by Lee Cloer | May 4, 2021 | Things to Do, Outdoors
Oh, the Places You’ll Go! Beautiful views, delectable foods, incredible moods… we welcome you to the Great Smoky Mountains of North Carolina. “Great things are done when men and mountain meet” ~ William Blake You need peace and quiet from the hustle and bustle... 
by Lee Cloer | Apr 8, 2021 | Things to Do, 828 Towns, Family
They say, “If you don’t like the weather in WNC, wait 5 minutes.” You like warm sunny days hanging out by a waterfall? We’ve got plenty of that.You prefer a slight chill in the air as you hike a mountain trail? Yep, we’ve got that too.You love a light rain that cools... 
by Lee Cloer | Mar 16, 2021 | Outdoors, Hike
>>> Cold! The kind of cold you read about in books…Why were we up so high freezing again? Oh yea, the wild ponies… Grayson Highlands State Park, known for the wild ponies that roam the vast grassy balds high up in the Virginia mountains. You may be... 
by Lee Cloer | Jul 23, 2020 | Outdoors, Hike, Things to Do, Waterfall
Directions Trail Map Weather Rough Ridge Trail Located just outside of Boone, NC, Rough Ridge Trail is a magnificent hiking trail with beautiful views is a short but moderate climb of close to 2.5 miles. The trail is well used and maintained and with some of the best... 
by Lee Cloer | Feb 7, 2020 | 828 Towns
What to Eat, See, & Do in Boone, NC 07 February, 2020 #828VibesThe Mountains are calling. I must go. Located in the high country mountains of northeastern North Carolina, Boone, NC is an ideal location for outdoor activities. The colder winters of the Blue Ridge...