Elk Crossing

Elk crossing at Oconaluftee Visitor's Center in Great Smoky Mountain National Park … [Read more...]

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Knights Of Ni

Pratt does his best impression of Monty Python's the Knights Of Ni during a backcountry trip in the Smokies. … [Read more...]

Newton Bald?

We feel pretty certain this is Newton Bald - but still have to finish hiking this ridge to get there. … [Read more...]

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5 Minute Challenge 

The 5 minute shower challenge at Grand Canyon National Park … [Read more...]

View From The Rim Trail

Our view from the Rim Trail as we hike toward Maricopa Point and look back on the lodges near Grand Canyon Village. … [Read more...]

Episode 34: A Sense Of Direction (PNT)

Alex Maier On The Pacific Northwest Trail

In Episode 34, Alex "Money Shot" Maier talks about his film "A Sense Of Direction" which documents his travels on the Pacific Northwest Trail in the summer of 2015.  Alex chose the PNT for his first thru-hike (and first hiking film) to explore one of the newest trails in the National Scenic Trail system - which earned the status in 2009.  Only a few hundred backpackers have thru-hiked the 1200 mile trail to date, and all have had the fortune to experience the PNT while it is still in … [Read more...]

FONTANA LAKE – CAMPSITE #74 IN 2010 V’S 2016

Our lake view near Smokies Campsite #74 this January 2016.  The TVA drains the lake each winter. Our view April 2010 after some Spring showers.  Guess when the fishing is better!!!  … [Read more...]

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