Travel the Back Roads of Appalachia on a Trip to North Carolina to Find Some Amazing People & Places

[@theappalachianchannel]

Watch the Highlight clip of the Road Trip at this link kzbin.info/www/bejne/lXnQnod3q9-NbKM

[@roshpina1]

Good morning from L.A. California. We had a personality named Huell Howser, who did shows about the history, culture, and people of CA called California's Gold on PBS. Sadly, he passed 11 years ago. He was actually from Gallatin, Tennessee. Your shows are similar to his. Thank you for giving us viewers a glimpse of the Appalachian culture and the countryside where you reside is absolutely spectacular. Continued success on all your endeavors.

[@lisab.7339]

Loved Huell and his show!

[@charleneheiland8803]

Huell was a golden treasure here in the golden state. Missed sooo much..I am in So Cal🌞

[@debbiemeyer7666]

I’m born and raised in Bakersfield, Ca and remember his shows.

[@DASands1]

John, you're helping all these places stay around longer through your hard work and dedication. It's up to all of us, you get the word out about the places, people will come and visit from around the country and like you say, around the world. The local people have the power to help our towns stay.... our towns. Thank you for what you're doing 🙏🇺🇲❤️

[@theappalachianchannel]

Hello from Tennessee and thanks for watching my friend...

[@Biglug8888]

Hello from San Diego! Looking at retirement in a few years and liking Appalachia's friendly and conservative lifestyle. I'll keep watching.

[@thegoodfight426]

Wish I was there in that beautiful state to have breakfast with you, John! I'm so glad that your channel is continuing to grow! You are very loved by very many! May you increase more and more, you are very appreciated!

[@theappalachianchannel]

Thanks so much

[@martynhall3293]

Over in England. Love watching your channel. And it’s raining as usual

[@theappalachianchannel]

Thanks for watching!

[@annesimpson6988]

Watching from beautiful sunny Perth, Western Australia. Love watching your channel and seeing the beautiful countryside and people you meet throughout your journey.

[@theappalachianchannel]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@charleneheiland8803]

Hello from So Cal with relatives in Cleveland TN.Your property is beautiful. Have traveled in a motor home snd loved it. Looking forward to more adventures. Be safe, healthy and happy.😉🌞

[@theappalachianchannel]

Thanks for visiting with me here on KZbin and watching my video.. John Ward

[@jimmymalone3494]

Thank you John for sharing this with us.God bless.

[@theappalachianchannel]

yes i like it also.. Greetings from Tennessee and thanks for watching!

[@bobjeffers6983]

Love the extended play on the opening music. Love that music.

[@theappalachianchannel]

yes the opening was a little longer this time.yes i like it also.. thanks for watching!

[@Sarahwhitting3]

Wow the book is a great idea, John. A book of old general stores we can actually go and visit! Can’t wait for it now!

[@theappalachianchannel]

Thanks for visiting with me here on KZbin and watching my video.. John Ward

[@davypeugeot]

Looking forward to more videos John,simply love them. Watching as always from south east Ireland

[@theappalachianchannel]

Glad you like them!

[@robertdknight]

Great sit down video. Excited about what you're previewing for us coming up this spring season. Sounds like a wonderful list.

[@john_Caji315_adams]

Use to Live in Elizabethton, TN. for 11 Yrs. now back where I was Born in Wilson, N.C. I'll try & get out and Meet You. Thanks 4 Video...

[@theappalachianchannel]

ok hooe to meet you one day my friend and thanks for watching.

[@cathybehle-ernst5796]

Before I forget, don't ever change your theme song, John! Thank you, sir!!

[@theappalachianchannel]

Thanks for visiting with me here on KZbin and watching my video.. John Ward

[@mm2112]

Oregon......I enjoy your peaceful videos. I'm looking forward to more Rm Brooks videos...🎉

[@theappalachianchannel]

Thanks for visiting with me here on KZbin and watching my video.. John Ward

[@paulyoung5327]

I would love to see and purchase a book that has all those old general stores with photos John. It would be great to visit some of them and perhaps I can but age and health slows me down some these days. Thank you for sharing all your adventures.

[@theappalachianchannel]

i hope to have the book for sale by Fall this year.

[@patwilson707]

Love your channel! The wife and I make it a weekend dinner night to watch episode after another. Originally from CA, had to escape the crazys and moved here to Sims NC. Thes people for the most parts are good. Keep up the great work! we love it.

