Events

Voyage! Two state parks welcome you in 2023 with accommodations and dining at North Bend State Park and a blend of activities at Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park. Voyage! Stay overnight at North Bend Lodge and enjoy dinner and breakfast. The package is for two individuals. If you have time while at the park, get […]

Summer activities at Pipestem Resort State Park include nature hike, crafts and music June 15 - 18, 2023. Activities are posted at the park each week and open to the public to attend and typically free unless indicated. The Nature Center is open Wednesday - Sunday from 11:00AM - 5:00PM. Come visit. Thursday, June 15, […]

It’s mid-June already! Naturalist Tammy Cooper and Ace England invite you to attend these activities on June 16 - 17, 2023. Other activities may be scheduled and will be posted at the lodge and campground. Activities are free to attend and open to the public. FRIDAY, June 16, 20239:00am.Falls Trail Hike (YPP)Meet the Naturalist at […]

Enjoy these activities at Blackwater Falls, June 17 - 20, 2023. All Activities meet at Harold Walters Nature Center at the park unless the description has another meeting location. SATURDAY, June 17, 2023Nature Center: 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. 8:30 a.m.Beginners Bird WalkEnjoy walking near the lodge as we look and listen for feathered friends. […]

A fun-filled June weekend is planned with activities at Cacapon Resort State Park, June 17 - 20, 2023. Activities are conducted or begin at the nature center unless noted. SATURDAY, June 17, 2023Nature Center Open 10:30AM-6PM 9:30PM Woodpecker Wow!Learn Cacapon’s common woodpeckers by sight & sound. Followed by a short walk, binoculars provided. YPP 1:00PM […]

Holly River State Park welcomes Three Rivers Avian Center (TRAC) on Saturday, June 17, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. The live and 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. This afternoon program is all about raptors native […]

Learn about the children of this famous Blennerhassett Island Family. This program is designed for young people (in grades 3-6) accompanied by parent(s) or grandparent(s). This is a wonderful opportunity for youth and families to engage in the history of Blennerhassett Island and occupants of the island. Join us on Saturday, June 17, 2023 at […]

The place to be is the Pipestem Amphitheater on Saturday, June 17, 2023 for live music by Corey Lee McQuade and Friends. The entertainment begins at 8:00 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. About Corey Lee McQuade and Friends The Americana sounds of Corey Lee McQuade, Paul Johnson, and Lars Swanson […]

Come celebrate West Virginia’s birthday at Kanawha State Forest with a free concert by the Kanawha Valley Community Band. The event is sponsored by the Kanawha State Forest Foundation and the concert starts at 2:00 p.m. by the nature center parking lot (former pool complex). This concert is live on June 18, 2023. Attendees are […]

If you missed the Live birds of prey at Blackwater Falls State Park on June 17, visit Canaan Valley Resort on June 18, 2023 for an encore presentation. Three Rivers Avian Center (TRAC) will be at Canaan Valley on Sunday, June 18 2023 at 4:00 p.m. The educational birds are a great opportunity to learn […]

Enjoy these activities at Blackwater Falls, June 21 and 22, 2023. Mid-week activities are great to discover. All Activities meet at Harold Walters Nature Center at the park unless the description has another meeting location. WEDNESDAY, June 21, 2023Nature Center: 10:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 11:00 a.m.Survival Cord FunAt the nature center - great craft […]

From a medicinal weed walk, amazing amphibians and spider verse, join these planned activities at Cacapon Resort State Park, June 21-24, 2023. Activities are conducted or begin at the nature center unless noted. WEDNESDAY, June 21, 202310:00AM WV Tree IDLet’s discover the new blooming trees and a fun leaf pounding activity. YPP 11:00AM Summer Solstice […]

Once again, Prickett’s Fort State Park welcomes Joel Dugan as part of Pricketts Fort Foundation’s artist in residence program. Join him Wednesday - Saturday, June 21 - 24, 2023 from 10:00AM-4:00PM and Sunday June 25 from Noon until 4:00PM. Joel currently resides in Fairmont, West Virginia with his family and serves as the Chair for […]

Holly River State Park is always fun to visit. Visitors are encouraged to take advantage of these programs, particularly Fireflies, Dragonflies and beginning archery. Your host is Jane Birdsong, Summer/Master Naturalist, June 22-24, 2023. THURSDAY, June 22, 20232 pm - BLACK BEARSLearn new discoveries & fascinating facts about WV’s largest mammal. Shake hands with a […]

