It is Fayetteville’s Wild Weekend Nature Festival and we have fun events happening all weekend long! From educational programs designed specifically for youngsters and adults to guided hikes in the New River Gorge along with adventure activities.  Fayetteville’s Wild Weekend will offer a variety of activities and workshops for all ages and interests. Come and celebrate the features, creatures, and culture that make Fayetteville the unique place that it is.

Fayetteville’s Wild Weekend Nature Festival Schedule:

Friday

10am-5pm           Pop-up Nature Center at Fayetteville Visitor Center

1pm-4pm             Kids Camp Sponsored by the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection take-home kits will be available for pick up from the Fayetteville Visitor Center starting at 1:00pm on Friday. These kits are available to the public and will be distributed on a first come first serve basis. If you signed up for the in-person camp, a take-home kit will be reserved, and you can pick it up anytime during the Wild Weekend event.

7pm                       Birds of Prey Presentation with Three Rivers Avian at the Fayetteville Visitor Center

Saturday

9am                       Yoga with New River Yoga at Adventures on the Gorge pool deck ( $10)

9am                        Mushroom Hike lead by Amy McLaughlin and Shawn Means (Register)

10am-5pm           Pop-up Nature Center at the Fayetteville Visitor Center

11am                     Snakes of WV with Roy Moose at the Fayetteville Visitor Center

12:30pm               Vulture: The Private Life of an Unloved Bird with Katie Fallon at The Fayetteville Visitor Center

2pm                       Tree ID Hike  with Chase Raso at the  Burnwood Trail

2pm-5pm             Nature Market -Vendors Fayetteville Visitor Center

Sunday

9am                       Yoga with New River Yoga at Adventures on the Gorge pool deck ($10)

9am                       Foraging Hike with Mitchell Dech Wolf Creek Birding Center Enter Wolf Creek Park  via Nick Rahall Greenway; pass Bridge Brew Works; turn left down gravel road, turn right                                     into the parking lot for Wolf Creek Trail Parking) (Register $10)

10am-3pm           Pop-up Nature Center at the Fayetteville Visitor Center

12pm                     Mountain Biking Races at Arrowhead Bike Farm Brapps then Tapps Event (R $)

1pm                       Fayetteville Wild Weekend 1 Hour Stand Up Paddle Board  Sampler at Kanawha Falls (Register $)

2:40pm                 Fayetteville Wild Weekend 2 Hour Stand Up Paddle Board Tour (Register $)

Register = Please registered to reserve your spot

($) = small fee required to participate with this activity

Stay tuned as we update the schedule with more events!

Friday

Three Rivers Avian Center will be presenting their “Wings of Wonder: WV Birds of Prey” program this Friday, August 13 at 7 PM in the parking lot at the Fayetteville Visitor Center. The event is free, open to the public and great for all ages. Come meet their newest Ambassador, Benny the Barn Owl! Five other native WV Raptor Ambassadors will join him, including live owls, falcons, hawk and our bald eagle Regis. Learn about the habitats they live in, the foods they eat, their unique abilities and the dangers they face. Pick up pro-active tips for helping WV’s wild birds and get a chance to ask questions during this award-winning interactive program. Masks are encouraged as well as social distancing. Please bring a chair! They will be set up in the parking lot of the Fayetteville Visitor Center.

The Settlement at the Burrito Bar Breeze Hill

7pm-11:55pm

Join us for a night of good times good people and good music. $10 at the door.

THe Euphoric Chimney Corner Cafe

7pm-10pm

Berth at the Rendezvous River Lodge

8pm

Saturday

Fayette County Farmers Market

Wiseman Ave. Courthouse Parking Lot beside Court House

8am-12:30pm

New River Yoga at Adventures on The Gorge Pool Desk

9am

Mushroom Hike lead by Amy McLaughlin & Shawn Means

9am Registration Required with limited group size

Master Naturalists and mushroom enthusiasts Amy McLaughlin & Shawn Means will lead a free mushroom walk along the Park Loop Trail at Fayetteville Town Park.

Whether you are a beginning mushroom hunter, a fungus freak or just curious about fungi, you are welcome to join us as we scour the woods for specimens to identify. This is a great opportunity to learn more about how to identify mushrooms and find out what makes them so unique.

Look for the mushroom flag near the trailhead. We’ll start our walk precisely at 9:00 AM, so don’t be late! Our walk will be about 1 mile over mostly level ground, but some places might have tricky footing, so wear appropriate footwear.

Please, no dogs – not everyone is comfortable with canines and it’s hard enough to wrangle a group of humans on the trail.

Family Mountain Bike Camp at Arrowhead Bike Farm

9am-4pm

Add mountain biking to your list of family activities by participating in The Arrowhead Bike Farm’s Family Mountain Bike Camps! Whether your whole family is new to riding or you want to share your love for riding with your kids, these camps create a fun and welcoming space for the whole family to improve through practicing skills and spending time out on the trail. We will work through ways to be more stable on your bike, have more control while riding, how to navigate trail features, and many more skills based on group interest! Our professionally trained and certified instructors will provide individual feedback to each of the riders in a fun, enthusiastic and confidence-building way. In addition to our great instructors, we keep group sizes small to provide the largest amount of personal instruction possible.The morning will consist of skill sessions at the Bike Farm and the afternoon will focus on bringing those skills to the trail! We’ll wrap up the day with a family ride out to the quintessential New River Gorge view, Long Point.