[@maureenwareham8822]

Love your channel and love the Content that you create and put out for all of us to see. I especially enjoy the history that you remind us of, and also the remaking/remodeling of such historical finds❤ These gems are gorgeous

[@theappalachianchannel]

Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!! John Ward

[@noblelifeamazing7431]

We live part time in WNC, not too far from Saluda; about maybe 20 mins away. We will come downtown, maybe we’ll see ya at Wards or Thompsons grocery….been watching ya since you started…welcome to our area! 🎉 When there we live in a vintage Avion camper, our primary home is in SC but mountain living in NC has our heart. ❤

[@michaelmerck7576]

Here in Colbert Ga its beautiful april day sunny and 63 degrees as i pass some hay fields and some horses and cattle in some of the prettiest acreage in the piedmont area of north Georgia ,i can see the edge of the mountains in the background which is the outline of the smokey mountains.thats why i love your videos so i can get a closer view of those mountains i can only see as a blue haze

[@julielenz1795]

Northern lower Michigan 😊 i really enjoy the historical content and the easy going way you go about it. Thank you , for what you do👍

[@theappalachianchannel]

Glad you like them!

[@DavidTerry-vn1ci]

John thanks so much for what your doing nothing like these Appalachian Mountains heck most people that visit don’t really want to leave of they want to move here great people here hard to find anywhere better

[@theappalachianchannel]

I appreciate that

[@rogertemple7193]

I really enjoy watching your videos about the Appalachian areas I'm watching from Oklahoma down near the Red River and Thanks for your great videos looking at the small stores and cafes in the areas there Thank You.🇺🇲🤠🇺🇲

[@theappalachianchannel]

Glad you like them!

[@cathybehle-ernst5796]

So lookin forward to your adventures! Yahoo!

[@kimberlym.3643]

Love that your publishing a book of all the old stores you have visited.

[@theappalachianchannel]

It will take me a little time but i already have the 25 places picked out that will be in the book.... How are you doing Kimberly?

[@kimberlym.3643]

@@theappalachianchannel That sounds great. I'm doing good. I'm in the process of moving.

[@oldmanvic]

Greetings from southern Ohio. Thank you John for taking all of us , to all those beautiful places,beautiful people .

[@theappalachianchannel]

Greetings from Tennessee and thanks for watching!

[@johniesparks6633]

John I love your videos. Ty for all. Been following you for a CPL yrs. I consider you my friend ,when I tell people about you. Have a safe trip and cya soon

[@theappalachianchannel]

I appreciate that

[@tombecky3544]

Thanks John love the old storys things was ni ce back then just a nice time

[@theappalachianchannel]

Thanks for visiting with me here on KZbin and watching my video.. John Ward

[@TheresaDavenport-i5d]

Love your show! I am originally from Pike County, Kentucky but I have lived for 49 years in Washington State. Yes, I miss Kentucky and all parts south of the Mason Dixon Line.

[@theappalachianchannel]

Thanks for visiting with me here on KZbin and watching my video.. John Ward

[@davypeugeot]

Looking forward to more videos John. Simply love them all, great work and so very interesting...showing some wonderful places and people ,so miluch as you know that we will tracel from here in south east Ireland to see a couple of places you have filmed at. Thank you John,keep up the great work and looking forwrd to the book whenever it comes out. Safe travels on the road trip.

[@theappalachianchannel]

Glad you like them!

[@Gam1928]

Thank you. Lived in the Smokey’s near Maggie Valley…love traveling back with you. In Texas now.

[@theappalachianchannel]

Thanks for visiting with me here on KZbin and watching my video.. John Ward

[@michaelwebb57]

Awesome! We'll be watching. Safe travels! 😊

[@theappalachianchannel]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@MaryFoster-m5i]

After watching your videos I made a bucket list. In April, my daughter-in-law and I drove from Pennsylvania to visit RM Brooks store, Muddy Pond Variety Store and Muddy Pond General Store. We ended up in Gatlinburg and Dollywood in Pigeon Forge. It was a great trip!

[@theappalachianchannel]

Sounds great!

[@debbieperkins2201]

I’m from Southern California and I grew up in small town America. I would most definitely want ur box so please keep us updated on this. I think doing one on the small time diners would also be interesting. Keep up the great work u do.

