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SUMMARY:Summer Fun: North Bend
DESCRIPTION:North Bend State Park is a great place for early July activities. Find these activities at the park from July 3 to July 7\, 2023. \nMONDAY\, July 3\, 2023Nature Center Open: Noon – 2:00 PM3:00 – 3:45 PM – Friendship Bracelets4:00 – 4:45 PM – Bug Friends5:00 – 6:00 PM – Scat and Tracks6:30 – 8:00 PM – Fire Starting \nTUESDAY\, July 4\, 20231:00 – 9:00 PM – Tie Dye EventPre-check in at the nature center to reserve supplies.7:30 – 9:30 PM – Glow i the Dark Bike Parade \nWEDNESDAY\, July 5\, 2023Nature Center Open – 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM2:00 – 3:00 PM – Deer Sand Art4:00 – 4:45 PM – Edible Plants5:00 – 6:00 PM – Creek Critters6:30 – 7:00 PM – Nature Journals \nTHURSDAY\, July 6\, 2023Nature Center Open – 10:00 AM – Noon1:00 – 2:00 PM – DIY Bird Feeders3:00 – 4:00 PM – Friendship Bracelets5:00 – 6:00 PM – Basketball Game \nFRIDAY\, July 7\, 2023Nature Center Open – 10:00 AM – Noon1:15 – 2:15 PM – Hike to Tunnel #133:00 – 4:00 PM – Scavenger Hunt5:00 – 6:00 PM – Cornhole Game \nCome visit and come to have fun at North Bend State Park. For more information email northbendsp@wv.gov or call 304.643.2931. \nReserve lodging: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/summer-fun-north-bend/
LOCATION:North Bend State Park\, United States
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SUMMARY:Hello July! Activities: Lost River
DESCRIPTION:Visit the nature center or the Lee House\, plus these activities at Lost River State Park\, July 5 – 9\, 2023. Activities are free to attend\, open to the public and enjoyable. \nWEDNESDAY\, July 5\, 2023Lee House Hours: 10:00 – 11:00AMNature Center Hours: 1:00 – 4:00PM \n2:00PM – Box Turtle TalkMeet at the nature center and learn about our threatened Eastern Box Turtle. It’s the only land turtle in West Virginia. \n3:00PM – Who Was Here?Come to the nature center and learn all about animal tracks and signs in the forest. \nTHURSDAY\, July 6\, 2023Lee House Hours: 10:00 – 11:00AMNature Center Hours: 1:00 – 4:00PM \n1:00PM – Pollinator GardensMeet at the nature center to learn how to create gardens that will help our bees\, butterflies and hummingbirds survive. We will walk on to our garden behind the Red Hall. A list of plants to help you get started at home is available. \nFRIDAY\, July 7\, 2023Nature Center Hours: 2:00 – 5:00PM \n11:00AM – Box Turtle TalkMeet at the nature center and learn about our threatened Eastern Box Turtle. It’s the only land turtle in West Virginia. \n1:00PM – Nature RambleMeet at the nature center for a walk around the Administration Building and Rec Hall to see what we can discover in the field and along the forest edge. \n3:00PM – Who Was Here?Come to the nature center and learn all about animal tracks and signs in the forest.OR3:00PM – Bear NecessitiesLet’s review the habits and habitat of the Black Bear\, West Virginia’s state animal. Are you bearwise? Bearwise.org. \n8:00PM – Walk in the Twilight ZoneWe’ll take an evening walk and look for bats\, owls\, and other night creatures. Bring a flashlight and meet at the pool Bath House. Let’s learn how nocturnal animals get around in the dark. \nSATURDAY\, July 8\, 2023Lee House Hours: 1:00 – 2:30PMNature Center Hours: 9:00 – 11:00AM \n9:30AM – Bear NecessitiesLet’s review the habits and habitat of the Black Bear\, West Virginia’s state animal. \n11:00 – Noon – Creek Critter CrawlWe’ll search Howard’s Lick for wildlife and learn some stream ecology! Meet by the Pool Bath House. You’ll get your feet wet. \n4:00 – Nature Lab – Owl PelletsFor the whole family. Join us at the nature center to solve a mystery. We will dissect owl pellets to see what he or she ate for dinner! Learn about owl habits as we investigate. \n7:00 – 8:00PM – Campfire Time!The fire pit is across from the Rec Hall. We’ll have a fire going and some stories and tales. \nSUNDAY\, July 9\, 2023Lee House Hours: 1:00 – 2:30PM \nAbout the Lee HouseThe history about the remarkable past of Lost River State Park includes “Light Horse” Harry Lee\, the Lee Sulphur Springs Resort and the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). Stop by the Lee House to learn more. Follow the sign by Cabin 1 & 2 across from the swimming pool. \nReserve lodging: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/hello-july-activities-lost-river/
