360° views are something to be treasured, and North Carolina has a lot of them. However, if you’re looking for a hike that will make you feel like you’re on top of the world, The Tennent Mountain/Black Balsam Knob Loop meets all the criteria.
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First came the rain.
Dave: “Is there anything you need while I’m out? It looks like Clear Creek’s gonna overflow.”
Judy: “Nah, I’m good.”
Famous last words.
Life is nothing but transitions, some planned and some spontaneous. COVID-19, looming political chaos, and unexpected medical issues made the 1,200-mile journey to Canmore every summer less accessible and, unfortunately, challenging to manage. We had always dreamed of settling in one perfect location; now was our opportunity.
It was a quick trip, but well worth it. A family visit was long overdue. Happily, Dave has a son here in Phoenix, but the remainder of our family lives well east of here about as far as one can get without leaving the continent.