The Smith OEDC is proud to help bring West Virginia’s first cross-sector Outdoor Economy Summit to Charleston this February. The event will bring together leaders from across business, recreation, community development, and public policy to share ideas, spark collaboration, and strengthen the state’s growing outdoor economy. Join us as we work together to shape what comes next for West Virginia.
Ascend WV is a talent attraction and retention program designed to support remote
professionals and their families as they relocate to West Virginia in pursuit
of high quality of life and an outdoor-driven lifestyle. Experience work-life balance through
community, purpose, and the outdoors in the mountains of West Virginia.
We work with communities to identify and develop outdoor recreation resources that enhance the quality of life for citizens of West Virginia.
Outdoor EconomyWe've conducted research and collected data about outdoor recreation in West Virginia. Findings show that our natural resources are valuable, rare, and cannot be imitated.
Wondering what's happening in West Virginia's outdoor economy?
We've got you covered.