Casual Climbers: Unfit Hikers in the Carolinas

Oconee Station State Historical Site: Station Cove Falls Trail

This week, we talk about one of the easiest, yet most rewarding waterfall hikes in upstate South Carolina: The Station Cove Falls trail. We also discuss the 18th Century buildings at the park, as well as one of the coolest little produce stand/general stores in the region - Picket Post Produce.

Table Rock State Park: Carrick Creek Loop

This week, we discuss one of the most beautiful trails in upstate South Carolina: the Carrick Creek Loop at Table Rock State Park. Donna tells us the story of an early Table Rock hiker that you won't want to miss, and we talk about Aunt Sue's Country Corner.

Caesar's Head State Park: Raven Cliff Falls Trail

This week, we cover Raven Cliff Falls trail at Caesar's Head State Park. We also discuss the creation of the very unique Devil's Kitchen feature at the park, a great local coffee shop for a nice place to eat and recover, and we review we favorite hiking app. Also, Donna may just find Roy braiding Bigfoot's hair one day.

Special Episode: Interview with Park Ranger Shawn Llewellyn

In this week's special episode, Donna and Roy interview Paris Mountain State Park Ranger Shawn Llewellyn, one of the architects of many trails in the South Carolina state park system. He gives us a ton useful information on trail design and upkeep, special tips on trails at the park, his favorite trails, and how new hikers can get the best experience. Don't miss this episode!

Paris Mountain State Park Part 6: Sulphur Springs Trail

In our final episode in the Paris Mountain State Parks trail series, we review the park's flagship trail. We also introduce two new segments: Fun Facts and Product Reviews. In this week's Fun Facts, we discuss the hilarious story of Richard Pearis, the park's namesake. Donna and Roy review their trekking poles, and help new hikers understand what to look for when buying them.

Paris Mountain State Park Part 5: Feel-The-Burn Hikes

This week, we cover the tough Brissy Ridge and Pipsissewa trails. Overall, not our favorites, but there are some real highlights. Also, Donna rats out Roy for putting forest stuff in his mouth!

Paris Mountain State Park Part 4: Feel-The-Burn Hikes

This week, we cover the Kanuga and North Lake Loop trails - 6.65 miles of feel-the-burn outdoor fun. This is one you won't want to miss while at the park!

Paris Mountain State Park Part 3: Break-a-Sweat Hikes

In this episode, we detail two break-a-sweat hikes for beginners at Paris Mountain State Park: Sassafras Loop trail and the Sulpher-Springs/Firetower/Kanuga Loop trail. Designed for beginner hikers or out-of-shape middle-agers like us, this podcast will provide useful info on the difficulty of the hikes (the REAL difficulty), completion times, and tips for brand new hikers. Website: casualclimbers.podbean.com

Paris Mountain State Park Part 2: Easy Hikes

In this episode, we detail the two more easy hikes for beginners at Paris Mountain State Park: Mountain Creek Trail and Mountain Lake via Sulpher Springs. Designed for beginner hikers or out-of-shape middle-agers like us, this podcast will provide useful info on the difficulty of the hikes (the REAL difficulty), completion times, and tips for brand new hikers. Website: casualclimbers.podbean.com

Paris Mountain State Park Part 1: Easy Hikes

In our inaugural episode, we detail the two easiest hikes for beginners at Paris Mountain State Park in Greenville, SC. Designed for beginner hikers or out-of-shape middle-agers like us, this podcast will provide useful info on the difficulty of the hikes (the REAL difficulty), completion times, and tips for brand new hikers.