Smoke and S'mores

Location of Machicomoco State Park in Virginia

Where

Machicomoco State Park, 3601 Timberneck Farm Road, Hayes, VA 23072.
Interpretive Area: Demonstration Circle

When

May 4, 2024. 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Discover how fire was used by Virginia’s First Peoples to fell trees and build canoes, followed by a tasty treat *Pre-registration recommended. Participants will get to try their hand at making fire using both the bow drill and flint and steel. They will also have the opportunity to scrape out a burned log and contribute to the creation of a dugout canoe!

*All supplies provided. Program and s’more supplies will accommodate up to 15 participants per program. Pre-registration is recommended to guarantee supplies for yourself and/or your group, otherwise it is first come first serve. Call the office at (804) 642-2419 to pre-register.

Dugout canoe with a fire inside of it

We strive to make our programming and special event opportunities accessible and inclusive to all. If you have any concerns, please reach out to our front office to speak with a ranger or contact us through the park email address. We will attempt to accommodate all individuals or families for their unique circumstances and can do so best with advanced communication.

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 804-642-2419
Email Address: machicomoco@dcr.virginia.gov