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This post was originally published on this siteWhat once began with only 5 carved pumpkins in 1978 has now grown into a one-of-a-kind event complete with over 3,000 glowing jack-o’-lanterns. The Pumpkin House in Kenova has become a nationwide sensation and welcomes more than 30,000 visitors each season! Each year, more and more guests flock to The Pumpkin House to see all of the uniquely hand-carved creations that line every inch of this Victorian-style home. Catch this spectacular display for yourself from October 27-November 2, 2023. Attend the Ceredo-Kenova AutumnFest to find the Pumpkin House at the center of the festivities. Celebrate the Halloween season with a parade, arts and craft fair, food trucks, live music, pageants, car show, face painting, petting zoo and the list goes on! While You’re There While in the area, explore all the tasty restaurants and unique shops lining downtown Huntington. For an extra special treat, stop by Austin’s Homemade Ice Cream to make the impossible choice between countless flavors of milkshakes, cones, sundaes, slushies, smoothies and more. Are you looking to turn your day visit into an extended stay? Cozy up in a rustic, personal cabin at Beech Fork State Park. Keep up with

This post was originally published on this siteWest Virginia is known for its calming nature and beautiful landscapes, but legend has it that there have been several monster and cryptid sightings within the state’s rolling hills. Whether you are a firm believer in cryptids or just a fan, you will enjoy driving to these towns and listening to the stories the locals have to share. With Halloween approaching, you may even see some costumes inspired by these mythical Mountain State monsters! Pack your car and bring all your friends for the ultimate spooky crypids road trip. This is your guide to following the footprints of some of Almost Heaven’s most mysterious monsters. The Mothman The man, the moth, the legend. The Mothman is perhaps the most well-known cryptid in West Virginia. He has become a global sensation, earning recognition from major publications like Thrillest and others for his mysterious traits. Many sightings were reported in the town of Point Pleasant during the mid and late 1960s. On November 15, 1966, two young couples in Point Pleasant reported seeing a large, man-sized creature with wings and glowing red eyes. They claimed that the creature followed their vehicle as they left the

This post was originally published on this siteThis October has brought some of the best fall colors that Almost Heaven has ever seen, and there is still some time to find some vibrant reds, oranges and yellows near you. Your fall edition #AlmostHeaven photos wouldn’t be the same without all those peak colors as your backdrop. Be in the leaf-peeping loop with the help of our Live Leaf Map! Whether you are looking for charming waterfalls, serene hiking trails or scenic spots, you will find plenty of peak fall foliage at these West Virginia destinations. Northern Panhandle With various charming towns within an hour’s drive from Pittsburgh, the Northern Panhandle is a great destination to see peak fall foliage. Oglebay Park has both arboretum walking paths and unpaved hiking trails, so there is a scenic stroll for everybody. One of the most scenic trails is the Falls Vista Trail in Wheeling Park, which is just 0.8 miles out and back and leads to Oglebay Falls. There are plenty of turning sugar maples, birch and American Beech surrounding the trail’s waterfalls. Mark your visit to the cascades on the West Virginia Waterfall Trail for a chance to win exclusive West Virginia prizes.

This post was originally published on this siteThe 2023 fall turkey season is here in the Mountain State. West Virginia is one of the most forested states in the United States, which makes this a hotspot for game birds like wild turkeys. These birds are known for their stealthy behavior and keen senses, so this season will test your hunting skills and patience. With all the essential gear and knowing the best tactics, you will set yourself up for what is hopefully a successful fall turkey hunting season in Almost Heaven. You can purchase your hunting license from the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources at WVhunt.com. Here is your guide to fall turkey hunting in West Virginia. West Virginia’s Split Fall Turkey Season by Week One-Week Counties (Oct. 14-22) All 55 counties Two-Week Counties (Oct. 30 to Nov. 5) Brooke Hancock Harrison Jackson Jefferson Marion Marshall Mason Monongalia Ohio Pleasants Preston Putnam Taylor Tyler Upshur Wirt Wood Four-Week Counties (Oct. 30 to Nov. 19) Berkeley Grant Greenbrier Hampshire Hardy Mineral Monroe Morgan Nicholas Pendleton Pocahontas Randolph Tucker Webster Fall Turkey Season Rules Wild turkey may be hunted using shotguns, rifles, air rifles .22 caliber or larger, handguns, muzzleloaders, bows