Camp Dawson Event Center | July 24\u201326, 2026 | Kingwood, West Virginia<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Join Master Naturalists from across West Virginia for a weekend of learning, field experiences, networking, and fellowship at beautiful Camp Dawson.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Whether you are attending classes, joining us for meals and evening events, or arriving early to connect with fellow participants, we look forward to seeing you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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–Program at a glance<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n –Conference Schedule<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n –2026 Conference Class Descriptions<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n –Instructor Bios <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n –Conference Meal Menus<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Conference + Friday & Saturday Evening Meals \u2013 $145<\/strong> Optional Add-Ons:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Registration includes access to conference activities based on the options selected. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Lodging at Camp Dawson must be arranged separately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Camp Dawson Reservations:<\/strong> Lodging is limited, and early reservations are strongly recommended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Estimated cost: approximately $75 per night (subject to availability and pricing).<\/p>\n\n\n\n When making a reservation, please reference confirmation number 282351 and identify the block under the West Virginia Master Naturalist Program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you arrive early on Thursday evening, you are invited to join us for informal networking at the fire pit from 8:30 PM to 10:00 PM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is a great opportunity to relax, connect with fellow attendees, and kick off the weekend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Registration Deadline<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n Registration Completion Requirements<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n Visitor Control Center (VCC) Requirement<\/strong> Additional details and instructions will be provided during registration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Individual Registration Requirement<\/strong> This includes individuals attending:<\/p>\n\n\n\n If multiple people are attending, each individual must submit a separate registration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Refund Policy<\/strong> Failure to complete the VCC form does not qualify for a refund.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Space Availability<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n Participants are responsible for reviewing conference details, class descriptions, and schedule information prior to registering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Program details and schedules are subject to change. The most up-to-date information is available here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Before submitting your registration, please make sure you have:<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Conference Only \u2013 $110<\/strong> (optional add-on meals available)<\/em>
Meals Only (No Conference Sessions)<\/strong> \u2013 varies based on selections<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
Lodging is not included<\/strong> and must be reserved separately with Camp Dawson.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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(304) 791-7001<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nImportant Registration Information<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Conference registration closes June 15, 2026<\/strong>, or earlier if capacity is reached.
Registrations cannot be accepted after the deadline due to meal counts and facility requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Registration is not considered complete until all of the following have been submitted:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
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All attendees must complete the VCC form required for access to Camp Dawson.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Each person attending must complete their own registration form and payment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
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Registration fees are non-refundable, except in the following circumstances:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
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Space is limited and registrations will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Many field trips take place off-site or at locations a distance from Camp Dawson. Participants attending these trips will not have time to return to Camp Dawson for lunch.
Participants should plan accordingly by either:
Bringing their own lunch, or
Purchasing a box lunch during registration
Box lunches will be placed in coolers and will accompany the field trips for convenience.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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