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The Top Out Taproom
Join us here at Waterstone every other Thursday for a climber community hang. We'll come together, share stories and strengthen the bonds that make Fayetteville the best little town in the world! Your first beer is on at the Top Out Taproom!
The Top Out Taproom & Climber Book Club
Get ready to swap beta for books - Climber Book Club is back at Waterstone Outdoors! Join us for great reads, good company, and cozy vibes. We’re teaming up with the Top Out Taproom event, so swing by to chat books, grab a beer, or just enjoy the vibes.
March 13th’s book is The Tower: A Chronicle of Climbing and Controversy on Cerro Torre by Kelly Cordes!
Babcock Gristmill Grinder
Come run & enjoy the spectacular overlooks, rhododendron tunnels, waterfalls, cliffs, bridges and always amazing scenery.
Falling Water 100k
This course consists of 4 x 25K (15.5 mile) loops on the amazing trails at ACE Adventure Resort & dropping into New River Gorge National Park. The route incorporates the two main creeks in the area, Rush Run & Arbuckle. Run next to a multitude of waterfalls, along the banks of the New River, and test your rock-hopping skills at the picturesque Arbuckle Creek crossing.
New River Birding & Nature Festival
Since 2002, the annual New River Birding & Nature Festival takes place in and around the New River Gorge National Park & River in the heart of the upland, hardwood forests that Cornell Lab of Ornithology identified as a crucial stopover habitat for the continued survival of species such as Golden-winged, Blue-winged, and Swainson's Warbler, as well as the Scarlet Tanager
Fayetteville First Friday
Celebrate Downtown Fayetteville at First Fridays, held on the first Friday of each month from May through November. These festive evenings will transform downtown Fayetteville into a vibrant gathering place for our local community and visitors alike. Businesses will stay open late, offering extended shopping hours so you can explore all the unique shops, boutiques, and galleries our town has to offer. Court Street will be closed to traffic to host an artisan market, featuring talented local and regional vendors selling handmade goods, arts, and crafts. You’ll also find food trucks, live music, and other entertainment to keep you entertained as you stroll through downtown.
The Top Out Taproom
Join us here at Waterstone every other Thursday for a climber community hang. We'll come together, share stories and strengthen the bonds that make Fayetteville the best little town in the world! Your first beer is on at the Top Out Taproom!
Highball to Thurmond: 50 Mile, 55K, and 50 Mile Relay
The highball was used in early railroads to signal the track was clear. When the ball was hoisted, trains were cleared to proceed at full speed! We’re raising the ball on this unique 50 Mile, 50K, and 50 Mile Relay event, encouraging athletes to proceed on this epic destination, trail race, ultra marathon adventure. Participants run through New River Gorge National Park and finish in Thurmond, West Virginia.
More information here: https://runsignup.com/Race/WV/Thurmond/Highball2Thurmond
The Top Out Taproom
Join us here at Waterstone every other Thursday for a climber community hang. We'll come together, share stories and strengthen the bonds that make Fayetteville the best little town in the world! Your first beer is on at the Top Out Taproom!
Fayetteville First Friday
Celebrate Downtown Fayetteville at First Fridays! Held on the first Friday of each month from May through November. These festive evenings will transform downtown Fayetteville into a vibrant gathering place for our local community and visitors alike. Businesses will stay open late, offering extended shopping hours so you can explore all the unique shops, boutiques, and galleries our town has to offer. Court Street will be closed to traffic to host an artisan market, featuring talented local and regional vendors selling handmade goods, arts, and crafts. You’ll also find food trucks, live music, and other entertainment to keep you entertained as you stroll through downtown.
The Top Out Taproom
Join us here at Waterstone every other Thursday for a climber community hang. We'll come together, share stories and strengthen the bonds that make Fayetteville the best little town in the world! Your first beer is on at the Top Out Taproom!
The Top Out Taproom
Join us here at Waterstone every other Thursday for a climber community hang. We'll come together, share stories and strengthen the bonds that make Fayetteville the best little town in the world! Your first beer is on at the Top Out Taproom!
The Top Out Taproom
Join us here at Waterstone every other Thursday for a climber community hang. We'll come together, share stories and strengthen the bonds that make Fayetteville the best little town in the world! Your first beer is on at the Top Out Taproom!
Fayetteville First Friday
Celebrate Downtown Fayetteville at First Fridays! Held on the first Friday of each month from May through November. These festive evenings will transform downtown Fayetteville into a vibrant gathering place for our local community and visitors alike. Businesses will stay open late, offering extended shopping hours so you can explore all the unique shops, boutiques, and galleries our town has to offer. Court Street will be closed to traffic to host an artisan market, featuring talented local and regional vendors selling handmade goods, arts, and crafts. You’ll also find food trucks, live music, and other entertainment to keep you entertained as you stroll through downtown.
