On this episode of Appalachian Outdoorosity, Dr. Becki Battista a professor in App State's Department of Public Health and Exercise Science, interviews App State Exercise Science and Chemistry Alumna, Kennedy Williams about her journey toward gaining confidence and finding peace outdoors.
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App State HOPE Lab Resource Pagehttps://hopelab.appstate.edu/resources
App State Student Orientation Undergraduate Leaders (SOUL)https://orientation.appstate.edu/workfororientation/soul
App State Outdoor Programshttps://urec.appstate.edu/outdoor-programs
Campus Nature Rx Networkhttps://www.campusnature.com/home
Hikes mentioned that are located along the Blue Ridge ParkwayLinville Gorge and Fallshttps://www.blueridgeparkway.org/poi/linville-falls/
Rough Ridge Trail on the Blue Ridge Parkway Info - This is an awesome trail to hike!
The Rough Ridge Trail is part of the Tanawa Trail. There is a parking area along the Blue Ridge Parkway called Rough Ridge - around mile post 303. See
While attending school at Appalachian State Lauren Moody found her love for backpacking. On this episode of Appalachian Outdoorosity Lauren shares some of her experiences getting outside and discusses how to make the outdoors a welcoming space for all.
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Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail by Cheryl Strayed
A Walk in the Woods by Bill Bryson
https://outdoorafro.com/
https://latinooutdoors.org/
https://www.rei.com/blog/hike/pattie-gonia-backpacking-queen-releases-her-first-full-length-video
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6KtxNqPCk7FN ggG9EZu8w
https://fatgirlshiking.com/
https://tnstateparks.com/parks/roan-mountain
Contact Information:
laurenlmoody@gmail.com
Instagram handle is @laurenl m
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Becki Battista
Welcome to Appalachian Outdoorosity where we encourage you to get outside and KEEP going outside. Here we will share Appalachian State stories that entertain, inspire, and inform listeners about living an active outdoor lifestyle. Each e
On this episode of Appalachian Outdoorosity, Dr. Becki Battista, a professor in App State's Department of Public Health and Exercise Science, interviews Heidi Campbell of App State's Counseling & Psychological Services Center and Katie Whitley now with Wake Forest University Counseling Center about their experiences and advice on how to gain confidence outdoors.
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Joy James
Welcome to Appalachian Outdoorosity where we encourage you to Get outside and keep going outside. Here we will share Appalachian State stories that entertain, inspire and inform listeners about living an active, outdoor lifestyle. Each episode features a story with the goal to get you outside and keep you going outside to improve your overall wellness.
This podcast is presented by the HOPE lab, where our purpose is to investigate the role of outdoor physical activity, exercise, and play on health, the environment, and human development. The vision of the HOPE lab is to continue d
Joy talks cold weather adventures with two outdoor experts on this Appalachian Outdoorosity. Bob Riddle and Valerie Kankiewicz share their perspectives on the best way to prepare for and thrive in the chilliest of outdoor scenarios. Ice climbing, sweating in the snow, David Hasselhoff and last but certainly not least The Legend of the Traveling Jorts all await you! So, come on in! The water is ice.
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App State University Recreation
How to Dress for Cold Weather, According to Outdoor Adventurers
What should you wear to run in the cold? Build an outfit with this paper doll
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Becki
Welcome to the Appalachian Outdoorosity Podcast, where we encourage you to get outside and keep going outside. Here we will share Appalachian State stories that entertain, inspire and inform listeners about living an active outdoor lifestyle. Each episode features a story with the goal to get you outside and keep you going outside to improve your overall wellness. This
10 tips for staying healthy through winter advice from App State’s student health medical director
The first three recommendations from Appalachian State University’s student health medical director for staying healthy this winter are, pictured from left, washing your hands frequently, wearing a face covering and getting a flu shot. Photos by Marie Freeman
Taylor Rushing, M.D., is the medical director of Appalachian State University’s M.S. Shook Health Service on campus. Photo submitted
Where to get a COVID-19 test
When the university is in session, students can speak with a registered nurse at Student Health Service to determine if a COVID-19 test may be needed. App State offers regular COVID-19 testing for students, faculty and staff. Faculty, staff and students and their family members can be tested by AppHealthCare Monday–Friday. A list of no-cost COVID-19 testing events across North Carolina is published on the NC Department of Health and Human Services’ No-Cost