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SUMMARY:Halloween Weekend: Cacapon
DESCRIPTION:Halloween Weekend at Cacapon has spooktacular activities to enjoy when visiting October 27 – 31\, 2023. Open to the public without charge unless indicated. Join us. \nThursday\, October 27\, 202210:00AMTree ID WalkLearn how to identify common trees by their leaves. \n1:00PMLeaf Nature JournalingTake in the fall colors and bring out your creative side. Let the trees inspire your creativity through writing and drawing. All ages welcome. \nFriday\, October 28\, 2022 \n10:00AMHickory ChallengeWhat type of hickories can we find? Shagbark\, Pignut\, Bitternut\, & Mockernut. \n1:00PMTree ID WalkLearn some common trees by their leaves and changing colors. \n7:00PMEvery Day Magic CampfireIris Kirsch is a Berkeley Springs-based Herbalist and Educator with over two decades of experience working with plants. Join her around the nature center campfire to sharesome stories and family traditions of healing recipes. Maybe its your grandmother’s chickennoodle soup made with sage or other healing herbs. Share some warmth and stories by thefire. \nSaturday\, October 29\, 2022HALLOWEEN WEEKEND \n10AM-11:30AMPumpkin Carving ContestPrizes for scariest\, tradition\, most creative\, & most nature based awards will be announced at11:30AM.Limited amount of pumpkins\, 1st come\, 1st serve or bring your own! Nature Center Pavilion. \n1PM-3:30PMHayridesGet in line at the nature center for a 15 minute hayride up to the Middle Fork Cabin Area. \n4:00PMIrish Road BowlingA fun game for all ages! This sport was brought to us from Ireland www.wv.irb \n7PM-9PMHaunted HayridesCome to the nature center for a haunted hayride around the nature center circle. Trick or Treat? Halloween candy will be given out at spooky stops along way! Glow sticks too! \n7PM-9PMCampfireStay warm by the nature center campfire circle and enjoy some marshmallows. \nSunday\, October 30\, 2022 \n9:30AMBeginner Birding WalkMeet at the lodge for a hike on the Piney Ridge trail. Binoculars provided. \n1:30PMWeed WarriorsMeet our seasoned naturalist to help save the park from invasive plants! Help pull and cut oriental bittersweet vines. Loppers provided. Bring sturdy gloves. \nMonday\, October 31\, 2022Nature Center Closed \n10:00AMTai ChiThis class will help increase balance\, flexibility\, and focus on connection to mind\, body\, & spirit. Location near the nature center. \nCome and visit the Tom Ambrose Nature Center! 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. \nOther West Virginia natural exhibits include an extensive taxidermy collection of wildlife- fish\, birds\, fox\, bobcat\, mountain lion\, deer\, elk\, and eastern grey wolf! \nAlso\, 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 unless indicated. All programs start at the nature center unless noted. \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/halloween-weekend-cacapon/
LOCATION:Cacapon Resort State Park\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221028
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221030
DTSTAMP:20220915T152942Z
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SUMMARY:Halloween in the Park: Watoga
DESCRIPTION:The annual Halloween in the Park at Watoga State Park is October 28 – 29\, 2022. Activities during the weekend may include pumpkin carving\, ghost stories\, costume contests and even a little trick or treating. We’ll have ‘boo-dles’ of fun for everyone. \nFriday\, October 28\, 2022\n2PM\nCornhole Team Tournament\nSingle elimination team tournament behind Riverside Check-in.  No entry fee.  Come as you are and bring family and friends.  Sign up at the Riverside Check-in before noon to enter. \n7PM\nGhost Stories\nJoin us around the fire at the Check-in station to hear some haunting tales.  All tales are family-friendly. \nSaturday\, October 29\, 2022\n11AM – 1PM\nSpooky Family Games\nCome at your leisure to Group Site “A” to have some spooky fun times! Several games will be set up for kiddos and  family. \n2PM\nPumpkin Carving\nCarve out or create with sticker faces our favorite Halloween jack-o-lanterns! We will have supplies and limited pumpkins\, so please feel free to bring your own pumpkins as well.  Parents/guardians\, please stay to assist your children and their creations! \n5PM\nHalloween Costume and Campsite Decorating Contest.\nJoin us at Riverside Check-in for our annual costume contest! Judges will be assessing participants for best costumes. Contest for costume participants are for ages 13 and younger. \n6PM\nTrick or Treat\nIf coming to participate or just watch\, please arrive before 5:30 p.m.  Instructions will be given on where to park.  Enjoy your treats as you walk through the campground and marvel at the decorations! \n7:30PM\nCampsite Contest Winners Announced\nMeet back at the Check-in for the announcement of the campsite decorating contest winners!  Prizes awarded. \nAll activities are at Riverside Campground and are open to park guests and local residents. For questions\, please email Lora Morgan at lora.a.morgan@wv.gov. \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/halloween-in-the-park-watoga/
