Events

Activities at Lost River State Park are about creatures and critters that make Lost River home. Visit the nature center or the Lee House, plus these activities at Lost River State Park, August 30 to September 3, 2023. Activities are free to attend unless indicated and open to the public. When visiting Lost River take […]

In addition to nature and outdoor activities scheduled September 1 - 3, 2023 also includes live music/concert and Wings of Wonder: Birds of Prey program at Pipestem Resort State Park. Activities are free to attend and enjoyable for any age. FRIDAY, September 1, 2023 5:00 pm- Wildlife Game *YPPMeet at the Nature Center for a […]

Time to step out and find Cacapon State Park activities September 1 - 4 2023. From clouds and snakes to moths, owls and geology activities and crafts are conducted or begin at the nature center unless noted. Open to the public and free to attend unless indicated. All ages welcomed. The nature center is open […]

Labor Day Weekend at Beech Fork State Park is brimming with activities and fun. Visitors are encouraged to take advantage of these opportunities September 1-3, 2023. Your host is Terry Watkins, Summer/Master Naturalist. FRIDAY, September 1, 202311:00am: Creature Feature: CicadasWhat’s all the buzz about??? Let’s find out more about the Cicada and do a craft, […]

The annual Holly River Festival is Labor Day Weekend, September 2nd and 3rd at Holly River State Park located in Hacker Valley, WVa. Family friendly events include craft vendors, food concession, live music, car show, quilt show, 5K run, photo contest, cake walks, games for all ages and visits to the one room school museum […]

September at Blackwater Falls State Park starts the surprise of fall colors of the deciduous forest. Discover these nature-based activities, September 2-3, 2023. SATURDAY, September 2, 2023The Nature Center Open from 10:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. Balsam Fir TrailJoin the naturalist for this stroll through a northern hardwood forest. About 70 minutes. 2 […]

Delectable Mountains Quilt Guild’s Quilt Auction is at Berkeley Springs State Park on Saturday, September 2, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. This outdoor event begins at 2:00 p.m. and benefits the Homeless Coalition. For full information and to view all the Yard Square quilts gallery, visit https://yardsquarequilts.com/ Lodging is available nearby at Cacapon Resort State Park. […]

Learn the basics of the Japanese art of Origami. You will make 3 different small origami pieces, as well as a large origami tassel project. This art class is staged at Cacapon Resort State Park’s nature center on Saturday, September 2, 2023 and the instructor is Amanda Solo. The class begins at 1:00 p.m. and […]

Local music stars, the Flashbacks, put their own twist on crowds pleasing hits from the ‘50s to the ‘80s. Benefit for Berkeley Springs State Park foundation the music started at 5:30 p.m on Saturday, September 2, 2023. The concert will conclude around 7:00 p.m. In case of rain, the music will move to Berkeley Springs […]

The Long Point String Band is an Old-Time Acoustic “Neo-Traditional” outfit from southern W.V. Come listen to good music on Saturday, September 2, 2023 at Pipestem Resort State Park amphitheater at 8:00 p.m. This concert is free and open to the public. Long Point String Band blends the authenticity of Old-Time Mountain Music, with the […]

The Holly River Hustle 5K Run/Walk at Holly River State Park is Sunday, September 3rd, 2023 beginning at 9:00 a.m. This is a totally shady timed run with medals overall and by age group, and random prizes, including a stay in a Holly River State Park cabin. Almost all of the race is on gravel/dirt […]

The Holly River Hustle 5K Run/Walk at Holly River State Park is Sunday, September 3rd, 2023 beginning at 9:00 a.m. This is a totally shady timed run with medals overall and by age group, and random prizes, including a stay in a Holly River State Park cabin. Almost all of the race is on gravel/dirt […]

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 […]

Three Rivers Avian Center (TRAC) is live at Pipestem Resort on Sunday, September 3, 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. What a nice program to attend after having Sunday lunch […]

Two special ladies grace Blackwater Falls State Park. One with stories of tall tales with some chilling moments and the other of historic dedication as a female serving in the Korean War. Plan to attend these activities and special programs September 4 - 7, 2023. MONDAY, September 4, 2023Nature Center Hours: 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 […]

