The history of the Underground Railroad in West Virginia is still something of a mystery even after all these years. […]
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The history of the Underground Railroad in West Virginia is still something of a mystery even after all these years. […]
Read MoreGlide, stride, and escape the crowds and infrastructure downhill ski resorts, and appreciate the winter landscape while cross-country skiing or […]
Read MoreFrom 1905-1954 the Riverside School was the only public school for African-Americans in Randolph County, and is one of the […]
Read MoreIt is that time of year – the time to begin planning all of your 2021 vacations. National Plan for […]
Read MoreBrittle autumn leaves have fallen to the ground and cold, nippy winds give an inexpressible scent to the air. This […]
Read MoreVisitors are drawn to Randolph County, West Virginia for its natural beauty and its abundance of outdoor recreation. Recreational tourism […]
Read MoreThe Gaudineer Scenic Area, in Randolph County, is a glimpse of what West Virginia’s mountain highlands used to look like. […]
Read MoreThe beauty and splendor of a West Virginia autumn has attained legendary status when it comes to sightseeing, atmosphere, weather, […]
Read MoreIn the fall of 1930, the first Mountain State Forest Festival was celebrated in Elkins and immediately attracted national attention. […]
Read MoreLike many states, West Virginia when founded, was made up of diverse people and cultures coming together. Native Americans, Germans, […]
Read MoreLocated in the heart of downtown Elkins, Big Timber Brewing has been busier than ever with its continual construction of […]
Read MoreRandolph County is an art lover’s dream. With over 600 art, music, and dance related events in 2019 it’s easy […]
Read MoreFrom the mountains to the broad valleys of Randolph County, West Virginia, our varied forested terrain means nearly infinite biking […]
Read MorePerched along the Allegheny Mountains in Randolph County, Kumbrabow State Forest is West Virginia’s highest forest and the only state […]
Read MoreEscape the city lights and embrace the darkness of the night sky in Randolph County, West Virginia. West Virginia has […]
Read MoreSome of the best hiking trails in West Virginia can be found right here in Randolph County. Many describe our […]
Read MoreFrom 1776 to the present day, July 4th has been celebrated as the birth of American independence with festivities ranging […]
Read MoreEvery year in July the Augusta Heritage Center of Davis & Elkins College offers several weeks of world-class workshops and […]
Read MoreHappy Birthday, Mountain Mama! To the place we call home, to the place we all belong. On June 20, 1863, […]
Read MoreEncompassing the Allegheny Mountains and the Monongahela National Forest, Randolph County is surrounded by some of the best-known natural attractions […]
Read MoreIf you’ve never driven to Glady, West Virginia, you will be welcomed with beautiful farms and rolling hills. It is […]
Read MoreFor many of us, learning to ride a bike was the first type of freedom we experienced as kids. We […]
Read MoreThe origins of the Monongahela National Forest began with the passage of the Weeks Act in 1911. This legislation permitted […]
Read MoreWould you have thought that two months ago we would all be stuck inside our homes, isolated from friends and […]
Read MoreIt’s springtime in Randolph County and that is not the only season that’s upon us. For many Appalachians, it is […]
Read MoreEvery year hundreds of people converge on the tiny town of Helvetia for one of the most unique festivals in […]
Read MoreWelcome visitors near and far, come celebrate Christmas who-one and who-all! If you’re itching to visit Whoville this holiday season […]
Read More“The thing about trains… it doesn’t matter where they’re going. What matters is deciding to get on.” “All Aboard!”, calls […]
Read MoreGet your camouflage gear out of the closet, stock up on ammo, and set your alarm to rise before the […]
Read MoreIf there’s one place you’ll visit this fall, make it Randolph County… Crisp, early frosts begin painting the leaves of […]
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