Philip Hunt, Author at The Tryon Daily Bulletin - Page 4 of 9

Opinion

Life lessons from a great boss

At sixteen, my parents let me work and live on the Nantahala River five nights a week during the summer. My love of whitewater mixed ... Read more

by Philip Hunt, Tuesday, September 5, 2023 11:18 am

Opinion

The best dates include fishing

Saturday morning started early. At four in the morning, the alarm clock went off and by five my wife and I were on the road. ... Read more

by Philip Hunt, Tuesday, August 15, 2023 12:10 pm

Opinion

Loggerhead turtles survive against all odds

The Carolinas have a diverse array of ancient species that call our area home. From tiny brook trout that have made the mountains home for ... Read more

by Philip Hunt, Tuesday, August 1, 2023 11:48 am

Opinion

Junior’s lesson

It is a common saying among retriever owners that you will only get one really good dog in your lifetime. Others may be a great ... Read more

by Philip Hunt, Tuesday, July 18, 2023 11:24 am

Opinion

Rockhopping on a river hike

Nothing rivals the relaxation of a quiet hike along a mountain stream. The rumbling of the whitewater is soothing and moss-covered boulders are a sight ... Read more

by Philip Hunt, Tuesday, July 4, 2023 5:35 am

Opinion

Worms, crickets and catching the spirit

Bobber fishing in a local pond should be a required summer curriculum for our local children. If you are going to fish with a bobber, ... Read more

by Philip Hunt, Tuesday, June 20, 2023 11:33 am

Opinion

Wading woes and soggy clothes

I always wonder what trait or tendency I’ll pass down unknowingly to my children. I’d like to think they will thank me for their tendency, ... Read more

by Philip Hunt, Tuesday, June 6, 2023 11:24 am

Opinion

Confessions of a bird nerd

Culture tells men that by the time they turn 40, they have two paths they can follow. One is to become an expert in smoking ... Read more

by Philip Hunt, Tuesday, May 16, 2023 11:17 am

Opinion

Whitewater wisdom

If you would have told thirteen-year-old me that I would not whitewater kayak for a span of ten years, I would have called you a ... Read more

by Philip Hunt, Tuesday, May 2, 2023 11:44 am

Opinion

Breaking and ‘Wrentering’

The Monday after Easter started early as usual. The alarm went off at 4:30 a.m., beckoning me to get to the gym to work off ... Read more

by Philip Hunt, Tuesday, April 18, 2023 11:57 am

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