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Fifth Annual West Virginia Archery in the Schools Program State Tournament March 27 at the Charleston Civic Center

March 10, 2010

The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (DNR) will host its fifth annual West Virginia Archery in the Schools (AIS) Program State Tournament at the Charleston Civic Center on Saturday, Mar

Better than a thousand words – Photography Workshop at Cass Scenic Railroad State Park June 11-13

March 10, 2010

Cass Scenic Railroad State Park will be hosting a photography workshop featuring national award winning photographer Clayton Spangler from Friday, June 11

Spring Gobbler Hunter Cabin Special at Bluestone State Park

March 10, 2010

With Spring Gobbler Season in West Virginia beginning April 26, Bluestone State Park in Summers County has “called up” some reduced rental cabin rates for park guests and hunters alike. From April 26

State Parks Marching Through Winter with Madness, Music and More

March 08, 2010

Regardless of entrance, lion or lamb, March is here. It’s time to shake off the winter-time blues or lingering effects of cabin fever and take advantage of the variety of events and offers at West Virginia’s state

Gander Mountain Store in South Charleston to Host Archery in the Schools Program Training April 20 and 21; Sign-up Deadline April 9

March 05, 2010

Virginia Division of Natural Resources Wildlife Resources Section (DNR) will hold its next Archery in the Schools (AIS) Program instructor training April 20-21 at the Gander Mountain Store in South Charleston, according to Jerry Westfall, DNR’s

Steal Away for Jazz at Hawks Nest State Park March 6

March 02, 2010

A jazz performance by “Stolen Moments” will be the featured entertainment March 6 at the next dinner theater event at Hawks Nest State Park. The musicians are members of the West Virginia Symphony Orchestra.

Irish Eyes are Smiling on the 23rd Annual West Virginia Irish Heritage Festival at Pipestem Resort State Park March 13

March 02, 2010

Celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day at Pipestem Resort State Park Saturday, March 13, with “The Earl of Elkview and the O’Daugherty Family Singers” along with special guest Buddy Griffin and some new

Tourism Adventure Media Advisory March 8-21

February 22, 2010

The Odessa Philharmonic, under the baton of Hobart Earle, returns to North America for the first time in more than ten years. The orchestra is internationally prominent and has performed in some of the

Spring Vacations at W.Va. State Park Cabins Offer Reduced Rates by Booking in Advance

February 17, 2010

Superintendents at 11 West Virginia state parks and forests with cabins are planning ahead. They believe families and friends will be looking for an affordable spring getaway or early vacation after

Twin Falls State Park Scrapbooking Weekend March 19-21

February 17, 2010

Scrapbooking continues to be a great pursuit by individuals and scrapbooking friends. Twin Falls State Park in Wyoming County has scheduled a weekend devoted to the art and craft of scrapbooking on March 19-21.

Rare Civil War Artifacts at Blennerhassett Museum Through Feb. 28

February 17, 2010

Civil War history comes alive at Blennerhassett Museum of Regional History through a special traveling exhibit from the Teacher’s Discovery program of Auburn, Michigan. Civil War artifacts from private

Enjoy Valentine’s (and President’s Day!) Weekend at W.Va. State Parks February 12 – 15

February 10, 2010

North Bend State Park in Ritchie County sets the pace for Valentine’s and President’s Day weekend packages, activities and dinners Feb. 12 – 15. In addition

Konami And WV Games For Health Launch The 2010 Dancedance Revolution West Virginia State Championship Tournament

February 09, 2010

Officials of the West Virginia Public Employees Insurance Agency (PEIA), West Virginia Department of Education and the West Virginia Games for Health Project

Trout Stocked the Week of Feb. 1-5, 2010

February 05, 2010

The following waters were stocked the week of February 1, 2010.

Tourism Adventure Media Advisory Feb. 22 - March 7

February 04, 2010

The Israel Ballet presents Don Quixote in celebration for the 400th anniversary of the publication of the first part of Miguel de Cervantes novel 'Don Quixote de la Mancha.' The Israel Ballet is the only Ballet