Posts Tagged ‘2011 — Issue 3 (June/July)’
Hidden Treasures- Georgia
The Southern jewel of the Appalachian range offers as stunning a landscape as any of its northern neighbors. The Simple Sweetness of Amicalola Falls Story by Jamie Goodman Cradled at the base of the Appalachian mountains in northern Georgia, Amicalola Falls State Park is backcountry hiking, car camping, bio-exploring, luxury dining and day tripping all…
Read MoreHidden Treasures- Pennsylvania and Ohio
The mountains of Ohio and Pennsylvania straddle the line between central / southern Appalachia and the cooler climes of the north country peaks. A Migration Corridor in Need of Federal Designation By Jared Schultz “The Broadwing is dive bombing the Red Tail!” cried an enthusiastic young volunteer as she looked through a pair of binoculars…
Read MoreHidden Treasures- North Carolina
As the Old North State embraces ecological protection and heritage tourism, visitors flock to the mountains and foothills. Hot Springs: Peace and Quiet With A Splash of Adventure By Jillian Randel THE HIDDEN TREASURES OF APPALACHIA Intro | Virginia | West Virginia Kentucky | Tennessee | North Carolina Georgia | Pennsylvania & Ohio Resting between…
Read MoreHidden Treasures- Kentucky
From the high mountains to the hills of bluegrass country, Kentucky invites visitors to experience the rich history of its culture and environment. Two Towns Face Trouble Preserving The Past By Jillian Randel Nestled at the bottom of Black Mountain, home of the tallest point in Kentucky, are two unique historic towns, famed for once…
Read MoreHidden Treasures- Tennessee
The beautiful rivers, remote mountains and rich foothills of Tennessee stand their ground against encroaching industrial pollution. Royal Blue Wildlife Management Area By JW Randolph Tennessee’s Great Smoky Mountain National Park is the most visited national park in the entire United States. People flock from all over the world to see the rolling hills and…
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