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July’s Wild Edible: Northern Dewberry

For several reasons, the northern dewberry is often overlooked as a summer berry in the Blue Ridge.

Hardy County’s Fall Festivals: Where Heritage Comes Home

There’s no better time to visit Hardy County, West Virginia, than fall—when the leaves blaze with color, the mountain air turns crisp, and small towns open their doors in celebration.

Holiday Magic Shines Across Lexington and Rockbridge County, VA

From the cobblestone streets of Lexington to the riverside trails of Buena Vista and the majestic wonders of Natural Bridge, this part of the Shenandoah Valley comes alive with the sights, sounds, and tastes of the holiday season.

October’s Mountain Wildflower: Butter-and-Eggs

Originally a native of Asia, butter-and-eggs (Linaria vulgaris) was introduced into the United States by way of Europe and can now be found in temperate zones throughout the world.

August’s Mountain Wildflower: Turk’s Cap Lily

Its species name of superbum means “superb” and is an acknowledgment of the plant’s glamour and charm.

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Northern Dewberry growing in Botetourt County, Virginia.

July’s Wild Edible: Northern Dewberry

For several reasons, the northern dewberry is often overlooked as a summer berry in the Blue Ridge.
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Hardy County’s Fall Festivals: Where Heritage Comes Home

There’s no better time to visit Hardy County, West Virginia, than fall—when the leaves blaze with color, the mountain air turns crisp, and small towns open their doors in celebration.
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Holiday Magic Shines Across Lexington and Rockbridge County, VA

From the cobblestone streets of Lexington to the riverside trails of Buena Vista and the majestic wonders of Natural Bridge, this part of the Shenandoah Valley comes alive with the sights, sounds, and tastes of the holiday season.
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October’s Mountain Wildflower: Butter-and-Eggs

Originally a native of Asia, butter-and-eggs (Linaria vulgaris) was introduced into the United States by way of Europe and can now be found in temperate zones throughout the world.
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August’s Mountain Wildflower: Turk’s Cap Lily

Its species name of superbum means “superb” and is an acknowledgment of the plant’s glamour and charm.
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At Coopers Rock State Forest, new Stargazer cabins invite guests to look up through skylights and telescopes.
Country Roads

Even Closer to Almost Heaven

New Stargazer cabins at Coopers Rock State Forest offer a skyward escape in the mountains of West Virginia.

June 29, 2026
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Country Roads

A Mountain Tradition Turns 90 

Visitors flock to Galax, Virginia, each summer for the Old Fiddlers’ Convention, a days-long celebration of Appalachian music.

June 29, 2026
Synchronous Fireflies
Creature Feature

The Light Fantastic

Fireflies are struggling with the effects of artificial light.

June 29, 2026

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