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SUMMARY:Mid-week July Farewell: Cacapon
DESCRIPTION:Unique programs at Cacapon include Kayaking 101\, tie-dye and All about Bats. Join Naturalist Valerie Chaney and summer team\, Garrett\, Allen and Mary and park volunteers at the nature center (unless another location is indicated)\, July 26-28\, 2022. \nTuesday\, July 26\, 2022\n9:30AM\nKayaking 101\nLearn basic kayak safety and enjoy a naturalist guided tour of the lake. Meet at boat docks. Kayaks are limited to ten. $5 each. RSVP to cacaponnaturecenter@gmail.com/ or first come first serve. \n1:00PM\nWEST VIRGINIA SNAKES\nLearn the difference\nbetween venomous and non-venomous snakes. Coloring activity. *no live snakes* YPP \n2:30PM\nNON-NATIVE INVASIVES\nPlants Discover what plants are hurting our park and what you can do to help. \nWednesday\, July 27. 2022\n2:30PM\nCACAPON TIE-DYE\nMake your own Cacapon Resort State Park tie dye T-shirt! $10 (Fee includes shirt and all supplies for the artsy creation.) \nGuest Naturalist\n8:30PM\nALL ABOUT BATS\nJoin guest naturalist\, Aubrey Bartman\, from Coopers Rock State Forest. Her program includes use of an echolocator that identifies different species calls. Her passion for bats comes from first hand experience with bat studies. Her program includes anatomy of a bat\, how to get a bat out of the house\, plans for building bat boxes\, and white-nose syndrome\, a devastating disease causing bat populations to decline. If you have not visited Coopers Rock State Forest\, Aubrey welcomes the conversation about the forest\, trails and history. \nThursday\, July 28\, 2022\n9:15AM\nPADDLE BOAT & BIRDING\nMeet at the boat dock rentals for a morning of lake views\, binoculars provided. First come-first serve $5 \n1:00PM\nOur WV OWL PALS\nDiscover the variety of owls by sight and sound! What do they eat? Find out by dissecting an owl pellet! Will there be bones and hair or seeds and grass? YPP \n2:30PM\nMAGNIFICENT MONARCHS\nDiscover the monarchs many life stages and life journey. Explore the milkweed for eggs and caterpillars. We’ll check our pollinator plot for caterpillars. \nMark you calendars for these upcoming events:\nJuly 29-Snakes Alive with Biologist Jim Fregonara\nJuly 30-Flying Squirrels presentation\nAugust 13-Champion liar\, storyteller\, author Bil Lepp is in the house!\nAugust 20-National Honey Bee Day (live bees presentation) \nVisit the Tom Ambrose Nature Center! The nature center is a great stop for all ages\, showcasing exhibits on the park’s history and the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) Camp Morgan 1934-41. \nOther West Virginia natural exhibits include an extensive taxidermy collection of wildlife- fish\, birds\, fox\, bobcat\, mountain lion\, deer\, elk\, and eastern grey wolf! Also\, hands-on sand displays for wildlife tracks and a new geology interactive map to design your own mountains\, rivers and lakes. Take a park naturalist guided hike or join the daily activities! The Nature Center is open daily from 9AM-5PM. \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/mid-week-july-farewell-cacapon/
LOCATION:Cacapon Resort State Park\, United States
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SUMMARY:Mid-week Farewell July: Bluestone
DESCRIPTION:Bluestone State Park offers a variety of nature-oriented activities July 27-28\, 2022. From Giant Bubbles to weekly campfire program\, Naturalist Jonathan Lipscomb invites family and friends to participate in outdoor fun. Activities are open to the public and free to attend unless there is a craft fee. \nWednesday July 27\, 2022\n1:00-2:30pm\nChalk Art\nJoin me at the Meador bathhouse to create sidewalk chalk art \n3-5 pm\nGiant Bubbles and Water Rockets\nJoin me at the Meador bathouse to play with some amazing bubbles and launch water rockets. This is a favorite time at Bluestone making ginormous bubbles and walking into them. We’ll learn a little science while we’re at play. It’s a great family activity and exceptionally fun for kiddos. \n6pm\nPrimitive Fire Starting\nNaturalist Jonathan is a bit of a heritage arts person. Meet him at the fire shelter behind the activities building to learn the basics of flint and steel fire starting. *ypp \n7-9pm\nWeekly Campfire\nJoin me at the fire shelter below the activities building to swap stories\, relax\, and learn basic campfire cooking skills. Cooking skills includes creating food. Servings are $1 each \nThursday – July 28\, 2022\n9-11am\nFishing\nFind Naturalist Jonathan at the fishing pier below the office to learn about fishing and the aquatic wildlife in our park. Bring a pole or borrow one of ours. Children under 15 are free all others need a fishing license which can be purchased at wvfish.com *ypp \n1-3pm\nNature Hike\nMeet at the office to take a hike along the beautiful Big Pine Trail. This is a 2.5 mile (each way) hike along one of our ridges. Long pants\, closed-toed shoes\, and water are strongly recommended. *ypp \n4-5pm\nBird House Building\nThis is a great activity. This program starts at the activities building in the pines to build a birdhouse. Houses will be hung around the park for our feathered friends at Bluestone OR you can take the craft home for $10. *ypp \n*ypp are young people for parks programs. These programs are focused on fun education for ages 6-16. However\, all ages are welcome to attend. \n** All children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/mid-week-farewell-july-bluestone/
LOCATION:Bluestone State Park\, H.C. 78\, Box 3\, Hinton\, WV\, 25951\, United States
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SUMMARY:Farewell July Activities + Moth Night:  Holly River
DESCRIPTION:Naturalist Jane Birdsong invites one and all to activities at Holly River State Park July 27 – 31\, 2022. This is National Moth Week and there are four “moth night” activities at Holly River. Attendance is free. Participation is fun. Because\, by golly\, it’s Holly! \nWEDNESDAY – July 27\, 2022\n9:30 pm\nMOTH NIGHT is at Campground 1 on Wednesday. Look for the illuminated white sheet\, as we hope to attract some of the largest and most interesting night flying insects. (YPP) \nTHURSDAY – July 28\, 2022\nSpecial Program!\n2 pm\nSTORYTELLER\nLinda Durett will present a historical adventure as “Station Master’ on the Underground Railroad\, helping enslaved people escape bondage\, while traveling the Staunton > Parkersburg Turnpike. Meet her in the Old Pavilion. \n4 pm\nARCHERY\nLearn to hold a bow\, load arrows\, target shoot & long shots. Look for the naturalist at the archery range in the game field across from the office. \n10 pm\nMOTH NIGHT is at Campground 2 on Thursday.\nLook for the illuminated white sheet\, as we hope to attract some of the largest and most interesting night flying insects. (YPP) \nFRIDAY\, JULY 29\, 2022\n10 am\nSNAKES\nWhich 2 are venomous? Learn to identify the copperhead and rattlesnake with authentic replicas\, and why we consider all snakes very helpful. Balli Shelter (YPP) \n2 pm\nBLACK BEARS\nLearn amazing things about our largest WV mammal. (YPP) Meet the Naturalist in Windy Gap Schoolyard to play a game where YOU are the bear. \n4 pm\nARCHERY\nLearn to hold a bow\, load arrows\, target shoot & long shots. Look for the naturalist at the archery range in the game field across from the office. \n10 pm\nMOTH NIGHT\nMoth Night is at Campground 3 on Friday.