BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//West Virginia Highlands Conservancy - ECPv6.15.17//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:West Virginia Highlands Conservancy X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for West Virginia Highlands Conservancy REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T113000 DTSTAMP:20260404T160308 CREATED:20241022T161011Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T161859Z UID:10955-1731142800-1731151800@www.wvhighlands.org SUMMARY:Let’s Hit the Trails! Old-Growth Forest Hike at Audra State Park DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/lets-hit-the-trails-old-growth-forest-hike-at-audra-state-park/ LOCATION:Audra State Park\, 8397 Audra Park Rd\, Buckhannon\, West Virginia\, 26201 CATEGORIES:Outings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wvhighlands.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Audra-OGF-Hike-Nov.-9-Event-Thumbnail.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T163000 DTSTAMP:20260404T160308 CREATED:20241009T192946Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T193117Z UID:10936-1731144600-1731169800@www.wvhighlands.org SUMMARY:Indigenous Voices Symposium: Ways of Knowing: Indigenous Connections to Landscape and Place in Central Appalachia DESCRIPTION:The Ways of Knowing symposium is the culmination of the Appalachian Forest National Heritage Area’s year-long project exploring Indigenous Appalachia. The speakers at this one-day event will discuss various approaches to Indigenous knowledge. Discussions will cover archeological insights\, Native culture\, traditions\, language\, and folklore. Comparing traditional Indigenous knowledge to western versions of archaeology\, history\, ethics of land use\, and religion will open insights to modern social concerns of Indigenous communities. Admission is $30 and lunch is included in ticket price. Scholarships for free attendance are available for students\, AmeriCorps members\, and others who may to apply for financial assistance. \nLearn more and register here. URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/indigenous-voices-symposium-ways-of-knowing-indigenous-connections-to-landscape-and-place-in-central-appalachia/ LOCATION:Myles Center\, Davis & Elkins College ORGANIZER;CN="Appalachian Forest National Heritage Area":MAILTO:afnha@afnha.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T160308 CREATED:20250519T185441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T185441Z UID:12797-1747832400-1747836000@www.wvhighlands.org SUMMARY:"Don't Mine the Mon" Webinar DESCRIPTION:America’s public lands belong to all of us — not just to industry interests. West Virginia’s Monongahela National Forest\, affectionately known as “the Mon\,” and the waterways within and downstream of it are home to thriving ecosystems and cherished outdoor spaces that support local communities and economies. These lands are meant to be preserved for future generations\, not exploited for short-term gain. \nBut now\, that future is at risk. A new executive order from President Trump aims to open national forests to coal mining\, despite a longstanding federal ban designed to protect these irreplaceable landscapes. Join us for a special webinar on May 21 at 1 p.m. (as part of the ‘Our Land\, Our Home’ webinar series) or May 29 at 6 p.m.\, where Appalachian Voices and our partners will share what we’re doing to safeguard the Monongahela and how you can get involved. \nJoin us to learn how communities across the region are standing up for our national forests and rivers. Register today and be a part of the movement to protect our public lands. \nRegister for the May 21 webinar. URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/dont-mine-the-mon-webinar/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wvhighlands.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Federal-regulators-shut-down-illegal-WV-coal-haul-road-Interior-quietly-reopens-it-at-companys-request-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T160308 CREATED:20250519T185616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T185616Z UID:12801-1748541600-1748545200@www.wvhighlands.org SUMMARY:"Don't Mine the Mon" Webinar DESCRIPTION:America’s public lands belong to all of us — not just to industry interests. West Virginia’s Monongahela National Forest\, affectionately known as “the Mon\,” and the waterways within and downstream of it are home to thriving ecosystems and cherished outdoor spaces that support local communities and economies. These lands are meant to be preserved for future generations\, not exploited for short-term gain. \nBut now\, that future is at risk. A new executive order from President Trump aims to open national forests to coal mining\, despite a longstanding federal ban designed to protect these irreplaceable landscapes. Join us for a special webinar on May 21 at 1 p.m. (as part of the ‘Our Land\, Our Home’ webinar series) or May 29 at 6 p.m.\, where Appalachian Voices and our partners will share what we’re doing to safeguard the Monongahela and how you can get involved. \nJoin us to learn how communities across the region are standing up for our national forests and rivers. Register today and be a part of the movement to protect our public lands. \nRegister for the May 29 webinar. URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/dont-mine-the-mon-webinar-2/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wvhighlands.