We have been reporting on a beer and wine trail coming to the Shenandoah Valley for several months.

The trail has taken one more step toward becoming a reality.

The trail was tentatively named "Barrels, Brews, and Byways," but, after much thought and collaboration, they have now switched the name to the Shenandoah Spirits Trail.

It will stretch through most of the Valley from Harrisonburg to Frederick County.

Leaders with Shenandoah County Tourism say the name makes more sense, and gives more of an identity to our area.

"It is easier for consumers to remember, it is simple, and of course Shenandoah sums up who we are here in the Valley, and is very recognizable. Not just within the Shenandoah Valley, but people all over the world," said Jenna French, the Director of Tourism for Shenandoah County.

There are still several things to be completed before their launch date near the end of September, but leaders say they are on track and excited.

The link below includes video footage of story coverage. 

Source obtained 9/1/16 via www.whvs.com - 
http://www.whsv.com/content/news/Shenandoah-Valley-wIne--beer-trail-gets-new-name-391799711.html