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David Sibray

David Sibray is the founder, publisher and editor-in-chief of West Virginia Explorer, a news and travel magazine devoted to the state’s history, tourism, outdoor recreation and economic development. For more information, he may be reached at 304-575-7390 or at editor@wvexplorer.com

Court Street, Fayetteville West Virginia (WV)

Biking

Two Fayetteville, W.Va., bike shops recognized nationally for outreach

April 8, 2017 by David Sibray

The League of American Bicyclists has selected two bike shops in Fayetteville to receive its Bicycle-Friendly Business designation, according to a spokesperson from a regional active-living initiative for the New River region of southern West Virginia. New River Bikes and Marathon Bicycle Company were awarded silver-level designations for their efforts to accommodate and encourage bicycle riding … Read more

Kool Beanz Madison Prichard in West Virginia

Attractions

Fayetteville development lures customers off expressway

March 29, 2017 by David Sibray

A Fayetteville, W.Va., couple is working to lure travelers off the expressway and into businesses that provide healthier, independent options. Scott and Amanda Keffer, who have earned reputations as health gurus in a town known for its outdoor recreation, say they’re on a mission to ensure good health for the local business community as well as … Read more

Attractions

Wine cellar among the more interesting ruins in West Virginia

March 28, 2017 by David Sibray

One of the strangest ruins in West Virginia, those of the Dutch Hollow Wine Cellar in Dunbar, West Virginia, hearken back to a time before the Civil War when the valleys east of the Ohio River produced some of the best wine in the U.S. Explore: West Virginia Wineries

North Bend Trail near Cornwallis, WV, Ritchie County, Heartland Region

Recreation

North Bend cliffs host climbing adventures beginning in April

March 28, 2017 by David Sibray

North Bend State Park is introducing adventurers to rock climbing and rappelling on cliffs overlooking the North Fork of the Hughes River as part of the park’s outdoor-adventure initiative. The $175 two-day adventure for two includes overnight camping and climbing and camping equipment and is available April through September, according to park naturalist Ken Zebo. The climbing-and-rappelling … Read more

Long Point at Summersville Lake in West Virginia

Hiking

Hike to Long Point at Summersville Lake set for April 8

March 23, 2017 by David Sibray

A walk on the Long Point, the focus of a two-hour guided hike scheduled for April 8 near Summersville, W.Va. According to Levi Moore of Active Southern West Virginia, the Long Point Trail is a must-do in south-central West Virginia, though not as well known as the similarly named Long Point trail 20 miles to … Read more

Communities

Townhomes near Beckley greet strong demand from WVU Tech

March 22, 2017 by David Sibray

Responding to a marked uptick in inquiries, officials at Cranberry Woods Towhomes near Beckley, West Virginia, say they’re preparing for an increased demand from new West Virginia University students and faculty. The 175-unit residential community on the outskirts of the city will now provide discounts and new programming for residents in association with the growth … Read more

NPS Photo Exterior Of Home With 2nd Story Railing Destroyed And Graffiti

Attractions

Rangers seek info in Thurmond, W.Va., vandalism case

March 20, 2017 by David Sibray

The National Park Service is seeking information in its investigation of a break-in and significant vandalism at a historic house in the town of Thurmond, W.Va., within the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve. Sometime during the weekend of March 3-5, most likely on Saturday, March 4, one or more vandals entered the building, … Read more

Sharp-lobed Hepatica, Stonecliff Trail, New River Gorge National Park and Preserve,

Communities

14th annual New River Gorge Wildflower Weekend April 28-30

March 18, 2017 by David Sibray

Celebrate the glory of Appalachian spring on the New River, in the New River Gorge, and beyond during the fourteenth annual New River Gorge Wildflower Weekend, April 28 to 30, featuring ranger-guided hikes and programs in the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, at Tamarack, and in Babcock, Hawks Nest, Little Beaver, Pipestem Resort … Read more

Communities

Thanking Jonathan Moore, the unseen force behind WVExplorer

March 15, 2017 by David Sibray

Over the past 17 years I’ve been able to engage many wonderful people in the development of West Virginia Explorer, but there’s one person who I can confirm we could not have survived without — Jonathan Moore. He was here at the beginning when I had nothing to work with but concept. He was a … Read more

Young climber at New River Gorge, New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, Adventures on the Gorge

Recreation

National Park Service to host climbing “listening session”

March 13, 2017 by David Sibray

The National Park Service is inviting members of the public who have an interest in climbing in national parks in southern West Virginia to attend a listening session at the Canyon Rim Visitor Center in Lansing on Saturday, April 8, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The purpose of the session is for park officials to … Read more

West Virginia’s highest waterfalls ranked: The Mountain State’s tallest cascades

Why thousands visit these little-known waterfalls in West Virginia each year

West Virginia waterfowl hunt applications open at McClintic, home of Mothman legend

West Virginia state parks celebrate National Trails Day with hikes, volunteer events

Green Bank Telescope powers WVU search for gravitational waves and cosmic origins

WVU researcher develops robot that could transform West Virginia strawberry farming

West Virginia mineral rights: Who owns the minerals beneath your land?

Appalachian prison book project delivers 70,000 books to incarcerated people

Wild Trails Festival 2026 returns to Lewisburg with Koe Wetzel, Tucker Wetmore

W.Va. Tourism announces 2026 History Heroes award winners

Mike Fink grave marks site of deadly frontier encounter in Calhoun County

Historical society celebrates history of W.Va. Miners’ Vacation with fish fry fundraiser

New Peters Mountain Trail System takes shape in Monongahela National Forest near Franklin

Interior Department opens review of rock climbing policies affecting New River Gorge

Bowden Fish Hatchery to host free Youth Fishing Derby during W.Va. Free Fishing Days

Here’s why fishing records are being broken more often now in West Virginia

David Sibray

Two Fayetteville, W.Va., bike shops recognized nationally for outreach

Fayetteville development lures customers off expressway

Wine cellar among the more interesting ruins in West Virginia

North Bend cliffs host climbing adventures beginning in April

Hike to Long Point at Summersville Lake set for April 8

Townhomes near Beckley greet strong demand from WVU Tech

Rangers seek info in Thurmond, W.Va., vandalism case

14th annual New River Gorge Wildflower Weekend April 28-30

Thanking Jonathan Moore, the unseen force behind WVExplorer

National Park Service to host climbing “listening session”