Events

Moths of the New River Gorge is a Spring Fling activity! Learn about and see moths of the New River Gorge. Get started with an indoor presentation in the Hawks Nest State Park conference room and then move outside to see moths attracted by artificial lights. Bring a flashlight/headlamp, magnifying glass, and camera with flash […]

Earth Day!  Cacapon wraps her arms around Mother Earth on this day.  Join Naturalists Valerie Chaney and Allen Miller, volunteers and special guests on April 22, 2023.  Activities planned for all ages include live music, Smokey Bear arrival, and more.     For more information email Valerie.L.Chaney@wv.gov or go to Cacapon State Park Foundation Facebook page for […]

Join us on Earth Day at North Bend State Park to give back to the public lands that provide us with recreation, relaxation, and restoration. Lend a hand with a little spring sprucing up for 2023. Superintendent Kelsey Gilbert and Chris Lang will meet volunteers and organize the event. Trash and debris pick up, possible […]

Earth Day! April 22, 2023 at Blackwater Falls State Park will be a very special day for twelve youth taking advantage of a day-camp of nature-based activities. Open to ages 9 - 12, the day begins at 9:00 a.m. with a meet and greet at the nature center and then the adventure begins. The day […]

Celebrate April with a Saturday morning bird walk. Renowned birder Joey Herron will lead the public on the annual rite of passage - birding at the fort. This activity is at Prickett’s Fort State Park on Saturday, April 22, 2023. The Visitor Center is the location and bird walk begins at 8:00AM and will conclude […]

An “out of this world” Earth Day activity at Chief Logan State Park lodge is an eyes to the sky experience. The Lyrids Meteor Shower is occurring with showers around 20mph and observation of Mars, Mercury, Venus and the Moon. Moon pies are also available. About the Lyrids Meteor ShowAccording to NASA, The Lyrids meteor […]

Old Growth Nature Trek is a Spring Fling activity! Trek to an old-growth hemlock-oak forest along Pierson-Hollow at Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park on Sunday, April 23, 2023. You’ll encounter other habitats in the park to discover warblers, other wildlife, and plants on this moderate hike. Binoculars are recommended. We’ll meet at the Patterson House […]

The historic attractions at Prickett’s Fort State Park open for the 2023 season. Tours, events, and historic arts education workshops are offered from April 24 to October 29, 2023. Complete history, events, summer concerts, foundation functions, fort admission, and workshop information is available on the Pricketts Fort Memorial Foundation website. For more information about Prickett’s […]

The merry month of May is fast approaching as we bid farewell to April. Join in these activities at Cacapon Resort State Park, April 26 - 30, 2023. Activities are conducted or begin at the nature center unless noted. Thursday, April 27, 202310:30AMWoodpecker WowListen to a variety of local woodpecker sounds and learn some fun […]

Chief Logan State Park invites you to the Tree-mendous Fun for Arbor Day on Friday April 28, 2023 at 4:00p.m. Meet at the Museum in the Park at Chief Logan State Park. We'll walk on the museum grounds and the Fitness Trail to learn about common trees that grow in West Virginia. We’ll identify many […]

WV Master Naturalist Certification Course is a Spring Fling activity! Learn about salamanders and species that live in the New River Gorge in this West Virginia Master Naturalist elective certification course. This activity is classroom work plus a field session. The course begins at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday April 29, 2023 at Hawks Nest Lodge […]

The race is held the last Saturday in April each year along the Greenbrier River Trail State Park. With great prizes, live music and good food, the event attracts a loyal following of racers and fans. Originally a team event with four members, canoeists, bicyclist and runner, the race has now attracted many people who […]

Celebrate the joys of spring with a Saturday morning bird walk. Renowned birder Joey Herron will lead the public on the annual rite of passage - birding at the fort.  This activity is at Prickett’s Fort State Park on Saturday, April 29, 2023.   The Visitor Center is the location and bird walk begins at 8:00AM […]

Everyone’s a suspect at this Murder Mystery at Blackwater Falls State Park on Saturday, April 29, 2023. Will you be the person to figure out who did what? This evening is a Deadly Reception. When you arrive you’ll find Washington Socialite Elizabeth Crandall hosting a wedding reception for her dear friend Senator Dan Drewnell and […]

Babcock Birds & Blooms Walk is a Spring Fling activity! Stroll the habitat along Glade Creek at Babcock State Park on Sunday, April 30, 2023 to discover the variety of nature found along this forested mountain stream, including spring beauties and hear songsters of the black-throated blue warblers. Some nature watching tools will be available […]

