Cold weather has a way of exposing weak links in your gear fast. Feet get cold, friction turns into hotspots, and before long every step is a reminder that something isn’t working. That’s exactly the kind of day I put the Farm to Feet Kodiak Full Cushion EXTENDED CREW socks to the test.
North Carolina sits at a crossroads of weather patterns. When cold air from the north collides with moisture moving in from the Gulf or the Atlantic, winter storms here can escalate quickly. Forecasts suggesting the potential for a major snow event this weekend are not something to brush aside. Even a few inches of snow can disrupt travel, strain power infrastructure, and leave communities isolated for days.
I went on my first tundra swan hunt in eastern North Carolina, just outside Tarboro, and it’s an experience I’ll carry with me for the rest of my life.
A new directive from the Trump administration has initiated a review of federally managed lands that could result in expanded access for hunters, anglers, and other outdoor recreationists. The move signals renewed emphasis on public land access as a cornerstone of wildlife management and conservation funding.
Christmas has a way of quieting the world. The woods feel still, the air feels sharper, and fires burn warmer. Most of all, Christmas calls us to slow down, gather close, and remember what truly matters.
