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Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2024 7:29

The Art of Living Podcast: Things That Make You Go, Hmm Welcome to another episode of the TAO Living podcast, The Art of Living. I'm your host, Lou Corleto, and today we're going to explore some intriguing concepts that will make you go, "Hmm." Have you ever noticed the health food section in a grocery store? It's interesting to think about what that implies about the rest of the store. If that section is labeled as "health food," what does it make everything else? It's a thought-provoking observation about our society and the way we categorize things. We live in a world where we drive on parkways and park on driveways. We have life insurance for death and health insurance for sickness. We even use natural lemon juice in our dish detergents while consuming artificial lemon juice in our drinks. These contradictions make you wonder about the choices we make and the labels we assign to things. I had the incredible opportunity to explore Antarctica a few years ago. Witnessing the majestic humpback whales migrating thousands of miles without deviating even one degree left me in awe. How do they navigate the open ocean with such precision? And the penguins in Antarctica, enduring extreme temperatures and winds, huddle together to protect their eggs and themselves. They instinctively migrate from the outside to the inside and vice versa, without any leader guiding them. It's fascinating to think about how these animals tap into their inner guidance and trust the process. In contrast, during the devastating tsunami of 2004, countless lives were lost despite our advanced warning systems. However, the wild animals sensed the impending danger and sought higher ground, saving themselves. How did they know? How do they tap into their instincts without directions, maps, or GPS? It's a question that makes you ponder the innate wisdom within us and why we often fail to access it. Science has shed some light on these mysteries. Harvard Medical School recently discovered that humans possess a protein in our eyes called cryptochrome, similar to the one found in animals. This protein is believed to play a role in our intuitive abilities. We've been told that we have five senses, but in reality, we have more. Our sixth sense, intuition, is a powerful tool that we often overlook. Furthermore, science has revealed that there are more brain frequencies than the commonly known beta, alpha, theta, and delta. Gamma and epsilon are states of higher consciousness that we can tap into. These states of awareness are available to all of us, yet we often fail to access them. So, how do we reconnect with our inner guidance and tap into our intuition? The answer lies in the art of living, a philosophy that combines contemporary science, spirituality, quantum physics, mysticism, and Eastern philosophy. Tao Living, as derived from 40 years of personal experience and backed up by scientific research, offers a way of life that can be implemented by anyone. When we are fully present in the moment, we open ourselves up to life's invitations. By letting go of the need to search and allowing our inner light to connect with the guiding light, we align ourselves with the flow of life. Tao Living brings us to the intersection of science and spirituality, providing practical tools to experience presence and transform our lives. Our thoughts shape our reality. When we align our breath, eyes, and mind, we align with life's invitations, and presence finds us. Awareness is curative, and through new experiences, our minds are stretched, preventing us from reverting to our old ways of being and seeing. I invite you to join us for this year's Tao Living Experience, The Art of Living, from May 16-19, 2024. This transformative retreat will take place on our beautiful sanctuary, nestled on 92 acres at the foothills of the Cherokee National Forest. It's an opportunity to reconnect with your inner guidance and vision, and walk your life forward in trust. Click here for all the details https://www.loucorleto.com/TAO-LIVING-IMMERSION To learn more and dive deeper into the teachings of Tao Living, visit my website Website: https://www.loucorleto.com/ or on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/loucorleto.official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lou_corleto Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/loucorleto/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lou_corleto Remember, you are the driver of your life, not just a passenger. Embrace the things that make you go, "Hmm," and embark on a journey of self-discovery and transformation.

Hydration, Heartbreak, and Sidewalk Sleeping: Our 2023 Running Misadventures

Dirt And Vert

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2023 71:52

David, Matt, and Mike discuss their worst and best race experiences of the year, highlighting the challenges they faced and the lessons they learned. They share stories of races like the Chattanooga Marathon, Georgia Jewel, Black Toe, and Mad Backyard. The conversation emphasizes the importance of hydration, training, and mental resilience in achieving race goals. Overall, the hosts reflect on the growth and personal development that comes from both successful and challenging race experiences. They also share lessons learned from injuries and the importance of listening to one's body. The conversation touches on setting realistic expectations, the challenges of 5K races, and the announcement of a new race in the Cherokee National Forest. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastcoastadventures/message

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The Power of Nature & Soulful Connections: An Interview with Madisen Saunders

On Purpose

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2023 41:21

In this episode of On Purpose, Janice interviews Madisen Saunders, a passionate guide whom she met on a recent journey through the Smoky Mountains. Janice shares how she felt an immediate connection with Madisen during a hiking trip and invited her to be on the podcast. Madisen grew up in rural Appalachia and shares her experiences growing up in Tellico Plains, Tennessee, near the Cherokee National Forest. Tune in to hear Madisen's inspiring story and how she found her purpose in the great outdoors.Follow Janice on Facebook and InstagramEmail Janice: stopdiets@aol.comJanice's Website: http://stopdiets.comIf you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!

