Home Ancient West Virginia forests once a mosaic of landscapes Old Fields, West Virginia, by Mark Wilt

Old Fields, West Virginia, by Mark Wilt

Forests in what became West Virginia were managed in ways we're only beginning to understand.

Old Fields, in Hardy County, was so named for old fields found by settlers of European descent who entered the valley of the South Branch of the Potomac. (Photo courtesy Mark Wilt).

Stay Connected

Subscribe to our Newsletter

Sign up for the newsletter, and we'll send a weekly update on news and stories to your email.
Name*
First Last
Email*
- Sign me up for contests.
- I accept the contest terms.
Email
This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

West Virginia Explorer Webzine is an online publication that celebrates the Mountain State's rich culture and natural beauty. Readers enjoy travel tips, hidden gems, outdoor adventures, local lore, and community news. For more than a quarter century, we've been the No. 1 trusted guide for exploring West Virginia.

Company

Headlines

The eastern panhandle of West Virginia: how it came to be

SHEPHERDSTOWN, W.Va. — The eastern panhandle of West Virginia...

Unique northern panhandle of West Virginia created by historic dispute

WEIRTON, W.Va — West Virginia's remarkable shape is partly...

Wild and Wonderful: A journey through West Virginia’s most beautiful places

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — There's a reason West Virginia is...

West Virginia to host first-ever Spartan Trifecta World Championship in the U.S.

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia will make history in...

Get important news delivered directly to your inbox and stay connected!

Hot Topics

State Parks

Travel and Transportation

National Parks

Economic Development