Part two of the ridiculous things you hear Ashevillians say in the various saunas of Asheville.
A Blessed Turn of Events at the Asheville Trader Joe’s
A strange interaction at the Asheville Trader Joe’s restored my faith in humanity…for now.
An Unemployed Asheville December Bucket List
As I’ve previously shared, I’m currently experiencing what a more annoying sect of the internet that obviously doesn’t have to…
Performative Tech Bro-ness at the Sauna House
A very specific (very meta) type of performative masculinity was overheard at Asheville’s Sauna House recently.
A Shortoff Mountain Sunset Hike Was Almost as Chaotic as Black Balsam Knob
A local compares Black Balsam and Shortoff Mountain sunsets—two iconic WNC hikes with unexpectedly chaotic vibes, weddings, parties, and unforgettable views.
Lessons From My First Full-Moon Hike in Western North Carolina
I finally checked “full moon hike” off my Western North Carolina bucket list with a nighttime trek up Black Balsam. Here’s what I learned about timing, trails, and how to make a full moon hike actually magical.
A Sunrise at Mt LeConte
After getting laid off at a Virginia rest stop, I hiked to watch the sunrise at Mt. LeConte. Reflections on layoffs, friendship, and the kind of clarity only the Smokies can give you.
New Series: Overheard in the Asheville Saunas
You hear some wild conversations in the saunas of Asheville.
How Soon is Too Soon to Reflect on a Tragedy (or…Anything)?
How soon is too soon to reflect and learn from a tragedy? Or anything?
Nature Doesn’t Always Need a Narrative
In the wake of Hurricane Helene, the popular narrative was that climate change was responsible for the devastation. It’s a timely conversation to have, but lacks some nuance and historical evidence.
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