Articles From Sept/Oct 2016

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Old Pals, New Books

We’re privileged to present excerpts of two new books in this issue, and to get to talk a little about a third one.
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Pride in our Patriarch

A new book from the founder of Grandfather Mountain's modern trail management program celebrates all things Grandfather. Following are a few sample photos from the new book "Grandfather Mountain: The History and Guide to an Appalachian Icon."
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This Magic Moment

Sometimes, the best encouragement for first-time hikers is a little trail magic-- preferably the sugary, edible kind.
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Fall Beauty

All through autumn we hear a double voice: one says everything is ripe; the other says everything is dying. The paradox is exquisite. We feel what the Japanese call "aware"-an almost untranslatable word meaning something like "Beauty tinged with sadn
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Fascinating Flavors of West Virginia

Come on along as our dining writers discover the variety and excellence of West Virginia cuisine.

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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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