The Top Out Taproom
Join us here at Waterstone every other Thursday for a climber community hang. We'll come together, share stories and strengthen the bonds that make Fayetteville the best little town in the world! Your first beer is on at the Top Out Taproom!
Homoclimbtastic
Homoclimbtastic hosts the world’s largest queer-friendly climbing convention annually in Fayetteville, West Virginia. HC members run the gamut in terms of gender, age, race identification, interests–what they have in common is that they are experienced outdoor climbers with an adventurous, smart, friendly, laid back vibe. Get ready for lots of fun, lots of climbing, and lots of people who accept you for you.
More information here: https://homoclimbtastic.com/
The Top Out Taproom
Join us here at Waterstone every other Thursday for a climber community hang. We'll come together, share stories and strengthen the bonds that make Fayetteville the best little town in the world! Your first beer is on at the Top Out Taproom!
Fayetteville First Friday
Celebrate Downtown Fayetteville at First Fridays! Held on the first Friday of each month from May through November. These festive evenings will transform downtown Fayetteville into a vibrant gathering place for our local community and visitors alike. Businesses will stay open late, offering extended shopping hours so you can explore all the unique shops, boutiques, and galleries our town has to offer. Court Street will be closed to traffic to host an artisan market, featuring talented local and regional vendors selling handmade goods, arts, and crafts. You’ll also find food trucks, live music, and other entertainment to keep you entertained as you stroll through downtown.
The Top Out Taproom
Join us here at Waterstone every other Thursday for a climber community hang. We'll come together, share stories and strengthen the bonds that make Fayetteville the best little town in the world! Your first beer is on at the Top Out Taproom!
The Top Out Taproom
Join us here at Waterstone every other Thursday for a climber community hang. We'll come together, share stories and strengthen the bonds that make Fayetteville the best little town in the world! Your first beer is on at the Top Out Taproom!
2025 WV Spartan Trifecta World Championship Weekend
Experience the ultimate test of strength and endurance with Spartan Race! Taking place at Summit Bechtel Reserve, a breathtaking location renowned for its stunning landscapes and world-class white-water rafting, conquer obstacles, push your limits, and embrace the thrill of the challenge. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a beginner, join us for an unforgettable adventure filled with grit, determination, and camaraderie.
More information here: https://race.spartan.com/en/race/detail/8613/overview
Fayetteville First Friday
Celebrate Downtown Fayetteville at First Fridays! Held on the first Friday of each month from May through November. These festive evenings will transform downtown Fayetteville into a vibrant gathering place for our local community and visitors alike. Businesses will stay open late, offering extended shopping hours so you can explore all the unique shops, boutiques, and galleries our town has to offer. Court Street will be closed to traffic to host an artisan market, featuring talented local and regional vendors selling handmade goods, arts, and crafts. You’ll also find food trucks, live music, and other entertainment to keep you entertained as you stroll through downtown.
The Top Out Taproom
Join us here at Waterstone every other Thursday for a climber community hang. We'll come together, share stories and strengthen the bonds that make Fayetteville the best little town in the world! Your first beer is on at the Top Out Taproom!
The Top Out Taproom
Join us here at Waterstone every other Thursday for a climber community hang. We'll come together, share stories and strengthen the bonds that make Fayetteville the best little town in the world! Your first beer is on at the Top Out Taproom!
Fayetteville First Friday
Celebrate Downtown Fayetteville at First Fridays! Held on the first Friday of each month from May through November. These festive evenings will transform downtown Fayetteville into a vibrant gathering place for our local community and visitors alike. Businesses will stay open late, offering extended shopping hours so you can explore all the unique shops, boutiques, and galleries our town has to offer. Court Street will be closed to traffic to host an artisan market, featuring talented local and regional vendors selling handmade goods, arts, and crafts. You’ll also find food trucks, live music, and other entertainment to keep you entertained as you stroll through downtown.
The Top Out Taproom
Join us here at Waterstone every other Thursday for a climber community hang. We'll come together, share stories and strengthen the bonds that make Fayetteville the best little town in the world! Your first beer is on at the Top Out Taproom!
Bridge Day
Welcome to West Virginia's largest single-day festival! Every third Saturday in October, thousands of people gather on the New River Gorge Bridge in Fayetteville, West Virginia to watch daredevils BASE jump into the Gorge below. You ready?
