Explore With RWD

The Linville Gorge Wilderness: What You Need To Know

The Linville Gorge Wilderness in the Pisgah National Forest of Western North Carolina is an adventurous location with breathtaking views, fauna, and flora.  However, before you venture out onto the trails, there are a few things you need to know.  Trekking the Wilderness isn't a walk in the park but it's certainly worth the effort.Recreation and Trails Program Manager of The Pisgah National Forest Grandfather Ranger District, Lisa Jennings shares the challenges, permitting process, and beauty of the Linville Gorge Wilderness.Read more at www.explorewithrwd.com.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/explorewithrwd/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/explorewithrwd/support

Maintaining A Roadway of Adventure, The Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation

The Blue Ridge Parkway is one of the most popular National Parks in the United States with over 16 million visitors each year (a number which triumphs the annual number of visitors to Yellow Stone, Yosemite, and the Grand Canyon combined).  Running from Cherokee, North Carolina to Roanoke, Virginia connecting the Great Smoky Mountains National Park to Shenandoah National Park.  Join us in Episode 18, as we talk with Chief Executive Officer of the Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation, Carolyn Ward about the adventure the Parkway offers in rich Appalachian History to amazing programs for children.  Let your journey of exploration begin....Episode Notes:Visit the Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation online: http://www.brpfoundation.orgVisit the Kids In Parks Program online: http://www.kidsinparks.comVisit Explore With RWD online: http://www.explorewithrwd.com--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/explorewithrwd/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/explorewithrwd/support

Explore The Stars From PARI

New stars and galaxies are being discovered and researched from deep within the Pisgah National Forest at P.A.R.I. (Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute).  This 200 plus acre facility helps to make new discoveries which will take us into the stars, while offering educational camps for those wanting to learn more about what is beyond our world.  We chat with P.A.R.I.'s Educational Director Melanie Crowson in this episode of Explore With RWD.E-mail Melanie about visiting at mcrowson@pari.eduLearn more about P.A.R.I. at http://www.pari.edu--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/explorewithrwd/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/explorewithrwd/support

How To Bring A Family Together Cheaply

One of the cheapest ways to bring a family together is an afternoon hiking, fishing, or swimming in the National and State Forests and Parks throughout our nation.  In Episode 15, Roger shares his story of how an outing with his father in the outdoors helped him to heal their relationship.Visit us online: http://www.explorewithrwd.com--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/explorewithrwd/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/explorewithrwd/support

Saving The Waterfalls You Love

Many of us love to visit waterfalls in our national and state parks and forests.  However,  a lot of us are not educated enough to avoid being seriously hurt or damaging the delicate ecosystem at each waterfalls they visit.  That doesn't have to be the case, join us as we chat with Executive Director of Waterfall Keepers of North Carolina, Kevin Adams on waterfall safety, etiquette, and stewardship.   Learn more: https://www.waterfallkeepersofnc.orgView Kevin's Art: http://www.kadamsphoto.comVisit Explore With RWD online for future podcasts, blogs, images and videos: http://www.explorewithrwd.com--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/explorewithrwd/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/explorewithrwd/support