Snakes of WV with Roy Moose

11am Fayetteville Visitor Center

Join Roy Moose as he presents his very popular “Snakes of West Virginia” program at the Fayetteville Visitor Center. Learn more about all the snakes found in West Virginia and how to identiy venomous snakes.

Katie Fallon Presenting Vulture: The Private Life of an Unloved Bird

12:30pm

Katie Fallon is author of Vulture and Cerulean Blues and we are thrilled to have her joining this years festival to present “Vulture: The Private Life of an Unloved Bird. Vultures are often overlooked, underappreciated, and unloved, despite the vital role they play healthy ecosystems. Worldwide, vultures are more likely to be threatened or endangered than any other group of raptor, but in the United States Turkey and Black Vultures may be increasing in number. Based on Katie Fallon’s recent book, this fun presentation will discuss the life and times of the noble Turkey Vulture, including its feeding, nesting, and roosting habits, migratory behaviors, and common misconceptions.” She will be presenting at the Fayetteville Visitor Center.

Nature Market Fayetteville Visitor Center

2pm-5pm

Join us for a pop-up nature market in front of the Fayetteville Convention and Visitors Bureau from 2pm-5pm. We will have nature-inspired items available including handmade art, jewelry, honey, candles, flowers, soaps and more!

Abe Partridge with Andrew Adkins at Freefolk Brewery

7pm

Alabama artist tour de force Abe Partridge performs at The Freefolk Brewery stage with Andrew Adkins supporting. Don’t miss this show

The Mighty Good Times at The Rendevous River Lounge

THIS SATURDAY! Don’t miss out on an evening of Folk, Blues and Rock with Richmond, VA’s The Mighty Good Times! Music starts at 8:00pm, FREE show!

Sunday

New River Yoga at Adventures on The Gorge Pool Desk

9am

Foraging Hike Lead by Mitchell Dech

9am at Wolf Creek Nature Park $10 requires registration with limited spots

West Virginia and the Appalachian Mountains are a forager’s paradise. Summer is the perfect time to learn about the skills involved in foraging for wild food. Discover the delicacies that can be found in the woods. Roots, tubers, and shoots, greens, buds, and flowers are among the various plant structures that are available for harvesting. Follow a local legend the “Berry Man” Mitchell Dech as he leads our foraging hike. This event will be hands-on exploring to discover, discuss, and learn about edible plants in their habitats. Come prepared with comfortable shoes for moderate hiking 2miles.

Brapps Then Taps Arrowhead Bike Farm

12pm-5pm

This race will start and end at the Bike Farm with a loop through the newest National Park in the country on the Arrowhead Trails and beyond!Date: August 15, 2021Race Start: 12:00 pmAll Junior & Youth classes and Just for Fun = $15.00 (+online reg fees)All other classes = $30.00 (+online reg fees)On-site Registration is an additional $10
To register follow this link: https://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=238698…Race Route:
Beginner Course:
https://bit.ly/3iijPSySport & Pro Course: https://bit.ly/3lkpCJm
NOTE: Race age is your age at the end of the year (12/31/2021)
This race requires you to be a WVVMBA member and have a USA Cycling license. You will be charged an additional $5 for each if you’re not a member or a license holder.
If you plan to purchase a yearly WVMBA membership or a USAC license do so before registering for this race.Purchase the WVMBA membership first to receive a discount for USAC license. 

Brunch & Live Music at the Southside Junction Tap House

Enjoy brunch at the Southside Junction Tap House from 12pm-3pm along with $3 mimosas. There will be live music from 2pm-5pm. Join us Sunday, August 8th for LIVE MUSIC with Randy Gilkey, $3 Mimosas, and Brunch Specials!

Fayetteville’s Wild Weekend 1 hour stand Up Paddle Board Sampler

1pm requires registration $

Enjoy this one hour into to SUP trip with Moutain Surf Paddle Sports as part of the Fayetteville Wild Weekend! Learn the basics of Stand Up Paddleboarding and explore Kanawha Falls in Glen Ferris Fayette County.

Fayetteville’s Wild Weekend 2 Hour SUP Tour

2pm requires registration $

Enjoy this group SUP as part of Fayetteville Wild weekend. These trips are 2 Hour to Stand Up Paddleboarding tours where you can learn the basics of SUP and explore the beautiful Kanawha Falls up close!

Freefolk Irish – Ish Jam Session

3pm-5pm

Andrew Caldwell hosts the Irish-ish Jam Session on The Freefolk Stage. Join us every third Sunday for an eclectic Irish based jam that is open to anyone of any skill level, beginner to experienced.

