Augusta County wants a highway entrance that combines commercial development with a fitting welcome to the Valley; ...

About 340 million years ago, the Appalachian Mountains were as tall as the Himalayas and spanned across what is today three continents.

The till plains and western outlier of the Glaciated Appalachian Plateau also contain major subsurface ... and vegetation. On the uplands of the Allegheny Plateau, most soils are of glacial origin: ...

It's not easy being an amphibian. These creatures including toads, salamanders and newts face plenty of challenges as their ...

It’s a small act that makes a big difference for these amphibians, who need different habitats for different stages of their life cycle — sometimes wetlands, sometimes drier uplands.

Need a new hiking spot in Georgia? A recent study has released the best day hikes on the Appalachian Trail in every state, including Georgia. For those seeking a peaceful escape on the Appalachian ...

In 2025, the Appalachian Trail, the longest hiking-only footpath in the world, celebrates 100 years of measuring the skills, endurance and heart of thousands of intrepid adventurers. Over 3,000 ...

Hiking the Appalachian Trail through the Blue Ridge Mountains takes people through thick forests and across grassy mountaintop balds. This year it also includes a short boat ride. Floodwaters from ...