\nLook for the illuminated white sheet\, as we hope to attract some of the largest and most interesting night flying insects. (YPP) \nSATURDAY\, JULY 30\, 2022\n10 am\nHIKE HIGH ROCK TRAIL\nMeet the naturalist on the office porch at 9:45 am or at the bridge between the tennis court and Cabin 9 at 10 am. Bring water\, wear sturdy shoes. Hiking sticks or trek poles are helpful. This is a beautiful hike. 1 ½ – 2 hours. \n2 pm\nSPECIAL PROGRAM\nTHREE RIVERS AVIAN CENTER\nTRAC presents the “Wings of Wonder – Birds of Prey” program in the Anderson Center at 2:00\, July 30\, 2022. We ‘ll see at least six live educational birds as Ron and Wendy talk about each raptor\, their habitats and habits. Don’t miss this presentation. Questions are welcomed. Open to the public. No fee to attend. Family and youth friendly. Sorry\, no pets at the program. (YPP) \n4 pm\nARCHERY\nLearn to hold a bow\, load arrows\, target shoot & long shots. Look for the naturalist at the archery range in the game field across from the office. \n10 pm\nMOTH NIGHT is at Campground 4 on Saturday.\nLook for the illuminated white sheet\, as we hope to attract some of the largest and most interesting night flying insects. (YPP) \nSUNDAY\, July 31\, 2022\n10 am\nTREE ID WALK\nMeet Jane the Naturalist on the office porch for a short stroll around the building to learn some of our Holly River trees by leaf shape and bark. Make a rubbing of your favorites to take home. (YPP) \nAll Naturalist Programs at Holly River State Park are FREE to everyone! YPP (Young People for Parks) encourages youth of ages 6 – 16 to go outdoors and explore nature in our state parks. Completion of 3 naturalist programs in one week will earn a certificate; completion of 5 YPP programs will earn a patch. \nIf you are interested in learning more about the WV Master Naturalist Program\, Naturalist Jane is involved and an active member. She can answer your questions. \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/farewell-july-activities-moth-night-holly-river/
LOCATION:Holly River State Park\, United States
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SUMMARY:All About Bats: Cacapon
DESCRIPTION:Bats are amazing mammals that fly. They are a highly effective natural form of insect control. Studies have shown that bats can catch and consume large quantities of insects. A little brown bat can catch 500 mosquitoes per hour and big brown bats are estimated to consume up to 3\,000 to 5\,000 insects in a single night! \nJoin guest naturalist Aubrey Bartman from Coopers Rock State Forest for an evening program “All About Bats” on July 27\, 2022 at 8:00 p.m. Bartman’s program includes use of an echolocator that identifies different species calls. Her passion for bats comes from first hand experience with bat studies. Her program includes anatomy of a bat\, how to get a bat out of the house\, plans for building bat boxes\, and white-nose syndrome\, a devastating disease causing bat populations to decline. \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/all-about-bats-cacapon/
LOCATION:Cacapon Resort State Park\, United States
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SUMMARY:Lou Mauiri-Still Dancin': Blackwater Falls
DESCRIPTION:​​Dancing with “Lou Mauiri” is back and happening in 2022 at Blackwater Falls State Park on July 27 at 7:30 p.m. at Blackwater Falls Lodge.\nLou Mauiri is a West Virginia icon and proof that dancing keeps you ​spry and ​young at heart. \nLou Maiuri was born in 1928 in Montgomery\, WV. The 93 year old is an award-winning flatfoot/clog dancer and square dance caller. Lou is also a recipient of the Vandalia Award\, the highest folk honor given in state of West Virginia. Move to the traditional commands of West Virginia’s oldest professional square caller with some squares\, two step and simple line dance. Fun for the entire Family. Lou is also an avid hunter and canner of all things vegetable from his garden. \nIndividuals with two left feet will have no problem. Dancing shoes are not required. Join us for a few hours of fun. There is no fee to attend. \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/lou-mauiri-still-dancin-blackwater-falls/
LOCATION:Blackwater Falls State Park\, United States
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SUMMARY:Farm-to-Table: Holly River
DESCRIPTION:A new moon on July 28\, 2022 welcomes you to dining at Holly River State Park’s Farm-to-Table dinner. \nFeaturing locally sourced produce and products\, attendees in addition to an amazing dinner may take advantage of learning about planting crops by the moon phases from master naturalist Jane Birdsong and other activities planned during the weekend. A new moon is a waxing moon and annual flowers and fruits and vegetables that bear crops above the ground fare better planted between a new moon and a full moon. \nThe Farm-to-Table dinner at Holly River is the first of several unique dinners planned at many of West Virginia’s state parks. Watch for details added closer to this unique dining experience and for other Farm-to-Table dinner dates and locations. \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/farm-to-table-holly-river/
LOCATION:Holly River State Park\, United States
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SUMMARY:July Farewell: Twin Falls
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to these nature programs at Twin Falls Resort State Park July 28-29\, 2022. Activities begin at the nature center unless indicated. The nature center is open Thursday – Saturday from 3-7PM and Sunday from 3-6PM. \nThursday – July 28\, 2022\n3:30 pm\nFalls Trail Hike (YPP)\nMeet at the Trailhead\nTake a trip through the woods and add a little learning to it. Learn about the woods around you and a little history about the park while out there. \n6:00 pm\nTurtle Talk (YPP)\nHeld at the Lodge in the old Lobby\nWest Virginia has a wide variety of turtle species within the state. Join the Seasonal Naturalist in a short talk about these amazing creatures. Participants will receive a coloring sheet and take a pledge at the end of the talk. \nFriday – July 29\, 2022\n3:30 pm: Pollinators (YPP)\nMeet at the Nature Center\nPollinators are important for so many reasons. Taking a walk to the pollinator field we will learn a little about what they do. Also we learn about what types for pollinators you can find here. \n6:30\nButterfly Craft (YPP)\nHeld in the Old lobby at the Lodge\nLearn all about a wide variety of butterfly species that can be found here in the park. \nYPP is the Young People for Parks program for youth 6-16 years of age. However\, all programs are open to any age. Public welcome. Fee free. \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/july-farewell-twin-falls/
LOCATION:Twin Falls Resort State Park\, United States
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SUMMARY:Farewell to July Activities: Pipestem
DESCRIPTION:Activities and programs July 27 – 31\, 2022 at Pipestem vary from a Moth Night and a craft show to how to plan and prep for a hike. The nature center is open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. There is no charge to participate in activities unless indicated Activities begin at the Nature Center unless indicated. Public and park guests are welcomed. \nThursday\, July 28\, 2022\n9:15 PM\nMoth Night\nMeet Julie at the Nature Center for some moth watching. She will have a black light and white sheet set up to attract moths. Bring a flashlight and don’t forget your phone or camera to capture the moth moments. You may also want to bring a chair if you have one. In the event of rain this program may have to be cancelled. (1 hour) YPP \nFriday\, July 29\, 2022\n10:00 AM\nPlan a Hike\nMeet Bob at the Nature Center for ideas about what to prepare for when you plan a hike. Maps will be available if you have questions about what trail may be best for you. Bob is an entertaining speaker. Be prepared to enjoy this program. YPP \n5:30 PM\nAn Extraordinary Ordinary Moth\nMeet Julie in the Activity Shelter behind the Nature Center to hear a storybook story about a moth. Then color a picture of a moth any color you want. A great activity for kids or adults who love moths. YPP \nSaturday\, July 30\, 2022\n9:00 AM – 3:00 PM\nCraft Show/Flea Market: Pipestem\nSummer fun includes outdoor shopping at a craft show/flea-style market at Pipestem Resort State Park on Saturday July 30\, 2022. Located at the