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SUMMARY:Wellness Weekend for Women: Canaan Valley
DESCRIPTION:Need time away to concentrate on your health and wellness? Join us at beautiful Canaan Valley Resort from September 30 – October 1\, 2022\, for a weekend of learning about nutrition and the power of your plate. \nCome spend a weekend of wellness at Canaan Valley Resort with Brenda Workman and Caroline Simmons. Overnight room reservations are separate from the weekend retreat. Wellness registration includes Saturday breakfast and lunch and powerful presentations. Greater details and registration for the wellness event at at www.brendaworkmanspeaks.com. The registration cost does not include the room fee and registering for the Conference does not secure your room. \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/wellness-weekend-for-women-canaan-valley/
LOCATION:Canaan Valley Resort State Park\, 230 Main Lodge Rd\, Davis\, WV\, 26260\, United States
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SUMMARY:Hello Colorful Fall: Cacapon
DESCRIPTION:Birding\, bagpipes\, geology and more is featured this weekend\, September 30 – October 2\, 2022 at Cacapon Resort State Park. If  you can’t attend the programs\, do visit the nature center or hike a trail and enjoy the approach of fall.  All programs start from the nature center unless indicated. \nFRIDAY\, September 30\, 2022 \n10:00AM\nBeginner Birding Walk\nLearn how to identify Cacapon’s common birds and woodpeckers by sight and sound. Binoculars provided. If you’re an experienced birder\, please join us.  The more we get together\, the more we learn. \nSATURDAY\, October 1\, 2022 \n10:30AM\nHistory Stroll\nJoin a guided hike on the early history of the park 1934-41 when Camp Morgan\, Civilian Conservation Corps began the project of building a West Virginia State Park. \n2:00PM\nBagpipe Concert at the Gazebo\nEnjoy an hour of bagpipe music at the outdoor gazebo\, near the nature center.  \n4:00PM\nIrish Road Bowling\nCome and find out how fun this sport is by rolling a cannon ball around a course. For more information on how this Irish sport came to America check out WWW.WV.IRB \nSUNDAY\, October 2\, 2022\n10:00AM\nGeology Hike\nMeet at the front desk of the lodge to take a guided hike of the Piney Ridge Trail.  \n1:30PM\nWeed Warriors\nMeet Allen Miller\, a naturalist to help save the park from invasive plants! Help pull and cut oriental bittersweet vines. Loppers provided. If you need to release some tension by doing some habitat improvement\, the weed warrior is the ticket.. Bring sturdy gloves. \nThe 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.
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/hello-colorful-fall-cacapon-2/
LOCATION:Cacapon Resort State Park\, United States
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SUMMARY:Hello Colorful Fall: Cacapon
DESCRIPTION:Birding\, bagpipes\, geology and more is featured this weekend\, September 30 – October 2\, 2022 at Cacapon Resort State Park. If  you can’t attend the programs\, do visit the nature center or hike a trail and enjoy the approach of fall.  All programs start from the nature center unless indicated. \nFRIDAY\, September 30\, 2022\n10:00AM\nBeginner Birding Walk\nLearn how to identify Cacapon’s common birds and woodpeckers by sight and sound. Binoculars provided. If you’re an experienced birder\, please join us.  The more we get together\, the more we learn. \nSATURDAY\, October 1\, 2022\n10:30AM\nHistory Stroll\nJoin a guided hike on the early history of the park 1934-41 when Camp Morgan\, Civilian Conservation Corps began the project of building a West Virginia State Park. \n2:00PM\nBagpipe Concert at the Gazebo\nEnjoy an hour of bagpipe music at the outdoor gazebo\, near the nature center.  \n4:00PM\nIrish Road Bowling\nCome and find out how fun this sport is by rolling a cannon ball around a course. For more information on how this Irish sport came to America check out WWW.WV.IRB \nSUNDAY\, October 2\, 2022\n10:00AM\nGeology Hike\nMeet at the front desk of Cacapon Lodge to take a guided hike of the Piney Ridge Trail.  \n1:30PM\nWeed Warriors\nMeet Allen Miller\, a naturalist to help save the park from invasive plants! Help pull and cut oriental bittersweet vines. Loppers provided. If you need to release some tension by doing some habitat improvement\, the weed warrior is the ticket.. Bring sturdy gloves. \nThe 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.  \nSAVE THESE DATES\nOctober 8\, 2022  Apple Butter Festival in Berkeley Springs \nOctober 14\, 2022  WonderFall Hike. Earn a fall hiking patch by hiking with a park naturalist.  2 mile hike along central trail to middle fork cabins 1PM. Meet at the nature center. \nOctober 15\, 2022 WonderFall Hike. Earn a fall hiking patch by hiking with a park naturalist. 10am. Meet at the nature center then drive to Cacapon Mountain Overlook. Hike along the fire road (2 mile round trip) \nMACreate South Art Class- Jewelry  Making at nature center. 1-3:30PM . Register online at www.macicehouse.org or call 304-258-2300 \nOctober  22\, 2022\nWatercolor Painting Class.10AM at lodge.\nHayrides 11-2pm around the middle fork cabin loop \nOctober 29\, 2022\n9AM\nHaunted 5K for local girl scout troop. Where a Halloween costume. $25 registration \nHalloween Weekend\nPumpkin Carving Contest at Nature Center pavilion\nHayrides around the Middle Fork Cabin loop\nHaunted Hayrides & Campfire
