The Watoga State Park Foundation is hosting a Star Party at Droop Mountain Battlefield State Park on Friday, September 2, 2022. Anyone is welcome to meet at the Droop Mountain Tower at 7:00 pm. Amatuer astronomers will be on hand to answer questions as they discuss various aspects of the night sky. Lodging is available […]
The Watoga State Park Foundation is hosting a Star Party at Droop Mountain Battlefield State Park on Friday, Sept. 2 from 7:30-11 p.m. Anyone is welcome to meet at the Droop Mountain Tower at 7:30 p.m. Amateur astronomers will be on hand to answer questions as they discuss various aspects of the night sky. This […]
Watoga Art in the Park is an annual celebration of Art, Music, Food, and Craft held Labor Day Weekend, Sept. 3-4, 2022 at West Virginia's largest state park, Watoga. The event will start Saturday at 10 a.m. and conclude at 5 p.m. on Sunday. Events will be held at the Watoga Picnic Shelter area. More […]
Watoga Art in the Park is an annual celebration of Art, Music, Food, and Craft held Labor Day Weekend, September 3-4, 2022 at West Virginia's largest state park, Watoga. The 2022 event will be Saturday, September 3rd beginning at 10:00 am and concluding at 6:00 pm. Sunday, September 4 activities begin at 10:00 am and […]
In its 15th year, Art in the Park provides access to fine artists located in the Berkeley Springs region. Nationally known artists exhibit at this event, and the best part is artisans are local residents. Shows are rain or shine from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. across the street from the Farmers Market. Art in […]
Just like the title says: Anything that Floats! Join in the fun at Beech Fork State Park at 12:00pm at the boat launch. Bring literally anything that floats you can boat on: air mattress, barrels, inflatables, duct tape and cardboard boats, kayaks, canoes, stand-up paddle boards…. whatever floats! We’ll launch from the Beech Fork State […]
Live birds of prey at Pipestem Resort State Park are presented by the Three Rivers Avian Center (TRACWV.org) on Sunday, September 4, 2022 at 1:00 p.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. The afternoon […]
CCC Tree Army Legacy of Labor Day 15K is Race #3 of the Kanawha State Forest Race series and is scheduled for Monday, September 5, 2022. You’ll find the course description at https://aptiming.com/race/event-info/1353. The race starts and finishes at Dunlop Hollow. The race starts at 9:00 a.m. Start at Dunlop Dunlop > Hard Road > […]
Mid-week activities September 6-8, 2022 at Blackwater Falls includes planned hiking, live music with Dustin McCray, and the opportunity to register for an All Day Trip for a train ride and evening Branson-style show. TUESDAY, September 6, 2022 Nature Center Open: 10:30 a.m. -4:30 p.m. 11:00 a.m. Meet the Coywolf Nature Film Join the staff […]
It’s that time of year for Drool in the Pool! A free dog-only swim at Chief Logan State Park on September 6, 2022 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Dogs must be accompanied and supervised by their humans at all times. Dogs should be up to date on vaccinations and have a good temperament and training […]
Mark your calendars and enjoy SeptemberFest at Blackwater Falls, Thursday, September 8 - Sunday, September 11, 2022. Stay three nights at a discounted rate at Blackwater Falls and take advantage of a full line up of activities and entertainment or pick and choose things to do at the 2022. The fun starts Thursday evening. THURSDAY, […]
Get an early start on a mini vacation at Blackwater Falls State Park with a Thursday evening of live music with artist Dustin McCray from Ireland, WV. Grab dinner in the Smokehouse Restaurant at Blackwater Falls Lodge and then wander to the conference center for a great evening of music. Dustin’s sound is pure, combining […]
Cacapon State Park focuses on the Monarch Butterfly in much of September with peak dates for the park area to see migration paths from September 14 - 16, 2022. While autumn is preparing for a color explosion and our state’s official butterfly begins the journey southward, enjoy these exceptional activities September 9 - 11, 2022. […]
Cacapon State Park focuses on the Monarch Butterfly in much of September. While autumn is reading for a color explosion and our state’s official butterfly begins the journey southward, enjoy these exceptional activities September 9 - 11, 2022. FRIDAY, September 9 10:00AM Ridge Trail Hike Take this moderate 1.5 mile hike & learn about the […]
SeptemberFest! A packed Friday, September 9, 2022 includes Swinging with Sinatra and Elvis show. Saturday features a charter trip to ride the Tygart Flyer and an evening show. September 10, 2022 is an invitation to exceptional fun. Check out these activities! FRIDAY, September 9, 2022 Nature Center Closed 9:00 a.m. Weather Video Join the staff […]
