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long haul options TRAIL RUNNING SHOES
TSALI 2.0 Lightweight training shoes for trail and multi-surface running.
Cheers,
SPECTER Highly adjustable and protective trail shoes for varied terrain. Men’s and women’s product selection may vary.
advocate weeks We’re partnering with our retailers to raise awareness and funds for local conservation efforts and environmental initiatives. For dates, locations and organizations, go to: onepercentfortheplanet.org/ advocate.
May 2-16
Mast General Store NC, SC, TN National Parks Conservation Association
May 12-20
River Sports Outfitters Knoxville, TN Legacy Parks Foundation
May 25-June 6 Cumberland Transit Nashville, TN Access Fund
June 2-16
Mahoney’s Outfitters Johnson City, NC Tennessee Clean Water Network The Backpacker II Mt. Pleasant, SC Charleston Waterkeeper Alabama Outdoors Ruffner Mountain Nature Coalition
June 2-17 Marissa Hermanson Editor-in-Chief
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just got back from a trip down to Savannah, Ga. — my first time to the Hostess City. As someone born and raised in the South, Savannah was uncharted territory for me. I’m honestly embarrassed to admit that, considering Savannah is a quintessential Southern city, conjuring images of the Lowcountry, Spanish moss and antebellum charm. But, as someone who lives in the region, it was due time I venture out and start exploring beyond the confines of Central Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains. With that, spring break has come and gone and summer vacation is on its way; so here at Breathe, we are feeling inspired by our inner wanderlust to gear up for weekend jaunts and big vacations. We have put together our travel wish list to help you pack your bags for fun-filled trips across the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast (page 10). And, we have some great stories to inspire you to hit the road, too! We’ve highlighted Louisville’s must-see spots from the Urban Bourbon Trail to the up-and-coming
NuLu neighborhood (page 12). If you are packing up your family or friends for a road trip, check out our story on where to get the best bites from diners and dives along your way (page 15). Or, if you are looking for healthier options, check out our quick and easy snack recipes (page 6). Also, we are excited that country singer Sara Evans sat down for an exclusive interview with Breathe Magazine to dish all about her life as a big-name star and what life is like on the road (page 18). If you don’t have any upcoming travel plans, check out our stories on biking, trail running and the benefits of exercising outdoors to fulfill your adventuresome spirit through fresh air and Mother Nature. We also have included some fun reads on spring fashion trends, how to get glowing summer skin and our top picks for books. Keep in touch and let us know about your journeys, whether they be on the open road or the wooded trail.
Great Outdoor Provision Company Raleigh, NC Friends of the Mountains to Sea Trail
May 2012
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