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The rich history of Marion County and the state of West Virginia is waiting to be discovered at this year’s Mountain State History Expo at the Marion County Courthouse! Get details about this and other March events in the link in our profile. #wvhistory #GoToWV #mymarionwv
March 7, 2018
Learn skills that early American frontiersmen used to survive at School of the Longhunter, happening April 5-8 at @prickettsfort State Park. Make sure you register in advance – space is limited! Call 304.363.3030 #frontierlife #mymarionwv #GoToWV
March 3, 2018
We find that reflecting on the past is the best way to prepare for the future. Learn more about WV history during the upcoming Mountaineer History Expo- link in our profile. #wvhistory #MarionCounty #mymarionwv #GoToWV
March 2, 2018
When new technology meets old! West Augusta Historical Society #Mannington #GoToWV #history #mymarionwv
February 26, 2018
We may grow up but the wonder of WV never grows old! ️ #almostheaven #GoToWV #findyourpark #mymarionwv #WV
February 15, 2018
Even if antique firearms aren’t your thing, the rich history of these fine products can be appreciated by everyone during the Pricketts Fort 18th Century Firearms and Accoutrements Show. Follow the link in our profile to learn more about the show. #frontierlife #GoToWV #mymarionwv #WVhistory
February 13, 2018
With vendors specializing in crafting 18th-century contemporary items such as rifles, gunpowder horns, knives, tomahawks and decorative leather pouches, the @prickettsfort Firearms & Accoutrements Show is must for history enthusiasts. Show details in our profile. #GoToWV #mymarionwv #frontierlife #18thcentury
February 5, 2018
Looks like Marion County is sporting a new coat today! ️ #snow #winter #GoToWV #almostheaven #mymarionwv
January 25, 2018
Happy New Year! What was your favorite Marion County memory of 2017? #NewYear #mymarionwv #GoToWV
December 31, 2017
Life before Google Glass! There are lots of great treasures to explore at the Wilson School Museum in Mannington. Have you been? #history #museum #mymarionwv #GoToWV
November 16, 2017
From soap making to dipping candles, getting a fort ready for the winter is hard work. Today watch how candles were made on the frontier at Pricketts Fort. #frontierlife #GoToWV #findyourpark #mymarionwv
October 28, 2017
What did the settlers learn from the Native Americans? Get a peek into history today during the interactive & hands-on lessons at @prickettsfort. #frontierlife #nativeamerican #GoToWV #findyourpark #mymarionwv
October 22, 2017
Thanks goes to Samuel Elliott for capturing the perfect ending to a perfect day! #redskyatnight #almostheaven #Mannington #mymarionwv #GoToWV
October 21, 2017
Learn the other side of the frontier tale during Native American Weekend at @prickettsfort. #frontierlife #nativeamerican #GoToWV #mymarionwv #findyourpark
October 21, 2017
Great article about @prickettsfort in the November issue of Wonderful West Virginia Magazine. When’s the last time you visited the Fort? #GoToWV #frontierlife #mymarionwv
October 19, 2017
Little wonders are hidden all around town. What’s your favorite secret spot in Marion County? #mymarionwv #explore #gotowv
October 16, 2017
This year, why not celebrate National Country Inn Bed and Breakfast Day by choosing one of West Virginia’s finest rural retreats and enjoy a relaxing weekend getaway. What’s stopping you? The link in our profile has details about our local B&Bs. #bedandbreakfast #weekendretreat #WV #GoToWV #AlmostHeaven #Mannington #mymarionwv
October 5, 2017
The rules have changed, but the beauty of these falls never will! Thanks, Region VI Workforce Investment Board for sharing some old pics with us. #ValleyFalls #findyourpark #AlmostHeaven #GoToWV #1994 #noswimming
September 15, 2017
Excited to discover that I am included in Candace Nelson’s recent book, “The West Virginia Pepperoni Roll”! Pick up your copy at Kerri’s Korner Bookstore. #shoplocal #bookstore #pepperoniroll #GoToWV #mymarionwv #WV
September 14, 2017
September brings movies, mud bogs, disc golf & lots of live music to Marion. Link in our profile has details about these and other awesome adventures. #familyfriendly #mymarionwv #GoToWV
September 1, 2017
Raise your hand if you live for long weekends. ️ Let us help you craft yours by following one of our regional itineraries. Link in our profile. #moonshine #wine #mead #pepperonirolls #ValleyFalls #PrickettsFort #craftbeer #GoToWV #mymarionwv #travel
August 30, 2017
Get advice from top touring disc golf professionals during the Pro Clinic at the Seth Burton Disc Golf Complex at Morris Park September 8. The link in our profile has more details. #discgolf #WVDGA #PDGA #MorrisPark #mymarionwv #GoToWV
August 29, 2017
Here’s a view that’s sure to get your Monday off to a great start! #summer #ValleyFalls #mymarionwv #HappyMonday #GoToWV #findyourpark
August 28, 2017
