The best way to explore an off-beat destination

If you share your life with a dog, you probably already know that winter provides many unique opportunities and challenges for adventuring. Most dogs, especially the young ones, don’t differentiate between beautiful sunny days and frigid snowy ones. They are up for anything, despite the weather.  And if you live in the snowy tundra of New England, there is no better way to enjoy the winter than to head out on a little adventure – snowshoeing with dogs, or even cross-country skiing. On the one hand, our dogs are an inspiration – getting us off the couch and out of our weather-induced funk. On the other hand, dogs make it hard to enjoy those days when you would rather be cuddling up with a good book. Sigh… When it comes down to it, we’re thankful for all the dogs in our lives. Rain or shine,  snow or sleet, we get outside, and because of our dogs, we enjoy (just about) every minute of it. It doesn’t take much to adventure with your dog in ...

Tucked away in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Blowing Rock, North Carolina is a bustling mountain town that is known for its outdoor opportunities, quaint dining and shopping, and beautiful scenery. It’s also one of the most dog-friendly towns we’ve had the pleasure of visiting. Blowing Rock, NC is affectionately called the “Crown of the Blue Ridge,” and is a must-stop destination if you’re traveling on the world-famous Blue Ridge Parkway. Ready to take a little tour of this storybook village in the mountains? Here’s an overview of some of our favorite things to do in Blowing Rock, NC, as well as some tips for visiting with dogs. Outdoor Adventures, Parks, and Hiking near Blowing Rock, NC Blowing Rock and the Blue Ridge Mountains provide numerous activities for outdoor recreation. The following parks, hikes, and activities are dog-friendly and perfect for families: Moses H. Cone Memorial Park Flat Top Manor in Moses H. Cone Memorial Park Located rig...