Welcome, Captain Thurmond’s Racers!!! We have a fun weekend lined up with Captain Thurmond’s Challenge Triathlon, Captain Thurmond 5k, and Thurmond Triathlon.

Friday

Chakra Girls Sacred Circle

6pm-8pm

You will not want to miss this multi-sensory exploration of the chakra system!
You are invited to join Brenda Jean Helms, E-RYT , YACEP, on an insightful
journey of the seven chakras with music, candlelight, aromatherapy, crystals, and a guided meditation through the rainbow of colors!
This experiential workshop will end with a special tea service and a chakra girls sacred circle.

Each participant will receive a take-home chakra kit with lots of goodies!!
LIMITED TO TEN STUDENTS
*please pay in advance to hold your spot*

Mama Said String Band at The Rendevous River Lodge

8pm–11pm

Louisville, KY’s Mama Said String Band make their Rendezvous River Lodge debut on Friday, August 6th for two sets! Music starts at 8 pm, FREE show!–A four-piece collection of songwriters, David O’Neal, Taylor Shuck, Katie “Didit” Caudill, and Kaitlen Farmer, is Mama Said String Band. Based out of Louisville, KY and established in 2016, Mama Said String Band brings a refreshing reinvention to sounds once forgotten. Individually, each member’s background spans multiple cultures, genres, and styles. Together, they draw influences from Bluegrass, Folk and Americana while focusing on vocal harmonies and contemporary instrumentation to build an eclectic, eurythmic melody and tactfully delivered message.https://mamasaidstringband.com/

Saturday

Catptain Thurmond Fun Run 5k

8am

On August 7th, come run/walk a 5k or 2k and stay to cheer on the Captain Thurmond Challenge triathletes! 100% of the proceeds support the local youth mountain bike team and the trails they ride on.The fun run course leaves the Courthouse and winds through town before bringing you back to finish where you started.Day of registration opens at 7am or sign up early here: https://runsignup.com/…/Fayette…/CaptainThurmond5KFunRun

New River Yoga at Adventures on The Gorge Pool Desk

9am

Fayette County Farmers Market

Wiseman Ave. Courthouse Parking Lot beside Court House

8am-12:30

Captain Thurmond’s Challenge

10am

Captain Thurmond’s Challenge is held in the center of beautiful downtown Fayetteville, WV & is an extreme triathlon consisting of 28.5 miles of the most extreme Mountain Biking, White Water and Running in the state and some would say the East Coast. Participants can register to compete as part of Raft Team, a Relay Team, or in the Solo Division.If you’re looking for teammates or are concerned about the White Water leg of this race, we encourage you to contact us and we will be happy to help you assemble a team.This race is part of the New River Gorge Challenge Weekend so pack up the friends and family and head on out for a weekend of racing for every level! In addition to the Captain Thurmond’s Challenge on Saturday, August 7th, 2021, a 5K will also be held in town that morning with proceeds supporting the New River Gorge Learning Co-Op. There is also an awesome FAMILY-FRIENDLY triathlon held Sunday, August 6th in the town of Thurmond, WV, a short drive from Fayetteville.

“Unconventional” Exhibition Opening at Love Hope Center for the Arts

4pm to 8pm

Love Hope Center for the Arts is proud to open the exhibition “Unconventional”. Refreshments will be provided. Craig Philip Debastiani will be performing music from 5 to 6 pm.

Trailer Park Poets at the Chimeny Corner Cafe

6pm-9:30pm

Raya and The Last Dragon Movie Night Destination Downtown Oak Hill at the Lively Amphitheater

8:30pm

Long ago, in the fantasy world of Kumandra, humans and dragons lived together in harmony. However, when sinister monsters known as the Druun threatened the land, the dragons sacrificed themselves to save humanity. Now, 500 years later, those same monsters have returned, and it’s up to a lone warrior to track down the last dragon and stop the Druun for good.the movie starts at dusk

Sunday

New River Yoga at Adventures on The Gorge Pool Desk

9am

Thurmond Triatholon

The Town of Thurmond is making plans to hold the Thurmond Triathlon, a beginner triathlon, on Sunday, August 8, 2021. The beginner triathlon will take place in Thurmond and is open to anyone 7 years of age and older. Individuals, duos or families will bike from the Historic Thurmond Depot 2 miles to Stone Cliff where they will then paddle 1.5 miles to the Dun Glen Day Use area. From there contestants will run a two mile loop around the Historic Town of Thurmond.

A Tribute to Paul’s WV Jazz ” One For The Road”  at Our House Pub & Grill

10:30am-1:30pm

Brunch & Live Music at the Southside Junction Tap House

Enjoy brunch at the Southside Junction Tap House from 12pm-3pm along with $3 mimosas. There will be live music from 2pm-5pm. Join us Sunday, August 8th for LIVE MUSIC with Randy Gilkey, $3 Mimosas, and Brunch Specials!

