Irish Road Bowling National Finals – Bol~Chumnn na hEireann North American Region Finals, Blackwater Falls State Park
Irish Road Bowling consists of a ball made of iron and steel that is heavy enough to pick up speed, yet small enough for any person to handle. Besides the basic rules and terms, all you do is hurl this 28 oz. sized "bowl" with an underhand motion over a 1 to 2 mile country road and see how far it goes! Scored like golf, the fewest number of shots from the start to the finish line wins. Irish Road Bowling is similar to fast pitch softball, except with a running start. It's also like bowling if you had enough room to run 10 or 15 yards. Irish Road Bowling is ideal for young athletes or seniors who are looking to enjoy a scenic walk on a country road, combined with an ancient and exciting, but not overly strenuous, sport! Hosted by the West Virginia Irish Road Bowling Association (WVIRBA). West Virginia is proud to host the USA national finals for this ancient sport for the fifth time. The three organized clubs, Boston, New York and West Virginia, rotate the exciting weekend tournament every August to decide the best in the USA, under the auspices of Bol~Chumann na hEireann in Ireland. This is where you will see the sport as it is supposed to be played, at the highest level. Boston's Con O Callaghan, Florrie O'Mahoney, his son Sean O'Mahoney, Roger O'Riordan, Brendan O'Sullivan All Ireland winners, New York's Adfrian Lappin, Fergal Carr, both All Ireland winners and Mick Mahoney, and West Virginia's own Travis Craig, Travis McClintic, and Stephen Wallington will be hurling iron and steel road bowls down the Pendleton Point Road. Best the players in the USA in one on one competition at Blackwater Falls. Everyone welcome to all events, including the Welcome Reception and Semi-final Matches Draw, Friday evening at 6:00 p.m. buffet in Blackwater Lodge. Friday afternoon - practice scores in the road, meet the players. Friday evening at the lodge - welcoming reception, buffet dinner, drawing of the scores for Saturday. Saturday - Semi-finals 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. semi-finals in four grades Sunday - Finals and awards ceremony, everyone invited. The North American Region Finals: if you have not seen this amazing sport, this is your chance, easy walking with the throwers - Everyone Welcome!! Winners at Blackwater Falls State Park advance to the All Ireland Finals to be held in the USA on Wampatuck State Park, Hingham, Massachusetts. Blackwater Falls State Park, 304 259 5216, www.blackwaterfalls.com, for the WVIRBA David Powell (202) 387-1680, Cell: (202) 905-1959.
Irish Road Bowling – WV State Championship Finals, Blackwater Falls State Park
Irish Road Bowling consists of a ball made of iron and steel that is heavy enough to pick up speed, yet small enough for any person to handle. Besides the basic rules and terms, all you do is hurl this 28 oz. sized "bowl" with an underhand motion over a 1 to 2 mile country road and see how far it goes! Scored like golf, the fewest number of shots from the start to the finish line wins. Irish Road Bowling is similar to fast pitch softball, except with a running start. It's also like bowling if you had enough room to run 10 or 15 yards. Irish Road Bowling is ideal for young athletes or seniors who are looking to enjoy a scenic walk on a country road, combined with an ancient and exciting, but not overly strenuous, sport! The top bowlers, men and women, from each of the two qualifiers, Pipestem Resort April 21 and 22, and Strawberry Festival May 19 and 20, meet at Blackwater Falls State Park, Davis, WV. See the flamethrowers, top guns in West Virginia, throws can roll 250 - 300 yards. See Travis Craig, Travis McClintic, Stephen Wallington, Bryan Wimer, Rich Meece, Ken McClintic,, Wayne Marrs, Travis Shipley, Stephen Holmes, Morgan Ware, and many more, all the fastest throwers in WV. See the best lady bowlers in the WV state finals. Winners advance to the North American Region Finals, (national championship) again at Blackwater Falls State Park, Davis, WV, August 3, 4, 5, 2018. June 23: Semifinals - Novice 1, Novice 2, Novice 3, Novice 4 June 24:Finals - Novice 1, Novice 2, Novice 3, Novice 4 For more information, contact David Powell 202-387-1680, Cell: 202-905-1959.
Irish Road Bowling – Canaan Valley State Park
Irish Road Bowling consists of a ball made of iron and steel that is heavy enough to pick up speed, yet small enough for any person to handle. Besides the basic rules and terms, all you do is hurl this 28 oz. sized "bowl" with an underhand motion over a 1 to 2 mile country road and see how far it goes! Scored like golf, the fewest number of shots from the start to the finish line wins. Irish Road Bowling is similar to fast pitch softball, except with a running start. It's also like bowling if you had enough room to run 10 or 15 yards. Irish Road Bowling is ideal for young athletes or seniors who are looking to enjoy a scenic walk on a country road, combined with an ancient and exciting, but not overly strenuous, sport! In the highest-elevation valley east of the Mississippi, this open road with sweeping curves is an ideal contrast to the boulders and rhododendron thickets at nearby Blackwater Falls. Enjoy a two-day two-event road bowling weekend at Blackwater and Canaan. Bowling begins at 1:30 p.m. Contact David Vance, 800-622-4121, ext. 2788 for more information.