Marion County is proud of our two state parks and we want to extend special thanks to all who promote and maintain our state & national parks systems. We also want to wish a very Happy 101st Birthday to the National Parks Service! Check out the spectacular National Parks of the southeast. Link in our profile. How many of these parks have you visited? #findyourpark #mymarionwv #GoToWV #PrickettsFort #ValleyFalls #setourism
August 25, 2017
Changing your perspective, changes your experience. Visit #WestVirginia and change both! #Mannington #AlmostHeaven #MondayMotivation #mymarionwv #GoToWV #travel
August 14, 2017
They’re spinning tales again at Pricketts Fort! #frontierlife #mymarionwv #GoToWV
August 9, 2017
Here’s an idea to toss around on #NationalDiscGolfDay. . . register today for the WV Cup and Seth Burton Memorial Disc Golf Tournaments. Link to tournament details in our profile #discgolf #MorrisPark #WVDGA #PDGA #mymarionwv #GoToWV
August 5, 2017
The interesting thing about memories. . . you don’t even realize when you’re making them. #PrickettsFort #familyfun #memories #mymarionwv #GoToWV
August 4, 2017
You’ve spent the summer refining your technique. Now put all that hard work to the test at the upcoming WV Cup Disc Golf Tournament. Find tourney details in the link in our profile. #discgolf #MorrisPark #GoToWV #WVDGA #mymarionwv
July 28, 2017
Are you up to the challenge on #nationalicecreamday? This 9-pound banana split helps explain why @thepokydot stays in the #GoToWV “101 Unique Places to Dine in WV” guide! #icecream #mymarionwv #goodeats #summer
July 16, 2017
They don’t call them rapids for nothin’! Where’s your next Marion County adventure? #ValleyFalls #mymarionwv #GoToWV #almostheaven #findyourpark
July 14, 2017
Thanks to Valinda Loy for sharing such jaw-dropping, all-natural beauty! #AlmostHeaven #home #GoToWV #mymarionwv #sunset
July 2, 2017
What does the 18th century, a rock band and antique cars have in common? You can find them all at Pricketts Fort. Span the decades tonight when they host The Allies Band and an antique car cruise-in. #rockmusic #antiquecars #Fairmont #mymarionwv #GoToWV
June 30, 2017
Celebrate adventure, solitude and peace during #NationalCanoeDay! Where’s your favorite place to take to the water? #canoe #GoToWV #mymarionwv
June 26, 2017
The path might not always be clear. But in the end, it’s your purpose makes the journey worth it. #sundayfunday #GoToWV #wildandwonderful #mymarionwv #happytrail
June 25, 2017
If you’re driving through north-central WV and have time to stray away for half a day, Marion County is an exciting Appalachian culinary destination. Go to the link in our profile to get a taste of local flavor at 8 of our favorite foodie restaurants. #GoToWV #mymarionwv #eatlocal #goodeats
June 23, 2017
Find your ultimate unwind! #GoToWV #mymarionwv #AlmostHeaven
June 22, 2017
Happy Birthday, WV! 154, and you’re just hitting your stride! #AlmostHeaven #WV #mymarionwv #GoToWV
June 20, 2017
What a privilege to call West Virginia home! #AlmostHeaven #HomeAmongTheHills #GoToWV #mymarionwv #WV
June 19, 2017
It’s a day of smithing demonstrations at Pricketts Fort with the Appalachian Blacksmith Association. #frontierlife #AlmostHeaven #GoToWV #mymarionwv #blacksmith
June 17, 2017
Morning coffee and Valley Falls – a match made in #AlmostHeaven! ️ #GoToWV #mymarionwv #findyourpark
June 15, 2017
Fun times on the frontier with Colonial Kids Games at @PrickettsFort. Every Wednesday in June. #frontierlife #familyfun #kidsgames #mymarionwv #GoToWV
June 14, 2017
What’s better than the scent of freshly baked bread? Freshly baked #pepperonirolls – West Virginia’s state food! Just one, and you’ll feel like you are in #AlmostHeaven! #GoToWV #mymarionwv #CCB #WV #italyinappalachia
June 4, 2017
Hike. Bike. Run. Walk. Stroll. No matter how you use our trails, we hope you got out and enjoyed them on #NationalTrailsDay! #AlmostHeaven #GoToWV #mcparc #mymarionwv
June 3, 2017
Sometimes you just need to see things from a different perspective! Thanks Lindsay Garrett for this fabulous aerial view of #ValleyFalls. It’s easy to see why #WV is #AlmostHeaven! #mymarionwv #GoToWV #findyourpark
June 3, 2017
June ushers in the official start of summer! The link in our profile will give you some unique ways to enjoy the great outdoors, hear some celebrated Appalachian tunes and be a tourist in your own backyard. #summer #mymarionwv #GoToWV #Appalachia #PrickettsFort #SplashPark #discgolf
May 30, 2017
If you love mountain music, you might just owe it to Patty. Come celebrate her legacy at PattyFest this Saturday at East Fairmont High School starting at 9:00 am. #Appalachianmusic #dulcimer #GoToWV #vandaliawinner #folklife #mymarionwv
May 30, 2017
Watch the process from sheep to shawl this weekend at Pricketts Fort. It starts with the shearing of the sheep and ends with a hand crafted shawl to be raffled on WV Day. #frontierlife #mymarionwv #GoToWV #WVDay
May 26, 2017
