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Come journey with us as we explore and highlight the people and places that make the Blue Ridge and Southern Appalachian Mountains special and unique

Category: Cartography

Enchanting Vistas From North Carolina’s Lookout Towers with Peter Barr

Posted on July 4, 2021June 10, 2022 By Exploration Local
Enchanting Vistas From North Carolina’s Lookout Towers with Peter Barr
Adventure, Author, Cartography, Fire Lookout Towers, Mountains

In the early 20th century, forestry agencies constructed dozens of lookout structures atop western North Carolina’s mountains as the backbone of a fire detection system. Many of these lookouts survive in North Carolina today, and they represent some of the most scenic destinations for hikers who want to see the incredible vistas of the southern … Read More “Enchanting Vistas From North Carolina’s Lookout Towers with Peter Barr” »

Find Your Way, Lose Yourself with Pisgah Map Company (Pete Kennedy & Jack Henderson)

Posted on November 18, 2020November 20, 2020 By Exploration Local
Find Your Way, Lose Yourself with Pisgah Map Company (Pete Kennedy & Jack Henderson)
Adventure, Cartography, Day Tripping, Hiking, Mountains

In the summer of 1977, I plopped into the front seat of a Volkswagon Van while driving through Germany on the Autobahn Highway. My dad handed me my very first map and told me I was now his co-pilot. It was my job to make sure I told him where to turn and when. I … Read More “Find Your Way, Lose Yourself with Pisgah Map Company (Pete Kennedy & Jack Henderson)” »

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