Our Summer issue celebrates some of our state’s unique agritourism destinations—from fields to flowers to forest farming. We also take you and your gal pals on a spa-cation around the state by doing the hard work of identifying some really cool spa getaways and treatments that will have you primed and ready for summer. Mark your calendars for July 20-24 for our Don Knotts Festival in Morgantown, where we will celebrate the 100th birthday of West Virginia’s most iconic comedian. This issue contains a bounty of things to do and places to visit—like Ripley, South Charleston, and Lost River! You’ll also get to be inspired by our 2024 Incredible Kids.
On the Cover: Eric and Joy Lewis’ McMurran Farm serves as a backdrop to a fun farm-to-table dinner for Shepherd University. Photographed by Carla Witt Ford
Features
Harvesting Memories
From al fresco farm-to-table dinners to pick-your-own fields of flowers to the rustic rambles known as farm crawls, we unearth the bounty of agritourism in West Virginia.
The Insider’s Guide to Spa-tastic Girlfriend Getaways
Experience the ultimate in pampering and self-care at some of West Virginia’s finest spas and wellness centers.
Forest to Fork
By history and heritage, Appalachian communities relied on the forest for everything from kitchen staples and botanical remedies to household decorations and cash income. West Virginians are rediscovering those ways.
Meet Our Incredible Kids
From all walks of life and all parts of the state, these Incredible Kids serve as hope for a brighter, kinder future.
Editor’s Letter
discover
sound
As an auction date for WELD FM 101.7 loomed, 80-plus investors saved the day.
shopping
Choosing life along the Appalachian Trail has had its rewards for Harpers Ferry Outfitters.
Living Loves
A few of our current favorite products from
our retail shop.
Five Things
Head out to some of West Virginia’s best
music festivals this summer!
Day of Play
In 2023, we traveled to the Summersville
area to celebrate West Virginia’s birthday with our WV Day of Play initiative.
Artist
The West Virginia Juried Exhibition is a biennial reminder of the vibrant artistic spirit thriving in the Mountain State.
Reads
Learn from renowned West Virginia native chef William Dissen in his new cookbook.
Town
Fabulous food, shopping options galore, and a bit of history make a fun-filled day-trip combination in South Charleston.
Shopping
The brand and backstory of Fayetteville’s Lost Appalachian Trading Co.
Book Club
The WV Living Book Club is off to a fun start.
Handmade
Bonds Creek Knives owner Dave Pratt handcrafts products with precision and care.
taste
TASTEMAKER
A chance decision led to success at Spring Hill Pastry Shop.
Restaurant
Morgantown’s first gastropub, Table 9. finds
success in the now-popular Wharf District.
Statewide Dining Guide
Discover new places to eat across
the state.
live
Out Loud
Morgantown celebrates the 100th birthday of native son Don Knotts with a festival this July.
aWAY
Lost River Vacations offers meaningful downtime for the hearing and Deaf alike.
In Ripley
A patriotic town full of charm invites new beginnings.
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