Outdoors

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.

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Allegheny Wood Products CEO Sells Thousands Of Acres To US Forest Service

CEO of Allegheny Wood Products John Crites and his family announced this week plans to sell property in Tucker County to the United States Forest Service to be added to protected lands.

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Young Voter Turnout And Summer Fun At New River Gorge, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, we talk with National Park Ranger Eve West to learn about ways to enjoy the nation’s newest National Park at the New River Gorge this summer. Also, we explore the state’s low voter turnout and the impact it has on young voters.

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Welcoming All Climbers In Appalachia

It's mid-October in Kentucky's Red River Gorge and the trees are just beginning to take on their autumn colors, as rock climbers from around the world flock to the region. The crunching of dried leaves and clanking of metal safety gear creates a type of rock climber’s soundtrack. But, on this particular weekend, you might also hear ATVs grinding up the trails, bringing wheelchair users to the area. 

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