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Fifth Annual West Virginia Archery in the Schools Program State Tournament March 27 at the Charleston Civic Center - CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (DNR) will host its fifth annual West Virginia Archery in the Schools (AIS) Program State Tournament at the Charleston Civic Center on Saturday, March 27, 2010, according to DNR Director Frank Jezioro. This year’s tournament should be the single largest indoor youth archery tournament in the history of the state with 540 students participating, representing 41 West Virginia schools.

Better than a thousand words – Photography Workshop at Cass Scenic Railroad State Park June 11-13 - CASS. W.Va. – Cass Scenic Railroad State Park will be hosting a photography workshop featuring national award winning photographer Clayton Spangler from Friday, June 11 through Sunday, June 13. Instruction will be available for all skill levels, and early registration is recommended for the limited number of spots available.

Spring Gobbler Hunter Cabin Special at Bluestone State Park - HINTON, W.Va. – With Spring Gobbler Season in West Virginia beginning April 26, Bluestone State Park in Summers County has “called up” some reduced rental cabin rates for park guests and hunters alike. From April 26 – May 22, Bluestone is offering 20 percent off mid-week cabin rental rates.

Gander Mountain Store in South Charleston to Host Archery in the Schools Program Training April 20 and 21; Sign-up Deadline April 9 - SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. – West Virginia Division of Natural Resources Wildlife Resources Section (DNR) will hold its next Archery in the Schools (AIS) Program instructor training April 20-21 at the Gander Mountain Store in South Charleston, according to Jerry Westfall, DNR’s AIS Program Coordinator.

State Parks Marching Through Winter with Madness, Music and More - SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. - Regardless of entrance, lion or lamb, March is here. It’s time to shake off the winter-time blues or lingering effects of cabin fever and take advantage of the variety of events and offers at West Virginia’s state parks. Visitors to and residents of West Virginia will find plenty of events, activities and discounts available, including rate reductions bordering on madness at five of the state parks lodges, golf play daring the breaks in winter weather, jazz, jigs and Elvis.

Trout Stocked the Week of March 1-5, 2010 - The following waters were stocked the week of March 1, 2010.

Deer Donation Totals for the Hunters Helping the Hungry Program - SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Hunters donated 1,286 deer to the Hunters Helping the Hungry (HHH) Program during the 2009 hunting season, according to the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (DNR). This was a bit higher than the 2008 seasons’ donation total (1,149).

Irish Eyes are Smiling on the 23rd Annual West Virginia Irish Heritage Festival at Pipestem Resort State Park March 13 - PIPESTEM, W.Va. – Celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day at Pipestem Resort State Park Saturday, March 13, with “The Earl of Elkview and the O’Daugherty Family Singers” along with special guest Buddy Griffin and some new additions to the group. Pipestem Resort and The Southern West Virginia Irish Heritage Festival group have arranged entertainment and activities for this annual weekend event.

Steal Away for Jazz at Hawks Nest State Park March 6 - ANSTED, W.Va. – A jazz performance by “Stolen Moments” will be the featured entertainment March 6 at the next dinner theater event at Hawks Nest State Park. The musicians are members of the West Virginia Symphony Orchestra.

Open House for Comments Concerning Possible Lease Cancellation with Hawks Nest Golf Course Scheduled for March 8 - ANSTED, W.Va. – The Parks and Recreation Section of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources will be conducting an in-person, public comment "Open House" at Hawks Nest State Park Lodge from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Monday, March 8. State Park representatives will be at the Lodge's main meeting room during that period to meet with any interested citizens and discuss the state's possible cancellation of the Hawks Nest golf course lease. The public may attend at any time during open house.

Women's Get-A-Way planned at North Bend State Park, March 19-21 - CAIRO, W.Va. – Girlfriends, mothers, daughters, aunts and sisters - North Bend State Park has created a weekend to get away, just for women. Women’s Get-A-Way weekend is March 19-21 and offers options to relax, get pampered, or enjoy a craft or book, and more.

W.Va. State Parks System Announces Professional Advancement - SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (DNR) has announced that three individuals recently have accepted state park administrative positions. Paul Redford, Brad Reed, and Dave Caplinger have been chosen for key posts.

Trout Stocked the Week of Feb 22-26, 2010 - The following waters were stocked the week of February 22, 2010.

Hawks Nest Restaurant Renamed and Welcomes New Manager - ANSTED, W.Va. – Hawks Nest State Park, known for its scenic views of the New River Gorge and a history steeped with reminders of the Civil Conservation Corps, is home to a lodge and full service restaurant. Capturing the imagery of the view, the newly-renamed Canyon Vista Restaurant is open year-round and is becoming an integral part of visitor and guest satisfaction in Fayette County and across West Virginia.

2009 – 2010 West Virginia’s Trapping Seasons to Close Soon - SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources reminds sportsmen and sportswomen that the 2009 – 2010 trapping season for raccoon, fox, bobcat, mink and muskrat ends on February 28, 2010.