Chakra Girls Sacred Circle

6pm New River Yoga

 $25
You will not want to miss this multi-sensory exploration of the chakra system!
You are invited to join Brenda Jean Helms, E-RYT , YACEP, on an insightful
journey of the seven chakras with music, candlelight, aromatherapy, crystals, and a guided meditation through the rainbow of colors!
This experiential workshop will end with a special tea service and a chakra girls sacred circle.

Each participant will receive a take-home chakra kit with lots of goodies!!
LIMITED TO TEN STUDENTS

Lodging Highlight:Cozy Court Street #2

Perfect location 1 mile from the New River Gorge Bridge in the heart of downtown Fayetteville. Cozy, fully furnished 1 bedroom apartment within walking distance to all town amenities. Make this your home away from home. Off-street free parking, wifi, queen bed, and smart TV. Walk to breakfast at Cathedral Cafe or Wood Iron Eatery and then later walk to dinner at Pies N Pints or Firecreek Ribs & Steaks.

Mark Your Calendars for Fayetteville’s Wild Weekend Nature Festival

We want to invite you to come on an adventure with us and discover all of the nature that Fayetteville has to offer. We are celebrating what makes Fayetteville so wild with a nature festival from August 13th through the 15th. From educational programs designed specifically for youngsters and adults to guided hikes in the New River Gorge along with adventure activities.  Fayetteville’s Wild Weekend will offer a variety of activities and workshops for all ages and interests. Come and celebrate the features, creatures, and culture that make Fayetteville the unique place that it is. Stay tuned for schedule updates as more events are finalized. Enjoy activities from nature paddle boarding tours to salamander talks. We will have a nature market and educational booths set up at the Fayetteville Convention and Visitors Bureau. If you would like information on booth space or on the event email us at info@visitfayettevillewv.com or call 304-574-1500. Friday, August 6th is the last day to register for the kids camp. Several of the guided hikes have limited spots and require registration.

Learn More

We have lots of fun lined up this weekend in town with live music all weekend long and the Fayette Farmers Market.

Friday & Saturday

The Big Lebowlski Food Truck at Freefolk Brewery

The Big Lebowski brings their famous dude-worthy culinary creations to The Freefolk Brewery this Friday and Saturday!

Friday

Lady D at Chimney Corner Cafe

7pm

Lady D arrives at Chimney Corner Cafe this Friday,July 30 at 7pm!! You don’t want to miss this!

New River Taste Budz at Maggie’s Pub

10pm-3am

Fritz & Co. The Rendevous River Lodge

8pm–11pm

Virginia’s Fritz & Co. bring their mix of roots-rock, rock and roll, and blues to the Rendezvous River Lodge at Adventures On The Gorge in Lansing, WV on Friday, July 30th! Music starts at 8pm, FREE show.—Based out of the Tri-Cities region in Southwest Virginia, rock and roll outfit Fritz & Co. consists of members Logan Fritz, Neal Reid, Tyler Mullins, and Matt Mulilns. During the four years since the group’s inception, Fritz & Co. has performed extensively across the Southeast region with notable performances including numerous appearances at Bristol’s Rhythm & Roots reunion as well as shows with artists such as Brent Cobb, Whiskey Foxtrot, Folk Soul Revival, Annabelle’s Curse, 49 Winchester, and many more.https://www.fritzandcompany.com/

Saturday

New River Yoga at Adventures on The Gorge Pool Desk

9am

Fayette County Farmers Market

Wiseman Ave. Courthouse Parking Lot beside Court House

8am-12:30

Scott Honaker at the Pink Pig

5pm-8pm

Greg Riordan of The Foxhole Prayers at The Freefolk Brewery

7pm

Greg Riordan of The Foxhole Prayers returns to The Freefolk Brewery Stage. Riordan performs his all-original, riveting acoustic songs with unforgettable intensity.

Jaws on the Lake Ace Adventure Resort Wonderland Water Park

8pm

Are you afraid of sharks? Do you think about what is swimming around in the water with you? Now is your chance to face these fears with your best friends at Wonderland Waterpark. Watch Jaws on the big screen while you float around our lake in your very own inner tube. Be sure to keep your eyes peeled for those West Virginia freshwater sharks too!

The Settlement at the Rendevous River Lodge

8pm-11pm

Huntington, WV’s Funk-Fusion Jam Band, The Settlement make their return to the Rendezvous River Lodge on Saturday, July 31st for two sets! Music starts at 8pm, FREE show.–The Settlement is a funk-fusion jam band from Huntington, WV. Cleverly combining rowdy rock riffs, complex jazz harmonies, funky bass lines, dreamy pop melodies, jammin’ reggae grooves and a multitude of diverse world music influences, the eclectic ensemble truly offers something for everyone. Each member has their own unique flavor and contributes to the bands’ vast array of sounds. Each set is different from the last, offering an original live performance that thrives on energy, improvisation, communication and creativity.https://www.facebook.com/thesettlementband
https://thesettlementband.com/

Ken Kruger at Charlie’s Pub

10pm

Sunday

New River Yoga at Adventures on The Gorge Pool Desk

9am

Live Music from Water Light at Our House Pub & Grill

10am -1pm

Brunch & Live Music at the Southside Junction Tap House

Enjoy brunch at the Southside Junction Tap House from 12pm-3pm along with $3 mimosas. There will be live music from 2pm-5pm.

