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Welcome Archives and Media. A Walk in the Woods has been featured in a number of news articles, podcasts and magazines since it’s humble beginnings in 1998. Below are some of our favorite mentions in the media.
“Vesna shared her knowledge of foraging, something she has been doing with her family since her childhood. Listening to her describe her wild foods frittata may work up an appetite, so grab a snack and have a listen to all the deliciousness that she finds in her own backyard.”
SMOKY MOUNTAIN AIR PODCAST: VESNA PLAKANIS TALKS ABOUT THE WILD FOODS OF SUMMER
Podcast Ep.23 Great Smoky Mountains
EP23: This week we forage for mushrooms, follow a rattlesnake, and try some moonshine in the Great Smoky Mountains and Eastern Tennessee with local trail guide and naturalist Vesna Plakanis.
On July 5th, 2004, A Walk in the Woods was part of a news piece on the Great Smoky Mountain National Park’s air quality.
Here we get to take Travel Channel’s Samantha Brown out for a Backpacking 101!
Our very own Vesna Plakanis heads out on a 3 day, 2 night Women in Wilderness backpacking trip.
Learn a little bit about what made Erik and Vesna take the leap and follow their dreams!
The Smokies are the place to be and A Walk in the Woods is the best outfitter to show you around. New York Times Article.
In the below media article about air quality, see our very own Erik Plakanis!
Talk about Archive! Erik and Vesna leave everything they know to start A Walk in the Woods.
Our office manager, Patricia Kersey, was quoted AARP’s Guide to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Our guide, Anna McKinney, recently was quoted in Self Magazine discussing the best approach shoes.
“A Walk in the Woods has some of the most experienced guides in the business, and they’re ready to make your trek into nature an unforgettable experience. Schedule a hike, backpack out to a campsite, or take a van tour. No matter which way you experience the Smokies, you’ll learn more about the flora and fauna of the region and absorb its history in a whole new way. “
A Walk in the Woods – A Great Way to Hike, Backpack, Camp, or Tour the Smokies