Friday afternoon is a fine time to be creative at Blackwater Falls! A very fine time on Friday, September 9, 2022. Art canvas, paints and supplies are part of and included in the Artist Paint-It Workshop at this 4:00 p.m. activity. Attendees will have professional instruction as you dive in and create an autumn scene […]
One of the most attended and highly praised evenings at state parks is when Lee Dean has performed as old blue eyes and the king. “Swinging with Sinatra and Elvis” is absolutely a great evening of music, entertainment and sheer fun for any and all ages. Make attending this show part of your visit at […]
SOLD OUT! Hawks Nest State Park's Farm-to-Table dinner featuring local produce and food products is scheduled for Sept. 10, 2022. This year's dinner will be at the park's Event Center, formerly known as the Hawk Nest Museum. This event venue is fully accessible and has plenty of parking. Reservations will be required and seating is […]
Girl Scouts Love State Parks is a nationwide event that introduces girls in the scouting program to environmental activities at state park host sites. North Bend State Park is a host site for the Black Diamond Council’s Girl Scouts Love State Parks day event on September 10, 2022. Girls will connect with nature in fun […]
Elk Management Tours in West Virginia are designed to learn about and visit where the reintroduction of elk in the Mountain State has occurred.. The three-to-four-hour activity begins at 5:30 a.m. at Chief Logan Lodge, Saturday, September 10, 2022. The tour ticket includes a light breakfast, “All About Elk” conversation, transportation to the elk translocation […]
Elk Management Tours in West Virginia are designed to learn about and visit where the reintroduction of elk in the Mountain State has occurred.. The three-to-four-hour activity begins at 5:30 a.m. at Chief Logan Lodge, Sunday, September 11, 2022. The tour ticket includes a light breakfast, “All About Elk” conversation, transportation to the elk translocation […]
A Falls Trail Hike and "Snakes Alive" are planned for Friday, September 16, 2022 at Twin Falls Resort State Park. Join Naturalist Tammy Cooper, NAI for the hike and as host for Snake Alive with Biologist Jim Fregonara with WVDNR. September 16, 2022 10:00am “Falls Trail Hike” Join the Naturalist on this 1.25-mile loop waterfall […]
Cacapon Resort's Farm-to-Table dinner is scheduled for Sept. 17, 2022 and will feature local produce and food products. Tickets are $45 and include tax and gratuity. Reservations are available for up to 50 diners. The dinner starts at 6:00 p.m. at Cacapon Lodge with musical entertainment for the festivities. For people that have not seen […]
Camp Creek State Park’s Fall Festival is Saturday, September 17, 2022. Always a great day to be at the park, this year you’ll find live music, a craft show, flea market, apple butter making and wagon rides to Campbell Waterfalls. Groups performing include Eddie Marrs from 10:00 am - Noon and Hidden Mountain Treasures, from […]
Join Naturalist Tammy Cooper, NAI for a pollinator program followed by a seed craft. She'll be at the nature center. Hope to see you there. September 17, 2022 Noon “Why Pollinators” This is an educational program geared to ages K-6, meet the Naturalist at the Nature Center to learn about pollinators, what it is and […]
Elk Management Tours in West Virginia are designed to learn about and visit where the reintroduction of elk in the Mountain State has occurred.. The three-to-four-hour activity begins at 5:30 a.m. at Chief Logan Lodge, Saturday, September 17, 2022. The tour ticket includes a light breakfast, “All About Elk” conversation, transportation to the elk translocation […]
Say goodbye to summer and hello to fall! Choose from a series of guided hikes on a variety of topics led by members of the Kanawha State Forest Foundation. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. with hikes setting foot at 9:00 p.m. on September 17, 2022. For additional information about the Margaret Denison Fall Nature Walks, […]
Come and go as you please to see the Glade Creek Gristmill at Babcock State Park inside and out. The miller will be on-hand for informal discussions about the history of this structure and how the mill works. Visit from 10:00 am to Noon or 1:00 to 6:00 pm. There is no fee to see […]
Live birds of prey at Tygart Lake State Park are presented by the Three Rivers Avian Center (TRAC) on Saturday, September 17, 2022 at 6:30 p.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. The evening […]
Live birds of prey at Tygart Lake State Park are presented by the Three Rivers Avian Center (TRAC) on Saturday, September 17, 2022 at 6:30 p.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. The evening […]
Tygart Lake State Park
“The Case of the Broken Cookie Jar” Before mom left for the day, the cookie jar was in one piece. Afterwards, it was broken! Can...
North Bend State Park
Three Rivers Avian Center (TRAC) is live at North Bend State Park on November 14th at 4PM. The educational birds are a great opportunity to...
