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SUMMARY:Golf Course Opening: Canaan Valley
DESCRIPTION:Great golf happens at Canaan Valley Resort!  The tentative open date for the 2023 season is April 1\, 2023 with the value-season greens fees available from April 1 through May 25\, 2023.  It’s time to plan your golf outings in 2023 or tournaments\, and ask about various special golf play opportunities hosted by Canaan Valley Resort. \nGive the resort a call at 304-866-4121 to inquire about course conditions and tee times.
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/golf-course-opening-canaan-valley/
LOCATION:Canaan Valley Resort State Park\, 230 Main Lodge Rd\, Davis\, WV\, 26260\, United States
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SUMMARY:VOYAGE:  North Bend
DESCRIPTION:Voyage!  Two state parks welcome you in 2023 with accommodations and dining at North Bend State Park and a blend of activities at Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park.  \nVoyage!  Stay overnight at North Bend Lodge and enjoy dinner and breakfast. The package is for two individuals.  If you have time while at the park\, get outside and play mini golf which is also included.  The mini golf is near the lodge.  There are also trails nearby to hike or a comfortable lobby to sit and relax. \nVoyage!  Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park is about 40 minutes from North Bend State Park.  Voyage includes on-the-island experiences for two individuals:  a horse drawn wagon ride/tour of the island (The Hardly Able Carriage Company is your host)\, a Blennerhassett Mansion tour led by docents providing the history of the structure and the island\, and most important\, two tickets to board the Island Belle sternwheeler to travel to and from the island.  Additionally admission to the Blennerhassett Regional History Museum is part of the Voyage package. \nVoyage! This packaged experience is for two individuals sharing a room\, two dinners\, two breakfasts\, two sternwheeler ride tickets\, and two tickets for wagon ride\, mansion tour\, and museum admission. The Voyage package is $299.99.  The cost also includes all applicable taxes and meal gratuities.  Transportation from North Bend to Blennerhassett Island State Park is not included. When making reservations and wanting to add another night stay at North Bend\, the reservationist may extend a reduced room rate for additional nights.   \nVoyage! This experience is available beginning May 3 to October 29\, 2023.  Be mindful that the island is not open on Monday.  The island is open on Monday’s that fall on a recognized holiday. Reservations are required in advance by calling North Bend State Park at 304-643-2931.\nEmail northbendsp@wv.gov with any questions or for multiple bookings for a fantastic Voyage!
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/voyage-north-bend/
LOCATION:North Bend State Park\, United States
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SUMMARY:Family Trail Days: Canaan Valley
DESCRIPTION:The eight mile “Walk Between the Parks”  is scheduled for Saturday\, May 6\, 2023 from 9:00AM until 4:00PM and will highlight additional activities. Other activities include the “Walk-a-Mile” contest\, alternative (shorter\, interpretive) walks.  \nThe registration fee includes an event memento\, cookout lunch (halfway point on the “Walk Between the Parks”) and shuttle service from Canaan Valley Resort State Park. Registration fee is $25 for adults and $15 for children (6-12) \nPre-registration is recommended using the form in the link below or you may register Friday 12:30 pm – 10:00 pm in the Beech Club\, Canaan Valley Resort Main Lodge\, or prior to the walk on Saturday morning. \nThe activity contact is David Vance and vanced@canaanresort.com or by phone at 304-866-2215
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/family-trail-days-canaan-valley/
LOCATION:Canaan Valley Resort State Park\, 230 Main Lodge Rd\, Davis\, WV\, 26260\, United States
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SUMMARY:EHQ Valley Falls 6- & 12-Hour Ultra Marathon: Valley Falls
