Exploring Our Rugged Terrain By Jennifer Jett Prezkop There’s a reason West Virginia is known as an outdoor adventurer’s paradise—the varying terrain found around the state provides countless options for wild and wonderful activities for all skill levels. West Virginia’s unique rock formations are of particular interest for the hiking and climbing excursions they provide,…
Mountain Bike Racing in Almost Heaven By Jamie Null Few outdoor adventures offer the same adrenaline rush as mountain biking, and that rush is compounded when it’s found in the mountains of West Virginia. Riders of all ages and experience levels visit the Mountain State each year to experience the thrills of the sport, whether…
West Virginia’s Music Festivals West Virginia has a rich musical heritage, and never is it more apparent than at a Mountain State music festival. These events celebrate all kinds of music from both across the region and around the world. In May-October, music fans make their way to these outdoor festivals that bring West Virginia’s…
Farm-to-Table Dining Destinations Long before it was trendy, the people of the Mountain State were bringing food from the ground straight to their plates out of necessity. Today, this growing movement is called farm-to-table, and it embraces the West Virginia heritage of locally sourcing fresh dishes that are rich in flavor. Since West Virginians are…