Charlie’s Pub Open Mic Night

Lodging Highlight: Lafayette Cottage

Perfect location for anyone exploring historic Fayetteville WV or the New River Gorge National Park. Charming and spacious, this adorable English cottage-style home has been newly renovated and beautifully decorated throughout. Only a 5-minute walk to downtown shops, pubs, restaurants, walking, biking, hiking trails, etc. 3 spacious bedrooms and 1 bath, comfortably sleeps 6 guests. Sleep like a baby in heavenly beds. Fast Internet/Wifi (1 GB), patio, grill, fire pit, etc.Space perfect getaway for couples, a girl’s weekend, or family vacation… where adventure awaits and great memories are made!
Best known as “The place to stay in Fayetteville WV”, this lovely cottage is located in the heart of historic Fayetteville, (voted Coolest Small Town in America), and within walking distance to trails leading to the New River Gorge Bridge and National Park. Loaded with beautiful antiques and all the amenities of home… including a fully stocked kitchen (cook just about anything your heart desires), new stainless steel appliances, new heating and air, fast Internet service / great wifi (1GB), spacious living room, dining room, and a spacious family room with large flat-screen TV, etc. Located on a beautiful and quiet tree-lined street, near the Fayetteville WV courthouse. Warm-up at the Coffee & Tea Bar, after returning from your outing, with a variety of complimentary snacks, Starbucks coffee, and a selection of tea and hot chocolate. Relax and enjoy grilling dinner on the cozy side porch, and/or roasting marshmallows and s’mores under a star-lit sky.

Mark Your Calendars for Fayetteville’s Wild Weekend Nature Festival

We want to invite you to come on an adventure with us and discover all of the nature that Fayetteville has to offer. We are celebrating what makes Fayetteville so wild with a nature festival from August 13th through the 15th. From educational programs designed specifically for youngsters and adults to guided hikes in the New River Gorge along with adventure activities.  Fayetteville’s Wild Weekend will offer a variety of activities and workshops for all ages and interests. Come and celebrate the features, creatures, and culture that make Fayetteville the unique place that it is. Stay tuned for schedule updates as more events are finalized. Enjoy activities from nature paddle boarding tours to salamander talks. We will have a nature market and educational booths set up at the Fayetteville Convention and Visitors Bureau. If you would like information on booth space or on the event email us at info@visitfayettevillewv.com or call 304-574-1500.

Learn More

We have lots of fun lined up this weekend in town with live music all weekend long, the farmers market,

Freefolk India Pale Ale Festival

Friday 23-Saturday 24 1pm-10pm

Celebrate the IPA at our annual Freefolk India Pale Ale Festival. We will feature our own IPA’s along with guest taps from West Virginia’s finest craft breweries. If you love IPA’s don’t miss this event. Featuring music by Lady D on Friday the 23 and Brian Cantley on the 24. What’s Cookin’ Pop Up Kitchen returns to delight our taste buds! 

Nicholas County Fair

Nicholas County Veterans Memorial Park Summersville, WV

The 2021 Nicholas County Fair will be held on July 22-24, 2021. We are planning lots of fun from amusements and entertainment to food and vendors.

Friday July 23, 20214:00pm Gates Open $5.00 Gate Fee4:30pm WVU Mountaineer Arrives5:00pm – 10:00pm Rides Are Open – BINGO – EXHIBITS – PETTING ZOO – FACE PAINTING – FOOD VENDORS/NON FOOD VENDORS6:00pm Jim O’Dell Music9:00am – 1:00pm Dairy Goat Show at the Livestock Barn2:30pm – 5:00pm Dairy Goat Show at the Livestock Barn8:00pm Coal Fired Band Saturday July 24, 202112:00pm Gates Open $5.00 Gate Fee1:00pm – 5:00pm Rides Are Open – BINGO – EXHIBITS – PETTING ZOO – FOOD VENDORS/NON FOOD VENDORS – HORSE DRAWN WAGON RIDES – ROY MOOSE SNAKE EXHIBIT AND SHOWS2:00pm – 5:00pm Tractor/Classic Car/Motorcycle Show2:00pm – 4:00pm Johnny Spolarich5:00pm – 7:00pm Livestock Show at The Livestock Barn5:00pm – 7:00pm 4H Animal Exhibits at The Livestock Barn5:00pm – 6:00pm Billy Starcher and Tabitha Williams 6:00pm – 11:00pm Rides will re-open7:00pm – 10:00pm Nite Phix Band **** 9:00pm **** ALL EXHIBITS MUST BE PICKED UP****ART SHOW, QUILT SHOW, FOOD VENDORS, NON-VENDORS AND GAMES ARE OPEN AND AVAILABLE FROM OPEN TO CLOSE****TICKET AND ARMBANDS PRICES ARE SET AT THE DISCRETION OF THE AMUSEMENT COMPANY****WAGON PRICES ARE SET AT THE DISCRETION OF THE EQUINE GROUP

Friday

Lady D at The Freefolk Brewery

7pm

West Virginia’s First Lady of Soul returns to the Freefolk Stage! Lady D is an immensely talented vocalist and a jewel of West Virginia. A must see show!

