New River Gorge National Park
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Saturday May 11 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Macro-invertebrates Sandstone Falls Stream Discovery
Discover life of the New River in this hands-on river critter study. Join a ranger to take a closer look at macro-invertebrates like water insects, crayfish, and more as you learn about the import role these creatures play in river ecology.Meet at Sandstone Falls boardw......More
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Sunday May 12 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Steep Mountain Wildfire Hike
Hike, 2.0-mile hike on moderate terrain. See where wildfire happened on the land in 2023. Walk the fire line and learn how wildland fire affected the ecosystem of the New River Gorge. Meet at War Ridge Campground on Backus Mountain Road near Prince.
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Tuesday May 14 8:00pm - 9:30pm EDT
Salamander Stroll
0.2 mile walk with uneven, rocky terrain. Search for a glimpse of salamanders and other creatures of the night after dark, species that prefer the rock walls and crevices of the New River Gorge. Bring a flashlight. Be prepared for rocky, steep terrain on the short walk.......More
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Saturday May 18 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Forest Fungi Hike
1.5 miles. Join a ranger on the Burnwood Trail to learn more about our forest's fungi. On this walk we will discuss the basic lifecycle of mushrooms and use field guides to identify different fungi species. Meet at Burnwood Day Use Area across Route 19 from the Canyon R......More
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Sunday May 19 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Nature in Watercolor
Try your hand at watercolor painting with a ranger inspired by the beautiful nature of Grandview. See the blooming rhododendron and hear more about the rich stories of this site. All skill levels welcome. Painting tools will be provided. Meet at Grandview Visitor Center......More
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Sunday May 19 2:30pm - 3:00pm EDT
Rhodo Wander
Take a leisurely stroll around the site to see and photograph the beautiful blooms of Catawba Rhododendron. Meet at the Grandview Visitor Center. Find out more about the Rhododendron Festival in the Beckley area at https://visitwv.com/events/ Meet at Grandview Visitor C......More
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Sunday May 19 3:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Rhodo Wander
Take a leisurely stroll around the site to see and photograph the beautiful blooms of Catawba Rhododendron. Meet at the Grandview Visitor Center. Find out more about the Rhododendron Festival in the Beckley area at https://visitwv.com/events/ Meet at Grandview Visitor C......More
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Friday May 24 7:30pm - 9:00pm EDT
Active SWV Grandview Full Moon Walk
2 miles. Walk a bit of the Grandview Rim Trail into the night with a stop at the North Overlook to see the rise of the full moon. Meet at the Grandview Visitor Center. https://members.activeswv.org/calendar Meet at Grandview Visitor Center
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Sunday May 26 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Castle Rock Adventure Hike
1 mile. Explore life on and around the rock cliffs at Grandview, its geology, lichens, rhododendron, wildlife, and more. Join aranger on this rocky, rugged trail below the cliff line, then see panoramic views of the gorge from the top of the cliffs.Meet at Grandview Vis......More
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Friday May 31 9:00pm - 11:00pm EDT
Moth Watch
Learn about and see moths of the New River Gorge as we search for these night insects attracted by artificial light. Bring a flashlight and camera with a flash if desired. Field observation session end time will be determined by the moths. Meet at Canyon Rim Visitor Cen......More