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Author: Erin Gifford

Mount Rogers | Appalachian Trail | Hikes in Virginia
Hikes with Views 

Mount Rogers: Hike the Appalachian Trail to Virginia’s Highpoint

June 24, 2022June 11, 2022 Erin Gifford Southwest Virginia

There are more than a few people who aspire to reach the highpoint of every U.S. state, which includes Mount

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Dickey Knob Trail | Raccoon Branch Wilderness | Hiking in Virginia
Hikes with Views 

Dickey Knob Trail: A Summit Hike in the Raccoon Branch Wilderness Near Sugar Grove, Virginia

June 22, 2022June 22, 2022 Erin Gifford Southwest Virginia

A stop at the Raccoon Branch Campground near Sugar Grove, Virginia allows for a 4.8-mile out-and-back hike that includes the

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Woman Hiking in the Forest |
Question of the Week 

Need to Know: Can You Wear Merino Wool in Summer When Hiking Outdoors?

June 20, 2022June 20, 2022 Erin Gifford

Merino wool is often associated with insulating and maintaining warmth in cold weather. However, you can and should wear merino

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Tinker Cliffs Hike | Catawba, Virginia
Hikes with Views 

Tinker Cliffs: Hike the Andy Layne Trail to Epic Views in Catawba, Virginia

June 17, 2022June 11, 2022 Erin Gifford Virginia Mountains

I recently hiked Tinker Cliffs in Catawba, Virginia for the second time. It’s still my favorite hike of the three

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Outdoor Adventures 

Weekend Getaway: Get Outside in Spotsylvania County, Virginia

June 16, 2022June 15, 2022 Erin Gifford

Summer is here, and if you’re eager to get outside, then I have a destination for you. Even better, it’s

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McAfee Knob Hike | Appalachian Trail | Bucket List Hike in Virginia
Hikes with Views 

McAfee Knob: A Spectacular Bucket List Hike on the Appalachian Trail Near Roanoke, Virginia

June 15, 2022June 2, 2022 Erin Gifford Virginia Mountains

The scenic McAfee Knob hike is among the most popular hikes in Virginia. In fact, AllTrails ranks this bucket list

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Hiking in Jeans
Question of the Week 

Need to Know: Is it Okay to Go Hiking in Jeans?

June 13, 2022June 14, 2022 Erin Gifford

Hiking in jeans: is it okay to do? Why is it so controversial? We’ve all done it at least once…

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Chestnut Knob Shelter | Appalachian Trail Shelters in Virginia | Hikes in Southwest Virginia
Hikes with Views 

Chestnut Knob Shelter: An Appalachian Trail Hike Near Burke’s Garden, Virginia

June 10, 2022June 11, 2022 Erin Gifford Southwest Virginia

There are 62 Appalachian Trail shelters in Virginia, including the Chestnut Knob Shelter near Burke’s Garden in Southwest Virginia. This

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House Mountain Hike | Lexington, Virginia
Hikes with Views 

House Mountain: A Big Hike to Very Big Views Near Lexington, Virginia

June 8, 2022May 27, 2022 Erin Gifford Shenandoah Valley

Not long ago, I completed and lived to tell about the House Mountain hike near Lexington. I honestly believe this

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Hiking Woman
Question of the Week 

Need to Know: Why Do My Fingers and Hands Swell When I Hike?

June 6, 2022June 7, 2022 Erin Gifford

If you’re here, chances are you’ve searched for something like, “Why do my hands swell when I hike?” Don’t worry,

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