DESCRIPTION:Always the first Saturday in May at Valley Falls State Park. Run or hike a gorgeous and challenging 5.25 mile loop with 750′ of elevation gain. Amazing locally made awards. \n\n\n\nIt’s  not an easy course!  EHQ (Endurance Headquarters.com) started in 2019 to provide epic running adventures in the beautiful West Virginia hills while supporting amazing charities.  The event date is May 6\, 2023 with a 7:00AM start time. \n\n\n\nGravel service roads\, single track trails\, streams\, rocky climbs\, rolling trails\, and of course the beautiful falls – this beautiful West Virginia state forest has a bit of everything! Trail will be very clearly marked. Course runs clockwise again for 2023! (was counterclockwise for 2022) \n\n\n\nRegister to participate at ultrasignup.com.  The website has maps\, elevation\, aid station\, race/running rules\, awards and swag associated with the event. \n\n\n\nRegister: \n\n\n\nhttps://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=94619
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/ehq-valley-falls-6-12-hour-ultra-marathon-valley-falls/
LOCATION:Valley Falls State Park\, 720 Valley Falls Rd.\, Fairmont\, WV\, 26554\, United States
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SUMMARY:Heirloom Plant Sale: Prickett’s Fort
DESCRIPTION:The annual Heirloom Plant Sale is provided by the Marion County Extension Master Gardeners on Saturday\, May 6\, 2023 from 10:00AM until 2:00PM. All proceeds from the sale of plants go to maintaining the gardens at Prickett’s Fort State Park. This activity is free and open to the public. \nRegular admission to enter the fort. \nIf you’re looking for a place to spend the night consider Tygart Lake State Park for lodge or cabin accommodations. \nFor more information\, hours\, activities\, history\, and admission fee at Prickett’s Fort State Park and Pricketts Fort Foundation\, call 304-363-3030 or visit the link included below. \nReserve lodging: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/heirloom-plant-sale-pricketts-fort/
LOCATION:Prickett’s Fort State Park\, United States
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SUMMARY:Irish Road Bowling:  Kanawha State Forest
DESCRIPTION:Kanawha State Forest is hosting an Irish Road Bowling competition on Saturday May 6\, 2023 and this event is sponsored by the West Virginia Irish Road Bowling Association.  \nThe event begins at 1:00 p.m. with more details to follow as the event approaches. \nAbout Road Bowling in West Virginia:\nSince its start in the village of Ireland\, as part of the ‘Irish Spring Festival’\, in the 90’s\, Irish Road Bowling in West Virginia has grown to over 20 Events organized around the State. The West Virginia Irish Road Bowling Association\, has hosted USA national championships in 2006\, 2009\, 2012\, 2015 and 2018 to qualify for the All Ireland Finals. West Virginian Bowlers have represented the US in Ireland at these events. Come and celebrate over 25 years of  WVIRBA.
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/irish-road-bowling-kanawha-state-forest/
LOCATION:Kanawha State Forest\, United States
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SUMMARY:Starry Saturday Night - Eta Aquarids Special: Chief Logan
DESCRIPTION:Starry Saturday Night on May 6\, 2023 is an Eta Aquarids Special! \nMeet Naturalist Lauren Cole at Chief Logan Lodge at the outdoor fire pit area on May 6\, 2023. Lauren will be there from 8:30 – 10:00pm Look through a computerized telescope at various celestial bodies including the moon\, planets\, galaxies\, and more. Learn seasonal constellations and other cool facts about the night sky. Planets Mars and Venus should be visible. Moon pies are available as snacks. \nAbout Eta AquaridsAccording to NASA\, the Eta Aquarids peak during early May each year. Eta Aquarid meteors are known for their speed\, with the meteors traveling at about 148\,000 mph (66 km/s) into Earth’s atmosphere. Fast meteors can leave glowing “trains” (incandescent bits of debris in the wake of the meteor) which last for several seconds to minutes. In general\, about 30 Eta Aquarid meteors can be seen per hour during their peak. Learn more at:https://solarsystem.nasa.gov/asteroids-comets-and-meteors/meteors-and-meteorites/eta-aquarids/in-depth \nParticipants of all ages are welcome. There is no fee to participate. Social distancing is encouraged. The program can require patience that may be difficult for younger children. Dress for the weather\, it could be chilly. Rain will cancel this program. Not all objects may be visible due to cloudiness or other factors\, but we’ll still have a good time looking up. \nFor more information email Lauren.E.Cole@wv.gov. \nReserve lodging: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/starry-saturday-night-eta-aquarids-special-chief-logan/
LOCATION:Chief Logan State Park\, United States
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