Full Moon Yoga Nidrā Meditation & Sound Immersion

Full Moon Yoga Nidrā Meditation & Sound Immersion $20
July 23 7-9pm
Farm called CROW
4340 Gatewood Rd
Fayetteville, West Virginia Full Moon illuminates our opportunity to repose, reflect & release that which is not serving us. This is a powerful time to create positive change in our lives. Cosmic Water Yoga & Sounds and Farm called CROW invites you to open every cell in your body to the transformational vibrations of a Cosmic Water Yoga Sound Immersion & Yoga NIdrā on July 23, 2021 at 7:00pm and leave Farm called CROW feeling radiant and effervescent. Rhythmic or oscillating processes provide the foundation for all creation. Much of life is directed by the interwoven rhythms of nature. The Earth rotates on its axis as we revolve around our star, as the Moon orbits our home planet. We naturally attune ourselves to the cycles of the sun and the moon, synchronizing with the rhythms they create.Sound healing practices like Cosmic Water Yoga’s New Moon Yoga Nidrā Meditation & Sound Immersion, utilize sound (or pressure) waves to help us reduce stress, create a stable mediative state, and create a deep sense of peace and well-being for better health.*The 2-hour Somatic Sound Sojourn begins with the recitation of ancient mantra to prepare our mind-state. Using contemplative visualizations, imagery, breath(pranayama) and somatic yoga movements: space and stillness are created for the deeper experience.We will then create a comfortable reclined or seated position to maintain through the rest of the practice. Then simply repose in restorative resonance to the mesmerizing, kaleidoscopic sound imagery of gongs, brass Tibetan & crystal singing bowls, tanpura, harmonium, flutes, voice, strings, bells and sundry shamanic sounds for an even deeper meditative state.The healing properties of sound are well documented in many ancient cultures. There’s something very powerful about fixing your attention on the sound that immediately helps you sink into deeper and deeper states of consciousness – with the goal of yogic sleep (yoga nidrā). Finally coming to a close with the journey back to the physical body. A magical evening of mantra, meditation and sound healing.WHAT TO BRING:
We encourage you to wear loose-fitting clothes for your comfort, but bring along warm comfortable clothing and bring blankets and pillows. You are encouraged to bring your yoga mats, blankets, pillows, and eye pillows. Also, we advised you to bring your own beverage container, favorite beverage and snacks.
Instruments ~ after the practice we may end with some picking!

*In fact, all energy is oscillatory, including light, sound and brain states (emitted alpha, beta, theta, delta and gamma brain waves appear to reflect our changing states of awareness). Entrainment is a technical term used to describe the observed effect when one oscillator begins to couple with another oscillator. Brainwave entrainment occurs when sound or electromagnetic fields encourages the brain to enter a specific state of awareness. The brainwaves align to the frequency of the external oscillating field. Entrainment is found throughout nature: smooth muscles brought close to each other in a petri dish will synchronize their beats, human brainwaves and heartbeat will slow as the rhythm of the breath slows, the brainwaves of people in the deep conversation will begin to lock-in to coherence, …So, please join us for this very special opportunity to heal, release, and relax into your best Self. Lie back and let go as you embark on a sound meditation journey with the cosmic vibrations and shamanic sounds of Cosmic Water: Gongs, bowls, bells, strings, wind & percussion. These meditative and healing sounds work at the cellular level to calm your mind, body, and spirit as you release what no longer serves you, tune into your vibration, and manifest your intentions.

The Mighty Good at Breeze Hill Burrito Bar

Folk/ Blues/ Rock band from Richmond Virginia. Will be $5 dollars at the door

Allen Dale Sizemore The Rendevous River Lodge

8pm

Allan Dale Sizemore makes his return to the stage at Rendezvous River Lodge on Friday, July 23rd for two sets! Music starts at 8pm, free show!

Saturday

New River Yoga at Adventures on The Gorge Pool Desk

9am

Fayette County Farmers Market

Wiseman Ave. Courthouse Parking Lot beside Court House

8am-12:30

Truck Pull Fundraiser Active Southern WV

The Tractor Bar, Summersville WV

10am-1pm

Active Southern West Virginia (Active SWV) is a non-profit organization working to remove barriers to physical activity in Nicholas, Fayette, Raleigh, and Summers counties by providing free physical activity programs in communities, parks, schools, local governments, and workplaces. This Truck-Pull Series is a way to fundraise to support these free program costs. Additional donations and sponsors are always welcome.What is a Truck-Pull?It’s literally tying a rope to a truck and teams of people work together to move the truck a pre-determined distance in the fastest time. Trust us, there’s more strategy in this than you might think (and we can help with those tips too)!
Teams of 6 people will hold onto a large diameter rope attached to the front of a fire truck. The team will be facing the truck pulling backwards. Think of this as tug-of-war but with a truck as your competition. The truck will be idling out of gear and the brake will be released when the start signal is given.Co-workers, cross-fit members, businesses, friends, families, high school alumni, co-ed teams, worship friends, police departments, EMS teams, Fire department teams — are all welcome to participate.Categories; Men’s, Women’s, Co-ed, Youth (16 and under)Awards; 1st place Men’s team, 1st place women’s team, 1st place Co-Ed team, 1st place Youth team, Best Dressed – break out your St. Patty’s attire (you know, because this was rescheduled from March).

