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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241018
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SUMMARY:2024 Fall Review
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/2024-fall-review/
LOCATION:Cacapon Resort State Park\, 818 Cacapon Lodge Dr\, Berkeley Springs\, WV\, 25411\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240906T080000
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SUMMARY:ALT 50th Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for the 50th Anniversary Celebration of the WV Scenic Trails Association (WVSTA) and the Allegheny Trail (ALT). \nLocation: Greenbank Observatory\, Greenbank WV \nMore details are forthcoming!
URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/alt-50th-anniversary-celebration/
LOCATION:Greenbank Observatory\, 155 Observatory Rd\, Greenbank\, WV\, 24944\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240817T100000
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SUMMARY:Hike to Upper Cheat Old Growth
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/hike-to-upper-cheat-old-growth/
LOCATION:Horseshoe Recreation and Campground\, 3309 Horseshoe Run Rd\, Parsons\, West Virginia\, 26287
CATEGORIES:Outings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240810T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240810T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142453
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SUMMARY:Trails Through Time: A Guided Hike in Watoga State Park
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/trails-through-time-a-guided-hike-through-watoga-state-park/
LOCATION:Watoga State Park\, 4800 watoga park road\, marlinton\, WV\, 24954\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240801T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240801T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142453
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SUMMARY:Gaslight Webinar
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, Aug. 1\, from 12:30-1:30 p.m.\, the West Virginia Highlands Conservancy and Allegheny-Blue Ridge Alliance will co-host a webinar with Jonathan Mingle\, author of Gaslight: The Atlantic Coast Pipeline and the Fight for America’s Energy Future.  \nDescription:\nImagine one day receiving a letter in the mail informing you that Dominion Energy is planning to build a massive pipeline through your property. What would you think? That this energy behemoth\, with 109 billion dollars in total assets and a production portfolio consisting of 48% from natural gas\, will do whatever it wants with your property? Even if your family has lived there since before the Revolutionary War? Or do you stand up with your neighbors and fight for your land\, your health\, and your rights? You fight. And you win. \nImagine one day receiving a letter in the mail informing you that Dominion Energy is planning to build a massive pipeline through your property. What would you think? That this energy behemoth\, with 109 billion dollars in total assets and a production portfolio consisting of 48% from natural gas\, will do whatever it wants with your property? Even if your family has lived there since before the Revolutionary War? Or do you stand up with your neighbors and fight for your land\, your health\, and your rights? You fight. And you win. \nThat’s the story Jonathan Mingle tells in Gaslight: The Atlantic Coast Pipeline and the Fight for America’s Energy Future. In this vivid and suspenseful true story\, Mingle chronicles the communities that became Dominion’s staunchest foes. This land\, stretching from the Blue Ridge foothills to the Shenandoah Valley and the Allegheny highlands\, is home to the lawyers and farmers\, conservationists and conservatives\, scientists and nurses\, innkeepers and lobbyists\, regular people that fought back and won against Dominion. \nMingle will discuss his new book\, Gaslight\, and paint a portrait of the people involved in the fight. Join him to become inspired in your climate activism! \nAbout Jonathan Mingle:\nJonathan Mingle is a freelance writer and journalist. As a 2020 recipient of the Alicia Patterson Foundation Fellowship\, he reported on political\, policy\, and grassroots battles over natural gas (aka methane) infrastructure and its local and global climate consequences. He has written about climate change impacts and solutions\, air pollution and public health\, energy and resource issues\, development and technology\, and much more for a range of outlets\, including The New York Review of Books\, The New York Times\, Slate\, Undark\, Yale Environment 360\, and The Boston Globe. \nRegister here!
URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/gaslight-webinar/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Take Action
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240728T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240728T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142453
CREATED:20240626T154038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T154247Z
UID:10477-1722160800-1722182400@www.wvhighlands.org
SUMMARY:2024 Summer Splash
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/2024-summer-splash/
LOCATION:Blackwater Outdoors Adventures\, 60 Location Road\, Parsons\, WV\, 26287\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240714T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240714T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142453
CREATED:20240610T200639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T145857Z
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SUMMARY:Birds & Heritage: A Day at Old Hemlock
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/birds-heritage-a-day-at-old-hemlock/
CATEGORIES:Outings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T100000
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SUMMARY:Quarterly Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The WVHC Board of Directors Meeting will be held in person at Blackwater Falls State Park on Saturday\, July 13\, 2024\, from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. If you would like to attend the meeting\, please send an email to olivia.miller@wvhighlands.org
URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/quarterly-board-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Blackwater Falls State Park\, 1584 Blackwater Lodge Rd\, Davis\, WV\, 26260\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142453
CREATED:20240610T163717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240610T163717Z
UID:10428-1719653400-1719682200@www.wvhighlands.org
SUMMARY:Indigenous Voices in Appalachia Dance Showcase
DESCRIPTION:The Appalachian Forest National Heritage Area’s Indigenous Voices in Appalachia program continues with a Dance Showcase on June 29 featuring artist demonstrations and vendor tables\, and a performance by Hoops of Hope and Resilience. \nSchedule:Exhibit and vendor tables open 9:30-4:30pm at the Appalachian Forest Discovery Center (101 Railroad Ave\, Elkins)Demonstrations:11:00am – Rachel Schindler: Dreamcatchers1:00pm – Jocelyn Jones: Hoop DanceTBA – Dave Locklear5:30 – Performances at The Arts Center (2 Park St\, Elkins)Hoops of Hope & Resilience Dave Locklear\n\n“The Hoops of Hope and Resilience are a family group of hoop dancers from Cattaraugus Territory of the Seneca Nation. The Seneca people are known as “The keepers of the Western Door.” Founding members include Darice Sampson\, Cece Young\, Rachel Schindler\, and Cassius Alvarado-Sampson! Spanning three generations\, they create their own regalia\, incorporating beadwork into the sewing of each custom design. This event features a special mother-daughter debut\, Jocelyn Jones and Wiyöhs Printup. We will be performing multiple styles of native dances for you.”\n\nDavid T. Locklear\, Tuscarora\, is from Prospect\, North Carolina. He is a singer\, songwriter\, drummer\, dancer\, and beadworker who has toured internationally to perform traditional Haudenosaunee music. He loves to sing in churches\, longhouses\, and social dances.
URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/indigenous-voices-in-appalachia-dance-showcase/
LOCATION:Appalachian Forest Discovery Center\, 101 Railroad Ave\, Elkins\, West Virginia\, 26241
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142453
CREATED:20240610T162802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240610T162802Z
UID:10425-1719075600-1719093600@www.wvhighlands.org
SUMMARY:ALT Trail IPA Beer Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Big Timber Brewery – in Elkins\, WV – is making Allegheny Trail a one-of-a-kind IPA beer to commemorate the West Virginia Scenic Trails Association’s 50th year! Come Celebrate at this launch party for the new Allegheny Trail IPA Beer. \nThere will be … \n\n\nMusic – with the band “Black Market Shine” playing at 7 pm. \n\n\nALT merchandise to purchase\, \n\n\nALT displays \n\n\nLots of ALT fans!! \n\n\nCome hang with your crew\, meet like minded people and have a cold beverage (not just beer\, not just alcohol) \nThere will also be a few raffles given away! \nThis event runs 5 pm to closing time. \nbigtimberbrewing.com \nThe newly remodeled Tygart Hotel is offering a room block and is just 150 yards from Big Timber Brewing. 206 Davis Ave\, Elkins\, WV\,
URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/alt-trail-ipa-beer-celebration/
LOCATION:Big Timber Brewing\, 2 Davis Avenue\, Elkins\, West Virginia\, 26241
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240614
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240621
DTSTAMP:20260403T142453
CREATED:20240610T160226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240610T160227Z
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SUMMARY:Wood’s Wacky Week of Work and Welaxation (W5)
