June 2013

On the way to Buzzard Rocks.

Easy Vacation Hikes

As a part of a journey to Baltimore to visit my brother and see the Birds, and then on to Ocean City, Md., The Day Hiker got off pretty easy two hikes in a row.

The Future of the Mountains: Damien Heath

View a view interview with Damien Heath, owner and chef of Lot 12 Public House in Berkeley Springs, W.Va., profiled in Cara Modisett's July/August 2013 story about 25 Gen-X and Gen-Yers Changing the Mountains for the Better.
Lemongrass Imperial India Pale Ale, with lemongrass, fresh lemon zest and wildflower honey, (8.5%) at Nantahala Brewing Company.

Brewery Hopping in the Blue Ridge

There’s a bit of a revolution going on in these mountains – led not by soldiers but by adventurous brewers who are combining flavors to create beers with nuances as many, varied and subtle as in the best wines. Come on along as we sample just a few.

The Future of the Mountains: Erika Johnson

Hear more from Cara Modisett's interview with FloydFest's very own Erika Johnson, profiled in Cara's July/August 2013 story about 25 Gen-X and Gen-Yers Changing the Mountains for the Better!

The Future of the Mountains: Kathlina Alford

Hear more from Tennessee Aquarium Conservation Institute Research Associate Kathlina Alford, profiled in Cara Modisett's July/August 2013 story about 25 Gen-X and Gen-Yers Changing the Mountains for the Better!

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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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