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AURORA PROJECT

he Aurora Project, located in the Allegheny Mountains in West Virginia, provides the opportunity for artists and scholars from across the country and around the world to live and work in an environment supportive of the creative process.
Situated in a rural community surrounded by high plateau farmland and forested hills, the restored historic buildings that comprise the Aurora Project were once part of a 19th Century mountain resort. Converted into private studios and lodging, the buildings, some on site and others within two miles, are across a rural, two-lane road from Cathedral State Park, a protected old growth forest.
It is within this distinct natural setting and rich history that artists and scholars are afforded undisturbed time and space for the exploration and exchange of new ideas or the advancement of works in progress, to be responsible only to themselves and their work. It is also within this environment that the Aurora Project’s Education Program and Community Partnership strive to encourage and sustain an appreciation and understanding of the importance of the arts, humanities and the environment. Full time residencies will begin in 2011.

25208 George Washington Highway, Auroa, W.Va. 26705
304-735-3620
http://www.auroraproject.org/

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BIG BEAR LAKE

Recreational camping and outdoor activities for the outdoor enthusiast. April 1 through October 31

Every Saturday Night from May 1st through October 31st we have Country Western dances at our Community Center.

The finest country bands from the area will entertain the whole family. Come on down and get to know your new neighbors. Enjoy the splendor of the West Virginia mountains on one of our hiking trails where you will find some of the most unique wild flowers and birds in the country.

We have 24 miles of mountain bike trails for those who need a more challenging outdoor experience. The mountain bike and hiking trails are open from January 1st thru October 1st.

Come stay in one of our cabins, great for a week long vacation or just a weekend getaway.

At 35 acre Big Bear Lake, you and your family can swim, fish or just lay on the beach. Plus at Baby Bear Lake, the whole family can make sand castles or float on a raft and enjoy the gentle summer breeze.

Rt3 Box 204, Bruceton Mills, W.Va. 26525
304-379-4382
http://www.bigbearwv.com

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BUCKWHEAT FESTIVAL

 Late in the Great Depression, rural West Virginia and Preston County found economic recovery slow and tedious. Local farmers grew buckwheat, although mainly for animal feed, as an "insurance crop" because of its short growing season and good quality; it was thought that perhaps this grain might spur agricultural economic growth. For this reason and for its uniqueness, buckwheat was chosen as the focus for an end-of-harvest homecoming when farmers could relax, have fun, and compete - thus blossomed the Preston County Buckwheat Festival!  

Now, the Preston County Buckwheat Festival is held in Kingwood each year, featuring livestock shows, local artisan vendors, carnival rides, project exhibits, parades and of course, buckwheat cakes and sausage! The event is held the last Thursday of every September and is enjoyed by people of all ages, some traveling across the nation to attend.

Price Street, Kingwood, W.Va. 26537

http://www.buckwheatfest.com

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CANNON HILL

Located directly across from the town at the end of the county bridge.  The hill was fortified during the Civil War and was used to protect the main line of the B & O Railroad.  The site is under construction; however, guided tours can be arranged by appointment. Contact Lucille at 304-454-9714 or 304-454-9303 for more information.

N/A, Rowlesburg, W.Va. 26764
304-454-9714 or 304-454-9303
http://www.rowlesburg.org/cannon.html

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CATHEDRAL STATE PARK

Home to an ancient hemlock forest. Trees 90 feet tall and 21 feet in circumference form the park’s dramatic “cloisters”. An old-growth mixed forest with Eastern Hemlock being the dominant species. Rt. 50, near Aurora, WV. Open daily 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Rt. 1, Box 370, Aurora, W.Va. 26705
304-735-3771
http://www.cathedralstatepark.com

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