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 | Oct 27, 2023 | Uncategorized
Charles A. Flink, FASLA, Greenways Incorporated The North Carolina General Assembly enacted the 2023-2024 budget, and the Great Trails Program received almost $55 million in funding for future trail development. This is GREAT news for North Carolinians and, from the...
by Daniel Sapp | Oct 24, 2023 | Uncategorized
Trails don’t build themselves and it takes a great deal of motivation and innovation to get trails on the ground. Beth Heile took it upon herself to champion trails in Valdese that have become a seven-figure asset to the local economy and provide countless...
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...
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...
