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Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024  As the second-leading hardwood state in the U.S., West Virginia supports a robust wood products industry…land a rewarding career with great pay and benefits in the corrections industry--see who's hiring…and Gauley Season is in full swing--book your trip today and get ready to experience America's best whitewater…on today's daily304. #1 – From WV DED – The wood industry of West Virginia generates $3.2 billion annually for the state's economy and provides more than 30,000 jobs within the state. West Virginia is the second-leading hardwood state in the U.S. and each of its 55 counties has some segment of the wood industry as an employer -- from logging and sawmills to veneer plants. Check out the West Virginia Department of Economic Development to learn more about wood manufacturing businesses that operate in #YesWV Learn more: https://westvirginia.gov/industries/forestproducts/   #2 – From JOBCASE – Make a difference in your community with a rewarding career with the West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation. New opportunities and incentives are available! Jobs offer a great salary and benefits package, paid training, opportunities for advancement and more.  Check out Jobcase to find out who's hiring! Learn more: https://www.jobcase.com/articles/wv-dcr #3 – From BLUE RIDGE OUTDOORS –  Every fall, southern West Virginia becomes home to one of the top stretches of whitewater in the country. What paddlers and rafters affectionately call Gauley Season marks the exciting time of year when scheduled releases from Summersville Dam dump into the Gauley River, providing some of the world's top whitewater runs. This year's Gauley Season runs through October 20. “West Virginia's whitewater rafting is unlike anything you've ever seen before,” said Gov. Jim Justice in his announcement of the official start to the season. “It's a once-in-a-lifetime West Virginia adventure you just can't miss out on.” Plan your rafting excursion today at WVtourism.com. Read more: https://www.blueridgeoutdoors.com/go-outside/raging-rapids-gauley-season-starts-in-west-virginia/   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Thursday, Aug. 29, 2024.  Grab your paddle and get ready to tackle America's best whitewater when Gauley Season returns September 6th…the 2025 WV Wildlife Calendar is now available for purchase--grab one and help support important SNR wildlife resources programs…and a massive music festival featuring 50+ bands is coming to the Capital City in October…on today's daily304. #1 – From WV NEWS – It's almost time! Spanning six weeks from early September to mid-October, the event known as Gauley Season draws thousands eager to take on the challenging rapids of the Gauley River in West Virginia.  The Gauley River, set within a stunning and rugged canyon, offers some of the most intense rapids available anywhere. Over 100 rapids are crammed into just 25 miles, making the Gauley a must-visit for serious rafters.  The excitement of Gauley Season is made possible by controlled water releases from the Summersville Lake Dam, managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers.  For those looking to experience this thrill in 2024, Gauley Season runs from September 6th to October 20th, with water releases scheduled across several weekends.  A whitewater trip on the Gauley pairs well with a visit to West Virginia's newest state park, Summersville Lake State Park, or to the many attractions in and around the nearby New River Gorge National Park. Visit wvtourism.com to learn more and help plan your itinerary in Almost Heaven. Read more: https://www.wvnews.com/news/wvnews/experience-the-thrill-of-gauley-season-west-virginias-premier-whitewater-rafting-adventure/article_cc26e276-5b2b-11ef-8495-ff6d51288c7f.html   #2 – From MY BUCKHANNON – The 2025 West Virginia Wildlife Calendar is now available to purchase online and in stores around the state. This year also marks the 40th anniversary of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources publishing the popular calendar, which helps fund important Wildlife Resources Section programs.  The calendar features beautiful paintings of state animals, important hunting and fishing dates, peak wildlife activity times and articles that will help people get the most out of their outdoor adventures in 2025.  Calendars can be purchased online at WVstateparks.com. Read more: https://www.mybuckhannon.com/2025-west-virginia-wildlife-calendar-now-available-to-purchase/   #3 – From WV GAZETTE-MAIL – Collaborating with FestivALL's FestiFALL and the Risers Agency, radio station WTSQ 88.1 FM, “The Status Quo,” will moderate, participate and celebrate the first-time Risers Fest Charleston music and arts festival. The event takes place throughout various city venues from Oct. 11 through Oct. 13. Boasting 50-plus-and-counting local, regional and national acts (plus one from Mexico City), Risers Fest musicians and bands will run the gamut from “A” to, well, “Y” (unless a “Z”-named group signs on before the event).  For updates and more info about the bands or venues, visit www.risersfest.com. For the latest news about FestivFALL events and activities, visit festivallcharleston.com/festivall-fall. Read more: https://www.wvgazettemail.com/townnews/radio/risers-fest-to-rock-and-rollick-in-october-in-charleston/article_5e936400-5a4f-11ef-9c0b-fff4fe4ba477.html   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.  

