Wow, that was a haul! Up at 4 AM and actually did leave the house by 5 to go to Trail Day at the Capitol. Shinnston Activity Director John Greco and one of my WVRTC (rails-to-trails council) Board members went with me.For those who are looking for trails, West Virginia has rail-trails, mountain trails, water trails (creating more of these every year), and equestrian trails. The Gillum House has a rail-trail 50 feet from the door and the Monongahela River (which is formed by our West Fork River and the Tygart Valley River meeting in Fairmont) is designated a water trail. There was a nice showing of trail representatives around the State.Speaking of trails, the West Fork River Rail-Trail has been paved from Fairmont south to Monongah and Marion County Parks has the grant and will be paving onward south to Worthington. This trail usage includes bike, hike, and equestrian. The stable we use for your horses has direct access from their farm (no roads to cross) to the rail-trail. The unpaved part of the trail is in great shape and since we have little or no snow here (usually), the trail can be used year-round.So if you want to get away from snow and slush, Shinnston is the place for you! The rail-trail is here, the craft shops are open, the glass factory and shop is open, and Lambert?s Winery tasting room is calling. We offer the Bike N Winery package year round. Your sandwiches will be on your favorite bread! Till next time?..