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1. Great North Mountain Winter Adventure

   20 Dec 2020

   Last week I completed a 13-mile backpacking trip on the Great North Mountain in the George Washington National Forest. The trip covered parts of Virginia and West Virginia. The snow-covered forest was magical, the views endless, and the night bitterly cold. Fortunately, we were well-prepared to spend a night in…

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2. Dodging the Crowds at Dolly Sods

   15 Nov 2020

   In October, I hiked Dolly Sods Wilderness to check out the fall colors Dolly Sods Wilderness is a rugged place. The area is largely a plateau on the Allegheny Front with elevations ranging from 2,500 to over 4,700 feet. It absorbs a constant assault by the elements, especially the wind.…

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