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| Blackwater Falls State Park Schedule of Special Events for 2008 |
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Blackwater Falls State Park offers a variety of ongoing activities, call for additional information *Events, times & schedules subject to change. |
| March 2008 |
| March 22 Easter Egg Hunt One-thousand Easter eggs are hidden for children 12 and younger to fine and keep. A visit from the Easter Bunny will be in order too! Contact: Blackwater Falls State Park 304-259-5216 |
| March 28-30 Murder Mystery Weekend "Where There's a Will, There's a Wake", a comedy, drama, thriller in the setting of the mountain lodge at Blackwater Falls. For Full details, information. registration form, click here. Contact: Blackwater Falls State Park, Pat Hissom, 304-259-5216. |
| April 2008 |
| May 2008 |
| May 8 - 10 47th Annual West Virginia Wildflower Pilgrimage The famous activities packed weekend includes bird walks, wildflower tours, nature programs, beginner wildflower and bird identification workshops, craft exhibits and sales* Annual Event. Contact: Blackwater Falls State Park , 304-259-5216 |
| June 2008 |
| June 24 On the Wings of the Monarch - Blackwater Falls Join the Naturalist at the Nature Center to take a close look the life cycle of our state butterfly. This in-depth look at the monarch butterfly's fascinating habits and its North American journey will amaze you. We take a hike to see the habitat of the monarch butterfly at Blackwater and their important role in nature. A National Pollinator Week Activity Contact: Blackwater Falls State Park, 304-259-5216 |
| July 2008 |
| July 3 Bil Lepp - Champion Liar and Storyteller A winner of the West Virginia Liars Contest, Bil Lepp tells tall tales written by himself and his brother. His outrageous stories about Buck-dog, fishing, politics, trains, the rodeo and many others will have the audience roaring with laughter. Open to the public. No charge to attend. Contact: Blackwater Falls State Park 304-259-5216 |
| July 4-6 Independence Day Activities in Tucker County With Blackwater Falls in the center of July 4th festivities, you can't miss all the activity. Mountaineer Days in Thomas features crafts, fireworks, gift & novelty shops, parades and more. Activities in Davis & Canaan Valley too! This is a can't miss week - lots to do. Contact: Blackwater Falls, 304-259-5216 |
| July 15 Three Rivers Avian Center - Birds of Prey Program What bird says “who cooks for me, who cooks for you all?” Don’t know! Come to this Birds of Prey Education Program featuring live birds of prey native to West Virginia. Live raptors, including hawks and owls are part of this educational program. You’ll learn about the habitat, diet and behavior of each bird presented, the most common causes of injury to each species and the laws protecting these special birds. Open to the public. No charge to attend. Contact: Blackwater Falls State Park 304-259-5216 |
| July 24 Applachian Dance and Square-dancing Join the 2008 Vandalia Award recipient, Lou Maiuri for an evening of dance and fun. Open to guests and public. No charge to attend for kicking up your heels or cooling them. Come on and have some fun. To read about Lou Maiuri, Click here. Contact: Blackwater Falls State Park 304-259-5216 |
| August 2008 |
| August 19 Garry Boothe – Magician & Balloon Artist Garry is a magician and children’s entertainer, and he performs magic and balloon artistry with a twist. A great family entertainer. Contact: Blackwater Falls State Park 304-259-5216 |
| September 2008 |
| September 23 - 26 Septemberfest Senior Fling This event offers a variety of programs, tours and activities planned especially for people 50 years of age and older. Contact: Blackwater Falls State Park 304-259-5216 |
| October 2008 |
| October 4 Wild Walks Weekend This event features the eight-mile walk between Blackwater Falls and Canaan Valley State Parks. Shorter walks are also featured. This event is co-sponsored by Blackwater Falls State Park, Canaan Valley State Park, and the West Virginia Scenic Trails Association. Contact: Blackwater Falls State Park 304-259-5216 or Canaan Valley Resort State Park 304-866-4121 |
| October 24 – 26 Astronomy Weekend Workshops, keynote speakers, and star parties are some the activities at this event with novice and more advanced amateur astronomers in mind. Contact: Blackwater Falls State Park 304-259-5216 |
| November 2008 |
| December 2008 |
Blackwater Falls State Park
P.O. Drawer 490
Davis, WV 26260
304.259.5216
1.800.CALL.WVA
E-mail: blackwater@wvdnr.gov
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