by Daniel Sapp | Sep 8, 2023 | Blog
by Annette Saunooke Clapsaddle Annette at the Jackrabbit Trails near Hayesville, NC When I was a teenager, the otherwise sunflower-speckled walls of my bedroom were covered in neon sticky notes that read: WIN STATE. All I wanted was for my basketball team, high school...
by Daniel Sapp | Sep 8, 2023 | Blog
In an era where technology often dominates educational discourse, Merrick-Moore Elementary in Durham Public Schools (DPS) is offering a distinctive approach centered around outdoor education. At the forefront of this initiative is Stephen Mullaney, a teacher with a...
by Daniel Sapp | Aug 17, 2023 | Blog
Ciara Wilder Massingale loves trail running and nature’s serenity. As an ultra runner, trail and Uwharrie enthusiast, amateur nature photographer, and the founder of Wilder Uwharrie Trail Running in Asheboro, NC, Ciara’s trail experiences tell an...
by Daniel Sapp | Aug 17, 2023 | Blog
Nestled in the heart of Montgomery County, NC, the Uwharrie National Forest serves as a beacon for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and campers alike. But in recent times, it’s taken on a new, heartwarming role as a haven for the shelter dogs of Montgomery County...
by Daniel Sapp | Jul 21, 2023 | Blog
As the summer sun starts to scorch and the humidity climbs seemingly higher each day, it’s time to plan your escape into the shaded forests, cool waters, and higher altitudes of North Carolina’s less trafficked trails. From the misty mountains to the breezy...
by Daniel Sapp | Jul 21, 2023 | Blog
By Sean Higgins, Education Manager, North Carolina State Parks “Not hiking, that’s boring. I want to play”.Hit the brakes! Blow the whistle! Cut scene! Those words, articulated by a 3-year-old, fundamentally changed my philosophy of hiking. In 2013,...