Roy Moose from the Monongahela National Forest will be presenting West Virginia Snakes at Kanawha State Forest on June 22, 2023. Attendance is free and the location to be is at the Nature Center at 3:00 PM. For more information or to learn more about other activities at Kanawha State Forest visit the foundation Facebook […]

Fearless Drawing Leading to Painting is a 4-part series that begins at 11:00AM and concludes around 12:30PM at the nature center at Cacapon Resort State Park. Join local artists and volunteers for a free art lesson focusing on geometric shapes of local flora & fauna. This class is free and open to all ages. Attend […]

A weekend filled with all sorts of activities. Naturalist Tammy Cooper and Ace England invite you to attend these activities on June 23-24, 2023. Activities are free to attend and open to the public unless noted. FRIDAY, June 23, 2023 8:00 am - “Birding Basics”Meet Tammy at the front entrance of the Lodge for a […]

Activities at Lost River State Park are for the entire family and children. Enjoy these activities when visiting July 23 - 24, 2023. FRIDAY, June 22, 202311:00AM - Box Turtle Talk at the Nature Center1:00 PM - Nature Ramble starts at the Nature Center and ramble nearby3:00 PM - Who Was Here? A animal track […]

Summer activities at Pipestem Resort State Park include wildlife games, archery, hiking and ultimate frisbee June 22-24, 2023. Activities are posted at the park each week and open to the public to attend and typically free unless indicated. The Nature Center is open Wednesday - Sunday from 11:00AM - 5:00PM. Come visit. Friday, June 23, […]

Enjoy these activities at Blackwater Falls, June 23-25, 2023. All Activities meet at Harold Walters Nature Center at the park unless the description has another meeting location. FRIDAY, June 23, 2023Nature Center: 10:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 10:30 a.m. The Wild WorldJoin the staff to participate with a local school group for an introduction to […]

Three Rivers Avian Center (TRAC) is live at Cacapon Resort State Park on Friday, June 23, 2023 at 7:00 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. This evening program is all about raptors native […]

The 39th Annual Bear Hole Road Race starts at 8:00 a.m. at Twin Falls Resort State Park on June 24, 2023. There is a 10K run and a 5K run. In person registration will begin at 7:00 a.m. the morning of the race. The race starts at 8:00 a.m. Location of race will be at […]

The Moon Rocks Hike is for hikers 21 years of age or older. This is a special activity at Canaan Valley Resort, on Saturday, June 24, 2023. Beginning at 9:00am and returning by 1:30pm, this hike requires advance registration. Here’s the info! Have you ever ‘wandered’ what it would be like to walk on the […]

What a great afternoon program! Three Rivers Avian Center (TRAC) is live at Lost River State Park on Saturday June 24, 2023 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. This nature program […]

Perfect for Independence Day, this gorgeous night scene of fireworks over the river will be so muchfun. Art on the Island-Fireworks is on Sunday, June 25, 2023. Take the noon boat, bring or buy somesnacks on the Island, and let's paint this oversized acrylic flower together on a gallery wrappedcanvas. Class typically takes about 2 […]

When at Blackwater Falls, take time to attend activities that introduce you to trails and creatures you may find. Enjoy these activities at Blackwater Falls, June 26-29 2023. All Activities meet at Harold Walters Nature Center at the park unless the description has another meeting location. MONDAY June 26, 2023Nature Center: 10:30 a.m. to 5:00 […]

Visit the nature center or the Lee House, plus these activities at Lost River State Park, June 28 - July 2, 2023. Activities are free to attend, open to the public and enjoyable. WEDNESDAY, June 28, 2023Lee House Hours: 10:00 - 11:00AMNature Center Hours: 1:00 - 4:00PM 2:00PM - Box Turtle TalkMeet at the nature […]

Visit the nature center or the Lee House, plus these activities at Lost River State Park, June 28 - July 2, 2023. Activities are free to attend, open to the public and enjoyable.WEDNESDAY, June 28, 2023Lee House Hours: 10:00 - 11:00AMNature Center Hours: 1:00 - 4:00PM2:00PM - Box Turtle TalkMeet at the nature center and […]

Holly River State Park is packed with activities and fun. Visitors are encouraged to take advantage of these programs, particularly basic archery, Fireflies, and ‘Very Fishy’ (learning part of a fish via origami.) Your host is Jane Birdsong, Summer/Master Naturalist, June 29 - July 1, 2023. THURSDAY, June 20, 20232 pm - HIKE OAKRIDGE TRAIL […]