Tag Archives: hiking
Building trails or rafting at ACE Adventure Resort in West Virginia, rain or shine, adventure vacations are a state of mind. Continue reading →
Valentine’s Day lurks just two weeks away and, like most people, there’s a good chance that you haven’t given much thought or are having trouble deciding on something to make this year’s Valentine’s Day special. We can just feel the anxiety ratchet up a notch as you read this. Don’t worry, ACE Adventure Resort is here to help. Continue reading →
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The New River Gorge is just as fun in the winter as it is in the summer. What? You think we’re pulling your leg? Well, gather round the crackling fire on this cold January day and listen close, my friends, for here are just five things you can do that are awesome: Continue reading →
Those of you who’ve rafted beneath the bridge know how spectacular the view can be from other vantage points. Here’s the insider information on the best ways to the see the New River Gorge Bridge. Continue reading →
During the summer, days off come around as often as a blue moon. A guide who isn’t scheduled on the river that day will talk to a manager and try to pick up an extra trip, a canopy tour or some hours helping repair rafts in the boat building. There’s always Read more.
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As most of you who work know, it’s a little tough to squeeze in a good walk after 5 p.m., so I really don’t try to get out until there is a little more evening sunlight. So with the clock springing forward one hour, my hiking season officially Read more.
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I’m planning our first family vacation and I find myself running into a brick wall: What can we do with our 18-month-old toddler that involves minimum tantrums? Continue reading →
Have you ever been to ACE in the winter? Our cabin rentals are very popular, especially with our off-season specials. When the stress of the real world gets to you, why not come on over and rent a cabin, soak in your own hot tub and enjoy a different side of ACE? You’ll see what many people never see: the beauty and tranquility of the winter months. Continue reading →
Bird Nerds, Botanists, Nature Lovers, and those just seeking serenity will be pleased to hear the New River Birding and Nature Festival will return April 26 — May 1 this year. Continue reading →
I was out mapping the Thurmond-Minden Trail the other day and discovered the rock formation known as McKinley Rock. The National Park Service must have cleaned it up because, a few years back, it was covered in vines to the point it was unrecognizable. The story …? Sept 6th, 1901 …
