January 2009

Hawks Nest State Park Dinner Theater rates posted after April listings
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January 17
Dinner Theater
A Country Music Murder
The Bodacious Bodines are back on the road! These three singing sisters were once a Country Music sensation. They even almost had a hit record once. Now, the sisters are singing again, but their daughters have joined them and the group is off to Nashville to try to make it in the music business. And, there is more than a little rivalry about who will be the lead singer of the group. Could it be one of Raylene Bodine’s daughters? Raylene, or Auntie Mama as she is called, is the ramrod of the group. But Arlene Bodine was the former lead singer; maybe one of her daughters will provide some competition. Arlene and Raylene have some issues anyway, since Raylene stole Arlene’s husband all those years ago. Then, there is wacky and clumsy Durleen Bodine and her daughter. The sisters and their girls will present a Farewell Concert, as they go on the road to seek fame and fortune.
Contact: Hawks Nest – 304-658-5212 (Direct)

January 18 – Sunday Matinee
Dinner Theater
A Country Music Murder
The Bodacious Bodines are back on the road! These three singing sisters were once a Country Music sensation. They even almost had a hit record once. Now, the sisters are singing again, but their daughters have joined them and the group is off to Nashville to try to make it in the music business. And, there is more than a little rivalry about who will be the lead singer of the group. Could it be one of Raylene Bodine’s daughters? Raylene, or Auntie Mama as she is called, is the ramrod of the group. But Arlene Bodine was the former lead singer; maybe one of her daughters will provide some competition. Arlene and Raylene have some issues anyway, since Raylene stole Arlene’s husband all those years ago. Then, there is wacky and clumsy Durleen Bodine and her daughter. The sisters and their girls will present a Farewell Concert, as they go on the road to seek fame and fortune.
Contact: Hawks Nest – 304-658-5212 (Direct)

January 24
Musical Performance
Timothy Seaman, Hammered Dulcimer Player
This native West Virginia son comes home to the mountains to share his talents. Seaman will perform on this 85-string ancestor to the piano. The many strings are struck by small “hammers” for a delectable and moving effect, especially as played by this internationally known recording artist. Seaman makes West Virginians proud with his featured renditions of such classic folk melodies as ‘Scarborough Fair”, “Amazing Grace”, and “The Water is Wide”, plus vibrant new compositions celebrating nature and history, with titles like “Sycamore Rapids” and “Spring in the Gap”. He gets the audience involved with the many other instruments that he brings along.
Contact: Hawks Nest – 304-658-5212 (Direct)

January 31
MUSICAL PERFORMANCE
Lilly Mountaineers
Join these masters of Bluegrass music, Daniel Lilly, bass guitar & vocals; Mark Lilly, guitar & vocals; Beth Sparks, vocals; Steve Sparks on drums; state banjo champion player, Rad Lewis and twice state fiddle champion, Johnny Truman. The Lilly family is known throughout the Bluegrass circuit and they really present a terrific show.
Contact: Hawks Nest – 304-658-5212 (Direct)

February 2009

February 13 – Friday Night
Musical Performance
Elvis Tribute Artist, Franky Dee
Join us for a return performance of this Elvis Tribute Artist, Franky Dee. Both events were sold out last season and everyone was asking for more. Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a musical tribute to the great Elvis Presley. Franky Dee has the voice and the moves of the late Elvis. He stirs the crowd with his moves and is known for leaving his scarves wrapped around the neck of ladies in the audience.
Contact: Hawks Nest – 304-658-5212 (Direct)

February 14 – Saturday Night
Musical Performance
Elvis Tribute Artist, Franky Dee
Join us for a return performance of this Elvis Tribute Artist, Franky Dee. Both events were sold out last season and everyone was asking for more. Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a musical tribute to the great Elvis Presley. Franky Dee has the voice and the moves of the late Elvis. He stirs the crowd with his moves and is known for leaving his scarves wrapped around the neck of ladies in the audience.
Contact: Hawks Nest – 304-658-5212 (Direct)

