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Exploring Native American Influences in Appalachian Traditions and Cuisine
By Larry Jent, Appalachian Forest National Heritage AreaThe Appalachian Forest National Heritage Area (AFNHA) is celebrating America 250 with Indigenous Appalachia events, recognizing Native peoples who…
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Thoughts From Our President: July 2024
By Marilyn ShoenfeldThe West Virginia Highlands Conservancy has had a busy month—writing and submitting comments on issues of environmental significance, working with our…
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The Alliance for Appalachia Takes on Washington, D.C.
By Andrew YoungOn June 11-14, The Alliance for Appalachia united in Washington, D.C., to demand environmental justice for Appalachia. Appalachians aged eight…
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Mark Your Calendars for WVHC’s 2024 Fall Review
West Virginia Highlands Conservation Efforts: Exploring the Past and Present to Build a Sustainable Future | Oct. 18 – 19 at Cacapon Resort…
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How to Make Your Home Energy Efficient
In passing the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), the United States Congress made the largest investment in clean energy ever. This historic legislation is projected to invest almost…
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West Virginia Mountain Odyssey Upcoming Events
Bird Walk and Banding Demo + Old Hemlock Farmhouse Tour, July 14: Spend the morning with us at the Old Hemlock property in Preston County for a bird…
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WVDNR Launches Hellbender, Mudpuppy Citizen Science Survey
ANGLERS, MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC ARE ENCOURAGED TO REPORT OBSERVATIONS USING THE SURVEY123 APP.In an…
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Letter to the Editor
Dear Editor,I attended the recent Open House regarding the Monongahela National Forest’s Draft Deer Creek…
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Cheat Fest: A Celebration of West Virginia Community, Camaraderie, and Conservation Efforts
By Crys BauerEarly in May, staff and board members from the West Virginia Highlands…
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Finally, New Federal PFAS Rules Are Issued
By Luanne McGovernIf you ever needed another reason to be glad that Joe Biden is President – it is the new federal rules…
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