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Nuttallburg, Henry Ford, and Coal Mining in the New River Gorge

November 9, 2011 10:01 am Published by justin Leave your thoughts

There are well over 15 abandoned mining towns and camps in the short 14-mile stretch of the New River Gorge... View Article

October 25, 2011 12:34 pm Published by justin Leave your thoughts

Whitewater rafting on the New and Gauley Rivers used to be the main draw for outdoor enthusiasts and thrill seekers... View Article

October 14, 2011 10:56 am Published by justin Leave your thoughts

Bridge Day brings crowds of people into this area from all over the world. In fact, out-of-towners make up a... View Article

October 5, 2011 9:33 am Published by justin Leave your thoughts

One day every fall, the town of Fayetteville, for a mere 7 hours, becomes the largest populated town in WV.... View Article

September 29, 2011 9:56 am Published by justin Leave your thoughts

When you vacation, if you are like most folks, you take quite a few pictures. Right? Photos help you not... View Article

September 21, 2011 2:14 pm Published by justin Leave your thoughts

Fall in West Virginia is a great time to camp. The summer crowds have diminished, the temperatures are cooler and ... View Article

September 12, 2011 1:11 pm Published by justin Leave your thoughts

No form of transportation has meant more to the New River Gorge over the years than trains. From 1895 until... View Article

August 30, 2011 9:18 am Published by justin Leave your thoughts

Southern WV Rivers When you think of rivers in southern West Virginia, the New and Gauley probably come to mind.... View Article

August 26, 2011 9:56 am Published by justin Leave your thoughts

You’ve already felt that autumn nip in the air. Football is back, and leaves are starting to turn. There’s no... View Article

August 23, 2011 12:05 pm Published by justin Leave your thoughts

West Virginia has a very diverse topography. The state is located within the Appalachian Mountain Range. At the lowest point... View Article