Dickenson County, VA Center

Sleeping Quarters: Sleeping will be divided in the Air Conditioned gym. You will need to bring your own air mattress/cot and sleeping bag.

Cafeteria/Kitchens: We will utilize the school cafeteria for meals.

Bathrooms/Showers: Bathrooms are located in the locker rooms attached to the gym. There is a shower trailer in the parking lot.

Recreation Space: There is plenty of outdoor space for recreation around the school.

Closest Medical Facility: Dickenson Community Hospital (24 min drive), 312 Hospital Dr, Clintwood, VA 24228

One-page fact sheet on the county

Population: 13,725

Terrain: Mountainous, home to The Breaks Interstate Park

County Seat: Clintwood, VA

Major Employers: Healthcare and Social Assistance, Educational Services and Retail Trade

Per Capita Income: $25,003

Percent Living Below Poverty Line: 23.4%

Interesting Facts: (1) Dickenson County was formed in 1880 from parts of Buchanan, Russell and Wise Counties, making it the youngest county in Virginia and often referred to as “Virginia’s Baby”. (2) Dickenson County was the birthplace and home to notable Bluegrass musician Ralph Stanley who had success as an individual but also with The Stanley Brothers and the Clinch Mountain Boys. His music is featured in the film “O Brother, Where Art Thou.”