WV National Hunting and Fishing Days Returns!
Enjoy family time and outdoor thrills during West Virginia’s National Hunting and Fishing Days at the Summit Bechtel Reserve in Beckley on September 9-10! Sample wild game and farm-fresh food, listen to live music, meet outdoor TV personalities and let your kids participate in the exciting Outdoor Youth Challenge and win prizes. Tickets are $10 and kids ages 15 and younger get in for free. Don’t miss out! Get your tickets today!
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Tickets
Get your National Hunting and Fishing Days tickets by 11:59 p.m. on Sept. 4 and receive 5 complimentary tickets to sample signature dishes at our newest event: A Taste of West Virginia State Parks! Don’t miss out on this incredible deal. Buy your tickets today while there’s still time!
Adult Ticket
$10
Kids Ticket
Free
OUTDOOR YOUTH CHALLENGE
Outdoor Adventures for Everyone
National Hunting and Fishing Days has plenty of fun activities for kids! Register them for the Outdoor Youth Challenge, where they can try out several activities and win prizes, such as conservation camp scholarships and a lifetime hunting and fishing license.
Hunting Stations/Challenges
- Waterfowl Dog Demo (DOA Outfitters)
- Wild Game Cooking
- Deer Quartering (Backcountry Hunters and Anglers)
- Deer Field Dressing
- Squirrel Field Dressing
- Laser Shot
- Squirrel Dog Demo
- .22 Rifle *
- Shotgun *
- Crossbow *
* Located at the Summit Shooting Range. Shuttle service available.
Fishing Stations/Challenges
- Aquarium (WV Department of Environmental Protection)
- Fish Filleting
- Casting for Accuracy
- Knot Tying 101
- Fish Identification
- Fly Fishing (Backcountry Hunters and Anglers)
- Bow Fishing
- Kids Fishing Derby/Youth Fishing
Outdoor Stations/Challenges
- Nature Scavenger Hunt (West Virginia State Parks)
- K-9 Drones
- U.S. Army National Guard
- Know Your Trees
- Don’t Get Lost: Rangefinder and Compass
- Soil Trailer (WV Department of Agriculture)
- Leaf Impressions (WV Division of Forestry)
- Youth Environmental Program (WV Department of Environmental Protection)
- Boating and Water Safety
- Law Enforcement Challenge
- Natural Resources Police Dogs
- Search and Rescue Dogs
- Archery Range
- Sustainability Treehouse (Summit Bechtel Reserve)
Wildlife Stations/Challenges
- West Virginia State Wildlife Center
- Bird Identification
- Wildlife Identification
- Three Rivers Raptor Display (Three Rivers Avian Center)
- Insect Safari (WV Department of Agriculture)
- Snakes Alive!
NEW EVENT!
A Taste of West Virginia State Parks
Sample wild game, Appalachian favorites and signature dishes at this unique culinary tour of West Virginia State Parks.
Details
- Food samples will be offered on Saturday only from 2-4 p.m.
- Participants will be able to vote for their favorite dish.
Tickets
- Available to purchase at West Virginia State Park Mobile Gift Shop Station
- Regular Pack: 5 for $5
- Family Pack: 20 for $15
Participating State Parks
Menu
Cacapon Resort State Park
- Cacapon Crab Cakes
Chief Logan State Park
- Elk Meatballs with Sweet and Spicy West Virginia Honey Sauce
- Garlic Herb Roasted West Virginia Grown Vegetables
Hawks Nest State Park
- Tangy Barbeque Chicken Stuffed Baked Potatoes
- Apple Pie Beans
- Apple Cheesecake Bites
Twin Falls State Park
- Farm Fresh Blackberry Cobbler
Event Information
Location and Directions
Summit Bechtel Reserve
Glen Jean, WV
Dates and Times
Saturday, September 9
9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday, September 10
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Schedule and Map
Coming Soon!
Parking
- Free with Ticket Purchase
- Handicap/Accessible Parking Available
New! Kids Fishing Derby
- Saturday: 12-2 p.m.
- Open to all kids ages 15 and younger
- First Catch Certificates
- All participants entered into a drawing for a free fishing pole (5 Winners)
Additional Activities
In addition to National Hunting and Fishing Days activities, the Summit has has many opportunities to enjoy other free and fee-based outdoor adventures. More details to come!
Lodging
- Summit Bechtel Camping
- Nearby Hotels
Prizes and Giveaways
Outdoor Youth Challenge (Day 1)
Saturday, September 9 at 6 p.m.
The Chase/Flyrod Chronicles/Whitetail Frenzy
Saturday, September 9
4 p.m.
Elk Tour Drawing
Saturday, September 9
4:30 p.m.
Outdoor Youth Challenge (Day 2)
Sunday, September 10 at 4 p.m.
Special Guest Appearances
The Chase
Available for Autographs
Saturday, September 9
10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Flyrod Chronicles
Available for Autographs
Saturday, September 9
12-2 p.m.
Whitetail Frenzy
Available for Autographs
Saturday, September 9
2-4 p.m.
Vendors and Outfitters
- Rural King
- U.S. Army National Guard
- WQBE Radio
- West Virginia State Parks Mobile Gift Shop
- More vendor and outfitter announcements coming soon!
Wholesale Tickets, Accessibility Arrangements
Contact Chris Scraggs
chris.g.scraggs@wv.gov
304-558-2771
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