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"This program provides millions of dollars to make some of the best places in West Virginia more accessible, which will also enhance visitation throughout the state." (Photo courtesy Dmitry Schemelev)

W.Va. awards $9.7 million for pedestrian, recreation trails

David Sibray -
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice has announced the award of 38 Transportation Alternatives and Recreational Trails Program grant projects for the...
West Virginia Honey Bee

Rich West Virginia honey benefitting consumers, producers

Families are touring outdoor heritage areas in West Virginia in increasing numbers.

Applications for Outdoor Heritage Conservation grants due April 28

Crowds gather at a community concert in downtown Oak Hill.

Oak Hill, West Virginia, ranked among safest cities in U.S.

A farmer plants in a West Virginia garden

W.Va. expands branding to include agricultural supporters

Attractions

David Sibray holds a bundle of ramps harvested in West Virginia.

Ramp dinners across West Virginia growing in popularity

Clyde Craig -
RICHWOOD, W.Va. — Ramp dinners in West Virginia are growing in popularity, and their non-profit hosts are benefitting from the burgeoning interest in all...
Spruce forests in the Monongahela National Forest will provide the nation's 2023 Christmas Tree.

Monongahela National Forest unveils logo for Christmas tree

David Sibray -
Officials with the U.S. Forest Service have unveiled a new logo designed to commemorate the 2023 Capitol Christmas Tree, which will be harvested from...
Pine Forest in West Virginia

Monongahela National Forest to conduct prescribed burns

September view at Dolly Sods Wilderness, Tucker County, Allegheny Highlands Region

Monongahela National Forest sets opening dates for recreation sites

Superintendents at 12 West Virginia state parks have received special training in law enforcement.

W.Va. state park superintendents complete special police training

In the Allegheny Mountains, Dolly Sods has been a project of The Nature Conservancy of West Virginia.

Dolly Sods Wilderness Stewards seeks volunteers for trail work

Recreation

Winners of the 2022 W.Va. Big Buck Photo Contest were announced today by the Governor.
Hunting

Gov. announces 2022 W.Va. Big Buck Photo Contest winners

Will Reedy -
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Gov. Jim Justice today announced the winners of the West Virginia Division...
Trout stocking schedule for West Virginia
Fishing

West Virginia Trout Stocking Schedules: March 6-10, 2023

Will Reedy -
West Virginia Explorer Magazine publishes an updated list of waters stocked by the W.Va. Division...
Young Archer in West Virginia
Recreation

Sixty-five schools to compete in W.Va. archery tournament

David Sibray -
SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Students from 65 schools will participate in the 18th annual West...

Lodging

Flowers grow in profusion around the Garvey House at Winona, West Virginia, in the New River Gorge.

First B&B established in New River Gorge now for sale

Bianca Bosworth -
Nearly 35 years after it was established, the first bed-and-breakfast in the New River Gorge is on the market, and times have changed almost...
A horse-drawn carriage tours the historic ground of Capon Springs Resort.

Capon Springs offers 30-percent state resident discount

Inn at Glade Springs Resort

Glade Springs resort suspends operations until April 20

One of the first Tru by Hilton hotel properties in West Virginia is expected to open in Beckley, West Virginia (WV).

Beckley tourism leaders welcome Hilton hotel, growth

A horse-drawn carriage tours the historic ground of Capon Springs Resort.

Capon Springs celebrates 88th season by changing very little

Galleries

Pioneer Farm at Twin Falls Resort State Park, West Virginia

Spring photography workshop at Twin Falls set for April 7-9

Will Reedy -
Amateur and professional photographers are invited to attend West Virginia's annual spring photography workshop April 7-9 at Twin Falls State Park, which offers some...
Cleaned ramps in Bowl

New gallery displays best of West Virginia ramp fare

David Sibray -
Have you ever seen a ramp or attended a ramp dinner? Proud West Virginia fans of the ramp are sharing photos of their favorite...

Real Estate

Arthur C. Clarke appears on the set of "2001: A Space Odyssey" in 1965.

Science fiction writer's predictions playing out in West Virginia

Clyde Craig -
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Science fiction writer Arthur C. Clarke predicted the migration to rural areas now being witnessed in the U.S., says the publisher...
The valley of Indian Creek in Monroe County wanders through scenic farmscapes.

Sleepy valley of Indian Creek grows as a residential destination

David Sibray -
Though it might sound cliche, time really does stand still in the Indian Creek valley in southern West Virginia. A winery has opened. Farmers...
The tower on the McMaster's residence looks out across the historic landscape in Charles Town, West Virginia.

Home at site of abolitionist John Brown's hanging for sale

Shade trees were planted at Maplecrest to keep the residence cool in summer.

Tree planting can increase property value in urban West Virginia

The large veranda along the front of the tavern is among the architectural highlights noted in the landmark's nomination to the National Register of Historic Places.

Built in 1800, historic New River Gorge landmark for sale

Gandy Creek enters the legendary Sinks-of-Gandy Cave on a frigid morning. Photo courtesy Rick Burgess.

West Virginia landmark "Sinks of Gandy" still up for sale

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