Blackwater Falls State Park - West Virginia State Parks

Blackwater Falls State Park

Schedule of Special Events

Janaury 2010

February 2010

March 2010

April 2010

April 3, 2010
Easter Egg Hunt
Blackwater Falls State Park
An old fashioned egg hunt for children 12 and younger. Hunt is at Harold S. Walters Nature Center. No fee.
Contact: 304-259-5216

April 23 – 25, 2010
Murder Mystery - Dinner Theater Weekend
Blackwater Falls State Park
It’s “Beach Blanket Bump-Off” and a who-dunnit evening and breakfast with the cast the following day. Great fun! Wonderful setting.
For reservations and info: 304-259-5216

May 2010

May 6- 9, 2010
49th Annual Wildflower Pilgrimage
Blackwater Falls State Park
An interpretive weekend packed with bird walks, wildflower tours, nature programs, craft exhibits & sales. Annual event co-sponsored by WV Federation of Garden Clubs and WVDNR. Advanced registration required.
For reservations and info: 304-259-5216 or 304-558-2754

June 2010

June 12, 2010
Blackwater/Douglas Falls Hike
Canaan Valley Resort State Park
Join us for a 10 mile hike staring off at the abandoned coke ovens by Douglas Falls, then through the junction of North Fork Blackwater River and the main river, across from Lindy Point. Spectacular views of the canyon and the river will be seen along this hike. Easy walking trail, but no way out once started. Please bring food, snacks, and plenty of water. $
For reservations and event info: 304-866-4121

June 19, 2010
West Virginia Day Celebration
Blackwater Falls State Park
A day full of activities to celebrate this great state. Entertainment by The Lilly Boys, bluegrass band.
For reservations and event info: 304-259-5216

June 19, 2010
Irish Road Bowling
Blackwater Falls State Park
Hurling a 28 oz. iron orb down rural paved roads is loads of fun. One of six Irish Road Bowling events at WV state parks in 2010. Visit www.wvirishroadbowling.com to learn about this sport.
For reservations and event info 304-259-5216

July 2010

July 2 – 4, 2010
Independence Day Events
Blackwater Falls State Park
Mountaineer Days in Thomas is all about fun with fireworks, crafts, parades. No charge for most events.
For event info: 304-259-5216

July 8, 2010
Three Rivers Avian Center (TRAC)
Blackwater Falls State Park
Come to the Live Birds of Prey Educational Program featuring Live Birds of prey native to West Virginia. Blackwater Lodge Harr Conference Center. No charge. One of several presentations this summer at WV state parks. See index for list.
Pipestem Resort State Park 304-259-5216

July 22, 2010
Squaredancing w/ Lou Maiuri
Blackwater Falls State Park
Old fashioned dance fun. Join us.
Contact: 304-259-5216

August 2010

August 14, 2010
Kultural Kinnikinnick
Blackwater Falls State Park
Living History presenters will make history come alive through demonstrations, nature rambles and cultural sharing of live in the 18th Century in West Virginia. See how the early cultures of Appalachia contributed to the blended culture we now share in West Virginia. Harold S. Walters Nature Center.
Contact: 304-259-5216

September 2010

September 10 -12, 2010
Astronomy Weekend
Blackwater Falls State Park
A special event in its 21st year. Noted Speakers, workshops and star gazing parties. Enjoy observing at one of the premier dark sky sites in the Eastern United States. No charge for any activity. Reservations needed for overnight accommodations.
Reservations and event info: 304-259-5216

September 21 – 24, 2010
Septemberfest
Blackwater Falls State Park
Available to anyone 50 years of age or older. A variety of programs will be offered to help you relax and enjoy the colors of autumn as they begin to appear in Tucker County, WV. Pre-registration required.
Registration and event info: 304-259-5216

October 2010

October 2, 2010
Wild Walks - Walk Between the Parks
Blackwater Falls State Park
This event features the eight mile walk between Blackwater Falls and Canaan Valley State Park. Shorter hikes also available. Pre-registration recommended. Shuttle service provided, lunch included. Fee based. Call for details.
Event info: 304-866-4121 or 304-259-5216

October 23, 2010
Halloween Party
Blackwater Falls State Park
Lots of fun for children 12 and under, refreshments available for the whole family at the Harold S. Walters Nature Center.
Event info: 304-259-5216

November 2010

December 2010

Blackwater Falls State Park
P.O. Drawer 490
Davis, WV 26260
304.259.5216
1.800.CALL.WVA
E-mail: blackwater@wvdnr.gov