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FEATURES
36 Of Old Men and Dead Pines
A tale of a father, a son, two trees and a Sears 8.5-horsepower riding lawn mower.
by Ken Harris
46 Mending Fences
Volunteers are replacing and restoring the Blue Ridge Parkway’s iconic split rail fences. by Elizabeth Hunter
The Future of Appalachia
We profile 14 individuals and organizations making a difference.
WEB SPECIAL:
70 Best of the Blue Ridge: Our Readers' Votes
Your favorites are here, and some hidden discoveries: hikes, family getaways, barbecue, quirky festivals
and more.
88 Why We Hike
Our editor in chief and his wife Gail have covered 2,180 miles in 220 weekends. Here’s an update.
by Kurt Rheinheimer
94 10 Great Hikes and Hiking Areas
Favorite trails in three states.
by Kurt Rheinheimer
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96 Toughest Hikes: Our Readers Respond
Where are the most difficult trails in the Blue Ridge?
98 Best Recipes
Try out dishes from our Best of the Blue Ridge winning restaurants.
by Carrie Fowler
116 Urban Living in Charleston, WV
A bookseller from England lives and works in the heart of West Virginia’s capital city.
by Caryn Gresham
PHOTOGRAPHY
62 Hugh Morton: A Retrospect
Images of Grandfather Mountain’s history and
wildlife through the lens of
its late patriarch.
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