Join the Cass Scenic Railroad State Park naturalist on a hike at Seneca State Forest. The hike starts at 10 a.m. at the Forest Headquarters. This will be a moderate 3.2-mile hike with a challenging climb while exploring unique habitats, wildlife, wildflowers, and finally to a rewarding view of Frost, WV. Guests should bring water, […]
Join the staff at Camp Creek for a hike on the Mountaineer Mile section of the Turkey Loop Trail. This is an easy, one-mile hike. All participants should meet in the Blue Jay parking area no later than 9:50 a.m. Please be sure to bring water and sturdy shoes.
Celebrate National Trails Day at Kanawha State Forest and join forest naturalist Jess Blalock by participating in a trail clean up the Spotted Salamander Trail. This trail is an easy 0.25 mile section that is flat, ADA accessible, and kid friendly. The forest will provide all materials including gloves, bags, trash grabbers, water and snacks. […]
The West Virginia Native Plant Society will host a wildflower hike for National Trails Day. This hike will meet at 10AM on the park office deck. This will be an easy to moderate 2 mile hike on the Reverie Trail. Helpful items to bring: water, bugspray, and sturdy shoes. All participants will earn a NTD incentive.
On June 6, walk the Mountaineer Mile Trail at Tu Endie Wei State Park. The guided and interpretative walk begins at 11:00 am, and all walkers should meet at the Riverfront Trail trailhead. The park superintendent will lead the hike and, along the way, discuss the history of Point Pleasant, including the Battle and prominent […]
Join the park naturalist in celebrating National Trails Day on a 2-mile hike along the Overlook Trail. This is a moderately difficult hike winding up a long ridge to an overlook. All hikers should meet at the Fire Circle near the trailhead for a 1pm hike. Water, snacks and appropriate attire for the weather are […]
Join the Cedar Creek state park naturalist for 4 events in celebration of National Trails Day. Starting at 2pm, join us for a Kids Hike. The hike will be along the creek, starting at the cabin and going to the barn and back. Please bring shoes you don't mind getting wet. At 4pm, we'll hike […]
Celebrate National Trails Day with us by joining a trail cleanup led by our park naturalist. We’ll meet at the main parking area by the bridge. Please bring water, gloves, and sturdy shoes. If you have questions, call Audra State Park at 304-457-1162.
Take a hike at Coopers Rock on June 6th with this 1.8 mile hike. Starting at 3pm, hikers should meet at the Day Use Parking lot to hike the Roadside Trail, the Advanced Ski Trail, the Intermediate Ski Trail and back to the Roadside Trail. This is a moderately strenuous hike. Please be sure to […]
Meet at the Cass Company Store to hike along town to view the remnants of the Cass Mill and part of the Greenbrier River Trail. This will be an easy hike of about one hour. Bring water and sturdy shoes. For more information please contact the State Park naturalist at joshua.r.daniels@wv.gov.
Join park naturalists for a guided hike along the Poke Hollow trail. This 3.5-mile trail of moderate difficulty traverses a variety of habitats, passes two old cemeteries and leads to Twin Falls' highest point.
đź“ŤBlack Bear Patio Stage Krista Hughes, a phenomenal talent, captivated national audiences during the 2015 season of NBC TV's The Voice. Her extraordinary skill was evident in the Blind Auditions, when her soulful, powerful rendition of the classic "Angel from Montgomery" prompted all four celebrity judges/coaches to turn their chairs in celebration. Over the years, […]
Join us to celebrate National Trails Day with a 2.5-mile Firefly Discovery Hike. We will be looking for the season’s first sighting of the Synchronous Firefly as well as attempting to discover the rare Blue Ghost Firefly at Watoga State Park. Please no flashlights and no headlamps. Red lights will be provided. Wear closed-toe shoes. […]
đź“ŤHeadquarters Shelter – Pipestem Resort State Park "Covered Dish Event" presented by Pipestem Foundation. The Pipestem Resort State Park and the Pipestem Foundation cordially invite all individuals with a vested interest in or connection to the park to attend a covered-dish gathering. This Family Reunion Gathering aims to bring attendees together to exchange historical accounts […]
Join us at the nature center to help identify these amazing creatures of the night. Moth experts will be on hand, as will a special guest! Stop by, grab a s'more and learn about the secretive lives of moths.
Come see live reptiles and amphibians in person! Learn all about their diets, habitats and what makes them special! This interactive program is fun for the whole family! This is a free event and it will be held at Picnic Shelter 3!
