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SUMMARY:So long September:  Pipestem
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy friends and family activities at Pipestem Resort State Park September 29 – October 1\, 2023. \nFRIDAY\, September 29\, 2023 \n10:30 am- Pipestem Heritage *YPPMeet at the Nature Center for an in depth tour of our heritage structures and to see pictures from the past taken in our own park of families and life before Pipestem. \n7:00 – 9:00 pm – Live Music!Featuring Corey Lee McQuadeOutside of the Black Bear Lounge @ Pipestem Resort State ParkCorey Lee McQuade\, the other flatpicking dobro man\, carries on the dobro style of Tut Taylor flatpicking the resophonic guitar aka dobro. He is a singer/songwriter from Lewisburg\, WV and currently residing in Athens\, WV. His solo performances include fingerpicking and flatpicking guitar\, flatpicking dobro\, and clawhammer banjo. His original songs are inspired by old time traditional music\, local history\, and folk singer/songwriters. \nSATURDAY\, September 30\, 2023 \n2:00 pm- Nature Hunt *YPPMeet at the Nature Center. Get your hands on a list of objects to look for in Nature. Once youfind them\, you receive a prize! Nature Hunt is fun! (30 minutes) \n5:00 pm- Wildlife Game *YPPMeet at the Nature Center for a quiz game about North American wildlife. Fun and it’s for everyone to enjoy. (30 min) \nSUNDAY\, October 1\, 2023 \n8:30 am- Church ServiceMeet us at the Amphitheater for Sunday service. \n5:00 pm- An Extraordinary Ordinary MothMeet in the Activity Shelter behind the Nature Center to hear a storybook story about a moth. Then color a picture of a moth any color you want. A great activity for kids or adults who love moths. YPP \nYoung People for ParksYPP is an environmental education program for children ages 6-16. To complete the program\, participants attend three specified activities during their stay. These programs are indicated by *YPP. For more information visit the Nature Center. \nReserve lodging: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/so-long-september-pipestem/
LOCATION:Pipestem Resort State Park\, United States
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SUMMARY:Autumn is Awesome: Blackwater Falls
DESCRIPTION:Autumn includes awesome views and planned activities at Blackwater Falls September 29 – October 1\, 2023. Take advantage of a variety of things to do when you’re not leaf peeping or enjoying a great meal at the Smokehouse Restaurant located at Blackwater Falls Lodge. \nFRIDAY\, September 29\, 2023Nature Center Hours: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. \n11:30 a.m. History and Hotdogs CampfireJoin the seasonal naturalist to enjoy the flames of an outdoor fire and roast a hotdog while he tells the history of the area. Songbooks available for campfire singing after the history talk. About 1 hour. YPP \n1:00 p.m. Decoupage Mason Jar CandleMake your own fall decorative jar or Blackwater Falls Souvenir. About 1 hour. craft fee $3.00 \n2:00 p.m. Feature MovieJoin the staff for this hilarious film about witches attempting to reclaim their youth. Rated PG. About 2 hours. \n5:00 p.m. Ramblin’ Ranger– Creature FeatureFind the park naturalist in the lodge lobby for her display about the eastern coyote. Test your knowledge about coyotes\, ask a question\, pick up a trail map or simply stop to say hello. The naturalist will be set up for about 2 hours. YPP \nSATURDAY\, September 30\, 2023Nature Center Hours: 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. \n9:00 a.m. Morning along the LakeJoin the park naturalist for an interpretive stroll along Pendleton Lake. What birds are around the lake? What plants are blooming? About 1/2 mile\, about one hour. YPP \n10:00 a.m. Scenic Overlook Nature StrollJoin the seasonal naturalist at Pendleton Point Salt Sands Sign for an easy interpretive stroll around the overlook. About 1 hour. YPP \n10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Twisted Tie DyeJoin the staff to be creative on your own souvenir t-shirt. Supplies lim ited. Sale price: $5.00 adult\, $3.00 youth sizes. \n11:30 a.m. Fossil CraftJoin the recreation assistant to hear about some fossils. In order to study the history of life on earth\, paleontologists study fossil remains of the organisms that once lived here. Optional: 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 fossil. This activity requires patience and time to uncover trilobites or create a fossil craft. Craft fee: $2.00 YPP \n1:00 p.m. Bracelet CraftJoin the recreation attendant and create a bracelet. Choose from a fish hook to friendship to paracord to your passion to save the bees designs. Craft fee varies: $1.00 to $4.00 \n2:00 p.m. Naturalist LoopJoin the seasonal naturalist at the trailhead of Davis Trail for a walk along a portion of three trails: Davis\, Spudder Track and Red Spruce. About 2 hours\, 2 miles. YPP \n2:30p.m. SSSSNakes of West VirginiaJoin the park naturalist to hear about some snakes that call West Virginia home and why they should be your friend. Program may include a live non-venomous snake. About 1 hour. YPP \nSUNDAY\, October 1\, 2023Nature Center Hours: 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. \n10:30 a.m. Finding Your WayJoin the naturalist for this program about how to use a map and compass with a short video and naturalist interpretation. Includes testing your skills on a short course around the nature center\, learning about topographic maps\, contour lines and more. About one hour. Afterwards Optional Craft: Create a compass using markers and other materials for a craft fee of $2.00 YPP \nEnjoy the outdoors in autumn. Chills. Colors. Seasonal Changes. Blackwater Falls. \nReserve lodging: \nBook Now \n 
