RICHWOOD, W.Va. (Hinton News) – Monongahela National Forest invites everyone to celebrate Cranberry Fun Day at Cranberry Mountain Nature Center Saturday, July 30, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The day kicks off with a dedication of the new Cranberry Mountain Nature Center exhibits at 11 a.m. Enjoy snacks at Smokey Bear’s 78th birthday party at noon. After lunch, join in nature activities and programs, such as learning about native fish and how firefighters contain and put out wildland fires. Roy Moose will present “Snakes of West Virginia” at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Be sure to get your picture taken with Smokey Bear. All activities are free.
“The Cranberry Fun Day is just that, a lot of fun!” said Diana Stull, Cranberry Mountain Nature Center Director. “Come early, bring a picnic lunch and spend the whole day. It’s enjoyable for all ages!”
The nature center is located 14 miles west of Marlinton and 23 miles east of Richwood at the intersection of State Route 39/55 and Forest Road 150 (Highland Scenic Highway). Hours of operation are Thursday-Monday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. through fall. The center is closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
For more information about Cranberry Mountain Nature Center and its programs, please call 304-653-4826.