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Wednesday, July 17, 2024. Graduate debt-free through Kanawha Valley FAME -- a program that provides paid job training while you earn a degree in advanced manufacturing…Take your adventures off-road with the Hatfield-McCoy Trails System…and experience the thrill of whitewater rafting on West Virginia's Big Three rivers…on today's daily304. #1 – From PCDA.ORG – How would you like to obtain job training and education while graduating debt-free? That's made possible through Kanawha Valley FAME. The Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) provides global-best workforce development through strong technical training, integration of manufacturing core competencies, intensive professional practices and intentional hands-on experience to build the future of the modern manufacturing industry. You can earn a degree in advanced manufacturing technology while working three days a week and attending class two days a week. You'll earn a real wage with the potential for periodic pay increases. Program graduates are eligible to continue their employment with their sponsoring manufacturer, moving into a full-time position with benefits.  Don't delay -- get started on your new career path today! Kanawha Valley FAME is also accepting new employers into the program until August 1, 2024. Learn more: https://pcda.org/fame-usa/   #2 – From WV TOURISM –  With 10 diverse trail systems and counting, Hatfield-McCoy Trail System in southern West Virginia is heaven for avid off-roaders. The combination of thrilling trails and ATV-friendly towns makes the Hatfield-McCoy Mountains region truly a one-of-a-kind destination. For your next adventure, load up your ATV or side-by-side and enjoy the ride. Here's a taste of what you'll find: The Devil Anse Trailhead is located in the town of Mateway, historically known as the heart of the Hatfield McCoy feud. In Cabwaylingo State Forest, the Cabwaylingo Trail System offers nearly 100 miles of new trails to explore and plenty of parking for trucks and trailers. Near the town of Logan, Bearwallow Trail System is best known for its mix of effortless, relaxing views and challenging, daunting trails. Read more: https://wvtourism.com/your-off-road-trail-guide-to-hatfield-mccoy-trails/   #3 – From WV NEWS – For those craving the adrenaline rush of whitewater rafting, West Virginia is the place to be. Among its many rivers, three stand out for their thrilling rapids and breathtaking scenery: The Cheat River, the Gauley River and the New River.  Each offers a unique experience, attracting rafters from all over the world to test their skills against some of the most challenging and scenic waterways in the United States. Read more: https://www.wvnews.com/bring-it-on-whitewater-challenges-bring-outdoor-adventurers-to-the-mountain-state-every-year/article_ad41c622-29a4-11ef-909a-ff0dbde73f26.html   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.  

Welcome to Saturday night and a new episode of That Don't Sound Right!  Cecil asks Peter the form over function question as it pertains to mountain houses. The conversation does not stay at such a high level, but soon devolves into a debate about out houses on the Gauley River.  The good news is the podcast is short.  Remember, we are only one of thousands of podcast that you ignore.  We hope you have fun with the conversation and thank you for listening.  Be sure to pick up some TDSR merchandise since Mother's Day is soon! #mountainhouse #TDSR #gauley MERCHANDISE https://that-dont-sound-right.creator-spring.com/ WEBSITE https://thatdontsoundright.com/ tdsrpodcast@gmail.com tdsrpodcast on Instagram Wonderfully Made Designs - Custom T-Shirts and Decals, Contact Casey on Facebook @ WonderfullyMadeDesigns139.14. Use Code TDSR10 for 10% off your first order.

