Author: Marsha Watson

West Virginia is home to some of the most diverse landscapes in all of the United States — but few people realize it unless they live there. Did you know that the largest lake in West Virginia is spread out…

People are exercising much more often than they were just a decade ago. They’re out running and biking in increasing numbers, and we’re glad to see it. But those increasing numbers of pedestrians are also increasing the numbers of car…

The fictional video game “Fallout 76” takes place during an alternate timeline in an apocalyptic world following an apparently world-wide nuclear holocaust. The “Fallout” series is much beloved, although this new installment was met with almost universal criticism because of…

Those who know about long-distance hiking will always look forward to the next opportunity for a grand adventure. West Virginia is a small state, but it’s best known for its great stretches of wilderness — and that means great hiking,…

While many politicians are arguing in favor of “clean coal” — because they’ve been sleeping through economics classes — the real world is learning to adapt to the rapid decline of a once bustling industry. Coal is bleeding jobs in…

The cicadas that make up Brood VIII have emerged from hiding, and you’ve probably heard the insect orchestra so hard at work. They want to mate! The sound made by male cicadas — peaceful to some, grating to others —…

Those hiking the Appalachian Trail this year are surely thankful that the United States government shutdown didn’t last longer, as it would have prevented them from legally traversing 101 miles of the legendary footpath in the Shenandoah National Park. While…

The Wilderness is designated areas of land that are protected by the United States Government. Not just any federal land is qualified to be considered Wilderness. In fact, the land must have scientific, educational and historical value. Currently, our preservation…

Everyone is different. We’re all different shapes and sizes, and we all have metabolisms of varying speed. These are only a few of the factors that help determine how much ground we can expect to cover if we walk all…

Staying hydrated and full of calories is important for any hiker. In the winter, it’s important to intake more calories because your body burns more calories attempting to keep your body warm and moving. It’s estimated depending on the temperature…