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Hold Your Breath

by BRO Staff May 1, 2009

A Green River paddler provides a helmet-cam view of the South’s hairiest race.

Bird’s Eye View

by BRO Staff May 1, 2009

Hang gliding from Lookout Mountain.

Southern Appalachian Beer Guide

by BRO Staff May 1, 2009

If you’ve enjoyed a quality microbrew in the last 30 years, you need to thank former president Jimmy Carter. In 1978, Carter repealed an outdated federal law that made home brewing illegal, lifting the prohibition and clearing the way for thousands of Americans to brew their own beer, a step that fostered a craft brew [...]

Festival Guide

by BRO Staff May 1, 2009

It’s time once again for the annual season of celebration. Of course we’re talking about festival season! Take the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors without inhibition and relish the Blue Ridge’s bounty of mountain culture. From roots-music bashes to adrenaline sports events, the Southern festival scene has something for everyone. But don’t just take it [...]