Amphitheater parking lot\, the market is from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. The event is open to the public to attend and check out the wares. There is no charge to attend. \nInterested vendors should contact Nicole Miller at nicole.m.miller@wv.gov to register. Vendors may set up starting at 7:30 a.m. Vendor set up fee is $25 for a 9×18 space. Space must be reserved in advance. \n10:00 AM\nDogwood Hike\nMeet Bob at the Nature Center for a little exercise while hiking along the Dogwood Trail. (1 hour) \n2:00 PM\nNature Hunt\nMeet Bob at the Nature Center. He will hand out a list of objects outside to look for in Nature. (1/2 – 1 hour) YPP \n5:30 PM\nHummingbirds: Magic in the Air\nMeet Julie at the Activity Shelter behind the Nature Center to talk about this amazing little bird and hopefully view some at the feeder. YPP \nSunday\, July 31\, 2022\n8:30 AM\nSunday Service- Join us at the Amphitheater for Sunday Service. \n10:00 AM\nCountry Roads Walk\nMeet Bob at Park Headquarters to walk along the road and into the woods to learn some pre-park history. \n9:15 PM\nMoth Night\nMeet Julie at the Nature Center for some moth watching. She will have a black light and white sheet set up to attract moths. Bring a flashlight and don’t forget your phone or camera to capture the moth moments. You may also want to bring a chair if you\nhave one. In the event of rain this program may have to be cancelled. (1 hour) YPP \nNational Moth Week at Pipestem\nNational Moth Week celebrates the beauty\, life cycles\, and habitats of moths. “Moth-ers” of all ages and abilities are encouraged to learn about\, observe and document moths in their backyards\, parks\, and neighborhoods. National Moth Week is being held\, worldwide\, during the last full week of July. NMW offers everyone\, everywhere a unique opportunity to become a Citizen Scientist and contribute scientific data about moths. Through partnerships with major online biological data depositories\, NMW participants can help map moth distribution and provide needed information on other life history aspects around the globe. \nPipestem’s Moth Night are on Saturday\, July 30 and Sunday\, July 31\, 2022 \nBaby Deer (fawns) say: “Don’t “Rescue” me!\n“My mother may leave me alone for long periods of time\, sometimes hours or even all day. Even if you don’t see my mother nearby\, I don’t need to be “rescued”. Please give me some space and do not disturb me.” \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/farewell-to-july-activities-pipestem/
LOCATION:Pipestem Resort State Park\, United States
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SUMMARY:July Finale': Coopers Rock
DESCRIPTION:July is coming to an end at Coopers Rock State Forest but we’re still exploring the forest and its diversity. Join Naturalist and Certified Interpretive Guide Aubrey Bartman for these nature-based activities planned on July 29-31\, 2022.. Participation in any or all hikes and activities is without cost\, however children must be accompanied by an adult. \nJuly 29\, 2022 – Friday\n4:00 PM\nMACRO FUN!\nMeet at the Reservoir Parking Area across from McCollum Campground to learn about tiny invertebrates in the reservoir! What animals that lack a backbone will we discover? \nJuly 30\, 2022 – Saturday\n6:30 PM\nCAMPFIRE FUN\nMeet at the Camp Store in McCollum Campground and sing songs\, tell stories and have fun. \nJULY 31\, 2022 – Sunday\n2:30 PM\nWILDLIFE IN COOPERS ROCK STATE FOREST\nGather at the Trading Post to learn about the wildlife you may see in the forest. We make learning fun. \nWhen visiting Coopers Rock State Forest and the Bruceton Mills and Morgantown area\, take time to visit the Museum of Geology & Natural History. It is located at 1 Mont Chateau Road\, Morgantown. Open from 8:00 AM until 4:00 PM Monday through Friday. Admission is free and there are dinosaur bones and if you like geology – this is a very cool place to visit. \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/july-finale-coopers-rock/
LOCATION:Coopers Rock State Forest\, 61 County Line Dr.\, Bruceton Mills\, WV\, 26525\, United States
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SUMMARY:Great Weekend Activities: Cacapon
DESCRIPTION:Weekend activities at Cacapon Resort State Park include tye-die\, moths\, a night hike\, and campfire fun. A special presentation\, Snakes of WV with a guest biologist\, is featured on Saturday. Join Naturalist Valerie Chaney and summer team\, Garrett\, Allen and Mary and park volunteers at the nature center (unless another location is indicated)\, July 29-31\, 2022. \nFriday\, July 29. 2022\n10:00AM\nLEAVE NO TRACE\nJoin special guest Susan Parker with WVDEP for a fun time learning how to help recreate responsibility in our public lands. YPP \n1:00PM\nOUR WV CLOUDS\nLook up! What type of cloud do you see? Join seasonal naturalists to learn about some common clouds. YPP \n2:30PM\nSEEDS OF HISTORY\nLearn about our rich Appalachian subsistent past in our CCC heritage garden. YPP \n4:00-6:000PM\nWELCOME TO CACAPON!\nMeet the Park Naturalist at the lodge to answer any general park questions you may have or find out what amazing recreation and nature activities Cacapon has to offer. Welcome to Cacapon Resort State Park! \nSPECIAL GUEST & PROGRAM\n7:30PM\nSNAKES ALIVE!\nJoin WVDNR Biologist to learn all about non-venomous and venomous snakes. Get a close look at a variety of snakes at the park gazebo\, near nature center. \n8:30-10PM\nBLACK LIGHT MOTH STUDY\nThis is national moth week! Learn and discover a variety of moths outside the nature center this evening. Bring your camera or smartphone and snap a image. We’ll identify as many as we can and if we’re stumped having a photo can help us research the answer. \nSaturday\, July 30\, 2022 \n9:30AM\nCACAPON CAMPFIRE\nJoin us for a morning of learning how to start a primitive campfire by using flint and steel. Campfire pancakes cooked on a cast iron griddle can be sampled (one per person/first come first served) \n1:00PM\nMILKWEED MANIA\nDid you know that milkweed is the only plant monarchs will lay their eggs on? Find out more and receive a free milkweed plant. Supplies limited\, first come first served. \n2:30PM\nCACAPON TYE-DYE\nMake your own Cacapon Resort State Park tie dye T-shirt! $10 \n7:00PM\nFLYING SQUIRRELS\nJoin Dr. Peggy Shaw-McBee for a power point presentation at Cacapon Lodge (not the nature center).. She is an Ohio certified volunteer naturalist and a certified wildlife biologist holding positions with the Wildlife Society\, Nature Conservancy\, US Fish & Wildlife Service\, and is happy to share her knowledge of flying squirrels. \n8:30PM\nDISCOVERY NIGHT HIKE\nMeet park naturalists at the lodge to gather for the night hike. Discover evening and night sights and sounds near the upper lake and night skies. Bring a flashlight. \nSunday\, July 31\, 2022\n9:15AM\nBEGINNER BIRDING WALK\nDiscover Cacapon’s common birds by sight and sound! \n10 – 11:30AM\nBerkeley Springs State Park Orientation & History\nMeet summer naturalists at the warm springs near George Washington’s Bathtub. Drop in\nanytime from 10-11:30am to see historic photos of the park through the years. \n1:30PM\nWoodland Box Turtle\nCome and learn some fun facts and ways to help this turtle survive! YPP \n2:30PM\nSights and Sounds of Summer\nWhat sounds are you hearing lately? Spring frogs or toads? YPP \n3:30PM\nWeed Warriors\nLearn about the park’s many invasive plants and help us battle them. Loppers provided. \nMark you calendars for these upcoming events:\nAugust 13-Champion liar\, storyteller\, author Bil Lepp is in the house!\nAugust 20-National Honey Bee Day (live bees presentation) \nVisit the Tom Ambrose Nature Center! at Cacapon State Park. The nature center is a great stop for all ages\, showcasing exhibits on the park’s history and the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) Camp Morgan 1934-41. \nOther West Virginia natural exhibits include an extensive taxidermy collection of wildlife- fish\, birds\, fox\, bobcat\, mountain lion\, deer\, elk\, and eastern grey wolf! Also\, hands-on sand displays for wildlife tracks and a new geology interactive map to design your own mountains\, rivers and lakes. Take a park naturalist guided hike or join the daily activities! The Nature Center is open daily from 9AM-5PM. \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/great-weekend-activities-cacapon/
