Events

Create and make stationary cards featuring forest animals. Local artists and volunteers will assist you at Cacapon Nature Center on Saturday, November 12, 2022 from 10:00-11:30 a.m. Cards are small windows of art that you can share with family and friends or preserve a memory for yourself. What a nice activity to do on a […]

Come out for an evening of sky-watching! Look through a computerized telescope at various celestial bodies including the moon, planets, galaxies, and more. Learn seasonal constellations and other cool facts about the night sky on November 12, 2022. Jupiter, Saturn, Mars, and the Peak of the Northern Taurid Meteors, Leonid Meteors (plus 2 other showers) […]

A weekend of ballroom dance returns to Pipestem Resort State Park Nov. 18-20, 2022 with dance instruction by Alicia Clark. The ballroom activities are in the Hudkins Conference Center at Pipestem's McKeever Lodge. The weekend activities include: Friday, Nov. 18, 2022 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.: Social w/ light snacks Pre-Lesson Warm-Up - Let's meet […]

Come out for an extra evening of sky-watching! Look through a computerized telescope at various celestial bodies including the moon, planets, galaxies, and more. Learn seasonal constellations and other cool facts about the night sky of November 19, 2022. Jupiter, Saturn, Mars, Leonid Meteors (plus 5 other showers) may be visible tonight. Cloudiness may reduce […]

Thanksgiving buffet at Blackwater Falls State Park on November 24, 2022 has all the fixings of a  food network menu with a healthy ladle of yum. The Smokehouse restaurant at Blackwater Falls  State Park has three seatings for Thanksgiving Dinner: Noon, 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.        Reservations are highly encouraged. Enjoy a […]

Traditional entrees with popular sides make for a memorable Thanksgiving buffet at Pipestem Resort State Park on Thursday, November 24, 2022. Buffet hours are from 11:30 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day. Reservations are highly encouraged. Enjoy Thanksgiving Day with family and friends at PIpestem Resort State Park. THANKSGIVING DAY BUFFETHerb Roasted Turkey BreastMaple-Brown […]

The Hickory Dining Room at Canaan Valley Resort features a Thanksgiving buffet on Thursday, November 24, 2022. The combination of an amazing menu and the scenic views of Canaan Valley from the restaurant is worth the trip and dining experience. There are two seating times: Noon and 5:00 p.m. Reservations are highly encouraged. The menu […]

November 24 is a day to give thanks which can include a traditional Thanksgiving meal at Hawks Nest State Park. The restaurant at Hawks Nest Lodge overlooks the New River area. The scenic views and the buffet planned are both exceptional. Thanksgiving dinner at Hawks Nest is by reservation only. There are two seating options: […]

Traditional Thanksgiving turkey or glazed baked ham is the Thanksgiving special at Twin Falls Restaurant, Thursday, November 24, 2022.   For the holiday, the dinner announcement includes choices of special sides of homemade pasta salad or sweet potatoes or order from the regular menu sides if you please.  Thanksgiving dinner special comes with a homemade […]

Thanksgiving is a special day to gather together. The Lodge Restaurant at Tygart Lake State Park is serving a traditional holiday meal to your table. A visit to the park on Thursday, November 24, 2022 from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day is a plated dinner. Reservations are required. Enjoy Thanksgiving Day with […]

Thanksgiving at North Bend is like coming home to enjoy a traditional holiday meal. A visit to the park on Thursday, November 24, 2022 will find a hot buffet from 11:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day. Enjoy Thanksgiving Day with family and friends at North Bend State Park. THANKSGIVING DAY BUFFETRoast Turkey and […]

Giving thanks on Thursday, November 24, 2022 can include a Thanksgiving Day Buffet at Chief Logan State Park Lodge. The buffet feast will take place from noon until 3 p.m. at the lodge restaurant. The Thanksgiving buffet features:Black Oak Tavern HamRoast Turkey & dressingMashed Potatoes & gravySweet PotatoesCranberry SaladGreen BeansCornAmbrosia SaladSalad BarFresh Baked BreadAssorted DessertsThe […]

Thanksgiving day buffet at Cacapon Resort State Park is a tradition and this year staged in the new restaurant location and design.From noon until 6:00 p.m. a holiday buffet is featured and reservations are highly recommended.You’ll find well prepared Thanksgiving favorites to encourage you to leave the cooking, baking and dishwashing to Cacapon State Park […]

Wednesday evening whispers to you to stay at Chief Logan Lodge and take advantage of a dinner buffet and enjoy a movie. Whispering Wednesday is a play on words and the name of Chief Logan Lodge Restaurant, Whispering Ridges. On Wednesday, November 30, 2022 stay overnight at the lodge paying standard rate without any discount […]