Despite a life-altering hunting accident in 1997 that caused him to lose his sight, Lonnie found the courage and determination to raise his three daughters as a single father in small-town Indiana, teaching them all to hunt and fish — and, against all odds, to drive. After the kids were grown and moved out, Lonnie was looking for another challenge. Through adaptive sports organizations Lonnie began to get the opportunity to do some amazing adventures. Fast forward a few years and Lonnie is a National Geographic 2015 Adventurer of the Year. He has kayaked some of the most challenging whitewater in the world and is responsible for first blind descents of Africa's fabled Zambezi River and West Virginia's world-renowned Gauley River. Lonnie is best known for his first descent of the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon. In May of 2023, Lonnie Bedwell became the first blind veteran to climb Mt Everest. He was accompanied by friends and climbing partners Michael Neal and Bryan Hill. Before the climb, Michael and Bryan rode their bicycles across India to set a world record for the fastest known time from sea level to Everest's summit. We'll have Michael on next week to share that story. Sightlesssummits.comhttps://www.instagram.com/lonnie.r.bedwellhttps://lonniebedwell.com/Our Sponsors:* Check out Green Chef and use my code asp250 for a great deal: https://www.greenchef.com/asp250* Check out Oris Watches: https://www.oris.ch* Check out Roark and use my code ASP15 for a great deal: https://roark.com/* Check out Shopify and use my code asp for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com/aspSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Sunday, Oct. 8  Headed into the great outdoors? Learn how you can stay safe…Gauley Season may experience its biggest season yet, officials predict…and learn what puts the “wonderful” in Wild, Wonderful West Virginia…on today's daily304. #1 – From WVDNR – The cooler temperatures and colorful foliage of fall brings outdoor lovers to the woods. Whether your passion lies in hunting, hiking, fishing, paddling or camping, it is crucial to keep safety as the top priority when prepping for your trip. That's why the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources' Law Enforcement Section and the West Virginia Department of Homeland Security are teaming up to give outdoorsmen and women advice on what they need to do in preparation for their outdoor excursion and what they should do if they become lost on their adventure. If you get lost, stay calm and stay put, and signal for help. Always tell someone your planned route and estimated return time. Carry essential supplies.  Learn more outdoor safety tips at wvdnr.gov. Read more: https://wvdnr.gov/survival-skills-ten-things-to-do-when-lost-in-the-woods/   #2 – From WV PUBCAST –  As summer winds down, tens of thousands of whitewater rafters and kayakers from all over the country begin their migration to West Virginia. They are here for the Gauley River — which normally only has navigable flows during the fall.  The fall recreational flows are part of a planned effort of water releases in the fall to draw down Summersville Lake and support whitewater rafting and kayaking.  The colors on the hills change from a bright green in the beginning of the season to vibrant yellows, reds and oranges in the late season. The landscape is interrupted by the bright primary-colored boats, tutus, sequined shirts and glittered faces, all headed downstream from where the river begins at Summersville Dam.  “A lot of different colors, a lot of plastic on the water, a lot of smiling faces, a lot of glitter, a lot of lipstick,” says Matt McQueen, a park ranger with the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve.  “There's definitely a whole culture involved in the whitewater industry that is kind of unique, for sure.”  The Gauley River usually gets 20,000 to 30,000 visitors each season. Rangers are predicting that the numbers this year could be their highest yet. Gauley season runs through Oct. 22, so there's still time yet to book your whitewater trip to experience the Beast of the East. Read more: https://wvpublic.org/the-transient-loud-sparkly-and-rowdy-culture-of-fall-boating-in-w-va/   #3 – From THE DAILY304 – You can find out all of the amazing places to go ​and interesting people to meet each week listening to the daily304's “What Makes You Wonderful” podcast. We uncover wonders that make West Virginia truly ​ext​raordinary.  Host Tiffney Lopez connects with other local leaders and experts to share fun events, take you to uniqu​e places to visit, and venture down literary roads of local reads. Tune in to “What Makes You Wonderful” and let the magic of the Mountain State inspire you! Listen now: https://www.wv.gov/daily304/wmyw/Pages/default.aspx   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Sunday, Sept. 24  National Park officials anticipate a busy fall season in Almost Heaven…the “House in the Clouds” artist reveals what drew him to West Virginia…and September is National Voter Registration Month; register or update your information today!…on today's daily304. #1 – From WBOY-TV –  Fall is the peak season for tourists who come to enjoy the sights of West Virginia. As the leaves are beginning to turn, one national park representative estimates that this year will be the busiest so far. Dave Bieri, District Supervisor at New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, said that many travelers already called to ask about the fall foliage. “We're also just starting into the Gauley Season, so that brings a lot of people out, especially on the weekends,” Bieri said. In addition to whitewater rafting on the Gauley River, there are numerous fall festivals and other activities taking place throughout the state.  Visit www.wvtourism.com/seasons/fall to sign up for weekly fall foliage updates and find scenic drives and other seasonal activities and events in Almost Heaven. Read more: https://www.wboy.com/wv-outdoors/fall-activities-attracting-more-tourists-to-west-virginia-than-ever/   #2 – From THE GAZETTE-MAIL –  Before becoming a self-described “West Virginian by choice,” having spent half his 85 years living and working in his home and studio atop a remote Hardy County ridgetop, nationally recognized artist Robert Singleton arrived at his West Virginian homesite by chance. Singleton is the subject of a new film, “House in the Clouds: The Artistic Life of Robert Singleton,” that tells the story of what inspired him to return to his studio and resume an art career. The film also details the artist's progression from conventional imagery to award-winning abstract expression, and on to “light paintings” and ethereal, mystical horizon lines and clouds, depicting the meeting space between heaven and earth. “One day I went for a walk with my dog and found a clearing in the forest where I laid down and looked up at the sky, and went to sleep. When I woke up, my depression was gone.” SIngleton had discovered what he wanted to paint: clouds. “They're all about capturing light,” he said, “and no two are the same.” Read more: https://www.wvgazettemail.com/news/acclaimed-hardy-county-artist-subject-of-new-documentary/article_22f16619-1338-5ded-8531-fde36b21d1ed.html   #3 – From MY BUCKHANNON – September is National Voter Registration Month. All eligible West Virginia residents are encouraged to register to vote or, if already registered, verify that their information is updated and accurate. Since January 2017, West Virginia Secretary of State Mac Warner and his staff have worked closely with the county clerks to register 333,575 eligible citizens to vote. Of that number, more than 100,000 have been eligible high school students – many of whom will vote for the first time in the upcoming May 2024 Primary Election. According to Warner, those voters who change their name or get married and assume their spouse's last name are required to update their voter registration. Those voters who have moved their residence since the last election or who may have a new address because of the remapping of the state's 911 system should also update their voter registration. To register or update your voter registration, visit the Secretary of State's secure election website at GoVoteWV.com. Read more: https://www.mybuckhannon.com/nearly-50-voter-registration-drives-scheduled-to-take-place-throughout-w-va-in-september/?fbclid=IwAR3YN1BEsjL9KsGtVJ31Bf_Ac08n08HrkFciyo9Z-0m_hhIj4IRetT8fju0_aem_AQRJrQmbAA6ov-M4V03U3Ky-_ABNQxBJjqCgccMNc5WukY2_HriLTv3PQVHPdB6YAv4   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.