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/autumn-is-awesome-blackwater-falls/
LOCATION:Blackwater Falls State Park\, United States
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SUMMARY:Art in the Park: Lost River
DESCRIPTION:Lost River State Park features ‘Art in the Park’ on the last day of September 2023.  On September 30 find local artists live music and festival food prepared by the Mathias Baker Volunteer Fire Department.  Plan to spend the day from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.  The festivities are near the main office and Rec Hall.  There is no fee to attend.   \nOf special interest is the auction of an art piece from each artisan with proceeds directed towards Lost River State Park. \nHere’s what you’ll discover:\nJust Crochet – Hand crocheted tops\, blankets and shawls.\nTreasure Barn – Macrame hangings and jewelry.\nA&C Snacks – Kettle corn\, pork rinds and cotton candy.\nCove Mountain Bakery – Baked cakes and cookies.\nFrank Burdell – Hand blown glass.\nBranch & Root Forest Farm – Herb & spice blends.\nHidden Treasures – Wooden signs and decor.\nFoxie Creations – Bath and skin products.\nMystic Mountain Tarot – Tarot and magical creations.\nBenji Sager Honey – Organic\, local honey.\nMiss Drew Illustrations – Miniature paintings and cards.\nHand Crafts – Hand sewn pillows and decor.\nJessica’s Wreaths – Seasonal and custom wreaths.\nMathias Baker Volunteer Fire Company – Hotdogs and burgers.\nBat Country – Local Appalachian musicians  \nArt in the Park at Lost River State Park is family oriented and open to the public.\nIf you can’t make it\, please share the info with friends and family.  \nNeed more information?  Email lostriversp@wv.gov or call 304.897.5372
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/art-in-the-park-lost-river/
LOCATION:Lost River State Park\, United States
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SUMMARY:Spruce Hike: Cass
DESCRIPTION:Join a hike to the remote location of the former town of Spruce\, led by Naturalist Jaime Shearer at Cass Scenic Railroad State Park. This hike combines hiking and historic interpretation of this fascinating site. \nMeet at the Cass Company Store Front Porch at Cass Scenic Railroad State Park at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday\, September 30\, 2023. There is no fee to participate. \nShearer gives a brief orientation about the hike and directions to the drive to the starting point to start the hike. The drive takes approximately 15 minutes. Hikers are responsible for transportation. The hike duration is about three hours in length and approximately 4 miles of beginning-level hiking. Please wear comfortable and sturdy hiking boots or shoes and dress for the weather. \nAbout Spruce:Founded in 1904\, Spruce was once a bustling company town home to 300 people but was abandoned in the 1950s – while not a single building stands today\, the historic footprint of logging remains. You will be surrounded by the natural beauty of Pocahontas County while learning about the region’s timber and railroad industries and life in a rural company town. This hike is to a primitive region with limited facilities — make sure to wear water-resistant hiking footwear and pack a pair of binoculars\, and plenty of water. \nFor additional information email cassrailroadsp@wv.gov. \nReserve lodging: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/spruce-hike-cass/
LOCATION:Cass Scenic Railroad State Park\, United States
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SUMMARY:Hidden History: Babcock Grist Mill Open House
DESCRIPTION:Come and go as you please to see the Glade Creek Grist Mill inside and out on Saturday\, September 30\, 2023. The miller will be on-hand for informal discussions about the history of this structure and how the mill works. Visit Babcock State Park from 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. today\, however\, the miller takes a Noon – 1:00 p.m. break. There is no charge for this activity. \nThis is one of the many 15th annual Hidden History Happenings celebrating Appalachian heritage in Southern West Virginia with events planned from September 9 – October 15\, 2023 and organized by the National Park Service\, New River Gorge National Park & Preserve. Visit the NPS website for more information. \nReserve lodging: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/hidden-history-babcock-grist-mill-open-house-5/
LOCATION:Babcock State Park\, 486 Babcock Road\, Clifftop\, WV\, 25831\, United States
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SUMMARY:Full Moon Hike: Cass
DESCRIPTION:Hike by the light of a full harvest moon at Cass on September 30\, 2023. \nThe “Full Harvest Moon” hike at Cass Scenic Railroad begins from the visitor’s center at the Cass Company Store. This evening walk\, led by Park Superintendent Marshall Markley or designee\, is about three miles round trip with a slight grade\, but mostly flat hiking. The hike is free and open to the public. \nThe September full moon is known as the Full Harvest Moon. Most often\, the September full Moon is the Harvest Moon which is the Full Moon that occurs closest to the Fall Equinox. At the peak of harvest\, farmers can work late into the night by the light of this moon. Other names for the September Full Moon are the Autumn Moon\, Corn Harvest Moon\, Falling Leaves Moon\, and Child Moon. \nThis full moon hike begins at 7:30 PM. Join us for this evening activity at Cass Scenic Railroad State Park. \nReserve lodging: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/full-moon-hike-cass-8/
LOCATION:Cass Scenic Railroad State Park\, United States
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