Stories from Appalachian Treks
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Footwork
Appalachian Treks &bull Nov 28, 2011
Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail. Ralph Waldo Emerson Over the years I've encountered lots of thru-hikers up on Unaka Mountain, but Mike Ryan (trailname 'Footwork') was… Full Story »
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- Appalachian Trail
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Roan High Knob
Appalachian Treks &bull Sep 30, 2011
The last time I went to the Roan High Knob Shelter the snow was several inches deep (see photos and my short write-up of the history of the shelter here), so I thought I'd venture back to see what it… Full Story »
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Forgotten
Appalachian Treks &bull Sep 27, 2011
May you never forget what is worth remembering, nor ever remember what is best forgotten. Irish Blessing I don't know the history behind this old chimney found along the Appalachian Trail between the High Knob Shelter and the Old Cloudland… Full Story »
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- Appalachian Trail
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Linville Gorge Wilderness
Appalachian Treks &bull Sep 3, 2011
This rustic cabin serves as the information center for visitors to the Linville Gorge Wilderness. The gentleman behind the counter said it was built by college students back in 1983 using primitive tools. It's a good place to stop and… Full Story »
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Topics:
- Blue Ridge Parkway
- Map
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Chestoa View
Appalachian Treks &bull Aug 16, 2011
A man practices the art of adventure when he breaks the chain of routine and renews his life through reading new books, traveling to new places, making new friends, taking up new hobbies and adopting new viewpoints. Wilfred Peterson (1900-1995)… Full Story »
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- Blue Ridge Parkway
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Rock Creek Falls
Appalachian Treks &bull Jul 18, 2011
These remote waterfalls are located on the side of Unaka Mountain in Unicoi County, TN. The photo here of the main (or upper) falls doesn't really do it justice. The way the water plunges 50 feet down its two tiers is unique and beautiful -- and difficult to adequately capture. It's one of those that I guess you… Full Story »
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Wedding Day
Appalachian Treks &bull Jul 16, 2011
I dreamed of a wedding of elaborate elegance,A church filled with family and friends.I asked him what kind of a wedding he wished for,He said one that would make me his wife. Author Unknown. Congratulations to my friends Nathan and… Full Story »
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- Laken
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Achievement
Appalachian Treks &bull Jun 22, 2011
None of us will ever accomplish anything excellent or commanding except when he listens to this whisper which is heard by him alone. Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803-1882) American Poet, Lecturer and Essayist Here's my friend Michael Kaal, visiting from Arizona… Full Story »
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Topics:
- State Parks
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Where ya headed?
Appalachian Treks &bull Jun 21, 2011
If you do not change direction, you may end up where you are heading. Lao Tzu (6th century BC) philosopher of ancient China A sign found along the Appalachian Trail at Carver's Gap. All text and images are Mark W.… Full Story »
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- Appalachian Trail
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Max Patch
Appalachian Treks &bull Jun 7, 2011
Max Patch has always been on my radar -- but it was just far enough out of the way, that I never visited until now. This one's definitely worth the drive. It's not the tallest (only 4629'), but yet this gem offers some of the… Full Story »
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- Map
