Just joined and not from here

Just joined the forum after finding out that we (my siblings and cousins) own some mineral rights in Wetzel County. Some one from independantland man contacted them and want’s us to sign and pay $250 to activate a lease. My cousins know nothing about this mineral rights stuff but I’m no expert ether but dealt some 6 years ago in my county in Ohio with BP and know enough that there are bonus offers and royalties negotiations that have to happen.

However we don’t know even where the land is and the steps to take to discover all this. I never got the letter and waiting for my copy so I can start researching this. Can someone please add so guidance. Thanks!

Moved to Wetzel County for you. There are some good folks on the WV area.