đź“ŤBlack Bear Patio Stage A native son of West Virginia, Jim Snyder is a celebrated musician whose career spans decades. His repertoire weaves a unique blend of well-known classics and obscure treasures across folk, folk-rock, and Americana. Snyder’s performances are distinguished by his creative, intricate acoustic guitar arrangements, which are perfectly paired with his expressive, […]
đź“ŤBlack Bear Patio Stage A beloved figure in the local music scene, Jeffrey Joe Buckland presents what he describes as "Minimal Americana" music. His repertoire is a rich blend of acoustic interpretations of classics spanning genres such as country, folk, gospel, blues, and rock. In addition to these popular favorites, he also performs a selection […]
đź“ŤBlack Bear Patio Stage Matt Mullins, a musician whose sound resonates with "back porch memories," possesses a genuine musicality that moves listeners and makes it undeniably clear that music is deeply ingrained in his soul. This West Virginia native's musical journey began in earnest right after high school. While he is currently best known as […]
đź“ŤBlack Bear Patio Stage Pipestem Resort State Park hosts the family-friendly Paper Airplane Flying Contest, the third in a six-part series to find the regional “Champion of All Paper Flyers.” This free event invites all ages to compete across three categories: Junior Aviators (12 and under), Teenage Pilots (13–17), and Master Engineers (18 and over). […]
đź“ŤBlack Bear Patio Stage Hailing from the rugged hills of West Virginia, singer-songwriter Shawn Benfield has cultivated a unique and compelling musical voice that defies easy categorization. His artistry is a rich tapestry woven from a wide array of musical influences, drawing deeply from the wells of classic country, the introspection of Texas songwriter greats, […]
It's a Father's Day Buffet at North Bend State Park! From 11 a.m. until 3 p.m., take dad for a feast of North Bend's famous baked steak, sweet honey ham, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, rolls, salad bar, desserts, and non-alcoholic beverages. The price is $28 for adults, $14 for kids 4 to 12, […]
Join West Virginia's "Bard of Education" for this musical celebration of West Virginia Pride! This is a must wherever proud West Virginians gather to celebrate the people and culture of the Mountain State. The event is at the Old Pavilion and is a free event open to the public.
đź“ŤBlack Bear Patio Stage Get ready for an unforgettable musical journey as Dave Runion, the undisputed king of the one-person party scene, returns to the Black Bear Grill’s Patio! With his trusty piano in tow, this sensational West Virginia artist is poised to take the stage and deliver a fun, high-energy musical ride for everyone. […]
Get ready for the Bearhole Road Race at Twin Falls Resort State Park. The race starts at the Twin Falls Golf Course Clubhouse parking lot. First place overall winners will be selected in both male and female 5K and 10K division. First, Second and Third place trophies will also be awarded for separate age groups […]
Celebrate West Virginia and Grafton's railroad heritage with old-time songs from the great Mick Souter! Come see why Mick is known as the 'Bard of Education' as he plays a variety of instruments to bring history to life in this fun, all-ages tribute to the Mountain State's rails and trails. This is a free event […]
đź“ŤBlack Bear Patio Stage The band Bicycle is a distinctive, energetic collective originating in the mountains of West Virginia. Uniquely positioned within the music landscape, the group comprises passionate mountain bikers who are also accomplished musicians, blending their two worlds into a singular artistic expression. Their signature style has been dubbed “Afrolachian Rock,” a term […]
Three Rivers Avian Center (TRAC) is live at Cacapon Resort on Saturday, June 27, at 7:00 p.m. The educational birds offer a great chance to learn what birds say, “who cooks for me, who cooks for you all?” and to meet other raptors. This nature program focuses on raptors native to West Virginia: hawks, eagles, […]
Strawberry Moon Hike đź“ŤPipestem Championship Golf Course Step into the serene and mysterious world of Pipestem Resort State Park after sundown! Join Pipestem’s dedicated Naturalist Team for a captivating Full Moon Night Hike. The full moon’s natural light offers an extraordinary perspective on the park’s nocturnal life, immersing you in the forest’s sights and sounds […]
Strawberry Moon Hike. Meet the park naturalist at the Harold S. Walters Nature Center for an amazing night hike around the park. This is a great way to explore the night sites and sounds of Blackwater Falls. This is an easy, one mile hike along paved roads and paths. For more information, please contact park […]
Pipestem Resort State Park
đź“ŤBlack Bear Patio Stage Get ready for an unforgettable musical journey as Dave Runion, the undisputed king of the one-person party scene, returns to the...
Twin Falls Resort State Park
Get ready for the Bearhole Road Race at Twin Falls Resort State Park. The race starts at the Twin Falls Golf Course Clubhouse parking lot....