LOCATION:Cacapon Resort State Park\, United States
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SUMMARY:Farewell to July Activities: Blackwater Falls
DESCRIPTION:Take advantage of these programs and activities July 29-31\, 2022. The nature team welcomes you to a variety of programs from medicinal plant walk to moth night and campfires. Join us. \nFriday\, July 29\, 2022\nNature Center Open: 10:30 a.m. -5:00 p.m. \n11:00 a.m.\nLost in the Woods kids film & Finger Painting\nJoin the recreation staff to enjoy a kid friendly film about a fawn then let your imagination loose on paper by using your fingers to paint. Free. YPP \n1:00 p.m.\nWeather Nature Film & Craft\nJoin the staff as this film about weather takes you on a whirlwind tour of Earth’s turbulent atmosphere and reveals the forces that make the day fair or foul. Create a rain gauge at the conclusion of the film for $2.00. About 45 minutes. YPP \n2:00 p.m.\nGingerbread House Craft\nJoin the staff to snap together a wooden gingerbread house to decorate. Craft fee: $2.00 \n3:30 P.M.\nEdible and Medicinal Plant Walk–\nJoin the seasonal naturalist as he picks out a few plants along a short hike that has edible or medicinal qualities. About 1 hour. About 1/2 mile. YPP \n5:00 p.m.\nCampfire Stories & S’mores.\nJoin naturalist Paulita and Kenny\, for some campfire stories about Moths\, the dark and disappearing stars while enjoying some campfire treats. About 1 hour. YPP \nSPECIAL EVENING ACTIVITY\n8:30 p.m.\nMOTH NIGHT\nJoin Friends of\nBlackwater in association with Blackwater Falls State Park to Celebrate National Moth\nWeek through an evening of observing hordes of moths. There will be multiple black light stations set up around the nature center that will draw in moths for us to ob-\nserve\, take pictures\, and identify as they land on our backdrops. This is a good way to observe handfuls of moths at one location at once and give you a sense of how many moths can be right around your house! Approximately 1.5 hours. YPP \nSaturday\, July 30\, 2022\nNature Center Open: 10:30 a.m. —8:00 p.m. \n9:00 a.m.\nBeginners Bird Walk\nJoin the park naturalist for a stroll along trails listening and looking for feathered friends. About 1 hour. You don’t have to be a beginner to walk with us. Birders of all levels welcomed. 1/2\nmile. YPP \n11:00 a.m.\nButterflies & Craft Wings\nJoin the park naturalist to listen about our state butterfly and perhaps attempt to look outside for butterflies found in the area. Afterwards\, create a pair of child sized cardboard “stained glass” wings. The use of a utility knife requires an adult to assist their child. About 1 hour. Craft fee: $3.00 YPP \n1:00 p.m.\nTracks n’ Craft\nJoin the park naturalist to look at some wildlife tracks and create a track to take home. About 45 minutes. YPP \n3:00 p.m.\nSit n’ Go Nature Moment-BATS!\nJoin the seasonal park naturalist on the outside porch of nature center to listen about bats of\nthe area. Includes a scratch bat craft for $1.25. About 45 minutes. YPP \n3:30 p.m.\nMovie time\nJoin the staff for this movie about an unforgettable journey of three woodland friends that work to save their friend and home. Rated G. About 1.5 hours. YPP \n4:00 p.m.\nNatural Cordage\nJoin the seasonal naturalist to learn about using plants used for cordage. About 30 minutes. YPP \n7:00 p.m.\nRamblin Ranger\nFind the seasonal naturalist at the falls boardwalk to find out his topic of the day or ask a question. About 1 hour. YPP \nSunday\, July 31\, 2022\nNature Center Open: 10:30 a.m. —5:00 p.m. \n10:00 a.m.\nElakala Trail Walk\nJoin the seasonal naturalist for a stroll along a section of this root and rock strewn trail that leads us over the first cascade of Shay Run known as Elakala Falls. About 1 hour\, 1 mile. YPP \n11:00 a.m. –1:00 p.m.\nTwisted Tie– Dye\nJoin the staff to create your own Blackwater Falls Souvenir t-shirt (white\, black or purple shirts). Adult size shirts $10.00\, Youth size shirts $8.00 \n12:30 p.m. Log Cabin Craft– Join the staff to\nglue together and decorate a wooden decorative\ncabin. Craft fee: $12.00 \n2:00 p.m.\nBasket Craft\nJoin our Kenny the Naturalist to learn about basket making then try to create your own small basket for a fee of $15.00. Supplies limited to first come basis. YPP \n4:30 p.m.\nNature Film & Craft\nJoin the staff for their choice of Nature Film and Craft. Craft fee varies according to selected craft. About 1 hour. YPP \nAll Activities meet at Harold Walters Nature Center unless otherwise noted in description. \nAsk about the YPP (Young People for Parks) activity and rewards. \nSunday interdenominational worship at Blackwater Falls Lodge 9:00 a.m. \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/farewell-to-july-activities-blackwater-falls/
LOCATION:Blackwater Falls State Park\, United States
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UID:26291-1659117600-1659128400@wvstateparks.com
SUMMARY:Mountainside Music Series-Canaan Valley: Blue Steel
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a night of LIVE Mountainside Music at Canaan Valley Resort on the Quenchers Plaza. Free to attend and open to the public\, the Mountainside Music Series is slopeside and live from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. The featured band on July 29\, 2022 is “Blue Steel.” \nGrab a bite at Quenchers Pub. Purchase tickets at Quenchers Pub for a sunset scenic chairlift ride. In case of rain the music will be played indoors at Bear Paw. #BeHere \nFor more information\, contact Kelsey Jeffries 304.866.4121 ext. 2678. \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/mountainside-music-series-canaan-valley-blue-steel/
LOCATION:Canaan Valley Resort State Park\, 230 Main Lodge Rd\, Davis\, WV\, 26260\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220729T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220729T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163548
CREATED:20220706T154031Z
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UID:26370-1659123000-1659128400@wvstateparks.com
SUMMARY:Snake Alive!: Cacapon
DESCRIPTION:Join us welcoming WVDNR Biologist Jim Fregonara as he shares the Snakes Alive program and the environmental importance of snakes. Get an up-close look at some of our native snakes like the Corn Snake\, Black Rat Snake\, and Milk Snake! Learn which snakes are venomous\, and how to identify them. There are only two venomous snakes in West Virginia. This is a great educational and amazing opportunity for all ages. \nBe sure to bring a lawn chair or blanket. This is a presentation of Cacapon Resort State Park and is FREE of charge and open to the public at 7:30 p.m. Friday\, July 29\, 2022. \nLocation: Cacapon Resort State Park\, Park Gazebo (near the nature center). \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/snake-alive-cacapon/
LOCATION:Cacapon Resort State Park\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220729T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220729T220000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220629T194913Z
UID:26352-1659126600-1659132000@wvstateparks.com
SUMMARY:Moth Night: Blackwater Falls
