2022 ginseng harvest season in West Virginia opens
MULLENS, W.Va. — Ginseng harvest season is open in West Virginia and will continue through Wednesday, November 30, according to the W.Va. Division of...
WVU prof to study plant invading the Appalachian forest
To the casual observer, Japanese stiltgrass appears as a harmless, leafy-green plant that blends into the majestic scenery during a weekend hike, but plant...
Glenville, state partnership creates forestry certification programs
Glenville State College in partnership with the West Virginia Division of Forestry is offering forestry certifications as part of the school's expanding Forest Technology...
Forest lore: Is it true that moss grows only on the...
BARKERS RIDGE, W.Va. — You might have heard that moss grows only on the north sides of trees. That bit of lore originated as...
State tree nursery to begin selling container trees Feb. 1
Clements State Tree Nursery is taking orders for container trees, which will be available Feb. 1, weather permitting, according to West Virginia forestry officials.
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New River college offering two-day survival skills course
Enhance your survival skills and knowledge during a two-day course offered in May at New River Community and Technical College’s campus in Nicholas County...
W.Va. Division of Forestry subdues fire in Pendleton County
After several days of battling a blaze in scenic Pendleton County—notably home to Seneca Rocks—the W.Va. Division of Forestry declared the South Mill Creek...
WV Division of Forestry urges public to practice fire safety
Officials with the West Virginia Division of Forestry are reminding the public to be cautious throughout spring fire season and follow safe burning laws.
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Forest Stewardship program announced in eastern panhandle
The West Virginia Division of Forestry is announcing a sign-up period for the Forest Stewardship program counties in the Chesapeake Bay watershed in the...
Common West Virginia woodland groundcover boasts peculiar qualities
SHADY SPRING, W.Va. — Frequent visitors to the West Virginia woodlands, especially to the mountain counties, are likely familiar with this evergreen groundcover. Though...
Students map landmark campus trees at Bethany College
Students at Bethany College are mapping trees across the school's historic campus in advance of the arrival of one of the nation's foremost experts...
Forestry officials seek information on Coopers Rock forest fire
Officials with the West Virginia Division of Forestry are seeking information from the public regarding a wildfire that occurred in the Clay Run area...
