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3rd Annual Southern Boreal Bird Festival
Canaan Valley Resort State Park
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Date: June 5-7
The 3rd Annual Southern Boreal Bird Festival at Canaan Valley. Canaan Valley and its surroundings is the ideal habitat for many species of birds found further north in the North American continent. Some birds to be seen are the Northern Saw-Whet Owl, Yellow-bellied Spasucker, Alder Flycatcher & Bobolink to name a few. Include daily walks, workshops and guest speakers.
* Lodge package offered / day guest also welcome to join in the fun. Contact Canaan Valley Resort 800-622-4121 |
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Tucker County Regional Health Fair
Canaan Valley Resort State Park
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Date: June 6
Tucker County Regional Health Fair (Bear Paw/Ski Area) Canaan Valley Resort. Sponsored by: Mon. General Hospital, 7:00AM to 1:00PM
Description: Must fast for 12 hours Multiphasic Blood Analysis $30, Thyroid $15, PSA (Men Only) $15, 35 test and screening Free. EKG, ( Ultrasounds of gallbladder--fast for 8 hours), aorta and carotid arteries.
Turtle Slide--Free Admission charge---Free
For more information: Karol Koast, Mon. General Hospital Community Wellness, PO Box 1615, Morgantown, WV 26505 304-599-7358
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Rhythm & Blues Weekend
Date: June 12-13
Timberline hosts live rhythm and blues music weekend starting friday evening through Saturday night. There is no cover charge for any of the performances.
Call Timberline Four Seasons Resort for more information 800-766-9464
Date: June 13
Join us for a 10 mile hike starting 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. We will hike down the canyon through mixed hardwood forest. 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. We will start at Canaan Valley Resort & State Park, taking the shuttle to the ovens. Shuttle leaves at 9am. Contact Canaan Valley Resort 800-622-4121 for registration and more information. |
Date: June 13
Culinary University. Canaan Valley Resort 800-622-4121
Birds of Canaan Valley: Spring 2009 Walk
Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge
Date: June 13 begins at 7am
They (birds) are active in our woods, fields and wetlands. Birds are flying from their winter home to their summer residence, where they begin mating and preparing to raise young. Join volunteer Casey Rucker for a spring bird walk. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking boots or shoes. Bring binoculars, or use a pair of ours. Carry water if desired. Migration brings us birds that we don't find here other times of the year. Come, learn about them. The program is free and will last about 2-3 hours. It is co-sponsored by the Refuge and the Friends of the 500th.
What's Blooming on the Refuge Walk
Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge
Date: June 14 2pm
Meet at the Refuge Visitor's Center, Led by Master Naturalists. Call 304-866-3858 for more information.
Snapping Turtles
Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge
Date: June 19
Have you seen these long lived valley residents digging in the loose gravel near the roads? Wildlife Biologist Dr. Ed Michael will tell us the story of these creatures from 6-9pm at the Refuge Visitors Center.
West Virginia Day!
Blackwater Falls State Park
Date: June 20 Irish Road Bowling-Lilly Mountaineers
A day full of actvities from Irish Road Bowling with the WV Irish Road Bowling Association, tie-dyed t-shirts, traditional mountain music with the Lilly Mountaineers. Irish Road Bowling starts at 1:30pm and registration fee: Adult $12 , Chidren 12 and under $8. Contact Beverly Putnam (304)269-5100 to register for Irish Road Bowling and details. Tie Dye t-shirt Craft. Activity fee of $6 to cover materials. 10am to 2:30pm at the Harold S. Walters Nature Center. Lilly Mountaineers Concert 8pm Blackwater Falls Conference Center. Admission: $5 per person. Contact: Blackwater Falls State Park 304-259-5216
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Timberline Motorcycle Rally
Date: June 17-21
The rally will feature live bands each day through out the week with both rock and country vocals and instrumental music. Enjoy scenic motorcycle riding, field events, bike show, vendors, good food and big nightly parties in the resort's Timbers Pub and outside deck.
Call Timberline Four Seasons Resort for more information 800-766-9464
Date: June 19-21
West Virginia Days of Celebration. Civil War Re-enactment Canaan Valley Resort will host it's 13th Annual WV Days Celebration with a civil war re-enactment, authentic encampment, battlefield and surgery demonstrations. Arts, crafts, hayrides and much more. Canaan Valley Resort 800-622-4121
Valley Vibes: Native Trout and their Habitat
Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge
Date: June 20
Trout Unlimited presenters Gary Berti and Randy Kesling will share the stage for this exploration. Find out what we can do to help conserve this native of our cold water streams. Begins at 7pm at the Refuge Visitors Center
St. George Days
St. George, WV
Date: June 27
It's that time of year when the community of St. George hosts a wide variety of events and activities.
