BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CalDiscovery//caldiscovery//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH DESCRIPTION:Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https://caldiscover y.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains information fro m CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. SOURCE:https://caldiscovery.com/charleston-wv/src-9068.ics X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H X-WR-CALDESC:Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https://caldiscove ry.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains information fr om CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. X-WR-CALNAME:CalDiscovery - charleston-wv BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Secret Life of Mushroom Spores – Kanawha State Forest DTSTART:20260905T140000Z DTEND:20260905T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260822T184710Z UID:42733-1788602400-1788624000@wvstateparks.com CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Drop by the Kanawha State Forest Nature Center to discover the hidden world of fungi through mushroom spore prints. Get an up-close look by examining them under a microscope and learn how these tiny spores help mushrooms reproduce. \n\n\n\nWhile you’re there\, meet West Virginia Ma ster Naturalists Amy McLaughlin and Shawn Means. If you’re curious about the West Virginia Master Naturalist program\, fascinated by fungi\, or si mply enjoy learning about nature\, stop in for a conversation. Amy and Sha wn discovered their love of mushrooms through the Master Naturalist progra m and now teach its mushroom course. LAST-MODIFIED:20260822T184710Z LOCATION:Kanawha State Forest\, United States URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/secret-life-of-mushroom-spores-kanawha- state-forest/ X-SOURCE-NAME:West Virginia State Parks X-SOURCE-URL:https://wvstateparks.com/press-release/west-virginia-state-pa rks-and-recreation-endowment-board-to-host-meeting-feb-12 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2026 Farm to Table Event Series – Hawks Nest State Park DTSTART:20260905T210000Z DTEND:20260905T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260728T214922Z UID:37673-1788627600-1788627600@wvstateparks.com CATEGORIES:drink,food DESCRIPTION:📍The Overlook Restaurant \n\n\n\n🍸 Social starts at 5 p. m. \n\n\n\n🍽️ Dinner is at 6:15 p.m. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA farm fresh men u and a breathtaking view awaits you at the Overlook Restaurant at Hawks N est State Park. Start with an appetizer of bacon jelly on cream cheese cro stinis\, then a simple strawberry spring salad. The main event will featur e lemon herb chicken and beef brisket\, with whipped feta-roasted potatoes \, and seasoned baked asparagus. For dessert make sure you have room for C hef Sam’s blackberry cobbler with ice cream. A social featuring a cash b ar of local craft favorites starts at 5 p.m.\, with dinner served at 6:15 p.m. A special dine and stay package is available which includes two drink s from the bar\, dinner\, one night at Hawks Nest Lodge\, and breakfast at the Overlook Restaurant the next morning. Single is $201 and double is $2 92. Packages can be purchased by contacting Hawks Nest State Park directly at (304) 658-5212. LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T214922Z LOCATION:Hawks Nest State Park\, United States URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/2026-farm-to-table-event-series-hawks-n est-state-park/ X-SOURCE-NAME:West Virginia State Parks X-SOURCE-URL:https://wvstateparks.com/press-release/west-virginia-state-pa rks-and-recreation-endowment-board-to-host-meeting-feb-12 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Homegrown Music Series - Pipestem Resort State Park DTSTART:20260905T230000Z DTEND:20260906T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260818T184603Z UID:42676-1788634800-1788634800@wvstateparks.com CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:📍Black Bear Patio Stage \n\n\n\nHailing from the rugged hil ls of West Virginia\, singer-songwriter Shawn Benfield has cultivated a un ique and compelling musical voice that defies easy categorization. His art istry is a rich tapestry woven from a wide array of musical influences\, d rawing deeply from the wells of classic country\, the introspection of Tex as songwriter greats\, and the poignant\, often melancholic indie sounds o f artists like Elliott Smith. This signature fusion is what sets Shawn Ben field apart\, allowing him to create a sound that is as unique as the moun tain hollows he calls home. See you at the Black Bear Grill\, where the mu sic is free\, the drinks are cold\, and the pizza and wings are fabulous. \n\n\n\nFor more details\, contact us at (304) 207-4845. LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T184603Z LOCATION:Pipestem Resort State Park\, United States URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/homegrown-music-series-pipestem-resort- state-park-34/ X-SOURCE-NAME:West Virginia State Parks X-SOURCE-URL:https://wvstateparks.com/press-release/west-virginia-state-pa rks-and-recreation-endowment-board-to-host-meeting-feb-12 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2026 Farm-to-Table Event Series – Holly River State Park DTSTART:20260909T220000Z DTEND:20260910T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260728T214922Z UID:37534-1788976800-1788976800@wvstateparks.com CATEGORIES:food DESCRIPTION:📍The Cookhouse Restaurant \n\n\n\n🍸 Social Starts at 5:3 0 p.m. \n\n\n\n🍽️Dinner is at 6 p.m. \n\n\n\nWest Virginia State Park s\, in cooperation with the West Virginia Department of Agriculture\, is p leased to announce the 2026 Farm to Table Event Series! The individual tal ents of our state park chefs come to life as they craft unforgettable culi nary experiences\, preparing sumptuous dinners with the freshest products sourced from local vendors. \n\n\n\nEach dinner in the series will feature its own unique theme\, setting\, entertainment and menu. These annual eve nts at West Virginia’s state park restaurants create a unique summertime experience you don’t want to miss! \n\n\n\nThe most unique and coziest restaurant in the entire West Virginia State Park system is the Cookhouse at Holly River. Operated by Kristi Colburn\, the Cookhouse is a full-servi ce seasonal restaurant in the heart of Holly River State Park that delight s patrons with high-quality products and friendly service that is reminisc ent of walking into an old Appalachian homestead. That’s every day\, but for the Farm to Table event\, Kristi has curated a menu sourced and inspi red by the farms\, rivers\, and mountain traditions of West Virginia. Gues ts will enjoy a menu that celebrates locally sourced ingredients\, handcra fted preparation\, and rustic Appalachian comfort. \n\n\n\nKristi’s menu includes: Charred sweet corn brushed with herb cream butter\, smoked papr ika\, cotija-style cheese\, and fresh lime. Fresh seasonal greens\, cucumb ers\, cherry tomatoes\, carrots\, and garden herbs tossed with our scratch -made farmhouse Ranch dressing. Fresh-caught Rainbow Trout from the cold m ountain waters of West Virginia\, lightly seasoned and pan-seared to a gol den finish. Slow-simmered Appalachian stone-ground grits enriched with cre amy local cheese and sweet cream butter. Golden cornmeal fritters made wit h locally milled cornmeal\, sweet onions\, and buttermilk\, then fried cri sp. Shredded cabbage and carrots are folded into a sweet cream dressing wi th vinegar and fresh-cracked pepper. Slow-simmered baked beans layered wit h smoky bacon\, sweet peaches\, and fire-roasted red peppers in a rich bro wn sugar and molasses sauce with a hint of tangy spice. For dessert\, Indi vidual Lemon Cream Pies or Key Lime Pies made in-house\, topped with fresh ly whipped cream. \n\n\n\nBecause the venue is small\, ticket sales will b e limited and likely sell out quickly. Camping is available at Holly River State Park. For more information\, please contact Holly River State Park at (304) 493-6353. LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T214922Z LOCATION:Holly River State Park\, United States URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/2026-farm-to-table-event-series-holly-r iver-state-park/ X-SOURCE-NAME:West Virginia State Parks X-SOURCE-URL:https://wvstateparks.com/press-release/west-virginia-state-pa rks-and-recreation-endowment-board-to-host-meeting-feb-12 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2026 (VIPP) Weekend – Chief Logan State Park DTSTART:20260911T040000Z DTEND:20260913T035959Z DTSTAMP:20260812T184441Z UID:34838-1789084800-1789257599@wvstateparks.com CATEGORIES:community,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar now for the 2026 Annual “Very Important P arks Person” (VIPP) Weekend\, to be held at Chief Logan State Park! \n\n \n\nEach year\, fellow VIPP members enjoy a weekend full of amazing activi ties\, great entertainment\, delicious food\, and plenty of time to social ize\, relax and kick back. \n\n\n\nThe weekend is slated for Friday\, Sept . 11 and Saturday\, Sept.12\, 2026. To book your VIPP member weekend packa ge\, please contact Chief Logan State Park lodge at (304) 855-6100. \n\n\n \nPlease indicate how many VIPP members will be in attendance for the week end festivities. For questions\, contact Chief Logan State Park at (304) 8 55-6100\, or VIPP Coordinator Erin Jones at (304) 558-2764. LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T184441Z LOCATION:Chief Logan State Park\, United States URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/2026-vipp-weekend-chief-logan-state-par k/ X-SOURCE-NAME:West Virginia State Parks X-SOURCE-URL:https://wvstateparks.com/press-release/west-virginia-state-pa rks-and-recreation-endowment-board-to-host-meeting-feb-12 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Homegrown Music Series - Pipestem Resort State Park DTSTART:20260911T230000Z DTEND:20260912T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260818T184603Z