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of Blackwater and Blackwater Falls State Park invite you to attend Moth Night. It’s a great evening program. \nBlackwater Falls State Park celebrates moths on Friday evening\, July 29\, 2022 in conjunction with National Moth Week\,\nMeet at Blackwater Falls Nature Center at 8:30 p.m. Moth Night will be set up from 8:30 until 10:00 p.m. \nSome basic differences between moths and butterflies to get you started: \nMoth: Thick\, furry body\, thread-like or frond like antennae and when resting\, wings fold down over their body so the wing tops are visible \nButterfly: Thin\, smooth bodies\, smooth antennae ending in a bulb or “club”\, and when resting\, wings fold over the body so under-sides are visible \nBring the whole family to watch for many different moths that may visit several special lighting and backdrop stations staged to attract them. Taking photos of moths helps to identify them using apps and printed book resources. Consider bringing your smart phones or cameras. We’ll keep a list of moths observed. \nInterpretative leaders are Aaron Graham with Friends of Blackwater and Naturalist Paulita Cousin of Blackwater Falls State Park. \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/moth-night-blackwater-falls/
LOCATION:Blackwater Falls State Park\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220730
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220801
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UID:26409-1659139200-1659311999@wvstateparks.com
SUMMARY:July Farewell Activities: Twin Falls
DESCRIPTION:Twin Falls bids farewell to July on the 30th and 31th. Take advantage of these nature-based activities. The nature center is open Thursday – Saturday from 3:00-7:00 PM and Sunday\, 3:00 – 6:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 30\, 2022\n3:30 pm\nNature Trail Hike (YPP)\nMeet at the Trailhead\nA wide range of creatures can be found here in the park. Join us for a hike on the Nature Trail to catch a glimpse of some of these creatures. Closed toed shoes recommended for this hike. \n6:00 pm\nTurtle Talk (YPP)\nHeld at the Campground Fire Circle\nTurtles are one of the many reptiles that we have in the state. With 13 species in West Virginia we have to make sure to protect them. A pledge and a color sheet will be provided after the presentation. \nSunday\, July 31\, 2022\n4:00 pm\nHiking Dos and Don’ts (YPP)\nHeld at the lodge in the Original Lodge Lobby\nEver wonder what gear you should take for a short hike on a trail? Meet the Seasonal Naturalist for a short talk at the Lodge to learn basic hiking necessities. \n5:30 pm\nInvasives. Oh My (YPP)\nHeld at the Nature Center\nInvasive plants and insects have affected life around us. Come join the Seasonal Naturalist in a short talk about some of these problems. \nYPP stands for ‘young people for parks’. YPP are programs to encourage kids 6-16 to explore nature but open to anyone to attend. \nThe Nature Center is located beyond the cabin area as you drive toward the campground. It is the small brown building tucked away right after the ball field road. \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/july-farewell-activities-twin-falls/
LOCATION:Twin Falls Resort State Park\, United States
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220801
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UID:26411-1659139200-1659311999@wvstateparks.com
SUMMARY:Farewell July: Bluestone
DESCRIPTION:Activities at Bluestone State Park for July 30-31\, 2022 is a farewell to July roster. From Tye dye to astronomy\, Naturalist Jonathan Lipscomb invites family and friends to participate in outdoor fun. Activities are open to the public and free to attend unless there is a craft fee. \nSaturday\, July 30\, 2022\n6-8pm\nTye dye\nJoin Naturalist Jonathan at the swimming pool to create a one of a kind souvenir. shirts are $10 for a park shirt\, $5 if you bring your own. \n8:30-10pm\nMothing\nWe’ll meet behind the activities building to observe and learn about the cool moths and night time insects in our park. *ypp \nSunday\, July 31\, 2022\n6-8pm\nTye dye\nJoin me at the pool to create one of a kind souvenir shirts are $10 for a park shirt\, $5 if you bring your own. \n8:15-9pm\nDusk Hike\nJoin me at the activities building to take a stroll along the cabin and turnpike trail learn about nocturnal animals and flowers *ypp \n9:30-10pm\nAstronomy\nJoin me at the activities building to learn about the stars\, planets\, and telescopes. *ypp \n*ypp are young people for parks programs. These programs are focused on fun education for ages 6-16. However\, all ages are welcome to attend. \n** All children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/farewell-july-bluestone/
LOCATION:Bluestone State Park\, H.C. 78\, Box 3\, Hinton\, WV\, 25951\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220730T020000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220730T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163548
CREATED:20220425T212005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220425T212005Z
UID:26248-1659146400-1659193200@wvstateparks.com
SUMMARY:Wings of Wonder\, Birds of Prey: Holly River
DESCRIPTION:Live birds of prey at Holly River State Park are presented by the Three Rivers Avian Center (TRAC) on Saturday\, July 30\, 2022 at 2:00 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. \nThe afternoon program is all about raptors native to West Virginia: hawks\, eagles\, falcons\, and owls. You’ll learn about the habitat\, diet and behavior of each bird presented\, the most common causes of injury to each species and the laws protecting these special birds. There is no fee to attend. Open to the public\, the program lasts about an hour and is staged at the Anderson Activity Building at Holly River State Park. Questions are welcomed. This is a family friendly event. Join Naturalist Jane Birdsong and park staff for this evening with the raptors. \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/wings-of-wonder-birds-of-prey-holly-river/
LOCATION:Holly River State Park\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220730T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220730T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163548
CREATED:20220624T181436Z
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UID:26339-1659169800-1659177000@wvstateparks.com
SUMMARY:Dog Days of Summer 10K: Kanawha
DESCRIPTION:Dog Days of Summer 10K is Race #2 of the Kanawha State Forest Race series and is scheduled for Saturday\, July 30\, 2022. You’ll find the course description at https://runsignup.com/dogdays10k. The race starts and finishes beside the Kanawha State Forest Office/Gift Shop. The race starts at 8:30 a.m. \nStart at Parking Lot – Shelter #4 (used to be Shelter #9) to Snipe Trail > Alligator Feeder > Pool Hill > Middle Ridge Road/Trail > Oak Flats Trail > Teaberry Rock Trail > Davis Creek Trail > hard road back to Parking Lot \nPre Registration = $30\nRace Day Registration = $50\nShirts guaranteed to everyone who registers by July 21st at Midnight \nAwards (18 Total):\nTop 1 Male Overall\nTop 1 Female Overall\nTop 1 Male in the following age divisions: 1-12\, 13-19\, 20-29\, 30-39\, 40-49\, 50-59\, 60-69\, 70+\nTop 1 Female in the following age divisions: 1-12\, 13-19\, 20-29\, 30-39\, 40-49\, 50-59\, 60-69\, 70+ \nRegistration is necessary.\nFind registration\, course maps\, participant tracking\, water stops\, and additional race information at: https://runsignup.com/dogdays10k \nOther remaining races in the Kanawha State Forest series include CCC Tree Army Legacy of Labor Day 15K (September 5) and the Fall Classic Half Marathon and 5K Walk (October 23). \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/dog-days-of-summer-10k-kanawha/
LOCATION:Kanawha State Forest\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220730T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220730T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163548
CREATED:20220705T185658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220705T185658Z
UID:26365-1659171600-1659193200@wvstateparks.com
