Charleston boasts a plethora of ghostly legends and eerie tales year-round, but they especially come alive in October, where various tour guides will take you on immersive Halloween experiences at spine-chilling historic sites — from eerie graveyards, to the dimly lit cells of the Old City Jail, to the shadowy halls of the Exchange building…

Asket clothing is a brand that has made a name for itself by redefining the concept of timeless essentials. With a commitment to quality and sustainability, Asket offers a range of carefully crafted wardrobe staples that are designed to last. From their ethically sourced materials to their attention to every detail, the brand embodies a minimalistic and refined aesthetic.

I have a lot of experience hiking, decades really, from full on backpacking for days on end, to trekking through our local forests.

As one would expect, I’ve gone through a lot of boots over the years. Some new, others hand-me-downs, pairs that lasted a long time, and others which fell apart after only a few wears.

After all this, you can trust me when I say the Danner Mountain 600’s are, by far, the best hiking boots I’ve owned!

One of South Carolina’s hidden gems, we recently spent two nights and three days hiking Lake Jocassee, a 7,500 acre, 300’ deep reservoir about 4.5 hours from our home in Charleston and 1.5 hrs from Greenville. With refreshing mountain rivers, dramatic waterfalls and lush forests with countless hiking trails for the amateur and expert alike, this serene lake is a must-visit summer destination for every outdoor enthusiast.