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Conscious Breathing: Pranayama

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2023 35:30

>> Watch on YouTube here. This is a continuation from an episode called Eight Limbs of Yoga with my guest, Lydie Ometto. Today we're going to focus on one limb of yoga, and that is pranayama, or conscious breathing. Lou: So why is breath so important to you? Lydie: Well, first is important because I'm alive. Breath is life. It's important for me to ground. It's important for me to be present in the moment. It's important for me to connect to nature. As I am breathing, I'm breathing her, nature. So for me, breath is life. Prana means life force, while pranayama is the management of breath, or life force. In this episode Lydie and I explore: Moving and directing energy in nerve system The fastest way to access the autonomic nervous system Basics of breathing: diaphragmatic breathing and the 1-to-2 ratio The distinctions between nasal, mouth, chest, and belly breathing Utilizing the diaphragm in its full capacity Why the best detox can be learning how to breath properly The power of breath to manage and eliminate physical pain The effect of breath on the mind and meditation Accessing memories through conscious breathing A technique for cooling down the temperature of your body by breathing And so much more! Here is the Conscious Breathing Crash Course, mentioned in this episode. If you'd really like to take a deep dive into the power of breath to transform your life using all the tools we bring to the table, then we invite you… October 12th - 15th, right here in this beautiful sanctuary. Lydie and I are honored to be the caretakers of over 92 acres in the foothills of the Cherokee National Forest. It is bliss, pure nature. It's a 4-day immersion which Lydie and I are facilitating. A deep dive into life and health and transformation of your consciousness. And of course, we will be utilizing breath among a plethora of other tools - movement, the elements, etc. So if you're looking for a place that offers real-deal transformation in a safe and sacred place, come join us. We have people from all walks of life - professionals, athletes, martial artists, yoga practitioners, health practitioners, healing practitioners, chiropractors, breathwork facilitators - joining us. This event is for ALL levels - beginner, intermediate, advanced. From wherever you are, you will progress on YOUR path. At the end of four days, you will be blown away by what you created. Talk is cheap. Come play. Click here. Check out TAO-Living Immersion, October 12-15, 2023 in Tennessee, USA. If it resonates, come join us! Abundant Blessings, Lou

The Eight Limbs of Yoga with Lydie Ometto

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2023 47:48

I am blessed to share with you an amazing guest on the TAO-Living Podcast - Lydie Ometto. Lydie comes to us with incredible gifts, talents, and wisdom. She has a doctorate in Physical Therapy and in Chinese Medicine. She is a certified Massage Therapist, a Yoga Teacher Trainer, Yoga Teacher Instructor Trainer, Certified in Iridology and Kinesiology, and much more. Lydie also brings to us her innate gifts: deep intuition, energetic awareness, clairaudience, clairsentience - she's a multi-talented woman! Our conversation is about the art, science, and philosophy of yoga. Many people think that the essence of yoga is that it is a tool for physical health and that is all it is. However, in reality the asanas (yoga poses and postures) are only one aspect of what yoga really is. Lydie helps us understand the goal of yoga, the many types of yoga, and how to apply yoga principles to your life. We explore: How asana postures were originally intended to enhance sitting in meditation What yoga has in common with martial arts The power of pranayama, lifeforce connection Reconnecting to and remembering who we are as spirit Mantra yoga and how sound can create healing Seva or karma yoga: connecting to the divine through service How to start living the principles of yoga from wherever you are on the path How we treat our own selves, how we treat others, and how we allow others to treat us How the individual affects the collective vibrationally and vice versa And much more! It was so fun to have Lydie on the podcast because 1) she is my life partner and I'm so grateful to share her insights with the listening audience… …And also 2) so you could see who joins me in facilitating The Art of Living Immersion! We are looking forward to welcoming an intimate group of 20 people to our property here in Tennessee, USA for 4 days of healing, transforming, and shining in your spirit. October 12 - 15, 2023. We are blessed to be caretakers of over 92 acres of amazing forests at the foothills of the Cherokee National Forest in Tennessee. That's where our sacred gathering will be. So if you'd like to create more abundance, power, joy, creativity, and self-expression in your life - be 1 of the 20 and come play with us. We will help you move through what you haven't been able to grow, heal and evolve from as of yet. Here is Lydie's free ebook for you! The Top Ten Yoga Mudras by Lydie Ometto combined with Siddhartha by Herman Hesse And please find Lydie's offerings here: www.lydieometto.com Thank you for tuning in!Lou

