by Erin Goodpaster | Sep 25, 2018 | "For Love of Beer and Mountains", Balsam Mountains, Hikes
“The sounds of Alison Krauss’ debut filled the gaps in spirited conversation between excited, carpooling hikers. “Steel rails chasin’ sunshine round the bend. Winding through the trees like a ribbon in the wind.” Having filled up the...
by Erin Goodpaster | May 16, 2018 | Event Recaps, Highlands of Roan, Uncategorized
Think about times you have been in the outdoors; it sometimes feels like you are the first person to experience your pristine surroundings, the first person to soak in the beauty of the trees and hear the flowing creek. Then think about other times, where you hiked...
by Erin Goodpaster | Dec 19, 2017 | "For Love of Beer and Mountains", Corporate Partners, Hikes, Southern Sixer Challenge
Cold Mountain is a 6,030ft peak in the Shining Rock Wilderness, while not the highest peak in the Southern Appalachians it is certainly one of the most famous! Naturally, we were very excited to lead the Cold Mountain Challenge Hike again this year. Everything was...
by Erin Goodpaster | Nov 24, 2017 | "For Love of Beer and Mountains", Hikes
On November 11th a group of intrepid hikers set out to on a partnership hike with SAHC and Highland Brewing! We could not have asked for a more perfect day to be in the mountains. We had sunny blue skies and cool temperatures. The Thunderstruck Hike, named after...