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Today is Sunday, May 11, 2025 

Get onboard the solo travel trend with a getaway to the mountains of Almost Heaven…bring the kids out for a fun day of nature discovery at the Claudia L. Workman Wildlife Education Center…and tour working farms on the new Ripley Area Agritourism Trail…on today’s daily304.

 

#1 – From WV TOURISM – West Virginia’s beautiful mountain towns provide the perfect getaway for those traveling solo. The scenic landscapes with few distractions makes it effortless to escape the stress of everyday life and experience peace and relaxation. 

From the quaint mountain town of Wardensville to historic Lewisburg to eclectic Fayetteville, West Virginia’s towns offer plenty to see and do for solo travelers.

Spend time alone in Almost Heaven and add to the nearly 11 million Instagram posts using #solotravel. 

Read more: wvtourism-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/wvtourism.com/solo-summer-travel/amp/

 

#2 – From WVDNR – Looking for a fun, free and educational family trip or field trip this spring or summer? Just outside Charleston, the Claudia L. Workman Wildlife Education Center offers the perfect blend of hands-on learning, outdoor exploration and wildlife discovery. 

Whether you’re a teacher planning a group outing or a parent looking to spend quality time in nature, this hidden gem makes it easy to enjoy a day of fun and learning in the heart of West Virginia. 

View interactive exhibits and dioramas, a working honeybee hive and a 1,500 gallon aquarium filled with native species. Explore more than 3 miles of hiking trails on the grounds showcasing the flora and fauna of the Forks of Coal Wildlife Management Area. 

Make plans to bring the kids out for a fun day of discovery!

Read more:

https://wvdnr.gov/claudia-workman-center-2025/

 

#3 – From WV NEWS – The Ripley Convention and Visitors Bureau has initiated a unique opportunity to celebrate the importance of farming to the heritage, life and economy of Jackson County.

CVB Director Brenda Mobley has coordinated a Ripley Area Agritourism Trail that will offer locals and visitors the opportunity to have a fun, engaging, and unique experience discovering many of the working farms in the county.

Eight farms will take part in this inaugural trail event: Blooming Blessing Greenhouses/Nursery, Locust Ridge Farm Mums, Sweet Violet Farm, Kelly’s Fresh Produce & More, Four Seasons Farm, Springhill Nursery, Given Flower Co., and Pauley Homestead. The Ripley Community Market and the Greene Center Farmer’s Market are two other sites on the passport.

The trail opportunity will last from May through October to take advantage of the various growing seasons. To participate, obtain a passport from the Ripley CVB at 107 ½ West Main Street, Ripley, from any of the eight locations or by visiting www.ripleycvb.com. 

Read more:

https://www.wvnews.com/jacksonnews/ripley-area-agritourism-trail-kicks-off-may-2/article_c2d4b7b6-56eb-4036-b8cb-bbbf08cf4a11.html

 

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That’s all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.