"10-mile trail run with a long climb up Brushy Mountain via Lakeside, Hemlock. Brushy fire road and then off trail to the peak. Beautiful early wildflowers out along the lake. " — runshigleyrun • Mar 31, 2024

"My first-time up McAfee with snow. The temps were in the low 20's with wind chills of below zero at the top, but the run up was sunny, no breeze, and over-dressed hot. Had great company with the Hollins U soccer coach and it went fast. Views were spectacular as usual, but with an extra highlight of snow. The way down was fun, and I ran over to the top of Sawtooth Ridge. May have strained my left calf, but worth it. " — runshigleyrun • Jan 20, 2024

"Immensely enjoyed a snow day with Jake. A slow, but adventurous hike to the views and the peak. Only fell once considering Jake had the zoomies most of the day from uncontained excitement. " — runshigleyrun • Jan 16, 2024

"Ran up (slowly) Star Trail with views of Roanoke Mountain through the trees. The clouds added much texture to photos from the Star overlooking the valley and distant (but not too distant) Appalachians. Took Ridgeline Trail down the mountain and connected with Wood Thrush back to my car. This was my favorite section of the day as it feels remote and vast. " — runshigleyrun • Nov 22, 2023

"My 10th trip up McAfee and it was a good one. Peak color and brilliant views of the sunrise and mountains of orange, yellow, and red. Amazing day other than an injury sustained from a rock slamming into my foot on the way up. " — runshigleyrun • Oct 28, 2023