Nature Wonder Weekend
September 11-13, 2026
North Bend State Park – Cairo, West Virginia
Cost: $35
Grow your bond with nature in West Virginia as you enjoy guided nature hikes and educational workshops focused on foraging, preparing and enjoying wild food. Each participant must be registered to participate in weekend activities. Register today!
Featured Speaker
Bill Beatty
specialist, naturalist, author and nature photographer based in Wellsburg. A widely recognized expert of Appalachian edible wild plants, with over 50 years of foraging experience in the region. His foraging approach centers on the philosophy that wild plants are nutritious, delicious, free, and add variety to the human diet.
Programs and Activities
Wild Food Walks and Workshops
Enjoy guided nature hikes led by knowledgeable wild food experts and attend educational workshops focused on foraging, preparing and using wild food.
Wild Food Contests and Social Hour
Show off your culinary skills during the Wood-Faust National Wild Foods Association Wild Foods Contest and enjoy meeting other nature enthusiasts during the Saturday social.
Lodging and Meals
Lodge Room (Price Per Person)
- Double Occupancy – $108
- Single Occupancy – $216
Cabin (Price Per Person)
- 6 Person (Full Occupancy) – $57
- 4 Person (Full Occupancy) – $75
Meals
- Full Meal Package (5 Meals) – $125
- Meal Package (No Saturday Dinner) – $105
- Saturday Lunch and Dinner Only – $45
- Children’s Meal Package (Ages 7-11) – $75
Contacts
Julia Greathouse
Administrative Secretary, WVDNR
Julia.L.Greathouse@wv.gov