Name: Cary Long Age: 44 Occupation: IT Specialist Years running: 7 Why do you run: Safer than riding a Harley Favorite place to run: Monte Sano Favorite achievement: Barkley Fall Classic 50K Finish Toughest moment during a race: The burning sensation after being stung 37 times by yellow jackets. Goals for 2017: Figure out my […]
John Brower, Rock/Creek Race Team
Name: John Brower Age: 41 Occupation: Licensed Professional Counselor Years running: 17 Why do you run? I may not always be at the top, but I always try and do my best, and enjoy each step. The pursuit of the sport has given me life-experiences and life-lessons on perseverance, discipline, and endurance that I would […]
Jobie Williams, Rock/Creek Race Team
Name: Jobie Williams Age: 45 Occupation: VP Treasurer Years running: 20 Why do you run? For the stories. Favorite places to run: Percy Warner Park, Long Hunter State Park, Cumberland Trail Favorite accomplishments? I’ve made at least one new friend at every trail race I’ve run. Toughest moment during a run/race? By far the toughest moment […]
Dreama Campbell, Rock/Creek Race Team
Name: Dreama Campbell Age: 44 soon to be 45 (June 30) Occupation: Personal trainer and run coach Years running: 15 Why do you run? I started running on the roads, but I did my first trail race and I was instantly converted to a trail runner. One word: ADVENTURE. It’s all about the adventure […]
Dawson’s Smoky Mountain Hiking Kit (Winter Edition)
A small collection of essentials can make all the difference when planning a trip into the woods. Everyone has a favorite piece of gear or something that is always in their pack. Here’s a list of items that our co-founder, Dawson takes when he hikes in the Smokies during winter: Pack: “I carry my gear in either […]
2016 Floatila to Benefit Reflection Riding
If you’ve never taken the time to explore Reflection Riding, you’ve definitely missed out on one of Chattanooga’s natural gems. Nestled at the base of Lookout Mountain on Lookout Creek, Reflection Riding could be considered Chattanooga’s version of Cades Cove. Wether you’re a seasoned visitor, or keep meaning to check it out, the Floatila is the perfect opportunity […]