Full of history, culture, and recreational opportunities, Marion County really is the Middle of Everywhere! From the rolling rapids of Valley Falls State Park to the Italian influence of local bakeries, there's so much to do while visiting the area. While you're visiting West Virginia, we invite you to join us for the Middle of Everywhere GeoTour! This officially registered tour highlights 20 of our favorite locations in the area, categorized by shops, history, murals, and parks! Find 16/20 caches to qualify for a limited-edition GeoTour coin. Find all 20 to get a unique souvenir added to your Geocaching profile.

For information regarding the GeoTour and a full list of caches, please visit our website.

MOE-GT #11: Home of the Pepperoni Roll
Category: Marion's Mining

The pepperoni roll, a beloved West Virginia staple, originated in Marion County in the 1920s and remains virtually unknown outside the state. Created by Giuseppe Argiro, an Italian immigrant and coal miner, it featured pepperoni baked into soft yeast bread for a convenient, hearty lunch. Its popularity among miners led Giuseppe to open a bakery in 1927, which still operates today. This innovative snack requires no refrigeration, making it perfect for outdoor adventures like camping in the scenic West Virginia mountains.

TO FIND THIS CACHE you'll need to visit the home of the pepperoni roll and locate the small birdhouse-like container. Inside, you'll receive a cloth mask that can be used on the nearby pepperoni roll sign. Hold it over the sign to reveal the three numbers for the lock - it's not perfect, so you may need to adjust your alignment as you work through the puzzle. Please replace this tool and the lock exactly as you found it when finished. 

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