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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: Berkeley Springs
DESCRIPTION:The 16th annual Art-in-the-Park series is a juried art fair that provides public access to fine artisans located in the Berkeley Springs region of West Virginia. Nationally known artists exhibit at this event\, and the best part is artisans are local residents. \n\n\n\nShows are rain or shine from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and located across the street from the Farmers Market. Art-in-the-Park is free to attend and open to the public. Art-in-the-Park is scheduled for ten Sunday dates in 2023. \n\n\n\nThe event is organized and sponsored by an arts group and the host site is Berkeley Springs State Park  –  find more information on Facebook at Art In The Park WV (at Berkeley Springs) or email the event organized at nathan258@frontier.com. \n\n\n\nWhen planning your trip to attend Art in the Park at Berkeley Springs State Park\, stay at nearby Cacapon Resort State Park to take advantage of programs and other area interests. \n\n\n\nReserve lodging: \n\n\n\nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/19733/
LOCATION:Berkeley Springs 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 Sunday\, October 1\, 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-6/
LOCATION:Babcock State Park\, 486 Babcock Road\, Clifftop\, WV\, 25831\, United States
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SUMMARY:Elk Management Tour - Evening: Chief Logan
DESCRIPTION:Elk Management Tours in West Virginia are designed to learn about and visit where the reintroduction of elk in the Mountain State occurred. The three-to-four-hour activity begins at 4:00 p.m. at Chief Logan Lodge\, Sunday\, October 1\, 2023. \nThe tour ticket includes an afternoon snack\, “All About Elk” conversation\, transportation to the elk translocation site\, and outdoor time walking to experience the terrain\, vegetation\, elk habitat and potential sighting and souvenir. Tours are limited to 12 participants and reservations are required in advance. Masks may be necessary during transportation. Hearing or seeing an elk bull or cow is not guaranteed. The elk are free roaming and not penned. Sunset at the tour site is outstanding in addition to looking and listening for elk and observation of other wildlife or wildlife signs in the area. Walking/hiking is involved. \nThese considerations are necessary: carry-on items must be small to accommodate passengers more comfortably and only if necessary. The tour is not recommended for youth under age 12. Pets are not permitted. Participants should refrain from use of scented products. Packing food on the tour is discouraged – wild animals have excellent sensory abilities and may react adversely. Sturdy\, closed-toe shoes or boots are required\, no flip-flops or sandals. Long pants should be worn. Up to two miles of walking may occur at the management area with some moderate inclines\, but all at a reasonable pace. Binoculars are available to borrow. \nThe cost is $34 per person. Ticket or package prices include taxes\, but not gratuity. Advanced reservations are required for tours and may be purchased online and found on the link\, https://wvstateparks.com/things-to-do/elk-management-tours \nLauren Cole\, Assistant Superintendent/Biologist is the tour leader. Cole is a member of the National Association of Interpreters and a Certified Interpretive Guide. \nReserve lodging: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/elk-management-tour-evening-chief-logan-18/
LOCATION:Chief Logan State Park\, United States
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