By This striking park seven miles from Hillsboro offers a serene retreat for visitors. This story was originally published in the May 2015 issue of Wonderful West Virginia. written by Shawnee Moranphotographed by Nikki Bowman Mills Peaceful silence—that’s one of the first things you notice as you walk beneath the canopy of
Nature’s Symphony
West Virginia’s abundance of birdsong has bird-watchers flocking to the state from all over the country. This story was originally published in the September 2015 issue of Wonderful West Virginia magazine. To subscribe, visit wonderfulwv.com. written by Katie Griffithphotographed by Tom Hindman Far off, a steady staccato flares into a
Geared Up
As times have changed, so have the uniforms of West Virginia’s oldest statewide law enforcement agency. This story was originally published in the March 2017 issue of Wonderful West Virginia. written by Zack Haroldillustrated by Blake Wheeler Whether it’s military personnel or law enforcement officers, few things convey authority as quickly
Seeing in the Dark
Acoustic monitoring technology allows researchers to hear bats’ echolocation signals. This story was originally published in the June 2018 issue of Wonderful West Virginia. To subscribe, visit wonderfulwv.com. written by Carlee Lammersphotos courtesy of Allstar Ecology Is there anything better than a warm, dry, breezeless summer night? Not to the
The Iron Road
Get a taste of rock climbing—with no experience necessary—at NROCKS Outdoor Adventures. This story was originally published in the August 2017 issue of Wonderful West Virginia. To subscribe, visit wonderfulwv.com. written by Lori Kersey images courtesy of NROCKS Outdoor Adventures Picture it. You’re standing on a suspension bridge strung 150
Tapping the Potential
If you’re under the impression West Virginia’s maple syrup production is on the rise, you’re probably right. This story was originally published in the March 2016 issue of Wonderful West Virginia. written by Pam Kaseyphotographed by Carla Witt Ford In the fall of 2012, Henry Brenneman came from Pennsylvania to Randolph
Windows to the Heavens
West Virginia’s rural landscape offers stargazers a respite from urban light pollution. This story was originally published in the February 2015 issue of Wonderful West Virginia. written by Mikenna Pierotti When the sun sets in Calhoun County, something unusual happens. At least it’s unusual in the heavily populated eastern half of
Dogwood Days
This spring, take time to discover West Virginia’s many species of dogwood—and their importance to their ecosystems. This story was originally published in the April 2017 issue of Wonderful West Virginia. written by Mikenna Pierotti It’s the last few days of April, and with them the last of the early morning
A Wild and Delicate Beauty
Exploring West Virginia’s native orchid species takes patience and care. This story was originally published in the April 2015 issue of Wonderful West Virginia. written and photographed by Ed Rehbein The mountains of West Virginia are famous for their commanding vistas, wild white water, and sprawling canyons. But not all
Treasures in the Rock
Fossils in West Virginia are 400-million-year-old relics from an unimaginable time. This story was originally published in the July 2015 issue of Wonderful West Virginia magazine. To subscribe, visit wonderfulwv.com. Written by Hope HartPhotographed by Katie Griffith Standing off to the side of a curved road, Robert Peck’s eyes are
