Cacapon Watershed Collaborative
The Cacapon Watershed Collaborative (CWC) aims to protect the Cacapon and Lost Rivers Watershed’s valuable ecosystems and residents’ way of life. The Cacapon Watershed Conservation
GunBarrel Hunt Club
In 2023 the Land Trust and GunBarrel Valley Wild Life Preserve forged a partnership to protect 834 acres of vital hunting grounds in Hampshire County.
Listening to the Land
Landowner stories from the Cacapon & Lost Rivers Valley
Hunting, Friendship, and the Land That Holds the Stories
Some photos are more than just a photo. This one, taken around 1968 or 1969, captures a group of hunters gathered at Winfred Orndorf’s place during deer season. To George “Buddy” Norris, these men were more than hunting companions. They were friends, mentors, and part of a tradition that shaped
Women of the Hunt: A Cacapon Valley Tradition
In the Cacapon Valley, hunting has never been just a pastime. For generations, it was also a practical necessity, helping families put food on the table and make ends meet during difficult times. Deer, squirrel, turkey, and other game provided an affordable source of protein, especially for rural families living
“Almost Heaven”: Protecting North River for Generations
For nearly a century, one West Virginia family has worked to protect a special place along the North River — ensuring the forests, streams, and wildlife remain for generations to come. For Gene E. Fisher, the 163 acres known as North River are more than just land. It’s a place