BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//West Virginia State Parks - ECPv6.3.3.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:West Virginia State Parks X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://wvstateparks.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for West Virginia State Parks REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230127T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230129T235959 DTSTAMP:20240328T074319 CREATED:20230118T171003Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T171502Z UID:19266-1674777600-1675036799@wvstateparks.com SUMMARY:Winding Down January: Blackwater Falls DESCRIPTION:Wintery activities at Blackwater Falls State Park\, January 27 – 29\, 2023 wind down the month of January. You’re invited to join in the fun and activities while visiting for the day or staying at the park. There is no cost to attend and activities begin or inside the nature center unless indicated. \nFRIDAY\, January 27\, 2023Nature Center Open: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. \n10:30 a.m.Bust n’ Boom TalkJoin the seasonal naturalist\, Kenny\, for a little history talk about the local area. About 45 minutes. YPP \n1:00 p.m.Creature Feature-Long Tailed WeaselJoin the seasonal naturalist\, Kenny to listen about today’s featured creature that makes it special. The long tailed weasel! About 30 minutes. YPP \nSATURDAY\, January 28\, 2023Nature Center Open: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. \n10:00 a.m.Winter HikeJoin the seasonal naturalist\, Kenny\, for an out and back walk to Pase Point Overlook. Trail is rugged with roots\, rocks and uneven terrain. About 2 hours.\, 2 miles Sturdy shoes recommended. We may opt to change trail hike to another trail if winter safety becomes a concern. YPP \n10:00 a.m.Who Dung It?Join park naturalist\, Paulita\,\, as we discuss the differences between predator and prey skulls\, the purpose of animal pelts\, tidbits to animal track and scat. The creation of slimewill be part of this program. About 1 hour.YPP \n1:00 p.m.Snakes of West VirginiaJoin the park naturalist to hear about snakes that live in the mountain state. A live snake will be highlighted during the presentation. About 1 hour. YPP \n2:30 p.m.Nature MythsCan a shadow indicate when winter is over? Can the woolly bear coloration predict the winter season? Join the seasonal naturalist\, Kenny\, to help bust a few myths about animals. About 45 minutes. YPP \nSUNDAY\, January 29\, 2023Nature Center Open: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. \n10:00 a.m.Scavenger Hunt FunPick up the list of fun with a twist from the seasonal naturalist. A cell phone capable of taking photos is required. Novelty prize to winner. \n11:00 a.m.Basket CraftNaturalist Kenny invites you to learn about using plants to create basket while weaving a small basket. Craft fee: $15.00. Supplies limited to first come basis. About 2 hours. YPP \nDon’t forget the awesome sled run is open. You can and are encouraged to make ticket/session reservations in advance \nFor more information regarding nature-based activities at Blackwater Falls\, email paulita.l.cousin@wv.gov. Other activities may be scheduled and posted at Blackwater Falls Lodge and Nature Center. \nReserve lodging: \n\n \n Book Now URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/winding-down-january-blackwater-falls/ LOCATION:Blackwater Falls State Park\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230127T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230131T235959 DTSTAMP:20240328T074319 CREATED:20230120T200135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230120T200135Z UID:19273-1674777600-1675209599@wvstateparks.com SUMMARY:Activities Rounding Out January: Cacapon DESCRIPTION:Take a park naturalist guided hike or join the daily activities at Cacapon Resort State Park January 27 – 31\, 2023. The list is below! The Nature Center is open daily 9:30AM-4:30PM. All programs start at the nature center unless noted. \nFRIDAY\, January 27\, 2023 \n10:30AM Exploring Your Senses: Seeing & HearingThis program is for the younger kids K-2\, but can still be fun for any age. Build your own paper binoculars to explore your sense of sight on a scavenger hunt. Next\, let’s explore the sounds we hear while outdoors and draw what they are! \n1:30PM Turkey Talk & TracksLearn the differences between hens and gobblers and some other fun facts! Followed by making your own turkey tracks molds. \nSATURDAY\, January 28\, 2023 \n11AM-1PM Winter Seed SowingJoin us in learning how to start seeds in a cheap and time efficient manner by using left over milk jugs. Bring your own milk jug or liter soda bottle if you would like to take one home. \n2:30PM Wildflower Meadow FilmThis one hour video teaches you how to landscape your yard\, no matter how big or small for a wildflower meadow. \nSUNDAY\, January 29\, 2023 \nNature Center is open today from 11AM-3PM \nDrop by and check out the nature center’s new relief map of Cacapon State Park and area! \nMONDAY\, January 30 \n10:00AM Tai ChiThis class will help increase balance\, flexibility\, and focus on connection to mind\, body\, & spirit. Location lodge. \n10:30AM No Leaves\, No Problem: All You Need is a TwigLearn how to identify a tree in the winter time by its twig. Followed by a shortwalk. \n1:00PM Using a Dichotomous KeyCome explore how to use a dichotomous key. Learn the basic skills and practice them through real keys and cartoon character keys. Dichotomous keys helps you to narrow down species to come closer to the actual species. Also\, use some phone apps that can help in identification as well. \nTUESDAY\, January 31\, 2023 \n10:30AM Monarch ButterfliesWhere have they gone? Let’s discover all about their amazing migration and life cycles. \n1:30PM WV Bookmark CraftUse recycled materials from WV calendars to make a beautiful bookmark. \nVisit the Tom Ambrose Nature Center at Cacapon Resort State Park January 23-26\, 2023! 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. \nNeed information about visiting Cacapon with a school group or social outing? Email Valerie.L.Chaney@wv.gov to schedule your visit and activities. \nReserve lodging: \n\n \n Book Now URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/activities-rounding-out-january-cacapon/ LOCATION:Cacapon Resort State Park\, United States END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR