(Regular Exploring Elements contributor Bobby "The Dogg" Miller muses about his recent trip down the Toxaway. Be sure to check out the linked, highlighed words, within the article to enjoy even more of The Dogg's style:) -Bryon) The mountains of North Carolina have long been famous for boasting some of the steepest runs anywhere and tons of huge drops. It is a veritable … [Read more...] about JUST ADD WATER! North Carolina’s Toxaway River by “The Dogg” (+Video)
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MAYA RALLY: Video Series
The inaugural Maya Rally in 2012 was a pretty epic overland scavenger hunt style event across southern Mexico. Team Astrid, consisting of myself and Anthony Sicola of Overland Nomads ended up completing the entire "survival guide" and taking home the overall victory for the Rally. In the end the Rally was all about friendships made and adventures experienced. Hopefully you can … [Read more...] about MAYA RALLY: Video Series
Van Life Gets a Woman’s Touch
I snagged a good one:) My new girlfriend Sarah Blessington has joined me in the Sportsmobile full-time on the road. Van life has just gotten sooo much better! Sarah and I met while I was doing the Gems & Brews Tour this winter in Colorado, as she is the Events Coordinator at Powderhorn Mtn Resort. She and her boyfriend at the time were great hosts to both the … [Read more...] about Van Life Gets a Woman’s Touch
CO Ski Country USA Gems & Brews Tour 2013: Powderhorn Mountain Resort
by: Bryon Dorr The Gems & Brews Tour was a 2-week (2/11-25/2013) ski pilgrimage devoted to sampling some of the best small mountain resorts, fine craft beers, spirits and food across Colorado. Over those 2-weeks I visited 5 Colorado Gem mountain resorts, 13 breweries, 3 distilleries, 1 hot spring, 5 bars, 4 hotels, spent 3 nights with friends, Sportsmobile camped 4 … [Read more...] about CO Ski Country USA Gems & Brews Tour 2013: Powderhorn Mountain Resort
REVISITING THE ROAD LESS TRAVELED: WV’s Lower Meadow by “The Dogg”
Written by: Bobby "The Dogg" Miller The Lower Meadow has a reputation for being one of the most dangerous runs in West Virginia. The rocks on this river have been weathered down over the years, creating severe undercuts and siphons. At 125 feet/mile, there are plenty of steeper runs out there but you will be hard pressed to find a river with more caves and traps. The run is … [Read more...] about REVISITING THE ROAD LESS TRAVELED: WV’s Lower Meadow by “The Dogg”