The Nature Conservancy in West Virginia –Land Deal Protects Iconic West Virginia Scenes

FAYETTEVILLE, WEST VIRGINIA — September 14, 2010 — The National Park Service announced today that it purchased a steep and forested slope along the New River Gorge,permanently protecting a large slice of West Virginia scenery including  that selected for the ‘tails’ side of the West Virginia state quarter and seen from the overlooks at Hawks Nest State [...]

New Study Highlights Challenges Facing the Appalachian National Scenic Trail • Appalachian Mountain Dreams

Washington,D.C.—According to a new assessment released today by the National Parks Conservation Association NPCA and the Appalachian Trail Conservancy ATC,one of the most beloved recreational footpaths in the United States,the Appalachian National Scenic Trail,faces many challenges that put the experience of visitors and trail resources at risk. Adjacent land development on [...]

Take in nature’s bountiful harvest

Charleston,W.Va. – Summer’s here;the living is easy and the food is fresh,tasty and abundant.  If you enjoy traditional Appalachian fare we’ve got it;if you like to spice up your life with chili and finger-licking barbecue,we’ve got that too. If fresh-from-the-garden produce makes your mouth water you’ll find farms throughout the [...]