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Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Thursday, Aug. 24  Learn how the power of effective communication can improve your business relations…All aboard! Fall is just around the corner and it's time for scenic leaf-peeping train rides…and enjoy a 2-night glamping and whitewater rafting trip on the Gauley…on today's daily304. #1 – From 3 STEPS 2 STARTUP –  National Professional Speakers Day celebrates the power of effective communication and its profound impact on businesses. This occasion provides us with an opportunity to explore how embracing the art of public speaking can revolutionize your approach to networking, promoting your business, and delivering an impressive elevator pitch.  By honing your speaking skills, you can connect with potential clients, build lasting relationships, and ultimately take your business to new heights. 3 Steps 2 Startup offers practical tips to help you become an efficient and impactful speaker. Learn how to craft an effective elevator pitch and more.  Read more: https://3steps2startup.com/2023/08/08/national-professional-speakers-day-elevate-your-business-communication/   #2 – From A-Z ANIMALS –  Take a video tour on the Autumn Colors Express, a spectacular train journey that offers a front-row seat to one of nature's most breathtaking shows! The rail excursion winds through the stunning landscapes of West Virginia, showcasing the region's vibrant autumn foliage in all its glory. Interested in a fall leaf peeping excursion in Almost Heaven? Several scenic trains operate in West Virginia, including Cass Scenic Railroad, the Potomac Eagle, and more. Visit www.mountainrailwv.com or www.potomaceagle.com to learn more. Read more: https://a-z-animals.com/blog/this-is-what-its-like-to-spend-2-days-on-a-private-train-in-america/   #3 – From TRAVEL AWAITS – There's nothing like relaxing in a hot tub and then enjoying a gourmet dinner after a long day of world-class whitewater rafting. Yes, you read that correctly: Whitewater rafting and luxury camping. Adventures on the Gorge offers the 2-day Deluxe Gauley River Overnight in September and October, during what's known as the Gauley Season. During that time, a 25-mile stretch of the Gauley River features approximately 100 rapids — including several Class V rapids. In addition to two days of rafting, the package includes one night of camping at the resort's permanent Canyon Doors Campground, gourmet meals prepared by a chef, and soaks in a wood-fired hot tub. The campground features hot showers, bathrooms, and a large sandy beach. Visit www.adventuresonthegorge.com to learn more. Read more: https://www.travelawaits.com/2901124/deluxe-gauley-river-overnight-package-at-adventures-on-the-gorge/   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.  

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Sunday, June 25  Tudor's Biscuit World remains a staple of Appalachian cuisine and beyond…Make your fall plans now! The 2023 dates for Gauley Season have been released. WV's richest man, Marshall University President Brad D. Smith reflects on giving back to his home state…on today's daily304. #1 – From WV EXPLORER – Known for its made-from-scratch biscuit sandwiches, Tudor's Biscuit World has been a staple of Appalachian cuisine since it first opened and is one of the only fast-food chains of its size to originate in West Virginia. Elizabeth Epling, the marketing director for Tudor's, shared some facts about the growing chain, including that, in total, Tudor's has 74 locations, with its 75th opening soon in Inwood, West Virginia, spanning from the Northern Panhandle to the most southern part of the Mountain State. John Tudor, the son of founders Bill and Mae Tudor, operates most of the Huntington locations, and his son, Pat, owns a location in Lexington, Kentucky. And have you ever wondered about the names of the biscuits? Many of them are named after regular customers of the original Tudor's Biscuit World, including the Ron, Dottie, and Tootie. “When someone comes in every day, you tend to get to know that person on a first-name basis, so after a while, when Ron would come in every day for his sausage, egg, and cheese biscuit, it became second nature for the person working at the counter to say, ‘Give me a Ron' rather than a sausage, egg, and cheese,” Epling says. Read more: https://wvexplorer.com/2023/06/14/tudors-biscuit-world-west-virginia-surprising-facts/ #2 – From HERALD-DISPATCH – Every September and October, West Virginia's Gauley River features the world's best whitewater. During this time, the Summersville Dam is drawn down at 2,800 cubic feet per second by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to create close to 100 rapids, including nine Class V rapids in 26 miles. Gauley Season 2023 release dates are Sept. 8-11, 15-18, 22-25, Sept. 29-Oct. 2, and Oct. 6-8, 14-15 and 21-22. “Gauley Season is pure excitement in the whitewater rafting world,” said Roger Wilson, CEO of Adventures on the Gorge. “Rafters from all over know exactly what to expect, and they are already letting us know they will be in town for an unsurpassed experience.” Read more: https://www.herald-dispatch.com/news/dates-out-for-whitewater-rafting-on-the-gauley-river/article_47bb7aeb-4dc9-53b7-83a5-e2c7fb679507.html   #3 – From MSN – Brad Smith was six years old when a plane carrying the 1970 Marshall University football team crashed a mile from his home near campus in southern West Virginia, killing all 75 people on board. His cousins rushed to aid their dying neighbors as volunteer firefighters. “I watched the flames burn outside my window,” Smith remembers. “And then I watched this community rise from the ashes.” Smith decided to take the country roads back home to West Virginia, the place he belongs—and into the President's House at Marshall, his alma mater, which he took over in January 2022. He brought back with him a sizable fortune, accumulated over nearly four decades in business. According to Forbes' ranking of the richest person in each state, he's West Virginia's wealthiest resident, worth $700 million. The former Intuit CEO, together with his wife Alys, founded Ascend West Virginia, the remote worker program that provides financial incentives and outdoor recreation opportunities to recruit young professionals to move to West Virginia.  Read more: https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/news/how-marshall-university-president-brad-smith-became-west-virginia-s-richest-person/ar-AA1czX2x   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.