SUMMARY:Craft Show/Flea Market: Pipestem
DESCRIPTION:Summer fun is outdoor shopping at a craft show/flea-style market at Pipestem Resort State Park on Saturday July 30\, 2022. Located at the Amphitheater parking lot\, the market is from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. The event is open to the public to attend and check out the wares. There is no charge to attend. \nInterested vendors should contact Nicole Miller at nicole.m.miller@wv.gov to register. Vendors may set up starting at 7:30 a.m. Vendor set up fee is $25 for a 9×18 space. Space must be reserved in advance. \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/craft-show-flea-market-pipestem/
LOCATION:Pipestem Resort State Park\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220802
DTSTAMP:20260403T163548
CREATED:20220729T190202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220729T190202Z
UID:26413-1659312000-1659398399@wvstateparks.com
SUMMARY:First Day of August: Bluestone
DESCRIPTION:Bluestone State Park kick-starts the first day of August with three nature activities. Join Naturalist Jonathan Lipscomb August 1\, 2022. \n9-11am\nFishing\nLet’s go fishing! Join me at the fishing pier below the office to learn about fishing and the aquatic wildlife in our park. Bring a pole or borrow one of ours. Children under 15 are free all others need a fishing license which can be purchased at wvhunt.com *ypp \n1-3pm\nNature Hike on the Big Pine\nNaturalist Jonathan invites you to meet at the Bluestone State Park office to take a hike along the beautiful Big Pine trail. This is a 2.5 mile (each way) hike along one of our ridges. Long pants\, closed toed shoes\, and water are strongly recommended. *ypp \n4-5pm\nBird House Building\nMeet behind the activities building in the pines to build a birdhouse. Houses that you build will be hung around the park or you can take yours home for $10. Learn about birds\, best locations to install birdhouses\, and more. This is a great family activity. *ypp \n*ypp are young people for parks programs. These programs are focused on fun education for ages 6-16. However\, all ages are welcome to attend. \n** All children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/first-day-of-august-bluestone/
LOCATION:Bluestone State Park\, H.C. 78\, Box 3\, Hinton\, WV\, 25951\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220805
DTSTAMP:20260403T163548
CREATED:20220726T170811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220726T170811Z
UID:26406-1659312000-1659657599@wvstateparks.com
SUMMARY:Welcome August Activities: Cacapon
DESCRIPTION:Welcome August! Cacapon Resort State Park continues to invite visitors to enjoy being outside and enjoying special programs at the park: fire building\, paddle boat hike\, and more. Join Naturalist Valerie Chaney and summer team Garrett\, Allen and Mary and park volunteers at the nature center (unless another location is indicated)\, August 1-4\, 2022. \nMonday\, August 1\, 2022\n9:30AM\nPADDLE BOAT DISCOVERY\nTake a naturalist guided paddle on the lake to learn the park’s natural and cultural history. $5 per person first come first served \n11:00AM\nSEEDS OF HISTORY\nLearn about our rich Appalachian subsistent past in our CCC heritage garden. YPP \n1:30PM\nOUR WV OWL PALS\nDiscover the variety owls by sight and sound! What do they eat? Find out by dissecting on owl pellet! YPP \n2:30PM\nPOWER OF POLLINATORS\nJoin the summer naturalists to learn the importance of pollinators and try to find some! YPP \nTuesday\, August 2\, 2022\n9:30AM\nPRIMITIVE FIRE BUILDING\nLearn the basics of starting a campfire using flint and steel. Sample natural tea made over the fire. YPP \n1:00PM\nWEST VIRGINIA SNAKES\nLearn the difference between venomous and non-venomous snakes. Coloring activity. *no live snakes* YPP \n2:30PM\nWEST VIRGINIA TREES\nDiscover some of Cacapon’s common trees! \nWednesday\, August 3\, 2022\n9:30AM\nKAYAKING 101\nLearn basic kayak safety and enjoy a naturalist guided tour of the lake. Meet at boat docks. Kayaks are limited to ten. $5 each. RSVP to cacaponnaturecenter@gmail.com or first come first serve. \n11:30AM\nLEAVE NO TRACE (LNT)\nDiscover some helpful principles to recreate in public lands responsibly! What do you take on a hike? What do you take on a camping trip? YPP \n1:30PM\nWHAT’S THAT?\nUse the Seek App Take a discovery hike and learn all about this fun iPhone app that helps you identify everything from plants\, trees\, wildflower & wildlife! YPP \n9:00PM\nNIGHT HIKE\nLet’s discover our night vision listening for night sounds…..owl’s\, frog’s…what will we hear? Bring a flashlight. (1hour) YPP \nThursday\, August 4\n9:15AM\nPADDLE BOAT & BIRDING\nMeet at the boat dock rentals for a morning of lake views\, binoculars provided. First come-first serve $5 \n11:00AM\nNATURE JOURNALING\nJoin park naturalists for a stroll in nature to inspire a drawing\, poem or story! \n10:00AM\nWEST VIRGINIA SNAKES\nLearn the difference between venomous and non-venomous snakes. Coloring activity. *no live snakes* YPP \nMark you calendars for these upcoming events:\nAugust 13-Champion liar\, storyteller\, author Bil Lepp is in the house!\nAugust 20-National Honey Bee Day (live bees presentation) \nVisit the Tom Ambrose Nature Center! at Cacapon State Park. The nature center is a great stop for all ages\, showcasing exhibits on the park’s history and the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) Camp Morgan 1934-41. \nOther West Virginia natural exhibits include an extensive taxidermy collection of wildlife- fish\, birds\, fox\, bobcat\, mountain lion\, deer\, elk\, and eastern grey wolf! Also\, hands-on sand displays for wildlife tracks and a new geology interactive map to design your own mountains\, rivers and lakes. Take a park naturalist guided hike or join the daily activities! The Nature Center is open daily from 9AM-5PM. \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/welcome-august-activities-cacapon/
LOCATION:Cacapon Resort State Park\, United States
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220805
DTSTAMP:20260403T163548
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UID:26407-1659312000-1659657599@wvstateparks.com
SUMMARY:Inspired by Nature Weekend : Cacapon
DESCRIPTION:Inspired by Nature. Cacapon Resort State Park features nature-based programs and an afternoon concert by the Morgan Community Concert Band at the park gazebo. All activities and programs are free to attend and open to the public. Join Naturalist Valerie Chaney and summer team Garrett\, Allen and Mary and park volunteers at the nature center (unless another location is indicated)\, August 1-4\, 2022. \nFriday\, August 5\, 2022\n1:00PM\nPOLLINATOR FIELD TOUR\nDiscover the park’s 10 acres of native wildflower fields and what’s in bloom! \n2:30PM\nOUR WV OWL PALS\nDiscover the variety of owls by sight and sound! What do they eat? Find out by dissecting an owl pellet! YPP \n4:00-5:000PM\nWELCOME TO CACAPON!\nMeet the Park Naturalist at the lodge to answer any general park questions you may have or find out what amazing recreation and nature activities Cacapon has to offer. Welcome to Cacapon Resort State Park! \nSaturday\, August 6\, 2022\n9:30AM\nBIRDING WALK\nLearn all about Cacapon’s common birds and woodpeckers. Binoculars provided. \n11:00AM\nMAGNIFICENT MONARCHS\nLearn all about the monarch’s life cycle and explore the monarch way station. \nOUTDOOR CONCERT\n1:00PM\nFREE SUMMER CONCERT\nJoin the Morgan Community Concert Band for an afternoon of music! Park Gazebo near nature center. \n2:30PM\nWILDLIFE MOLDS\nLearn about Cacapon’s common wildlife and make your favorite wildlife take home craft! \n7:00PM\nNATURE JOURNALING\nJoin park naturalists for a stroll in nature to inspire a drawing\, poem or story! \n8:30PM\nNIGHT SKIES\nJoin a local astronomer for an evening of night sky viewing. In case of bad weather\, a powerpoint presentation will be inside the lodge. \nMark you calendars for these upcoming events:\nAugust 13-Champion liar\, storyteller\, author Bil Lepp is in the house!\nAugust 20-National Honey Bee Day (live bees presentation) \nVisit the Tom Ambrose Nature Center! at Cacapon State Park. The nature center is a great stop for all ages\, showcasing exhibits on the park’s history and the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) Camp Morgan 1934-41. \nOther West Virginia natural exhibits include an extensive taxidermy collection of wildlife- fish\, birds\, fox\, bobcat\, mountain lion\, deer\, elk\, and eastern grey wolf! Also\, hands-on sand displays for wildlife tracks and a new geology interactive map to design your own mountains\, rivers and lakes. Take a park naturalist guided hike or join the daily activities! The Nature Center is open daily from 9AM-5PM. \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/inspired-by-nature-weekend-cacapon/
