July 2016

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2016 Mountain Bucket List

Throughout the seven states, there's so much to do and see.
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Happy 100th! National Park Service Celebrates in the Mountains

The Southern Appalachians are dotted with NPS properties. Here's a look at some of their celebrations.
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National Park Service: 6.7 Million Volunteer Hours

"They are the trail keepers, ensuring every footpath is ready for others to enjoy."
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Shindig on the Green Celebrates 50th

It's all about the heritage of the region, and this year the Shindig has added a few special things to celebrate its 50th.
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South Carolina’s Foothills Trail

The 77-mile trek can be even more fun when you do it in day hikes, and when your fellow hiker is the executive director of the Foothills Trail Conference.

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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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