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Until West Virginia joined the Union as a new state in June 1863, Confederate forces tried valiantly to keep that from happening. After all, loss of the resources available in [...]

NO GLORIOUS BATTLES TOOK PLACE IN WEST Virginia's South Branch Valley, which is named after the South Branch of the Potomac River that flows north through its mountain passes on [...]

Native American Past Fort Edwards at Capon Bridge British colonial settlers during the early 18th century often found haven from Indian raids at this fort, built by Joseph Edwards in [...]

Our Backyard: Dolly Sods Wilderness, WV 1. BEST VIEWS See both the northern heath-padded plains and the piney southern forests from the aptly named Rocky Ridge Trail on an 11.5-mile [...]

Northern Panhandle Grave Creek Archaeological Complex Around 250 B.C. the Adena people constructed this 62-foot-high, multiple-level burial mound, which visitors can walk atop. On the two-acre grounds is the Delf [...]

West Virginia, shaped when its residents were sundered from their brothers to the south for their devotion to the Union, is a state steeped in American history. It is endowed [...]

Stephan Wilkinson describes his experience when he rode his Toyota Prius, an eco-friendly vehicle, over the rivers and through the woods of Appalachia. His three-day journey is described in detail alongwith giving various specifications of the car like its electric motor, gas engine and power.

It's just past six in the morning, barely light out, and I'm standing beneath the Summersville Dam, waiting for someone to turn on the river. The green hills of Appalachia […]

New Brunswick, Canada has so many wonders waiting to be experienced and explored! New Brunswick's Bay of Fundy is One of the Marine Wonders of the World. Twice a day […]

West Virginia's river cities are full of wonders, and its north central Mountaineer region abounds with living history. The Metro Valley is a cradle of culture and government and famous [...]

Touring West Virginia and Pennsylvania on a Jeep Grand Cherokee is an experience full of picturesque sights. The Cherokee boasts of its live-axle front and rear suspension as well as vented front disc and rear disc brakes that allows smooth driving around Pennsylvania and West Virginia.

Suggestions are given for places to be up high to see the colorful fall leaves of mountains in the Washington area. Some of the places presented include Harpers Ferry National Historic Park, Shenandoah National park, the Cass Scenic Railroad in West Virginia and Monongahela National Forest. Information on balloon rides offered in the area is also given.

West Virginia is an ideal destination for a family vacation. The state offers breathtaking views of rivers and mountains and active diversions such as white-water rafting. Information about resorts, hotels, restaurants and other attractions is provided.

Eight young people explored a 15-mile cave in West Virginia and mapped the passage. They learned spelunking skills and facts about caves and camped overnight. Calcite, stalactite, guano and other mapping symbols are shown.

The border area between Virginia and West Virginia is called the Potomac Highland and features varied geography and interesting towns. The area has many rivers, and several national parks and forests of note.

A five-day mountain bike tour by eight travelers over the Allegheny Mountains of West Virginia is described. Tales of falls into ruts and mud puddles as well as treks through virgin red spruce forests and wilderness areas are related in great detail.

Every summer, Cass Scenic's tiny Shay locomotives get it in gear CASS, WEST VIRGINIA, is one of steam railroading's magical meccas. Nestled high in the southeast corner of the Mountaineer […]

New and Gauley Rivers, WV, offer excitement and the building of self-confidence in white-water rafting, most popular during fall. Rafters are accompanied by experienced outfitters to ensure safety since rapids in the Gauley range from Class I to Class VI drops. A rafting trip is described.

From the legendary to the little-known, there are special places worthy of leisurely strolls, quiet contemplation and exuberant celebration. Every visit, whether a planned stay or a 'let's see where [...]

WEST VIRGINIA IS A SURPRISE PACKAGE WRAPPED IN CULTURE, HISTORY and beauty. Open it up and you'll find it stuffed with r's--rafting, riding, resorts, and recreational parks. Underneath the r's […]

NELSON GAP, WEST VIRGINIA If you're comfortable climbing a ladder up a skyscraper, we've got a trip for you. The Nelson Rocks via ferrata system takes you up and across [...]

THE BIG PROFILE: KEVIN POLLAK By David Itzkoff He may be the master of countless celebrity impressions, but Kevin Pollak, the actor, comedian and poker ace, is careful about which [...]

A wonderful autumn drive through the Allegheny Mountains in West Virginia is the 280-mile trip starting in White Sulphur Springs continuing around through the Monongahela National Forest. The scenery and many stops along the way are described.

A month or so ago my husband, Charlie, and I left our home in the Shenandoah Valley and headed West on a summer driving trip. Our first stop was just [...]

Byline: Julia Connors, UNC Graduate Student It was March when my trusty boy toy Jeff and I made the five-hour drive up to Snowshoe, only to find the snow had [...]

Byline: Ross, Tracy; Ross, Tracy Top 3: Rail-Trail Hikes By Tracy Ross Iconic wanderers Jack Kerouac and Woody Guthrie searched their souls and America from the back of an empty [...]

WEST VIRGINIA plans a consumer campaign next year to build on increased operator interest in the state. The publicity drive, the state's largest in the UK, will be backed by [...]

Eco-lodges promise preservation and peace of mind Global warming. Oil spills. Toxic landfills. Vanishing rain forests. Litter. Mankind's abuse of the environment has become impossible to ignore. Those of us [...]

CHARLESTON, W. Va. -- The West Virginia Division of Tourism launched what it calls the nation's most advanced Internet-based tourism database system. The division, consumers and suppliers are linked through […]

NATURALLY WlLD ... SOMETIMES UNUSUAL WEST VIRGINIA HAS A REPUTATION FOR awe-inspiring natural beauty, and for good reason, This scenic state offers visitors majestic mountains that show ever-changing scenery throughout [...]

Wherever you are bound this fall, you're sure to find something to your taste. America's natural beauty and friendly folks charm you no matter where your destination lies. So let's [...]

West Virginia became the 11th member of the Southeast Tourism Society at the group's annual conference in Ponte Vedra Beach, […]

The amber waters of Tea Creek are perfect for soaking away summer cares or wetting a line. Nothing is quite so invigorating as finishing a long, hot summer climb up [...]

Sipping a cup of organic coffee was unexpectedly affecting my thinking. Images of hillbilly mountain folk were slowly dissolving with each delicious swallow. Here along the back roads of West [...]