The first time I winter backpacked, I woke up convinced my nose had fallen off.
It was still attached. Barely. My water bottle was frozen solid. My boots felt like concrete bricks. And I lay there in the blue-dark silence…
Brandy Arnold
You’re standing on a deserted hiking trail, mist swirling around your boots. Trees sway ominously in the distance. Then, you hear it. Slow, shuffling footsteps. A guttural, throaty groan. Zombies. But, you're a backpacker. You're basically zombie apocalypse ready. …
When Emma Rowena Gatewood set out to hike the Appalachian Trail (AT) solo in 1955, she wasn’t equipped with state-of-the-art hiking boots, ultralight gear, or even a proper backpack. Instead, she carried a duffel sack over her shoulder, wore Keds…
East Tennessee is a haven for nature lovers, offering diverse ecosystems and an abundance of wildlife. From the towering peaks of the Smokies to the tranquil valleys and rivers, it’s a playground for hikers and wildlife photographers alike. With so…