Podcast by two middle-aged, beginner hikers who travel upstate South Carolina and western North Carolina providing reviews, tips, tricks, and real information about the many hiking trails in the region. We cater to new hikers, people in less-than-perfect shape (like us), and those just looking for accurate information on difficulty, length, scenery, and experiences. This is a fun take designed to help inexperienced adventurers get outdoors.
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DuPont State Forest: Triple Falls, High Falls, and Hooker Falls Trails
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This week, we discuss an incredible trail route in North Carolina's DuPont State Forest: the Triple Falls, High Falls, and Hooker Falls trails. Donna talks about the Bedford Boys, men from a small town in Virginia who lost the most lives per capita during D-Day than any other in the U.S., and we review our favorite hiking water shoes - Eddie Bauer …
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Blue Ridge Parkway: Graveyard Fields Loop Trail
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This week, we discuss a waterfall loop trail on the Blue Ridge Parkway, the Graveyard Fields Loop with upper and lower falls spurs. Donna talks about the Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute and reviews her favorite hiking boots - Keen Pyrenees.Door Casual Climbers
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Pisgah National Forest: Pink Beds Loop Trail
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This week, we discuss a fascinating loop trail in the Pisgah National Forest, the Pink Beds Loop. Donna tells the story of the birth of forestry in the U.S., the amazing Edith Vanderbilt Dresser, and we review the Cradle of Forestry Visitor Center in the park.Door Casual Climbers
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Blue Ridge Parkway: Craggy Bottoms Trail
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This week, we discuss a great trail right on the Blue Ridge Parkway: Craggy Gardens Trail. Donna tells the story of the first white settlers to the area and the bravery of two women, including an American patriot Ruth Davidson, and we review the Craggy Gardens Visitor Center right on the parkway.Door Casual Climbers
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Great Smoky Mountains National Park: Metcalf Bottoms Trail
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This week, we discuss a fairly easy, but historically significant trail in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park: the Metcalf Bottoms trail and Walker Sisters homestead. Donna tells the story of the incredible and fascinating Walker Sisters of Greenbrier Cove, and I review GuideAlong, a great app for traveling.…
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Table Rock State Park: Pinnacle Mountain Falls Trail
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This week, we discuss a very challenging, but interesting trail at Table Rock State Park in South Carolina: the Pinnacle Mountain Falls trail. Donna tells the story of the prehistoric petroglyphs on the mountain, and I review my new favorite hiking backpack.Door Casual Climbers
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Keowee-Toxaway State Park: Natural Bridge Loop Trail
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This week, we discuss a short, but beautiful trail at Keowee-Toxaway State Park in South Carolina: the Natural Bridge Loop trail. Donna tells the story of the now-submerged 18th century Fort Prince George, and we review Sassafras Mountain Observation Tower, the highest point in the state.Door Casual Climbers
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Jones Gap State Park: Rainbow Falls Trail
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This week, we discuss the very challenging Rainbow Falls trail at Jones Gap State Park. Donna tells the story of famous American roadbuilder Solomon Jones, and we review a great local hangout and diner: F-Mart in Marietta, SC. This one definitely brought the pain for us unfit hikers, and you won't want to miss our tips to make it the best hike poss…
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Stumphouse Tunnel and Issaqueena Falls
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This week, we have an easy "two-fer" featuring the Issaqueena Falls waterfall and unfinished 19th century train tunnel in upstate South Carolina. We also discuss the tunnel history and construction and the legend about Issaqueena Falls, as well as a product review of my new favorite hiking accessory.…
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Oconee State Park: Hidden Falls Trail
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This week, we talk about a trail featuring two waterfalls in upstate South Carolina: Hidden Falls Trail at Oconee State Park. We also discuss the incredible historic Cherokee Trail Trees you can see on the trail, as well as the nearby Museum of the Cherokee in South Carolina.Door Casual Climbers
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Oconee Station State Historical Site: Station Cove Falls Trail
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This week, we talk about one of the easiest, yet most rewarding waterfall hikes in upstate South Carolina: The Station Cove Falls trail. We also discuss the 18th Century buildings at the park, as well as one of the coolest little produce stand/general stores in the region - Picket Post Produce.Door Casual Climbers
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Table Rock State Park: Carrick Creek Loop
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This week, we discuss one of the most beautiful trails in upstate South Carolina: the Carrick Creek Loop at Table Rock State Park. Donna tells us the story of an early Table Rock hiker that you won't want to miss, and we talk about Aunt Sue's Country Corner.Door Casual Climbers
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Caesar's Head State Park: Raven Cliff Falls Trail
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This week, we cover Raven Cliff Falls trail at Caesar's Head State Park. We also discuss the creation of the very unique Devil's Kitchen feature at the park, a great local coffee shop for a nice place to eat and recover, and we review we favorite hiking app. Also, Donna may just find Roy braiding Bigfoot's hair one day.…
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Special Episode: Interview with Park Ranger Shawn Llewellyn
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In this week's special episode, Donna and Roy interview Paris Mountain State Park Ranger Shawn Llewellyn, one of the architects of many trails in the South Carolina state park system. He gives us a ton useful information on trail design and upkeep, special tips on trails at the park, his favorite trails, and how new hikers can get the best experien…
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Paris Mountain State Park Part 6: Sulphur Springs Trail
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In our final episode in the Paris Mountain State Parks trail series, we review the park's flagship trail. We also introduce two new segments: Fun Facts and Product Reviews. In this week's Fun Facts, we discuss the hilarious story of Richard Pearis, the park's namesake. Donna and Roy review their trekking poles, and help new hikers understand what t…
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Paris Mountain State Park Part 5: Feel-The-Burn Hikes
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This week, we cover the tough Brissy Ridge and Pipsissewa trails. Overall, not our favorites, but there are some real highlights. Also, Donna rats out Roy for putting forest stuff in his mouth!Door Casual Climbers
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Paris Mountain State Park Part 4: Feel-The-Burn Hikes
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This week, we cover the Kanuga and North Lake Loop trails - 6.65 miles of feel-the-burn outdoor fun. This is one you won't want to miss while at the park!Door Roy Padrick
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Paris Mountain State Park Part 3: Break-a-Sweat Hikes
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In this episode, we detail two break-a-sweat hikes for beginners at Paris Mountain State Park: Sassafras Loop trail and the Sulpher-Springs/Firetower/Kanuga Loop trail. Designed for beginner hikers or out-of-shape middle-agers like us, this podcast will provide useful info on the difficulty of the hikes (the REAL difficulty), completion times, and …
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Paris Mountain State Park Part 2: Easy Hikes
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In this episode, we detail the two more easy hikes for beginners at Paris Mountain State Park: Mountain Creek Trail and Mountain Lake via Sulpher Springs. Designed for beginner hikers or out-of-shape middle-agers like us, this podcast will provide useful info on the difficulty of the hikes (the REAL difficulty), completion times, and tips for brand…
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Paris Mountain State Park Part 1: Easy Hikes
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In our inaugural episode, we detail the two easiest hikes for beginners at Paris Mountain State Park in Greenville, SC. Designed for beginner hikers or out-of-shape middle-agers like us, this podcast will provide useful info on the difficulty of the hikes (the REAL difficulty), completion times, and tips for brand new hikers.…
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