October says: “Get outside. Enjoy walking in autumn.” We also hope that you’ll find time to Join Naturalist Valerie Chaney, Allen Miller and volunteers for these activities October 13 – 17, 2023.

FRIDAY, October 13, 2023
10:00AM WV Snakes
Learn helpful ways to tell if a snake is venomous or non-venomous. Learn some fun facts about common WV snakes. (No Live Snakes in program)

1:00PM Tree ID Walk
Learn how to identify some common WV trees by their leaves and bark. Why are some leaves orange and others red or yellow? Find out when you join us for this activity.

2:30PM Wonders of the White-tailed Deer
Whether you look in awe at a newborn fawn or are frustrated because a herd of deer ate your Hostas or are angered because your car has been damaged in an accident, white-tailed deer are amazing animals. Come learn the characteristics of deer and history of white-tailed deer in WV. Let’s share some management ideas, feel a pelt, make a footprint and tell stories of this magnificent creature.

SATURDAY, October 14
10:00AM Fall Discovery Walk
Fall is in the air! Join us for a guided hike to enjoy the fall color as leaves show their fall beauty.

1:00-3:30PM Tree of Life Ornament Class
The MACreate South art instructor will help you create your own gemstone ornament and turn copper wire into a tree of life. The class is open to all ages, no experience necessary and all tools and materials are provided. Class begins at 1:00 p.m. Tuition $35 Register online at macicehouse.org or call 304-258-2300.

1:30PM Fall Discovery Walk
Fall is in the air! Join us for a guided hike to enjoy the fall color as leaves show their fall beauty.

SUNDAY, October 15, 2023
Nature Center Open 11AM-3PM

MONDAY, October 16, 2023
10:00AM Tai Chi
This class will help increase balance, flexibility, and focus on connection to mind, body, & spirit. Location lodge.

10:00AM Turkey Talk
Learn the differences between hens and gobblers and some other fun facts!

1:00PM Weed Warriors
Come help battle the park’s non-native invasive plants! Learn about Japanese Barberry, Oriental Bittersweet, and Japanese Stilt grass. Join this interpretive walk and help pull some plants along the

2:30PM Nature Bingo
Enjoy all the fun facts about nature while playing bingo!

TUESDAY, October 17, 2023
10:00AM WV Snakes
Learn helpful ways to tell if a snake is venomous or non-venomous. Learn some fun facts about common WV snakes. (No Live Snakes in program)

1:00PM Tree ID
Walk Learn how to identify some common WV trees by their leaves and bark.

Come and visit the Tom Ambrose Nature Center at Cacapon Resort State Park! The nature center is a great stop for all ages, showcasing exhibits on the park history and the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) Camp Morgan 1934-41. Other West Virginia natural exhibits include an extensive taxidermy collection of wildlife- fish, birds, fox, bobcat, mountain lion, deer, elk, and eastern grey wolf! Also, hands-on sand displays for wildlife tracks and a new geology interactive map to design your own mountains, rivers and lakes. Take a park naturalist guided hike or join the daily activities! Nature Center Open daily 9:30AM-4:30PM. All programs start at the nature center unless noted. Find our activities and more on the Cacapon State Park Foundation Facebook page.

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