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Federal-regulators-shut-down-illegal-WV-coal-haul-road-Interior-quietly-reopens-it-at-companys-request-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T160308 CREATED:20250707T172248Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T172248Z UID:13018-1754128800-1754150400@www.wvhighlands.org SUMMARY:2025 Summer Splash DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/2025-summer-splash/ LOCATION:Blackwater Outdoors Adventures\, 60 Location Road\, Parsons\, WV\, 26287\, United States CATEGORIES:Outings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wvhighlands.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/2024-Summer-Splash.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250816T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250816T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T160308 CREATED:20250707T194412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T194412Z UID:13021-1755352800-1755360000@www.wvhighlands.org SUMMARY:Snorkel the Shavers Fork! DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/snorkel-the-shavers-fork/ LOCATION:Stuart Recreation Area\, Forest Rd 91\, Elkins\, West Virginia\, 26241 CATEGORIES:Outings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wvhighlands.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Snorkel-at-Shavers-Fork_8.16.2025-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T160308 CREATED:20250718T151300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T151758Z UID:13066-1757754000-1757768400@www.wvhighlands.org SUMMARY:Blackwater Canyon Half Marathon DESCRIPTION:The Blackwater Canyon Half Marathon will take place on the Blackwater Canyon railroad grade and Allegheny Highlands Trail running from Thomas\, WV to Mill Race Park in Parsons\, WV. Please join us for this epic event in support of the Highlands Trail Foundation\, a non-profit organization dedicated to trail development in the Potomac Highlands of West Virginia. \nThe Blackwater Canyon Half Marathon is a point-to-point race. The trail is made of pavement\, dirt\, and crushed stone. The race course will descend about 1400′. The 9:00 am race start is located on the rail trail below First/Front Street in Thomas\, WV.  The race finish is in Parsons\, WV. At 8:00 am\, a bus will transport runners from Parsons to the race start in Thomas. \nRACE ENTRY WILL CLOSE AT 200 RUNNERS! \nIndividual Entry Fees: \n•   Before August 13\, 2025 – $60 \n•   After August 13\, 2023 – $75 \nAwards \nCustom handmade mugs by MUD Ceramics\, Thomas\, WV\, will be awarded to: \n•   Overall Top Male and Female finisher – Salomon has also donated Hydration packs for the overall winners! \n•   Top 3 Male finishers in each age group (0-19\, 20-29\, 30-39\, 40-49\, 50-59\, 60-69\, 70+) \n•   Top 3 Female finishers in each age group (0-19\, 20-29\, 30-39\, 40-49\, 50-59\, 60-69\, 70+) \nSWAG: Gender specific shirts\, HydraPak speed cup and locally made finishers woodallions. Please note: we cannot guarantee shirt size after August 13\,  but will try to have one that works for you. \nBlack-Hel Double  \nLooking for a challenge? In coordination with the West Virginia Mountain Trail Runners’ Helvetia 10k Mountain Run\, we have the Black-Hel Double! This is a two part racing event. First complete the Blackwater Canyon Half Marathon on Saturday. Then travel to Helvetia on Sunday and finish the 10k Mountain Run. Finishers of both races receive a special hat with the Black-Hel Double logo. Awards will be given out at the conclusion of the Helvetia 10k Mountain Run. No additional purchase necessary. More information about the Helvetia 10k Mountain Run  is available at https://www.wvmtr.org/races/helvetia/ \nRACE WEEKEND DETAILS \nPacket Pickup: \nFriday evening packet pick up will take place in Thomas\, WV from 5:30-7:00 pm at the rail yard. Race day packet pickup will take place at the Mill Race Park in Parsons\, WV from 6:45 – 7:45 am. \n  \nShuttle Bus Leaves: \nBuses will leave Mill Race Park in Parsons for the starting line in Thomas at 8:00 am. Note: Please board the bus as soon as you can. The bus ride will take approximately 35-45 minutes. \n  \nRace Start:  \nThe race will start at 9:00 am just below Tip Top (on State Hwy 32\, Thomas\, WV 26292)\, along the rail yard road. This crushed stone road parralles the North Fork Blackwater River and East Street. \n  \nBag Drop Off: \nBags and extra layers you need on the bus can be left in the box at the starting line. They will be under the pavilion in the finishers area for you to pick up after the race. \nAid Stations/Restrooms: \nThree Aid stations will be provided along the course. Stations will include water\, Skratch hydration\, and various energy packed snacks. THIS WILL BE A CUPLESS RACE (thank you\, HydraPak)! It is suggested that each runner carry the cup provided or water bottle\, we won’t have cups at the aid stations. \nRestrooms are located at the Mill Race Park\, Parsons\, WV. Portapotties will be provided at the start line. \nSee you there! URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/blackwater-canyon-half-marathon/ LOCATION:Mill Race Park\, Mill Race Park\, Parsons\, WV\, 26287\, United States CATEGORIES:Outings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wvhighlands.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/BWC-Half-Marathon.