joetherealdeal
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The Spirit of the Appalachian Trail
The Appalachian Trail tells the human story of those who came before us: Native Americans, frontiersman,…
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Signal Knob in the Fall
Avoid the crowds of leafpeepers
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Pick up a Pawpaw
On a warm fall day, there is nothing like the sweet taste of a ripe Pawpaw…
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Are there snakes here?
From tiny worm snakes to big rat snakes, Fairfax County is home to a variety of…
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Margaritas
Have you ever wanted to celebrate Cinco de Mayo – or any other day – with…
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April Fuels Day
“How much fuel do I need for my new backpacking stove?” was a common question at…
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Before and After
What you do before and after your trip makes all the difference.
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Trout Pond and Wolf Gap
Backpacking with big views, wildflowers, and mountain springs.
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A Lighting Epiphany: Rechargeable Lights
Rechargeable lights are the best option for camping and backpacking.
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Village-to-Village hiking in Europe
Walking is the original “slow travel,” and village-to-village hiking is my favorite vacation.
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Sweet Run State Park
Virginia’s new state park offers 11 miles of scenic hiking trails and surprising fishing opportunities.
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Elizabeth Furnace Recreation Area
Camping, fishing, hiking, and backpacking are all here for you!
