59th annual W.Va. Wildflower Pilgrimage set for May 6-9 at Canaan Valley Resort State Park

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DAVIS — The 59th annual West Virginia Wildflower Pilgrimage, hosted by the WV Garden Club, Inc. and the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources, returns this year May 6-9 at Canaan Valley Resort State Park.

The weekend-long event requires pre-registration, which can be done by emailing Wendy.L.Greene@wv.gov or calling 304-558-2754.

Featured workshops and programs include the beginner’s wildflower workshop, beginning birding and evening programs from Melissa McCormick of the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center.

Several tours will also be available on Friday, May 7, and Saturday, May 8. These guided, full-day tours will depart early in the morning and require personal transportation.

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