Events

Get a jump start on the weekend, July 14-15, 2022 at Twin Falls. Take advantage of these activities that are free to attend and open to any one interested or curious. The nature center is open from 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. Activities begin at the nature center unless noted otherwise. Thursday, July 14, 2022 3:30 […]

The Aracoma Story returns to the Liz Spurlock Amphitheater at Chief Logan State Park Remaining dates are July 14-17 and July 21-24, 2022 The Aracoma Story is a local historical drama based on the unlikely friendship and legendary romance between Chief Cornstalk's daughter Aracoma and a British renegade soldier Boling Baker. All shows begin at […]

Staged at Pipestem's ballroom, the July 15, 2022 Farm-to-Table will be luminated by the light of a 95% waning gibbous moon. With summer harvest time comes locally sourced produce, beverage, and products at this year's event. Gather at Pipestem Lodge for this extraordinary buffet meal, entertainment, and event. A moonlight stroll may be in order to […]

You’ll find interesting activities that reflect the story of Cacapon Resort State Park. Join Naturalist Valerie Chaney and summer team, Garrett, Allen and Mary at the nature center (unless another location is indicated), July 15-17, 2022. Friday, July 15, 2022 10:00AM Fishing 101 Meet at the Nature Center, then head out to the lake! Learn […]

July is moving fast and activities scheduled at Coopers Rock State Forest are focused on outdoor diversity. Join Naturalist and Certified Interpretive Guide Aubrey Bartman for these nature-based activities planned on July 15 - 17, 2022.. Participation in any or all hikes and activities is without cost, however children must be accompanied by an adult. […]

Enjoy these activities July 15-17, 2022 at Blackwater Falls State Park. From nature walks and butterflies to fire building and a workshop creating cordage from plants it's all about nature’s wonders. All activities meet at the Nature Center unless otherwise noted. Friday, July 15, 2022 Nature Center Open: 10:30 a.m. —5:00 p.m. 10:30 a.m. MASON […]

Civil War Days is staged at Twin Falls Resort State Park Ballfield. The reenactment and setting is presented by Wyoming County Historical museum and Hale’s Battery of the 22nd VA. Civil War Days is Friday July 15 - Sunday July 17. Come out and visit! Friday, July 15, 2022 • Reenactors begin arriving and setting […]

Mid summer fun continues at Twin Falls State Park. Join us July 15 -18, 2022 for these activities that include Civil War Days at the ballfield. July 15 - 17, 2022 Civil War Days will be held at the Ballfield. It will be a reenactment presented by Wyoming County Historical museum and Hale’s Battery of […]

Blackwater Falls State Park invite you to join interpretive guide and naturalist Paulita Cousin on an adventure to observe birds, butterflies and perhaps salamanders and other fauna in addition to taking a look at the current blooming wildflowers. Bird life around the nature center can include Alder Flycatchers, Chestnut-sided Warbler, Purple Finch, and Swamp Sparrow in […]

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 15, 2022 is “Josh Folmsbee & the Crooked Roots." Grab a bite at Quenchers […]

Come out and join WVDNR Biologist Jim Fregonara to learn the importance of snakes and their habitat. 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. This is a great educational and FUN opportunity […]

“The Ballad of Cass,” by Missy McCollum, an adaptation of “Cass: The Play,” by former Cass resident and playwright Nicolette Maleckar, will be staged as an outdoor Promenade immersive theatrical experience at Cass Scenic Railroad State Park. Small groups of viewers will stop at different sites in the historic Town of Cass to observe and […]

“Mansion Foodways” is a unique tour that explains the role that food played in the daily lives of the Blennerhassett family and their neighbors. The term Foodways is defined as an in-depth look at people (the Blennerhassett Family) in a location (Blennerhassett Island) and examines the procurement, the preparation, and the presentation of food on […]

Southern Stompers Clogging Group will be foot loose and fancy free at Beech Fork State Park on Saturday, July 16, 2022. Find this energetic group at the activity room at Park Headquarters at 6:00 p.m. Dances include old and new country, but Southern Stompers also includes some rock, and pop. Audience participation is encouraged. This […]

