AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoOutdoor Events: Registration is open for West Virginia’s 56th Annual Nature Wonder Weekend (Wild Foods Weekend) at North Bend State Park, Sept. 11–13, with guided nature hikes and workshops on foraging, cooking, and enjoying wild foods. New Trails & Tourism: The newly completed 18-mile Meadow River Rail Trail is drawing cyclists and out-of-state visitors, offering a gentler ride through a hidden valley near the New River Gorge. Road-Trip Planning: The West Virginia Turnpike Authority expects about 420,500 toll transactions over Labor Day weekend, with Friday the busiest; officials recommend Saturday or Sunday to dodge peak delays. Travel Costs: AAA reports Labor Day gas prices are at the highest level ever for this time of year, with the national average around $4.14, driven by crude oil volatility. Local Culture & Lore: Airbnb says Gen Z is chasing “lore tripping” in small towns, and Point Pleasant’s Mothman legend is highlighted as a standout example.
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