Harvest, Store, Survive
Where
Program Location: Interpretive Center
Main Park Address: Sweet Run State Park, 11661 Harpers Ferry Road, Hillsboro, VA 20132.
When
Sept. 20, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Every autumn, the forests, orchards, and fields of Sweet Run provide a bounty of fruits and nuts that have sustained wildlife and people for generations. From acorns and hickory nuts to apples, persimmons, and pawpaws, discover how this seasonal harvest shaped life on the land - and why every seed tells a story of survival, renewal, and connection. Visit the Interpretive Center to view the displays.
Other details
Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 540-668-6230
Email Address: sweetrun@dcr.virginia.gov
Event types
History/Culture | Kids/Family | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History
Additional dates
Harvest, Store, Survive - Sept. 18, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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