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/hello-colorful-fall-cacapon/
LOCATION:Cacapon Resort State Park\, United States
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SUMMARY:Hello October!: Blackwater Falls
DESCRIPTION:A deciduous forest accented by evergreens greets visitors at Blackwater Falls State Park the weekend of October 1-2\, 2022.  Enjoy these planned activities which begin or conducted at the nature center unless indicated.  \nSATURDAY\, October 1\, 2022\nNature Center Open: 10:30 a.m. -5:00 p.m. \n9:30 a.m.\nElakala Trail Walk\nJoin the naturalist at the front entrance to Blackwater Lodge for this walk along a section of one of our most popular trails. Along the trail you will have an opportunity to view the first cascade of Elakala and a little more about the falls and some facts about nature along the walk. About one hour. One mile. YPP \n11:00 a.m.\nMason Jar Craft\nJoin the staff for this easy craft. Use a couple Thanksgiving Blessing or Nativity Scene decals on a gold or silver crackled mason jar. Craft fee: $5.00. \n2:00 p.m.\nHistory Campfire\nJoin the seasonal naturalist to enjoy the flames of an outdoor fire as he tells the history of the area. About 1 hour. YPP \n4:00 p.m.\nMammals Nature Film & Bat Craft\nEnjoy hearing about folklore and amazing facts about our favorite furry animals. About 30 minutes. Scratch Bat Craft fee: $1.25. YPP \nSUNDAY\, October 2\, 2022\nNature Center Open: 10:30 a.m. -5:00 p.m.\n11:00 a.m.\nTerrific Trees\nWhy are trees so terrific? Discover some answers to that question with seasonal naturalist\, Kenny\, on this walk along some park trails . About one mile. About 1 hour. YPP \n1:00 p.m.\nTree Cookie Craft\nJoin the staff to use a tree cookie to create a unique piece of art. Craft fee: $2.00. YPP \n2::00 p.m.\nMovie Time\nEnjoy this film about a boy who seeks a Truffula Tree in order to impress a girl and a grumpy creature who speaks for the trees. Rated PG. 1 1/2 hours.
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/hello-october-blackwater-falls/
LOCATION:Blackwater Falls State Park\, United States
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SUMMARY:Elk Management Tour Morning: Chief Logan
DESCRIPTION:Elk Management Tours in West Virginia are designed to learn about and visit where the reintroduction of elk in the Mountain State has occurred.. The three-to-four-hour activity begins at 5:30 a.m. at Chief Logan Lodge\, Saturday\, October 1\, 2022. The tour ticket includes a light breakfast\, “All About Elk” conversation\, transportation to the elk translocation site\, and outdoor time to experience the terrain\, vegetation\, elk habitat and potential sightings and a souvenir. Tours are limited to 12 participants and reservations are required in advance. Masks may be necessary during transportation. \nHearing or seeing an elk bull or cow is not guaranteed. The elk are free roaming and not penned. Sunrise at the tour site is outstanding in addition to looking and listening for elk and observing other wildlife or wildlife signs in the area. Walking/hiking is involved. \nThese considerations are necessary: carry-on items must be small to accommodate passengers more comfortably and only if necessary. The tour is not recommended for youth under age 12. Pets are not permitted. Participants should refrain from use of scented products. Packing food on the tour is discouraged – wild animals have excellent sensory abilities and may react adversely. Sturdy\, closed-toe shoes or boots are required\, no flip-flops or sandals. Long pants should be worn. Up to two miles of walking may occur at the management area with some moderate inclines\, but all at a reasonable pace. Binoculars are available to borrow. \nThe cost is $34 per person. Ticket or package prices include taxes\, but not gratuity. Advanced reservations are required for tours and may be purchased online and found on the Book Now link\, https://wvstateparks.com/things-to-do/elk-management-tours. \nLauren Cole\, Naturalist/Biologist is the tour leader. Cole is a member of the National Association of Interpreters and a Certified Interpretive Guide. \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/elk-management-tour-morning-chief-logan-3/
LOCATION:Chief Logan State Park\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221001T090000
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SUMMARY:Annual Appalachian Fall Festival: Tygart Lake
DESCRIPTION:The annual Appalachian Fall Fest is back this year from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Tygart Lake State Park Lodge with free admission to fun activities all day! Including craft shows\, hayrides\, making and selling apple butter\, and a silent auction! Head to the Lodge to support this fundraising event for the Tygart Lake State Park Foundation on October 1\, 2022.