May! Hikes, flowers blooming and fun activities about clouds, mammals and more. Join in these activities at Cacapon Resort State Park, May 1 - 5, 2023. Activities are conducted or begin at the nature center unless noted. Monday, May 1, 202310:00AMTai ChiThis class will help increase balance, flexibility, andfocus on connection to mind, body, & […]

Hawks Nest History Revealed is a Spring Fling activity! Join Park Superintendent Joe Baughman at Hawks Nest State Park main overlook on Tuesday, May 2, 2023. There is ample parking on both sides of Route 60. Please be mindful of vehicular traffic when crossing the highway. Enjoy a lively conversation about how Hawks Nest came […]

Celebrate May with a Saturday morning bird walk. Renowned birder Joey Herron will lead the public on the annual rite of passage - birding at the fort.  This activity is at Prickett’s Fort State Park on Wednesday, May 3, 2023.   The Visitor Center is the location and bird walk begins at 8:00AM and will conclude […]

Celebrate April with a Saturday morning bird walk. Renowned birder Joey Herron will lead the public on the annual rite of passage - birding at the fort. This activity is at Prickett’s Fort State Park on Wednesday, May 3, 2023. The Visitor Center is the location and bird walk begins at 8:00AM and will conclude […]

The eight mile “Walk Between the Parks” is scheduled for Saturday, May 6, 2023 from 9:00AM until 4:00PM and will highlight additional activities. Other activities include the “Walk-a-Mile” contest, alternative (shorter, interpretive) walks. The registration fee includes an event memento, cookout lunch (halfway point on the “Walk Between the Parks”) and shuttle service from Canaan […]

Always the first Saturday in May at Valley Falls State Park. Run or hike a gorgeous and challenging 5.25 mile loop with 750' of elevation gain. Amazing locally made awards. It’s  not an easy course!  EHQ (Endurance Headquarters.com) started in 2019 to provide epic running adventures in the beautiful West Virginia hills while supporting amazing charities. […]

The annual Heirloom Plant Sale is provided by the Marion County Extension Master Gardeners on Saturday, May 6, 2023 from 10:00AM until 2:00PM. All proceeds from the sale of plants go to maintaining the gardens at Prickett’s Fort State Park. This activity is free and open to the public. Regular admission to enter the fort. […]

Kanawha State Forest is hosting an Irish Road Bowling competition on Saturday May 6, 2023 and this event is sponsored by the West Virginia Irish Road Bowling Association. The event begins at 1:00 p.m. with more details to follow as the event approaches. About Road Bowling in West Virginia: Since its start in the village […]

Starry Saturday Night on May 6, 2023 is an Eta Aquarids Special! Meet Naturalist Lauren Cole at Chief Logan Lodge at the outdoor fire pit area on May 6, 2023. Lauren will be there from 8:30 - 10:00pm Look through a computerized telescope at various celestial bodies including the moon, planets, galaxies, and more. Learn […]

The 31st annual West Virginia Public Employees Golf Tournament is scheduled for May 8, 2023 at Pipestem Resort State Park. Open to current or retired federal, state, city, county, and public education employees. A shotgun start at 9:00am on the Championship Course at Pipestem Resort promises a great day of golf. The $60 per person […]

Celebrate May with a Saturday morning bird walk. Renowned birder Joey Herron will lead the public on the annual rite of passage - birding at the fort.  This activity is at Prickett’s Fort State Park on Wednesday, May 10, 2023.  This is the final walk of four walks scheduled. The Visitor Center is the location and […]

Bluegrass bands from throughout the wild and wonderful state of West Virginia, as well as from the surrounding region will be performing at North Bend State Park. Since 1995 North Bend State Park has hosted this great outdoor event. May 12 and 13, 2023 marks the 28th year.We hope to see you. There are two […]

Join Three Rivers Avian Center Saturday, May 13, 2023 from 9:00am to 5:00pm for this free family friendly event celebrating the return of our Springtime birds and the West Virginia ecosystems they live in. Migration Celebration is one of many events that make up Spring Fling, coordinated by the National Park Service.  Three Rivers Avian […]

Birds, Neotropical Migrants of the New River Gorge is a Spring Fling activity! Hike the Fisherman’s Trail at Hawks Nest Lake in search of spring’s migrating birds. See neotropical migrants that use this rich habitat for breeding and also as a stopover on their way to breeding grounds farther north. Bring binoculars if you have […]

Meet and visit with renowned birder and photographer Joey Herron.  He will have some of his best photography for sale, along with his book and wildlife photos at Prickett's Fort State Park on Saturday, May 13, 2023. Located at the Visitors Center this event is free to attend and open to the public from 10:00AM […]