Meadows, VA 24360.
Austinville Access - 231 Store Hill Rd. Austinville, Va 24312

When

Aug. 3, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Please join us for a very special afternoon with Carl “Gump” Blair and Gene Dunford. Gene and Carl have a fascinating connection to the Austinville area and will provide a personal account of their experience working in the mines and the mining operations, as well as a view into their family ties to the area. They are very knowledgeable and gifted storytellers; you won’t want to miss out on this unique program.

Please meet at the Austinville Access Trailhead. A shade tent and chairs will be provided but feel free to bring your own chair.

*Please note: this program was originally advertised for 5/4 but due to inclement weather it is now rescheduled for 8/3.

Austinville bridge

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-699-6778
Email Address: NewRiverTrail@dcr.virginia.gov