Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m., now through April 30. Learn more.

Memorial Day Weekend: Survival Skill Basics

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 26, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Have you ever been scared to go out in the wilderness by yourself or just with a friend? Join an interpreter to learn how to stay safe in the wilderness and learn a useful skill, such as knot tying or fire building. Meet at Raider’s Run Trailhead. Various skills will be discussed weekly during this free program.

photo of a campfire

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