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Memorial Day Weekend: Critter Crawl

Location of Hungry Mother State Park in Virginia

Where

Hungry Mother State Park, 2854 Park Blvd., Marion, VA 24354.
Raider's Run Trailhead

When

May 25, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

What's a benthic organism and how do they survive in the creek? Lucky for us, the creeks at Hungry Mother are filled with them. But, if we want to learn their secrets, we'll have to catch them first. Come discover what these organisms are and learn what they tell us about the water quality of the park.

Wear closed-toed shoes and clothing you don't mind getting wet.

photo of a creek

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-781-7400
Email Address: HungryMother@dcr.virginia.gov