Are Your Ready For The Ascension? Part 2: an interview with Jennie Byers

Awakened Nation

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2023 61:00

Jennie Byers returns in Part 2, to move past her ability to talk to your dead relatives who have passed on, and now connect you to the higher worlds of God. Jennie opens up to Brad about The Source Field where creation began, reconnecting to God, the false timeline we are living under, and the return of human race to their true divine destiny. This is a mind-blowing episode as Jennie unpacks the future of humanity. About Jennie Byers: Jennie Byers is a multi-dimensional, Living Light Language translator and the founder of Spirit Reunions Sanctuary, located in the Cherokee Mountains of East Tennessee. The land sits on what is nicknamed the “Crystal Mountains'' which is in one of the largest vortex energy spots in the United States. The property has been designated as a protected forest greenbelt and backs up to the Cherokee National Forest. Jennie's mom, Kitti, was able to access and communicate in ascended dimensions when she was still alive. One day, her Spirit showed her a soul contract the two of them created before Jennie and her were born. Kitti was shown that after death, she was going to move to the other side of the veil to assist Jennie in her spiritual awakening so they could work together on a common spiritual mission. Shortly thereafter, although Kitti had been healthy her entire life, Kitti was diagnosed with Leukemia and left her physical body three weeks later at only 52 years of age. Kitti now works closely with Jennie from the higher dimensions as her gatekeeper and spiritual partner. They work as a team to assist others to heal trauma and to re-connect with loved ones who have ascended to “Heaven". Jennie accesses ascended realities and communicates information through an intelligent language her mom calls “Living Light Language” More information can be found at Spiritreunionsanctuary.com About Awakened Nation: Fueled by the passion to ignite game-changing conversations, award-winning author Brad Szollose created Awakened Nation—a podcast dedicated to deeper conversations with today's outliers and cutting edge entrepreneurs, idea makers and disruptors, bestselling authors, activists, healers, spiritual leaders, professional athletes, celebrities, politicians and rock stars...conversations that take a deep dive into the extraordinary. This podcast will challenge your beliefs. Think Art Bell meets Joe Rogan. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/awakenednation/support

Can We Talk To The Dead? Part 1: an interview with Jennie Byers

Awakened Nation

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2023 65:29

What if you grew up with the ability to talk to the dead? Pretty scary for a child... Jennie Byers takes us on her journey from a "visitor" in childhood, who assisted in activating her spiritual gifts of intuition and the ability to talk to the dead...her brother and sister having the same gifts, and finally, working with her mother, Kitti, after she passed away. This is art 1 of the 2 part interview. In the second interview, Jennie shows us how she helps with the Ascension. About Jennie Byers: Jennie Byers is a multi-dimensional, Living Light Language translator and the founder of Spirit Reunions Sanctuary, located in the Cherokee Mountains of East Tennessee. The land sits on what is nicknamed the “Crystal Mountains'' which is in one of the largest vortex energy spots in the United States. The property has been designated as a protected forest greenbelt and backs up to the Cherokee National Forest. Jennie's mom, Kitti, was able to access and communicate in ascended dimensions when she was still alive. One day, her Spirit showed her a soul contract the two of them created before Jennie and her were born. Kitti was shown that after death, she was going to move to the other side of the veil to assist Jennie in her spiritual awakening so they could work together on a common spiritual mission. Shortly thereafter, although Kitti had been healthy her entire life, Kitti was diagnosed with Leukemia and left her physical body three weeks later at only 52 years of age. Kitti now works closely with Jennie from the higher dimensions as her gatekeeper and spiritual partner. They work as a team to assist others to heal trauma and to re-connect with loved ones who have ascended to “Heaven". Jennie accesses ascended realities and communicates information through an intelligent language her mom calls “Living Light Language” More information can be found at Spiritreunionsanctuary.com About Awakened Nation: Fueled by the passion to ignite game-changing conversations, award-winning author Brad Szollose created Awakened Nation—a podcast dedicated to deeper conversations with today's outliers and cutting edge entrepreneurs, idea makers and disruptors, bestselling authors, activists, healers, spiritual leaders, professional athletes, celebrities, politicians and rock stars...conversations that take a deep dive into the extraordinary. This podcast will challenge your beliefs. Think Art Bell meets Joe Rogan. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/awakenednation/support

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Sharing the Bike Life with Shannon Burke

Day Fire Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2023 65:37

This week Clint and Dawson sit down with Shannon Burke. Shannon founded Velo View Bike Tours in 2012 and originally offered tours all over the country before moving from Austin to Chattanooga in 2016 and narrowing his focus to the world-class cycling available in the Chattanooga tri-state region. In addition to providing custom tours in the region, Shannon produces the Cycle Sequatchie Century & 3 MtnChallenge bike ride in Dunlap, TN, (annually the first Saturday in October), and also runs Tennessee Gravel, which helps cyclists explore the gravel roads of the Cherokee National Forest through downloadable routes, bikepacking info, the Three Rivers Individual Time Trial Series, and the upcoming RELIANCE gravel grinder the last weekend in April 2024. If you are within driving distance to Chattanooga Tennessee you should come cycle this event. https://www.cyclesequatchie.com and check out this gravel two day race in 2024 in the Cherokee National Forest https://www.tennesseegravel.com/reliance Thanks for listening! Find all our episodes at dayfirepodcast.com This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

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MMO: Destination: Cherokee National Forest & Bristol,TN/VA

