West Virginia is Wild, Wet and Wonderful, above average rainfall in the Gauley River watershed has local outfitters and area businesses gearing up. Every year there is great anticipation among whitewater fanatics for the weekend after Labor Day! The fall drawdown of Summersville Lake unleashes The Beast of the East – The Gauley River. It looks like we have dodged the drought that is plaguing most of the United States this summer.
Fayetteville, West-by-God-Virginia
When we awoke the morning after the derecho hit Fayetteville on June 29th, we knew we were all in for some hard times. Downed trees and the terrific wind caused loss of power, phone service, Internet, and many were without water. Long lines for ice and fuel for vehicles and generators ensued. Keeping the home going and the family fed and cooled in the 95 degree weather were just some of the challenges we faced.
Fayetteville Civil War Chautauqua
Chautauqua? What kind of word is that? It is a performance of living history, also called History Alive! Named for the famous Chautauqua Institute in upstate New York, a Chautauqua is a week-long event. Each evening, scholars present historical characters and workshops during the day. A Chautauqua usually has a theme and the theme of the first ever West Virginia Chautauqua, taking place in Fayetteville from July 2nd to 6th, will be The Civil War.
2012 Free Fishing Weekend June 9th and 10th in West Virginia
This is your opportunity to explore the fun of fishing in West Virginia. On Saturday, June 9th and Sunday, June 10th, anyone can fish without a license in West […]