The climbing club at Western Carolina University is a place for teamwork, support and the opportunity for training and competition within an individual sport. And on Saturday, Feb. 18, you can see a demonstration of all of that during the 1oth Annual Rock and Rumble Bouldering Competition in the Campus Recreation Center. The director of Outdoor Programs […]
Landmark Learning gets a new and improved campus
December 17, 2016 by
This story was co-written with Jessica Wooten. Landmark Learning is a hands on school in Cullowhee, North Carolina that specializes in teaching and training people who work or want to work in the outdoor community. Landmark Learning has many different courses to choose from in the categories of water, medical and wilderness. Within these courses, you can […]
Secret study spots for your finals week
December 12, 2016 by
This story was co-written with Imani Stewart Western Carolina University’s pristine location allows students to have quick and easy access to many of the best sights and adventures the Southern Appalachian Mountains have to offer. With finals week approaching, stress is on the rise, but have no fear – there are plenty of places that can […]
The best leaf color in WNC higher elevations is next weekend (Oct. 15-16)
October 10, 2016 by
Whether you resented or embraced the summer’s stifling refusal to leave us last month, its lingering high temperatures have greater significance than allowing our cardigans and hoodies to rest in the back of our drawers a while longer. Dr. Beverly Collins, Western Carolina University’s resident “fall color forecaster,” says a warmer September means a delayed and […]
Canoe slalom exceeds expectations for the community
September 15, 2016 by
This story was co-written with Keegan Wiggins The seventh annual Cullowhee Canoe Slalom, held on Saturday, Sept. 10, encouraged camaraderie and gave beginner paddlers the chance to experience something new. The goal of the event is to create a platform for an average person to enjoy paddling whether it be in a canoe with a partner […]
How to prepare for a long run
March 4, 2016 by
The Valley of the Lilies half marathon and 5k is coming up on Saturday, April 2. The course will take place around campus and along the Tuckaseigee River in Cullowhee, NC. Some students have been training for months, others will just sign up on a whim. Want to participate in the half marathon but don’t know […]
