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West Virginia Events

Events in the area around the New River Gorge and the Gauley River.

There is always plenty to do in southern West Virginia during whitewater rafting season. From triathalons to local festivals to dinner theater. Check Back often for a list of fun events in and around Fayetteville, West Virginia.

Ongoing

Trail Maintenance Weekend

Dates: April 21-22, 2012

trail-maintanance What would you do for a FREE two-night stay in a Wildwater Cozy Cabin? OK, free might be a stretch. We need your help and are offering a handsome reward.

Simply donate some of your precious time and maybe break a sweat to help the Wildwater crew maintain its biking and hiking trails, and we supply a cabin complete with satellite TV, full kitchen and private hot tub. Mother Nature is not always kind to the West Virginia hills so we like to rally the troops to clean things up before the season starts.

As a weekend crew member, work starts on Saturday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sunday, the crew works from 9 a.m. - noon. At the end of each day, we'll take a mountain bike ride to give you a preview cruise of your efforts.

This is a great way to kick-start the season. Call 800-982-7238 to make your reservation.

A $25 deposit is required to hold your cabin for the weekend. It is refundable upon completion of your trail work. If you find you are unable to attend, this deposit is refundable by contacting us at least two weeks prior to your arrival date. Per the security agreement deluxe cabins require a credit card on file.

3rd Annual Big Air Blob Competition

July 3, 2011 (Sunday)

Gather at the Wildwater Adventure Play Park on July 3rd, 2011 for the 3rd Annual Big Air Blob Competition. Fireworks won't be the only thing rocketing skyward on Independence Day. Teams of two will compete for the most outrageous blob of the day. Judges will score up to 10 points per blob based on form, height or just sheer craziness. Prizes for the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners!

When you check-in for the weekend, be sure to ask for details at the Wildwater Welcome Center. It’s FREE to those staying and playing with Wildwater on July 4th Weekend.

Rules

2-person teams – launcher and launchee
Minimum age: 8
Kids age 8 to 11 must weigh at least 50 lbs
No more than a 150 lb. weight difference between launcher and launchee
Must have already completed lake waiver and have lake wristband
1st round – all teams blob
2nd round – top 10 teams blog a second time
1st, 2nd, 3rd place winners awarded

Where & When

Registration and competition starts at 5 PM on Sunday, July 3rd
Look for the tent located by at the main like by the dock

3rd Annual New River Hummingbird Festival

Hummingbirds, Butterflies and Native Plants

August 12 - 14

At scenic Hawks Nest State Park on Midland Trail Scenic Hwy (RT 60).

Friday, August 12, evening Presentation

7 - 9 pm "Ruby-throated Hummingbirds: From Your Yard to Costa Rica . . . and Back!"

(Free admission - donation requested; recommended ages 12 & up)

Saturday, August 13

9 am - 5 pm Hummingbird Banding, Native Plants, and Butterflies
10 am Hummingbirds and Plants; 2 pm Butterflies and Plants

(Free admission - donation requested; all ages)

Sunday, August 14

8 am - 12 Hummingbird Banding

10th Annual New River Gorge-ous Trail Run and Walk

events-trailrun October 22, 2011

Thanks to all the racers who joined us October 22nd for the annual New River Gorge-ous Trail Run and Walk. You'll find the race results below. Don't forget to join us next year!"

Wilderness Challenge

On Columbus Day weekend (October 5 and 6), teams comprised of people from all branches of the U.S. military will test their mettle on the proving grounds of southern West Virginia. Two days, 50-miles, of mud-slinging, trail hiking, mountain bike-riding, raft-paddling competition determine which team has the will to finish srong and atop of the field. An 8K run and rafting on the Gauley River highlight the first day of competition. Mountain biking, inflatable kayaking and mountain hike rounds out the second and final day. Hang out and watch or represent your branch in this year's Wilderness Challenge. Lodging and adventure specials available for participants.