MT. Nebo St. Patricks Day Parade

1pm U Save Travel Plaza Mt. Nebo

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The annual Mt Nebo St. Patrick’s Day Parade! We missed it last year so this year will be bigger and better! Vendors, food, music, activities for kids! 

The HIPS – Intro To Serenity Somatic Sound & Yin Yoga: Gentle Movement-within-Awareness Workshop

1pm-5pm New River Yoga

Cost $25 (includes 4 Contact YACEP Hours)
In Person Only
Saturday, July 24 1:00pm-5:00pm
New River Yoga Studio
128 S. Court St..
Fayetteville, WVThis Introductory Somatic Sound & Yin Yoga workshop is experiential, playful, powerful and sense-able (enabling a full-senses experience). It is accessible for the novice, the athlete, the flexible, the stiff, all fitness levels, yogis of all body types, shapes, sizes, and those desiring to learn to teach these amazing practices. Bring an open heart-mind, a desire for a full-body smile and any personal pillows, blankets or bolsters that will help create an even more rest-full experience.All creatures (including humans) have the innate capacity to maintain physical/emotional balance by surrendering to relaxation and restoration immediately following any stressful situation. Humans, however, also have the ability to over-ride that innate capacity and dwell on that stress – changing our very biochemistry. Every time we succumb to heightened stimulative stress response, we further the distance to our natural equilibrium and balance.Join Tara & Bill (Cosmic Water Sound & Yoga) on the path to saṃtoṣa or contentment – equanimity in the subtle realm and true ease in the physical realm.We will merge the wisdom of the ancient spiritual traditions of the medieval Kaśmir Valley & sound healing techniques with the modern practices of Somatic & Yin yogas to re-create that natural and calm state of the heart-mind, body and spirit or saṃtoṣa.This workshop considers each participant as a unique individual who is inherently whole and perfect. It is not a practice to achieve some THING, it is an invitation to fully experience your body as manifesting within awareness within each presence moment.Serenity Somatic Sound & Yin Yoga is an exploration of the qualities and the connections within and throughout the body, cultivating a sense of expansive wholeness dancing and flowing softly around your still and centered heart.Somatic Yoga is a letting go of the *Doing* and the *Desiring* and deeply listening, feeling, sensing … the way your body moves most fluidly, effortlessly and naturally – free from the self-imposed constructs of personal and social expectations.When we cultivate surrender of *Doing*, *Desiring*, *Pushing*, *Pulling* – a space emerges where this effortless movement becomes habitual, supporting us in a flow-like state of moving gracefully and with ease.-Play and discover the uniqueness of your body
-Movement perceived from within
-Fluidity and flow directing us from deep inside
-A 3-dimensional dance of wholeness
-A celebration of moving with lightness and stability
-Spaciousness and grounding
-Being in tune with oneself
-Play, breathe, move, smile, sing, hum********* THE WORKSHOP BRIEF OUTLINE********We will begin the Workshop with a recitation of ancient mantra to create a calmer and more aware mind-state, feeling the connections between voice, breath, movement, resonance ….We initiate the focus of our awareness inward by engaging a somatic breathing practice (pranāyama); leading into a brief meditation.Next we will begin a brief discussion to answer any questions and provide an overview and guideposts for the practice. This will lead to a hands-on demonstration of the power of these practices.Afterwards, while Tara fills the room with live music, Bill guides you through a luscious somatic movement & Yin flow intended to nourish your body, breath, heart-mind, spirit & connection with the whole.As we move towards the Bliss of Awareness, you may now be fully supported with props, blankets and eye pillows in a restorative yoga pose.Then, every cell in your body will be awakened to the transformational vibrations of a Cosmic Water Yoga Sound Immersion & Yoga NIdrāWe end with light snacks, recap the practice and answer any questions.Bill has been studying and practicing various flavors of yoga (including somatic with E. Criswell in the mid-90s) for over 50 years, an ERYT500 & a lead YTT trainer, has a PhD in BioMolecular Physics from Berkeley, a professor of Chemistry and a research professor of Physiology at Marshall University & associated Medical School. Bill’s understanding and teaching of yoga’s practices and darśan are informed by modern scientific research and aural-lineage-informed yoga/sanskrit textual scholarship. Bill’s teaching practice includes: several weekly yoga classes (principally Somatic, Yin, Restore, Nāda, free monthly darśan and lead YTT trainer) at Studio 8, Huntington; YACEP workshops; Long-time Faculty advisor – MU Yoga Club.Tara has been practicing yoga for over 20 years, a registered respiratory therapist, a BFA in Voice with Sound Therapy Studies from the Berklee College of Music and has created acclaimed live soundscapes for many and diverse yoga classes and workshops.Together they are …. Cosmic Water Yoga and Sounds (YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2ZZoXtSbT0eZDLrE5TXarg).Our intention is to create a fully-embodied tapestry of direct experience. Blissful, fluid patterns of folding and unfolding, flowing focus – spontaneously spun from the fibers of awareness and woven from the threads of a consistent, coherent blend of yogic practices, technologies & wisdom of the medieval Kashmir Valley with modern somatic movement & sensory science – toward the recognition of a deeper, more expansive mosaic of ‘Self’.Expect a Cosmic Water practice to honor the wisdom and teachings of the ancients by holding the space for the blossoming of surrender, stillness, silence, sound, spaciousness, serenity, spontaneity or sahaja, samādhi (deep meditation), sleep (nidrā)… to re-create a natural and still, silent and spacious state of the body, the heart-mind, and of the spirit.This workshop is required for a Cosmic Water Serenity Somatic Yin Yoga 30 or 50 hr certification. 