Season 3, Episode #14... An after action review of the WVKA EVENT #1 Summersville Lake/Gauley River that happened on Sunday 4/2/2023. Facebook page: Paddle N' Fin Podcast, YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Wvrapp Twitch channel:https://www.Twitch.TV/WVRapp. Twitter Page:https://www.Twitter.com/jkrappjr All are available on the above named platforms for reply and replay as well! Make sure to click subscribe, and follow us on all our social media! If you miss the stream., or are traveling, use your favorite podcast platform for our audio playback (follow up podcast on Anchor, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and more!) Https://www.anchor.fm/john-rapp Season 3 Episode #14 is all about our top finishers with interviews of the TOP 3 from Sunday's #WVKA Event on Summersville Lake. Winner Buddy Vance, 2nd Bryan A. Bostic and 3rd Mikey Holcombe will tell us what made them successful in that cold, stained and fast rising lake water. As always, raw and unfiltered, straight Talk. Rusty Hook Kayak Fishing Podcast is affiliated with these fine Businesses. If your Looking for reviews, Kayak Fishing gear, accessories or equipment or that adventure resort vacation... go check out: Payne Outdoors Feelfree Kayaks Westbrook Supply Co. West Virginia Kayak Anglers ACE Adventure Resort YakGadget ZPRO Lithium DuBro Fishing We are a proud affiliate of the Paddle N' Fin Podcast Paddle Media Group. EastPort Marina Pelican ProductsQ&A automatically added to new episodes on Spotify

In September of 2020 at Kanawha Falls in West Virginia, a river rescue at midnight occurred and was given an award and labeled the “Midnight Miracle.”  A group of 13 kayakers and rafters responded late that night to a facebook post about a lone kayak floating at the falls.  At the 2 year anniversary of the rescue, we went with the rescued kayaker when he ran the falls again for the first time since his rescue.  He and the rescue crew tell the story.   ADVERTISING SPONSORSJack's Plastic WeldingDenver Metro Area Nissan Dealers GUESTSSam DavisFelisha CoynerBrandon RichmondCorey LillyJoel Wenblad ARTILCES & VIDEOSFelicia's Facebook PostWCHS Network NewsACA Award for rescueACA Award on youtubeKanawha Falls on youtubeKanawha Falls on Google Maps  THE RIVER RADIUS PODCAST hello@theriverradius.comwww.theriverradius.comInstagramFacebook

(From 06.11.22, Segment 2) The Outdoor Guys talk whitewater rafting in this episode! North Carolina and other states in the southeast are prime areas for rafting the whitewater! Two popular places to go in West Virginia are the New River and the Gauley River. Tune in for more tips about whitewater treasures and stop by Jesse Brown's Outdoors for all of your water day items!

Governor Jim Justice lays out a plan to help hospitals and nursing homes facing hardships and staff shortages over Covid. Two are being sought in McDowell County after a body is found. A search is underway on the Gauley River for a missing kayaker. Charleston City Council remembers a councilman killed in a freak accident. Four motorists on Route 28 in Pendleton County kill 19 cattle wandering on the road and an exploding meteor over the eastern panhandle. In Sports, the Mountaineers get ready for Oklahoma. Those stories and more in today's MetroNews This Morning podcast.

