The Green Tunnel

The Green Tunnel

By Roy Rosenzweig Center for History and New MediaHealth & FitnessHistory
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The Green Tunnel episodes

  • Uprooted

    Today we're going to tell you the story of the people who lived in the Shenandoah mountains traversed by the Appalachian Trail before Shenandoah National Park.

    30 min
  • Gear Up

    Regardless of their background, their age, or how long they plan to be on the trail, gear is one topic that every hiker has in common with every other hiker. But the gear you see on the Appalachian Trail today is radically different from what hikers carried in the 1930s, the 1950s, or even the 1970s.

    31 min
  • Season Two Trailer

    In season two of The Green Tunnel, we have some fantastic new stories for you on the history of the Appalachian Trail. We've interviewed hikers in the wild, people who take care of the trail, historians, authors, and many others to bring you some new perspectives on America's oldest and most iconic long-distance hiking trail.

    2 min
  • Craving Community
    This episode of The Green Tunnel focuses on the rich culture surrounding places to eat along the Appalachian Trail and their connection to the economy within trail towns. It also contains some pretty good restaurant suggestions!
    16 min
  • Music of the Mountains
    In this special bonus episode of The Green Tunnel podcast, we sat down with The Green Tunnel's own musicians to hear from them about their connections to the traditions and music of the Appalachian mountains.
    26 min
  • Hiking McAfee Knob with Virginia Outdoor Adventures
    In this episode of The Green Tunnel, we present an episode of the Virginia Outdoor Adventures podcast hosted by Jessica Bowser. To learn more about this great show and for the latest episode, visit virginiaoutdooradventures.com. Often referred to as "one of the most spectacular hikes in the US," McAfee Knob attracts hikers from across the world and is one of the most photographed spots on the entire Appalachian Trail. Former Roanoke Appalachian Trail Club President, Diana Christopulos, shares everything you need to know before hitting the trail in Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains, including where to gear up, what to do while you're in town, and where to find the best local brew at the end of the day.
    46 min
  • Helloooo!
    In 1930 Eiler Larsen set out on what is the first recorded attempt of what we call an Appalachian Trail thru-hike. He didn't make it in one year. He got a little distracted. In the final episode of our first season, we're going to tell Larsen's story: how he was drawn to the AT, his message of happiness, and how he ended up being the official Greeter of Laguna Beach, California (which by the way, is approximately one Appalachian Trail away from Springer Mountain in Georgia). This episode was produced by Mills Kelly. The executive producer is Abby Mullen. Editing by Jeanette Patrick. Show notes are available at greentunnel.rrchnm.org.
    30 min
  • Iconic Locations: Oglethorpe Monument
    The original southern terminus of the Appalachian Trail was at the summit of Mount Oglethorpe in Georgia. But that changed in 1958 when the Appalachian Trail Conservancy agreed to move the terminus to Springer Mountain because of...(wait for it)...chickens. Really. Chickens. The Green Tunnel is a production of R2 Studios at George Mason University. It is hosted by Mills Kelly. This episode was edited by Jeanette Patrick.
    8 min
  • Give Me Shelter
    When you are hiking on the Appalachian Trail and it starts raining, it's nice to know that somewhere up ahead there is a cozy shelter you can duck into. Luckily, there are more than 250 trailside shelters on the AT. Some of them almost 100 years old, and have just as much history as the trail itself. This episode examines the history of those shelters and the hiker hostels along the trail that have become much more than just cover from the rain. They've become a place for community along the trail. This episode was produced by Hayley Madl. It's hosted by Mills Kelly. Show notes available at greentunnel.rrchnm.org.
    35 min

About The Green Tunnel

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The Green Tunnel explores the history and culture of the United States' most iconic long-distance hiking trail, the Appalachian Trail. Hosted by Mills Kelly, the show delves into topics including the…

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