USA v Belgium in World Cup of Beer. @MPRnews #americanbeer #belgiumbeer
Ok, so we lost 2-1 today in the World Cup, but at least it was in extra time. My question to you is what if the World Cup was played in beer?
"The Americans have the spunk, the vigor and a willingness to try anything. The Belgians have the art, the creativity and the tradition of world-class success. We're not just talking about their looming World Cup matchup here. We're also talking about beer."
"Belgium's Prime Minister Elio Di Rupo has offered President Obama, a noted beer fan, a "beer bet" over the match, tweeting, "Hey @BarackObama, I am betting some great Belgian beers that our @BelRedDevils will make it to the quarter final!" Ok, we'll take that beer bet!
"U.S. brewers are famous for their India Pale Ale, a style defined by hoppiness. We'll resist the urge to compare that quality to a corner kick. Instead, let's call it a general rambunctiousness — particularly along the defensive line. This is a beer with backbone and power, not afraid of its own pungency."
"For the Belgians, the discussion has to start with the Trappists. After all, the monks were crafty before craft beer was crafty. And unlike an IPA that might dither around on the field of play, these are beers that know how to finish. they're legendary: The Westvleteren 12, one of the highest-rated beers in the world, caused a sensation when it was briefly imported to the U.S. in 2012."
"The U.S. side has another secret weapon: beating the Belgians at their own game. Consider that American brewers such as California's The Bruery, Wisconsin's New Glarus and New York's Ommegang have excelled at making saisons, sour beers and Belgian-style ales." Ok, so by my count it is 2-1 USA in the Beer Cup. Oh and lets not forget, Happy Fourth of July everybody! See you next beer Tuesday.
Referenced from MPR News.
weekly video IX - live true. @yosemitenps #climbing
weekly video ix - "live true." - a Mireia Pujol film.
American rock climber, Alex Honnold, is best known for his free solo ascents of big walls. Shot in Yosemite, this short clip is a his continued pursuit of passion and dedication to free climbing.
wv heritage and culture. @USATODAY #mountains #naturalresources #bluegrassmusic #finecrafts
To really appreciate where you live sometimes you have to step back and look at it from a different perspective. History, railroads, music, arts and crafts, and natural resources are just a few of the things that make West Virginia what it is today.
I am sure that you have probably heard of the Hatfield's and McCoy's, they are but one of the interesting parts of our state's history.
Take a trip back in time on the Cass Scenic Railroad, located in Pocahontas Co. WV.
"Much of West Virginia's history has been shaped by rail transport. Key routes were used to ferry oil, gas, timber, and the state's most abundant resource, coal."
Robert C. Byrd playing the fiddle in 1976, US Senator from WV.
"West Virginia is synonymous with Appalachian music, and most cities offer ample opportunities to watch live fiddlers and mandolin players at bluegrass festivals."
Arts and Crafts found in the Tamarack, a showcase of local talent located near Beckley WV.
"Many of the state's artisans are known throughout the country, upholding local traditions in the fields of pottery, custom woodwork, hand-blown glass, and jewelry."
Civil War Reenactment.
"As the only state that was created directly from the Civil War, many visitors learn about West Virginia's past through visiting Civil War sites and witnessing vivid reenactments."
"West Virginia's abundant natural resources directly contributed to the construction of much of the U.S. as we know it today." Hope that this has inspired learn more about where you live and maybe to come and explore some of the great things that West Virginia and the rest of Appalachia have to offer as well.
Referenced from USA Today.
i now pronounce you beer and gear! @outsidemagazine #craftbeer #sweetgear
"American Craft Beer Week ended last month, but the relationship between the outdoor industry and craft breweries is just getting started. In May, for example, Anchor Brewing Company announced that some of the proceeds from its California Lager will go to the National Parks Conservation Association and the California State Parks Foundation, expanding packaging to cans for greater outdoor versatility."
"But it’s the following four gear brands that have taken the beer-gear marriage to another level."
Last November, clothing company Patagonia recruited New Belgium Brewing to make an organic lager, and named it after a route climbed by Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard in 1968.
Teaming with KEEN Footwear, Widmer Brothers came up with the Full Fender Brown Ale, a light, malty English brown.
Carhartt, whose line of workwear is know for its durability and craftsmanship, called in its fellow Michiganders at New Holland Brewing Company to conceptualize and produce a beer from Michigan-made ingredients.
Woolrich, Inc., a company that’s been producing outdoor apparel since 1830, they partnered with Dogfish Head Craft Brewery in June to produce a limited batch of custom beer and then matched it with a clothing collection.
What a great idea, the marriage of good beer and great gear is long overdue. What better way to celebrate in the back country than cracking open a brew with your favorite gear companies logo all over it. Anybody that knows me, I mean really knows me, will attest to what I am about to say. If there are 2 things in this world that I like it is GEAR and BEER! Ask Jeremy or Jason of Mountain State Overland if you don't believe me. The only problem that I have with this marriage is that I can get the gear, but not the beer. Can anyone help a guy out?
Referenced from Outside Magazine.
roanoke outside. @roanoke_outside @roanoke_region #appalachia #outdoor #town
The Roanoke Regional Partnership initially created Roanoke Outside (RO) to showcase why the region that surrounds Roanoke Valley is one of the best outdoor destinations east of the Mississippi. RO's mission is to make outdoor activity and environmental stewardship a core component of our community's lifestyle by promoting "conservation through recreation."
Mountain biking and kayaking at Carvin's Cove.
RO's website is a great resource for anything outdoors and outlines the vast opportunities within the region. From wineries to whitewater, breweries to biking and zip lines to zoos, there's something for just about every level of outdoor adventure buried in the RO website.
What I particularly appreciate is RO Director Pete Eshelman's weekly Get Outside newsletter. Sent via email, Pete's newsletter is a regular update on events, outdoor festivals, trails and current outdoor news.
RO Director Pete Eshelman and his pup Cinder.
To subscribe to the weekly newsletter, visit Get Outside and share your email with RO in exchange for some exiting tips on adventuring in the Roanoke Valley.