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"Bird watching,
hiking, disc golf, surveying for eagles or owls and other outdoor (and indoor)
activities are organized and offered at many of West Virginia's state parks in
wintry months," said Sissie Summers with the state's park system. The state
park system is known for summer recreation and interpretative programs, but
many people aren't familiar with activities and programs featured year-round.
"Most activities
are free of charge to attend, geared toward family and friend participation,
and more likely than not topics that create new interests or outdoor interests,"
she said in a news release.
Cacapon Resort
State Park in Morgan County near Berkeley Springs offers an example of
activities that are available at the parks.
The December
schedule includes:
The Winter Wonderland
Hike begins at 10 a.m. Dec. 22 from the nature center. This trail is
approximately one-and-a-half miles with a few hills.
A winter tracking
activity is scheduled at 10 a.m. Dec. 28. Where do animals go in the winter and
how do they survive? Meet the naturalist at the Nature Center to explore how
and where to look for critters in the cold.
Explore the Laurel
Trail at 10 a.m. Dec. 29 to enjoy the natural landscape of the Laurel Trail.
This trail is approximately two miles with a few hills. Learn the necessities
of a bear's life at 1:30 p.m. at the Nature Center. View an eyewitness video on
all different species of bears and their necessities.
The park will have its New
Year's Eve Celebration with music, dancing and a formal toast to start off a
New Year. The festivities begin at 9 p.m. Dec. 31. There is an overnight
package and the restaurant is open. For pricing and for information, call
304-258-1022.
The First Day Hike is planned 10 a.m. Jan. 1, 2013. Start the year by
exploring the natural beauty of winter in West Virginia.
Activities and
programs are open to the public and without charge unless noted. To learn more
about Cacapon Resort State Park, lodge, cabins, restaurant and additional
activities, visit www.cacaponresort.com.
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