Wondering what's happening in the Greater Parkersburg, West Virginia area? Download or listen to our new "Talking Tourism" audio podcasts presented by Clear Channel Radio (WLTP 910 Talk Radio).

 

Multi-Cultural Festival
The 13th annual Mid-Ohio Valley Multi-Cultural Festival takes places at the Parkersburg City Park June 20-22. Food, music, crafts, kids activities.
June 18, 2008 | Duration: 7:45 | Quality: 96k | File size: 5.58mb | Download mp3 file

Race Across America - Cycling
An epic bike race makes a stop in Parkersburg, WV for a 5th year. By the time participants reach Parkersburg they have traveled more than 2,600 miles on bike.
June 11, 2008 | Duration: 5:56 | Quality: 96k | File size: 4.27mb | Download mp3 file

Rock Climbing at North Bend State Park
Ben Smith with Adventure Pursuit provides details on the rock climbing courses offered at North Bend State Park.
May 28, 2008 | Duration: 8:53 | Quality: 96k | File size: 6.39mb | Download mp3 file

Battle at Volcano
Local Civil War renactor, Jim Kerns, tells what visitors can expect at the first annual Battle at Volcano event at Mountwood Park.
May 21, 2008 | Duration: 9:37 | Quality: 96k | File size: 6.93mb | Download mp3 file

Tourism Trends
Steve Nicely talks about the latest tourism trends heading into Memorial Day Weekend. Gas prices and the impact of travel.
May 14, 2008 | Duration: 9:10 | Quality: 96k | File size: 6.6mb | Download mp3 file

National Tourism Week 2008
The Greater Parkersburg CVB and its partners celebrate National Tourism Week 2008 - May 10- 18. Special activities at the West Virginia Welcome Center in...
May 7, 2008 | Duration: 9:17 | Quality: 96k | File size: 6.68mb | Download mp3 file

May Events Highlighted
Upcoming May 2008 events are highlighted.
April 30, 2008 | Duration: 9:30 | Quality: 96k | File size: 6.84mb | Download mp3 file

Blennerhassett Island State Park Open
Dianne Anderson, of the Friends of Blennerhassett, provides details on the opening of Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park's 2008 season on May 1.
April 15, 2008 | Duration: 6:47 | Quality: 96k | File size: 4.88mb | Download mp3 file

CVB CD ROM Award Winning
The Greater Parkersburg CVB's CD ROM - providing a visual overview of the area - is now award winning. The piece received a 2008 Telly Award.
April 11, 2008 | Duration: 9:01 | Quality: 96k | File size: 6.49mb | Download mp3 file

Simonton Challenge at Mountwood
Drew Smithberger provides information on the annual Simonton Challenge at Mountwood moutain bike race. The event draws hundreds of series rides from around the...
April 9, 2008 | Duration: 9:30 | Quality: 96k | File size: 6.84mb | Download mp3 file

WV Travel Magazine Online
Greater Parkersburg CVB partners with the West Virginia Division of Tourism Office to promote the region through the state's monthly e-travel magazine. Part of...
April 2, 2008 | Duration: 8:30 | Quality: 96k | File size: 6.12mb | Download mp3 file

Web Site Enhanced/ Upcoming Events
The Greater Parkersburg CVB unveils its latest web site enhancements. CVB President Steve Nicely discusses new features such as user friendly trip planning...
March 19, 2008 | Duration: 7:29 | Quality: 128k | File size: 7.19mb | Download mp3 file