UID:42679-1789153200-1789153200@wvstateparks.com CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:📍Black Bear Patio Stage \n\n\n\nGet ready for an unforgetta ble musical journey as Dave Runion\, the undisputed king of the one-man pa rty scene\, returns to the Black Bear Grill’s Patio! With his trusty pia no in tow\, this sensational West Virginia artist is poised to take the st age and deliver a fun\, high-energy musical ride that promises something f or everyone. His setlist is a carefully curated blend of musical eras and genres\, ensuring a night of constant toe-tapping and nostalgia. Patrons c an expect to hear beloved oldies that transport them back in time\, hard-d riving classic rock anthems\, and soulful country favorites. The Black Bea r Grill where the music is free\, the drinks are cold\, and the pizza and wings are fabulous. \n\n\n\nFor more details\, contact us at (304) 207-484 5. LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T184603Z LOCATION:Pipestem Resort State Park URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/homegrown-music-series-pipestem-resort- state-park-35/ X-SOURCE-NAME:West Virginia State Parks X-SOURCE-URL:https://wvstateparks.com/press-release/west-virginia-state-pa rks-and-recreation-endowment-board-to-host-meeting-feb-12 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Homegrown Music Series – Pipestem Resort State Park DTSTART:20260912T230000Z DTEND:20260913T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260818T184603Z UID:42681-1789239600-1789239600@wvstateparks.com CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:📍Black Bear Patio Stage \n\n\n\nThe band called Bicycle is a distinctive and energetic collective originating from the mountains of W est Virginia. Uniquely positioning themselves within the music landscape\, the group is comprised of passionate mountain bikers who also happen to b e accomplished musicians\, blending their two worlds into a singular artis tic expression. Their signature style has been dubbed “Afrolachian Rock\ ,” a term that speaks to a powerful fusion of African rhythms and rock e nergy filtered through the rich cultural tapestry of the Appalachian regio n. This ability to make familiar songs sound fresh and original contribute s significantly to their broad appeal. See you at the Black Bear Grill whe re the music is free\, the drinks are cold\, and the pizza and wings are f abulous. \n\n\n\nFor more details\, contact us at (304) 207-4845. LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T184603Z LOCATION:Pipestem Resort State Park\, United States URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/homegrown-music-series-pipestem-resort- state-park-36/ X-SOURCE-NAME:West Virginia State Parks X-SOURCE-URL:https://wvstateparks.com/press-release/west-virginia-state-pa rks-and-recreation-endowment-board-to-host-meeting-feb-12 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Kanawha Valley Astronomical Society Weekend – Blackwater Falls S tate Park DTSTART:20260918T040000Z DTEND:20260920T035959Z DTSTAMP:20260728T214922Z UID:42377-1789689600-1789862399@wvstateparks.com CATEGORIES:education,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Join the Kanawha Valley Astronomical Society for a weekend of out-of-this-world exploration! Guest speakers from West Virginia Universit y\, Marshall University\, Shawnee State University and the National Radio Astronomy Observatory will cover astronomical topics for all interest leve ls during the day\, including special interest topics such as astrophotogr aphy. Star parties will be held in the evenings (weather permitting) at th e Harold Walters Nature Center. Come out and enjoy the scenic beauty of We st Virginia and the amazing hospitality of our state parks and forests. Th is event is free and open to the public. \n\n\n\nAccommodations at Blackwa ter Falls State Park can be booked on-line or by calling the WV State Park s Call Center at 1-833-WVPARKS. \n\n\n\nFor more information please call t he Harold Walters Nature Center at Blackwater Falls State Park at (304) 25 9-5511. LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T214922Z LOCATION:Blackwater Falls State Park\, United States URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/kanawha-valley-astronomical-society-wee kend-blackwater-falls-state-park/ X-SOURCE-NAME:West Virginia State Parks X-SOURCE-URL:https://wvstateparks.com/press-release/west-virginia-state-pa rks-and-recreation-endowment-board-to-host-meeting-feb-12 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wings of Wonder-Live Birds of Prey: Kanawha State Forest DTSTART:20260919T180000Z DTEND:20260919T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260822T184710Z UID:42726-1789826400-1789826400@wvstateparks.com CATEGORIES:education,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Three Rivers Avian Center (TRAC) is live at Kanawha State Fore st. 