Events

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

Dark skies with a sliver of moonlight makes the Canaan Valley 2023 Farm-to-Table dinner magical. This state park located in Tucker County W.Va., plans a wonderful dinner experience on August 18. This upscale dining event is a must attend dinner with courses showcasing local produce and products. This special dinner  features Watermelon Gazpacho Spiked Shooter, […]

It’s live music by The Letners at North Bend State Park on Friday, August 18, 2023 Sponsored by Prosperity Church, the concert is staged at Shelter #4, open to the public and free to attend. For more information email northbendsp@wv.gov or call 304-643-2931. Reserve lodging:

It’s live music by The Letners at North Bend State Park on Friday, August 18, 2023 Sponsored by Prosperity Church, the concert is staged at Shelter #4, open to the public and free to attend. For more information email northbendsp@wv.gov or call 304-643-2931. Reserve lodging:

It’s live music by The Letners at North Bend State Park on Friday, August 18, 2023 Sponsored by Prosperity Church, the concert is staged at Shelter #4, open to the public and free to attend. For more information email northbendsp@wv.gov or call 304-643-2931. Reserve lodging:

“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 […]

Payton Alexis will be performing live at Twin Falls State Park on Friday, August 18, 2023. Pull up a chair or bring your own and enjoy music from 6:00 - 9:00 PM. This is a free concert and open to the public at Twin Falls State Park lodge outdoor courtyard. Carry out beverages to the […]

Live birds of prey at Twin Falls State Park are presented by the Three Rivers Avian Center (TRAC) on Saturday, August 19, 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 […]

The Blackbird Knob Hike is special and for eight hikers a great day for a long hike at Canaan Valley Resort. Beginning at 9:00am and returning by 4:00pm, this hike requires advance registration. This Blackbird Knob Hike also falls on National Trails Day. Participants will be shuttled to the walk area. The hike is physically […]

Join a Free Trail Race at Valley Falls State Park on August 19, 2023 at 8:00AM. This race is FREE!  We’ll provide food and drinks, but bring some of your own fuel as well. Our aid station is under a large park shelter right next to the parking area so you can also use your […]

The NASA Stardome-Stories in the Sky! is back at Blackwater Falls State Park nature center on Saturday, August 19, 2023. There are four 45 minute programs that occur inside the dome, which is inside the nature center. Those times are 1:00 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 4:00 p.m., and 6:00 p.m. There is no fee to participate, […]

August 19, 2023 will have other activities planned through the day and weekend. However, a program about Honeybees warrants a solo post. We invite you join us at Cacapon Resort State Park for this ‘live-bee’ program. While you’re visiting checkout Cacapon’s flora meadows/pollinator habitat and our pollinator zone at the nature center. 10:30 AMA Honeybee […]

Kanawha State Forest hosts Rock the Park ‘23 on Saturday, August 19 from Noon to 5 pm and is sponsored by the Kanawha State Forest Foundation and is a Jim Snyder Production. This event features music by:Heavy HittersMinor SwingEmmalea Deal & the Hot MessJim SnyderPatty and the Butchers Message the forest foundation facebook pages with […]

Learn more about the Putnam family who built their 1802 Belpre home which is now located onBlennerhassett Island. The Putnam-Houser House is also known at Maple Shade. It is anawesome structure and the program elevates its long history with the Blennerhassetts. Join usSaturday, August 19, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. Take a “historic look-back” at the […]

Note: This event has been rescheduled for October 28, 2023 as part of  the "Mysterious Moon" special program. Make your own bat box from a precut kit to take home. Participants will use a screw driver and wood screws to assemble boxes together. Instructor Sam Muncy will be available to assist with assembly. A template […]

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 […]

One of the coolest flying creations of all time has to be the dragonfly. Together, we will paint one inbeautiful shades of blues and greens and make some 3D mesh wings too! Art on the Island-Dragonfly is on Sunday, August 20, 2023. Take the noon boat, bring or buysome snacks on the Island, and let's […]

The variety of scheduled activities for August 21 - 24, 2023 at Blackwater Falls State Park is open to the public and for all ages. Activities are hosted at the nature center unless indicated otherwise. The Nature Center is open Sunday - Friday from 10:30AM - 5:00PM and Saturday from 10:00AM-7:00PM. The boathouse is open […]

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 23 - 27, 2023. Activities are free to attend unless indicated and open to the public. When visiting Lost River take the […]

Nature and outdoor activities scheduled August 28-31, 2023 has a focus on nature at Pipestem Resort State Park. Activities are free to attend and enjoyable for any age. MONDAY, August 28, 2023 11:00 am- Taxidermy Talk *YPPCome by the Nature Center to learn about some of West Virginia’s native wildlife, see ourtaxidermy collection, and touch […]

A delicious Farm-to-Table dinner at North Bend State Park is scheduled for Thursday, August 24, 2023. This evening event is staged at Shelter #4 located near North Bend Lodge. A half moon will illuminate the evening casting 50% moonshine over the grounds. A popular dining experience, you’ll want to make reservations in advance for this […]