Events

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. WEDNESDAY, July 5, 2023Lee House Hours: 10:00 - 11:00AMNature Center Hours: 1:00 - 4:00PM 2:00PM - Box Turtle TalkMeet at the nature center […]

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. WEDNESDAY July 5, 2023 10:00AM Fishing 101Let’s throw a line out! Learn how to tie a hook, cast a line, and maybe catch your first fish. […]

July includes how to measure trees, archery and fishy stuff at Holly River State Park. Join naturalist Jane Birdsong at these activities, July 6 - 8, 2023. Don’t forget the restaurant is open and hiking trails welcome your footsteps. THURSDAY, July 6, 2023 2 pm - HOW TO MEASURE TREESNaturalist Jane will demonstrate, then give […]

Try your hand at spinning wool at Prickett’s Fort State Park. Participants will receive one hour of personal one-on-one instruction from one of our skilled interpreters on Friday, July 7 or Saturday, July 8, 2023. One-hour sessions are $20 per person and participants must be age 16 and older. One person per session. Please register […]

Bluestone State Park offers youth and family friendly activities hosted by Jonathan Lipscomb, Naturalist and activities director from July 7 - 10, 2023. Activities at Bluestone state park are free to attend unless indicated and open to the public. Cabin guests, campers, and the general public are encouraged to participate. FRIDAY, July 7, 20233-5pm spoon […]

The annual “Bug Bash” Weekend at Chief Logan State Park Lodge is July 7-9, 2023. Assistant Superintendent Lauren Cole invites all ages to join her for some excitement about fascinating wildlife commonly known as “bugs.” “We are not bashing or mashing anything. We are learning about arthropods, butterflies, moths, fireflies and other insects in a […]

The Weber Brothers The Morgan Arts Council (MAC) is thrilled to bring hometown heroes to kick off the the Morgan Arts Council’s 2023 Concerts in the Park series on Saturday, July 8, 2023 at Berkeley Springs State Park. Between their renowned musical ability, high-energy, awe-inspiring performances and lessons learned first hand from rock & roll […]

Join us for one of two of our Mid Summer Walk Between The Parks Hike on July 8, 2023. The eight mile walk between Blackwater Falls and Canaan Valley Resort state parks. The registration fee includes shuttle service from Canaan Valley Resort State Park. Meet at the Main Lodge at 9:00am and the experience should […]

What a great afternoon program featured on Blennerhassett Island, Three Rivers Avian Center (TRAC) is live at Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park on Saturday July 9, 2023 at 1:30p.m. The educational birds are a great opportunity to learn what birds say "who cooks for me, who cooks for you all?" as well as meeting other […]

Pipestem sits on the east rim of the Bluestone River Gorge, which carves through the plateau to the scenic Bluestone River 1,200 feet below. Enjoy these activities when you visit July 10 - 13, 2023. The Nature Center is open Wednesday - Sunday 11:00 am - 5:00 pm. Visit our exhibits and heritage structures and […]

A visit to Blackwater Falls isn’t complete without attending a planned activity or event at the park. Find these family-friendly things to do July 12 - 13, 2023. Activities are staged at the nature center unless directed otherwise. WEDNESDAY, July 12, 2023Nature Center: 10:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. Naturalist Loop WalkJoin the park […]

Visit the nature center or the Lee House, plus these activities at Lost River State Park, July 12-16, 2023. Activities are free to attend unless indicated and open to the public. WHen visiting Lost River take the opportunity to attend a planned activity. You’ll learn more about the park, wildlife and history of the area. […]

One of our most popular programs at Prickett’s Fort State Park is Colonial Kids Day.  This event  focuses on 18th century life through a child’s eyes.  Bring the kids to the fort to experience a full day of fun and educational activities. Activities will include daily chores in the fort, life in the militia, colonial children’s […]

Holly River State Park is packed with summer fun. Visitors are encouraged to take advantage of these programs, particularly Fireflies, Butterflies and Archery. Your nature host is Jane Birdsong, Summer/Master Naturalist on July 13 - 15, 2023. THURSDAY, July 13, 20232 PM - INTREPID CLIMBERS ONLYIf you’ve always wanted to climb to the Top of […]

The band, Midnight Outlaw is playing at North Bend State Park. A free live music concert at North Bend State Park’s amphitheater is sponsored by the Sports Jamboree. Donations are accepted for Kids Special Olympics. For concert information email northbendsp@wv.gov or call 304-643-2931. Reserve lodging:

