Articles From March/April 2016

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Camp Hell

Last laugh: the perils of backyard camping.
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Pedaling with a Purpose

Helping a Blue Ridge Marathoner, and being amazed at the talent and times around him.
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Mike Morris Takes on Kilamanjaro

The local runner, marathoner, and hiker climbs Africa's tallest peak.
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Fly Fishing Capital of the World?

Our writer and three great guides make the case.
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5 Great Do-‘n’-Dines

The mountains are full of great climbing, hiking, biking, fishing and more. And also full of great dining-with-view. Combine the two for great fun.
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Family Camping: 10 Great Spots

it’s spring—time to get the family outside and into the woods. See our list of 10 great Virginia mountain family campgrounds.
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Quick Strides: Tour de Floyd, Lyme Disease, and More

Get a look at the Quick Strides department featured in the Spring 2016 issue of Life Outside.
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All Downhill

Mountain-biker Corey Heitz has undertaken lots of outdoor pursuits, including rowing, running and backpacking. But for the go-to these days, it’s the bicycle out on the trails.
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Taste Spring!

The lushness of new-season vegetation, combined with snow-melt high flows in streams and some great views make these five hikes perfect for spring.
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Betty Branch: Reaching Goals

Yes, a man can live to be 98 years old, but not often carrying the same convictions and approaches to life he held in elementary school.

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