No visit to Parkersburg, W. Va. is complete without an island adventure. And although many islands dot the Ohio River, the most interesting one may be Blennerhassett Island, the home of Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park. Blennerhassett is a verdant spot in the middle of the Ohio River with an imposing mansion carved out of…
You know it’s going to be a great day when you can slip out of the office and have a day of adventure in one of West Virginia’s State Parks! For several years now I have dreamed of trying my hand at rock climbing, it was literally the second thing on my Pinterest bucket list…
I experienced many new things at North Bend State Park. Learning to rappel, rock climb and hone my kayaking skills plus we met some extremely nice people, ate awesome food, and overall had a great day at the beautiful North Bend State Park. Hannah Duffield and I got to spend the whole day at North…
Looking for a little summer adventure on the water? The Marietta Adventure Company (Marietta, Ohio) will offer seven seasonal guided kayaking tours. Backwater Tour (Full day trip/5-6 hrs.) This 6-10 mile guided trip offers exploration into three backwater areas along the Ohio River along with glimpses of the Wayne National Forest. The group will paddle…
Sally rubbed her temples as the clock tolled 2 a.m. the restaurant was quiet as she ran and re-ran the numbers looking for the $20 discrepancy from that day’s sales. As manager of a French fine dining restaurant in the financial district of Boston, she would stay until she figured out why the numbers weren’t…
Looking for a getaway that includes sipping and savoring handcrafted brews and wines? Look no further than Greater Parkersburg. The region features three unique breweries and two wineries you’ll want to take time to explore. 1. When you cozy into a booth at the N.E.T. you’ll quickly realize this is a local favorite. North End Tavern…
The smell of hot coals simmering in the forge, the ring of the hammer against the pliable iron, the wonder at the iron’s state of delicacy then strength when tempered. Betsy Cook gets to experience the wonder of both science and history when she is sequestered in her forge in Lowell, Ohio, creating works of…
Savor the flavor of the Mountain State with entertainment, wine, craft brews, and an eclectic mix of culinary offerings at the Annual Taste of Parkersburg on June 1! Begin your weekend by checking into the historic Blennerhassett Hotel. Suddenly rich from oil and natural gas in the late 1800s, Parkersburg, West Virginia flourished into a…
Summer is prime time in the Mid-Ohio Valley for getting out and about in our community. From kayaking the local waterways to mingling with friends at one of Parkersburg’s outstanding restaurants, there is something here for everyone. Plan your exciting summer weekend in the Greater Parkersburg area join us for one (or more) of our…
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