Events

Friday, January 5, 2024Nature Center Open: 11:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m. Awesome Snakes! -- Join the park naturalist, Paulita, to learn about West Virginia’s snakes. Live corn snake highlighted during presentation. About 1 hour. This is a Young People for Parks program. (YPP) 5:00 p.m. Yips, Hoots and Howls -- Join the seasonal […]

Friday, January 12, 2024Nature Center Open: 11:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.11:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. The Universe themed Crafts – Join the recreation assistant for today’s Craft themed around the universe and perhaps hear a little about the universe About 1 hour. This is a Young People for Parks program (YPP). 5:00 p.m. Shining Light […]

Join Park Naturalist Sarah Clark for a weekend of enjoying all that nature has to offer in the winter! This weekend is packed with interesting programs, exhilarating hikes, as well as fun and informative activities and field trips. Participants are encouraged to bring appropriate winter attire suitable for hiking in colder weather. Packages include accommodations at […]

Join us at Cacapon Resort State Park for a short birding hike. Binoculars are included for those who need them.

Are you a nature enthusiast and want to become a WV Master Naturalist? Find out more about this amazing opportunity and the requirements.

Have you ever first hand viewed millions of monarchs gathering in one area? Natural Habitat Adventures is a eco-friendly world wide touring company and they have! Go behind the scenes with some of their expert guides. Monarch butterflies travel over three countries to make a multigenerational migration that has been called one of the most […]

 Join John Cavendish as he delves into the history behind the Hawks Nest Diversion Tunnel. The construction of this tunnel, which diverts water from the New River to a hydroelectric plant downstream, is considered to be one of the worst industrial disasters in American history. Presentation package includes lodging at Hawks Nest lodge, dinner for two at the Overlook […]

For a peaceful, scenic hike, meet park seasonal naturalists at the front desk of the Cacapon Resort State Park Lodge for a hike on the Piney Ridge Trail.

Discover and report bird species at our nature center feeder on eBird, the world’s largest birding community.

This class will help increase balance, flexibility and focus on connection to mind, body & spirit. Meeting place is the lodge.

No leaves, no problem. Learn about some common WV trees by identifying their bark.

Learn all about common mammals and how their fur feels with a variety of pelts available to touch. Following a film on mammals.

Enjoy coloring, stenciling, and wildlife stamps and nature bingo while learning about mammals!

Learn about the sights and sounds of Cacapon’s common woodpeckers – followed by a short walk.

Join the park naturalist to discover the work of Camp Morgan with the Civilian Conservation Corps who helped build this park from 1934-41.

Join park naturalist and Potomac Valley Master Naturalist Allen Miller on a guided full moon hike. Meet at Stauffer’s Marsh Nature Preserve at Back Creek Valley Rd, Hedgesville, WV. Registration is required via online or by contacting Sonja@potomacaudubon.org.

No leaves, no problem. Learn about some common WV trees by identifying their bark!

Don’t miss that chance to see Lee Dean singing and dancing as Sinatra. $40 for ticket to show and buffet. RSVP at front desk or 304-258-1022 opt. 0

Monarch butterflies travel over three countries to make a multigenerational migration that has been called one of the most spectacular natural phenomena in the world. Join park naturalist to uncover reasons of their decline and what is needed for their survival. Have you ever first hand viewed millions of monarchs gathering in one area? Natural […]

No leaves, no problem. Learn about some common West Virginia trees by identifying their stems and bark!

Don’t miss that chance to see Lee Dean singing and dancing as Elvis. $40 for ticket to show and buffet. RSVP at front desk or 304-258-1022 opt. 0

Meet at the front desk of the lodge to take a guided hike on the Piney Ridge trail. Binoculars are provided.

Ready to talk turkey? Learn the differences between hens and gobblers and some other fun facts!

Mammal of the Month The solitary shrew has a strong sense and weak one and are both predator and prey. With the use of an informative coloring page, a ruler, list of facts and a visual taxidermy, you will learn about West Virginia's least known and smallest mammal family.

The CCC boys left a legacy that can still be enjoyed all over WV in the forests they planted and parks they helped to build (30 min film).

Monarch butterflies travel over three countries to make a multigenerational migration that has been called one of the most spectacular natural phenomena in the world. Join park naturalist to uncover reasons of their decline and what is needed for their survival. Have you ever viewed millions of monarchs gathering in one area? Natural Habitat Adventures […]

Celebrate Valentine's Day with a weekend getaway package at Chief Logan State Park Lodge. The weekend celebration includes a king or queen room at the lodge, romantic dinner for two, and evening entertainment featuring a local favorite, Coal Fired. The package includes a complementary express breakfast. Room packages start at $171.78. Contact Chief Logan at […]

Come to Twin Falls Resort State Park for a romantic and relaxing weekend away. The package includes accommodations at Twin Falls and the Saturday night dance party. Enjoy special hors d' oeuvres from the Twin Falls Restaurant during the dance. A cash bar with a selection of beer, wine and cocktails will be available. Take […]

Celebrate the day with those you love and spend a romantic weekend in a pastoral setting at North Bend State Park. The Package Includes a Chocolate with Friends event, Live hammered dulcimer music featuring Scott Cain, a delicious dinner buffet, evening reception around the fire and breakfast buffet the following morning. Call North Bend State […]

Celebrate Valentine's Day Weekend at beautiful Hawks Nest State Park! This package includes Saturday night accommodations, dinner at the Overlook Restaurant, the theater show; Cass Elliot, Sunday morning express breakfast and a paint and sip for Sunday afternoon before departure. All inclusive package starts at $250 per couple. Dinner begins at 6 p.m. with the […]