ACE Adventures

Well, mommas…I think we should all appreciate us just being here. I might be locked in my bedroom trying to write this blog. And well, we can just pretend that you’re not locked in the…

Once upon a time, tourism was not what the local economy depended on for survival. The landscape and natural beauty above ground was not considered as lucrative as what lay beneath the surface. Coal was the…

Just a little secret between you and me… spring is one of my favorite times to be at ACE and live in the New River Gorge. After hibernating all winter, or skiing (ya know, whatever you’re into) there is nothing better than that first thunderous sound of whitewater. Imagine a kid being reunited with his bike after a long winter’s break.

Wowza, thanks everybody! We recently received  quite a few of the BRO awards thanks to your online votes last fall! As residents of the New River Gorge, the wins for this region and our personal wins make us so proud to be here. We are both honored and as happy as ever to have won several of Blue Ridge Outdoor Magazine’s “Best of the Blue Ridge” awards for 2016. Without further adieu, here they are…

It’s no big secret raft guides have major swagger. From My Little Pony swim shorts to polyester suits and NRS belts these guys set fashion trends without even trying

Last Tuesday, ACE was recognized as a Star of the Industry for “Best Website” during the 2015 Governor’s Conference on Tourism: Real. Wild, Wonderful West Virginia at Oglebay Resort & Conference Center in Wheeling, West Virginia. The annual awards recognize standout organizations and individuals who have promoted the many wild and wonderful destinations throughout the state and whose hard work has encouraged development of the tourism industry in West Virginia. Entries for the Stars of the Industry awards were judged by an industry panel.

No matter what the weather or season, we love our gorgeous surrounding national parks of Southern West Virginia. The three national gems we call home are all part of the National Park Service, so the natural…

Even though we can’t get enough of the good times happening here in ACE-land, believe it or not occasionally we head off the reservation to spread the word about the awesomeness of ACE. This weekend we had…

Adrenaline Deficiency affects 1 in 5 men. Don’t  be a statistic. Gauley River Rafting is the perfect cure for A.D. Rafting the GAULEY River may have some side effects including: loss of sleep, loss of appetite,…

Nothing makes us happier than meeting new people who are fellow river-lovers. While we especially love adventuring around the Gauley River and New River Gorge, we also enjoy venturing out to tell others about the amazing ACE! We…

1. ADDICTIVE PERSONALITY If you’re the type of person who becomes easily addicted to certain indulgences, ACE is not for you. Like a cigarette or an alcoholic beverage, ACE will leave you feeling buzzed and…