Events

It's a murder mystery at Blackwater Falls Lodge! The year is 1928 and we have gathered at a most popular speakeasy - Blackwater Falls. Everyone is having a fabulous time until the club's new owner stumbles in and dies. Oh my! Suddenly the place is a crime scene and we'll be asked to search for […]

West Virginia Irish Road Bowling brings “Coopers Rock Tag Team” event to the forest on April 30, 2022. Typically, team road bowling events are for teams of 4. Straying from tradition, the event at Coopers Rock State Forest will be the site of a doubles match. Join forces with your favorite friend, relative, coworker, or […]

Pipestem's Spring Craft Show/Flea Market is scheduled for Saturday April 30, 2022 and again on Saturday May 28, 2022. Staged at the Pipestem Outdoor Amphitheater Parking Lot (across from Pipestem Headquarters Building) the show hours are 8:00 am-2:00pm. The show is open to the public to browse or purchase from local vendors. Parking is free. […]

With springtime approaching, Hawks Nest State Park Craft and Flea Market event welcomes vendors and attendees alike from 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. at Hawks Nest Lodge on April 30, 2022. Vendors wanting to set up must make advance registration for a 17’x18’ space. There is a $10 fee for participating. Vendor set up starts […]

Early April through mid-May 2022 in Southern West Virginia celebrates the glories of spring in Appalachia from the rim of the gorge to the river! Explore the area’s natural diversity and contribute as a citizen scientist at New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, Tamarack Marketplace, Beckley Art Center, and the state parks of Babcock, Carnifex […]

Bluebirds make people happy. On Saturday, April 30, 2022 at Blackwater Falls nature center you can make a bluebird nesting box, learn how to maintain the box and enjoy a program about bluebirds and sightings across West Virginia. This is an excellent program for families or individuals to take advantage. You’ll assemble your own bluebird […]

Early April through mid-May 2022 in Southern West Virginia celebrates the glories of spring in Appalachia from the rim of the gorge to the river! Explore the area’s natural diversity and contribute as a citizen scientist at New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, Tamarack Marketplace, Beckley Art Center, and the state parks of Babcock, Carnifex […]

The 30th annual WV Public Employee Golf Tournament is May 2, 2022 at Pipestem Resort State Park. Open to federal, state, city, county or public education employees and retired employees of the same are welcomed to enter. Tee it up and participate. A shotgun start at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, May 2 on the 18-hole […]

The Nature Center is open from 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday - Sunday. Enjoy our exhibits, bird watching area and historic structures. There are activities planned that are open to the public and without charge May 3 - May 8, 2022. Wednesday, May 4, 2022 2:00 pm Nature Center Open House Meet Bob […]

Test your endurance at the EHQ Valley Falls 6 & 12 hour race, Saturday, May 7, 2022. With 750' of vertical gain per ~5.25 mile loop it's not an easy course! Gravel service roads, single track trails, streams, rocky climbs, rolling trails, and of course the beautiful falls - this event has a bit of […]

Early April through mid-May 2022 in Southern West Virginia celebrates the glories of spring in Appalachia from the rim of the gorge to the river! Explore the area’s natural diversity and contribute as a citizen scientist at New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, Tamarack Marketplace, Beckley Art Center, and the state parks of Babcock, […]

Celebrate the return of the Bluegrass Festival at North Bend State Park! Bring your family and friends for a fun filled weekend of pickin’ and grinin’. Bluegrass bands from throughout West Virginia, as well as from the surrounding region will be performing. Lose yourself in the rhythm of the music and traditional sounds of our […]

Whether you are an amateur photographer or a working pro, you will pick up lots of useful tips to increase your photo skills. The workshop includes hands on photography outings and instruction on May 13-15, 2022 at Twin Falls Resort State Park. If you have a specific interest or subject you’d like to learn, ask […]

​Early April through mid-May 2022 in Southern West Virginia celebrates the glories of spring in Appalachia from the rim of the gorge to the river! Explore the area’s natural diversity and contribute as a citizen scientist at New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, Tamarack Marketplace, Beckley Art Center, and the state parks of Babcock, […]

