Events

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 […]

We are back! Countdown the old and ring in the New Year at North Bend State Park on Saturday, December 31, 2022 to bring in the new year.  Enjoy great food, live music and dancing, refreshments, and a champagne toast at midnight. A fun and entertaining atmosphere for all! Enjoy the musical stylings of The […]

Back to the ‘80s Bash sets the stage for New Year’s Eve at Pipestem Resort State Park. Food, refreshments, music and dancing leads to the midnight countdown.  You’ll want to make reservations for this party event held on Saturday, December 31, 2022 An overnight package for two nights at Pipestem Lodge (staying the nights of […]

Plan on spending New Year’s Eve night at Hawks Nest State Park. The newly remodeled lodge, a great dinner followed by socializing with music and appetizers and cocktails sets the stage to bring in 2023. Dinner is from 5:00 - 7:30 p.m. An appetizer choice leads to a wonderful dinner. Dinner entrees are a choice […]

Celebrate the arrival of a new year at Cacapon State Park.  Say farewell to 2022 on December 31 and welcome 2023.  Event tickets and overnight options are available.  Dance music with a DJ includes prizes, trivia, and a midnight champagne toast until 1:00 a.m.  A youth New Year’s Eve part is also planned. Call 304-258-1022 […]

Rockabilly New Year’s Eve: Blackwater Falls Grab your leather jacket or retro dress for this rockabilly New Year’s dance party at Blackwater Falls State Park!  Join the fun on Saturday, December 31, 2022 to bring in 2023 starting at 10:00 p.m.  It’s three hours of fun, dancing and bringing in the new year. Enjoy live […]

New Year’s Eve festivities return to Tygart Lake State Park on December 31, 2022! Come join us for a fun, family-friendly gathering at the Tygart Lake State Park Lodge. We will have Bingo, Pub Trivia, and door prizes, plus a midnight sparkling grape toast. Beer and wine available on request. The party starts at 9:30 […]

Top off 2022 with a delicious New Year’s Eve meal at Cacapon Resort State Park restaurant.From 5:00 unit 9:00 p.m. on December 31, 2022 consider making reservations to enjoy this menu: Prime Rib Carving StationSteamed ShrimpBourbon ChickenAsparagusBaby CarrotsGarden Salad BarChoice of Dessert Adult: $40, Children 12 and younger, $16. Reservations are strongly recommended.Call 304-258-1022 ext. […]

tep out in 2023 at Kanawha State Forest for a First Day Hike on January 1. Three separate hikes are planned and each hike begins at 1:00 p.m. The Spotted Salamander for differently abled persons(~0.25 miles) The CCC Snipe Trail or Davis Creek Trail (tbd) for a short hike (~2 miles) The Loop hike on […]

It may be a brisk January 1, 2023 at Cass. W.Va. but it doesn’t stop hikers from embracing a First Day Hike. Participants will gather at the Cass Company Store to organize and set foot at 1:00 p.m. for an out and back hike on the Greenbrier River Trail beginning from the Cass terminus at […]

When Naturalist Tammy Cooper says, "Rain, snow, cold. We go!’ you can bet that 2023 is going to be an awesome year to be outdoors. The First Day Hike on January 1, 2023 at Twin Falls Resort State Park will be on the Cliffside Trail and starting at 1:00 p.m. Arrival 10-15 minutes prior to […]

January 1, 2023 It will be a good morning to the new year at Cedar Creek State Park for a First Day Hike with Superintendent Ben Leedom and Assistant Superintendent Daniel Conrad. Leedom says: “Our morning will begin at 9:00 a.m. at the gray log cabin / campground check-in building located just before the campground […]

Take your first step into the New Year with a hike at Blackwater Falls State Park. The Naturalist will be with you to embrace the new year on a brisk wintry walk. Hike will likely start at the Sled Run parking area and walk along Forest Road 18 and Lindy Point Trail to one of […]

The 2023 First Day Hike is honoring our friend, volunteer, and mentor at Cacapon State Park: Clark A. Dixon, Jr.  He was an inspiration to us and everyone he met.  He would encourage you to step up and embrace nature and opportunities particularly hiking. To learn more about Clark Dixon, click here. Take your first step into the New […]

A hike on the School Bus Loop Trail on January 1, 2023 gets attendees up and moving into the new year. Join naturalist Jacob Jackon at 10:00 a.m. on January 1, 2023 for the annual First Day Hike at Tygart Lake State Park. Meet at the Campground. The hike is about two miles round trip […]

