Long overlooked, the sycamore tree is getting new respect.
The Heart of a Hunter
West Virginia hunter Chris Ellis finds inspiration in fellow hunter Randy Benear.
Poisonous Pastures
How one invasive species arrived and spread like wildfire—and what you can do about it.
Where the Butterflies Are
Butterflies, West Virginia has your number—and it looks like it’s about 142, give or take.
Seeing the Forest for the Trees
Three outdoorswomen find satisfaction in forestry in West Virginia
The Plant Morgue
A unique repository on West Virginia University’s Morgantown campus serves as a comprehensive preserved record of the region’s botanical history.
The Value of Bees
When it comes to helping the environment, native pollinators do the heavy lifting.
Welcoming Wildlife
What’s in a West Virginia backyard? According to the Division of Natural Resources, the answer might be pretty wild
A Wildlife Enthusiast’s Wish Come True
The state Division of Natural Resource’s recent efforts significantly increased wildlife management areas in one district where they’ve been scarce.
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