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Kurt’s Hikes

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Kurt’s June Hikes

Kurt's hikes in June include Carvins Cove, Tinker Creek greenway, Mill Mountain and a few more, with family fun along the way.

Water—Fresh and Salt

Kurt's hikes in May includes a new favorite trail for him and the Greatest Day Hiker.

Kurt’s April 2017 Hikes

Take a look back at Kurt's great hikes in April, with one demanding hike that's as beautiful as ever.

Kurt’s March 2017 Hikes

Kurt and Gail take a few more adventures along the AT. See their March journeys here!

A Good Encounter and a Fine Anniversary

Kurt shares his February hiking travels with us, including a 13th anniversary celebration hike.

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Matthew balances a can atop Mill Mountain! Grayson is bemused; Gail’s kinda impressed.

Kurt’s June Hikes

Kurt's hikes in June include Carvins Cove, Tinker Creek greenway, Mill Mountain and a few more, with family fun along the way.
Gail along the Appalachian Trail near Wilson Creek.

Water—Fresh and Salt

Kurt's hikes in May includes a new favorite trail for him and the Greatest Day Hiker.
Lunch along the Hoop Hole Trail.

Kurt’s April 2017 Hikes

Take a look back at Kurt's great hikes in April, with one demanding hike that's as beautiful as ever.
Kurt at Mill Mountain Overlook

Kurt’s March 2017 Hikes

Kurt and Gail take a few more adventures along the AT. See their March journeys here!
Kurt on Read Mountain, February 2017.

A Good Encounter and a Fine Anniversary

Kurt shares his February hiking travels with us, including a 13th anniversary celebration hike.
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