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Virginia Black Bear Festival

June 7 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

The Virginia Black Bear Festival is a free community event celebrating nature and mountain outdoors in Greene County, Shenandoah National Park and the Appalachian Trail.

​The one-day festival is held on the first Saturday of June, National Black Bear Day, in downtown Stanardsville, Va. Interact with experts and discover regional outdoor opportunities that include hiking, cycling, fly fishing, archery, and camping.  Engage with rangers from Shenandoah National Park, learn nature survival skills, and meet Smokey Bear! Participate in educational and interactive demonstrations led by nature organizations.  Enjoy live music, food trucks, activities for all ages, shop local vendors showcasing bear and nature themed items.

Learn more about this event for the whole family at https://www.vablackbearfestival.com/.

*Public parking at Greene County School Complex in Stanardsville.

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