by Lee Cloer | Jul 3, 2023 | 828 Towns, Events, Family, Things to Do
The 4th of July in the western North Carolina Smoky Mountains is traditionally a time of community celebration, bringing together locals and visitors in small towns across the region. While each town has its unique traditions, the following are some examples of... 
by Lee Cloer | Dec 28, 2021 | Hike, Outdoors, Video, Waterfall
Hiking Trail Info | Driving Directions to Trail Head December 23 was another high 40-degree day in the Great Smoky Mountains. We scooped up the nieces and nephew and headed out for a very family-friendly 1 mile round trip (loop) to Rufus Morgan Trail. Halfway around... 
by Lee Cloer | Dec 20, 2021 | Hike, Outdoors, Waterfall
Hiking Trail Info | Driving Directions to Trail Head We took advantage of a Sunny 50° (not in the shade) Sunday afternoon by hiking from Wallace Branch to Williams Pulpit on the Bartram Trail. This moderate trail is 4.1 miles out and back with an elevation gain of... 
by Lee Cloer | Feb 24, 2020 | Family, Outdoors, Things to Do
7 Of The Best Outdoor Kid Activities in the 828 24 February, 2020 #828VibesThe Mountains are calling. I must go. The sun is shining, the breeze is blowing, and parents are in desperate need of some distance between them and their children —luckily, playgrounds in the...