LOCATION:Watoga State Park\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221028T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221030T235959
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SUMMARY:The Last October Weekend: Blackwater Falls
DESCRIPTION:Wrapping up October at Blackwater Falls State Park with rocks\, fossils\, nature crafts and more. Enjoy these activities October 28-30\, 2022. Activities begin at the nature center unless indicated. Join us. \nFriday\, October 28\, 2022Nature Center Open: 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. \n1:30 p.m.Rockin’ on the Trail of GeologyMeet at Pendleton Point Overlook Salt Sands Sign to ramble deeper into the rocks\, terrain and perhaps fossils that make Blackwater Falls State Park. About 1 hour. YPP \n2:30 p.m.Fossil Craft!!In order to study the history of life on earth\, paleontologists study fossil remains of the organisms that once lived here. This Fossil Find Activity invites participants to become paleontologists by finding and gently removing the sediment to expose real trilobite replicas or make their own fossils. This activity requires patience and time to uncover trilobites or create a fossil craft. Craft fee: $2.00 YPP \nSaturday\, October 29\, 2022Nature Center Open: 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. \n10:00 a.m.Leaf a Long HikeJoin the park naturalist\, Paulita\, to explore the Balsam Fir trail. About 90 minutes\, 1.5 miles. YPP \n10:30 a.m.Halloween Scavenger HuntBrittany will be your scavenger hunt hostess with a list of fun things to find. Return completed list by 1:00 p.m. to earn a small prize from our prize box. \n1:00 p.m.Natural Cordage & Basket CraftLearn some basics about creating cordage from plants and weave a small basket. Craft fee: $15.00. Limited to 12 participants at a first come first serve basis. YPP \nSunday\, October 30\, 2022Nature Center Open: 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. \n10:30 a.m.Bust n’ Boom CampfireKenny will be at the fire circle to sharing a little history of the area and perhaps roast make asnack using a pie iron. What’s a pie iron? Visit with Kenny to find out. About one hour YPP \n1:00 p.m.Let’s Talk Turkey & CraftKenny is back and invites you to learn about the wild turkey and how they become the success story for conservation. About 1 hour. YPP Turkey or Leaf Suncatcher. Craft fee: $1.00 \n2:00 p.m.Feature MovieJoin the staff to get revved up and ready to enjoy a timeless film about a lovable car with a mind of his own. Rated G. Free. About 1.5 hours. \nVisit the nature center. Check the bulletin boards for additional activities or area attractions. \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/the-last-october-weekend-blackwater-falls/
LOCATION:Blackwater Falls State Park\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221029T000000
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SUMMARY:The Pumpkin Drop: Beech Fork
DESCRIPTION:It’s a pumpkin drop.  \n\n\n\nBeech Fork State Park will host a Pumpkin Drop on Saturday\, October 29\, 2022.  Participants will drop pumpkins from the Moxley Branch bridge in hopes of hitting floating targets.  Other pumpkin thinking is in the works.  Bring your pumpkins and be part of the fun. Prizes will be awarded. \n\n\n\nOther Halloween activities include:  \n\n\n\nA campsite decorating contest will be held throughout the weekend with winners announced on Saturday\, October 29\, 2022.   \n\n\n\nAll campgrounds will be open and reservations can be made online at https://wvstateparks.com/park/beech-fork-state-park or by calling the park office at 304-528-5794.
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/the-pumpkin-drop-beech-fork/
LOCATION:Beech Fork State Park\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221029
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221030
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SUMMARY:Trunk or Treat: Twin Falls
DESCRIPTION:It’s great fun for the kiddos!\nTrunk or Treat is for youth up to 13 years of age. Wearing a costume makes it all the more fun and encouraged. There is no fee for kiddos to participate. This year’s event will be in the campground with multiple businesses and individuals ‘treating’. Entry to the trunk or treat will not open early. Watch for signs and parking instruction. Times and additional information will post here as available.