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251018 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251020 DTSTAMP:20260404T160308 CREATED:20250924T215032Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T215032Z UID:13491-1760745600-1760918399@www.wvhighlands.org SUMMARY:Crosscut Sawyer Training DESCRIPTION:We’re holding a two-day crosscut sawyer training with the Forest Service on October 18–19 at Seneca Rocks\, and we’d love to have you join us. \nThe first day will be indoors\, covering the basics of crosscut saws\, axes\, and tools. The second day we’ll head outside to practice on real blowdowns and learn how to safely clear trails. By the end of the weekend\, you’ll be evaluated for your initial certification\, so you’ll be ready to join trail crews in Dolly Sods. \nIf you still need it\, we’ll also be offering Basic First Aid/CPR on Friday\, October 17\, since that’s required for sawyer certification. \nPlease note: You’ll need to sign up as a Dolly Sods Wilderness Steward before you can register for this training. \nThere’s always plenty of trail work waiting for us after a Highland winter—hope you can make it! \nHave questions? Email dollysodsstewards@gmail.com URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/crosscut-sawyer-training-2/ LOCATION:Seneca Rocks Discovery Center\, WV-28\, Seneca Rocks\, WV\, 26884\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wvhighlands.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/CROSSCUT-SAWYER-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251031 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251103 DTSTAMP:20260404T160308 CREATED:20250818T203339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T183734Z UID:13153-1761868800-1762127999@www.wvhighlands.org SUMMARY:WVHC Fall Review: Environmentalism in a Changing World DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/wvhc-fall-review-environmentalism-in-a-changing-world/ LOCATION:Blackwater Falls State Park\, 1584 Blackwater Lodge Rd\, Davis\, WV\, 26260\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wvhighlands.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/2025-Fall-Review-Event-Header-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251130T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251130T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T160308 CREATED:20251120T220722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T220722Z UID:13839-1764507600-1764518400@www.wvhighlands.org SUMMARY:Documentary Double Feature with Filmmaker Julia Huffman: Wolf Spirit & Mother Daughter Earth DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Pocahontas County Opera House for a special documentary double feature featuring filmmaker Julia Huffman and her acclaimed short films Wolf Spirit and Mother Daughter Earth. \nWolf Spirit offers a rare and intimate look at the ecological and spiritual significance of wolves\, featuring stunning imagery from National Geographic photographer Jim Brandenburg. The film explores the deep connection between humans and wolves and challenges the enduring myths that have shaped how we see these remarkable animals. \nMother Daughter Earth turns the story homeward\, reflecting on family\, aging and the powerful bond between people and place. The film centers on Huffman’s relationship with her mother\, Beth Little—an environmental activist and beloved Pocahontas County resident—set against the beauty of the Appalachian Mountains. \nA reception and informal conversation with Julia Huffman will follow the screenings. \nAdmission is a $10 Donation. URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/documentary-double-feature-with-filmmaker-julia-huffman-wolf-spirit-mother-daughter-earth/ LOCATION:Pocahontas County Opera House\, 813 3rd Ave\, Marlinton\, West Virginia\, 24954 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T160308 CREATED:20260317T182603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T182603Z UID:14392-1774116000-1774123200@www.wvhighlands.org SUMMARY:Dolly Sods and the Legacy of Helen McGinnis — Documentary Screening + Discussion DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/dolly-sods-and-the-legacy-of-helen-mcginnis-march-21st-screening/ LOCATION:Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center\, 6263 Appalachian Highway\, Davis\, West Virginia\, 26260 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T160308 CREATED:20260317T183031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T183050Z UID:14395-1774720800-1774728000@www.wvhighlands.org SUMMARY:Dolly Sods and the Legacy of Helen McGinnis March 28th Screening DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/dolly-sods-and-the-legacy-of-helen-mcginnis-march-28th-screening/ LOCATION:Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center\, 6263 Appalachian Highway\, Davis\, West Virginia\, 26260 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T160308 CREATED:20260317T183836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T183836Z UID:14398-1775066400-1775073600@www.wvhighlands.org SUMMARY:Dolly Sods and the Legacy of Helen McGinnis April 1st Screening DESCRIPTION:  URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/dolly-sods-and-the-legacy-of-helen-mcginnis-april-1st-screening-2/ LOCATION:West Virginia University Media Innovation Center\, 62 Morrill Way\, Morgantown\, WV\, 26506\, United States END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR