Category: Nature

Nature has been here 22 500 times longer than humans. It does not really need people, but people need nature! When it thrives, we thrive.

Something In The Saluda Air Fills The Heart And Soul

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Family, Fly Fishing, Hiking, Inns, Kayaking, Mountain Cabins, Mountain Town, Mountains, Nature, Scenic Drive, Small Business, Tourism, Waterfalls

Saluda, North Carolina, a tiny town of a little over 500 fulltime residents, is a mountain oasis with a Historic Downtown surrounded by rugged and accessible wilderness. The 18,000 acres of the Green River Game Lands and the Greenville Watershed have served as natural buffers, helping to preserve and protect the authentic character of this … Read More “Something In The Saluda Air Fills The Heart And Soul” »

Romantic Asheville: The Insider’s Guide To North Carolina Mountains

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Mountain Town, Mountains, Nature, Outdoor, Scenic Drive, Tourism

It’s no surprise to many people who are looking for a southeastern mountain getaway…that Asheville, and really all of western North Carolina, is full of things to do and places to see. From scenic drives, summit hikes, small towns, festivals, family and dog friendly adventures, and top picnic spots…there is something for everyone to enjoy … Read More “Romantic Asheville: The Insider’s Guide To North Carolina Mountains” »

WINTER HIKING: Possibly The Best Time Of The Year To Hike, with Hanna O’Brien of Saluda Outfitters & The Gorge Zipline

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Adventure, Hiking, Mountains, Nature, Outdoor, Outdoor Apparel, Winter Hiking

Don’t ditch your hiking gear just yet! Winter is actually one of the best times to hike in our southern mountains. What makes winter such a great time to hike? For one, without the leaves on the trees, winter landscapes open up and long-range views are breathtaking. The crowds are almost nonexistent, and cooler temperatures … Read More “WINTER HIKING: Possibly The Best Time Of The Year To Hike, with Hanna O’Brien of Saluda Outfitters & The Gorge Zipline” »

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” »

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” »