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/trunk-or-treat-twin-falls/
LOCATION:Twin Falls Resort State Park\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221029
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221030
DTSTAMP:20220906T180321Z
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SUMMARY:Trunk or Treat: Twin Falls
DESCRIPTION:It’s great fun for the kiddos!\nTrunk or Treat is for youth up to 13 years of age. Wearing a costume makes it all the more fun and encouraged. There is no fee for kiddos to participate. This year’s event will be in the campground with multiple businesses and individuals ‘treating’. Entry to the trunk or treat will not open early. Watch for signs and parking instructions. Times and additional information will post here as available. \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/trunk-or-treat-twin-falls-2/
LOCATION:Twin Falls Resort State Park\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221029T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221029T235959
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SUMMARY:46th annual Pipestem Pumpkin Run
DESCRIPTION:Southern West Virginia Road Runners Club and Pipestem Resort State Park invited you to the 46th annual Pumpkin Run. There’s a 10K run\, a 5K run\, a 5K walk and a 800 meter Fun Run for youth 12 years of age and younger. Registration opens at 8:30 a.m. at Park Headquarters. \nHere’s the pumpkin (aka scoop) about the event: \nAll events are scheduled for October 29\, 2022 at Pipestem Resort State Park with registration opening at 8:30 a.m. and the event times starting at 10:00 a.m. except the Fun Run for youth when it begins at 11 a.m. \nLet’s have some fun! Halloween Costume Contest! Yes! That’s right. Judging will be done shortly after the beginning of the race\, so wear your best costume. There’s a grand prize and there are prizes for runners up. \nThere is an entry fee to participate. SWVRRC membership is $15 early registration or $20 day of race. Not a member of SWVRRC? Early registration is $20 and day of races $30. The Fun Run is free. There are t-shirts for all races except the fun run\, however\, there are prizes for all fun run participants. T-shirts are guaranteed to the first 80 registered with priority to pre-registered. There are homemade baked goods for refreshments. \nDivisions: 10K and 5K Runs: 14 and under\, 15-19\, 20-24\, 25-29\, 30-34\, 35-39\, 40-44\, 45-49\, 50-54\, 55-59\, 60-64\, 65-69\, 70+. Awards to top three overall male and female and top three in each division. 5K Walk. Awards to top 5 males and top 5 females. \nAbout the courses:The 5K starts at the amphitheater parking lot\, turns right on the main drive\, turns around at the cone just past the Superintendent’s residence\, turns left at Park Headquarters and finishes at the starting point. The course is paved and level. \nThe 10K starts at the amphitheater parking lot\, turns left on the main drive\, passes the Splash Park\, turns right through the Cottage Area C\, circles back\, turns left on main drive\, turns around at the cone just past Bolar Observation Tower\, turns left at park Headquarters to finish a the starting point. \nTo pre-register\, visit Southern West Virginia Road Runners Club at www.swvrrc.org and locate the tab\, ‘Registration Form” button (orange). You’ll find all Pumpkin Run information and other races in the area on the road runners website. Paul Hodges is the race coordinator\, elijahp@suddenlink.net. \nFor overnight lodging at Pipestem Resort State Park\, use the Book Now button for online reservation or call Pipestem Resort State Park at 304-466-1800. \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/46th-annual-pipestem-pumpkin-run/
LOCATION:Pipestem Resort State Park\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221029T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221029T160000
DTSTAMP:20220921T193754Z
CREATED:20220428T155935Z
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SUMMARY:10-mile Hike: North Bend
DESCRIPTION:Take a hike on the North Bend Rail Trail and enjoy the fall foliage of Ritchie County in West Virginia in autumn. This 10-mile hike is October 29\, 2022 and one of the WonderFALL hikes/walks at West Virginia’s state parks. \nWe will meet at the park and take a shuttle into Petroleum\, then hike the trail back. Opportunities to see the haunted Silver Run Tunnel\, historic towns of Petroleum and Cairo\, WV\, one of the original abandoned stone tunnels\, and several bridge crossings. It is recommended that you bring plenty of water\, wear sturdy shoes/boots\, bring snacks\, and dress for the weather. \nHikers must register for van space by October 25\, 2022\, by calling the park at 304.643.2931. Hikers must arrive by 8:30am and meet at Shelter #3\, at the park. Parking will be available. \nShuttles will leave from the park (Shelter #3) at 8:45am. A vehicle will follow hikers in case of an emergency. This event is free and open to the public\, however\, registration really helps with shuttle \nFor more information call the front desk at (304) 643-2931\, email the park naturalist at Adam.L.Wissner@wv.gov or check the North Bend Foundation Facebook page for details as activities are planned. Please register in advance. \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/10-mile-hike-north-bend-3/
LOCATION:North Bend State Park\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221029T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221029T160000
DTSTAMP:20221021T184246Z
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SUMMARY:Trunk or Treat Halloween: Pipestem
DESCRIPTION:Come trick or treat at Pipestem Resort State Park on October 29\, 2022. The fun happens Saturday afternoon from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. \nEnjoy the free bouncy houses. Anyone of any age that dresses in costume rides the aerial tram for free. Bring a carved or painted pumpkin for prize giveaways. There will be Ice Cream Shop specials also. There is no fee to participate unless indicated. \nWe’ll be looking for you at Park Headquarters. Enjoy being outside. Enjoy some Halloween fun at Pipestem Resort State Park. \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/trunk-or-treat-halloween-pipestem/
LOCATION:Pipestem Resort State Park\, United States
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