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Tucker County Calendar of Events 2008
**Note- Calendar of Events and Dates are subject to change without notice. Please call to confirm.** We apologize for any errors, misspellings or omissions.
August 2008
2 Mid Summer Walk Between The Parks. Canaan Resort.
Enjoy a guided 8 mile hike between Blackwater Falls State Park and Canaan Valley Resort State Park with our naturalist, Destiny Phillips.
Registration information, dial (304) 866-4121 x2688.
1-2: Annual Frontier Weekend | Timberline Resort
Go back in time (circa 1835) for a weekend in the old West with authentic cow camp and chuck wagon complete with all the appropriate gear. Witness a live shoot out on horse back just behind Timberline Ski Lodge! Also enjoy trail rides, barbecue, square dancing, old western and mountain music live by the Saddle Tramps. Scenic chairlift rides Saturday and Sunday. Wear your western clothes and enjoy the events. There is no cover charge. Call early for reservations in the onsite hotel. Timbers Lodge features upscale rooms with scenic decks, two queen-size beds, plasma TV’s. Whirlpool spas available in some rooms. Stay for the entire Frontier weekend including the late night menu and entertainment.
1-3: 5th Annual Pickin' In Parsons. Parsons.
A celebration of Bluegrass and Hillbilly music. Rhonda Vincent and the Rage, Bobby Osborne and Rocky Top Xpress, Karl Shiflett and the Big Country Show from Texas, Bluegrass legend Ronnie Reno and the Reno Tradition from Tennessee, Faces Made for Radio from Ohio and many more are scheduled to perform. This event is located at the Five River Campground. www.fiverivercampground.com. Call 304-478-3515.
8-9: Man-cation | Canaan Valley Resort
This one is for all the guys! Enjoy a variety of activities, socials, and much more.
800-622-4121.
9: 5th Annual BBQ Cook-off | Canaan Valley Resort
Join us as locals and guest fire up their grills to compete for the coveted first place bragging rights to Best BBQ in the following categories: Chicken, Beef and Pork. Musicians/Singers wanted to compete in the Third Mountain Music Festival. Cash prizes awarded in all events.
Registration fee charged (for more info, contact 304-866-4121 ext. 2677)
10-12: Beginner Photography Workshop | Canaan Valley Resort
Join us for a weekend of workshops on photography, including some field activities. The focus will be on the compositional aspects of photography. Nature and beauty go hand in hand in the valley of Canaan. Limited space available. Call today to reserve your spot. For further information call 800-622-4121.
11: Mountain Festival / Annual BBQ Cook-Off | Canaan Valley Resort
Bring out your grills and compete for cash prizes in this crowd-pleasing annual event. Everyone welcome to join in -- bring your favorite recipes and share a sample with the crowd. While the cooks are busy, enjoy musical entertainment throughout the day provided by competitors (individuals and bands encouraged to compete). For further registration information, contact David Cooper at (304) 866-4121 ext. 2677.
16: Purple Fiddle Evening Concert | Canaan Valley Resort
15-16: Racefest VIII “Timberline 50” | Canaan Valley Resort
Paul Koontz production with motor bike races and ATV races. Special events for all participants and visitors alike including food and entertainment. For complete vacation planning and reservations call (304) 866-4801. Affordable bunkhouse lodging is available. For reservations at the Sitzmark Village Bunkhouse please call (800) 392-0152. Bunkhouses are located immediately on site at race center or, plan to stay all weekend at the upscale new Timbers Lodge which is also located at race center and enjoy the free entertainment and the excitement of the races within a short walking distance to the new hotel. For reservations in the hotel call (304) 866-4801. Popular rock band appearing live Saturday at 9:30 P.M.. Join us at one of the area’s biggest rock parties both nights. Early Saturday morning breakfast will be served in the ski lodge at 7 A.M.. Timbers Grill and Pub open for lunch and dinner with late night menu. No cover charge for musical performances. Scenic chairlift rides Saturday and Sunday.
20-23: Tucker County Fair. Parsons.
Free admission. Free live entertainment, a Queen’s contest, sled pull,
a mechanical bull and much more. 304-259-5315.
23: Canaan Culinary University | Canaan Valley Resort
New England Clam Chowder.
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