Stories from Appalachian Treks
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Twists And Turns
Appalachian Treks &bull Jul 28, 2010
The road of life twists and turns and no two directions are ever the same. Yet our lessons come from the journey, not the destination.--Don Williams, Jr. (b.1968) American Novelist and Poet The Appalachian Trail twisting and turning on Unaka… Full Story »
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Topics:
- Appalachian Trail
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The Summit
Appalachian Treks &bull Jul 15, 2010
You cannot stay on the summit forever; you have to come down again. So why bother in the first place? Just this: What is above knows what is below, but what is below does not know what is above. One… Full Story »
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Topics:
- Long Trail
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Mountain Biking
Appalachian Treks &bull Jul 1, 2010
Not especially well known are the mountain bike trail riding opportunities at Warriors Path State Park in Kingsport. There are 9 miles of rugged, single-track trails that range from moderate to difficult providing an extensive network of trails through a… Full Story »
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Topics:
- Map
- State Parks
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Black Rock Nature Trail
Appalachian Treks &bull Jun 24, 2010
The hike itself is an easy one mile self-guided nature walk culminating in panoramic views in all directions including Grandfather Mountain, Grandmother Mountain, Beacon Heights and Rough Ridge. A short ladder and helpful rope lead to the top of Black… Full Story »
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The Roan Balds
Appalachian Treks &bull May 24, 2010
In the morning a man walks with his whole body; in the evening, only with his legs.--Henry David Thoreau (1817-1862) American Essayist, Poet and PhilosopherThe view of Round Bald from near the top of Jane Bald in the Roan Highlands.… Full Story »
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An Early-Morning Walk
Appalachian Treks &bull May 24, 2010
An early-morning walk is a blessing for the whole day.--Henry David Thoreau (1817-1862) American Essayist, Poet and PhilosopherEarly-morning hikers along the Appalachian Trail in the Roan Highlands. Thanks for visiting and joining in the discussion on Appalachian Treks! I appreciate… Full Story »
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Topics:
- Appalachian Trail
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Walk or Ride?
Appalachian Treks &bull May 12, 2010
Thanks for visiting and joining in the discussion on Appalachian Treks! I appreciate your taking the time to leave a comment! Note: You may need to click on "publish comment" two times before your comment will actually post. Full Story »
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Topics:
- Blue Ridge Parkway
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Release Your Inner Eagle
Appalachian Treks &bull May 11, 2010
Thanks for visiting and joining in the discussion on Appalachian Treks! I appreciate your taking the time to leave a comment! Note: You may need to click on "publish comment" two times before your comment will actually post. Full Story »
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Topics:
- Blue Ridge Parkway
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Springtime Stanzas
Appalachian Treks &bull May 10, 2010
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Gone Fishin'
Appalachian Treks &bull Apr 25, 2010
If people concentrated on the really important things in life, there'd be a shortage of fishing poles.--Doug Larson (b. 1926) Newspaper columnistOf course, there'd be a shortage of hiking sticks as well.Sullivan County, TN has been blessed with some amazing… Full Story »
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Topics:
- State Parks