January 1 is a great day to visit Bluestone State Park and participate in a First Day Hike. Naturalist and educator Jonathan Lipscomb invites you to join him on a hike that includes Cabin and Big Pine Trails with a shuttle back to the top of the mountain.  This is a 2-½ mile hike and […]

Step out into a new year with a First Day Hike at Chief Logan State Park. It’s not a long hike but it is a hike to get outside and greet 2023 on January 1. Meet Naturalist Lauren Cole at the Museum in the Park at 10:00 a.m. for this guided hike on the easy […]

Greet 2023 with a hike at North Bend State Park. Naturalist Adam Wissner, NAI/CIG will welcome you at Shelter #3 at 1:00 p.m. Let’s bring in the new year by enjoying the Great Outdoors. Please dress for weather conditions. There is no charge to participate. Join us Participants receive a First Day Hike patch. Plan […]

First Day Hike:  Forks of Coal Natural Area A First Day Hike at the Claudia Workman Wildlife Education Center at the Forks of Coal State Natural Area is slated for 1:00 p.m. on January 1, 2023.  Meet retired WVDNR biologist Art Shomo at the visitors center to set foot into the new year.  Open to […]

Freeze-out / Ice Bowls are a winter escape for Disc Golf enthusiasts. Beech Fork State Park Foundation is sponsoring the January 14, 2023 Freeze-out Disc Golf Tournament. First round singles can buy mulligans and second round will be seeded doubles. Divisions are Pro Men, Pro Women, Amateur Men, Amateur Women, and Juniors Girls and Guys. […]

Are you a pattern partner dancer? If so then this package at Pipestem State Park January 20-22, 2023 is for you! A weekend of Pattern Partner dancing with instructor Karen Mudge includes a two-night lodging option package at Pipestem's McKeever Lodge. This two-night package for two individuals in a standard lodge room beginning on Friday […]

Winter Wonder Weekend at North Bend State Park returns and happening January 20-22, 2023. There are activities, snow or no snow, programs and good eats for folks staying the weekend or joining for the day. Adam Wissner and the staff at North Bend have given this special weekend a new twist that includes campfires and […]

Winter reveals nature: architectural branches and pockets of evergreen, discovery of tracks and how wildlife handles the cold and a renewed landscape perspective.  You’re invited to these activities January 20 - 23, 2023. There is no cost to attend unless indicated. FRIDAY, January 20, 2023   Nature Center Open: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. 9:30 a.m. […]

The Potomac Valley Master Naturalists invited one and all to an Open House at Cacapon Nature Center on January 21, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. This active chapter supports programs at the state park and invites you to the winter ‘meet and greet’ to learn more about the Master Naturalist program and activities at the state […]

An afternoon campfire at Blackwater Falls State Park has a new twist. Join the naturalist’s at the campfire ring at the nature center at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 21, 2023. In addition to some campfire songs and stories, you’ll get to work on and learn about Dutch oven cookery. This campfire features Chili and […]

Visit the Tom Ambrose Nature Center at Cacapon Resort State Park January 23-26, 2023! The nature center is a great stop for all ages, showcasing exhibits on the park history and the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) Camp Morgan 1934-41. Other West Virginia natural exhibits include an extensive taxidermy collection of wildlife- fish, birds, fox, bobcat, […]

Wintery activities at Blackwater Falls State Park, January 27 - 29, 2023 wind down the month of January. You’re invited to join in the fun and activities while visiting for the day or staying at the park. There is no cost to attend and activities begin or inside the nature center unless indicated. FRIDAY, January […]

The annual Shirley Schweizer Winter Walks event is planned for January 28, 2023 beginning at 1:00 p.m. at the forest headquarters/nature center. Join park staff, volunteers and Kanawha State Forest Foundation folks and enjoy an afternoon outdoors. You’ll have the opportunity to learn about wildlife in winter, trees, ferns and flora in the winter season, […]

Starry Saturday Night on January 28, 2023 is a Green Comet Special! This is your chance to get a good look at C/2002 E3 (Z.T.F.) before it is gone for another 50,000 years! Meet Naturalist Lauren Cole at Chief Logan Lodge at 6:30PM at the outdoor fire pit area. Lauren will be there from 6:30 […]