LOCATION:Cacapon Resort State Park\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220805
DTSTAMP:20260403T163548
CREATED:20220729T185745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220729T185745Z
UID:26412-1659312000-1659657599@wvstateparks.com
SUMMARY:Intro to August: Blackwater Falls
DESCRIPTION:Kick-start August with these programs and activities planned at Blackwater Falls on August 1-4\, 2022. The nature team welcomes you to a variety of programs from medicinal plant walk to moth night and campfires. Join us. \nMonday\, August 1\, 2022\nNature Center Open: 10:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. \n11:00 a.m.\nPaint a Bank Craft\nJoin the staff to paint a turtle or pig to hold your cold cash. Craft fee: $3.00 \n12:00 p.m.\nMovie Time\nJoin the staff for this PG rated film based on a boy from Coalwood\, West Virginia in 1957. About 2 hours. YPP \n2:00 p.m.\nOversized Flower or Leaf Craft\nJoin the staff to paint an oversized flower or leaf. Craft fee: $2.00 \n3:00 p.m.\nMovie time\nJoin the staff for this PG rated film about a 12 year old that discovers a grumpy but charming character that speaks for the trees. About 1.5 hours. YPP \nTuesday\, August 2\, 2022\nNature Center Open: 10:30 a.m. —5:00 p.m. \n8:30 a.m.\nNaturalist Loop Walk\nJoin the park naturalist in the lodge lobby for this walk along a section of three park trails with short interpretive stops along the way. YPP \n11:30 a.m.\nDig It!\nJoin the park naturalist\, Paulita\, for a beginners presentation about the geology of the park and “The Mountain State”. Participants will have an opportunity to be a paleontologist and take home their own fossil find or create their own fossil. Craft fee: $2.00 YPP \n2:00 p.m.\nPollinators Walk\nJoin the naturalist to make a bee bracelet or honeycomb candle then explore the pollinator fields at the Harold Walters Nature Center. Look at some plants and perhaps catch a glimpse of pollinators About 1 hour. Long pants are recommended in the pollinator field. YPP \n3:00 p.m.\nMovie Time\nJoin the staff for this G rated film about a great friendship talk of a tiny spider and pig. About 1.5 hours. \nWednesday\, August 3\, 2022\nNature Center Open: 10:30 a.m. —5:00 p.m. \n10:00 a.m.\nCSI Creek Scene Investigation\nJoin the naturalists in Blackwater Lodge Lobby to walk to Shay Run and search for aquatic life. You will get WET! Sturdy shoes are mandatory. About 1 hour. YPP \n11:00 a.m.\nLeaf Press Craft\nJoin the staff to create a press for leaves. Craft fee: $2.00 \n1:00 p.m.\nTie Dye an Orb Craft\nUse colorful paint to create a unique glass ornament. Craft fee: $3.00 small\, $4.00 large. \n2:00 p.m.\nCaution-Trees at Work ! Walk\nJoin the park naturalists\, Paulita and Kenny\, at the campfire ring near Sled Run warming hut for this interpretive stroll along a portion of the Shay Trace Trail and Cherry Lane Trail. About 1.5 miles\, 90 minutes. YPP \n4:00 p.m.\nTree Cookie Burn Craft\nJoin the naturalist’s to make a unique craft. Not recommended for small children due to use of a torch. Craft fee: $3.00 \n5:30 p.m.\nRamblin’ Ranger\nFind the naturalist\, at the intersection in the bus parking/overflow parking graveled parking area. Today’s display will focus on geology. . YPP \n7:30 p.m.\nGeology Underlies it All!\nA visiting geologist with the West Virginia Geologic and Economic Survey presents an evening presentation about “The Mountain State” in Blackwater Lodge. Program includes examples of rocks and an introduction to what lies beneath the surface in an informal yet interesting presentation. About 1 hour. YPP \nThursday\, August 4\, 2022\nNature Center Open: 10:30 a.m. —5:00 p.m. \n10:00 a.m.\nRockin’ It on the trail of Geology\nJoin the visiting geologist and park naturalist at Pendleton Point Overlook as we ramble deeper into the rocks\, terrain and perhaps fossils that make Blackwater Falls State Park. Program begins at the scenic overlook of Blackwater Canyon then rambles on a rock and root strewn path (time permitting) with a short but steep grade of less than 1/4 mile. About 1 hour. YPP \n11:30 a.m.\nMeet our Turtles\nJoin the naturalist’s to meet our nature center turtles. About 1 hour. YPP \n1:00 p.m.\nInto the Woods with Kenny\nJoin the naturalists for an interpretive stroll along Balsam Fir Trail. About 1.5 miles\, 70 minutes. YPP \n2:00 p.m.\nMeet our Snakes\nJoin the park naturalist to learn about the snakes that call Harold Walters Nature Center home and other snakes found in the state of West Virginia. There will be a live snake! About 1 hour. YPP \n3:00 p.m.\nSilly Stone Craft\nJoin the staff to use paint\, glitter and wiggly eyes on a “rock.” Craft fee: $2.00 \n4:00 p.m.\nMason Jar Craft\nJoin the staff to decal a gold or silver flecked mason jar to create a flickering light. Craft fee: $5.00 \nA direct line to the nature center is 304-259-5511 \nWatch our event postings for ‘The Perseids are coming . . star party.’ \nAll Activities meet at Harold Walters Nature Center unless otherwise noted in description. \nAsk about the YPP (Young People for Parks) activity and rewards. \nSunday interdenominational worship at Blackwater Falls Lodge at 9:00 a.m. \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/intro-to-august-blackwater-falls/
LOCATION:Blackwater Falls State Park\, United States
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SUMMARY:Wednesday WOW - Dig it!: Blackwater Falls
DESCRIPTION:Dig It! Because Geology Rocks! This is a great opportunity to learn about the topography and geology of West Virginia. Just hearing all the names of different sandstones across the Mountain State is amazing information. Geology includes types of rock and why there is rock\, why there are fossils\, and our oil\, gas\, salt\, and coal resources. Enjoy Geology Rocks! at Blackwater Falls State Park. \nAugust 3\, 2022\n7:30 p.m.\nDIG IT! BECAUSE GEOLOGY ROCKS!\nA visiting geologist with the West Virginia Geologic and Economic Survey presents an evening presentation about “The Mountain State” on Wednesday\, August 3\, 2022. The program includes examples of rocks and an introduction to what lies beneath the surface in an informal yet interesting presentation. Program is about an hour long; open to the public at no cost and will be held in the Harr Center at Blackwater Falls Lodge. Participants can earn a Geology Patch by participating in this event or the walk on Thursday. YPP \nAugust 4\, 2022\n10:00 a.m.\nROCKIN’ IT ON THE TRAIL OF GEOLOGY\nJoin the visiting geologist and park naturalist at Blackwater Falls Lodge as we ramble deeper into the rocks\, terrain and perhaps fossils that make Blackwater Falls State Park. Program begins at scenic Blackwater Lodge Canyon overlook then rambles on a rock and root strewn path with a short but steep grade of less than ½ mile. About 90 minutes. Program is open to the public at no cost. Participants can earn a Geology Patch by participating in this activity. YPP \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/wednesday-wow-dig-it-blackwater-falls/