The Matt Mittan Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2023 29:10

The Cherokee National Forest is divided into northern and southern sections by the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The 650,000-acre forest is the largest tract of public land in Tennessee and adjoins other national forests in Virginia, North Carolina and Georgia. The forest is home to 30 developed campgrounds and numerous picnic areas, over 700 miles of trails, seven whitewater rivers, two Forest Service scenic byways where you can enjoy a scenic drive through the mountains, the pursuit of wildlife, the thrill of whitewater, a night under the stars, or solitude on a backcountry trail.Hundreds of miles of lake shoreline and water await the fisherman, boating enthusiast, skier, and nature lover. South Holston Lake, a Tennessee Valley Authority reservoir covering 7,580 acres, is considered one of the top two lakes in Tennessee and among the best in the Southeast for smallmouth bass fishing and also is well known as a fly fisherman's paradise. The lake also provides many other recreational opportunities for residents, with 60% of its shoreline bordered by the Cherokee National Forest.Bristol is known for NASCAR as it is home to one of the world's greatest and most popular racetracks. Bristol Motor Speedway, which seats in excess of 150,000, hosts NASCAR Sprint Cup events in April and August and both draw fans from all 50 states and more than a dozen countries.Music also gives Bristol a universal appeal as the city holds the honor of being named the Birthplace of Country Music by U.S. Congress in 1998. In 1927, the legendary Bristol Sessions took place in the downtown area, giving birth to the “Big Bang” of modern country music with the likes of The Carter Family and Jimmie Rodgers taking part in the historic occasion.The Twin Cities boast numerous parks, golf courses, spectacular caverns to go along with plenty of great restaurants – many of which are locally owned and operated – and wonderful shopping opportunities.Bristol is also rich in theater and arts and is home to the historic Paramount Center for the Arts, as well as Theatre Bristol. Numerous fine art galleries and studios of local artists can also be found in the downtown area.Be sure to visit BizRadio.US to discover hundreds more engaging conversations, local events and more.Support the show

Destination: Cherokee National Forest & Bristol,TN/VA

Matt and Michele Outdoors

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2023 29:53

The Cherokee National Forest is divided into northern and southern sections by the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The 650,000-acre forest is the largest tract of public land in Tennessee and adjoins other national forests in Virginia, North Carolina and Georgia. The forest is home to 30 developed campgrounds and numerous picnic areas, over 700 miles of trails, seven whitewater rivers, two Forest Service scenic byways where you can enjoy a scenic drive through the mountains, the pursuit of wildlife, the thrill of whitewater, a night under the stars, or solitude on a backcountry trail.Hundreds of miles of lake shoreline and water await the fisherman, boating enthusiast, skier, and nature lover. South Holston Lake, a Tennessee Valley Authority reservoir covering 7,580 acres, is considered one of the top two lakes in Tennessee and among the best in the Southeast for smallmouth bass fishing and also is well known as a fly fisherman's paradise. The lake also provides many other recreational opportunities for residents, with 60% of its shoreline bordered by the Cherokee National Forest. Bristol is known for NASCAR as it is home to one of the world's greatest and most popular racetracks. Bristol Motor Speedway, which seats in excess of 150,000, hosts NASCAR Sprint Cup events in April and August and both draw fans from all 50 states and more than a dozen countries.Music also gives Bristol a universal appeal as the city holds the honor of being named the Birthplace of Country Music by U.S. Congress in 1998. In 1927, the legendary Bristol Sessions took place in the downtown area, giving birth to the “Big Bang” of modern country music with the likes of The Carter Family and Jimmie Rodgers taking part in the historic occasion.The Twin Cities boast numerous parks, golf courses, spectacular caverns to go along with plenty of great restaurants – many of which are locally owned and operated – and wonderful shopping opportunities.Bristol is also rich in theater and arts and is home to the historic Paramount Center for the Arts, as well as Theatre Bristol. Numerous fine art galleries and studios of local artists can also be found in the downtown area.This program brought to you by:The Angler MagazineSunrift Adventures Thank you for listening to this program. Please visit BizRadio.US for hundreds of other great conversational shows and be sure to bookmark Matt & Michele Outdoors on your browser for all sorts of great content.

Escape Velocity

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2023 10:30

Today I'm going to unpack a really beautiful concept that I just love. It's called Escape Velocity. In celestial mechanics, “escape velocity” is the minimum speed required for a free non-propelled body to escape the influence of a primary body's gravitational pull - to be able to generate infinite distance from it. Think of a rocket taking off. If it doesn't have enough escape velocity when it takes off from the earth, the rocket will end up not making it through the stratosphere. It will return to Earth because it didn't have enough momentum… What about you? Are you experiencing the momentum needed to break free from unwanted influences, habits, and mindsets so that you can be fully expressed + thriving? Take a moment to take inventory. You deserve that next level of freedom - your next breakthrough! And there's one way we can totally help you with that. Lydie, my partner, and I are facilitating a profound retreat that will give you tools to escape the gravitational pull of your old stories, wounds, traumas, limiting beliefs, and more. We'd love to have you come play with this. It's May 18 - 21, 2023 on our 92-acre property in the foothills of the Cherokee National Forest... It's called The Art of Living Retreat. Four days of deep dive. Very intimate, only 22 people. No falling back - only outward bound freedom, yeah?! Love to have you if that resonates. Click here to register.

7 Mountain Hikes that are Summer Perfect

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2022 41:50

Come summer, we head to the high country of the Southern Appalachians to escape the sizzling heat at lower elevations. Today, we talk about 7 of our favorite high country hikes for summer, hikes that meet one of two criteria for summer exploring: they either need elevation to escape the heat, or they must have access to water. Better still, both. You can find more information on these hikes and other great mountain hikes in this GetHiking! guide, 7 Mountain Hikes for a Sizzling Summer.In the NewsIn our news report, we cover the closure of the Carden Bluffs Campground in the Watauga District of Tennessee's Cherokee National Forest due to campers being careless with food and trash. How can you keep from having your favorite campground shuttered by nutty bears? By following the advice offered by bearwise.org, which you can find here.Explore with Us!Join us for an upcoming hike, trip or class by visiting our GetGoingNC.com site and clicking on Explore with Us!

