Humans have sought the skies for millennia. they have obsessed, slaved, and died in the pursuit of the feeling of peace and weightlessness previously found only in dreams and legends. caught…
Capital Adventurist
Take a day or a week to access and explore a new perspective on one of the oldest rivers in the world. The cutting course of a river meanders over time. Patiently…
Let no man be ashamed to kneel in the woods for they were God’s first temples. -Ernest Hemingway [dropcap]T[/dropcap]here has always been a balance of conflict and adoration between humanity and…
When it comes to adventures in Western North Carolina, there are few things more inspiring than reaching a beautiful waterfall tucked away in a dense forest. Whether it’s enjoying the…
Mountain Biking
By Eric Crews While mountain bikers across the southeast have known for years that Pisgah National Forest offered some of the best mountain biking in the United States, the rest of…
Cross-Country Skiing
Anyone who has ever trudged any considerable distance through even marginally deep snow knows full well that traveling through a snow pack is hard work and not easily enjoyed—unless, that…
The Asheville Marathon at Biltmore Estate
With breathtaking views, meticulously preserved forests, and activities for everyone among the 8,000 acres of property surrounding the Biltmore Estate, it’s clear that “america’s largest backyard” is an outdoor enthusiast’s…
Rock Climbing
[mepr-rule id=”2467″ ifallowed=”show”] [/mepr-rule] For local rock climber Ron Funderburke, who works full time with Fox Mountain Guides, there is a fine line between work and play. As a climber, he…
Technical Motorcycle Riding
[mepr-rule id=”2467″ ifallowed=”show”] “Travelling by car is like watching a movie, riding a motorcycle is like being in a movie.” — Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance [/mepr-rule] There…
Inland Sailing
Long-time Southern California transplant, Barney Sokol was not on the dock when I arrived for our interview on inland sailing. I met a proud grandfather instead. Larry Janow pointed to…