December 2020 - January 2021

Learning to Live Outdoors

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Reflections from the Longest Year Since March, aside from speedy grocery runs and a few medical appointments, I’ve hardly been indoors. When I’m inside, the...
December 2020 - January 2021

Exploring the Winter Wild

When the snow falls in the South, it’s time to get out there. Here’s where to cross-country ski, snowshoe, and climb ice in the...
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December 2020 - January 2021

Leader of the Pack

The Llama Wrangler on Mount LeConte It was 5:15 a.m. and pitch dark when Alan Householder parked the livestock trailer at the Trillium Gap trailhead...
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Skiing in a Pandemic

COVID-19 blindsided regional snowsports resorts last spring. Here’s how they’re preparing for winter.  Kenny Hess sat in a conference room at Massanutten Resort surrounded by...
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LMC: Beech Mountain Classroom Dedication

Photo by Jason Els Class of 2015 (Lees-McRae College) at Beech Mountain Ski Resort Collaboration is one of those catchy terms marketers and speakers like...
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The Goods: Cold-Weather Hiking

Winter Trail Don’t let the cold weather keep you off the trails. The following gear makes hiking in the winter months more comfortable and keeps...
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Hitting the Slopes (On a Budget)

Look ahead: Buying passes for the 2020/2021 season before the current winter ends can be a great way to save money on the slopes. Tips...
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GEAR OF THE WEEK

BROOK TROUT RUSTIC LEATHER COASTERS

These rustic leather Brook Trout coasters by American Bench Craft come as a set of 4 and are the perfect gift for the avid fisherman. Whether shopping for your man cave coasters or giving these unique and cool drink coasters away as gifts, rest-assured you can be proud of your purchase. These coasters are 100% American-made in the USA from full grain leather.

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WINTER IS HERE

We’re looking forward to some snow days in the South. Here’s where we’ll be snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and climbing. Plus, a look at how to ski safely during the ongoing pandemic.
December 2016

Winter Bucket List: 38 Must-Do Appalachian Adventures

Jess Daddio - 0
The outdoors in winter offers clearer skies, better views, and quieter trails. We’ve sourced 38 of the best winter adventures across nine different states to keep your outdoor mojo intact till spring.
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Winter Wonderlands | 4 Wild Winter Adventures

Four of our favorite winter backpacking trips, from overnighters to full blown three-day excursions.
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Tips and Tricks For Living The #Vanlife During The Winter

Winter has already shown its face in Colorado this year. With the arrival of "OctSNOWber" we thought it would be a could time to...
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The Hiking Viking: Tom Gathman reflects on his winter AT thru-hike

Tom Gathman, AKA The Hiking Viking, reflects on his winter AT thru-hike
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Are Mountain Lions Back in the Blue Ridge?

Experts weigh in on recent mountain lion sightings and whether the cats are repopulating the eastern states.
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July 2005

Ancient Appalachia: The Southeast’s Old-Growth Forests

Over 114,000 acres of old-growth forests have escaped the axe (so far) in Southern Appalachia. Hike the ancient forests in your Blue Ridge backyard—and be a voice for their protection.
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