Events

North Bend State Park is a great place for early July activities. Find these activities at the park from July 26 - 29, 2023. Activities begin at the nature center. Wednesday, July 26, 202310:00 am- Noon Nature Center Open 1:00 pm- 1:45 pm Basketball Game2:00 pm- 3:15 pm Hike to Tunnel 13 on the North […]

Birds, bow and arrows, and moths dominate activities at Holly River State Park from July 27-29, 2023. Join Master Naturalist Jane Birdsong for these nature based activities and traditional recreational pursuits of archery and hiking when visiting Holly River. THURSDAY, July 27, 20232 pm - BLACK BEARSLearn new discoveries & fascinating facts about WV’s largest […]

Visit Twin Falls and enjoy these activities July 28-29, 2023. Butterflies, solar ovens, and a glow walk invites you to attend. Fee free. Open to the public. Family friendly. Join us!! FRIDAY, July 28, 202310:00am. – “BE A FRIEND TO POLLINATORS”Pollinators are in trouble! Bees, bats and other animal pollinators face many challenges in the […]

Cacapon wraps up the last weekend of July with a variety of great nature based activities July 28 - 30, 2023. From hogwart adaptations, looking for a Monarch’s eggs, to Irish Road Bowling, these neat activities and others are conducted or begin at the nature center unless noted. Friday, July 28, 202310:00AM Hogwarts School of […]

July wraps up at Blackwater Falls State Park July 28-31, 2023 with an about nature and discovery of small or very old things such as amber. From bats and moths to creature features, things to do begin at the nature center unless posted otherwise. You’re invited and encouraged to visit our trails, the falls areas, […]

From lightning bugs, bubbles, fishing and more, weekends at Bluestone State Park are extra special with activities that focus on the outdoors and nature pursuits. Join park naturalist and heritage craftsman Jonathan Lipscomb July 29-31, 2023 at these planned activities. SATURDAY, July 29, 2023Noon Match rocketsHow do rockets work? Meet at the picnic shelter to […]

All will be aglow this summer evening at Twin Falls Resort State Park. The magic starts at 8:30 p.m. The Glow Walk begins and meets at the park amphitheater. Arrival for you to park your vehicle should occur by 8:00 p.m. but not before 7:30 p.m. We’ll get a glow stick to each person (as […]

Hike by the light of a full moon at Cass on July 29, 2023. The “Full Sturgeon Moon” hike at Cass Scenic Railroad begins from the visitor’s center at 8:30 PM. This evening walk, led by Park Superintendent Marshall Markley or designee, is about three miles round trip with a slight grade, but mostly flat […]

Meet Naturalist Lauren Cole at Chief Logan Lodge at the outdoor fire pit area on July 29, 2023. Lauren will be there from 9:00 - 11:00pm Look through a computerized telescope at various celestial bodies including the moon, planets, galaxies, and more. Learn seasonal constellations and other cool facts about the night sky. Planets Mars,Mercury, […]

Pipestem Resort sits on the east rim of the Bluestone River Gorge, which carves through the plateau to the scenic Bluestone River 1,200 feet below. Visit the Nature Center which is open Wednesday-Sunday 11:00 am - 5:00 pm. See our exhibits and heritage structures, and sit a spell in our West Virginia made rocking chairs, […]

August activities at Cacapon State Park include wildlife, art and birds (owls), and a variety of great nature based activities July 31 - August 3, 2023. These activities and others are conducted or begin at the nature center unless noted. Open to the public and free to attend. Monday, July 31, 202310:00AM Tai ChiThis class […]

The Nature Center at Pipestem is open daily 11:00 am - 5:00 pm. There’s plenty to see at the nature hub OR if you’re looking for some things to do or to attend like ultimate frisbee, moth night, hikes and live music, July 31 - August 6, 2023, we welcome your attendance. Monday, July 31, […]

Learning about creatures that slither or swim, hiking, and bird crafts dominate activities at Holly River State Park from August 3-5, 2023. Join Master Naturalist Jane Birdsong for these nature based activities and traditional recreational pursuits of archery and hiking when visiting Holly River. Activities at Holly River State Park are free to attend and […]

A delicious Farm-to-Table dinner at the lodge at Chief Logan State Park is scheduled for Friday, August 4, 2023. A popular dining experience, you’ll want to make reservations in advance for this year’s event that is always fun and entertaining. The growing season’s yield is sourced garden produce and products from West Virginia. The dining […]

Try your hand at spinning wool at Prickett’s Fort State Park. Participants will receive one hour of personal one-on-one instruction from one of our skilled interpreters on Friday, August 4 or Saturday, August 5, 2023. One-hour sessions are $20 per person and participants must be age 16 and older. One person per session. Please register […]

Visit the Nature Center and see our exhibits and heritage structures, and sit a spell in our West Virginia made rocking chairs, listen to the outside birds inside, or attend activities planned August 4 - 6, 2023. Friday, August 4th 4:00 pm- What Should I Bring? *YPPMeet in the Activity Shelter behind the Nature Center […]

Cacapon State Park activities this weekend features Bil Lepp on Saturday plus wildlife programs, crafts and games August 4 - 6, 2023. These activities and others are conducted or begin at the nature center unless noted. Open to the public and free to attend. FRIDAY, August 4, 202310:00AM Hogwarts School of WizardryAre you a Harry […]

Live birds of prey at Chief Logan State Park Lodge are presented by the Three Rivers Avian Center (TRAC) on Saturday, August 4, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. The educational birds program is a great opportunity to learn what birds say "who cooks for me, who cooks for you all?" as well as meeting other raptors. […]

Ryan Cain and the Ables performs live music at Canaan Valley Resort on August 4, 2023. Mountain Music Friday Series returns to Canaan Valley Resort in 2023. Live music is slopesideat Quenchers Plaza is from 6:00-9:00 PM. Free concert and open to the public. Sunset scenic chairlift rides are available with ticket purchase in Quencher’s […]

Two noted individuals of American History will be portrayed at Cass Scenic Railroad on Saturday, August 5, 2023 - Stonewall Jackson and Mark Twain. Find us at the Cass Scenic Railroad Depot. 9:30AMHistory Alive! presents Stonewall Jackson Born in Clarksburg, West Virginia (then Virginia) Jackson was an orphan who became a renowned name in military […]

The eight mile “Walk Between the Parks” is scheduled for August 5, 2023 from 9:00AM and should conclude around 2:00PM at Canaan Valley Resort State Park. The registration fee includes shuttle service from Canaan Valley Resort State Park. Registration fee is $15 for adults and $10 for children (6-12) Pre-registration is recommended. In the link […]

Katie Fallon passionately shares her passion for an “unloved bird” and many other things about WV birds and nature at Hawks Nest State Park, Saturday, August 5, 2023. Katie will have a feathered friend with her. Don’t miss this 11:00 a.m. informative and interesting look into the important ecological value that the Vulture has in […]

Bil Lepp is at the Bathhouse at Cacapon Resort State Park! WV’s favorite storyteller and humorous liar, Bil Lepp is live and in person on Saturday, August 5, 2023. Mark your calendars for this Saturday evening show. Bring the family if you’re from the area for this fun hour. If you are an overnight guest […]

The 16th annual Art-in-the-Park series is a juried art fair that provides public access to fine artisans located in the Berkeley Springs region of West Virginia. Nationally known artists exhibit at this event, and the best part is artisans are local residents. Shows are rain or shine from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and located […]

Try your hand at weaving on a tape loom at Prickett’s Fort State Park. Participants will receive one hour of personal one-on-one instruction from one of our skilled interpreters on Friday, August 11 or Saturday, August 12, 2023. One-hour sessions are $20 per person and participants must be age 16 and older. One person per […]

Try your hand at weaving on a tape loom at Prickett’s Fort State Park. Participants will receive one hour of personal one-on-one instruction from one of our skilled interpreters on Friday, August 11 or Saturday, August 12, 2023. One-hour sessions are $20 per person and participants must be age 16 and older. One person per […]

“COAL” is the August theater production staged and performed at the Liz Spurlock Amphitheater at Chief Logan State Park. The drama begins at 8:30 p.m. This outdoor theater drama is presented nine evenings in August, 2023. According to www.thearacomastoryinc.com, "COAL" transports you to the coal mines of Logan, West Virginia, during the Great Mine Wars […]

Josh Folmsbee and the Crooked Roots will perform live music at Canaan Valley Resort on August 11, 2023. Mountain Music Friday Series returns to Canaan Valley Resort in 2023. Live music is slopeside at Quenchers Plaza from 6:00-9:00 PM. Free concert and open to the public. Sunset scenic chairlift rides are available with ticket purchase […]

Find live music in the courtyard at Twin Falls Resort State Park on Friday, August 11, 2023, from 6:00 - 10:00 PM. This is a free concert and open to the public at Twin Falls State Park lodge outdoor courtyard. Carry out beverages to the Courtyard and food service by Twin Falls Restaurant is available […]

The Watoga State Park Mountain Trail Challenge Races Half Marathon and 5K is held the second Saturday of August. The Watoga State Park Mountain Trail Challenge Races brings trail runners to the park each August for a tough half marathon or a beautiful 5K race on shaded woodland trails. All proceeds benefit the park through […]