February 28
Jazz Performance
Stolen Moments
Stolen Moments is a jazz group with a quartet of vibes, guitar, bass and drums. This group of experienced, talented individuals is a part of the West Virginia Symphony Orchestra, who enjoys the interaction with smaller groups as well. You won’t regret spending an evening enlivened by this jazz group. We all need a little “jazz” in our lives and this group will give it to you.
Contact: Hawks Nest – 304-658-5212 (Direct)

March 2009

March 14 – Saturday evening
Dinner Theater
Grace O’Malley featuring Karen Vuranch
Irish legend abounds with stories of Grace O’Malley, a pirate queen who sailed the high seas in the 16th century. Even more compelling, the colorful stories of her life can be documented in fact. Not only did she fight against the conquest of Ireland by its powerful neighbor, England, she also commanded an army of men and remained a leading political figure in a time when women had no personal power. Through the story of Grace O’Malley, American audiences can begin to understand the contemporary political struggles in Ireland by learning about the era in which these conflicts first arose. Grace O’Malley performed in the Chautauqua style, will give a monologue of the exciting life of O’Malley and then a questions session answered in character.
Contact: Hawks Nest – 304-658-5212 (Direct)

March 21 – Saturday evening
Drama & 18th Century Living History
The Legacy of Mary Ingles
The Mary Ingles Trail Associates will present a historical drama based of the life of Mary Draper Ingles. Embroiled in the turmoil of the French & Indian War, Mary was captured by the Shawnee Indians in July 1755 and after several months, she escaped and made her way back home by walking more than 500 miles. Join us for an educational living history lesson of early western Virginia from the 1750s–1800s. Participants will be able to visit with Mary Draper Ingles and hear some of her story; learn some of the challenges faced by Rebecca Boone, wife of Daniel Boone; as well as glimpse into the lives of many other historical figures of the past. You will hear of the lives of the Cherokee, Shawnee, and other Eastern Woodland Indians of the area, and become acquainted with settlers of this land and how they felt about its vastness and dangers.
Contact: Hawks Nest – 304-658-5212 (Direct)

April 2009

April 4 – Saturday evening
Americana–Country Roots–Traditional Folk
John Lilly
John Lilly is an award-winning songwriter, guitarist and singer whose sound recalls another era. He blends timeless originals with country music classics and traditional folk to create an entertaining and enlightening evening for all ages. In 2005, John won first place in the international Ghost Writers in the Sky Songwriting contest for new songs written in the style of Hank Williams, Sr. In 2007, his CD recording “Haunted Honky Tonk” reached No. 1 on both the Freeform Americans Roots radio chart and the Euro Americana radio chart. According to one reviewer, “If Hank Williams had a sunny disposition, he’d be John Lilly.”  John makes his home in Charleston, WV, where he is the editor of Goldenseal magazine — the state’s quarterly journal of traditional life.
Contact: Hawks Nest – 304-658-5212 (Direct)

April 17 – Friday evening
Musical Performance
Elvis Tribute Artist, Franky Dee
Join us for a return performance of this Elvis Tribute Artist, Franky Dee. Both events were sold out last season and everyone was asking for more. Franky Dee has the voice and the moves of the late Elvis. He stirs the crowd with his moves and is known for leaving his scarves wrapped around the neck of ladies in the audience.
Contact: Hawks Nest – 304-658-5212 (Direct)

April 18 – Saturday Night
Musical Performance
Elvis Tribute Artist, Franky Dee
Join us for a return performance of this Elvis Tribute Artist, Franky Dee. Both events were sold out last season and everyone was asking for more. Franky Dee has the voice and the moves of the late Elvis. He stirs the crowd with his moves and is known for leaving his scarves wrapped around the neck of ladies in the audience.
Contact: Hawks Nest – 304-658-5212 (Direct)

April 19 – Sunday Matinee,
Musical Performance
Elvis Tribute Artist, Franky Dee
Join us for a return performance of this Elvis Tribute Artist, Franky Dee. Both events were sold out last season and everyone was asking for more. Franky Dee has the voice and the moves of the late Elvis. He stirs the crowd with his moves and is known for leaving his scarves wrapped around the neck of ladies in the audience.
Contact: Hawks Nest – 304-658-5212 (Direct)

