Adventures on the Gorge
Steve Gifford is a seasoned professional with diverse experience in grants management, public affairs, photography, and historical research. Currently serving as a Grants Management Specialist for the Safeguarding Tomorrow Revolving Loan Fund at FEMA since February 2024, Steve also operates as the Owner and Photographer at Jurassic Press Photos. Additional roles include Structural Historian for the WV Department of Arts, Culture, & History and Whitewater Photographer for ACE Adventure Resort. Previous experiences encompass service as a Public Affairs Specialist for the Illinois National Guard, Fire Support NCO, and an Oral History Intern at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. Steve holds a Master’s Degree in Public/Applied History and dual Bachelor's Degrees in History and Bible/Biblical Studies from the University of Illinois Springfield and Lincoln Christian University, respectively.
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Adventures on the Gorge
Perched on the rim of the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, Adventures on the Gorge offers an escape from everyday and the chance to experience a slice of “Almost Heaven”. Tucked into 65,000 acres of pristine wilderness and 7,021 acres of park land, the Resort is both an outdoor playground for adventure enthusiasts of all ages and a majestic mountain hideaway. Adventures on the Gorge offers more than 60 outdoor activities such as whitewater rafting, kayaking, rock climbing, fishing, mountain biking, horseback riding, paintball, and zip lining. Guiding more than 40,000 guests down the New River Gorge and the world-class Gauley River annually, Adventures is home to some of the wildest whitewater on Earth. The Resort occupies 9 campgrounds, 10 RV sites, 103 cabins, 4 large vacation homes and 4 new glamping tents – all offering guests with the rare opportunity to immerse themselves in nature in their own version of comfort. Despite the incredible outdoor adventures, wonderful cuisine and spectacular views at Adventures on the Gorge, our most frequent feedback is a "thank-you" to the employees who provide unforgettable guest experiences. Our team is essential in reaching our goal of creating memorable experiences that will last a lifetime.