This Is Nashville

Take a hike! (And then watch Chef Star Maye on Chopped)

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Fall is here and the weather is perfect for getting outside and exploring the parks, trails and greenways of Middle Tennessee. In today’s episode, we’re joined by outdoors educators to learn more about just what kinds of hiking experiences and resources the Nashville area has to offer. Then, a pair of experienced hikers will talk about equipment, safety, community and the Appalachian trail.

We'll close out the hour with an interview with Chef Star Maye, who was recently on the hit tv show CHOPPED.

Guests: 

  • John Michael Cassidy, Shelby Bottoms director

  • Sophia Wang, outdoors educator

  • Jess Mae Lancaster, avid hiker and author of She Hikes Tennessee 

  • Melanie Harsha, avid hiker who has completed the Appalachian Trail

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