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This week's #podcast is a GREAT #interview with Nathan and Kim Wright of the Pinhoti Outdoor Center in Sylacauga, Alabama.  This dream team will have you grabbing your boots and poles to hit the #pinhoti this weekend! From planning to shelter to shuttling and more, Nathan and Kim are here to help you start your hiking adventure. 

This brand new #smallbusiness in the heart of Alabama is ALL HEART! Join us today as they share their resources, amenities, cautionary tales and how to connect with outdoor enthusiasts like YOU! 

https://www.facebook.com/PinhotiOutdoorCenter

⏱TIMESTAMPS⏱

1:15 Dreams of helping hikers
2:42 Pinhoti Magic
3:20 The Hostel
4:13 MAKE A RESERVATION - please (205) 202-9525 or FaceBook Message
5:27 Busy - Busy - BOOK NOW
6:04 Hiking Community and Heflin Crew
6:30 Syclacauga - Pinhoti Trail Town
7:06 Blazing new trails
8:35 Weogufka
9:28 Welcome ALL HIKERS! Newbies to Pros ~
10:12 Passion to help
13:02 Packout Perfectly
14:55 Shuttle services
17:00 Sylacauga has resources too!
17:25 Pizza delivery to the POC!
Giovanni's Italian Restaurant
18:18 Plan your future hikes with a little help
19:20 Leave NO Trace 

Thank you Nathan and Kim, I so enjoyed getting to meet you and I look forward to my 2021 stay at the POC!

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Thanks to David Hyde music, Acoustic/Folk Instrumental for my awesome music for this podcast and video podcast. You can find him on SoundCloud for the background music!

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Growing up on #cheaha #mountain Renee Raney (Park Superintendent) and Mandy Pearson (Park Naturalist) share the #wonder and #heart of Alabama's #highestpoint - the #valley in the sky their mission of "Heart to Park" connection places this #stateepark on your #mustsee  list. 

The natural beauty and accessibility for everybody and "every" "body" will be having you book your SPRING trip soon!

⏱TIMESTAMPS⏱
1:00 Meet the ladies
3:15 What's in your backyard?
4:20 International visitors - from Nepal to Hawaii
5:05 Cheaha is for everybody and "every" "body"
6:21 Accessible hikes
6:56 Was that BIG FOOT?
8:23 Wanna stay over - they gotcha covered - From campers, cabins, the lodge and much more!
10:25 Wedding and special venues with AMENITIES
10:50 over 250,000 visitors annually
11:07 WELCOME all newbie NATURE LOVERS
11:29 Fall in love with Cheaha
13:27 WiFi is coming to Cheaha
15:07 Hit the Hiking Trails
19:00 Museums and more...
21:00 Stay connected - 
WEBSITE - https://www.alapark.com/parks/cheaha-state-park
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/CheahaStatePark
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cheahastatepark/

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I love to connect people with the world through unique adventures. 

I hope my videos and podcasts inspire people to explore and embrace the experience of traveling the world by connecting through humanity, love of nature, and compassion.

It's always an adventure when you ©Travel with Wendy!

Thanks to David Hyde music, Acoustic/Folk Instrumental for my awesome music for this podcast and video podcast. You can find him on SoundCloud for the background music!

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Today I have the privilege of interviewing new #smallbusiness owners, Pam and Roger Wald of #thehattercafe in #mentone #alabama - Their #unique and interesting cafe is set to the Alice in Wonderland book and its lively characters. Their vision and passion took on a whole new life that started with the #longestyardsale in #America.

Join us today as they share their sidetracked path that led to this #adorable and #peaceful place in the lovely, #magical town of Mentone on #lookoutmountain

⏱TIMESTAMPs⏱
1:04 Welcome & Introductions
1:49 The Longest Yard Sale
2:39 Getting side tracked in Mentone
3:27 Alice in Wonderland concept
4:19 #Creative minds create #cool creations
5:01 The tea collection begins
5:08 We have a GIFT store!
7:15 Bed and Breakfast Amenities & Design
9:39 Future plans and expansion
10:13 Proper Tea - Southern Style
10:47 A Foodie Menu
12:18 Hours of Operation - http://www.thehattercafe.com/
14:39 Turning dreams into reality
15:37 Thanks & See you soon!

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I learned so much recently about the #pinhotitrail at the #heflin spur in the #talladeganationalforest this past month! I was excited to sit down and chat with Tammy Perry, Director of Parks & Recreation for the City of Heflin, and Adam Dasinger, all-around trail guru for the Pinhoti Trail. 

In today's podcast, we cover trail highlights, the Cahulga Creek Park, the Guthook App, Pinhoti Trail Certification and how to hike for 2 hours, half a day, or overnight! 

Want to know more...

⏱TIMESTAMPS⏱
1:09 Trains and Trails - don't miss this VLOG!
1:59 Disc Golf Course
3:00 Trailheads
4:00 Hiking and Replenishing - trail into town
5:04 Meet Heflin
5:42 Christmas Events
6:30 Talladega National Forest - Nature's Playground
6:51 Guthook App
8:15 Pinhoti Trail Certification
10:10 Promoting the Pinhoti
11:05 Bring the fam 
11:54 3 Season TRAIL!

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This past month I had the opportunity to meet Pam and Lauren Miles of The Barn at Bennett Flats in Heflin, Alabama. This incredible #wedding and special #events venue in central #Alabama is unforgettable. The picturesque barn with white drapes that frame this historical and beautiful space is a perfect place to create family memories. The main house is open and warm and makes you want to plan all your family functions here.

The Miles Family has thought of everyone, the bride, the groom, and the family. Details that can seem overwhelming when you are planning a wedding or special event fade away because they have already created a space for you.

