R. Bryan Simon's new book on the trails of southern West Virginia focuses on the area in and around the New River Gorge, West Virginia, and the Boy Scouts of America Bechtel Summit Reserve, the new home for the Boy Scout Jamboree. The 352-page, full-color guide provides all the details needed for trail users in the area to enjoy the wonderful natural beauty and cultural history of the region.
Simon, a West Point Class of 1997 graduate and former infantry officer, left the military in 2003 due to an injury and now writes for various publications about climbing, climbing medicine, and other outdoor adventure topics. He is also a partner in the firm, Vertical Medicine Resources, which specializes in medical support and training of guiding services, expeditions, non-profits, and individuals seeking adventure in high-altitude and other vertical terrain across the globe.