Cooler Temps, Hotter Trails: 10 Reasons to Love Hiking in Fall & Winter

3 months ago
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Why Fall & Winter Are the Best Times to Hit the Trail... The leaves are falling, mornings are crispy, and…

Hurricane Helene Devastated North Carolina Here’s How You Can Help

1 year ago

The pictures are terrible, the stories are hard to listen to and the road ahead is very long. As you…

How to Plan an Impactful Forest Bathing Session Your Whole Family Will Love

1 year ago

Shinrin-Yoku is coming to a park near you. Literally Japanese for "Forest Bathing," Shinrin-yoku is the practice of therapeutic relaxation…

Consumables – What they are & which one’s you need to have

1 year ago

I’m going to skip ahead and chat about consumables and we’ll come back to shared gear in a future post…

Make Your Voice Heard – Vote

1 year ago

Super short post alert!! Between now and September 6, you can vote on the master plan for the new Pisgah…

The Best Attractions and Accommodations near Grandfather

1 year ago

Grandfather Mountain State Park, nestled in the North Carolina High Country, is a stunning destination offering a variety of outdoor…

Spending the Night Near Gorges State Park – Everything You Need to Know

1 year ago

Gorges State Park, located atop the Blue Ridge Escarpment in North Carolina, is a breathtaking natural haven known for its…

The Do’s & Don’ts of Hiking with Man’s Best Friend

1 year ago

Hiking with dogs on public lands Bringing your dog along for a hike can be a rewarding experience, offering companionship…

Two Days of Kayaking the New River

1 year ago

Incredible views, paddling, wildlife and campsites. Planning the Kayak Camping Trip I knew when planning our kayaking trip on the…

Gear Up For Adventure: Good Gear Makes a Great Trip

1 year ago

A verdict has been made - Today we plan for Standing Indian Backpacking in North Carolina offers an unparalleled opportunity…