2026 Events & Workshops
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If you live near us, click here below to learn about discounts for local residents and see options for attending entire workshops or pieces of workshops. Please check this page regularly for new events.
May 2026
14th
The Living Roots of Mountain Medicine Multiple Workshops & Presenters 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM Thursday Spend an evening in conversation about traditional and modern practices of working with plants for healing and wellness from Indigenous and Afrolachian traditions presented by Rene and Ruby. Optional Taco Bar Available. Free to register. Donations Accepted. Rooms and campsites are available for an additional cost.
10% off lodge rooms for Mountain State Maple Days June 2026
Pop-up Workshops and Events TBD
It's camp season! Schedule a day trip for your camp or talk to us about hosting a mini camp with us. July 2026
10th to 12th
Mountain Medicine Weekend Multiple Workshops & Presenters Friday, Saturday & Sunday Explore traditional and modern uses of the wild plants and fungi of our region. Participate in the sustainable harvest and preparation of tinctures, teas, and/or salves. Learn how forest farming contributes to the protection of these native Appalachian resources from the small producers and businesses bringing local forest resources to our region. This is a family-friendly event. Please leave your pets at home. 17th to 19th
Mushroom Weekend Friday, Saturday & Sunday Join us for a variety of events with a fun fungal focus! The mushroom foray will be Saturday. This is the ultimate hands-on, multi-sensory, arts-infused learning adventure. Whether you're a seasoned forager or a curious newcomer, this event offers something for everyone. This is a family-friendly event. Please leave your pets at home. August 2026
29th
Native Seed Collection Walk 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Saturday Fall is starting to touch the forest, and the prized botanicals have put in most of their work for the year. It's time to give them a helping hand to ensure success for their next generation. Join us for a moderate walk to our best botanical habitat to collect ramp and other valued seeds as we expand our forest farm. You may take some home to start a forest garden as well.
This is a family-friendly event.
Please leave your pets at home. September 2026
Pop-up Workshops and Events TBA
It's field trip season! Schedule an experience for your class, homeschool group or club. Rooms and campsites are available for an additional cost.
October 2026
1-31st
Pop-up Workshops and Events TBD November 2026
14th
Fall Planting Workshop 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM Saturday Learn the basics of root division and seeding in the fall to propagate plants such as goldenseal, ginseng, ramps, and black cohosh. Increase the value of forested land while rejuvenating the woodland ecosystem by forest farming! Led by horticulturist Will Lewis, West Virginia Forest Farming Coordinator. We will have limited plant material available if you would like to take some to start or enhance your forest farm. This is a family-friendly event. Please leave your pets at home. Suggested donation: $10 Rooms and campsites are available for an additional cost.
December 2026
1-31st
Pop-up Workshops and Events TBD Past Events of 2026:
January 2026
31st
Winter Trees Walk 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Saturday Break through your winter dormancy to learn about identifying features of winter trees. This is a family-friendly, easy walk through the forest. Learn Winter Tree Identification from Ken Beezley and Maple Tapping from Will Lewis. We'll have warming drinks back at the lodge. 📸 Fun Challenge: Capture your experience during the walk —bark textures, unique buds, or a scenic view-- and share your favorite moments with #WinterTreesWalk Please leave pets at home. Free to register, suggested donation: $10. We appreciate every gift, regardless of its size. February 2026
21st
Mountain State Maple Days Tours 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Saturday Free Tours Journey to the Yew Mountain Center forest for free tours of the maple operation by Forest Farm Coordinator Will Lewis. Our conversations will flow from sap run conditions, tapping specifics, to collection. Ken Beezley will be joining us for Mountain State Maple Days to do tours on Winter Tree Identification! Warm drinks will be available, along with our Made-to-Order pancake breakfast. This is a family-friendly event. Donations appreciated. Please leave pets at home. March 2026
21st
Mountain State Maple Days Tours & Treats 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Saturday Free Tours of the Maple Operation Journey to the Yew Mountain Center forest for free tours of the maple operation. Our conversations will flow from sap run conditions, tapping specifics, to collection. Sweet treats and warm drinks will be available. . This is a family-friendly event. Please leave pets at home. Donations appreciated. 27th
Tree Grafting Workshop - Sold Out DIY Fruit Tree Grafting Experience 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Friday $25 Registration Get ready to learn the timeless skill of tree grafting with our Fruit Tree Grafting Workshop! Discover the whip and tongue grafting technique and create your own grafted fruit trees in this hands-on class. Guided by knowledgeable instructors, you’ll work with apple trees and take home five grafted dwarf trees to start or expand your own orchard. Grab-n-Go refreshments will be available. Please feel free to bring your own snacks or bring something to share. This is a family-friendly event. Sharp knives will be in use. Please leave your pets at home. Spaces are limited. Registration is required. Rooms and campsites are available for an additional cost. April 2026
18th
Wildflower and Ramp Festival Saturday 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Celebrate Spring with guided walks, art, and locally sourced seasonal food. The WV Ramp 5k and fun run starts at 10 am. Run or walk! This rugged course will traverse forest, fields, wildflowers, and ramps! One-mile kids' fun run challenge. Paula Bradley will lead a 3-4 hour harvest basket-making workshop. The basket-making workshop is full. We hope to offer this workshop again in the future. Native plant sale and two guided wildflower walks exploring different scenic paths will be presented by Bella Walker, Appalachian Headwater's Native Plant Program Manager. Will Lewis, WV Forest Farming Coordinator, will be hosting a ramp transplanting workshop. Other activities include live music, a ramp pizza lunch, and kids' activities. Mountain Medicine Trail goods will be available for purchase during the event. This is a family-friendly event. Please leave your pets at home. May 2026
1st
Wild Edibles Walk 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Friday Suggested walk donation $15. We appreciate every gift, regardless of its size. Join us for an easy walk and an informative session with Joe & Brenda of EB Fungi, who will be teaching safe, responsible and sustainable ways to gather nourishment from the wild. Please leave your pets at home. Camp with us for the weekend to explore even more of the YMC events, with the Forest Farming Field Day happening the next day. 2nd
Forest Farming Field Day Multiple Workshops & Presenters 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Saturday The 2026 WV Forest Farming Field Day will address a variety of forest farming topics, including opportunities for generating agricultural income while conserving and rejuvenating forested land through the cultivation of medicinal herbs, mushrooms, and maple syrup. Tour the Yew Mountain Center's forest farm and learn about mini-grants and technical assistance available to get you started or to expand a forest farm. This is a family-friendly event. Please leave your pets at home. Spaces are limited. Registration is required. 3rd
The Living Roots of Appalachian Music Sunday A special presentation at the Pocahontas County Opera House. Exploring the indigenous influence on the traditional music of Appalachia with Larry Jent. Bring an instrument and join the conversation! (Free - Event Donations Welcome!) |
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Some programs may have specific waivers.
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Some programs may have specific waivers.
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