The holidays and the wonders of winter are approaching. Cass Scenic Railroad State Park is planning several family and holiday activities. Here's a list and we'll be adding details as we confirm times and arrivals for December 2 - 4, 2022. Friday Evening, December 2, 2022Visit with Santa Saturday Daytime Activities, December 3, 2022Santa's Workshop […]

Nature based activities and crafting is planned at Cacapon Resort State Park from December 3- 7, 2022. Unless indicated, join us at the Nature Center for some wintry fun and conversation about Cacapon. Saturday, December 3, 202210AM-11:30AMChristmas Crafting & CartoonsMake your own wood cookie craft! 1PM-3PMChristmas Crafts & CartoonsDon’t forget to reduce, reuse, & recycle […]

Ho-ho-hope youngsters visit Tygart Lake State Park on December 3, 2022. The annual Breakfast with Santa at The Lodge restaurant is planned. The jolly old elf enjoys meeting children and posing for photos. Also from 9:00 a.m. to noon Christmas-themed craft time is always a hit. Join naturalist Jacob Jackson and the holiday crew for […]

Humankind has had a long and interesting relationship with the full moon. It has cemented itsplace in folklore, acted as a signal for farmers and signified the changing of the seasons. The full moon of December is most commonly known as the Full Cold Moon. Spend the evening of Wednesday, December 7, 2022 exploring the […]

Nature based activities and crafting is planned at Cacapon Resort State Park from December 8 - 11 2022.  Unless indicated, join us at the Nature Center for some wintry fun and conversation about Cacapon. Thursday, December 8, 2022 Phases of the Moon Draw each phase of the moon and learn some fun facts about the […]

The 3rd annual Christmas Lights Celebration is planned and you’ll want to see the sparkle and whimsey at Cedar Creek State Park. The activities include a light display through the campground, pictures with Santa, and hot beverages. Cedar Creek State Park General Store and Log Cabin will be open for Christmas shopping during the light […]

Cass Scenic Railroad State Park has more family and holiday activities planned. Here's a list and we'll be adding details as we confirm times and arrivals for December 8 - 11, 2022. Visit Cass for a memorable holiday and Christmas experience. Friday Night Activities, December 9, 2022Holiday Trivia at Last RunVisit with Santa Saturday Daytime […]

Santa and Mrs.Claus will be stopping by the North Bend State Park Lodge for breakfast on their way to and from the North Pole from 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, December 10, 2022. Come and join them for breakfast or just stop by and have your picture taken. Don’t forget to tell the jolly […]

The jolly elf will be at Chief Logan Lodge on Saturday, December 10, 2022. Santa will be in the restaurant from Noon until 2:00 p.m.  Rudolph and the elves will be around also. Santa likes talking with youngsters and really enjoys having his picture taken with kids and don’t forget Rudolph and the elves. A […]

Santa is stopping at Twin Falls Resort State Park on December 10, 2022 at 7:00pm. Santa is hoping to visit with boys and girls in the Azalea Room. There will be cocoa and cookies to enjoy. He really likes to pose for photographs with children and better yet families. Bring your camera and holiday spirit. […]

Nature based activities and crafting is planned at Cacapon Resort State Park from December 12 - 15 2022. Unless indicated, join us at the Nature Center for some wintry fun and conversation about Cacapon. Monday, December 12, 202210:00AMAll about WoodpeckersLearn about their cool adaptations and how to identify them by sight and sound. Who is […]

The 3rd annual Christmas Lights Celebration is planned and you’ll want to see the sparkle and whimsey at Cedar Creek State Park. The activities include a light display through the campground, pictures with Santa, and hot beverages. Cedar Creek State Park General Store and Log Cabin will be open for Christmas shopping during the light […]

The Old Inn at Cacapon Resort will be decorated for Christmas and ready for pictures with Santa and morning crafts. Join the fun, merriment and music on Saturday, December 17, 2022. The afternoon includes caroling with a performance by the Morgan Community Band. There will be light refreshments and cookies. The Cacapon Foundation will have […]

Santa and Mrs. Claus are checking their travel calendar. They plan to visit Blackwater Falls State Park on December 17, 2022. As soon as the jolly elf knows what time he’ll be arriving to meet youngsters and pose for pictures, we’ll add that information here. Santa has sent a message to Blackwater Falls: “The Mrs. […]

The Smokehouse restaurant at Blackwater Falls State Park has a special Christmas Day dinner planned. There are three seating times: 2PM, 4PM, and 6PM and the menu is scrumptious. Turkey Noodle SoupSalad BarFresh Greens, Vegetable Salad BarDeviled Eggs EntreesTurkey Pot PieTavern Ham with bourbon cherriesBeef tips with egg noodlesSmoke SalmonSpinach Ravioli with Alfredo sauceMashed Potatoes […]