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/annual-appalachian-fall-festival-tygart-lake/
LOCATION:Tygart Lake State Park\, 1240 Paul E. Malone Rd\, Grafton\, WV\, 26354\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221001T130000
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SUMMARY:Three Rivers Avian Center Public Tour
DESCRIPTION:If you’re visiting Bluestone State Park and enjoying the natural beauty of the Hinton and Brooks\, W.Va. area\, Three Rivers Avian Center is open today only\, Saturday\, October 1\, 2022\, for free public tours. Public tours are only offered from 1:00-5:00 p.m. This is the final public tour in 2022. Public tours were from May – October. \nIf you make the trip\, you’ll visit with live raptor ambassadors featuring hawks\, owls\, falcons\, vulture and bald eagle\, and enjoy interactive educational displays\, tour the facility and visit with friends from Hanging Rock Raptor Observatory. The last tour of the day starts at 4:30 p.m. \nTRAC is a private 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to conserving West Virginia’s wild birds and to educating and involving the public in ecosystem stewardship. Donations are welcome. This is TRACs 32nd year of caring for wild birds in the Mountain State of West Virginia. \nFor directions to Three River Avian Center visit www.tracwv.org or call 304.466.4683. Please leave a message if you get voicemail. They may be taking care of birds and not by the phone. \nTRAC is a 30-40 minute drive and is about 15 miles away from the Bluestone State Park office. It’s a gravel road up Brooks Mountain\, but the opportunity to visit TRAC is worth your drive time and your tour time on the mountain. \nPlease note TRAC cannot take cabin or camping reservations at Bluestone State Park and Bluestone State Park cannot answer questions for TRAC. \nTo reach Bluestone State Park call 304-466-2805 or use the book now button. \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/three-rivers-avian-center-public-tour/
LOCATION:Bluestone State Park\, H.C. 78\, Box 3\, Hinton\, WV\, 25951\, United States
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SUMMARY:Elk Management Tour Evening: Chief Logan
DESCRIPTION:Elk Management Tours in West Virginia are designed to learn about and visit where the reintroduction of elk in the Mountain State occurred. The three-to-four-hour activity begins at 4:00 p.m. at Chief Logan Lodge\, Saturday\, October 1\, 2022. \nThe tour ticket includes an afternoon snack\, “All About Elk” conversation\, transportation to the elk translocation site\, and outdoor time walking to experience the terrain\, vegetation\, elk habitat and potential sighting and souvenir. Tours are limited to 12 participants and reservations are required in advance. Masks may be necessary during transportation. Hearing or seeing an elk bull or cow is not guaranteed. The elk are free roaming and not penned. Sunset at the tour site is outstanding in addition to looking and listening for elk and observation of other wildlife or wildlife signs in the area. Walking/hiking is involved. \nThese considerations are necessary: carry-on items must be small to accommodate passengers more comfortably and only if necessary. The tour is not recommended for youth under age 12. Pets are not permitted. Participants should refrain from use of scented products. Packing food on the tour is discouraged – wild animals have excellent sensory abilities and may react adversely. Sturdy\, closed-toe shoes or boots are required\, no flip-flops or sandals. Long pants should be worn. Up to two miles of walking may occur at the management area with some moderate inclines\, but all at a reasonable pace. Binoculars are available to borrow. \nThe cost is $34 per person. Ticket or package prices include taxes\, but not gratuity. Advanced reservations are required for tours and may be purchased online and found on the link\, https://wvstateparks.com/things-to-do/elk-management-tours. \nLauren Cole\, Naturalist/Biologist is the tour leader. Cole is a member of the National Association of Interpreters and a Certified Interpretive Guide. \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/elk-management-tour-evening-chief-logan-5/
LOCATION:Chief Logan State Park\, United States
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