St. George Days kicks off Saturday, June 27, with the annual Wing Cook-off at the park. Cooks can register from 8-11am and judging starts at 1pm.
At 10am, the St. George United Methodist Church will have a hotdog and dessert sale. The church will also have a history display and a silent auction.
Also on Saturday, is Bingo all day, starting at 10am and a cake walk at 6pm at the church. The St. George Academy museum will be open to the public.
The baked goods auction begins at 2pm at the park. It will include a Kingsford grill, a bunch of homemade goodies and much more. For more information contact Donna Bohon at 304-478-4934 or Sandra Bohon at 304-478-1164.
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Blue Grass Festival
Date: June 26-28
Enjoy three days of blue grass music while bands compete in a battle of the bands culminating in the awarding of first and second place prizes Saturday, June 27th. Sunday morning the bands will present blue grass gospel until noon on June 28th.
Call Timberline Four Seasons Resort for more information 800-766-9464
Annual Celtic Music Festival
Date: June 26-27
Enjoy the increasingly popular Celtic music presented by recognized Celtic artists playing traditional Irish songs; both vocal and instrumantal renditions of quintessential Celtic sounds will be presented on fiddle, mandolin and guitar. Later, at 9pm contemporary and traditional music for dancing until 1am with no cover charge. There is a full menu in the Fireside Grill and late night menu. For weekend reservations in the new onsite Timberline Resort Hotel and suites please call 304-866-4801
Canaan MTB Festival
Blackwater Bikes
Davis, WV
Date: June 26-28
Friday June 26---Ladies Day! Sue Haywood will lead a women's tour and do on trail skills building. We will leave from Blackwater Bikes at 10am and ride on the Canaan Valley Institute's beautiful property in Davis. These trails have a mix of open grassy meadows, singletrack in the woods, and the famous "moon rocks". This is geared towards the intermediate rider who wants to try more technical terrain in a fun, supportive atmosphere. Trailside lunch is provided. To sign up for more info-- suzehaywood@yahooo.com
Saturday June 27---Group Trail Rides starting at 9am out of Blackwater Bikes.
Organized Rides*
Hardcore---This ride is long and hard, but oh so fun. Ride a mix of the toughest trails on Canaan Mt. led by a local hardcore.
Intermetzo---Not as long or as tough, but really good trail riding.
Ultimate Fitness Ride---Camp 70 up to Beardon's Knob, Canaan Loop Road, 244 up Blackwater Canyon. No singletrack, but lots of miles.
State Championship Loop---Be a champ, ride the moonrocks, but at a pleasure pace.
Nice and Easy---Camp 70 flat loop along the Blackwater River.
Olsen Tower---Climb up to the tower for an awesome view.
Night Ride on State Championship Course---YOU are a vampire and only come out at night.
Ride Downhill---at Timberline Four Season Resort on your own for gravity fed fun.
Donation to Tucker Country Trails Club requested of $15 for rides.
*(may change due to trail conditions)
Saturday Night---Enjoy the local food scene of Davis, Thomas, Canaan Valley and all of Tucker County. Come have a brew at the Mountain State Brewery Company. Listen to music at Brew Pub and Purple Fiddle.
Sunday June 28
9am -Noon---Trail Maintenance led by the Tucker Country Trails Club on a local riding trail. Come give back to the trails!
10-12---Family and Kids Ride on Camp 70 and Dobbin House. Take the kids out and have a good time.
2pm-4pm---Bike Hash: Try something different...Let the Canaan Valley Hash Hounds Harriers remind you how fun drinkers are with a mountain biking problem. Come sun or mud! For more information contact Blackwater Bikes, 304-359-5286 or www.BlackwaterBikes.com
Great American Campout
Date: June 27
The National Wildlife Federation and Canaan Valley Resort invite you to attend the Great America Campout.
Remember when life was simple? When camping out in the yard with friends and catching fireflies was the best fun? Share those times with your own kids and grandkids, neighbors and friends when you join in NWF's Great American Backyard Campout at Canaan Valley Resort. $7 per tent
The event includes:
Nature Hikes, Scavenger Hunts, Crafts, Swimming, Games, Bonfire, Horse Shoes, Campfire Songs, Volleyball, Star Gazing, Ladder Golf and Owl Prowl
Campsite setup and cooking demonstrated by Cabela's. Participants are responsible for bringing their own camping gear, including tents, personal necessities, food and drink. Contact Canaan Valely Resort for more information. 800-622-4121 www.canaanresort.com/campout
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