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 r aptors. \n\n\n\nThis nature program is all about raptors native to West Vi rginia: hawks\, eagles\, falcons\, and owls. You’ll learn about the habi tat\, diet and behavior of each bird presented\, the most common causes of injury to each species and the laws protecting these special birds. \n\n\ n\nThere is no fee to attend. Open to the public\, the program lasts about an hour and questions are welcomed. This is a family friendly event. An e xcellent presentation for all ages. Join us with Three Rivers Avian Center and to meet the birds of prey. LAST-MODIFIED:20260822T184710Z LOCATION:Kanawha State Forest\, United States URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/wings-of-wonder-live-birds-of-prey-kana wha-state-forest/ X-SOURCE-NAME:West Virginia State Parks X-SOURCE-URL:https://wvstateparks.com/press-release/west-virginia-state-pa rks-and-recreation-endowment-board-to-host-meeting-feb-12 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2026 Farm to Table Event Series – Blackwater Falls State Park DTSTART:20260925T210000Z DTEND:20260925T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260728T214922Z UID:37677-1790355600-1790355600@wvstateparks.com CATEGORIES:drink,food DESCRIPTION:📍Harr Conference Center \n\n\n\n🍸 Social starts at 5 p.m . \n\n\n\n🍽️ Dinner is at 6 p.m. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs the autumn colors of Tucker County emerge\, there’s not a more beautiful setting than at Blackwater Falls State Park. Join the culinary team of The Smokehouse as t hey present their 2026 Farm to Table event. Guests will start the evening at 5 p.m. with a casual social featuring a cash bar of locally crafted bee rs and wines. At 6 p.m.\, guests will enjoy a plated meal featuring\, whip ped goat cheese crostini with hot honey roasted grapes and thyme on toaste d sourdough\, heirloom tomato and burrata salad\, pan seared trout with br own butter and lemon herb rice and herb roasted asparagus\, tri tip with R osemary\, crushed pepper and garlic\, fingerling potatoes and braised coll ards\, and for dessert\, applesauce cake with bourbon maple frosting\, cra nberry orange compote and walnut brittle. \n\n\n\nThe all-inclusive price for this dinner event is $78 per person\, all inclusive. Musical entertain ment by the highly talented Scott Cain\, and his hammer dulcimer will be f rom 5-8 p.m. Lodging is available by contacting Blackwater Falls State Par k directly at (304) 259-5216. LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T214922Z LOCATION:Blackwater Falls State Park\, United States URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/2026-farm-to-table-event-series-blackwa ter-falls-state-park/ X-SOURCE-NAME:West Virginia State Parks X-SOURCE-URL:https://wvstateparks.com/press-release/west-virginia-state-pa rks-and-recreation-endowment-board-to-host-meeting-feb-12 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:National Public Lands Day Celebration – Cacapon Resort State Par k DTSTART:20260926T040000Z DTEND:20260927T035959Z DTSTAMP:20260818T184603Z UID:42683-1790380800-1790467199@wvstateparks.com CATEGORIES:community,outdoors DESCRIPTION:National Public Lands Day is a collective act of care that str engthens our connection to the landscape and to each other. Through servic e and celebration\, we acknowledge our place as custodians of these shared treasures\, ensuring the American tradition of public lands endures for t hose who will inherit them. This year\, there’s even more reason to show up. National Public Lands Day (NPLD) falls during a landmark year as Amer ica celebrates its 250th anniversary. What better way to mark the occasion than by giving back to the public lands we all share. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nBioBlitz Walk: 10 a.m.\n\n\n\niNaturalist is an online community for sharing nature observations\, identifying species\, and contributing to science and conservation data. Meet at the nature center for this Natio nal Public Land Day Bioblitz with NEEF. Explore the monarch waystation\, f orested areas along a trail\, and pond habitats. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nHarvest Moon Hike: 7:15 p.m.\n\n\n\nHave a night sky friendly light to bring with you and dress for the weather. Each walk will have two options . One is a short hike to the upper lake (30 min.) and the other continues forward to the North Fork Cabins (1.5 hours). Things that may be seen and/ or heard: stars\, moon\, salamanders\, bats\, owls\, whip-poor-will\, fire flies\, deer\, etc. Local geology & park history could be discussed. Frien dly\, leashed pets are welcome. LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T184603Z LOCATION:Cacapon Resort State Park\, United States URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/national-public-lands-day-celebration-c acapon-resort-state-park/ X-SOURCE-NAME:West Virginia State Parks X-SOURCE-URL:https://wvstateparks.com/press-release/west-virginia-state-pa rks-and-recreation-endowment-board-to-host-meeting-feb-12 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:National Public Lands Day Events – Blackwater Falls State Park DTSTART:20260926T040000Z DTEND:20260927T035959Z DTSTAMP:20260828T184502Z UID:42773-1790380800-1790467199@wvstateparks.com CATEGORIES:community,outdoors DESCRIPTION:National Public Lands Day is a collective act of care that str engthens our connection to the landscape and to each other. What better wa y to mark the occasion than by giving back to the public lands we all shar e. