How did African slavery begin in the Virginia Colony and did they seek freedom from their condition? Did any European indentured servants and Native Americans resist their lot as well? Walking withContinue Reading
Roaming Ranger
With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods. Meet with our naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect,Continue Reading
Fossil Frenzy Hike
Long before there was a York River State Park, or even a York River, 6,000 plus years ago, marine creatures swam here in a shallow sea. Early whales, porpoises, sharks,Continue Reading
Father’s Day Surf & Turf at York River State Park – June 19
York River State Park 9801 York River Park Rd., Williamsburg, VA 23188 Phone: 757-566-3036 Email Address: YorkRiver@dcr.virginia.gov Web Site: http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/york-river Father’s Day Surf & Turf Date: 06/19/2016 Time: 2:00 p.m. To 5:00Continue Reading
Mother’s Day Surf & Turf at York River State Park
Mother’s Day Surf & Turf May 8th, 2016 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Treat mom to a day on the water and fossil hunting at York River State Park. This rangerContinue Reading
Fossil Frenzy Hike at York River State Park March – 22
Fossil Frenzy Date: 03/22/2016 Time: 10:00 a.m. To 12:00 p.m. Location: Ampitheater Description: Long before there was a York River State Park, or even a York River, 6,000 plus years ago,Continue Reading