On the Cover: Photo by Kurtis Schachner, courtesy of Snowshoe Mountain Resort.
Departments
A North Carolina woman completes a 2,000-mile paddle from her home state to the Gulf.
An adventurer has optimism that plenty of snow is on the way, giving the Blue Ridge the best winter ever.
Great new cold-weather gear for all your upcoming winter adventures.
New songs from Bonnie “Prince” Billy and Sharon Van Etten. Plus, Lucinda Williams’ special tribute to the Beatles.
Features
A visit to the resorts in the North Carolina High Country helped a former skier find his old mojo on the slopes.
What’s new at the Blue Ridge ski resort
Meet a top ultrarunner, an Olympic paddler, and the new A.T. speed
record holder.
Follow these tips to comfortably camp in the cold weather
The top outdoor races, festivals, events, and experiences in the Blue Ridge and Beyond. Check out some of our top picks here and online at blueridgeoutdoors.com