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Are you Bear Aware?

Location of Powhatan State Park in Virginia

Where

Powhatan State Park, 4616 Powhatan State Park Rd., Powhatan, VA 23139.
Shelter 1

When

April 12, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Like all wild animals, black bears are food motivated. Did you know their sense of smell is seven times stronger than that of a bloodhound? These highly intelligent and curious creatures have no trouble finding an easy meal around humans, which can lead to conflict - but we can change that learned behavior!

Stop by Shelter #1 to chat with local Virginia Master Naturalists who can share a few simple steps on how to avoid human-bear conflicts at home and in outdoor spaces. This program is intended to help keep bears healthy and wild, in partnership with Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR).

photo of bear in the forest

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 804-598-7148
Email Address: powhatan@dcr.virginia.gov