Season 1

I love the Great Smoky, Blue Ridge and Southern Appalachian Mountains. I love the culture, people, beauty, and recreational opportunities. I love the small towns, each with their own unique personality, and history. I love th...

Since 2009, Pisgah Map Company has been putting their Western North Carolina roots to work for their fellow trail bums. With a unique fusion of elegant design and trail-born intuition, they produce the best maps on the market...

The beauty of the Carolina's is unmatched in terms of diversity, accessibility, and the overall quality of things to do, see, and experience. In this episode, husband and wife duo, Ryan and Terri Watts talk about the heart a...

In this episode we sit down with Eric Woolridge, Appalachian State University Alumni & President of Destination by Design , which is an economic development firm comprised of local government planners, engineers, urban design...

In this episode I sit down with Tubby Kubik, Executive Director of the Blue Ridge Parkway Association and we chat about the history of the Parkway, the unique characteristics of the Blue Ridge Mountains, resources to make you...

In this episode we sit down with Angela Harrell. She is the Owner & Innkeeper of the Cumberland Falls Bed & Breakfast , located in the beautiful and historic Montford District of Asheville. Angela is also a member of the …

In this episode we sit down with Nick Troutman who is a Professional Whitewater Kayaker, Growth Mindset Guru, and Champion Family Man! Nick paddles for Jackson Kayaks and has been a part of the Jackson family heritage for ove...

In this episode we sit down with Clayton Manche, a lifelong native of Asheville, and Owner of Asheville Adventures , a Locally-lead Adventure Tour Company that offers The Greatest Private Hiking Tours in Asheville. Receiving ...

The Western North Carolina Mountains are beautiful all year, but they really show off their colors and stunning beauty in Autumn and Fall. In this episode we break down the Fall Color Map for North Carolina by Appalachian Sta...

It is common for people who visit the western North Carolina mountains to instantly fall in love with the area. From outdoor adventure enthusiasts and waterfall explorers to anglers and scenic byway drivers, those who love t...

Thomas C. Webb is an Emmy award-winning film and video creator who has dedicated his life to waking up at 3am, enduring -30-degree temperatures and climbing to spine-tingling heights to capture the perfect shot. Bringing the ...

When the weather begins to cool off in the Southeast it means the best season of the year is fast approaching. Apple picking, a favorite fall pastime, actually begins in early September in western North Carolina. And, no appl...

In this episode we highlight some of the latest places we’ve been exploring. Exploration Local Host, Mike Andress, shares some of his favorite small mountain towns, new hikes, waterfalls, scenic drives & mountain biking trail...

Leslie Restivo lives in Boone, NC. She is very comfortable in the backcountry of the Highlands and the rugged and scenic Linville Gorge. She has been known to rappel deep into the Gorge to grab the perfect shot. She is …

Years of careful study has proven that spending time in a forest can reduce stress, anxiety, depression and anger; strengthen the immune system, improve cardiovascular and metabolic health and boost overall well-being. Explor...

After a three month, 14K mile father-and-son camping trip that included 49 campgrounds,, 20 states and provinces across the USA and Canada, and visiting numerous national parks and forests along the way, Earl B. Hunter Jr was...

Are you looking to spice up your mountain getaway? Look no further than DuPont Yurts . Listen in as Sherry & Terry McCracken, owners of DuPont Yurts , talk about how an impromptu wedding anniversary trip staying in a Yurt …

Yashdeep Kumar immigrated to the United States from India to attend the University of Tennessee Health Science Center and pursue his Biomedical Engineering Graduate Degree. Listen in as Yashdeep shares amazing stories and tal...

The #VanLife movement has taken over social media with more than 7.3 million mentions on Instagram alone. Breathtaking photos of people who have sold their world belongings, purchased a van and headed out on the open road lea...

Will Lovett, a rising senior majoring in Marketing & Management at UNC Asheville doesn't just love mountain biking, he also loves to spread the mountain biking STOKE to his fellow students. He and a group of entrepreneurial f...

Inspired by their deep roots and heritage in outdoor equipment manufacturing, SylvanSport designs products that make playing in the outdoors easy, fun, and accessible. In 2004, SylvanSport set out to make the most innovative ...

We sit down with Mary Jo Gordon, Marketing & Communication Specialist with Transylvania County Tourism to get a behind the scenes look at what it is like to support & promote a beautiful mountain destination. Brevard and Tran...

Headwaters is dedicated to providing family-friendly outings along the French Broad River, and beyond: from big groups of 20 family members to the most elite fisher men and women! Their customer service is unmatched and their...

Matt Moses is the President and CEO of USA Raft in Erwin, TN. The USA Raft Adventure Resort is nestled between the Cherokee National Forest (with the AT running right through the edge of the property) and the Nolichucky Rive...