The mission of the Tri-State Trash Pandas is to promote responsible land stewardship and environmental conservation across West Virginia, Kentucky, and Ohio. Through active engagement in community-driven cleanup efforts, we strive to conserve our natural landscapes while embracing the principles of Tread Lightly! Our goal is to foster a culture of respect for the environment, ensuring…
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West Virginia Tread Lightly! Day 2025: Monongahela National Forest
Event Announcement: 2025 West Virginia Tread Lightly! Day We are thrilled to announce that Backroads of Appalachia (BOA) is partnering with the U.S. Forest Service in the Monongahela National Forest to host this portion of the highly anticipated statewide 2025 West Virginia Tread Lightly! Day on September 20, 2025. About the Event: …
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24 Hours of Appalachia: Mothman’s Revenge Moto Weekend
Embark on the Ultimate Adventure: 24 Hours of Appalachia – Mothman’s Revenge Moto Weekend Point Pleasant, WV – 24 Hours of Appalachia, in partnership with the West Virginia Gambler 500, is thrilled to present a spectacular event that melds the spirit of challenge with a noble cause. The 24 Hours of Appalachia: Mothman’s Revenge is an…
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WV Motorsports and Adventure Travel Day Reception
Join us for a fun evening and networking, cooking, and camping! -Fireside Chat-Overland Dish Cook Off-Overland Experience-Camping Event location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ow6UTssQ1quNug346 All vehicles welcome! AWD, 4WD, SXS, and Motorcycles
West Virginia Motorsports and Adventure Travel Day 2025
Join us for a two day showcase of motorsports and adventure travel here in the Mountain State! Featuring businesses from around the state and region, we are excited to bring everyone together to share with our legislators the importance of motorsports to the state and region. To register your business, click this link: https://forms.gle/qmscYXXF7vQ37CqG9 To register…
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Year in Review 2024
Backroads of Appalachia: 2024 Year in Review! This year has been a transformative journey for our region, filled with stunning landscapes, winding roads, and remarkable opportunities. Whether you’re a motorcyclist, off-road enthusiast, sports car aficionado, competitor, or simply someone captivated by the beauty of Appalachia, this reflection is for you. We couldn’t achieve this without…
New Year’s Day Off-Road Adventure
Let’s shake off the winter blues and welcome in 2025 together! Link up at Exxon in Dawson, WV *All High Clearance 4WD rigs welcome* Requirements: -30″ or larger tire-Recovery points front and rear-GMRS Radio-Navigation Device (Phone or Garmin) *Route will be about 150-200 miles of mixed terrain*
24 Hours of Appalachia: Mothman’s Revenge
Embark on the Ultimate Adventure: 24 Hours of Appalachia – Mothman’s Revenge Point Pleasant, WV – 24 Hours of Appalachia, in partnership with the West Virginia Gambler 500, is thrilled to present a spectacular event that melds the spirit of challenge with a noble cause. The 24 Hours of Appalachia – Run for the Hills…
Search’n for Bigfoot Off-Road Adventure
The West Virginia Bigfoot Festival is an exciting three-day event from June 26th to 28th in Sutton, WV, at Holly Gray Park. This year, Backroads of Appalachia, and the Bigfoot Festival have partnered to bring folks to engage in off-road adventures with your 4WD vehicles on June 27th and 28th, orchestrated by Backroads of…
The Feud: Off-Road Rally
About: The Feud began as a Bronco vs. Jeep Car Show and Rally in 2024 to honor the legacy of Clinton E. Layne, father of Osie Casey. Clinton was a veteran and retired coal miner who despite having limited means, devoted his life to providing for his community and feeding those in need. At our…