More information here: officialbridgeday.com
The Top Out Taproom
Join us here at Waterstone every other Thursday for a climber community hang. We'll come together, share stories and strengthen the bonds that make Fayetteville the best little town in the world! Your first beer is on at the Top Out Taproom!
Fayetteville First Friday
Celebrate Downtown Fayetteville at First Fridays! Held on the first Friday of each month from May through November. These festive evenings will transform downtown Fayetteville into a vibrant gathering place for our local community and visitors alike. Businesses will stay open late, offering extended shopping hours so you can explore all the unique shops, boutiques, and galleries our town has to offer. Court Street will be closed to traffic to host an artisan market, featuring talented local and regional vendors selling handmade goods, arts, and crafts. You’ll also find food trucks, live music, and other entertainment to keep you entertained as you stroll through downtown.
The Top Out Taproom
Join us here at Waterstone every other Thursday for a climber community hang. We'll come together, share stories and strengthen the bonds that make Fayetteville the best little town in the world! Your first beer is on at the Top Out Taproom!
The Top Out Taproom
Join us here at Waterstone every other Thursday for a climber community hang. We'll come together, share stories and strengthen the bonds that make Fayetteville the best little town in the world! Your first beer is on at the Top Out Taproom!
The Top Out Taproom
Join us here at Waterstone every other Thursday for a climber community hang. We'll come together, share stories and strengthen the bonds that make Fayetteville the best little town in the world! Your first beer is on at the Top Out Taproom!
The Top Out Taproom
Join us here at Waterstone every other Thursday for a climber community hang. We'll come together, share stories and strengthen the bonds that make Fayetteville the best little town in the world! Your first beer is on at the Top Out Taproom!
Beginner Friendly Rend Trail Hike
Join Active Southern West Virginia and Community Captain Jacki for a hike at the Rend Trail! Meet at the trailhead on the Thurmond side.
More info here: https://www.facebook.com/events/387194427817565
Cabin Fever 50k
Looking for a burley, winter run? Toe the starting line and test yourself against the elements on this 50K point-to-point ultra across New River Gorge National Park in the depths of winter.
The Top Out Taproom & Climber Book Club
Get ready to swap beta for books - Climber Book Club is back at Waterstone Outdoors! Join us for great reads, good company, and cozy vibes. We’re teaming up with the Top Out Taproom event, so swing by to chat books, grab a beer, or just enjoy the vibes.
February 13th’s book is The Villain: A Portrait of Don Whillans by James Perrin!
Beginner Friendly Endless Wall Hike
Join Active Southern West Virginia to experience the beauty of one of the most popular trails in the New River Gorge National Park. Pace will be modified to suit beginners. Approximately a 3 mile hike.
Meet at the new Endless Wall parking lot (which is the third parking lot/trail access on Lansing Edmund Rd)
More info here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1327891241735754
The Top Out Taproom
Join us here at Waterstone every other Thursday for a climber community hang. We'll come together, share stories and strengthen the bonds that make Fayetteville the best little town in the world! Your first beer is on at the Top Out Taproom!
Spooky Mushrooms of Appalachia with Dina Hornbaker
Explore the mysterious world of Appalachian fungi in this captivating Wizarding Weekend talk! Uncover the secrets and stories of these fascinating forest dwellers with Dina Hornbaker.
Wizarding Weekend
Wizards and muggles alike will gather in Fayetteville West Virginia for Fayetteville’s Wizard Weekend January 24-26.
The Top Out Taproom & Climber Book Club
Join us here at Waterstone every other Thursday for a climber community hang. We'll come together, share stories and strengthen the bonds that make Fayetteville the best little town in the world! Your first beer is on at the Top Out Taproom!
The Top Out Taproom
Join us here at Waterstone every other Thursday for a climber community hang. We'll come together, share stories and strengthen the bonds that make Fayetteville the best little town in the world! Your first beer is on at the Top Out Taproom!
Ugly Sweater Fun Run/Walk
The Ugly Sweater Fun Run/Walk is a family friendly way to get active enjoying the Winter Wonderland light display at Fayette County Park.
This is not a race! You can go at your own pace and make as many running or walking laps around the light display as you like (5 laps equals a 5K distance). This is stroller friendly and ages 12 and under get in free. No pets allowed, except service animals.
This is a fundraiser for Active SWV and the Fayette County Park. The event is $10 per person (cash or check), but ages 12 and under are free. No reservations needed.
Wear your ugly sweaters and Deck your strollers (or sleighs)! Get in character and secret judges will be checking out all the outfits and strollers. Awards will be presented and the opportunity for photos.
