Improving our Woodland: Focus on Trees
We’re using a targeted approach to cut and apply herbicide to invasive plants on our property, including multiflora rose and autumn olive.
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We’re inspired to check out the highlights and hidden gems of West Virginia.
We’re native West Virginians with a similar love of exploring the mountain state. We aim to highlight the best and best-kept secret spots in West Virginia. This site features stories about all our favorite things—birding, off-roading, photography, hiking, and of course, good food and beer.
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Saturday Adventures in Preston County
We visited a sampling of scenic stops and had good food and drink on our way to the Appalachian Youth Livestock Showcase in Preston County.
Preparing for a Wildlife Garden
We’re using a targeted approach to cut and apply herbicide to invasive plants on our property, including multiflora rose and autumn olive.
Pedlar Run
Located just outside of Terra Alta, West Virginia, Pedlar Run is nestled into the lush mountains that make this place so special.
Invasive Plant Removal on our Preston County Property
We’re using a targeted approach to cut and apply herbicide to invasive plants on our property, including multiflora rose and autumn olive.
Baby Birds! Nesting Season in WV
It’s bird nesting season in West Virginia! Learn about baby birds in our state, how to look for them, support them, and help an injured bird.
Master Naturalists and an Aquatic Habitat Workshop
If you’re as curious about forestry, wildlife, botany, and geology in WV as we are, then you would love Master Naturalists.
Growing Milkweed from Seeds: Cold Stratification and Germination
After waiting all winter, it’s finally time to plant our milkweed seeds and increase the milkweed presence on our property.
Gilmer, Calhoun, and Wirt Counties Exploration
What’s the best way to explore the most rural in West Virginia? Study some maps, pack snacks, and hit the road. We spent a day birding and exploring Gilmer, Calhoun, and Wirt counties.
