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Guide to the Great Outdoors

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Call of the Wild

On this aerial adventure in Guilford County, channel your spirit animal — and test your courage — among the trees.

by Susan Stafford Kelly
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In Search of Methuselah

The oldest tree in North Carolina grows deep within Three Sisters Swamp in Bladen County.

by T. Edward Nickens
Jennifer Pharr Davis
Features

On the Appalachian Trail with Hiker Jennifer Pharr Davis

Her first hike on the Appalachian Trail took five months; years later, she did it in 46 days. A record-setting hiker reflects on what it means when a trail becomes a path for life.

by Jennifer Pharr Davis
Cheoah River rafting
Western

Rafting Gone Rogue

The Cheoah River is clogged with trees, underwater dangers, and big water. It’s almost too dangerous to raft. Just ask one of the few who’ve made it down.

by Jeremy Markovich

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