Tag: outdoors
All aboard the Appalachian Trail: What hikers had to say as they began their journey in Georgia
Each spring, people from around the country descend on Springer Mountain, one hour north of metro Atlanta, to start a very long walk. About 3,000 hikers a year attempt the Appalachian Trail—the 2,198-mile footpath from Georgia to Maine—but only a quarter complete the entire stretch, which takes an average of six months. Northbound hikers begin at Amicalola Falls State Park to reach Springer Mountain, the southern terminus of the Appalachian Trail. On a sunny Saturday in March, Atlanta met a few of them at the start of their journey.
One City, Three Ways: Natchez, Mississippi
Named for the Natchez tribe of Indigenous Americans, Natchez is a perfect destination for foodies, history buffs, and nature lovers alike.
50 Ways to Play Outside in Atlanta and Beyond
Time to get outside and play! From basketball to fishing to hiking to hanging out in a hammock, here's 50 great things to do outdoors around Atlanta.
Pay to Play: A new West Virginia program offers enticing reasons to relocate
West Virginia is doling out $12,000 and free outdoor adventures to remote workers willing to move there for two years. Meet some of the folks who’ve gone for it.
5 spectacular light shows courtesy of Mother Nature
Thanks to its next-to-nonexistent level of light pollution, this remote park at the entrance of the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge is one of the best places in the country to stargaze.
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22 Things To Do in 2022: South Carolina’s Old 96 District!
We’re all excited for the new year and all the new experiences it can bring! As we lay out our New Year’s resolutions and design our “bucket lists” for 2022, we wanted to share...
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LaGrange, Georgia: Five Reasons You Should Know About This Thriving Southern City.
Treats on Storied StreetsAt the heart of the city, Lafayette Square is the epicenter for culture, history and commerce. Featuring a gorgeous circular fountain and statue of Marquis de Lafayette, a Revolutionary War...
Views of home: 4 metro Atlanta photographers share their backyard escapes
During a season of sheltering at home, four photographers turned the lens on their own outdoor spaces and shared the ways they enjoy them.
Your guide to 16 great Georgia state parks
When you feel the pull of the outdoors, don’t overlook the obvious choice: Georgia’s 63 state parks and historic sites cover incredibly diverse terrain, from North America’s largest blackwater swamp to one of the world’s great mountain ranges. Here are a few of our favorite places to explore, especially when the leaves start to turn.
How to keep exercising outdoors in Atlanta when allergies attack
Allergies are a chief complaint in Atlanta, and with good reason: they’re getting worse. So how can you combat them without sacrificing your run in the park? Here are a few tips.