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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 at North Bend.  There are also trails nearby to walk or 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.  However\, Monday’s that fall on a recognized holiday the island is open. Reservations for the Voyage package are required in advance by calling North Bend State Park at 304-643-2931.  Email northbendsp@wv.gov with any questions or for multiple bookings for a fantastic Voyage!
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/voyage-north-bend-2/
LOCATION:North Bend State Park\, United States
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SUMMARY:Wednesday\, Thursday Fun: Blackwater Falls
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy these activities at Blackwater Falls\, June 21 and 22\, 2023. Mid-week activities are great to discover. All Activities meet at Harold Walters Nature Center at the park unless the description has another meeting location. \nWEDNESDAY\, June 21\, 2023Nature Center: 10:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. \n11:00 a.m.Survival Cord FunAt the nature center – great craft for any age.Craft fee:$2.00 to $4.00 \n1:30 p.m.Microscope Fun for KidsUsing a microscope can provide a fun learning experience for both the child and the rest of the family. Join the staff to explore the world under a microscope. About 45 minutes. YPP \n3:00 p.m.Weather Nature Film & Rain Gauge Craft–Join the staff to watch this film that takes you on a whirlwind tour of Earth’s turbulent atmosphere and reveals the forces that make the day fair or foul. Includes the creation of a rain gauge. Craft fee: $2.00. About 1 hour. YPP \nTHURSDAY\, June 22\, 2023Nature Center: 10:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. \n11:00 a.m.Trail Thinking SaunterJoin the naturalist for a stroll along nearby trails while listening to some tidbits about the local flora and fauna. About 1.5 miles\, 1 hour. Program may be substituted with an indoor presentation if weather inclement. YPP \n1:00 p.m.BINGOEnjoy this classic game for the entire family. Small novelty prize to winners. About 45 minutes. \n2:30 p.m.The Bee Movie and Candle MakingJoin the staff to create a candle then watch a movie while it solidifies. Craft fee: $4.00. About 1.5 hours. YPP \nLearn more about Blackwater Falls State Park when you attend activities. For more information email blackwaterfallssp@wv.gov. \nReserve lodging: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/wednesday-thursday-fun-blackwater-falls/
LOCATION:Blackwater Falls State Park\, United States
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SUMMARY:Great June Activities: Cacapon
DESCRIPTION:From a medicinal weed walk\, amazing amphibians and spider verse\, join these planned activities at Cacapon Resort State Park\, June 21-24\, 2023. Activities are conducted or begin at the nature center unless noted. \nWEDNESDAY\, June 21\, 202310:00AM WV Tree IDLet’s discover the new blooming trees and a fun leaf pounding activity. YPP \n11:00AM Summer Solstice CraftLet’s make a fun craft to celebrate the longest day of the year. \n1:00PM Insect SafariWhat is an insect? Why are they important? Look for insects and play the clever catch game! YPP \n2:30PM Vegetable Garden FunWhat’s growing in the garden…well come & find out! Let’s take a closer look by seeing what an onion looks like under a microscope. YPP \nTHURSDAY\, June 22\, 202310:00AM Turtle TalkLearn about the box turtle and play a fun game and make a craft. YPP \n11:00AM-12:30PM Fearless Drawing Leading to Painting Part 1:Join local artists and volunteers for a free art lesson focusing on geometric shapes of local flora & fauna. This class is free and open to all ages. Attend one session or attend the four part series on the following dates: July 6\, July 27\, & August 3. \n1:30PM Nature JournalingMake & create your own nature journal. Rotate through stations to learn all about our natural world. YPP \n2:30PM Seek-ing NatureTake a discovery hike and learn all about this fun mobile app that helps you identify everything from plants\, trees\, wildflower & wildlife! YPP \nFRIDAY\, June 23\, 202310:00AM Medicinal Weed WalkJoin Iris Kirsch\, a Berkeley Springs based herbalist and educator & owner of Warm Springs Herbal for a walk near the nature center and picnic area. No foraging in a state park\, so bring your camera and notebook so you can identify the plants. This is a slow\, gentle walk suitable for all ages & abilities. \n1:30PM WV OwlsDiscover the variety owls by sight and sound! What do they eat? Find out by dissecting on owl pellet. YPP \n3:00PM Amazing AmphibiansIt’s spring & time for frogs to start calling! Learn a variety of frogs & toads by sound. YPP \n4:00-6:00PM Welcome to Cacapon!Meet the Park Naturalist at the lodge to answer any general park questions you may have or find out what amazing recreation and nature activities Cacapon has to offer. Welcome to Cacapon Resort State Park! \n7:00PM Wings of Wonder Join this special presentation by ThreeRivers Avian Center (TRAC) is a private non-profit organizationdedicated to wild bird conservation and educating and involving peoplein ecosystem stewardship. This Birds of Prey program features livenon-releasable raptors (hawks\, owls\, eagles). Event held at CacaponBath House above the main beach entrance. YPP \n8:30PM Night HikeMeet park naturalist at the lodge front desk. Let’s walk up to the upper reservoir and listen for night sounds. YPP \nSATURDAY\, June 24\, 202310:00AM Mud ArtCome enjoy an early celebration of International Mud Day by making mud art. We will supply the materials and you supply the creativity to create a one of a kind piece that will remind youhow fun playing in the mud can be! YPP \n1:30PM Streaming!Discover what makes a stream healthy and what unlikely critters may be hiding in plain sight! You may want to bring shoes to get wet. YPP \n3:30PM Turtle TalkLearn about the box turtle and play a fun game and make a craft. YPP \n7:00PM Irish Road BowlingMeet at the nature center for this fun game! Roll a cannon ball around a course for a fun family evening. \n8:00PM SpiderVerse Learn the importance of spiders and how we areall connected in the web of life. YPP \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. Other West Virginia natural exhibits include an extensive taxidermycollection 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 dailyactivities! \nReserve lodging: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/great-june-activities-cacapon/
LOCATION:Cacapon Resort State Park\, United States
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SUMMARY:Artist in Residence - Joel Dugan: Prickett’s Fort
DESCRIPTION:Once again\, Prickett’s Fort State Park welcomes Joel Dugan as part of Pricketts Fort Foundation’s artist in residence program. Join him Wednesday – Saturday\, June 21 – 24\, 2023 from 10:00AM-4:00PM and Sunday June 25 from Noon until 4:00PM. \nJoel currently resides in Fairmont\, West Virginia with his family and serves as the Chair for the Department of Architecture Art and Design at Fairmont State University. Joel will be painting his interpretation of different scenes throughout the park as well as a hands-on project during our Colonial Kids Day on June 21\, 2023. \nFor more information about Prickett’s Fort State Park and Pricketts Fort Foundation\, call 30- 363-3030 or visit the link included below. \nPrickett’s Fort is a day use park. Consider lodging nearby at Tygart Lake State Park. \nReserve lodging: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/artist-in-residence-joel-dugan-pricketts-fort/
LOCATION:Prickett’s Fort State Park\, United States
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