Introducing Our Fall 2025 Issue 𓇢𓆸
A vital wildflower, hunting partners, community giving, and holiday traditions
Fall Issue Preview
Relax into our fall issue, where you’ll discover a wildflower that has regenerative powers, loyal hunting companions, nonprofits doing amazing things, and a journey through southern holiday traditions.
Explorer subscribers, you’ll receive your print copy in later this week. Voyager subscribers, you’ll receive one new article each week throughout the season.
Let’s preview our fall features!
The Wildflower That Could Save the Sea
How a British man’s love of the ocean led to a regenerative fish oil alternative
By Andrew Hebard
Discover how North Carolina became the birth place of the Ahiflower—a plant-based alternative to fish oil that could save the sea.
Hunting Partners
A Horse for All Seasons
By Tom Poland
The steadfast Carolina marsh tacky holds a unique place in our state’s heritage and in the hearts of the riders who value them as the perfect hunting partners.
Also, read our companion piece about the loyal German shorthaired pointer’s hunting skills.
The Heart of Community Giving
Support local nonprofits this holiday season
By Erica de Flamand
Nonprofits play an important role in society. This year, many face significant challenges. In this feature, we cover several that could use your help.
There and Back Again: Dahlonega to Copperhill
Backroads transport us to the places in between ... Our fall issue features a rural backroad journey from Dahlonega, Georgia, to Copperhill, Tennessee, that prioritizes scenic backroads, small towns, and festive holiday experiences with Southern Appalachian charm.
Plus:
Traditional Appalachian broom making, the Cradle of Forestry, fruitcake’s lasting legacy, and the origin of “Jingle Bells.”
Welcome New Subscribers!
Whether you’re a free Wanderer subscriber, or an upgraded Explorer or Voyager subscriber, you’ll receive our weekly post. A portion of each email will be available to all subscribers, but only Explorers and Voyagers will be able to read the entire email.
Explorers receive a printed edition of each magazine plus weekly emails with full access to all digital posts.
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Last Chance to Enter Our Summer Designed for Joy Giveaway
Our Summer 2025 giveaway ends October 1. After that, we’ll kick off our Fall 2025 giveaway. Enter now for a chance to win Designed for Joy’s Abigail Shoulder Handbag in vibrant pink. Valued at $149, the Abigail is crafted from premium leather and finished with refined stitching.
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Backroad Portfolio is a new quarterly magazine for explorers.
Travel down roads marked by endless fields, immaculate vistas, and small, cozy towns. Discover the history behind how these backroads came to be for future generations. Meet people who breathe life into the landscape, sharing stories, traditions, and artisanal endeavors that make each stop along the way unforgettable. Escape from the busyness of life on the main thoroughfares.
Take the long way home.
