of Swilled Dog ’ s sales go to charities for four-legged friends .
In Martinsburg , Black Draft Distillery is a short distance from Washington , D . C . Offering events , entertainment , specialty cocktails and a gorgeous setting , this distillery is always rocking . Sourcing some of its ingredients straight from the land , Black Draft partners with local farmers every chance it gets .
Kirkwood Winery and Isaiah Morgan Distillery in Summersville is best known for its sweet wines . It ’ s the perfect place to take a tour of a winery and enjoy a wine tasting . Kirkwood Winery holds its Wine and Music Festival every September .
These are just a few of the many craft beverage producers throughout the Mountain State — more can be found on the WVDA ’ s interactive map .
I Pick , U-Pick , Farm Picks
What better way to spend a weekend than at a local farm picking berries and flowers or petting all sorts of cute critters ? West Virginia agritourism farms have hands-on activities for all ages .
Orr ’ s Farm Market in Martinsburg is more than just an orchard and farm market . This family-favorite destination grows everything from apricots and apples to pumpkins and peaches , which you can pick yourself . Don ’ t miss out on the market ’ s barnyard , corn maze and hayrides .
Country Road House and Berries in Clendenin is the perfect weekend getaway . Conveniently located just outside of Charleston , this bed and breakfast offers the full farm experience . Spend a spring morning picking strawberries in the field , wander the woods on a fall afternoon foraging for pawpaws and black walnuts , and head into town for a locally sourced dinner .
At Wild Goats Farm in Clarksburg , you can chill out with 100 farm animals . Take a break from everyday life to feed pigs , watch goats play and pet an alpaca . Be sure to book an appointment online first .
Farm to Fork
Eating locally is the best way to get to know a town . Check out some of our favorites from around the state that use fresh ingredients from the farm .
Fish Hawk Acres in Buckhannon is the perfect farm-to-table experience . Chef Dale Hawkins works with produce he grows on his farm right outside of town . With fresh ingredients , years of experience and a discerning eye , you ’ ll be coming back for more of his delicious culinary creations . Check out Fish Hawk ’ s wine dinners and its sister retail store just down the street .
Season ’ s Greetings
The fun doesn ’ t stop in West Virginia when the temperatures turn chilly . There are pumpkin patches , corn mazes and Christmas tree farms to explore , and the holiday season wouldn ’ t be complete without a winter wonderland wedding at a quaint West Virginia barn .
CW ’ s Corn Maze in Cass is the place to let your kids burn some energy after a scenic , leaf-peeping train ride . With
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