Cal Price Appalachian Enrichment Series
Calvin W. Price was a beloved Appalachian voice and longtime editor of The Marlinton Journal. A dedicated conservationist, he helped establish Calvin Price State Forest and championed the preservation of Pocahontas County’s natural and cultural heritage.
His legacy lives on through the Calvin W. Price Appalachian Enrichment Series—presented by the Pocahontas County Convention and Visitors Bureau—celebrating the stories, traditions, and spirit of our mountain communities.
Through immersive events like heritage tours, craft demonstrations, storytelling, workshops, and performances, the series invites travelers to experience authentic Appalachian culture.
Come connect with the heart of Mountain Culture—right here in Nature’s Mountain Playground.
2025 Pocahontas County Calvin Price Appalachian Enrichment Series
July 12-13: Mountain Medicine Weekend – Yew Mountain Center
Immerse yourself in Appalachian herbal wisdom at Mountain Medicine Weekend, July 13–14 at the Yew Mountain Center. Explore traditional plant uses, forest farming, and mushroom workshops—plus a guided Mountain Medicine Walk through the woods.
Yew Mountain Center | 304.653.4079
July 19-20: Mushroom Foray – Yew Mountain Center
Join us at the Yew Mountain Center for a guided Mushroom Foray. Enjoy wild mushroom tasting, a shiitake log workshop, a mushroom-themed dinner, and a campfire music jam to close the day.
Yew Mountain Center | 304.653.4079
August 1 + September 9: Art in the Alley – Handmade WV Market
Unleash your creativity at Art in the Alley, hosted by Handmade WV Market. Join this hands-on series and craft your own take-home art in a fun, inspiring atmosphere.
Handmade WV Market | 304.646.2941
September 28: Cranberry Shindig – Cranberry Mountain Nature Center
Celebrate mountain culture at the 32nd Annual Cranberry Shindig on Sunday, September 28 at the Cranberry Mountain Nature Center. Enjoy live Appalachian music, clogging, artisan demos, food, crafts, and fall color in the heart of the Monongahela National Forest.
Cranberry Mountain Nature Center | 304.653.4826
October 2: Huntersville Education Day – Huntersville
Step back in time at Huntersville Education Day and explore Pocahontas County history with live demonstrations and tours of the Old Country School, historic jail, Mary Jo Fisher Museum, and the newly reconstructed County Clerk’s Office in the county’s original seat.
Huntersville Historic Traditions Day | 304.799.4636
October 16-18: Eight Rivers Quilting Party – Marlinton
Enjoy three days of hands-on quilting classes, each featuring a unique technique. This year’s sessions include strip quilting (Thursday), star blocks (Friday), and disappearing blocks (Saturday).
Eight Rivers Quilting Party | 304.799.4636
The Cal W. Price Appalachian Enrichment Series is sponsored by the Pocahontas County CVB.
Cal W. Price Grant Applications
Grants must be submitted by the first of October. Please call the Pocahontas County CVB for questions or details.
Address
Pocahontas County CVB
301 8th Street
Marlinton
West Virginia
24954
Phone
800.336.7009
tourism24954@gmail.com
Directions
GPS and cell phone service is limited when traveling to & through Pocahontas County. Please call the Pocahontas County CVB at 800.336.7009 for directions