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n🌱 Invasive Plant Removal at Blackwater Lodge: 10:30 a.m.\n\n\n\nThe Blackwater Falls State Park Naturalist asks for your help in eliminating invasive species from the park. Meet the Naturalist in the Blackwater Lodge lobby for an overview of the project. We will be focusing on some thorny plants\, so bring gloves if you have them. Tools and some gloves will be provided. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n🌙 Harvest Moon Hike: 8:30 p.m. \n\n\n\nMeet at the Nature Center for an after-dark exploration of the par k. Learn about our nocturnal residents and how they each have different ad aptations for life at night. Learn about the Dark Skies initiative at Blac kwater Falls State Park and\, weather permitting\, do some stargazing. Thi s hike will last about an hour and take place on paved and packed surfaces . Please dress for the weather and keep your light sources to a minimum. \ n\n\n\nFor more information\, contact the Blackwater Falls Naturalist at ( 304) 259-5511 or kenneth.a.noland@wv.gov. LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T184502Z LOCATION:Blackwater Falls State Park\, United States URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/national-public-lands-day-events-blackw ater-falls-state-park/ X-SOURCE-NAME:West Virginia State Parks X-SOURCE-URL:https://wvstateparks.com/press-release/west-virginia-state-pa rks-and-recreation-endowment-board-to-host-meeting-feb-12 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Invasive Special Removal Volunteer Day – Cass Scenic Railroad St ate Park DTSTART:20260926T130000Z DTEND:20260926T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260728T214922Z UID:42428-1790413200-1790413200@wvstateparks.com CATEGORIES:community,outdoors DESCRIPTION:National Public Lands Day is a collective act of care that str engthens our connection to the landscape and to each other. Through servic e and celebration\, we acknowledge our place as custodians of these shared treasures\, ensuring the American tradition of public lands endures for t hose who will inherit them. This year\, there’s even more reason to show up. National Public Lands Day (NPLD) falls during a landmark year as Amer ica celebrates its 250th anniversary. What better way to mark the occasion than by giving back to the public lands we all share. \n\n\n\nJoin the pa rk naturalist at Cass Scenic Railroad State Park for invasive species remo val. Volunteers should meet at the Cass Community Center by 9 a.m. to assi st the park in the removal of Japanese Barberry. The park will provide all of the tools\, gloves and equipment. \n\n\n\nFor more information\, pleas e contact Cass naturalist\, Joshua Daniel at (304) 456-4300. LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T214922Z LOCATION:Cass Scenic Railroad State Park\, United States URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/invasive-special-removal-volunteer-day- cass-scenic-railroad-state-park/ X-SOURCE-NAME:West Virginia State Parks X-SOURCE-URL:https://wvstateparks.com/press-release/west-virginia-state-pa rks-and-recreation-endowment-board-to-host-meeting-feb-12 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:National Public Lands Day volunteer Day – North Bend State Park DTSTART:20260926T130000Z DTEND:20260926T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260818T184603Z UID:42705-1790413200-1790413200@wvstateparks.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Meet at Cokeley Campground to assist in cleaning up trails and roadways in this beautiful lakeside campground\, Park staff will provide all supplies. \n\n\n\nFor more information\, please contact North Bend Sta te Park at (304) 643-2931. LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T184603Z LOCATION:North Bend State Park\, United States URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/national-public-lands-day-volunteer-day -north-bend-state-park/ X-SOURCE-NAME:West Virginia State Parks X-SOURCE-URL:https://wvstateparks.com/press-release/west-virginia-state-pa rks-and-recreation-endowment-board-to-host-meeting-feb-12 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:National Public Lands Day Hike – Lost River State Park DTSTART:20260926T130000Z DTEND:20260926T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T004515Z UID:42769-1790413200-1790413200@wvstateparks.