Follow Jay on FacebookGo on a multiday trip with Jay & AZRAGo on a daily Moab Jett trip with JayBook a "boat operator class" at SSI with Jay Lil more about Jay:Jay's Record: 14 Grand Canyon Trips in one year Jay's goal to get 200 trips before he turned 50. Currently at 157.Famous words/quotes by Jay"Never ruin a good story with too much of the truth""Skill appreciates Skill""Stay Frosty""Go with the Flow", "Roll with the Punches"Be ADAPTABLE!IMPROVISE!Good time going! "When in doubt.....pull it out!" (when speaking about outboard motors)Don't forget that everyone's struggling somewhere/somehow. Have a little more empathy...In this episode we chat about:Jay's best bud and childhood friend Scott Solle aka  (SolGear)YASNY (YOU AIN'T SEE NOTH'N YET") ADVENTURES where he met the Blank Brothers over at Moab JettLegendary Bob Quist of Moki Mac Rumor has it that Bob Quist  (aka Hayduke) roamed around the Southwest with Ed Abbey and Ken Sleight (aka Seldom Seen)  Monkey Wrenching and playing poker together. -Shoutout to Ray's Burger Shack. Order Jay's favorite...Double chops with custom fries1988 Crown Victoria Station Wagon #vanlifeDenali Raft Adventures and Denali Outdoor CenterJay does a Shoutout to the Gauley River. where he ventured twice. First time in 2008 and second in 2018. Mountain River Tours aka Class 6 Shoutout to Glen Goodrich on the Youghiogheny River6 mile slot canyon in AlaskaAzra bought Moki Mac in 2012. Clair (one of the Quist brothers) still does trips for AzraOARS bought Moki Mac Green River in 2012. Bob & Barbara Quist decided to buy a motorhome and travel the world.Jay's advice for guides that want to become a Grand Canyon River Guide:Take care of yourselfWork as a team (save your back!)Don't bite off the biggest piece of the pie (stick to your duties and don't overdo it)Durability and LongevityJay does a shoutout to boatwoman that have influenced him. Girls that "get it done" :Margeux Besterd, Connie Tibbits, Pam Quist (Clair's wife), & Alex TheveninShoutout to EddyLine WeldingSome photos of what it's like to be on a trip with Jay. Photo by David Zickl

Mona Mesereau, husband Tom and family have explored at least 75 of America's national parks and monuments. Mona shares history, tales, tips and the joys of family travels, exploring the U.S.A.'s precious public parks system.-- "America's Best Idea"- Mona shares the history of our National Parks, starting with the oldest, Yellowstone. -- Lea shares some of her park experiences including sunrise at Acadia; a drive around southern Utah parks; the blue water of Crater Lake; dawn at Zabriski Point in Death Valley; Denali in Alaska; Dry Tortugas, 99% underwater -- "ya have to want to get there," on a catamaran from Key West; birds of the Everglades, "brightened my mood, pumped me up,"says Mona; Gateway Arch in St. Louis; popular Great Smoky Mountains, "near the salt and pepper museum"; Hawaii Volcanos National Park, sometimes active; Joshua Tree (really bushes and surreal boulders; Kenai Fjords, "whole bunches of bears"; Painted Desert, spectacular colors; Yosemite, stayed at the historic lodge, the waterfalls.-- Mona tells of pleasures including Great Smoky National Park -- "a bear jam"; and Grand Teton in Wyoming, catching trout.-- Mona recommends going off-course, a balance between planning and wandering, and using guides and tours; Grand Canyon, Lake Powell/Glen Canyon, veering off to Wupatki National Monument; reservations for lodges, and the benefits of shoulder season. -- On Mona's 50th birthday, she details a magnificent day at the bottom of the Grand Canyon, exploring the back country. -- She reminds us to protect our parks 'these are our houses in nature"; pick up trash, make purchases, get National Park passports. -- Mona says take lots of photographs; great lodges and the beauty of the parks remain much the same. -- Leave crowds behind, there are plenty of trails, "I've seen Old Faithful erupt at midnight"; solitude of Glacier National Park -- "a chance to think."-- Lesser known parks: beyond ruins at Mesa Verde, Canyon de Chelly; Eastern Parks? New River, the newest National Parks in West Virginia; Gauley River nearby, to raft; Harpers Ferry.-- Mona's most memorable experience, at "the American Serengeti" in Yellowstone_____Mona Mesereau, editor and executive, launched Mesereau Travel Public Relations with her husband Tom, marketing executive and former magazine editor. www.mesereaupr.com; (@monasays) / Twitter; Mona McCoy Mesereau/ Facebook._____Podcast host Lea Lane has traveled to over 100 countries, written eight travel books, including Places I Remember, and contributed to dozens of guidebooks. She's @lealane on Twitter and blogs about travel at forbes.com Contact her at placesirememberlealane.com_____Please subscribe and leave a quick review! New travel episodes every Tuesday, wherever you listen.