Celebrate your local trails this National Trails Day

Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2022 16:37

Since 1993, the first Saturday of June has been observed as National Trails Day. Administered by the American Hiking Society, it's a day when we celebrate our trails, either by hiking (or, in the case of "blue" trails, paddling) them, or by rolling up our sleeves to do trail maintenance or blaze a new trail. Today, we talk a little about the history of National Trails Day as well as what's going on this year.To learn more about National Trails Day, visit the American Hiking Society web site here.In the newsFor more information on the reopening of portions of the Occoee National Whitewater Center in Tennessee's Cherokee National Forest, go here.To find what facilities are now open along the Blue Ridge Parkway ion North Carolina and Virginia, go here.Explore with Us!To learn more about our GetHiking! and GetBackpacking! adventures, visit GetGoingNC.com, click on Explore with Us!

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Avoiding Spring's Crowded Trails

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2022 20:24

The trails have long been crowded come spring and fall. In the last two years, they've become even more so as an increasing number of people have discovered hiking as a safe way to recreate. So what's a long-time hiker to do, hibernate in the best two hiking seasons of the year and wait out the masses? Not hardly, especially if you know how to beat the crowds. In today's episode, we share some tips on how to find the solitude you crave on the trail, even during the active spring hiking season.In the News14-day camping limit imposed. To learn more about the 14-day camping limit imposed in the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, go here.Ramps gathering in Tennessee. To learn more about the permits being issued to collect ramps in the Tellico Ranger District of the Cherokee National Forest, go here or call 423.397.8455.Forest fire danger. To check on the danger of forest fires throughout the Southeast, visit the State Climate Office of North Carolina's Fire Weather Intelligence Portal here.

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Will Skelton - Conservationist, Adventurer, World Traveler

Day Fire Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2021 57:54

This week Clint and Dawson sat down with Will Skelton. Will is an author, a conservationist, a champion for our public lands and has a lifetime of adventure and travel. Will has always loved travel of any kind and has traveled extensively throughout the world, including visiting all 50 states, including several times for most of them, and all the Canadian provinces, and has visited over 70 counties in all continents except Antarctica. His favorite countries world-wide are New Zealand, Canada, and Peru and his favorite US states are Utah, New Mexico, and California. Will has been significantly involved in Cherokee National Forest trails and wilderness preservation issues since the early 1970's. He was a leader of the effort that led the United States Congress to protect significant portions of the Cherokee in the 1980's. Will subsequently edited a hiking guidebook to the Cherokee's trails, with the help of well over two dozen hikers and writers. It was published by the University of Tennessee Press in 1992 as Wilderness Trails of the Cherokee National Forest; a new and expanded edition entitled Cherokee National Forest Hiking Guide was published in 2005. Currently a third edition is in the works with the trails being hiked in 2021. Will has also been actively involved with the Cherokee National Forest in various trails and land use issues that have come up over the years. Thanks for listening!

We talk fall color — when and where to find it — with N.C. State Parks Ranger Maggie Miller

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2021 28:43

From her post at Pilot Mountain State Park near the Blue Ridge Escarpment, N.C. State Parks Ranger Maggie Miller talks about the coming fall color — specifically, when it's coming and the best places to catch it. For more information on the North Carolina State Parks she mentions — or for any other state park in the Tar Heel state — go hereFor information on the Hawk Watch program mentioned by Ranger Smith, check out the North Carolina State Parks Events and Programs page here.In the NewsWe also catch up on fall color in Georgia and Virginia, with information on where you can find the latest breaking news in those states. Click the appropriate state below:Georgia State ParksVirginia State ParksControlled burns will be occurring in the Cherokee and Monongahala National Forests. For specifics:On controlled burns in the Cherokee National Forest, go here. On controlled burns in the Monongahala National Forest, go here.

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The First Sign of Fall

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2021 23:14

I'll take a sign, any sign, that the heat of summer is waning, the brilliance of fall on the horizon. This year, that sign came in the form of Thursday.In the newsPisgah National Forest closures. Find the most up-to-date information on closures in the Pisgah National Forest of North Carolina at the USDA Forest Service website, here.Help! To help the Forest Service in its efforts to open trails in the Pisgah following Tropical Depression Fred, you may either email Natalie Lester, the Pisgah District Volunteer and Partnerships Coordinator, at Natalie.Lester@usda.gov, or check in with one of these groups to volunteer:Pisgah Area Southern Off-Road Bicycling AssociationCarolina Mountain ClubBackcountry HorsemenCarolina Climbers CoalitionCherokee National Forest seasonal road closings. To learn which roads in the Cherokee National Forest are affected by closings that go into effect starting Sept. 6, go here.

