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Roy and Donna Padrick are Floridians who transported to upstate South Carolina and have fallen in love with the mountains and hiking. We are by no means experts nor are we in top shape, but we love the outdoors, hunting for that perfect waterfall, and sharing our experiences with others. We hope you find our podcast fun and informative and see us out on the trails!

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