Category: Day Tripping

North Carolina Waterfalls & Waterfall Keepers of NC, with Kevin Adams

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Day Tripping, Mountains, Nature, Photography, Tourism, Waterfalls

  In this episode I sit down with Kevin Adams, a naturalist, writer, teacher, and photographer who has had a lifelong love affair with nature and the outdoors. He has authored nine books, led photo tours all over the world, taught seminars and workshops, and given countless programs about photography and the outdoors. Adams is … Read More “North Carolina Waterfalls & Waterfall Keepers of NC, with Kevin Adams” »

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

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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)” »

The PERFECT Guide To The Beauty Of The Carolinas, with Ryan & Terri Watts of HD Carolina

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Adventure Videos, Day Tripping, Family, Hiking, Nature, Outdoor, Photography, Waterfalls

The beauty of the Carolina’s is unmatched in terms of diversity, accessibility, and the overall quality of things to do, see, and experience.  In this episode, husband and wife duo, Ryan and Terri Watts talk about the heart and passion for hiking, mountaineering, and exploring the trails, mountains, waterfalls and beaches of the Carolinas and … Read More “The PERFECT Guide To The Beauty Of The Carolinas, with Ryan & Terri Watts of HD Carolina” »

Blue Ridge Parkway: America’s Favorite Scenic Drive, with Tubby Kubik (Executive Director, Blue Ridge Parkway Association)

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Adventure, Apple Picking, Day Tripping, Fall Color, Mountain Town, Mountains, Scenic Drive, Tourism, Uncategorized

In this episode I sit down with Tubby Kubik, Executive Director of the Blue Ridge Parkway Association and we chat about the history of the Parkway, the unique characteristics of the Blue Ridge Mountains, resources to make your visit and exploration of the Parkway and Southern Appalachian towns as enjoyable as possible, and some secrets … Read More “Blue Ridge Parkway: America’s Favorite Scenic Drive, with Tubby Kubik (Executive Director, Blue Ridge Parkway Association)” »

Trading Corporate America for Epic Adventures with Blue Wall Adventure’s Beau Bethel

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Adventure, Day Tripping, Family, Mountain Biking, Mountains

Trading Corporate America for Epic Adventures with Blue Wall Adventure’s Beau Bethel Blue Wall Adventures, based in Greenville, South Carolina is a premier source for outdoor adventures in Western North Carolina and Upstate South Carolina. They offer guided mountain biking tours and hikes in Dupont State Forest, Pisgah National Forest, and Chimney Rock State Park … Read More “Trading Corporate America for Epic Adventures with Blue Wall Adventure’s Beau Bethel” »