Local. Its familiar definition has never been all too familiar to me. While the South has always been a moment of familiarity, I’ve always been a traveler of sorts due to a military family background. Eighteen countries and ten years later, I feel the most at home in nature.
From the snowy tops of the Alps to cold waters of South France, I have been given the opportunity to travel the world more than your average 21 year old. However, the southern summits hold a special place for me. Whether it’s my carabineer, climbing backpack or scarred up shins, I believe they have a story to tell of a south not fully represented.
Hidden from the treetops of the pines or tourists wandering eyes, the South has genuine adventure to offer to locals and visitors, but like anything worth it, it takes time to search for it. Enter the Southern Summit blog. As a part of this journey, I want to take you to the most exotic and beautiful expeditions across the Southeastern United States. While some areas may be familiar, others may be hidden pieces located below the Mason Dixon line. All the while I want to share my passion for the outdoors with you in all its forms. Using a camera and my words, I want to showcase the Southeast’s efforts of making its outdoor scene a better and brighter place through conservationist efforts or a local mountain biker.
We all have a story to tell, but it’s a matter of giving yourself a voice and stretching beyond your comfort zone. I hope that you will follow me on this journey as I reach to the summit of understanding of what outdoor-loving locals in the Southeast have to offer beyond the beaten path.
Southern Summit Collection 