Ranger and young visitors at overlook

The National Park Service offers opportunities to learn more about and enjoy New River Gorge National River. All programs are free of charge and everyone is welcome. A wide array of subjects is covered and several areas of the park are utilized. Visit New River Gorge National River, attend a ranger program, and stop by one of the park visitor centers to view displays, watch a film, or access park information. If you are between 7 and 14 years of age, you may want to become a "Junior Ranger."

American Sign Language interpretation is available by request. Please call 304-465-0508 at least 14 days prior to your visit.

New River Gorge Wildflower Weekend

Appalachian Spring Youth Art Contest  

Celebrate ecology through art! Contest for students of Fayette, Nicholas, Raleigh and Summers County schools, grades K through 12 for spring exhibit at Tamarack.

What This Program Is All About:
Youth Arts in the Parks is a student competition that celebrates ecology through art! Through this program and the April art exhibit at Tamarack, students have the opportunity as community leaders to raise awareness of Appalachia's natural diversity and parks. Their works inspire community connections to local ecology, as well as outdoor stewardship. Student who participate in this art program will explore the business of art and its role in economic development.

 Contest Guidelines

Entry Form

Wildflower Reference Photo Gallery

Wildflower Check List

Photo Release Form

http://www.tamarackwv.com/gallery/youthartsintheparks.aspx

Photo galleries of Arts in Parks exhibits... 2010 - Divide Elementary School