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(From The 11/21/2020 Show) Backpacking on the Carolina Outdoors: James Gregory (Greg) Catledge grew up in the Delta of Mississippi which isn’t considered a hotbed for backpacking. At eleven years of age, he was introduced to the sport through Scouting, which included a trip to NC’s Smoky Mountains. During this time we’ll learn about what the sport means to Catledge & what separates backpacking from hiking & some of his favorite places to explore. He’ll also delve into continuing the sport as age becomes more of a factor & physical challenges & pains become more noticeable.