Events

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 […]

The Mary Ingles Trail Associates (MITA) presents the 2022 "Legacy of Mary Ingles" encampment and living history event. This year marks the 267th anniversary of Mary Ingles' odyssey in 1755 as she was captured by, and escaped from, Shawnee Native Americans. The Mary Ingles Trail Associates (MITA) presents a historical encampment based on research of […]

The National Wild Foods Association’s annual Nature Wonder Weekend at North Bend State Park is brimming with richness in wild edibles – many are in your backyard. This weekend, September 16-18, 2022, is devoted to nature and includes featured leaders, teachers and authors: Vicky Shufer of Virginia Beach, a therapeutic herbalist and David Hawkins of […]

Wild at Home! The 53rd annual Nature Wonder Weekend at North Bend State Park is September 16-18, 2022. Learn about your favorite wild edibles in your own backyard. North Bend’s weekend program is a foragers paradise where you can discover a richness in Nature’s simplicity. Edible wild floods and experienced leaders make this weekend wonderful. […]

Mid-September at Cacapon State Park invites visitors to enjoy the weather and activities September 16-19, 2022. While autumn is welcoming a color explosion, the park enjoys Monarch butterfly migration, Pet-A-Palooza, clouds and bird watching. Join us. FRIDAY, September 16, 2022 10:00AM Ridge Trail Hike Enjoy the view along this 1.5 mile moderate hike. Learn about […]

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 […]

West Virginia's newest Marathon/Half Marathon/5K along the Elk River Trail starting/returning from Dundon Field in Clay, WV is Sunday, September 18, 2022. All finishers will receive: High Quality Race Shirt An awesome finisher medal Tagged pictures to be posted the same day as the race Refreshments post race (water, snacks) Opportunity to run on a […]

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 18, 2022. The tour ticket includes a light breakfast, “All About Elk” conversation, transportation to the elk translocation […]

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 […]

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. on September 18, 2022. There is […]

Carnifex Civil War Battlefield Tour, 1 mile easy walk is a step back in time at a place where history happened in 1861. Walk the battlefield site, cemetery, and see the Patterson house to learn more about what happened here during the Civil War. Meet at the Patterson House at 3:00 p.m. on September 18, […]

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, September 18, 2022. The tour ticket includes an afternoon snack, “All About Elk” conversation, transportation to the elk translocation site, […]

Monarch Migration continues and programming at Cacapon State Park, September 21 - 22, 2022 features the insects of moths and butterflies and their habitats. If you can’t attend the programs, do visit the nature center which is open daily from 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. All programs start from the nature center unless indicated. WEDNESDAY, […]

Meet in the park headquarters parking area for a Country Roads Walk, 1.5 miles easy walk. Explore the area’s pre-park history on this walk to old farm sites, foundations, and more, painting a picture of the past this September 22, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. Plan on a pleasant walk with naturalist Bob Duffy. Celebrate Appalachian […]