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From Rails to Trails: The Ecusta Trail’s Role in Linking Communities and Outdoor Spaces

Send us a text Trail by trail, North Carolina is weaving a network of connections that transforms how we move, gather, and experience our communities. The Ecusta Trail stands as a prime example—a visionary 20-mile rail-to-trail corridor that will soon link Hendersonville to Brevard along a historic railroad line that once united these mountain towns. Joan Lyons and Emma Pindur, engineers with JMT, bring complementary perspectives to this transformative work. Joan studied in the Netherlands, ...

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May 20, 2025

From Rails to Trails: The Ecusta Trail’s Role in Linking Communities …

Send us a text Trail by trail, North Carolina is weaving a network of connections that transforms how we move, gather, and experience our communities. The Ecusta Trail stands as a prime example—a visionary 20-mile rail-to-trail corridor that will soon link Hendersonville to Brevard along a historic…

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April 23, 2025

Wander Far, Explore Local: A New Kind of Adventure

Send us a text I'm redefining what adventure means after discovering the joy of exploring greenways and rail trails. From Colorado's Aspen-lined paths to Kentucky's riverside greenways, these accessible trails have transforme...

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March 19, 2025

Preserving Appalachia: The Power of Documentary Storytelling with Mou…

Send us a text Every region has its stories, but few places weave storytelling into their cultural fabric quite like Appalachia. Bob Peck, the visionary behind Mountainwater Films , has dedicated himself to capturing these na...

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Feb. 14, 2025

Rising Above the Storm: The Resilience and Community Spirit Behind Se…

Send us a text What if the unexpected storm of the century could teach us about resilience and community strength? Join us for an extraordinary conversation with Russ Towers, the inspiring co-founder of Second Gear , as he re...

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Jan. 21, 2025

Skiing/Riding Beyond the Ordinary at Hatley Pointe

Send us a text Come along with me as I embark on a snowy adventure at the newly revamped Hatley Pointe Ski Resort in Western North Carolina. Set against a picturesque winter backdrop, we explore this mountain gem, which has b...

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Dec. 31, 2024

Recovering Western North Carolina: Resilience, Responsible Travel, an…

Send us a text Join us for an insightful and inspiring journey into the heart of Western North Carolina as we explore the region's remarkable resilience following the devastation of Hurricane Helene. In this episode, we speak...

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