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Fun in West Virginia!

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West Virginia is known for beautiful scenery, ample national parks, and some of the nicest people you will ever meet. These reasons alone are good enough to plan for a West Virginia vacation this summer, but what to do to fill the long summer days? Obviously, zip lines are a great option (flying through the air on a hot day is a truly cooling experience), but chances are, you may want to explore some other options while you are in town.

SO, we have compiled a list of some of our FAVORITE West Virginia activities and attractions. Read more to learn about what you can do on your next WV getaway!

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The History of the Zipline

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When we think of ziplines, we think about them as an almost purely recreational undertaking. And while this may be true of the ziplines that we all know and love today, it has not always been this way. For example, zip0lines can be utilized to help reach remote areas that would be otherwise difficult to access.

Want to know more about the origins of the zipline? Aside from our entertainment purposes, that is! zipline fun

 

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Hiking Trails and Etiquette

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Everyone loves to hike, so it is extremely important that we all follow a common set of rules to ensure that everyone has a good time and the trails are preserved for generations to come. We also understand that the New River Gorge is a an absolutely huge span, and those new to the area might need a couple suggestions.

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