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Snow and ice are beginning to melt on the Greenbrier River.
This picture is on the ALT route heading south after leaving the town of Durbin.
Despite the cold weather and snow, WVSTA has been busy in the background developing the 2026 work schedule, social/ tabling schedule, attending webinars, having committee meetings and are excited about our grant awards.
We are also launching the NEW “March ALT Recon Project” and just purchased a 6×12 trailer we will be converting into a tool and chuck wagon.
We have a lot of dedicated volunteers striving to make 2026 even better than 2025 both on and off trail.
Be on the lookout for several FarOut App updates and new merchandise launching soon! – WVSTA President Justin Mullins
Mark your calendars NOW!
We look forward to seeing you at an event soon!
Volunteers Frank and Nicolle went to Hilltop Packs and were able to partner with them. Hilltop is offering a 10% coupon code on any merchandise –
Use Code – ALTWV10.
Hilltop Packs made ALT Bear Bags on the spot
WVSTA Members can use the ALT logo on any of their merchandise Below is an Instagram reel of that visit.
You can also see the full interview with Frank and Hilltop Pack
owner Ben at youtube.com/@wolfiehikes
Jen and Nicolle attended the first “Outdoor Economy Summit” in Charleston, WV. Over 350 people and several partner organizations attended this incredible event.
They also tabled along with 40 organizations at the “Outdoor Recreation Day” at the WV State Capitol on Feb 19th where they were able interact with several WV Representatives.
Trail-work continues in Section 4 with new blazing and recon being done.
Section 4 Coordinator Bob was replacing old 2×2 blazes with new 2×6 blazes.
New Wool Socks $25 – more details on the store website. Made in America.
ALT Trail Tracker is artwork that you can color in as you hike along the ALT.
WV Artist Molly Sherlock- 12×18, $15
Tucker Community Foundation gave $400 towards an Inreach Mini for the ALT. This item will greatly improve communication safety and efficiency at ALT workdays.
The Snowshoe Foundation awarded WVSTA $2,000 towards this 6X12 trailer. More details and pictures to come as this tool trailer/ chuck wagon gets a professional wrap and the build-out commences.
This incredible project is going to transform not only how the ALT volunteers execute trail work, it will allow us to assist rural towns and partners if a weather event occurs or if a search and rescue is underway. This will also act as a moving billboard in and out of the ALT corridor sharing about WV’s longest hiking trail.
AFNHA awarded $3,450 to WVSTA for 12 NEW HISTORICAL SIGNS along the ALT in five counties- Preston, Tucker, Randolph, Pocahontas and Greenbrier. This grant committee is working weekly to execute this educational project over the next year. Stay tuned for updates!
Scan the QR code above to apply
The next 90 days will be focused on a NEW ALT Reconnaissance Project, two “Meet The Trail” events, a Chili Cook-Off and the kick-off the of the 2026 hiking season. The Annual “Spring the Trail” Workday, Cheat Fest and Trail Days are also right around the corner.
Signup Here To Help With March Recon
Freefolk Brewery partners up with the ALT top host a Meet the Trail event in Hico, WV. Raffles, Drink Specials, ALT Trivia and MORE – Sat March 7th 3-8pm
Come out and support our Friends of Cheat partners at this Morgantown Meet Up.
We will be tabling and have the NEW ALT socks and ALT merchandise.
Where Passion Meets the Path
written by Tiffany Babcock
WVSTA Membership and Volunteer Coordinator
Poem by Sara Teasdale:
I stood beside a hill
Smooth with new-laid snow,
A single star looked out
From the cold evening glow.
There was no other creature
That saw what I could see—
I stood and watched the evening star
As long as it watched me.
Winter is the time of year for reflection and renewal. We make New Year’s Resolutions and think about what we want to happen in the upcoming year.
If you’re like me, I make some resolutions that never come to fruition, but I give it a good try anyway. One of my resolutions was to be kinder to myself and give myself more grace. I tend to procrastinate and then critique myself too harshly. I feel like I can always do more, go more places, get more involved with things that I love, but instead I find myself curled up on the couch with snacks binge watching something mindless. You know what, that’s ok sometimes. Just like it’s ok to not volunteer at every event the trail has scheduled.
You can participate in one, two, or none at all. If the physical labor aspect doesn’t work for you, you can help by just sharing our social media, sending a donation, making food for the volunteers, coming to a “Meet The Trail” hang out session, or even helping on a committee. There’s a place for everyone in the organization.
“The heart of a volunteer is never measured in size, but by the depth of the commitment to make a difference in the lives of others.” -DeAnn Hollis
Let us know what you think or ideas you have for articles, you can email us at info@wvscenictrails.org.
WVSTA, PO Box 4042, Charleston, WV 25364