Welcome to West Virginia Explorer (“WVExplorer.com,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). The information published on WVExplorer.com is provided for general informational, educational, historical, and journalistic purposes. By using this website, you acknowledge and agree to the following disclaimer. Last updated: July 30, 2026
Editorial Purpose
West Virginia Explorer is an independent news and travel publication dedicated to reporting on the people, places, history, culture, recreation, and natural heritage of West Virginia and the surrounding Appalachian region.
Our reporting is produced in good faith using information available at the time of publication. Although we strive for accuracy, no publication can guarantee that every article will remain complete, current, or free from error as circumstances change.
Accuracy of Information
We make every reasonable effort to verify facts before publication. However:
- Information may become outdated after publication.
- Government policies, business hours, admission fees, regulations, and public access may change without notice.
- Historical subjects may involve differing interpretations among reputable sources.
Readers should independently verify important information before making decisions based on material published on WVExplorer.com.
No Professional Advice
Content on WVExplorer.com should not be considered legal, medical, financial, tax, investment, engineering, or other professional advice.
Articles discussing health, safety, wildlife, outdoor recreation, or historical topics are intended for general educational purposes and should not replace advice from qualified professionals.
Travel and Outdoor Recreation
Many of the destinations we cover involve outdoor recreation and travel in rural or mountainous environments.
Conditions such as weather, trail closures, road construction, water levels, wildlife activity, and public access may change rapidly.
Readers should consult the appropriate land managers, park authorities, emergency agencies, or local officials before traveling.
Visitors assume all risks associated with their travel decisions.
Historical Content
WVExplorer.com publishes articles covering West Virginia history, archaeology, genealogy, and cultural heritage.
While we carefully research historical topics using primary and secondary sources whenever possible, historical scholarship evolves over time, and interpretations may differ among historians and institutions.
Opinions
Opinion columns, guest essays, and commentary represent the views of their individual authors and do not necessarily reflect the editorial opinions of West Virginia Explorer.
External Links
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These links are provided for the convenience of our readers. We do not control, endorse, or guarantee the accuracy, security, availability, or content of external websites and are not responsible for their privacy practices or policies.
Advertising and Sponsored Content
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Advertisements and sponsored content are identified when appropriate and do not influence our editorial reporting.
Editorial decisions remain independent of advertisers, sponsors, and commercial partners.
Affiliate Relationships
From time to time, WVExplorer.com may participate in affiliate programs.
If readers purchase products or services through qualifying affiliate links, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to the purchaser.
Such relationships do not affect our editorial judgment or recommendations.
User Responsibility
By using this website, readers acknowledge that they are responsible for evaluating the information provided and determining its suitability for their own circumstances.
WVExplorer.com shall not be liable for losses or damages resulting from reliance upon information published on this website.
Corrections
Accuracy is central to our mission. If you believe an article contains an error or requires clarification, we encourage you to contact our editorial staff. We review credible correction requests and update stories when appropriate in accordance with our Corrections Policy.
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