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45,000 acres, 30 miles of dirt and gravel roads, multiple ponds and streams, all kinds of flora and fauna and miles of hiking trails...in other words a whole lot of Awesome! I love this place. Every time I plan a quest to this part of South Carolina I am exploring, learning something new. I have kayaked several of the ponds, biked along the dirt roads, hiked the trails, photographed birds, butterflies, dragonflies, turtles and so much more. I suggest stopping at the visit

I haven't made many close friends in my life, but those I have made mean the world to me. I would do anything for them, and I like to think they would be there for me if the time comes. I want my blog to always be positive and informative, but today I have to write about a great friend! In memory of... We met in college. He was my fraternity brother and closest friend in college and after college. I remember him as incredibly smart, the way he would think was unlike anyon

Setting Out for Aiken State Park The morning was already warm and muggy, unusually so for a May day. I left the house at 6:30 am and set the GPS for Aiken State Park in South Carolina. I selected the option to avoid highways as I always do; the drive is part of the quest. Three hours later I arrived at my destination, continuing on to the kayak put-in on the South Fork of the Edisto River. The start of an almost two mile paddle down the river. This is a great feature at

From the misty peaks of the Blue Ridge to the hidden bends of our winding Lowcountry rivers. I'm on a mission to document the true spirit of the Carolinas. Whether I'm hiking through the National Forests, kayaking sun-drenched lakes, or biking the quiet back roads into our most charming small towns, I'm chasing the authentic Carolina experience. Through my camera lens and honest stories, I'll be highlighting it all: the one-of-a-kind treasures, the best local eats, the stu