May 2018

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Will Wagner: Rescue Guy

He combines his love of the outdoors with a penchant to help others.
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Digger Jay: Fresh, Local

Jay Marion's work in the ground creates a connection between his grandparents and his grandson.
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Sweet Virginia Breezes: A Revisit

In the third of our 30th Anniversary look-backs, we find a blend of old and new.
The Amtrak Cardinal pulls into tiny, historic Thurmond, West Virginia, from where travelers can arrange an exploration of the New River Gorge.

Let’s Roll: Riding the Amtrak Cardinal Through the Mountains

The wonders of the train include, well, not driving, as well as great stops to explore along the way.
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Best of the Mountains

Our readers have spoken! Here are their picks for the best people, places, things and more in the Southern Appalachians.

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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

CALENDAR OF EVENTS