Randy Gilkey at Chimney Corner Cafe

6pm-9:30pm

Brian Cantley at The Freefolk Brewery

7pm

Independent State at Cantrell’s Ultimate Rafting

6pm-10pm

Come enjoy some Appalachian Soul Rebel Roots down by the river in Fayetteville!

Red Audio & Mediogres At the Handle Bar Restaurant at Arrowhead Bike Farm

7pm-10pm

Destination Downtown Oak Hill Presents The Croods: A New Age Movie Night

8:30pm Lively Family Amphitheater, Oak Hill

Searching for a safer habitat, the prehistoric Crood family discovers an idyllic, walled-in paradise that meets all of its needs. Unfortunately, they must also learn to live with the Betterman’s — a family that’s a couple of steps above the Croods on the evolutionary ladder. As tensions between the new neighbors start to rise, a new threat soon propels both clans on an epic adventure that forces them to embrace their differences, draw strength from one another, and survive together.

The Company Stores Comfort at the Rendevous River Lodge

8pm-11pm

Charleston, WV’s The Company Stores return to the stage at the Rendezvous River Lodge at Adventures On The Gorge in Lansing, WV for two sets of their Appalachian Post-Rock Fusion! Music starts at 8pm, FREE show!–The Company Stores are a Modern Rock Band from Charleston, WV. Since their inception in 2012, they have performed all over the U.S. and Canada, blending elements of rock, folk, and soul. Lead by the fiery Ileana Ille on vocals, “The Company Stores features soulful, sultry vocals, a funky horn section, and a gritty backbeat.” – Skope Magazine. They are currently working on their third full length album with producer Robert Mercurio (Galactic), with a release expected within the next year.https://thecompanystoresband.com/

Seldom Free at Charlie’s Pub

9pm

Enjoy live music at Charlies Pub, free show.

Little White Lies Party at Maggie’s Pub

9pm-

his trendy party seems to be a hit so we thought we would join in the fun! Buy a white t-shirt and write a lie about yourself on it with a sharpie and have some laughs at Maggie’s with us seeing everyone else’s little white lies. Best lie will receive a gift! DJ will be here playing all the hits and any requests along with Karaoke. We will also have food from the amazing and talented Wes Lewis. It’s time to let loose and have some belly laughs. We all deserve it these days! CHEERS!

Sunday

New River Yoga at Adventures on The Gorge Pool Desk

9am

In case you haven’t heard, there is a new National Park in town. Come join Board members of Friends of New River Gorge National Park & Preserve and Friends’ business member, Arrowhead Bike Farm, for a beer and some good grub courtesy of Friends. Learn more about what our mission is and how you can personally help Friends in promoting our nation’s 63rd National Park.This is a casual, come-as-you-are event after getting off the trail or river for the day, so grab a friend – or several friends – and come on by the Bike Farm. 

Brunch & Live Music at the Southside Junction Tap House

Enjoy brunch at the Southside Junction Tap House from 12pm-3pm along with $3 mimosas. There will be live music from 2pm-5pm.

Lodging Highlight: Rifrafters Campground

Our quiet, wooded campground is located only two miles south of the New River Gorge Bridge in Fayetteville, West Virginia.

We offer RV and tent camping and also rustic cabin rentals in a family-friendly atmosphere. There is plenty of space for the kids to ride their bikes or play on the playground. Dogs are welcome on a leash to explore the 44 acre campground. We have a pavilion for all your small gathering needs.

Our family is here to help you have a wonderful camping experience. If you need anything, please feel free to call the office at 304-574-1065.

Cathedral Cafe New Hours

We Are Hiring at the Fayetteville Vistior Center!

We are hiring for a visitor associate position! We are looking for someone who is passionate about Fayetteville and shares their love for the town. This person will be greeting visitors and providing information about Fayetteville. (must have availabitly on Saturdays)