In addition to a traditional menu of ham, bacon, potatoes, brown beans, and cornbread, the pleasing aroma of sassafras tea will challenge the somewhat pungent, distinctive odor of the delicious piece de resistance of this meal. Ramps, a wild mountain herb known for “smelling bad,” grows abundantly in the woody areas surrounding Richwood. The odor... View Article
Feb 14- Tickets go on sale at Greenbrier Valley Visitor's Center Feb 28- Tickets go on sale online Get ready for the Lewisburg Chocolate Festival!!!! April 12th 11am-3pmWill Call hours - 10am-1pm Tasting Tickets will go on sale locally at the Greenbrier Valley Visitors Center on February 14th!! Online ticket sales will begin on February... View Article
Celebrate the arrival of spring with the annual Camp Creek Ramp Festival, featuring a lumberjack competition and a taste of ramp casserole! For more information call the Camp Creek State Park office at (304) 425-9481. Photo courtesy of West Virginia Department of Tourism
Following the Annual Chocolate Festival in Lewisburg, WV, continue the celebration with an exclusive tasting experience that brings together the fine local craftsmanship. Savor distinguished Smooth Ambler whiskies, perfectly paired with chocolates from The Candy Maker at The Greenbrier Resort. Join us for a luxurious journey of flavor as whiskey meets chocolate in a decadent... View Article
The West Virginia Hall of Fame and the Pipestem Foundation are honored to induct the 37th member into the Hall at Pipestem. Garnet Mimms performed during the 50s, 60s and 70s, selling over one million copies of his hit “Cry Baby” in 1963. He has performed throughout the United States and in 12 different counties.... View Article
TV Host, Bill Eubanks, hosts a dangerous game that pits newly married couples against one another in a series of revealing question rounds to determine how much they really know about each other. Join us for a night of murder, mystery and dinner at ACE Adventure Resort. Dinner menu includes Prime Rib, Pork Chops, Baked... View Article
Meet in the lobby of McKeever Lodge at Pipestem Resort State Park for a Full Moon hike! The Pink Moon will rise at 7:59 p.m., just as the sun begins to set at 8:00 pm. It will reach its brightest illumination around 8:22 p.m. This walk will follow the paved golf cart path along holes... View Article
1.0 mile. Explore the forest and water’s edge along New River and Glade Creek in search of the birds that spend time in this riparian area. Wear hiking boots. Bring binoculars or some will be available. Plus bring a sack lunch for a nature friends’ picnic after this program, leading to the afternoon programs starting... View Article
Location: Lake Stephens (meet at the dam/small craft launch, first right as you enter the park)Community Captain: ChastityWhen: Sunday April 13th at 2pmAbout This Event: Beginner hikers welcomed, this group offers a welcoming space to stay active and connect with others. All fitness levels are encouraged to join, even if you have never hiked or... View Article
1.0 mile. Take a different sensory look at nature, letting it inspire your creativity through the sights and sounds found around Glade Creek at the peak of the spring season. Peace can be found where nature abounds, so join Poet Paula Lepp and Ranger Jodi French-Burr to guide us closer to such serenity. We’ll explore... View Article
1.5 miles. Explore the forest at the river’s edge on this level but off-tail hike around the historic logging town site of Hamlet. See how nature has recovered in this area, plus see some of the largest sycamore and elm trees in the gorge. Wear hiking boots and bring water.
