Adventures
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Silver Falls
Silver Falls isn’t the most impressive waterfall in the U.P. but still has beauty and charm.
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Visiting Helton Creek Falls in Georgia
Helton Creek Falls was a spontaneous stop for me on my journey through northern Georgia, and I am so happy I found it. If you’re looking for a beautiful waterfall with very little hiking effort, Helton Creek Falls needs to be on your list. This spot delivers two stunning waterfalls along a short and easily…
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Summiting Blood Mountain: A Taste of the Appalachian Trail
For as long as I can remember, I have loved the idea of hiking on the Appalachian Trail (AT). It is a hiker’s dream. The chance to explore what feels like endless miles of rugged singletrack through multiple states, deep within the wildest areas of the country. While a months-long thru-hiking adventure might not be…
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A Cozy Cabin Stay Vogel State Park in Georgia
Every once in a while, I find a place that is truly special. A place where, shortly after I leave, I’m already daydreaming of my return trip. Vogel State Park in Georgia is one of those places.
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My Day of Adventure at Cumberland Falls State Park, Kentucky
I’ve driven through and camped in Kentucky multiple times, but have never taken the time to stop and explore Cumberland Falls State Park. This time was different. This time, I intentionally stopped so I could discover the beauty of this Corbin, Kentucky gem.
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Returning to Trail Weekend 50K
We often spend our miles chasing the “next big experience”. Whether that’s new trails, new races, or unfamiliar horizons. But every so often, there’s a race that comes along that feels less like a challenge to conquer and more like a tradition to keep. The Trail Weekend 50K is that race for me. Returning to…
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Exploring Crooked Lake Trail in Pinckney Recreation Area
When the call for a challenging day on the trails comes, one destination in Southeast Michigan always answers. Pinckney Recreation Area. While many runners, backpackers, and hikers flock to its famous neighbor, the Potawatomi Trail, the Crooked Lake Trail offers a shorter but equally rewarding option.
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Michigan’s Gem: Exploring the North Country Trail in Yankee Springs
I was looking for some new scenery for my long run. What I discovered wasn’t just a new trail, but an entirely new experience on the North Country Trail (NCT).
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A Bucket List Worthy Waterfall: Miners Falls
When you think of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, you often think of the iconic painted cliffs. But the waterfalls are my favorite. Miner’s Falls is one Michigan waterfall that should be on everyone’s bucket list. It is beautiful, powerful, and accessible by a relatively short and shaded walk in the woods.
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From Banshee to Piglet: A Celebration of Delilah
Nearly six months ago, I lost my beagle boy, Brisco, to cancer. Since then, I have been trying to learn how to live without him. At the same time, I had to learn how to navigate the relationship I had with my beagle girl, Delilah. Delilah had never been a single dog. Ever since we…