One Day Wilderness: Needles Eye
If there is one thing I have learned about hikers in the south, it’s that they are very protective of their wilderness areas. That being said, I don’t feel that special places like this are for the elite few who know there whereabouts exclusively because over time the forests swallow them up. They are meant […]
Enlightened Equipment’s Hooligan Beanie
I have been rocking this synthetic Apex beanie for a while, mostly on guided trips when the weather sucks and it’s cold. At just under an ounce, this beanie is quite light and warm. One of the best things about the Apex insulation is how fast it can warm up compared to down. You will […]
Weekend Gem: Standing Indian Loop
The Standing Indian Loop is one of the best loops in NC, plain and simple. From the lookout tower on Albert Mtn. to the great camping at Beech Gap. Every step on this 25 mile trek is amazing and relatively simple due to the easy, rolling terrain of the A.T. in this section. Start your […]