Active SWV will be hosting a winter coat, hat, and glove drive for local families in need in partnership with Warm Hands, Warm Hearts in Oak Hill. A drop box will be provided at registration in the Dining Hall.
Gingerbread Festival
Nestled in the picturesque mountains of West Virginia you can step back in time and enjoy Fayetteville’s Gingerbread Festival! Fayetteville gets all dolled up for the holidays celebrating with true small-town flair. Escape the hustle and bustle of the holidays and enjoy a getaway with your family. You can shop small and enjoy strolling around historic downtown as the town is transformed into a candy land with gingerbread decor throughout town.
More Information Here: https://visitfayettevillewv.com/fayettevilles-gingerbread-festival/
The Top Out Taproom
Join us here at Waterstone every other Thursday for a climber community hang. We'll come together, share stories and strengthen the bonds that make Fayetteville the best little town in the world! Your first beer is on at the Top Out Taproom!
The Top Out Taproom
Join us here at Waterstone every other Thursday for a climber community hang. We'll come together, share stories and strengthen the bonds that make Fayetteville the best little town in the world! Your first beer is on at the Top Out Taproom!
Fayette County Park Trail Day
Come join a volunteer trail work day at Fayette County Park from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm! All are welcome!
Parking is available near the pool. Let us know if you have any questions. Bring water, snacks, and work gloves if you have them.
Hosted by the Fayette County Trail Coalition
More Information here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1278264883356288/
The Top Out Taproom
Join us here at Waterstone every other Thursday for a climber community hang. We'll come together, share stories and strengthen the bonds that make Fayetteville the best little town in the world! Your first beer is on at the Top Out Taproom!
Fayetteville First Friday
Celebrate Downtown Fayetteville at First Fridays, held on the first Friday of each month from May through November. These festive evenings will transform downtown Fayetteville into a vibrant gathering place for our local community and visitors alike. Businesses will stay open late, offering extended shopping hours so you can explore all the unique shops, boutiques, and galleries our town has to offer. Court Street will be closed to traffic to host an artisan market, featuring talented local and regional vendors selling handmade goods, arts, and crafts. You’ll also find food trucks, live music, and other entertainment to keep you entertained as you stroll through downtown.
For more information please visit https://visitfayettevillewv.com/events/
Witches Paddle
Gather with us for a Witches and Warlocks Stand Up Paddle on the New River. We will be meeting at the upper Fayette Station Parking lot. Attendees need to sign a waiver in advance, must know how to swim, and wear PFD’s . This event is not designed for first time paddlers. Paddlers must be confident in maneuvering boards. We will launch at the upper beach at Fayette Station wearing PFDs paddling approximately 500 yards up stream on the flat water back to the beach. This is a leisure paddle but keep in mind that the current of the river can be challenging for beginners.
More Information Here: https://visitfayettevillewv.com/event/witches-paddle-fayette-station/
Rim to River 100
100 miles of wild & wonderful through the heart of New River Gorge National Park, the Rim to River 100 is the first & only 100 mile trail race in West Virginia. This out and back course consists of winding single track & rail-to-trail, traversing multiple times from the rim of the Gorge to down along the banks of the New River. Along with the natural beauty of waterfalls, whitewater, & dramatic views, you’ll also find ghost towns, centuries old cemeteries, & abandoned mine shafts throughout the course. Come experience the New River Gorge like few others have.
More Information Here: https://www.rimtoriverendurance.com/
The Top Out Taproom
Join us here at Waterstone every other Thursday for a climber community hang. We'll come together, share stories and strengthen the bonds that make Fayetteville the best little town in the world! Your first beer is on at the Top Out Taproom!
Bridge Day
Welcome to West Virginia's largest single-day festival! Every third Saturday in October, thousands of people gather on the New River Gorge Bridge in Fayetteville, West Virginia to watch daredevils BASE jump into the Gorge below. You ready?
More Information Here: officialbridgeday.com
Water Stone Wednesdays: Bouldering
Water Stone is teaming up with Active Southwest Virginia to offer some exciting outdoor activities, open to all and totally free! Join us every 3rd Wednesday of the month to get out into nature and enjoy an evening of swimming, climbing or running. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just dipping your toes, all are welcome! Active SWV is on a mission to help everyone to enjoy a healthy and active lifestyle. As a non-profit, they provide an ecosystem of physical activity for the residents of southern West Virginia by offering programs led by trained volunteers from within the communities they serve.
