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Places to Venture on Lake James, NC
Nestled in the foothill mountains of Burke and McDowell counties North Carolina, is a medium sized man-made lake called Lake James. The lake was built in 1923 by Duke Power company as a means for hydro-electric power by damming the Catawba, Paddy’s Creek, and Linville River. It encompasses 6,812 acres and reaches 120 feet at Continue reading
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Frank the Adventure Dog Passes and Snack Cake the Epic Love is Born!
Frank Snack Cake It has been over a year since the passing of my old Border Collie Frank, and is slightly before the one-year birthday of my new Border Collie Snack Cake. It’s kind of strange, that even though I waited and grieved the passing of Frank for several months, I still ended up with Continue reading
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Going to the Beach with Babies and Toddlers
Every parent goes through the initiation of baby’s first beach trip. The sand, the salt water, the sun are all factors that you as a parent must plan how to protect your child from. When dealing with sand it is best to keep your child’s hands Continue reading
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Why is "Nessmuk" so important?
“Nessmuk” was the pen name for George Washington Sears, who wrote for “Forest and Stream” magazine during the 1880’s. Nessmuk means “wood drake” and the pen name was derived from a young Narragansett Indian who befriended Sears early in life and taught him valuable outdoor skills, such as fishing, hunting, and camping. In 1884 Continue reading
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Small Tents on A Small Budget
Are you headed to the back country for the weekend, or just looking to lighten you pack weight. How about trying a small less expensive back packing tent. I will review a few of the cheaper backpacking tents that can be had at the current time. Ozark trail has Continue reading
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Topsail Island: Nice Waves and Family Fun
The strong ocean breeze is cool and revitalizing and the Atlantic water is warm and soothing. Topsail island is a paradise of ocean front homes, where family memories are made that last forever. The beaches are clean with white sand and an infinite number of sea shells to be combed through. Continue reading
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My Survival Pack
Many people attempt to make the quintessential survival pack. The quest is never ending for a pack that includes an implement for every event that may arise. My approach is to carry a few items that are going to have the biggest impact while lost or bored on the trail. I usually carry a small fixed blade or Continue reading
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Camping with Canines: A How to guide.
It is a rewarding experience to be able to bring your dog camping with you. After all, nothing beats having your favorite sidekick sitting with you in the warm glow of the camp fire or gracefully blazing the trail with you. But there are some considerations and preparations that help make this experience a natural, Continue reading
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Horace Kephart: The Original Carolina Adventurer
Photo Credit: http://barkriverknives.com/albums/album369/Horace_Kephart.jpg Horace Kephart was not only a master outdoorsman and accomplished writer, but more importantly he was an advocate for environmental policy. Kephart utilized his literary background and love of the mountains to persuade leaders of the early 1900s to create the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Kephart’s obsession with mountain places, people, Continue reading
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My Restlessness
As Spring draws closer my restlessness becomes incessant and heightened. I enjoy the winter up through the New Year and then I feel the urgency to get outside. January and February are the most uncomfortable for me. These are the two months that are generally cold and spent planning for warmer weather. All Continue reading
About Me
An adventure enthusiast who loves the Carolina’s.
Carolina Adventurer 