The sky's the limit at Blackwater Falls State Park, July 14-16, 2023. This weekend is in addition to the annual Astronomy event in the fall and made possible by the Kanawha Valley Astronomical Society. The activities/presentations are open to the public. Join astrophotographers under the incredibly dark skies of Blackwater Falls State Park to learn […]

Wyoming County Historical Museum presents a Civil War reenactment. Everyone is invited. Reenactment participants set up camp and prepare for battle Cannon and gun fire echo across the park at different times during the event. Saturday evening, July 15, 2023 includes a night firing of the cannons. This is a family friendly event and is […]

Mid-July activities at Pipestem Resort State Park include Moth Night and Ultimate Frisbee. Join the outdoor crew and take advantage of these activities July 14-16, 2023. The Nature Center is open daily from 11:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. FRIDAY, July 14, 2023 10:00 am Creepy Crawly Bug CraftMeet Kristen at the Activity Shelter behind the […]

Visit Twin Falls and enjoy these activities July 14-15, 2023. Music, ghost stories, Searching for Moths, and Civil War history at the ball field invites you to attend. Fee free. Open to the public. Family friendly. FRIDAY, July 14, 20232:00 p.m. – 4:00 pm. – The Nature Center is open! 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.Live […]

Weekends at Bluestone State Park are extra special with activities that focus on the outdoors and nature pursuits. Join park naturalist and heritage craftsman Jonathan Lipscomb July 14-17, 2023 at these planned activities. FRIDAY, July 14, 20233-5pm spoon carvingJoin naturalist Jonathan at the shelter below the events building to learn local history and the basics […]

This weekend at Blackwater Falls State Park is packed with activities ranging from the Astrophotography Weekend (find it posted separately) to guest naturalist hike and Pickleball. Take advantage of these programs July 14 - 16, 2023 that begin at the nature center unless posted otherwise. FRIDAY, July 14, 2023Nature Center: 10:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. […]

Join the Friends of Blackwater in association with Blackwater Falls State Park and welcome visiting naturalist, Aaron Graham for today’s special hike. Along with Graham will be Blackwater Falls staff. You’ll be out in the field to observe birds, butterflies and potentially salamanders and other fauna in addition to taking a look at the current […]

The Centerfire Bluegrass Band performs live music at Canaan Valley on July 14, 2023. Mountain Music Friday Series returns to Canaan Valley Resort in 2023. Live music is slopesideat Quenchers Plaza is from 6:00-9:00 PM. Free concert and open to the public. Sunset scenic chairlift rides are available with ticket purchase in Quencher’s Pub. Pub […]

The nature center area at Tygart Lake State Park is the place to be July 14, 2023. Reenactor and historian Doug Wood portrays Gabriel Arthur at 7:00 p.m. and following the program, Wood answers questions about the individual and the era that Gabriel Arthur lived. Bring a chair or a blanket and enjoy this evening […]

Camp Creek State Park is a favorite setting for the bird of prey program presented by Three Rivers Avian Center (TRAC) Friday, July 14, 2023 at 7:00p.m. The educational birds are a great opportunity to learn what birds say "who cooks for me, who cooks for you all?" as well as meeting other raptors. You […]

“The Marvelous Wonderettes” is the July theater production staged and performed at the Liz Spurlock Amphitheater at Chief Logan State Park. The drama begins at 8:30 p.m. This outdoor theater drama is presented nine evenings in July, 2023. According to www.thearacomastoryinc.come website, this smash Off-Broadway hit takes you to the 1958 Springfield High School prom, […]

Cacapon State Park offers a wonderful summer setting for Irish Road Bowling scheduled for July 15, 2023. After a short hayride shuttle provided by the park, road bowlers are dropped at the start line. From there, the course winds along a narrow stream with a healthy forest canopy that keeps bowlers cool on even the […]

This special Mansion Foodways Tour explains the role that food played in the daily lives of theBlennerhassett family and their neighbors. Join us on Saturday, July 15, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. onBlennerhasset Island. The term Foodways is defined as an in-depth look at people (the Blennerhassett Family) in alocation (Blennerhassett Island) and examines the procurement, […]

Cathy Fink & Marcy Marxer with Chao TianFrom China to Appalachia - Americana meets Classical The Morgan Arts Council (MAC) welcomes GRAMMY Award winning American Rootsartists Cathy Fink & Marcy Marxer joining with Chinese classical hammered dulcimer playerChao Tian in a show that combines music from China to Appalachia and beyond.This concert is on Saturday, […]

Come to Tygart Lake State Park on Saturday, July 15, 2023 and experience the memories and sounds of old-time music and learn a bit about our state’s great railroad heritage. It will be a lovely evening of railroading history via music and story. Mick Souter is a true West Virginia original, performing with different instruments […]