The Enduro at Valley Falls State Park is slated for July 17, 2022. Learn more about this event and about registration at https://www.facebook.com/WVENDURO/

In its 15th year, Art in the Park provides access to fine artists located in the Berkeley Springs region. 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. across the street from the Farmers Market. Art in […]

Mid-week at Cacapon there are programs about kayaking, primitive fire building and more. Join Naturalist Valerie Chaney and summer team, Garrett, Allen, and Mary and the park volunteers at the nature center (unless another location is indicated), July 18-21, 2022. Monday, July 18, 2022 10:00AM Tai Chi This class will help increase balance, flexibility, and […]

Bil Lepp is live at Blackwater Falls July 20. And there are more programs and activities July 18-21, 2022 at Blackwater Falls State Park. From bird walks to ‘Who was Porte Crayon?” It's all about nature’s wonders and the area. All activities meet at the Nature Center unless otherwise noted. Monday, July 18, 2022 Nature […]

Bil Lepp is an award-winning storyteller, author, and recording artist. He’s the host of the History Channel’s Man Vs History series, the occasional host of NPR’s internationally syndicated Mountain Stage, and a contributing columnist to the West Virginia Gazette-Mail. And he's live at Blackwater Falls State Park Lodge on July 20, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. […]

A state since 1963, West Virginia was actually millions of years in the making. The mineral wealth and natural beauty of West Virginia owe much to the geologic processes that began eons ago. Without geological processes, there would be no rocks, rivers, coal, oil or gas, minerals, or scenic beauty. “Indeed, there would be no […]

Mid summer is heading toward August but the fun continues at Twin Falls State Park. Join us July 21-22, 2022 for these activities. July 21, 2022 - Thursday 3:30 pm: Huckleberry Trail Hike Meet at Scouts Field Take a trip through the woods and add a little learning about the past with it. On the […]

Naturalist Jane Birdsong invites one and all to activities at Holly River State Park July 21 - 23, 2022. Attendance is free. Participation is fun. Because, by golly, it's Holly! THURSDAY, JULY 21, 2022 2 pm TREE ID WALK (YPP) Meet the park naturalist on the office porch for a short stroll around the building […]

The Aracoma Story returns to the Liz Spurlock Amphitheater at Chief Logan State Park Remaining dates are July 21-24, 2022 The Aracoma Story is a local historical drama based on the unlikely friendship and legendary romance between Chief Cornstalk's daughter Aracoma and a British renegade soldier Boling Baker. All shows begin at 8:30pm. Tickets may […]

It's a rockin' weekend at Cacapon Resort State Park. Geologist Ken Ashton welcomes '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 Cacapon's Nature Center at 7:00 p.m., Thursday, July 21, 2022. The program is free to attend and […]

Unique programs at Cacapon include medicinal plant walk, Owl Pals, and Morgan County Art Council art project. Join Naturalist Valerie Chaney and summer team, Garrett, Allen and Mary and park volunteers at the nature center (unless another location is indicated), July 22-23, 2022. Friday, July 22, 2022 9:30AM Medicinal Plant Walk Join Iris Kirsch, a […]

July is slipping away at Coopers Rock State Forest but there is still much to explore and experience. Join Naturalist and Certified Interpretive Guide Aubrey Bartman for these nature-based activities planned on July 22-24, 2022.. Participation in any or all hikes and activities is without cost, however children must be accompanied by an adult. July […]

The annual “Bug Bash” Weekend at Chief Logan State Park Lodge is July 22-24, 2022. Naturalist Lauren Cole invites all ages to join her to learn about some fascinating wildlife commonly known as ‘bugs’. “We are not bashing or mashing anything. We are learning about arthropods, butterflies, moths, fireflies and other insects in a fun […]

Live birds of prey at Camp Creek State Park are presented by the Three Rivers Avian Center (TRAC) on Friday, July 22, 2022 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. The evening […]

Walk and rock is a morning hike with Geologist Ken Ashton and Park Naturalist Valerie Chaney. Meet at 10:00 a.m. at Cacapon Lodge parking area. We'll set foot for a hike on Piney Ridge Trail to learn more and find rocks, minerals and fossils on this morning walk. This Geology Rockin' Hike is Friday, July […]