Jesse Kerns, New Bloom Labs

Texas Hemp Coalition Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2021 24:53

Jesse Kerns was born in Greene County Tennessee. Growing up in East Tennessee, Jesse was always drawn to the mountains, streams and the great outdoors. The Cherokee National Forest, Nolichucky River, Great Smoky Mountains, and his family farm all served as early settings for Jesse's growing appreciation for our region's greatest asset - its natural geography.Jesse began his career in the stock car racing industry, fielding cars and winning championships with top-tier luminaries like Richard Childress, Ty and Austin Dillon, Dale McDowell, and Scott Bloomquist. His time in the racing industry cultivated his values of teamwork, efficiency, and determination, as well as providing him ample opportunities in the realms of land conservation, big game hunting, live bait fishing, and wilderness protection with his Childress Racing teammates.In 2018 Jesse relocated to Chattanooga to bring his years of experience and passion for the outdoors to pursue a career as a land broker. His personal experience with conservation and gentleman farming was invaluable to his clients as they seek their own opportunities in land ownership, development, and management. As 2019 approached Jesse and his brother John came together and forged New Bloom Labs. At first Jesse continued his real estate duties as he learned the hemp business by attending trade shows, marketing functions, and contributing during heavy volume at the lab. 2020 brings Jesse full-time at New Bloom and he heads the company's expansion into Texas. He brings all of his years of experience in multiple fields to assemble a remote laboratory location with utmost efficiency. He is most eager to get on the road and meet hemp producers all over the United States. Visit New Bloom Labs.

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Backpacking vs. Thru-Hiking (but isn't ... )

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2021 11:12

Yes, thru-hiking is a genre of backpacking. So is there a difference? Well, yes, there are some obvious differences — the time you're on the trail, how much stuff you can take. But we take issue with a fellow podcaster who compared thru-hiking to a marathon and backpacking — in this case, of the 1-, 2-, 3-night variety — to a "fun run." Those aren't exactly fightin' words, but they do require a response, a clarification of sorts, which we give in brief in today's podcast.Also, in our news segment we mention the closure of the Bald River Falls Trail in the Tellico River District of Tennessee's Cherokee National Forest for repairs. For more on the closure go here, for more on the trail itself, go here.If you're interested in any of the GetHiking! and GetBackpacking! trips we mention, you can learn more about them by visiting GetGoingNC.com and clicking on Explore with Us!

Basecamp Backpacking

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2021 17:14

This week we explore Basecamp Backpacking, which marries the best of backpacking — camping in a remote, primitive location — with the freedom of lightweight day hiking. How? That's in the podcast, silly.News linksFrom our News segment, find more information by clicking the appropriate link:For details on "Anna Ruby Falls Closed for Maintenance," go here.For details on the Benton MacKaye Trail opening at Thunder Rock in Tennessee's Cherokee National Forest, go here.To follow Nimblewill Nomad as he attempts to become the oldest hiker, at age 82, to hike the Appalachian Trail, go here.Basecamp BackpackingTo read more about Basecamp Backpacking, read this post from our blog at GetGoingNC.comTo learn more about the 5 Basecamp Backpack trips mentioned in the podcast, check out our post, "5 of Our Favorite Basecamp Backpack Trips," here.Care to join our GetBackpacking! crew on a Basecamp Backpack trip? We have three scheduled so far for fall; learn more and sign up to join us by clicking the appropriate link below:Doughton Park, Oct. 22-24Rock Castle Gorge (VA), Nov. 19-21Birkhead Mountain Wilderness/Uwharries, Dec. 10-12.

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Indian Boundary Campground in the Cherokee National Forest

Tennessee Roads

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2021 64:01

In this episode, I'm joined by my cousin Jessica and her best friend Carlyle as we look back at this history of our favorite family camping spot. We will discuss the history of Indian Boundary Campground and discuss the upgrades and share our fun family stories.

5 of our Favorite Resources

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Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2021 17:56

This week, we share some regional trail news —including the opening of a photo exhibit at Tennessee's Norris Dam State Park — and talk about 5 of our favorite resources. Below are the pertinent links for those 5 resources:American Hiking SocietyRoad closings. Here are links to some of the sites mentioned: Blue Ridge ParkwayN.C. Department of TransportationGreat Smoky Mountains National ParkNorth Carolina State ParksNorth Carolina National Forests (Croatan, Pisgah, Nantahala, Uwharrie)Virginia Department of TransportationShenandoah National ParkVirginia National Forests (George Washington and Jefferson)Virginia State Parks Sunrise-sunset.orgOutdoorgearlab.comPictureThis appAlso, for the latest on the Mill Creek Fire in Tennessee's Cherokee National Forest, go here.To learn more about Elkmont's synchronous fireflies, go here.To learn more about the trips mentioned at the end of the podcast, visit GetGoingNC.com, Explore with Us!

Jeffrey Hunter - Great Smoky Mountains National Park

WILDERNESS AND WILDLIFE

Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2021 29:22

Jay’s guest today is Jeffrey Hunter, a senior program manager with National Parks & Conservation Association (NPCA) in Asheville, NC where he works on issues related to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and the Appalachian National Scenic Trail.Jeff spent 20 years in the telecommunications industry when a thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail inspired him to realign his career with his conservation values. From 2008 to 2013, Jeff led the Tennessee Wild wilderness campaign focused on permanently protecting nearly 20,000 acres in the Cherokee National Forest, including 4.5 miles of the Appalachian Trail. The Tennessee Wilderness Act signed into law in December 2018 saw that project through to completion. Prior to joining NPCA in 2015, Jeffrey worked in eastern California on grouse habitat restoration in a high-desert environment overseen by the Bureau of Land Management.Jeff holds a BA in environmental studies from State University of New York Empire State College and is currently pursuing a Masters degree in sustainable natural resource management. He spends most of his time coordinating a collaborative project focused on improving wildlife’s ability to safely cross Interstate 40 in the Pigeon River Gorge, just outside of the Smokies.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=25149153)