Dinner Theater Rates

DINNER THEATER PACKAGES
$162 based on double occupancy
Includes:
• Dinner/Breakfast for two
• Theater for two
• Overnight lodging
• 10% Gift Shop Discount coupon
• Golf green fees, weather permitting

DINNER THEATER ONLY
$45.50 adults         
$30.50 children
• Advanced payment and reservations are required.
• Seating is pre-assigned with four people to a table.
• Reservation for Full Package will be honored first.
• Reservations for Dinner Theater Only will be taken 10 days prior to the event. 

SATURDAY & SUNDAY MATINEES
$35.50 adults          $25.50 children
• Includes performance & buffet
• Advanced reservations for Matinees are required.
• Reservations taken anytime prior to event.

For more information:  304-658-5212 (Direct)
1-800-CALL-WVA (Ask for Hawks Nest)

May 2009

May 1
Nature Center Open. Aerial Tram. Scenic Overlook. Jet boat rides. School group programs.

June 2009

June 6
National Trails Day
Hawks Nest State Park
Event Time: 9 AM
Event Direction: Hawks Nest Rail Trail is located just off RT 60, Ansted, WV. Access to trail is by way of River Road. This is the newest trail that is shouldering our boundary and completes it travels near the park Nature Center. The 1.9 mile (one way) trail is an easy walking, gravel trail featuring two trestles and waterfall vantage points. This trail can be a circle trail using the River Road (minor vehicle traffic) or by connecting a lift on the tramway. No trail fee, tramway requires ticket purchase. No food will be provided. Box lunch can be purchased from dining room.

Event Description: This event will consist of a nature hike on the Hawks Nest Rail Trail to discover the plant life (herbaceous and woody) and learn some of Hawks Nest history during the hike. We will also do some minimal litter pickup as we hike along the trail. This will consist of only papers and other small item, trash bags will be provided for those wishing to participate. Hikers should come prepared for rain and wear comfortable hiking shoes. No food or drinks will be provided.  Meet at the Main Trail Head on the Hawks Nest River Road.

Contact: willagrafton@wvdnr.gov – 304-658-5212

July 2009

July
Nature Center Open. Aerial Tram. Scenic Overlook. Jet boat rides.

July 11
Three Rivers Avian Center (TRAC)
What bird says ‘who cooks for me, who cooks for you all?’  Don’t know!  Come to the Birds of Prey Educational Program featuring live birds of prey native to West Virginia.  Raptors including hawks and owls are part of this program. Learn about their habitat, diet and behaviors; most comment causes of injury. Open to the public.  No charge to attend. Great  family activity.
Contact: Hawks Nest 304-658-5212
If a location and/or program time is not posted, please contact the park direct for this information.

July 18
Trans-Allegheny Clash of Cultures
Hawks Nest State Park
American Indian and European cultures fought six wars west of the Allegheny Mountains in what later became West Virginia.  The men and women involved in the 18th century cycles of war and peace shaped the future of Trans-Allegheny culture.  Your cultural forbearers will come alive again at three West Virginia State Parks in 2009. About this series and time schedule for presentations, learn more
Contact: Hawks Nest State Park 304-658-5212

August 2009

August
Nature Center Open. Aerial Tram. Scenic Overlook. Jet boat rides.

September 2009

September
Nature Center Open. Aerial Tram. Scenic Overlook. Jet boat rides.

September
Country Roads Festival
This is an annual event held the 3rd Saturday in September and sponsored by the Ansted Lions Club. The festival features, crafters, apple butter making, food vendors, bluegrass and country music on Saturday, and gospel music on Sunday. FREE
Contact: Hawks Nest State Park Activities Coordinator 304-658-5212

October 2009

October - TBA
Nature Center Open. Aerial Tram. Scenic Overlook. Jet boat rides. Call for operational hours.

November 2009

November - TBA

December 2009

December - TBA