In this episode, I’ll be talking with local business owner Heather Johnson about the perfect day of outdoor adventure in Fayetteville, West Virginia. You may or may not know this, but Fayetteville has some of the best rafting in the United States. The town of Fayetteville has been named best Rivertown in 2013 by Blue Ridge Outdoor Magazine, and one of the 2006 Top 10 Coolest Small Towns in America by Budget Travel Magazine. Today’s episode is going to be a little bit of a unique one because it’s entirely possible to have an incredible day of outdoor adventure at River Expeditions without ever even leaving their campus. But don’t worry, we’ll still touch on some of the local spots in town that are not to be missed! Join Heather and me as we tackle rafting trips down the New River and the Gauley River, explore the surrounding neighborhood, and wrap up our day in one of the best ways possible!   About Heather Johnson Check out Heather’s Company – River Expeditions Heather is a native West Virginian who co-owns, along with her husband, an adventure outfitter business that primarily focuses on rafting trips, known as River Expeditions. She’s a second-generation rafting outfitter, who’s been in the business for 24 years.   What We Cover in This Episode The best time of year to visit Fayetteville, West Virginia.  The difference between the three distinct whitewater rafting seasons in West Virginia. A West Virginia river that people come from all around the globe to raft. What a multi-day rafting trip in West Virginia is like. All of the other activities you can do in town, beyond rafting. What a full day rafting trip in West Virginia is like. Jump rock, threading the needle & surfing the rapids! The number one thing that leads to a successful day on the rapids. The best places to get a meal in Fayetteville, WV. Where to go for all of the best hiking, mountain biking, and climbing route recommendations in Fayetteville. One Fayetteville, WV spot that’s not to be missed. What makes River Expeditions stand apart from the competition. The best way to unwind after a long day of rafting.   Quotables [River Expeditions runs] the Gauley River, which is world-class. So people come from literally all around the globe to experience the whitewater from the Gauley River. I would encourage everybody just to give it a try. Start off with the low impact, gentle float trip. And, yeah, if you like that you can work your way up to the whitewater We end up beneath the world-famous New River Gorge Bridge, and you can’t beat that for spectacular scenery and just the all inspiring views that you’ll see in the Gorge. Everything’s more fun in a 55 passenger bus. [West Viriginia] was once known as America’s Best Kept Secret. We don’t want it to be secret anymore.   Links to Places Mentioned in this Episode Where to Stay in Fayetteville, West Virginia: River Expeditions Fayetteville, West Virginia Outdoor Destinations Mentioned: The Gauley River & The New River New River Gorge Bridge New River Gorge Visitor Center – Canyon Rim Location Long Point Trail Endless Wall Trail River Expeditions Non-Rafting Adventure Partners & Resources – including Paddleboarding, Rock Climbing, Paintball, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Fishing, Mountain Biking, ATV Tours, Zipline & Canopy Tours! Fayetteville, West Virginia Area Destinations Mentioned: Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine (Accidentally named the “Berkeley Coal Mine Exhibit” in the episode by me.) The Mystery Hole Fayetteville, West Virginia Restaurants Mentioned: Cathedral Cafe & Book Store Red Dog River Saloon & Grill Pies & Pints Secret Sandwich Society Bridge Brew Works   Thanks for Listening! We love our listeners! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a comment below and let me know about your favorite part!If you’ve been enjoying the show, please also consider leaving me a review in Apple Podcasts. It’s super easy; click here and go to “ratings and reviews.” I read and appreciate every single one! Each review helps new listeners find the podcast. Thank you!!Follow Cinders Travels on Facebook or Instagram for Locals Know Best updates. 

Hashtag 59's Season 3 Podcast is 50 Episodes long and each episode will provide SIX outdoor adventures in each of the US's 50 states. We are doing these episodes in ABC Order of the states and episode forty-eight is West Virginia. The goal is to give you ideas and opportunities to experience outdoor adventure anywhere and everywhere in the United States of America. Here's our list for West Virginia: 1. Go white-water rafting on the New & Gauley Rivers: White water rafting is one of the top things to do in West Virginia because there are world-class rapids. The New River features the Upper New, suitable for beginners, and the Lower New, with Class IV rapids that take you past the New River Gorge Bridge. The Gauley River is one of the most popular for experienced rafters, with Class V rapids and the nickname the "Beast of the East." Rapids are most intense here in the fall. 2. Visit Coopers Rock State Forest: Coopers Rock State Forest is named for Coopers Rock, a series of sandstone cliffs above the Cheat River Gorge. Legend has it that a fugitive hid near what is now the overlook. A cooper by trade, he continued to make and sell barrels from his mountain hideout. The forest proper was established in 1936. Many of its structures, including the main overlook, picnic shelters and superintendent’s house, were built by the Civilian Conservation Corps during the Great Depression. Eleven of these structures have been listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Coopers Rock State Forest Loop is one of the most popular trails at 4.8 mile loop trail 3. Bridge Day on New River Gorge: Bridge Day began in 1980 to commemorate the completion of the picturesque bridge over the New River Gorge. There were 5 BASE jumpers that year. Now, every 3rd Saturday in October, at the peak of the vibrant fall foliage, hundreds come to leap. There are often more than 800 jumps. 4. Climb the East Coast’s Most Remote Peak. The only “true peak” on the East Coast that’s accessible only by rock climbing, Seneca Rocks is an automatic must for climbers. But just because you can’t hit the peak without climbing doesn’t mean you can’t get up high for some amazing views. The hike up the jagged fins of the rock ledges is steep but surprisingly easy, with plenty of rest stops 5. Mountain Bike one of the most rare rated trails in the world. One of only a handful of trails in the world to be awarded “Epic” distinction by the International Mountain Biking Association for its jaw-dropping beauty, the 25-mile North Fork Mountain Trail traces backcountry ridges overlooking the wonder of Seneca Rocks. But it is not for faint of heart. There are no exit points along the rugged route, and no water stops, either. So you have to come prepared— but it’s worth it for one of the most amazing treks of your life. 6. Reach Eagles Level. Our state is full of amazing hikes, but the hike to Hanging Rock Raptor Observatory brings you eye-level with majestic hawks, falcons and eagles as they soar. The old lookout tower on the mountaintop is now one of the nation’s premier outlooks for birds of prey. But the view itself is reward enough: the rolling green mountains seem to stretch out infinitely beneath you before fading into the fog. Thanks for listening to Season 3 of our podcast featuring all 50 US States and some of each state's unique and hopefully lesser known to you Outdoor Adventures. This episode featured the state of West Virginia. Subscribe to our podcast if you enjoy what you hear and if you feel so inclined to leave a review we would be grateful. Check out www.Hashtag59.com for our old podcast seasons, hundreds of blogs, & outdoor events/team outings info.

