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Skulls, Jaws, and Furs

Location of Chippokes State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Visitor Center
Main Park Address: Chippokes State Park, 695 Chippokes Park Rd., Surry, VA 23883.

When

March 27, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Time to polish your beginner or advanced identification skills for the local fauna of Virginia.

Can you identify the differences between a predator or prey animals' skull? How have animal skulls adapted to help with survival? What else can we find out from closely investigating fur pelts, jaw bones, and skulls?

We will work together to uncover skull adaptations and identify their species. But the fun doesn't end there! Meet us at the Visitor Center.

Animal skulls in a row to include a bobcat, white tailed deer, fox, etc.

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 757-294-3728
Email Address: Chippokes@dcr.virginia.gov