Join us on our monthly guided bird walk along some of the Beall trails! The walk starts at 8am at the Beall parking area and will be approximately 2-3 miles along pavement and dirt trails. Please dress appropriately for the weather and bring some water. This program is open to people of all birding abilities.... View Article
It's World Migratory Bird Day! Did you know that an estimated 3.5 billion birds migrate into the U.S. each spring? Join us at the Refuge to celebrate all of our spring migrants returning! The day starts off with a bird walk at the Beall Trailhead at 8am. Following that are kids activities at the Visitor... View Article
AmeriCorps members Robert and Samantha will be hosting a roadside trash clean-up along portions of Route 32 on May 14th at 1pm. Supplies will be provided by Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge and Adopt-a-Highway. Join us in this effort to keep Canaan Valley beautiful! The group will be meeting at the Visitor Center, 6263 Appalachian... View Article
Join us for a presentation by Doug Wood to learn about what goes bump (or croak, or howl) in the night! This free presentation takes place at the Refuge Visitor Center. This event may be canceled or rescheduled in the event of inclement weather. Stay tuned to our website and Facebook page for updates to... View Article
Wildflowers are a-blooming in the valley! Join us on this guided hike to learn more about seasonal wildflowers in bloom. Locations for this hike will vary, meet at the Refuge Visitor Center at 10am to discover where you will be going! These walks will take place on the first Saturday of the month from April... View Article
Beavers! What role do they play in the environment? What impact do they have on the areas they live? Come and learn more about North America's largest rodent on this guided hike with volunteer Robin! The walk starts at the Freeland Boardwalk, a 0.5-mile, ADA-accessible boardwalk trail. These walks will take place every month on... View Article
"All Over the Map: Canaan Valley" is a short film that connects families with nature and showcases the many ways you can enjoy Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge! Award-winning filmmaker and America's Nature Guy Peter Schriemer will be joining us for the premiere! REGISTRATION REQUIRED This is a free program, but registration is required. Use... View Article
Join us for an afternoon of summer fun in celebration of Independence Day! There will be burgers and hot dogs (in addition to the Mountain Owl Market's standard fare of sandwiches and salads), ice cream, lawn games, and activities for all ages!
Join us for a day of nature, community, and conservation as Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge celebrates its 30th anniversary! Taking place at the Visitor Center from 10am to 6pm, immerse yourself in the beauty of the refuge, participate in fun crafts and educational activities, and meet the staff to learn about the work we... View Article
Cheers to craft beers, live music, great food, and a good time at Timberline Mountain! Join us for our second annual craft beer festival to meet the faces behind your favorite local breweries, learn about their brewing processes, and sample their latest & greatest!
Join us on September 8 for the Snow Sports Museum Hall of Fame Classic Golf Tournament at Canaan Valley Resort. Enjoy a scramble format on the 18-hole, par 72 course, featuring 65 sand bunkers and eight water hazards, all while supporting the Snow Sports Museum of West Virginia (SSMWV). Compete with friends and take in... View Article
Join us for the 4th annual ARTober Fest at Timberline Mountain and enjoy a weekend of family friendly fall activities, live music, food and art! In partnership with ArtSpring WV, this festival showcases the incredible talent of our local artists, and promises a fun weekend for all! FRIDAY, OCT 4 6pm-9pm SATURDAY, OCT 5 12-9pm... View Article
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