DESCRIPTION:Join the West Virginia Scenic Trails Association for their biggest event of the year\, W5! Come spend the week\, weekend\, or however long you can! Camping is free for tents\, or car camping\, facilities (wifi\, showers\, etc.) are located on-site. Work will commence at 9 am every morning\, and after a short safety briefing\, we’ll divide into crews for the day’s work. \nWe have several projects this year to accomplish. Two reroutes on the Allegheny Trail\, are flagged out and need brushed. Also some other maintenance and sign construction as well! Plenty of activities for a busy week of work. No experience is necessary\, we have a job for everyone! \nOur annual member meeting to elect officers for 2025 will be held on the evening of Saturday\, June 15th. \nWhere: Davis / Thomas\, Section 2 of the ALT. \nW5 activities: TBA \nWho: Leader for the W5 is ALT Section 2 Coordinator Jeff Byard. \nArrival time: 8:15 am (each day).\nMeet at the Harman Mountain Farm Campground\, 193 Mountain Farm Road\, Harman\, WV 26270 \nTailgate Safety Talk: 8:30 am (first day). \nLodging / Camping: Free camping at Harman Mountain Farm Campground. \nRegister by selecting the day or days you plan to attend ( Please register for each day you plan to attend) \nFriday https://www.trackitforward.com/site/914642/event/914952 \nSaturday https://www.trackitforward.com/site/914642/event/922703 \nSunday https://www.trackitforward.com/site/914642/event/922706 \nMonday https://www.trackitforward.com/site/914642/event/922707 \nTuesday https://www.trackitforward.com/site/914642/event/922708 \nWednesday https://www.trackitforward.com/site/914642/event/922709 \nThursday https://www.trackitforward.com/site/914642/event/922710 \nFriday https://www.trackitforward.com/site/914642/event/922711
URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/woods-wacky-week-of-work-and-welaxation-w5/
LOCATION:Harmon Mountain Farm Campground\, 193 Mountain Farm Road\, Harman\, 26270\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142454
CREATED:20240220T192251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T150113Z
UID:9666-1716019200-1716051600@www.wvhighlands.org
SUMMARY:Dolly Sods Wilderness Stewards Training and Annual Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Training for New and Current Stewards: May 18 at Seneca Rocks Discovery Center \nThe Trailhead Stewards is the signature program of the Dolly Sods Wilderness Stewards and has helped thousands of visitors have a successful\, low-impact experience of Dolly Sods. We are well on our way to having the busiest trailheads staffed with volunteer Stewards during weekends and holidays. We can always use new volunteers who enjoy interacting with visitors and sharing advice on routes\, what to expect and how to Leave No Trace in our special Wilderness. \nStewards Annual Picnic: May 18 at Seneca Rocks Picnic Pavilion \nHeld right after the Trailhead Stewards training\, all Dolly Sods Wilderness Stewards are invited to share their experiences\, meet other Stewards\, and get recognition for all they have done to support Dolly Sods. Food and beverages are provided\, and we are working on a program for entertainment and learning. \nIf you are not already a member of the Dolly Sods Wilderness Stewards\, please sign-up by submitting this form. \nFor more information and to register for the training\, please email dollysodsstewards@gmail.com \nThe Dolly Sods Wilderness Stewards program was formed in partnership with the Monongahela National Forest to allow for volunteer action to supplement the Forest Service’s wilderness management activities\, engage in visitor education and support the long-term health of the wilderness.
URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/dolly-sods-wilderness-stewards-training-and-annual-picnic/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240512T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240512T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142454
CREATED:20240402T221845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T222205Z
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SUMMARY:Birding in Blackwater Falls State Park
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/birding-in-blackwater-falls-state-park/
CATEGORIES:Outings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142454
CREATED:20240424T164650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T164652Z
UID:10158-1714726800-1714842000@www.wvhighlands.org
SUMMARY:2024 Cheat River Festival
DESCRIPTION:West Virginia Highlands Conservancy is excited to attend this year’s Cheat Fest\, an annual event celebrating the Cheat River and its surrounding wilderness. The festival is a great opportunity for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy live music\, food\, and art while learning about conservation efforts in the area. The West Virginia Highlands Conservancy will have a booth at the festival to provide information about our mission to protect and restore the natural beauty of the Highlands region and beyond – for future generations! Be sure to stop by and learn more about our work and how you can get involved in conservation efforts. \n  \nDirections to the Friend of the Cheat Campground \nFrom points east: Follow I-68 West toward Morgantown. Take Exit 23\, Bruceton Mills. Turn left onto Route 26 South\, and follow for approximately 10 miles. The festival site is located on the right\, turn at the Teter’s Campground entrance sign. If you reach the Albright Exxon Station and Kwik Stop\, you have gone too far. \nFrom points west: Follow I-68 East toward Cumberland. Take exit 23\, Bruceton Mills. Turn right onto Route 26 South\, and follow for approximately 10 miles. The festival site is located on the right\, turn at the Teter’s Campground entrance sign. If you reach the Albright Exxon Station and Kwik Stop\, you have gone too far. \nFrom Kingwood\, WV: From Route 7\, take Route 26 North approximately 4 miles. The festival site is located on the left\, turn at the Teter’s Campground sign.
URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/2024-cheat-river-festival/
LOCATION:Friends of the Cheat Campground\, Albright\, WV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142454
CREATED:20240220T194300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T134436Z
UID:9678-1714204800-1714323600@www.wvhighlands.org
SUMMARY:Trail Maintenance Training
DESCRIPTION:April 27-28 at Seneca Rocks Discovery Center and in the field \nDescription: As part of the West Virginia Highlands Conservancy’s Dolly Sods Wilderness Stewards program\, the Trail Maintenance Team was formed last year and new members are welcome! The trails in Dolly Sods are challenging and purposely primitive\, but they need a lot of work to protect the wilderness environment by keeping water off the trail and people on the trail! We use a variety of tools and specialized techniques to make the trails as compatible with wilderness as possible. Scheduled project are held through the spring and summer. The weekend training includes classroom instruction on tools\, methods and safety\, and a day of field work. This is your chance to make a positive difference for the Dolly Sods trails. \nIf you are not already a member of the Dolly Sods Wilderness Stewards\, please sign-up by submitting this form. \nFor more information and to register for the training\, please email dollysodsstewards@gmail.com \nThe Dolly Sods Wilderness Stewards program was formed in partnership with the Monongahela National Forest to allow for volunteer action to supplement the Forest Service’s wilderness management activities\, engage in visitor education and support the long-term health of the wilderness.
URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/trail-maintenance-training/
LOCATION:Seneca Rocks Discovery Center\, WV-28\, Seneca Rocks\, WV\, 26884\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240421T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142454
CREATED:20240223T142143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T122526Z
UID:9702-1713693600-1713794400@www.wvhighlands.org
SUMMARY:Quarterly Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The WVHC Board of Directors Meeting will be held virtually on Sunday\, April 21\, 2024 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. If you would like to attend the meeting\, please send an email to olivia.miller@wvhighlands.org
URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/quarterly-board-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142454
CREATED:20240417T122045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T205630Z
UID:10110-1713603600-1713621600@www.wvhighlands.org
SUMMARY:Earth Day Tree Planting in Canaan
DESCRIPTION:This Earth Day weekend\, help plant native balsam fir trees and make a difference in the community! \nThe event will start at the Visitor Center at 9am. From there\, we will carpool to the tree planting location. We will be planting until we run out of trees! \nNo prior experience required\, and all gear will be provided. The Friends of the 500th will be providing refreshments during this event. If you have any questions\, send an email to william_yarley@fws.gov. \nAddress: Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center – 6263 Appalachian Hwy\, Davis\, WV 26260
URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/earth-day-tree-planting/
LOCATION:Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center\, 6263 Appalachian Highway\, Davis\, West Virginia\, 26260
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142454
CREATED:20240416T175413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T175413Z
UID:10105-1713542400-1713556800@www.wvhighlands.org
SUMMARY:WVU's Earth Day on the Green
DESCRIPTION:WVHC will be on West Virginia University’s campus in Morgantown on Friday\, April 19th for the West Virginia University’s Sierra Student Coalition Earth Day Celebration. Stop by the Mountainlair Green to learn more about local environmental community groups and student organizations. \nThe event will take place from 4-8 p.m. on the Lair green and will feature live music acts\, student org and artist vendor tabling\, free food\, giveaways from local businesses\, petitions and info on environmental issues in WV\, and much more. \nFor more information\, check out the SSC Instagram @wvu_ssc or email at wvusierracoalition@gmail.com. The Sierra Student Coalition is the WVU Chapter of the national Sierra Club and works to promote environmental stewardship in the WVU community.
URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/wvus-earth-day-on-the-green/
LOCATION:West Virginia University Mountainlair Green\, 1550 University Ave\, Morgantown\, West Virginia\, 26506
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240421T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142454
CREATED:20240417T152624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T160251Z
UID:10122-1713513600-1713718800@www.wvhighlands.org
SUMMARY:Spring The Trail in Albright
DESCRIPTION:Join the West Virginia Scenic Trails Association and Friends of the Cheat for an annual Allegheny Trail clean-up event. \nWhere: Cheat Canyon segment\, Section 1 of the ALT\nWhen: Friday\, April 19 – Sunday\, April 21\, 2024\nWhat: Tools provided for clearing the trail. Supper will be provided on Saturday evening.\nWho: ALT Section 1 Coordinator Marissa Bennet.\nArrival Time: 8:15 a.m. at Friends of Cheat Campground each day.\nTailgate Safety Talk: 8:30 a.m.\nLodging/Camping: Free camping at Friends of Cheat campground. \nRegister for Spring The Trail!
URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/spring-the-trail/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240414T170000
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SUMMARY:Crosscut Sawyer Training
DESCRIPTION:Crosscut Sawyer Training \nApril 13-14 at Seneca Rocks Discovery Center and in the field \nDescription: Last year\, as part of the West Virginia Highlands Conservancy’s Dolly Sods Wilderness Stewards program\, we formed a Crosscut Sawyer team\, and new members are welcome! Sawyers clear trails and campsites of fallen trees\, brush\, and vegetation using traditional\, non-power tools compatible with the wilderness. We hold scheduled projects through the spring and summer in Dolly Sods and other nearby wilderness areas. The full weekend training covers the planning and tactics\, safety\, tools\, and techniques for bucking trees and includes a full day of practice in the field\, leading to certification as an A or B Sawyer. Basic first aid and CPR are required\, and training can be provided by the Forest Service if needed. \nIf you are not already a member of the Dolly Sods Wilderness Stewards\, please sign-up by submitting this form. \nFor more information and to register for the training\, please email dollysodsstewards@gmail.com \nThe Dolly Sods Wilderness Stewards program was formed in partnership with the Monongahela National Forest to allow for volunteer action to supplement the Forest Service’s wilderness management activities\, engage in visitor education and support the long-term health of the wilderness.
URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/crosscut-sawyer-training/
LOCATION:Seneca Rocks Discovery Center\, WV-28\, Seneca Rocks\, WV\, 26884\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142454
CREATED:20240220T184350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T193333Z
UID:9656-1712745000-1712755800@www.wvhighlands.org
SUMMARY:Marshall University Earth Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join the West Virginia Highlands Conservancy staff as we celebrate Earth Day with Marshall University!
URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/marshall-university-earth-day-celebration/
LOCATION:Marshall University\, 1 John Marshall Drive\, Huntington\, WV\, 25755\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240324T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240324T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142454
CREATED:20240306T211246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T221657Z
UID:9760-1711267200-1711299600@www.wvhighlands.org
SUMMARY:Water Quality Monitoring Training for Tucker County
DESCRIPTION:Please help keep our rivers and streams healthy and clear! West Virginia Rivers Coalition\, in partnership with Friends of the Cheat and West Virginia Highlands Conservancy\, will hold a training for Parsons and Davis community members on how to visually monitor highway construction activities and report potential pollution incidents. This training will be held on Sunday\, March 24 at the Parsons Community Center\, 96 Parkwood Lane\, Parsons\, WV. \nIf you are interested in attending\, please contact Jenna Dodson\, Staff Scientist\, West Virginia Rivers Coalition at jdodson@wvrivers.org.
URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/water-quality-monitoring-training-for-tucker-county/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240301T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240303T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142454
CREATED:20240220T184945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T193342Z
UID:9663-1709280000-1709485200@www.wvhighlands.org
SUMMARY:Public Interest Environmental Law Conference
DESCRIPTION:For the past 42 years\, over 5\,000 concerned people from across the globe have come together in Eugene for the oldest and largest public interest environmental law conference in the world. Land Air Water\, a wholly volunteer student group at the University of Oregon School of Law\, hosts the event. The Conference attracts activists\, advocates\, attorneys\, scientists\, government officials\, and concerned citizens together to share information and strategies that will more effectively further the goals of environmental and social justice. It puts ideas into action\, sparks renewed commitment to the protection of the environment across borders and has inspired the creation of public interest environmental and human rights organizations.
URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/public-interest-environmental-law-conference/
CATEGORIES:Take Action
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142454
CREATED:20240220T191037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T192734Z
UID:9668-1709049600-1709060400@www.wvhighlands.org
SUMMARY:Corridor H Public Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Show your support for the Northern Route (BAA2) at the Corridor H public meeting on Tuesday\, February 27 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Tucker County High School!  \nResidents and friends of Tucker County will have the opportunity to view updated maps of the northern routing for Corridor H and ask representatives from the West Virginia Division of Highways and Federal Highway Administration questions about the proposed project. No formal presentation will be made. \n \nBACKGROUND: Early in February\, the WV Division of Highways and Federal Highway Administration informed the public that the official environmental review process for the Parsons to Davis Section of Corridor H has begun. \nThis review must include an analysis of alternate routes. In this case\, the Revised Original Preferred Alternative (ROPA) and the Blackwater Avoidance Alternative 2 (Northern Route). You can learn more about their evaluation and preparation of this environmental review—as well as what is and is not being considered—in our latest newsletter. \nMAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD: The WV Division of Highways is accepting public comments on the project until March 27\, 2024. The most effective comments are likely to address the impacts of one route versus the other. \nThe Allegheny-Blue Ridge Alliance has created a great resource featuring an interactive map to illustrate the impacts of the proposed routings on communities and the environment. \nComments can be made in person at the meeting\, online\, or by mail. View the WV Division of Highways’ notice and make your comment here.
URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/corridor-h-public-workshop/
LOCATION:Tucker County High School\, 116 Mountain Lion Way\, Hambleton\, WV\, 26269\, United States
CATEGORIES:Take Action
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240213T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240213T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142454
CREATED:20231121T161826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231207T183409Z
UID:9075-1707814800-1707832800@www.wvhighlands.org
SUMMARY:E-Day at the Capitol
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE: Join environmental groups from across the state for this annual advocacy day on Tuesday\, February 13. \nYou’re invited to Environmental Day (E-Day) at the WV State Capitol! E-Day will bring together environmental and student groups\, concerned citizens\, and policymakers across the state to discuss critical environmental issues\, promote legislation\, and build relationships. Please see our calendar event here for more info. Tables and chairs are provided\, and participation is free. \nPlease register here.
URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/e-day-at-the-capitol/
LOCATION:WV State Capitol Upper Rotunda House\, 1900 Kanawha Blvd E\, Charleston\, West Virginia\, 25305
CATEGORIES:Take Action
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240120T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240120T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142454
CREATED:20231206T165858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231228T144721Z
UID:9165-1705759200-1705766400@www.wvhighlands.org
SUMMARY:Save Our Solar Rally
DESCRIPTION:Join us on January 20\, 2024 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the State Capital to celebrate the benefits of solar for West Virginia.  \nSolar is under attack by legislators and monopoly utilities that are leading the effort to change net metering rules—important policies that ensure solar is economically viable and accessible to all consumers. We cannot let this happen. \nCommunity solar and net metering are important to West Virginians\, we want a sustainable future and fair compensation for the power we produce. \nThis indoor/outdoor event will include speakers from the industry\, decision makers\, and solar customers\, as well as advocacy training and the chance to speak face-to-face with key decision makers. Music and limited refreshments will be provided. Register now to participate in ride sharing or catch one of our buses from across the state! We hope to see you there. \nPlease register for the event here.
URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/save-our-solar-rally/
LOCATION:West Virginia State Capitol\, 1900 Kanawha Blvd E\, Charleston\, WV\, 25305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Take Action
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240110T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142454
CREATED:20231110T181001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T154654Z
UID:8777-1704880800-1704891600@www.wvhighlands.org
SUMMARY:WVHC Board of Directors' Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The quarterly meeting of the Board of Directors’ of the West Virginia Highlands Conservancy will be held at the Kanawha County Public Library in Charleston\, WV\, on Wednesday\, January 10 at 10 a.m.
URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/wvhc-board-of-directors-meeting/
LOCATION:Kanawha County Public Library\, 123 Capitol Street\, Charleston\, WV\, 25314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240110T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240110T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142454
CREATED:20231206T170455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T170455Z
UID:9169-1704873600-1704906000@www.wvhighlands.org
SUMMARY:Start of 2024 WV Regular Legislative Session
DESCRIPTION:The 2024 West Virginia Regular Legislative Session will take place from January\, 10 – March 9\, 2024. \nSign up for our action alerts to stay engaged with session and advocate for environmental policies. \n 
URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/start-of-2024-wv-regular-legislative-session/
CATEGORIES:Take Action
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240109T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240109T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142454
CREATED:20231202T020334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231202T020449Z
UID:9141-1704819600-1704834000@www.wvhighlands.org
SUMMARY:Clean Water For All: Reflecting on the 2014 Water Crisis and Shaping a Water-Secure Future
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for “Clean Water for All: Reflecting on the 2014 Crisis and Shaping a Water Secure Future” on January 9\, 2024\, from 5 pm to 9 p.m. at the Culture Center in Charleston. \nJanuary 9\, 2024 will mark 10 years from the day that a chemical leak on the Elk River left 300\,000 people in nine counties throughout the Kanawha Valley region without safe water. This day was a turning point in our collective history\, one that highlighted the precious nature of our shared water resources\, activated new leaders\, and led to legislative wins protecting drinking water quality.  \nTo commemorate this historic event\, please join us to bring together the stories of those impacted by the Elk River chemical leak and the stories of new advocates responding to current problems. \nThis free event will feature live music\, speakers\, interactive art\, food\, and community. \nPlease register for the event here.
URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/clean-water-for-all-reflecting-on-the-2014-water-crisis-and-shaping-a-water-secure-future/
LOCATION:Culture Center\, State Capitol Complex\, 1900 Kanawha Blvd\, Charleston\, WV\, 25305\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231219T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231219T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142454
CREATED:20231116T163335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231202T020708Z
UID:8894-1703008800-1703016000@www.wvhighlands.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Public Hearing: Parsons-Davis Core Boring in Monongahela National Forest for Corridor H
DESCRIPTION:The West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection’s Division of Water and Waste Management is holding a virtual public hearing for Greenman-Pedersen\, Inc.’s application for an WV NPDES Water Pollution Control Permit Modification. The proposed modification involves adding 11.2 acres of earth disturbance to the existing permit for access roads\, drilling pads\, and lay down areas associated with Phase 2 of the Parsons-Davis (Corridor H) Core Boring Project\, and will discharge treated stormwater into an unnamed tributary of Roaring Run\, Slip Hill Run\, Mill Run\, Big Run\, Tub Run\, the North Fork of the Blackwater River\, Pendleton Creek\, and Beaver Creek. \nA virtual public hearing on the draft application will be held on Tuesday\, December 19\, 2023 from 6 to 8 p.m. The WVDEP will provide information\, answer questions\, and accept official comments. \nPre-registration for the hearing is required. To register\, please complete the registration form at:  https://forms.gle/S1yDKgpE8qHPcwmJA or call Terry Fletcher at 304-926-0499 ext. 49720 by 5 p.m. the day of the hearing. Registrants will receive a separate email with the link and call-in number for the virtual hearing once the registration deadline passes. \nWritten comments can also be submitted via email to DEP.Comments@wv.gov or regular mail to:\nDirector\, Division of Water and Management\, DEP\nATTN: Sharon Mullins\, Permitting Section\n601 57th Street SE\nCharleston\, WV 25304-2345 \nThe comment period closes at 5 p.m. on Friday\, December 29\, 2023. All comments submitted by this date\, including those provided at the hearing\, will be considered prior to the agency issuing its final determination. \nHard or digital copies of the application are available upon request. To request a copy or for more information\, contact the above WVDEP staff member Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Individuals requiring Telecommunication Device (TDD) may contact our agency by calling 800-422-5700.
URL:https://www.wvhighlands.org/event/virtual-public-hearing-parsons-davis-core-boring-in-monongahela-national-forest/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Take Action
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