Our mountain sides are beginning to change from greens to golds, reds and oranges at Pipestem Resort State Park. Find these activities and enjoy being outside as autumn approaches September 4-10, 2023. MONDAY, September 4, 2023 1:00 pm- Taxidermy Talk *YPPCome by the Nature Center to learn about some of West Virginia’s native wildlife, seeour […]

Women in history are alive at Blackwater Falls State Park on Thursday, September 7, 2023. Becky Park of Charleston West Virginia portrays Colonel Ruby Bradley at this 7:30 program. Open to the public, this inspirational portrayal of a gal from originally from Spencer West Virginia spans her military career. There is no charge to attend. […]

The 2023 Farm-to-Table dinner at Tygart Lake State Park is Saturday, September 9. This event is held at The Lodge restaurant and features locally sourced produce and products. With views of Tygart Lake, this is a lovely evening event.  The Lodge restaurant brings a new flavor to this year's Farm-to-Table with plated choices.  A Ginger […]

A September Saturday at Blackwater Falls State Park may leave you stumped with thinking about West Virginia’s history via the rings of a tree. Visit the nature center Saturday, September 9, 2023 to see the exhibits, learn about tree history, and more. SATURDAY, September 9, 2023 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. NATURE CENTER IS OPEN […]

Elk Management Tours in West Virginia are designed to learn about and visit where the reintroduction of elk in the Mountain State has occurred. The three-to-four-hour activity begins at 5:30 a.m. at Chief Logan Lodge, Saturday, September 9, 2023. The tour ticket includes a light breakfast, “All about Elk” conversation, transportation to the elk translocation […]

A summer’s end campfire at Kanawha State Forest is Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 6:00pm. Meet naturalist Tiffany at the nature center and a quick walk to the group camping area. There will be storytelling, marshmallows and lots of fun. It’s friend and family friendly. Enjoy the evening. Bring your chair. For more information about […]

In addition to enjoying fall colors painting the landscape, enjoy these activities at Blackwater Falls State Park Sunday, September 10 through Thursday, September 14, 2023. From geology to strolls and black bear aware programs, find us at the nature center unless noted. SUNDAY, September 10, 2023 10:00 a.m. Rockin’ on the Trail of GeologyJoin the […]

Elk Management Tours in West Virginia are designed to learn about and visit where the reintroduction of elk in the Mountain State has occurred. The three-to-four-hour activity begins at 5:30 a.m. at Chief Logan Lodge, Sunday, September 10, 2023. The tour ticket includes a light breakfast, “All about Elk” conversation, transportation to the elk translocation […]

Greens give way to golds, reds and oranges leaf colors of the deciduous forest at Pipestem Resort State Park. Find these activities and enjoy being outside September 11-17, 2023. MONDAY September 11, 20231:00 pm- Taxidermy Talk *YPPCome by the Nature Center to learn about some of West Virginia’s native wildlife, see our taxidermy collection, and […]

The sky's the limit at Blackwater Falls State Park, September 14-16, 2023. This weekend is the annual Astronomy fall event and made possible by the Kanawha Valley Astronomical Society. The activities/presentations are open to the public. For 34 years, Blackwater Falls State Park and the Kanawha Valley Astronomical Society have presented this free event under […]

Luna moths are extraordinarily beautiful insects and are unique to North America. Their bright green wings extend into long, thin tails and are a sight behold. They are sensitive to the environment. Join the staff of Lost River State Park on Thursday, September 14, 2023 at 11:00am for a Luna Moth Nature Talk. This informative […]

Try your hand at blacksmithing 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, September 15, 2023. One-hour sessions are $20 per person and participants must be age 16 and older. One person per session. Please register by contacting the Foundation Office […]

The Mary Ingles Trail Associates (MITA) presents the 2023 “Legacy of Mary Ingles” encampment and living history event. This year marks the 268th anniversary of Mary Ingles’ odyssey in 1755 as she was captured by, and escaped from, Shawnee Native Americans. This history and heritage program is September 15 - 17, 2023 at Beech Fork […]

The National Wild Foods Association’s 54th annual Nature Wonder Weekend at North Bend State Park is brimming with richness in wild edibles – many are in your backyard. You're invited to register and attend! This weekend, September 15-17, 2023 is devoted to nature and includes featured leaders, teachers and authors. This year the keynote speaker […]