Southern West Virginia celebrates the glories of spring in Appalachia from the rim of the gorge to the river! Explore the area’s natural diversity and contribute as a citizen scientist at New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, Tamarack Marketplace, Beckley Art Center, and the state parks of Babcock, Carnifex Ferry Battlefield, Hawks Nest, Pipestem […]

Hike by the light of a full moon at Cass on May 14, 2022. The “Flower Moon” hike at Cass Scenic Railroad begins from the visitors center (to the left of the Company Store facing the store) at 7:30 p.m. The evening walk is about three miles round trip with a slight grade, but mostly […]

A visit to the nature center at Twin Falls is always a treat. Participating in nature activities is a great way to learn about the park and wildlife you may encounter. There is no charge to visit the nature center or activities scheduled. Nature Center Hours Sunday, May 15, 2022 Sunday, May 22, 2022 3:00 […]

A total lunar eclipse causes Chief Logan State Park naturalist Lauren Cole to break out the motorized telescope and invite you to the Chief Logan Lodge on May 15, 2022. This activity starts at 9:00PM. The telescope will be set up for the duration of the event. Participants get a free Moon Pie. Rain will […]

Get out and explore photo challenge is a great way see Pipestem State Park thru your lens, mobile or camera from Wednesday, May 18 to Sunday, May 22, 2022. A photo scavenger hunt is fun. Here's the list of photos for the scavenger hunt: A Pipestem Resort State Park Sign A picture of yourself with […]

Mid-May is a great time to visit Pipestem and enjoy some time outside as summer approaches. Enjoy these activities through May 22, 2022. The nature center is open daily fomfrom 11;00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Visit us and the heritage structures at this location. Bonus! Check out the Get Out and Explore Photo Challenge, Scavenger […]

There is plenty to see and things to do at Blackwater Falls State Park on Kids to Parks Day, May 21, 2022. Encountering some Blackwater Falls wildlife and discovering their habitats with games and observations is a fun way to learn about the state park. Join Park Naturalist Paulita Cousin for these free and planned […]

Twin Falls is located in Wyoming County, West Virginia. You'll find a wide array of things to do and places to explore. This includes the Falls Trail where you will find the two waterfalls. These waterfalls flow from different streams and converge to meet. The pioneer farm is a special place where visitors can go […]

Let's take a short nature hike at Tygart Lake State Park for this year's Kids to Parks Day on May 21, 2022. Kids to Parks Day is the National Park Trust's 12th annual celebration and at Tygart Lake it is a walk and s’more. Meet naturalist Jacob Jackson at the Nature Center at 2:00 p.m. […]

Let's go fishing for this year's Kids to Parks Day activity on May 21, 2022 at Cacapon Resort State Park. Kids to Parks Day is the National Park Trust's 12th annual celebration. A Youth Fishing Derby is planned for youth under 15 years of age. Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. and fishing begins at 10:00 […]

“Blennerhassett Estate Gardens and Grounds” program is an outdoor tour. Besides its beautiful island Mansion, what was the Blennerhassett Estate really like? During this program of the grounds, participants will learn what gardens and other period buildings existed as a part of the Blennerhassett Estate in 1806 based on historical findings. This unique program begins […]

Strap on your boots and head out to North Bend State Park for Kids to Park Day to celebrate the National Park Trust’s annual celebration! Kids to Parks Day activity at North Bend is May 21, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. Meet the Naturalist Adam at the Jug Handle Day-Use Area for a moderate 1.5-mile hike […]

Let's take a woodland hike on Still Run Ridge Trail for this year's Kids to Parks Day on May 21, 2022. Kids to Parks Day is the National Park Trust's 12th annual celebration. Kids (and adults) like to be outside and like seeing wildlife. Today we'll meet at the amphitheater parking lot at 4:00pm. There […]

It's Kids to Parks Day and at Chief Logan State Park an Owl Prowl is planned evening program for youth and families alike. Join naturalist Lauren Cole at 8:30 p.m. She'll be at the museum waiting for you. Bring a flashlight if you have one and wear closed toed shoes and long pants. Flipflops and […]

Summer time is finally here and there is no better way to kick off the season than by a weekend packed with activities at North Bend State Park. Enjoy nature education activities, campfire programs and hiking opportunities in this family oriented, program packed weekend celebration! For more information call the front desk at (304) 643-2931, […]