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This post was originally published on this site In West Virginia, New Year means new adventures! Whether you have written your New Year’s resolutions in stone or you’re just going with the flow, the Mountain State has plenty of opportunities to get you and your family in the Almost Heaven spirit. Let 2024 be your year to grow closer to the Mountain State and discover these four thrilling adventures this season. Snowy Sled Run Davis, West Virginia Home to the longest sled run found on the East Coast, Blackwater Falls State Park in Davis is where hills and thrills make the best memories! Blaze down a steep quarter-mile-long slope, and you can easily return to the top by taking the “wonder carpet,” which only takes about five minutes to get you back to the peak. While you’re here, be sure to capture your #AlmostHeaven swing selfie by the majestic Blackwater Falls, which is also a part of the West Virginia Waterfall Trail. Snow Sports at Canaan Valley Resort Davis, West Virginia Canaan Valley Resort State Park boasts surreal beauty and top-tier slopes for skiing, snowboarding and tubing. Explore nearly fifty trails and enjoy hitting the slopes – no matter how

This post was originally published on this siteAs winter gracefully wraps its cool embrace around Indian River County, the Sunshine State transforms into a haven of warmth and wonder, swapping snowflakes with warmer sands and winter jackets for casual t-shirts. From serene nature escapes to festive community events and cultural experiences, our warm winters offer an escape from the cold and a vacation destination like no other. Let’s explore the “winter” activities that await you in Indian River County. Birding in our Outdoor Escapes For bird enthusiasts, winder is the perfect season to visit Pelican Island, the nations first National Wildlife Refuge, Blue Cypress Lake, and the Oslo Riverfront Conservation Area. Here, you can witness migratory birds in their natural habitats, from majestic Pelicans to elegant Egrets, Herons, and Roseate Spoonbills. To explore some of these areas, consider taking a boat or airboat tour to see the different and unique perspectives these areas have to offer. Fishing Excursions Winter is an excellent time for fishing along the Indian River. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or a beginner, the county offers various opportunities for a day or two of casting lines and enjoying the bounty of the sea, Lagoon, or beautiful

This post was originally published on this siteWe hope you plan to embark on a snowy hike or have the urge to dust off your favorite snowboard, but there are also other adventures to add to your winter bucket list. You will be pleasantly surprised by these unique ways to get outside this season. From soaring snowy skies on a zipline to walking across the longest single-arch bridge in the Western Hemisphere, Almost Heaven has memories ready for you to claim as your own. Here are four unexpected winter activities that are a must-try in Almost Heaven. Ziplining Ziplining in West Virginia is an adventure you will always remember. You will get a birds-eye view of the State’s most mountainous regions – which have landscapes that are harder to see during the summer. At the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, Adventures on the Gorge has its TreeTops course that lets you soar through the skies on zips ranging from 180 to 640 feet in length. You’ll also walk across four sky bridges and drop down a 35-foot rappel. For even more New River Gorge expeditions, ACE Adventure Resort reveals unobstructed views of the New River Gorge. Canopy tour