LOCATION:Lost River State Park\, United States
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SUMMARY:Marching thru July: Cacapon
DESCRIPTION:We march through July with more planned activities at Cacapon Resort State Park\, July 5 – 9 2023. Activities are conducted or begin at the nature center unless noted. \nWEDNESDAY July 5\, 2023 \n10:00AM Fishing 101Let’s throw a line out! Learn how to tie a hook\, cast a line\, and maybe catch your first fish. Poles and bait provided or bring your own. YPP \n1:00PM Fire BuildingLearn some different fire building techniques and how to start a fire with flint & steel. YPP \n3:30PM Knot-tyingLearn some helpful tips on tying knots for camping or while in the outdoors. YPP \nTHURSDAY\, July 6\, 2023 \n9:15AM Paddle Boat TourTake a guided park naturalist tour by water to discover park natural & cultural history. Binoculars provided. $6 per person YPP \n11:00AM-12:30PM Fearless Drawing Leading to Painting Part 2:Join our local artist and a park volunteer 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 27\, & August 3. \n1:30PM Micro-vision WorldCome explore our park from a microscopic point of view. We’ll go on a small trek through the area looking at plants & animals through magnifying glasses\, a stereomicroscope for items collected on hike\, and a compound microscope for prepared slides. YPP \n3:00PM Fantastic FoxLearn some fun facts about the red fox\, followed by a fun craft. YPP \nFRIDAY\, July 7\, 2023 \n10:00AM Morning on the MountainMeet at Cacapon Mountain Overlook for to take in the views. Learn about the park’s geology & while doing some birding. Followed by a walk on the fire road. Binoculars provided. YPP \n1:00PM Walking Stick CraftCome and join us for this fun insect craft. YPP \n2:00PM Gardening for MonarchsThese amazing butterflies are in decline and need your help. Find out what you can do and search our garden for monarch eggs. YPP \n3:00PM Food Chain & Food WebsLearn the difference producers and consumers by playing a game. 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 Irish Road BowlingEnjoy an afternoon of bowling! If you haven’t tried this sport\, come out and see what it is all about. Check it out on WV.IRB.COM \n7:45PM Evening StrollMeet park naturalist at the lodge front desk. Meander down the edge of the lodge lawn towards the wildflower fields following our new Blue Bird Trail. A great opportunity for photos. \n8:45PM Glowstick Walk on Golf CourseMeet park naturalist on the outdoor patio of the new lodge for a fun way to end the evening! Glow sticks necklaces & bracelets provided. \nSATURDAY\, July 8\, 2023Nature Center Open 10:30-4:30PM \n9:30AM WV Morning MelodiesDiscover Cacapon’s common song birds and learn to identify them by sight and sound. Binoculars provided. YPP \n11:00AM Life Cycle of a MonarchLearn the multiple stages of life called metamorphosis. Let’s go explore the milkweed plants and look for eggs! YPP \n2:00PM Stream StudyDiscover 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 \n3:00PM Forest Animal-opolyCome and join us for this fun spin on the Monopoly Game! \n7:00PM Southern Flying Squirrel: The Real RockyJoin Dr. Peggy Shaw-McBee for a talk and power point presentation on southern flying squirrel. Presentation will be held at Cacapon Lodge! \n8:30PM-9:45PM Firefly FrenzyDid you know that WV has 21+ species of lightning bugs/fireflies? They can be differentiated among one another by the color of their flash and the pattern of their flashes. We’ll spend a little time going over their difference and then going for a night hike and see if we can find a few species. YPP \nSUNDAY\, July 9\, 2023 \n10:30AM Nature BingoLearn some fun facts and see who wins the challenge. \n11:30AM Bobcat TalkLearn some fun facts about the bobcat and touch a pelt. YPP \n1:30PM Black Bear GameLearn some black bear facts & play a self-guided game. YPP \n2:30PM Discovery HikeLet’s go explore and see what we find. 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 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! \nReserve lodging: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/marching-thru-july-cacapon/
LOCATION:Cacapon Resort State Park\, United States
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