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With Appalachian Trail Closures, Allegheny Trail Welcomes New Hikers, Volunteers
Hurricane Helene forced the closure of hundreds of miles of the Appalachian Trail. Allegheny Trail staff in West Virginia want to offer affected hikers an alternative in the Mountain State.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsWorking To Graduate Debt-Free At Marshall And Hiking West Virginia’s Longest Trail, This West Virginia Morning
On this West Virginia Morning, Marshall University's “Marshall For All’ project allows participating students to complete a 4-year bachelor’s degree without accruing any debt and with Hurricane Helene closing much of the southern Appalachian Trail, Allegheny Trail advocates want hikers to know they can find alternatives in West Virginia.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsAddressing Risky Behavior And The Logistics Of Search & Rescue, This West Virginia Morning
On this West Virginia Morning, mental health resources for rural communities and what it takes to pull off wilderness rescues.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsFilipino Hospitality In Asheville And Famed Thru-Hiker Shares Journey, Inside Appalachia
This week on Inside Appalachia, a chef has created a hidden culinary hot spot in Asheville, North Carolina that’s attracting national attention for its eclectic menu and Filipino hospitality. Also, every thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail begins with a first step. Famed hiker Jennifer Pharr Davis shares hers.
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Renovated Canyon Rim Visitor Center Shows Off New River Gorge
The New River Gorge National Park and Preserve Canyon Rim visitor center recently got a facelift and hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony Thursday. The $1.7 million dollar renovation includes an upgraded theater, new exhibits, and info on what to do and where to go in the park and adjacent national scenic river ways.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsThe New’s Oldest Trees Protected
Nestled in the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, there is a patch of forest along the Burnwood Trail that is hundreds of years old. It was recently inducted into the Old Growth Forest Network.
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