Ski resorts are closed. Snow is melting. Daffodils are blooming. Red Bud and Maple trees are in bud. What does this mean? Spring has sprung in West Virginia. Yep, and the rafts are being blown up and are getting wet. Whitewater rafting season is here!!!!

Songer Whitewater has been on the river since March 14 with hardy rafters. People have a pent up desire to get out and play. The guys and girls on March 13 (camping in tents) woke to 6 inches of fresh snow. Though it warmed up nicely that afternoon and the snow melted, giving them great water conditions on Saturday. They loved it!!!

Spring here in New River Country is value season. Great water and rates make it an excellent time to visit in West Virginia. Waves are 4 to 6 feet high with great hydraulics to blast through.

What else is there to do while you are here? Let me suggest something. Our state park system has been rated one of the best in the nation. With natural beauty, scenic sites and historic wonders, visiting these parks should be on your list to do when in our area.

Hawk’s Nest Park has a nice tram ride down into the gorge to the river. Carnifex Ferry Battlefield Park is a historical site telling of the Civil War battles that raged here almost 150 years ago. Babcock Park has a working grist mill that shows how early settlers ground grain into flour. All are within 20 minutes of Songer Whitewater.

Babcock holds a special place in my heart. As a young boy growing up here, my friends and I swam in the creek just below the mill. The dam is still in place that created our swimming hole. Even in August, that water was cold!!, but huge fun!!

Guess what else makes these park special? Entrance is FREE!! Just the right price during these difficult times.

Come out and play in West Virginia and enjoy the great whitewater and our parks. You won’t be disappointed.