Only three months remain until I run from Travelers Rest to Main Street during the Mountains to Main Street Half Marathon on May 18th. Running is a passion of mine, and I'm journaling about my journey through training on greenville360.com! My weekly training plan consists of three runs, three cross training days, & one rest day. My first run of the week is an easy run, … [Read more...] about RUNNING WITH KENTWOOL: A HALF MARATHON JOURNAL #2
Outdoors
FARM VISITS: HAPPY COW CREAMERY
Have you heard of Happy Cow Creamery? They hold a special place in our hearts here in Greenville. This popular farm draws a constant stream of visitors all year round, and it’s the farm we’re visiting today. With delicious ice cream, a great picnic pavilion, a store stocked full of natural foods, cows to see, and cute outdoor seating in front of the shop, everyone … [Read more...] about FARM VISITS: HAPPY COW CREAMERY
WALKING IN A WINTER WONDERLAND AT PARIS MOUNTAIN
Paris Mountain State Park is located only 5 miles north of the city of Greenville and it provides the community with over 1,500 acres of park space to enjoy! If you are a local to the Greenville area you probably already know the awesomeness this park has to share right in your backyard. But experiencing it at a unique time after a snowfall hits is a different story. It gives … [Read more...] about WALKING IN A WINTER WONDERLAND AT PARIS MOUNTAIN
UPSTATE ADVENTURES: SC STATE PARKS NEAR YOU
Being a native Greenvillian, I've only lived in four houses in my thirty (give or take ten) years of life. One might assume there would be few area places of interest that would be a surprise to me. The quest to visit all forty-seven state parks has introduced my family to several hidden treasure spots right in our own backyard. We all know and love Paris Mountain, Jones Gap … [Read more...] about UPSTATE ADVENTURES: SC STATE PARKS NEAR YOU
SWAMP RABBIT TRAIL ADVENTURE #3: TRAVERSING THE SOUTH
The often forgotten part of the Swamp Rabbit Trail that runs through Mauldin and Conestee is absolutely outstanding! Lake Conestee Nature Park and Conestee Park are true gems in the city’s surrounding area. Conestee Park provides plenty of family entertainment with trails, open fields, a playground and even a dog park! The nature park is 400-acres of natural … [Read more...] about SWAMP RABBIT TRAIL ADVENTURE #3: TRAVERSING THE SOUTH
THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND: JULY 13TH EDITION
Things to Do This Weekend in Greenville: July 13th-15th Weather Forecast Friday: Potential storms, high of 86 & low of 72 Saturday: Potential storms, high of 87 & low of 71 Sunday: Partly cloudy, high of 91 & low of 72 Friday: Culinary Arts Open House at Greenville Technical College 9:30-11am Experience all their college has to offer for future culinary … [Read more...] about THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND: JULY 13TH EDITION
EXPLORING JONES GAP STATE PARK
Here is a perfect place for the experienced hiker and day-trippers in flip flops alike. Jones Gap is made up of miles of trails, including the Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area that connects this State Park to nearby Caesars Head. A portion of another trail even connects to the popular Foothills Trail. The Middle Saluda River runs through Jones Gap, creating waterfalls at every … [Read more...] about EXPLORING JONES GAP STATE PARK
THINGS TO DO THIS WEEK: JULY 4TH EDITION
Things to Do this Week in Greenville: July 4th Edition Weather Forecast Monday: Cloudy, high of 91 & low of 75 Tuesday: Partly sunny, high of 94 & low of 75 July 4th: Potential storms, high of 90 & low of 72 Thursday: More storms, high of 88 & low of 72 Monday-Thursday: Yee-Haw Brewing Co. now open! It's time to officially welcome the newest brewery and … [Read more...] about THINGS TO DO THIS WEEK: JULY 4TH EDITION
THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND: JUNE 29TH EDITION
Things to Do this Weekend in Greenville: June 29th Edition Weather Forecast Friday: Mostly sunny, high of 93 & low of 74 Saturday: More sun, high of 92 & low of 74 Sunday: Potential storms, high of 90 & low of 73 Friday-Sunday: Grand Opening Weekend at Fireforge Crafted Beer 5-9pm Check Downtown Greenville's newest craft beer experience. We're let their brews do … [Read more...] about THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND: JUNE 29TH EDITION
JOIN THE CLUB: GVL FC
Greenville's newest professional sports team is bringing high-level soccer to the Upstate. Greenville Football Club is part of the National Premiere Soccer League, the 4th Tier in the US Soccer Pyramid. The GVL FC now adds to Greenville's already existing sports scene with the Greenville Drive and Swamp Rabbits in providing affordable entertainment for the entire family! Photo … [Read more...] about JOIN THE CLUB: GVL FC