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Wilderness Fishing in Western North Carolina: Traditional Techniques for Long-Term Food Security

July 1, 2025 by Andreas Leave a Comment

laurel creek

Western North Carolina’s mountain streams have sustained traditional fishing practices for thousands of years. The Cherokee developed sophisticated methods using handmade gear, natural baits, and deep ecological knowledge that modern practitioners can learn today. These time-tested techniques work consistently for long-term food security, from crafting hooks from bone and thorns to reading water like ancient texts. Brook trout, rainbow trout, and smallmouth bass respond to seasonal patterns that wilderness anglers can exploit with patient observation and traditional skills.

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Filed Under: Appalachian Life, Environment and Sustainability, Fishing Guides, How To, Outdoor Activities, Outdoor Skills, Recreational Fishing, Wild Food Tagged With: Appalachian fishing, Brook Trout, bushcraft, Cherokee techniques, handmade fishing gear, Mountain Streams, natural baits, primitive fishing, seasonal fishing, traditional fishing, traditional knowledge, Western North Carolina, wilderness skills

WNC Backpacking Guide: Great Smoky Mountains, Pisgah National Forest & Blue Ridge Parkway Routes

June 27, 2025 by Andreas Leave a Comment

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Western North Carolina’s premier backpacking destinations, from the iconic Great Smoky Mountains National Park with its 100+ backcountry campsites to the challenging Art Loeb Trail through Pisgah National Forest. This comprehensive guide covers permit requirements, seasonal considerations, safety protocols, and detailed route descriptions for multi-day adventures across the region’s most spectacular wilderness areas.

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Filed Under: Backpacking, Campground, Camping, Hiking, Natural Wonders, Trail Guide Tagged With: appalachian trail, art loeb trail, backpacking nc, hiking trails, mountain backpacking, nc camping, Outdoor Recreation, Pisgah National Forest, smoky mountains, wilderness hiking

Mountain Biking Brevard NC: Mile of Trails in Pisgah and DuPont Forest

June 26, 2025 by Andreas Leave a Comment

Brandon and Evan ride mountain bikes in Dupont State Forest near Brevard, NC.

600+ Trails, World-Class Pisgah & DuPont Riding, and Everything You Need for the Ultimate North Carolina Mountain Biking Adventure Brevard, North Carolina stands as the “Cycling Capital of the South,” offering over 600 trails across 400+ miles of world-class singletrack within a 30-minute radius. This Western North Carolina mountain town delivers an unparalleled combination of […]

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Filed Under: Adventure Sports, Gear, Mountain Biking, Outdoor Activities, Trail Guide Tagged With: appalachian mountain biking, Blue Ridge Mountains, brevard mountain biking, brevard nc, cycling capital of the south, Dupont State Forest, dupont trails, mountain bike trails, mountain bike vacation, mountain biking guide, north carolina trails, Pisgah National Forest, pisgah trails, Western North Carolina

Into the Orange: Chasing Sunsets Across Western North Carolina

June 25, 2025 by Andreas Leave a Comment

Hike to the best sunset views in Western North Carolina. From balds like Black Balsam to lakes and fire towers, this guide covers year-round spots for campers who want a real view.

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Filed Under: Camping, Hiking, North Carolina, Sunset Tagged With: blue ridge camping, north carolina hikes, sunsets

Hanging Loose: A Field Test of ENO’s Most Popular Hammocks

June 24, 2025 by Andreas Leave a Comment

We tested ENO’s DoubleNest, SingleNest, and TravelNest hammocks across trails, campsites, and music festivals in Western North Carolina. Here’s how each one holds up in the real world.

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Filed Under: Camping, Gear, Outdoor Activities Tagged With: backpacking gear, backyard gear, camping gear, doublenest, eno hammocks, hammock review, music festival gear, singlenest, travelnest

How to Become a Hipcamp Host

June 24, 2025 by Andreas Leave a Comment

More and more landowners are turning campsites into income. From city backyards to quiet woodlots, Hipcamp makes it easy to host but doing it well takes more than just a listing. Here’s what you need to know.

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Filed Under: Campground, Hosting, Land Tagged With: camping business, glamping, Hipcamp, hosting, landowners, off-grid camping, rural income, urban camping

Hiking in the Rain in Western North Carolina

June 23, 2025 by Andreas Leave a Comment

clouds over mountains

Hiking in the rain offers quiet trails, vibrant scenery, and cool fresh air. Especially in Western North Carolina. With the right gear and a bit of planning, wet weather hikes can be some of the most rewarding.

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Filed Under: Gear, Health & Wellness, Hiking Tagged With: forest bathing, hiking gear, Hiking Safety, Mental Health, rain hiking, rainy day trails, solo hiking, waterfall hikes, Western North Carolina

The Mushroom That Looks Like a Brain and Tastes Like Crab: Foraging Lion’s Mane in Western North Carolina

June 22, 2025 by Andreas Leave a Comment

Lion's Mane

Lion’s mane mushrooms appear in North Carolina’s hardwood forests from late summer through fall. This guide covers where to find them, how to harvest them legally, and how to cook them once you do.

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Filed Under: Appalachian Life, Conservation, Foraging, How To, Mushroom Foraging, Outdoor Activities, Outdoor Cooking, Wild Food Tagged With: lion’s mane, mushroom foraging, outdoor adventures, Western North Carolina

7 Best Swimming Holes Near Asheville NC With Deep Mountain Pools

June 22, 2025 by Andreas Leave a Comment

Summer in the North Carolina mountains gets hot fast. If you’re near Asheville and want a cold swim in clear water, these deep mountain pools are some of the best around. Most are under two hours from town and offer easy access, short hikes, or both. Skinny Dip Falls was once the go-to, but storm damage shut it down. These spots fill that gap and then some.

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Filed Under: Day Trips, Swimming, Waterfalls Tagged With: Asheville NC, Courthouse Falls, Dupont State Forest, Gorges State Park, mountain hikes, Pisgah National Forest, Sliding Rock, summer swimming, Swimming Holes, Waterfalls, Western North Carolina

Congress Wants to Sell 250 Million Acres of Public Land

June 21, 2025 by Andreas Leave a Comment

A forest hiking trail bathed in golden morning light

A sweeping budget bill threatens to sell off over 250 million acres of public land. Including cherished trails, forests, and wildlife corridors. From the Boundary Waters to the Sierra Nevada, Americans are sounding the alarm.

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Filed Under: Conservation, Public Lands Tagged With: 5 Calls app, affordable housing myth, Boundary Waters, Colorado public lands, Cow Mountain, Grand Teton, land sell-off, Mike Lee, NEPA rollback, OBBB, One Big Beautiful Bill, outdoor economy, public land defense, save public lands, Sierra Nevada, tribal sovereignty, Yosemite

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