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Easter Joy 2021

I Think Speech

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2021 27:26

TODAY on EASTER SUNDAYwe complete our journey on the 8-Fold Path to Easter at 8 am PT / 9 am MT/ 10 am CT / 11 am ET / 3 pm UT / 4 pm CET for 30 minutes, 4 April 2021 – In Lucien Dante Lazar's Contemporary Easter contemplation we will explore the birth of the Cosmic Child in the heart, bringing an etherization to the head to ignite the Divine Sophia which opens a living knowledge & Resurrection of the human “I” – Self. *For the artistic part please have paper & color pencils Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/95633444828?pwd=Wk56K08vK2dNQUhhK0Q2S09zQWJrQT09 Meeting ID: 956 3344 4828 – Passcode: bee Dial by your location Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/aX8X3nrr3 Meeting ID: 956 3344 4828 – Passcode: 425730 “Human Bee-ing at Easter Time” Easter Sunday 4 April 2021, at 12 pm PT/1 pm MT/ 2 pm CT/ 3pm ET / 7 UT / 8 pm CET Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/7052931041?pwd=Z0ZmT05FdDZIclE4RFBLZWNwWXJ5QT09 Meeting ID: 705 293 1041 – Passcode: Easter Dial by your location – Meeting ID: 705 293 1041 – Passcode: 776400 – Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/a961qZZhF Keynote with Ines Katharina Kinchen who makes her home at the , a small biodynamic initiative nestled in the in the Appalachian Mountains of eastern Tennessee, surrounded by the Cherokee National Forest. Here she lives with her son Marquise, tends to the bees, the animals and the land, and facilitates workshops. Ines is a Resonance Medicine practitioner, a kindergarten teacher at the Asheville Waldorf School, and the founder of the Honeybee Habitat Project. What can the bees teach us about consciously engaging with the Earth and deepening our inner festival life? And how does this inner festival life affect the beings all around us? Let us discover the tasks of our time and journey with the Bee into her connection to the Earth, the Cosmos, and the Human Soul… during the Easter expansion. This small ceremony will include artistic and meditative activity. Please have ready: some real honey and a spoon, a beeswax candle and matches, paper and colored pencils. Zoom Host – Lisa Dalton Easter verse with Geoffery Norris Welcome – Hazel Archer Dottie Zold – On the Buddha's 8-Fold Path Group Eurythmy with Mary Ruud working with the Mystery Drama fairytale ‘Rock Spring Wonder' $10 Suggested Donation (can't make it? or joining us online? please consider supporting this event, Thank you) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/hazel-archer-ginsberg/message

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Iron Mountain Bed and Breakfast - Vikki Woods on Big Blend Radio

Vacation Station Travel Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2020 38:13

This episode of Big Blend Radio features Vikki Woods, owner and innkeeper of Iron Mountain Bed & Breakfast Inn near Watauga Lake in East Tennessee’s Appalachian Highlands. Adjacent to the Cherokee National Forest and the Appalachian Trail, the B&B sits at 2600 ft just below the ridge of Iron Mountain and offers views of the early morning mist from Watauga Lake. From hiking and kayaking to wine tasting and touring historic and cultural sites, there are a wide variety of attractions and activities to experience in this beautiful tri-state area of Tennessee, Virginia, and North Carolina. It’s most definitely a four-season destination that’s rich in the arts, rooted in culture and alive with outdoor recreation. More: https://www.ironmountaininn.com/

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Pisgah Podcast - 103 - Packout Pisgah, local gift guide and Outbound Lighting

Pisgah Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2020 70:20

Drew and Mangler celebrate their night ride anniversary date, awwww. Where we rode, Cocke County, TN is getting $6 million to build 50-75 miles of mountain biking trails in Cherokee National Forest, how to help Pisgah stay beautiful and clean by packing out, the best local gift ideas for your mountain biking wish list and Tom Place talks Outbound Lighting stuffs and what it's like to make a bike light. If you ever thought you could get that extra lap in while the sun was setting and got darked on the way back to the trailhead, go ahead and click that subscribe button.

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Big Blend Radio: Iron Mountain Bed and Breakfast Inn

Big Blend Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2020 39:00

Join Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, for Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station Travel Show with Vikki Woods, owner and innkeeper of Iron Mountain Bed & Breakfast Inn near Watauga Lake in East Tennessee’s Appalachian Highlands. Adjacent to the Cherokee National Forest and the Appalachian Trail, the B&B sits at 2600 ft just below the ridge of Iron Mountain and offers views of the forest and early morning mist from Watauga Lake. From hiking and kayaking to wine tasting and touring historic and cultural sites, there are a wide variety of attractions and activities to experience in this beautiful tri-state area of Tennessee, Virginia, and North Carolina. It’s most definitely a four-season destination that’s rich in the arts, rooted in culture and alive with outdoor recreation.

