Feel Autumn in the Air on the Bluestone River

Date: September 10, 2014
Contact: Jodi French-Burr, 304-574-2115

Glen Jean, West Virginia,September 10, 2014—Nature is around every corner, especially in the Bluestone River Gorge. Explore life and history with a ranger on a guided hike in the Bluestone River gorge onSaturday, September 13from10:00 am –11:30 am. This leisurely, river-side walk is a fun way to experience the out-of-doors and learn about the natural world that surrounds us. This program is also a good place to find out more about the people who shaped the region's history. Meet at the base of the Pipestem Resort State Park tramway for this 2.0 mile round-trip walk into the Bluestone National Scenic River. Bring $2.00 for the return tram ride. Wear comfortable walk shoes for this guided walk.

For more information about area National Park Service sites visit https://www.nps.gov/neri, check out the park Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/newrivergorgenps, or stop by any New River Gorge National River visitor center.