Find out how Mim and Lauren met, and their shared passion and vision for creating a family business all about the family.

⏱TIMESTAMP⏱
1:00 History and vision of the Barn
2:12 Early beginnings
4:03 Visions (present and future)
5:13 How Mim and Lauren met?
6:08 Busy, busy seasons, when to book, special themes, CHICKENS 🐥
6:58 Airbnbs Available
8:10 Brides - YES!! But they have the groom covered too, check it out!
11:20 GREAT LOCATION
12:10 How to find them on-line The Barn at Bennett Flats
13:02 Hunting, Hiking, Girl's Weekend, Guys trips and more...
13:40 I ❤️ HEFLIN
13:58 Covid guidelines and procedures

Thanks again for a great interview and an introduction to your family!

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I had such a ball talking all things #travel with the ladies (Angie Pierce and Melea Hames) from the Alabama Mountain Lakes Tourist Association #visitnorthal We covered so much you won't want to miss this! If you are planning a #staycation and live near #atlanta #nashville #birmingham have we got #info for you -

So join us today as we talk about cool #weekend #getaways that include #mountains #lakes #golf #bbq #music #hiking #shopping and so much more!

⏱TIMESTAMP⏱
1:20 Mission and Vision
1:54 Jesse Owens Museum
2:30 State Parks and Gorham's Bluff
2:45 Fishing and Lakes
3:38 Road Trip Packages
4:16 Muscle Shoals Music
4:28 COVID Update
5:10 Upcoming Christmas Events
6:18 Tinsel Trail in Big Spring Park
7:27 Orbix Hot Glass
8:09 1818 Farms
8:37 Robert Trent Jones Golf & More
9:30 Little about Decatur, (Pecans, BBQ, and Candy)
10:36 State Parks & Ziplines
12:02 Christmas Shopping
13:03 North AL Wine Trail
13:59 Discounts and Deals from Visit North AL
14:48 Visit on Social Media too!

*Still working out some audio technical difficulties, thanks for bearing with me :) 

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In this episode of Talking Travel with Wendy, I am #chatting with Denise Taylor of Keep Alabama Beautiful and we talk about this busy #fall #clean-up #season and everyone who have worked together to keep this pretty state clean.

From the backroads of Alabama to the Tennessee River Denise covers the state to help new municipalities and volunteers work together to #keepitclean with trash #prevention #education and clean-up crew efforts.

Check out how you can get FREE SUPPLIES and more in this #podcast

⏱TIMESTAMPS⏱
1:54 Back roads of Alabama
2:18 Alabama surprises
3:09 Need some trash pick up help?
4:06 Get your FREE CAR #keepitinthecar BAGS here!!
By email... or a text through social media
Instagram
Facebook
4:35 Super VOLUNTEERS!! THANK YOU
5:15 Watershed and Beautification Pick up!
6:09 Wanna help?
8:02 Here's how to join a clean-up effort! 🌳🌲🥾

I love to connect people with the world through unique adventures. 

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Join me in this week's #vlog highlighting #flightplanwineandtapas restaurant in #huntsville #alabama I had a great chat with creators, Belinda and Jim Taylor who share their #vision, #mission, and #passion for #goodfood and #greatspirits.

Their concept is so #european it makes me miss it less. You'll experience Jim's innovative #recipes and Belinda's creative #pairings that will bring you back weekly!

*Still working on some audio technical difficulties, thanks for bearing with me :)

⏱TIMESTAMPS⏱
1:00 Meet Jim and Belinda Taylor
2:04 Vision and Mission
2:21 Tapas Menu Creations
5:08 Special Events & more
6:07 Golden Wings Club
6:58 Happy Hour
7:14 #covid update
8:22 Catering
9:14 Website & Social
10:40 Making Reservations

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It's always an adventure when you ©Travel with Wendy!

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It was such a blast visiting #isbells #pumpkin #farm in Leighton #alabama this past weekend. A great day trip in #north Alabama just over an hour from #huntsville - a #safari walk #pettingzoo #treehouse #haymaze #gemmine #funnelcakes and so much more! 

Check out my #local #vlog on this #familyfun family-owned business in Cleburne County close to the Mississippi and Tennessee borders!

⏱TIMELINE⏱
1:38 History of Isbell's Farm
2:06 Family Business
3:52 Safari Walk
5:53 Sunflower Fields Forever
6:21 Gem Mine
6:50 Cow Train
7:29 Admission
7:45 Pony Rides
8:40 Bucking Bull
8:51 Social Media Connections
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/IsbellsPumpkinFarm
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/isbellspumpkinfarm/
Website - https://isbellspumpkinfarm.wixsite.com/isbellspumpkinfarm2
9:27 Special Events & Venue
10:04 Family Connections and Memorabilia

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It's always an adventure when you ©Travel with Wendy!

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Join me today as I have a #chat with Denise Taylor, Executive Director of Keep Alabama Beautiful

I love partnering with organizations that share a similar mission! Keep Alabama Beautiful (KALB) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization serving the state of Alabama and believes that everyone deserves to live in a clean and healthy environment. An affiliate of Keep America Beautiful, Keep Alabama Beautiful (KALB) is the partnership of more than 100 organizations and communities in Alabama. Individuals, organizations, and corporations are the strength of KALB and seek to increase awareness of ways to maintain a clean and beautiful state
Let's explore this wonderful state of Alabama and help keep it clean!

Email Denise at [email protected]

Join us today at the Monte Sano Japanese Garden as we share updates, future visions, and how to get involved!

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I love to connect people with the world through unique adventures.

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It's always an adventure when you ©Travel with Wendy!

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