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01: USA Raft Adventure Resort and the Nolichucky River Gorge, with Matt Moses

Exploration Local

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2020 39:55

Matt Moses is the President and CEO of USA Raft in Erwin, TN. The USA Raft Adventure Resort is nestled between the Cherokee National Forest (with the AT running right through the edge of the property) and the Nolichucky River. With 30+ years of experience, a rigorous raft guide training school and some of the best guides and gear on the river, USA Raft is the leading whitewater rafting outfitter in the region. USA Raft has also grown it's footprint to accommodate numerous lodging options and adventure based programs. In addition to world class whitewater rafting, USA Raft Adventure Resort also offers Caving, SUP, One-Wheel, Guided Fly Fishing, Hiking, and Festivals. Everything about USA Raft is designed to be family friendly! Matt is also committed to being a voice for other small businesses and serves on the Board of Trustees of the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy. He also works with the Land and Water Conservation Fund to help protect the precious natural resources in the Southern Appalachian Mountains.

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TW 136 - Moment of Freedom Fishing In The Cherokee

Tennessee WildCast

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2019 28:30

TWRA is excited to announce we now have a Moment Of Freedom fishing pier on the Tellico River in the shadows of the Tellico Hatchery. This week we are hanging out with Mime Barnes, Regional Information Specialist, Mark Thurman, Regional Fisheries Program Manager, and Philip Earhart, Cherokee National Forest Biologist. We will chat about this new pier and how this project came to life, partnerships with the National Forest Service and opportunities in and around the Cherokee National Forest. To learn more about the Moment Of Freedom Campaign visit tnwildlife.org. All this and more right here on Tennessee WildCast. www.tnwildlife.org #tnwildlife #itswhatwedo

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Ep.1 Lost in the Forest

StoryTime with Charli & Friends

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2018 14:32

The time my family and I got lost in the Cherokee National Forest.

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Bigfoot Eyewitness Episode 109

Bigfoot Eyewitness Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2018 43:43

Tonight's guest, Bill Lancaster, had an experience while hunting in the Cherokee National Forest (close to the Appalachian Trail) in Tennessee that would have caused most people to swear off ever going back into the woods again. Ironically, Bill was hunting in the same area where Hondo, my guest from Episode 130 of Dogman Encounters, had a run-in with a Dogman. Bill's also going to talk about a Sasquatch documentary he and his wife are going to produce, titled "Cultured Bigfoot." To learn more about Cultured Bigfoot, please check out Bill's YouTube page (DarthBill68). Thanks for listening!

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“Strangers in the Woods” — Tales From Camp Alewisdodi Ep. 6

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Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2017 23:22

Tales From Camp Alewisdodi is a horror anthology podcast, presenting bone-chilling short stories weekly from a summer camp in the foothills of the Cherokee National Forest. "Strangers in the Woods" is written by A.J. Winchester. Five Strangers go into the woods. Bad things happen. Listen if you dare. Episode 6 is hosted by Savannah Hawkins, Shanedra Hawkins, and Justin Grayson. Guest appearance by Jill Grayson. Music by Peder B. Helland

“Whispers and Secrets” — Tales From Camp Alewisdodi Ep. 5

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2017 28:20

Tales From Camp Alewisdodi is a horror anthology podcast, presenting bone-chilling short stories weekly from a summer camp in foothills of the Cherokee National Forest. "Whispers and Secrets" is written by Taylor McElroy. This episode is hosted by Courtney, Nate, Shon, Wes, and Jovi.

“Burning Sage: Part 2” — Tales From Camp Alewisdodi Ep. 4

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2017 22:55

Tales From Camp Alewisdodi is a horror anthology podcast, presenting bone-chilling short stories weekly from a summer camp in the foothills of the Cherokee National Forest. Written by Justin Grayson, "Burning Sage: Part 2" continues the story of Anthony Glass and his old friends as they deal with supernatural entities and the guilt of past mistakes. Episode 4 is hosted by Alex McCulloch, Chris McCulloch, Summer Grayson, Justin Grayson, Shanedra Hawkins, and Savannah Hawkins. Music by Peder B. Helland.

“Burning Sage: Part 1” — Tales From Camp Alewisdodi Ep. 3

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2017 22:54

Tales From Camp Alewisdodi is a horror anthology podcast, presenting bone-chilling short stories weekly from a summer camp in the foothills of the Cherokee National Forest. Everyone has their demons. Unfortunately for Anthony, his are trying to kill him. In "Burning Sage," written by Justin Grayson, Anthony and a group of his high school friends are involved in a terrible accident, and 20 years later, his past has come back to haunt him... literally. Episode 3 his hosted by Chris McCulloch, Justin Grayson, Summer Grayson, Savannah Hawkins, Shanedra Hawkins. Music by Peder B. Helland

“Summer Camp” — Tales From Camp Alewisdodi Ep. 2

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2017 19:10

Tales From Camp Alewisdodi is a horror anthology podcast, presenting bone-chilling short stories weekly from a summer camp in the foothills of the Cherokee National Forest. "Summer Camp" was written by Shanedra Hawkins. Episode 2 is hosted by Savannah Hawkins, Shanedra Hawkins, Alex McCulloch, Chris McCulloch, Justin Grayson, and Summer Grayson. Music by Peder B. Helland.

“The Diary of Ms. Parish” — Tales From Camp Alewisdodi Ep. 1