Venice, Spain, And A Pea Green VW Bus

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The Heart & Soul Behind Exploration Local I grew up as a “Navy Brat”, a term affectionately given to dependents of parents who serve full-time in United States Armed Forces – in my case the United States Navy.  The military brat lifestyle is one of constant moving to new states or countries many times while … Read More “Venice, Spain, And A Pea Green VW Bus” »

#1 Rated Coffee Roaster in WNC – Dynamite Roasting Co.

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  Just outside of Black Mountain, NC on Highway 70 lies the retail cafe for Dynamite Roasting Co, a locally born, award winning, artisan-roasted organic coffee company that goes to great lengths to source sustainably-grown coffee from small farms around the world. Dynamite Roasting Company is led by visionary owner and founder Andy Gibbon. Like a lot … Read More “#1 Rated Coffee Roaster in WNC – Dynamite Roasting Co.” »

Celebrating A River’s Rich History & Heritage

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The North Fork is a major tributary of the French Broad River.  It begins near Balsam Grove, NC downstream of the 50′ Courthouse Falls.  The waterfall feeds into a creek that becomes the North Fork. The North Fork Gorge is like many Southern Appalachian Rivers where the access can sometimes be difficult, but the rewards … Read More “Celebrating A River’s Rich History & Heritage” »

Local Wildlife Photographer Has Global Influence

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Charles “Chas” Glatzer is a world renowned wildlife photographer, educator lecturer, and instructor.  He is a member of the prestigious Canon Explorers of Light (EOL) and hosts workshops all around the world.  Chas has received numerous international awards for his work and service to the industry, and his images have been published in magazines such … Read More “Local Wildlife Photographer Has Global Influence” »