Waterbound is an informal discussion of Whitewater & Beer in the Southeast. In this episode, Linc & Ted discuss the Gauley River located in West Virginia. Enjoy!

Extreme-sports athlete Lonnie Bedwell is a National Geographic 2015 Adventurer of the Year. He has kayaked some of the most challenging whitewater in the world and is responsible for first blind descents of Africa’s fabled Zambezi River and West Virginia’s world-renowned Gauley River. Lonnie is best known for his first descent of the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon — an effort successfully completed during 2013 as part of a team of boaters assembled by Team River Runner. A command performance in the Grand Canyon in 2014 resulted in the Adventurer of the Year nomination. A former Navy Petty Officer, Lonnie was critically injured during 1997 in a hunting accident that instantly took his sight. Nevertheless, he raised three daughters as a single father, teaching them all to hunt and fish — and, against all odds, to drive. Once the girls graduated from high school, Lonnie continued to challenge himself, ultimately becoming a renowned extreme sports athlete. When the threshold for running the Grand Canyon was placed at 1,000 kayak rolls, he took his donated kayak to the pond on his farm and rolled it 1,500 times. The rest is history. Lonnie has climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro, summited several of North America’s highest mountains, rock climbs, and is an avid downhill skier when he has time away from roofing work in his hometown of Duggar, IN. Lonnie’s mission is to motivate and inspire others to embrace life with confidence and courage. Lonnie is dedicated to helping veterans and many others enjoy full lives and while he is an advocate for the blind, blindness does not define either him or his efforts on behalf of others. Lonnie has appeared on The Today Show and Steve Harvey and has been featured in countless publications. He’s the author of the award-winning book 226 (the length in miles of the Colorado River stretch through the Grand Canyon) and shares his passion for life and adventure with audiences around the country.

This week on the Charleston Gazette-Mail’s Mountain State Morning, we’re talking about Gov. Jim Justice’s appointments onto the West Virginia Supreme Court and a statue and scholarship unveiled this weekend honoring scientist Katherine Johnson. Finally, we sit down with outdoors reporter John McCoy to preview this year’s whitewater rafting season.

Mary Brent Galyean is an expedition chef. She cooks some of the tastiest dishes you'll ever eat in places that very few people have ever been. Chef MB does it all without electricity and running water, and I had the wonderful opportunity to taste this five star cuisine on the Gauley River in West Virginia. Courses included but were not limited to lamb sliders, salmon and acorn squash poached in spiced honey, and the crowd favorite sweet potato and red apple au gratin. To purchase a MtnMeister t-shirt, go here - https://gumroad.com/l/QiebU To receive 20% off our sponsor, Big Agnes, use the code "meister" at checkout here - https://www.bigagnes.com/   

Mary Brent Galyean is an expedition chef. She cooks some of the tastiest dishes you’ll ever eat in places that very few people have ever been. MB does it all without electricity and running water, and I had the wonderful opportunity to taste this five star cuisine on the Gauley River in West Virginia. Courses included but were not limited to lamb sliders, salmon and acorn squash poached in spiced honey, and the crowd favorite sweet potato and red apple au gratin.

If you are base jumping from Victoria Falls, kayaking through the Gauley River’s Lost Paddle Rapids, climbing up Nanga Parbat’s Rupal Face, or jumping a Segway over the Snake River Canyon; have we go the listening companion for you. In this week’s episodeof All Purpose Cleaner we discuss Daredevils and learn why: John takes out […]

Matt Solomon hosts this episode and discusses the World Cup of Freestyle that took place this fall. There are also two seperate interviews: The first is Ken Hoeve with Andrew Holcombe in a discussion about life, paddling, and family, prior to Andrew's making the US Freestyle Kayak Team. The second is Matt Solomon and Jonathan Danz talking about the Gauley River, rafting, and Gauley Festival. Special thanks to Wildwater for allowing Dagger access to Mason's Branch to give out food and beverages on Saturday of Gauley Fest. Video episode. ~ film/edit: Matt Solomon ~ music: DJ Angryfish ~ special thanks to: AW, Wildwater Expeditions