10/02/2019 8:24AM CDT
The autumn months are the most magical to enjoy a riverboat cruise. The beautiful hues of red, green, and orange burst forth on every tree along the river banks. The Valley Gem Sternwheeler offers more than a dozen unique paddle-wheel cruises for the entire family. It's an experience that is difficult to duplicate.Read More
07/02/2019 11:30AM CDT
Some gossip is so compelling that it still sparks conversation hundreds of years later. Parkersburg, West Virginia has several people worth talking about—and there’s no need to whisper. Read More
07/01/2019 11:24AM CDT
Nestled in the Ohio River Valley near the Appalachian Mountains, Greater Parkersburg, West Virginia has a lot to brag about: The nation’s largest colony of red-headed woodpeckers. The confluence of the Ohio and Little Kanawha rivers. Protected habitats for endangered fanshell and pink mucket mussels. The horseshoe curve of the North Fork of the Hughes River. Read More
06/13/2019 12:03PM CDT
The Valley Gem Sternwheeler of Marietta, Ohio will offer sightseeing trips to Henderson Hall June through October each Tuesday and Thursday. Guests will enjoy a sternwheel and trolley ride to the Hall grounds and tour the beautiful and well-preserved Henderson Family home.Read More
04/24/2019 9:52AM CDT
Greater Parkersburg is a fantastic hub for bike riders with its single track trails. Mountwood Park’s extensive network of mountain biking trails is perfect for those looking for a variety of ride options. Read More
04/24/2019 9:29AM CDT
Haunted happenings, quirky shops, and historic collections are all part of a visit to Greater Parkersburg, West Virginia. If you’re looking for an unconventional destination take a look at these five great stops.Read More
