by Daniel Sapp | Jan 31, 2025 | Blog
In the wake of Hurricane Helene, the landscapes and communities of Western North Carolina have faced an unprecedented test. The storm’s damage was catastrophic, altering the southern Appalachian region in unimaginable ways—forests flattened, homes and...
by Daniel Sapp | Jul 1, 2024 | Blog
How do you follow an event like Year of the Trail? You don’t. You build on it. Last year’s Year of the Trail was intended to promote North Carolina’s vast trail system. Hiking trails, sure, but paddling, biking and equestrian as well. Year of the Trail events...
by admin | Dec 17, 2023 | Blog
In the heart of Sampson County, North Carolina, a remarkable initiative is quietly reshaping the landscape and rejuvenating the spirit of a community. The Great Coharie River Initiative, launched in 2015, is a testament to the resilience and determination of the...
by Daniel Sapp | Sep 29, 2023 | Blog
Throughout Year of the Trail, we’ve heard multiple stories of triumph, resilience, and adaptation surface, weaving a rich tapestry of experiences and achievements. One such story that particularly resonates with September’s theme of setting and achieving...
by Daniel Sapp | Sep 29, 2023 | Blog
Is it possible to accidentally have a 3-1/2-year streak of daily outdoor exercise? Well, it’s complicated…follow along as Jeff Rezeli recounts firsthand how his wife has consistently made it outside every single day for what’s soon to be four years amidst...
by Daniel Sapp | Sep 29, 2023 | Blog
Hailing from the trails and paths of North Carolina, Benjy “Doc” Brown is not just a lifelong resident but also an ardent adventurer. The Mountains-to-Sea Trail (MST) caught Benjy’s attention in 2018. Driven by passion and determination, he decided...