More information here: https://members.activeswv.org/calendar
Fayetteville First Friday
Celebrate Downtown Fayetteville at First Fridays, held on the first Friday of each month from May through November. These festive evenings will transform downtown Fayetteville into a vibrant gathering place for our local community and visitors alike. Businesses will stay open late, offering extended shopping hours so you can explore all the unique shops, boutiques, and galleries our town has to offer. Court Street will be closed to traffic to host an artisan market, featuring talented local and regional vendors selling handmade goods, arts, and crafts. You’ll also find food trucks, live music, and other entertainment to keep you entertained as you stroll through downtown.
For more information please visit https://visitfayettevillewv.com/events/
The Top Out Taproom
Join us here at Waterstone every other Thursday for a climber community hang. We'll come together, share stories and strengthen the bonds that make Fayetteville the best little town in the world! Your first beer is on at the Top Out Taproom!
Upper Gauley Animal Race
This year we will celebrate the 31st year of The Upper Gauley Animal Race, gathering again to compete in multiple crafts along a 9.8 mile stretch of class IV/IV+ whitewater. The race begins at the lower put in of Summersville Dam with a chaotic mass start of all racers who will fight their way down to the finish line at the upstream face of Postage Due Rock in Sweets Falls Rapid. Paddlers will need physical endurance, and solid boating skills to prevent trouble on this long powerful river. Bracing, stamina, precise maneuvering and big water experience are all required to have a successful safe run in the competition. Mark your calendars, and get training for the 31st race down the Beast of the East.
More Information Here: https://aceraft.com/event/gauley-animal-race/
Gauley Fest
American Whitewater's Biggest Public Outreach Event is on the schedule for 2024! All proceeds from the festival support American Whitewater's river conservation and access work throughout the nation. Started in 1983 to celebrate the derailment of a hydro-electric project that would have disrupted the flows on the Gauley River, Gauley Fest has grown to become the largest paddling festival in the world. The festival is a showcase for American Whitewater and the top whitewater vendors in the boating community. The festival will feature live entertainment, a whitewater marketplace, raffle, and a silent auction where you can pick up some awesome outdoor gear. Come out and join us for a weekend of great paddling, exciting camaraderie, live entertainment, killer boat raffles, and the infamous silent auction.
More Information Here: https://www.americanwhitewater.org/content/Wiki/aw:events_gauley
Water Stone Wednesdays: Climbing
Water Stone is teaming up with Active Southwest Virginia to offer some exciting outdoor activities, open to all and totally free! Join us every 3rd Wednesday of the month to get out into nature and enjoy an evening of swimming, climbing or running. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just dipping your toes, all are welcome! Active SWV is on a mission to help everyone to enjoy a healthy and active lifestyle. As a non-profit, they provide an ecosystem of physical activity for the residents of southern West Virginia by offering programs led by trained volunteers from within the communities they serve.
More information here: https://members.activeswv.org/calendar
Craggin Classic
Rally to the New River Gorge and join the American Alpine Club and Tenaya for the biggest and baddest climbing celebration and throw-down in the Southeast! This 3-day grassroots climbing festival celebrates all things climbing: community, education, and stewardship. The weekend features climbing clinics taught by professional athletes and certified climbing instructors, workshops, a Climb United x Queer Climbing Ohio Meet-up, and a stewardship project hosted in partnership with The New River Alliance of Climbers. Of course, it wouldn’t be the epic celebration that it is today without our Vendor Village, local craft beer, gear demos, games, raffles, and a dance party in the woods that you’ll be talking about for years to come!
More information here: https://americanalpineclub.org/nrg-cc/
The Top Out Taproom
Join us here at Waterstone every other Thursday for a climber community hang. We'll come together, share stories and strengthen the bonds that make Fayetteville the best little town in the world! Your first beer is on at the Top Out Taproom!
Fayetteville First Friday
Celebrate Downtown Fayetteville at First Fridays, held on the first Friday of each month from May through November. These festive evenings will transform downtown Fayetteville into a vibrant gathering place for our local community and visitors alike. Businesses will stay open late, offering extended shopping hours so you can explore all the unique shops, boutiques, and galleries our town has to offer. Court Street will be closed to traffic to host an artisan market, featuring talented local and regional vendors selling handmade goods, arts, and crafts. You’ll also find food trucks, live music, and other entertainment to keep you entertained as you stroll through downtown.
For more information please visit https://visitfayettevillewv.com/events/
The Top Out Taproom
Join us here at Waterstone every other Thursday for a climber community hang. We'll come together, share stories and strengthen the bonds that make Fayetteville the best little town in the world! Your first beer is on at the Top Out Taproom!