Armchair Adveture Book Club Chat: Grandma Gatewood's Walk
Join us as we discuss the first woman to solo hike the Appalachian Trail. "Grandma Gatewood" was 67 when she first completed the 2050 mile path and she went on to hike the entire trail another two times. She became known far and wide for her walking ability, minimalist gear, and punch one liners. Far less known was he amount of domestic violence she endured before she became a nationally renowned pedestrian. We'll discuss it all with Ben Montgomery, author of the New York Times Bestseller, "Grandma Gatewood's Walk.
Armchair Adventure Book Club Chat: Stand Up That Mountain
Jay and his neighbors led the fight to protect the scenic balds near Roan Mountain from a deafening and destructive mining operation on a neighboring ridge.
Armchair Adventure Book Club Chat: Positive Forward Motion
We're taking a break from books this week and talking with another storyteller, videographer, and filmmaker Chris Gallaway. Chris has worked on a number of Appalachian Mountain films and biopics, including "Positive Forward Motion" featuring Jennifer Pharr Davis.
Armchair Adventure Book Club Chat: Gorge
Join us as we talk to Kara Richardson Whitley about her book "Gorge," which chronicles her climb up Kilimanjaro and her struggles with Binge Eating Disorder. Gorge is also set to be made into an Amazon Studios movie staring Chrissy Metz!
Armchair Adventure Book Club Chat: Untamed
"In wilderness, we find something greater than ourselves." - Carol Ruckdeschel
Today's Armchair Adventure Book Club with Blue Ridge Hiking Company & Jennifer Pharr Davis featured Will Harlan, author of the award-winning biography "Untamed: The Wildest Woman in American and the Fight for Cumberland Island."
Armchair Adventure Book Club Chat: The Unlikely Thru Hiker
A self-described metrosexual from NYC who likes to stay "groomed, fresh, and well dressed," Derick Lugo (trail name: Mr. Fabulous) hiked the entire Appalachian Trail and then penned a funny and heart-warming memoir that chronicles his journey - and his struggle to stay clean. Join Derick as he discusses his adventures on the Appalachian Trail, his writing journey, and his advice for other "Unlikely Thru-Hikers."
Armchair Adventure Book Club Chat: Becoming Odyssa
Over the past decade, "Becoming Odyssa" has sold over 60,000 copies and become a handbook for young men and women who are trying to find and navigate their path in the world. Join us to celebrate the 10 year anniversary edition - and the new audio version - of "Becoming Odyssa" with this interactive author talk that also features two of the books main characters (Warren Doyle and Mooch).
Happy Earth Day from Home!
Just because most of us are spending this special holiday at home, it doesn't mean we can't appreciate and support our environment. Conservation most often begins in our neighborhoods and backyards, so here are some ideas to celebrate Earth Day at home.
Armchair Adventure Book Club
Join us each week for a virtual chat with authors, adventurers, and film makers who will inspire you to plan your next big adventure!
Why We're Still Hiking During COVID-19
UPDATED 3/24/2020 at 1pm: At this time, we are suspending our guided trip and Appalachian Trail-er operations through April 8, 2020. We hope to see you all again soon!
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