September 2012

Apparently one way Americans are being put to work is through putting up a lot of signs in the woods.

Trail Signs: The President Was Here?

Dragon's Tooth Trail to Appalachian Trail; AT to Dragon's Tooth and back. 5.2 miles.
Even on a hot day, Buffalo Mountain is breezy and cool, with great views.

A Ballad for Funnel Cakes

Buffalo Mountain in Floyd County, Va. Up up up up and back. 2 miles.
Well, you bad dog, was the skunk encounter worth it?

Dog Meets Skunk, and Other Adventures

Andy Lane Trail to Scorched Earth Gap; Appalachian Trail to... Lambert's Meadow Shelter and back. 7.4 miles.
Matthew carries Lily's never-needed carry pack on the way up the Star Trail.

Mill Mountain with a Four-Year-Old Hiker Chick

Mill Mountain Star Trail up and down. 3.4 miles.
Kurt, and one of the remnants of old mountain homes visible along the trail.

A Hot-Day Hike in Rock Castle Gorge

Rock Castle Gorge loop hike. 10.8 miles.

Departments

Behind Blue Ridge Country

Even More Sweet Virginia Breezes

Casually cruising to Claytor Lake in southwest Virginia, I felt like I had come home – back to where it

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