Recreation

Towns and cities in 27 counties across West Virginia are being provided with funds to build and improve sidewalks, lighting, and rail trails. West Virginia Governor Jim Justice and West Virginia Department of Transportation Secretary Byrd White awarded 38 Transportation Alternatives and Recreational Trails Program grants worth $7,414,975 in total. The governor emphasized the economic … Read more

As the summer boating season approaches, the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources is reminding members of the public to wear life jackets while boating or swimming in lakes, rivers, and streams. Most water-related deaths, injuries, and incidents in West Virginia happen because someone was not wearing a life jacket or personal flotation device, according … Read more

It’s finally stopped snowing in the Allegheny Mountains in West Virginia—in time for officials at Snowshoe Mountain Resort to unveil a modified schedule of events for summer and fall 2020. Including its Snowshoe Bike Park, the highland resort perhaps best-known for its ski areas will operate Thursdays through Sundays beginning July 2, according to resort president … Read more

State-managed parks and forests in West Virginia are offering state residents discounts of 30 percent on overnight stays in cabins, campgrounds, and lodge rooms between June 1 through August 31, 2020. Governor Jim Justice announces the historic discount on lodging to show his appreciation for the resiliency and support of West Virginians during the COVID-19 … Read more

Overnight facilities in West Virginia’s state parks and forests closed to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus will start reopening to state residents on May 21. Campgrounds are scheduled to open May 21, while cabins and lodges will open on May 26, according to park system officials. To follow the guidelines of Governor Jim … Read more

With a stay-at-home order in place across West Virginia, it’s a critical time to add exercise to your daily routine, says a physical activity expert at West Virginia University. In addition to outdoor activities such as biking and walking, there are plenty of ways to increase physical activity at home, according to Eloise Elliott, Ware … Read more