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Plan Your Brevard, NC Family Trip in 10 Minutes (No Stress Required)

Plan Your Brevard, NC Family Trip in 10 Minutes (No Stress Required)

by Lee Cloer | May 12, 2026 | 828 Towns, Brevard, Family, Hike, Outdoors, Things to Do | 0 comments

Planning a mountain vacation does not have to feel overwhelming. Brevard, North Carolina makes it easy for families to mix waterfalls, easy hikes, kid-friendly fun, and relaxing downtown strolls into one memorable trip. Whether you are planning a quick weekend...
3-Day Family Itinerary for Hendersonville, NC

3-Day Family Itinerary for Hendersonville, NC

by Lee Cloer | Apr 21, 2026 | 828 Towns, Family, Hendersonville, Hike, Outdoors, Things to Do | 0 comments

Your 3-Day Family Itinerary for Hendersonville, NC (Easy, Fun & Memorable) TL;DR: Quick Trip Highlights Stay close to everything with cabins, resorts, or kid-friendly lodging Mix outdoor fun like waterfalls and orchards with downtown exploring Plan simple meals...
A Beginner’s Guide to Hiking with Kids (That Actually Works for Real Families)

A Beginner’s Guide to Hiking with Kids (That Actually Works for Real Families)

by Lee Cloer | Apr 4, 2026 | Family, Hike, Outdoors, Things to Do | 0 comments

TL;DR: Quick Trail Facts Start small and simple – Short, easy trails help kids feel successful right away. Snacks fix almost everything – Hungry kids = unhappy hikers, so pack extra. Let kids lead the way – Builds confidence and keeps them engaged. Plan for lots of...
Buckeye Creek Trail to the Old School Bus on The Bartram Trail

Buckeye Creek Trail to the Old School Bus on The Bartram Trail

by Lee Cloer | Apr 1, 2026 | Couples, Family, Franklin, Hike, Things to Do | 0 comments

Bartram Trail Exploration near Franklin, NC Last Saturday, while Debra was in Atlanta reffing club volleyball, I rounded up a few friends for a fun mission… find the old school bus along the Bartram Trail. The weather couldn’t have been better. Bright blue skies, cool...
Great Day Hike on Panthertown Valley Trail to Mac’s Gap Loop

Great Day Hike on Panthertown Valley Trail to Mac’s Gap Loop

by Lee Cloer | Mar 31, 2026 | Cashiers, Couples, Family, Glenville, Hike, Romantic, Things to Do, Waterfall | 0 comments

Panthertown Valley Trail to Mac’s Gap Loop (Near Cashiers, NC) Debra was out of town reffing club v-ball in Chattanooga, but the weather was so beautiful that I needed to see some trail time. I needed to locate a good day hike in an area I had not explored before. I...
Hiking Mount Pisgah Trail in NC: What to Know Before You Go

Hiking Mount Pisgah Trail in NC: What to Know Before You Go

by Lee Cloer | Mar 16, 2026 | Couples, Family, Hike, Romantic, Things to Do | 0 comments

I went with a couple of friends this past weekend for my first trip up to Mount Pisgah. We chose the Mount Pisgah Trail, a moderate 4.7 mile, out and back trail. The trail was not crowded at this time of the year, despite the warm Mach weather. I’m looking...
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