By Stream restoration at state parks and forests is bringing delicate ecosystems back into balance.Â
Where the Butterflies Are
Butterflies, West Virginia has your number—and it looks like it’s about 142, give or take.
The Charm of Canaan
Add this destination to your list for an experience you won’t want to miss.
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.
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
Wit of the Wild
The North American river otter has a dramatic history in West Virginia. This story was originally published in the February 2016 issue of Wonderful West Virginia. Written by Mikenna Pierotti If the story of the otter in West Virginia were a play, it would be a tragicomedy in three parts.
Myths and Monsters
An ugly—but tasty—fish could soon invade West Virginia’s waters. This story was originally published in the April 2018 issue of  Wonderful West Virginia. To subscribe, visit  wonderfulwv.com. written by Mikenna Pierotti It’s a plot straight from Godzilla, King Kong, Alien, and countless other monster movies. A strange creature arrives from