Irish Road Bowling – Blackwater Falls State Park
Irish Road Bowling consists of a ball made of iron and steel that is heavy enough to pick up speed, yet small enough for any person to handle. Besides the basic rules and terms, all you do is hurl this 28 oz. sized "bowl" with an underhand motion over a 1 to 2 mile country road and see how far it goes! Scored like golf, the fewest number of shots from the start to the finish line wins. Irish Road Bowling is similar to fast pitch softball, except with a running start. It's also like bowling if you had enough room to run 10 or 15 yards. Irish Road Bowling is ideal for young athletes or seniors who are looking to enjoy a scenic walk on a country road, combined with an ancient and exciting, but not overly strenuous, sport! Bowling begins at 1:30pm. One of the closer events to Pittsburgh and Washington D.C., Blackwater Falls is WV's best known landmark in a state famous for its scenery with Rhododendron blossoms and a circle road. The Washington Post described the Falls as “so perfectly set in its narrow canyon and so beautiful as to be almost surreal.”
Holiday Market
Come join us for our annual Holiday Market! We'll have the room packed with artists, craftspeople, food entrepreneurs and farmers offering their gifting treasures... not to mention festive music, raffle drawings, hot food, coloring contest and SANTA!!! Yep... jolly Santa will be joining us to listen to all the little kiddos holiday wishes and, for a small fee, you can get your very own Polaroid picture to take home.
Snowy Luau Festival
Aloha Skiers! It's time again to round up your best Hawaiian outfits for our costume parade, prepare your best sleds, shovels, and sliders for our Hawaiian Derby and come join us for some fantastic fun! The longstanding Timberline tradition has grown each year to the current reputation as the biggest festival in the region.
West Virginia Telemark Festival
The West Virginia Telemark Festival is the largest gathering of Telemark Skiers in the South East. The event is hosted by Nords of Timberline, at Timberline Four Seasons Resort. Saturday we will have all-day Telemark clinics followed by an après ski party in the evening. Saturday Clinic $90.00 Lift Ticket - $59.00 Our Whole-day clinics run from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m with 1 hour for lunch. Registration in Events Room from 8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.; on snow at 9:00 a.m. Sunday, enjoy skiing the mountain and join us for our races. https://a.zozi.com/#/express/timberlinefourseasonsresortwv/products/201168
Meet the Brewer
Blackwater Brewing Company, will be hosting a beer pairing dinner event at Timber's Pub & Fireside Grille. The event will showcase five of their brews, paired with dishes created from a variety of local selections and made in Timber's kitchen. $45 per ticket, only 30 tickets so buy them quickly. Tickets available here... https://a.zozi.com/#/express/timberlinefourseasonsresortwv/products/203955?clearCart=true
Annual Women’s Clinic
It's a Girl's Day Out! Our Annual Women's Clinic Day offers all day instruction for Alpine, Telemark or Snowboard disciplines. *Enhance Your Style *Progress to a New Level *Gain Confidence *Have a Blast Enjoy learning while in the comfort & support of other "gals" & women coaches. Be proud to "Ski Like a Girl!" Saturday, February 25, 2017 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. only $90. Also, get a discounted lift ticket for $59. 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m Registration (Ski School Desk) 9:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. Warm-UP (Meet at Timberline Resort Event Room) 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. ON Snow! 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Lunch (on your own) 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. ON Snow! 4:00 p.m. - RECEPTION WITH LIGHT SNACKS!! Video & Video Feedback is included if you choose to participate.
Wild Thing Weekend
Come get wild on the slopes at Canaan Valley Resort. Plenty of family fun activities and contest scheduled throughout the weekend. This annual event includes various contests, races, cook-outs, live entertainment, and “The Infamous Pond Jump” and Sunday Rail Jam. Let’s get “WILD” this weekend!
Blackwater Falls State Park – FIRST DAY HIKE
Take your first step into the New Year with a hike at Blackwater Falls State Park. Meet park naturalist, Paulita Cousin at the Sled Run parking area to embrace the new year with this brisk wintry walk along Forest Road 18 and Lindy Point Trail to one of West Virginia's most spectacular views. Cathedral State Park Ranger, Ben Leedom will be assisting. Blackwater Falls has a healthy attendance and welcome past participants or new hikers for this 1st Day event. This hike is approximately 3 miles round-trip. Sturdy shoes required. Dress appropriately for weather conditions. Please, carry water and a snack. Get Outdoors! Explore! Individual participating in First Day Hikes, when completing an attendance card, receive a First Day Patch via mail. Hikers do not have to be enrolled in the WV State Park Hiking Program to attend the First Day Hike.
ArtSpring
ArtSpring promotes and cultivates the arts in public life and presents a Memorial Day weekend festival of the arts in the highlands of Tucker County, WV. Kicking off on May 25th and continuing through May 27th, the festival celebrates the best of the arts community throughout the towns of Thomas, Davis, Canaan Valley, and Parsons. The festival will include: Live Music - Silent Auction - Handmade Art Market - Art Openings - Gallery Receptions - Kids Activities - Artist Demonstrations - Wine Tasting - Lantern Parade - Public Art Unveiling - Farmers Market - Craft Beer - Square Dance - Thomas Art Crawl - Plein Aire Painters - Photography Walk - Poet Walk - film screening - 1,000 Paper Cranes.