Visit Southern West Virginia and The UPS Store to hold 'Almost Heaven' treasure hunt on West Virginia Day

GHENT, WV (WVNS) — Explorers will have the opportunity to search for a hidden treasure chest while seeing the sights of southern West Virginia with an 'Almost Heaven' treasure hunt.
According to a press release, a regional treasure hunt, with a $500 cash prize for the person who finds the hidden chest, will be held by Visit Southern West Virginia and the UPS Store on Friday, June 20, 2025, which is also West Virginia Day.
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People who participate in the treasure hunt will have the opportunity to find a real treasure chest hidden at an outdoor location in southern West Virginia. The press release stated that clues will be released on the Visit Southern West Virginia and the UPS Store – Beckley's Facebook pages each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday to give participants hints to the location of the treasure chest.
According to the press release, people who take part in the treasure hunt can tag #visitwv or #almostheaventresurehunt on social media or by submitting photos here.
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The press release stated that the treasure hunt is open to locals and visitors, no matter their ages, and it is free to participate. The event will allow participants to explore trails, public parks, and small towns in the southern part of the Mountain State.
According to the press release, no digging will be a part of the treasure hunt, and people are advised to follow park rules.
People can follow and take part of the treasure hunt on the Visit Southern West Virginia and UPS Store's Facebook pages.
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