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:National Public Lands Day is a collective act of care that str engthens our connection to the landscape and to each other. Through servic e and celebration\, we acknowledge our place as custodians of these shared treasures\, ensuring the American tradition of public lands endures for t hose who will inherit them. This year\, there’s even more reason to show up. National Public Lands Day (NPLD) falls during a landmark year as Amer ica celebrates its 250th anniversary. What better way to mark the occasion than by giving back to the public lands we all share. \n\n\n\nJoin the pa rk naturalist for a hike to Miller’s Rock! This will be a moderately dif ficult hike covering approximately 10 miles and taking around 5½ hours. M eet at the White Oak trailhead beside the stables at 9 a.m. Along the way\ , we’ll stop at Cranny Crow\, the Almost Heaven Swing\, Tusing Cabin\, t he fire tower\, and finally Miller’s Rock before turning around and doin g it all over again! Be sure to bring plenty of water\, snacks\, and comfo rtable hiking shoes\, and come prepared for some of the park’s most icon ic views. LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T004515Z LOCATION:Lost River State Park\, United States URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/national-public-lands-day-hike-lost-riv er-state-park/ X-SOURCE-NAME:West Virginia State Parks X-SOURCE-URL:https://wvstateparks.com/press-release/west-virginia-state-pa rks-and-recreation-endowment-board-to-host-meeting-feb-12 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:National Public Lands Day Volunteer Day – Audra State Park DTSTART:20260926T140000Z DTEND:20260926T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260818T184603Z UID:42703-1790416800-1790416800@wvstateparks.com CATEGORIES:community,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Volunteer on this important day by assisting staff in cleaning up debris and making the area shine for group camping and learning. The d ay will also include the logging of species found for Bioblitz. The event will take place at 10:00am at the Upper Picnic Area. All supplies will be provided by the park. For more information\, please contact Audra State Pa rk at (304) 457-1162. LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T184603Z LOCATION:Audra State Park\, United States URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/national-public-lands-day-volunteer-day -audra-state-park/ X-SOURCE-NAME:West Virginia State Parks X-SOURCE-URL:https://wvstateparks.com/press-release/west-virginia-state-pa rks-and-recreation-endowment-board-to-host-meeting-feb-12 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:National Public Lands Day Volunteer Day – Twin Falls Resort Stat e Park DTSTART:20260926T140000Z DTEND:20260926T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260818T184603Z UID:42707-1790416800-1790416800@wvstateparks.com CATEGORIES:community,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Volunteers can assist park staff in litter cleanup at the Twin Falls ballfield area. This event will take place during the park’s annu al Fall Festival. For more information\, please contact park naturalist Ta mmy Cooper at (304) 294-4000. LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T184603Z LOCATION:Twin Falls Resort State Park\, United States URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/national-public-lands-day-volunteer-day -twin-falls-resort-state-park/ X-SOURCE-NAME:West Virginia State Parks X-SOURCE-URL:https://wvstateparks.com/press-release/west-virginia-state-pa rks-and-recreation-endowment-board-to-host-meeting-feb-12 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:National Public Lands Day: Garbage Grabbers – Pipestem Resort St ate Park DTSTART:20260926T140000Z DTEND:20260926T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T004332Z UID:42710-1790416800-1790416800@wvstateparks.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:📍Long Branch Lake \n\n\n\nCelebrate National Public Lands D ay at Pipestem! Be a part of this impactful day and help make a difference in our public lands! Meet at the Splash Pad across from McKeever Lodge an d walk down to the Long Branch Lake shore for a garbage grab. This will ke ep our lake shore clean and maintain a healthy ecosystem for our wildlife. Most importantly\, we will focus on collecting misplaced fishing lines th at could endanger turtles\, birds\, and other animals. Garbage bags and gl oves will be provided. \n\n\n\nFor more information\, contact Julie.A.McQu ade@wv.gov. LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T004332Z LOCATION:Pipestem Resort State Park\, United States URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/national-public-lands-day-garbage-grabb ers-pipestem-resort-state-park/ X-SOURCE-NAME:West Virginia State Parks X-SOURCE-URL:https://wvstateparks.com/press-release/west-virginia-state-pa rks-and-recreation-endowment-board-to-host-meeting-feb-12 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:National Public Lands Day – Elk River Trail DTSTART:20260926T140000Z DTEND:20260926T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T192959Z UID:42799-1790416800-1790416800@wvstateparks.