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Upcoming Mayo River State Park Public Planning Meeting: Shaping Our Future Together

December 13, 2024

Upcoming Mayo River State Park Public Planning Meeting: Shaping Our Future Together

Join the conversation about the future of Mayo River State Park! This public planning meeting offers a chance to share your ideas, ask questions, and learn about the park’s potential to support environmental conservation, community connection, and economic growth.

Virginia’s future Mayo River State Park is located in southwestern Henry County near the Virginia-North Carolina border. The 637-acre property is intended to complement the park built around the Mayo River in North Carolina, also called Mayo River State Park.
 
In addition to Indian village sites dating back to 1000-1450, the remote, scenic area has a rich history. Surveyor William Byrd camped near the North Mayo River in October 1728 and wrote about its beauty. The river was named after William Mayo, a surveyor in Byrd’s party.
 
In 2008, a 7.1-mile portion of the North Mayo River between Route 695 and the state border, and the 6.9 miles of the South Mayo River from the Patrick County line to the state border were both designated as Virginia Scenic Rivers.

 

Why Attend?

  • Protect Nature: Help ensure the park remains a haven for biodiversity, safeguarding critical ecosystems and water resources.
  • Enhance Well-Being: Advocate for outdoor spaces that promote physical health, mental clarity, and opportunities to reconnect with nature.
  • Preserve Culture: Discuss how the park can protect historical landmarks and foster educational opportunities.
  • Boost the Economy: Discover how state parks drive local businesses, create jobs, and generate community growth.

Whether you’re passionate about the environment, local history, or community development, your voice matters. Let’s work together to make Mayo River State Park a cornerstone of sustainability, recreation, and community for generations to come.

🗓️ Date: Monday, December 16th 6pm – 8pm
📍 Location: Spencer-Penn Centre: 475 Spencer Penn Rd , Spencer, VA.
🔗 Learn More: www.mayoriverspmasterplanva.com

Be part of the change—see you there

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