Nature

Salamander Stroll, est. 0.2 mile walk with uneven, rocky terrain

New River Gorge Lansing, WV, United States

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. Meet at the Bridge Buttress parking area below the New River Gorge Bridge on Fayette […]

Babcock Birds, 2 miles easy hike

Babcock State Park 486 Babcock Rd, Clifftop, WV, United States

Stroll the habitat along Glade Creek to discover the variety birds found living in the forest and near this forested mountain stream. Hear and catch a glimpse of songsters like black-throated blue warblers, wood thrush, swainson’s warblers, and more. Meet at the Glade Creek Gristmill. www.wvstateparks.com/parks/babcock-state-park/

Forest Fungi Hike, 1.5 miles

New River Gorge Lansing, WV, United States

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. New River Gorge NP&P – Burnwood Day Use Area across Route 19 from the Canyon Rim Visitor Center in Lansing (meet […]

Nature in Watercolor

Grandview Visitor Center 4700 Grandview Rd, Beaver, WV, United States

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.