LOCATION:Blackwater Falls State Park\, United States
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SUMMARY:Geology Rocks!: Blackwater Falls
DESCRIPTION:It’s a rockin’ weekend at Blackwater Falls State Park. Your state geologists welcome ‘rockers’ to an evening program about the geology of West Virginia. You’ll discover more about rocks\, minerals and fossils during the evening presentation held at Blackwater Falls Lodge at 7:30 p.m.\, Wednesday\, August 3\, 2022. The program is free to attend and open to the public. \nHave you ever asked ‘Is there gold in these WV hills?’ or “What is an earthquake?” This program is for you. Youth and adults alike may skip a stone on water\, but do you know the geology of the Mountain State ? Geology rocks! Join us. \nThis program is presented by geologists of the West Virginia Geological and Economic Survey and hosted by Blackwater Falls State Park staff and Paulita Cousin\, Park Naturalist. A Thursday morning\, August 4\, 2022 Rock Hike is planned at 10:00 a.m. at Pendleton Point Overlook. A Geology Rocks patch is a memento for participating. \nThe Geology Rocks game will be located in the nature center area for groups or families to have some fun learning about the geology of West Virginia and getting a little exercise. \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/geology-rocks-blackwater-falls/
LOCATION:Blackwater Falls State Park\, United States
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UID:26152-1659571200-1659657599@wvstateparks.com
SUMMARY:Farm-to-Table: Twin Falls Resort
DESCRIPTION:The 2022 Farm-to-Table dinner at Twin Falls Resort State Park is scheduled for August 4\, 2022 and the growing season’s yield of locally sourced produce and products will be featured. This event is held outdoors and attendance will be limited to 25 to assure attention to detail\, quality experience and presentation. \nThe menu will includes \n\nIron Skillet Fried Chicken\nGrandma’s Homemade Meatloaf\nFresh Roasted Corn\n\nDinner time\, ticket cost and additional menu items will be posted closer the event date. For more information\, call 304-294-4005 or visit twinfallsrestaurant.com. \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/farm-to-table-twin-falls/
LOCATION:Twin Falls Resort State Park\, United States
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UID:26414-1659571200-1659743999@wvstateparks.com
SUMMARY:Hello August Activities: Twin Falls
DESCRIPTION:Twin Falls welcomes August 4 -5\, 2022 Take advantage of these nature-based activities. The nature center is open Friday – Saturday from 3:00-7:00 PM and Sunday\, 3:00 – 6:00 PM \nThursday\, August 4\, 2022\n6:00 pm\nFarm to Table Dinner\nReservations required in advance.\nGuests will be shuttled down by hayride to the Pioneer Farm for a farm to table experience. \nFriday\, August 5\, 2022\n3:30 pm\nWonders of the Rainbow (YPP)\nHeld at the Lodge in the Original Lodge Lobby\nRainbows are fascinating phenomena no one can deny. Let’s learn how rainbows occur. A craft will be provided while the talk is being held. \n6:30\nButterfly Craft (YPP)\nHeld on the porch of the Nature Center\nLearn all about a wide variety of butterfly species that can be found at Twin Falls. \nYPP stands for ‘young people for parks’. YPP are programs to encourage kids 6-16 to explore nature but open to anyone to attend. \nThe Nature Center is located beyond the cabin area as you drive toward the campground. It is the small brown building tucked away right after the ball field road. \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/hello-august-activities-twin-falls/
LOCATION:Twin Falls Resort State Park\, United States
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SUMMARY:Geology Walks!: Blackwater Falls
DESCRIPTION:Walk and Rock is a morning hike with a state geologist and Park Naturalist\, Paulita Cousin. Meet at 10:00 a.m. at Pendleton Point Overlook. We’ll set foot for very short distances to learn more and find rocks\, minerals and fossils on this morning walk. This Geology Rockin’ Walk is Thursday\, August 4\, 2022. \nThere are rock outcroppings (weather permitting) and sturdy shoes are recommended. Most of this morning activity is at the overlook. Join us. \nThere is no charge to attend the Geology Rocks! programs. Geology Rocks! is presented by geologists from the West Virginia Geological and Economic Survey. \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/geology-walks-blackwater-falls/
LOCATION:Blackwater Falls State Park\, United States
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UID:26417-1659657600-1659743999@wvstateparks.com
SUMMARY:Friday Fun:  Bluestone State Park
DESCRIPTION:Join the fun on Friday August 5\, 2022 at these traditional activities at a state park. Bluestone naturalist Jonathan Lipscomb invites family and friends to join him. \n1:00-2:30pm\nChalk Art\nThe place to be is the Meador Bathhouse to create sidewalk chalk art. Let’s be creative enjoy being outside. \n3-5 pm\nGiant Bubbles and Water Rockets\nStill at the Meador Bathhouse\, we’re going play with some amazing bubbles and launch water rockets.Making huge bubbles is almost like magic. \n6pm\nPrimitive Fire Starting\nNaturalist Jonathan will be at the fire shelter behind the activities building to learn the basics of flint and steel fire starting. You’ll get to try your hand a starting fire without matches. *ypp \n7-9pm\nWeekly Campfire\nThe fire shelter below the activities building is the perfect gathering spot to swap stories\, relax\, and learn basic campfire cooking skills. We’ll be doing some cast iron or campfire food. Servings are $1 each \n*ypp are young people for parks programs. These programs are focused on fun education for ages 6-16. However\, all ages are welcome to attend. \n** All children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/friday-fun-bluestone-state-park/
LOCATION:Bluestone State Park\, H.C. 78\, Box 3\, Hinton\, WV\, 25951\, United States
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UID:26418-1659657600-1659916799@wvstateparks.com
SUMMARY:August Activities: Coopers Rock
DESCRIPTION:Three guided activities at Cooper Rock State Forest are focused on outdoor diversity are planned for August 5 – 7\, 2022. Join Naturalist and Certified Interpretive Guide Aubrey Bartman for these nature-based activities. Participation in any or all hikes and activities is without cost\, however children must be accompanied by an adult. \nAugust 5\, 2022 – Friday\n4:00 PM\nTREE IDENTIFICATION HIKE\nMeet at the Reservoir Parking Area across from McCollum Campground to explore the tree species found at Coopers Rock State Forest. Everyone appreciates trees and even more when you can identify some\, learn insects and animals that use specific trees for food\, shelter\, etc. \nAugust 6\, 2022 – Saturday\n4:00 PM\nWILDLIFE BINGO\nMeet at the Camp Store in McCollum Campground for some fun playing a Coopers Rock styled bingo game! \nAugust 7\, 2022 – Sunday\n2:30 PM\nWILDLIFE In COOPERS ROCK\nGather near the Trading Post to learn about the wildlife you may see in the forest. We’ll have some cool things to look at to spur conversation and imagination. \nWe welcome everyone to our activities. \nWhen visiting Coopers Rock State Forest and the Bruceton Mills and Morgantown area\, take time to visit the Museum of Geology & Natural History. It is located at 1 Mont Chateau Road\, Morgantown. Open from 8:00 AM until 4:00 PM Monday through Friday. Admission is free and there are dinosaur bones and if you like geology – this is a great place to be sure to visit. \nReserve lodging online: \nBook Now
URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/august-activities-coopers-rock/
LOCATION:Coopers Rock State Forest\, 61 County Line Dr.\, Bruceton Mills\, WV\, 26525\, United States
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