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:📍Elk River Trail Visitor Center \n\n\n\nParticipants should meet at the Elk River Trail State Park Visitor Center by 10 a.m. to assis t the park superintendent and staff in an invasive species removal project . Volunteers fill focus on removing Japanese stiltgrass\, autumn olive and other invasives. Light litter cleanup will also be included. A seated sta tion will also be set up to allow participants to create native wildflower seed balls which will be planted along the trail. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T192959Z URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/national-public-lands-day-elk-river-tra il/ X-SOURCE-NAME:West Virginia State Parks X-SOURCE-URL:https://wvstateparks.com/press-release/west-virginia-state-pa rks-and-recreation-endowment-board-to-host-meeting-feb-12 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:National Public Lands Day-Geology Hike: Kanawha State Forest DTSTART:20260926T143000Z DTEND:20260926T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T004332Z UID:42729-1790418600-1790418600@wvstateparks.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:National Public Lands Day is a collective act of care that str engthens our connection to the landscape and to each other. Through servic e and celebration\, we acknowledge our place as custodians of these shared treasures\, ensuring the American tradition of public lands endures for t hose who will inherit them. This year\, there’s even more reason to show up. National Public Lands Day (NPLD) falls during a landmark year as Amer ica celebrates its 250th anniversary. What better way to mark the occasion than by giving back to the public lands we all share. \n\n\n\nJoin Geolog ist Randy Toth with the West Virginia Geological and Economic Survey out o f Morgantown\, WV for a free program on West Virginia geology at the natur e center. An interactive hike will follow! LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T004332Z LOCATION:Kanawha State Forest\, United States URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/national-public-lands-day-geology-hike- kanawha-state-forest/ X-SOURCE-NAME:West Virginia State Parks X-SOURCE-URL:https://wvstateparks.com/press-release/west-virginia-state-pa rks-and-recreation-endowment-board-to-host-meeting-feb-12 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:National Public Lands Day – Beech Fork State Park DTSTART:20260926T150000Z DTEND:20260926T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T193230Z UID:42806-1790420400-1790420400@wvstateparks.com CATEGORIES:community,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Celebrate and assist in maintaining the beauty of our public l ands by joining park staff in a litter cleanup around the park. All partic ipants should meet at the Park’s activity room located at the Beech Fork Park Office. All supplies will be provided. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T193230Z LOCATION:Beech Fork State Park\, United States URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/national-public-lands-day-beech-fork-st ate-park/ X-SOURCE-NAME:West Virginia State Parks X-SOURCE-URL:https://wvstateparks.com/press-release/west-virginia-state-pa rks-and-recreation-endowment-board-to-host-meeting-feb-12 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:National Public Lands Day – Beartown State Park DTSTART:20260926T170000Z DTEND:20260926T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T013150Z UID:42658-1790427600-1790427600@wvstateparks.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:📍Beartown Boardwalk \n\n\n\nJoin us for a Naturalist led hi ke of the Beartown Boardwalk. We will discuss geology and the flora & faun a of this amazing park. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T013150Z LOCATION:Beartown State Park URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/national-public-lands-day-beartown-stat e-park/ X-SOURCE-NAME:West Virginia State Parks X-SOURCE-URL:https://wvstateparks.com/press-release/west-virginia-state-pa rks-and-recreation-endowment-board-to-host-meeting-feb-12 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:National Public Lands Day – Watoga State Park DTSTART:20260926T190000Z DTEND:20260926T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T013150Z UID:42656-1790434800-1790434800@wvstateparks.com CATEGORIES:community,outdoors DESCRIPTION:📍Watoga Nature Center \n\n\n\nCome to Watoga State Park and exoerience the live Owl Show & Dark Sky event. Learn about these stealthy night hunters and their need for dark skies. Learn about International Da rk Sky Parks and things you can do in your own community to promote dark s ky principles. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T013150Z LOCATION:Watoga State Park\, United States URL:https://wvstateparks.com/event/national-public-lands-day-watoga-state- park/ X-SOURCE-NAME:West Virginia State Parks X-SOURCE-URL:https://wvstateparks.com/press-release/west-virginia-state-pa rks-and-recreation-endowment-board-to-host-meeting-feb-12 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR