Ekaneetlee Trace
The search for a forgotten crossing from North Carolina to Tennessee My relationship with Ekaneetlee runs as long as the creek. Since first reading of this secret passage from North Carolina into Tennessee, I was consumed with a desire to … Continued
Big Ridge
it was peak leaf weekend.
Hangover 2023
On Saturday, we were joined by Micah, Robbie and Mikayla. They brought excellent weather.
walnut bottoms
It’s looking to be a beautiful fall, I think the colors are going to be exceptional. I hope you’re able to get out and enjoy them. I will try to do better with content here. peace to all!
The Meigs Line
https://cityviewmag.com/the-meigs-line/ Walking in the footsteps of a forgotten expedition Iwas surfing through bottomless rhododendron patches on Blanket Mountain for miles. This stretch out of Elkmont, Tennessee, in the Smokies, was as off trail as it gets. My objective was a … Continued
Grassy Ridge Bald
Yo Yo and I met up for a quick overnight on the AT at Carver’s Gap. It was chilly up there at almost six thousand feet. Plenty of company. After all, this is what Roan Mtn is known for. The … Continued
Lightning in a Bottle
Prior to his service as a Seabee during the Second World War, my uncle Jay was quite the prankster. I’ve oft envisioned him scouring the family farm fields on the Jefferson/Hamblen county line, glass jar in hand, filling it with … Continued
Neels Gap to Dick’s Creek
So I’m very pleased to be caught up with Frank and reaching the 700 mile marker on the Appalachian trail. This is such an enjoyable section it ranks up there as one of my favorite. I don’t think you’ll ever … Continued