[@theappalachianchannel]

Thanks for visiting with me here on KZbin and watching my video.. John Ward

[@CocoFirenze]

John I'm way up here in Mystic CT and I can't tell you how much I enjoy your channel. Thank you for all the hard work. Its so wonderful to see this part of the country. I have a Google Doc filled with places you've visited. All I need is a little time and to plan the route. I've had enough of hurricanes & Noreasters the past few years up here in New England. They can have it! I do believe I could move to TN and not look back! Your barn is gorgeous! Thanks again, John. I'll be right here watching. And I'll close by saying this, your music is THE BEST on KZbin. The only other that even comes close is Peter Santanello's channel. ps: beautiful drone shots!

[@chrisbrand5728]

Watching from the great mountains of Burnsville, NC. A little laid back town.

[@kevinaltizer]

Thanks John for all the content buddy. I enjoy watching the folks you highlight on your channel. Be safe on your upcoming trip my friend!

[@trademarc66]

Indiana, it's been hot, it's been cold, it's been rainy and then sunny. Now a chance of frost. So a usual Spring

[@lauraherreguin2988]

Watching from Union Point Ga!!!!!I love your videos keep them comming God Bless!!!!I love places u traveling tell wife I said hello too!!!!!

[@theappalachianchannel]

Thanks for visiting with me here on KZbin and watching my video.. John Ward

[@amosyoder8573]

Good morning I am watching from Sarasota Florida which is about 60 miles south of Tampa. The weather is nice and sunny here. 😊❤

[@watchinglclowns9890]

Yes, I know And Your Sarasota Fla, Siesta Key in Particular is Beautiful!! Visit Every Year....

[@theappalachianchannel]

Good morning and Greetings from Tennessee and thanks for watching!

[@HeatherLedford-s3p]

Good morning 🌞🌄 to you John. I really appreciate everything you do on your channel. It's so amazing to be able to see old general stores because they bring back so much wonderful memories. I pray that God will always bless you and keep you safe and healthy where ever you go. Please send my love and kisses 💋 to Angel 😇

[@theappalachianchannel]

Thanks for visiting with me here on KZbin and watching my video.. John Ward

[@SteveEbner]

I'm in Maryland--raining now but beautiful later today. Love your videos and the green barn--first class! Can't wait for the book.

[@theappalachianchannel]

Sounds great! i hope to have the book done by end of the summer.

[@jessiebaillargeon4191]

I am watching from the Adirondacks. It looks like the barn minium is coming along very nicely

[@theappalachianchannel]

Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!! John Ward

[@jessiebaillargeon4191]

@@theappalachianchannel Just keep doing what you're doing. We're learning a lot. We're learning how to save money. I definitely want to try some of the Gunther family items. Just keep doing it and I love the dog

[@maureenwareham8822]

I also belong to our WHHISTORICAL SOCIETY here in town. We have a lot of great history. Pictures of our first railroad pictures of our area that was all farmland and that was developed over the last 250 years to where it is now.

[@theappalachianchannel]

Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!! John Ward

[@margaretg.1740]

I love love love your channel so much. What a beautiful area you live in. You are a blessed man. Thanks so much for all your wonderful videos they are so interesting and relaxing to watch. I am in Wisconsin and we were blessed with 60s and 70s the past few days. But so looking forward to visiting TN and NC end of May and seeing those Smokey Mountains. Be safe and thanks again!

[@theappalachianchannel]

Thanks so much and you always leave the best comments my friend! Greetings from Tennessee and thanks for watching!

[@margaretg.1740]

@@theappalachianchannel You are so welcome. You always brighten my days with your videos. 🙂

[@tombecky3544]

Thanks John very nice info love your videos Brings back memories Tom

[@theappalachianchannel]

Thanks for visiting with me here on KZbin and watching my video.. John Ward

[@MarcCoulombe-tg5bi]

Hey John, thank you for you're great content. Has anyone mentioned to you a map connecting some or all the places that can be driven. All for one and one for all.

[@kerimathews6578]

I really enjoy your videos John! My husband and I stopped last yr in April to RMBrooks on our way to FL to visit son and grandkids. It was a beautiful back roads off of 75 there! Keep up the fantastic job you're doing breathing fresh air in these family owned gems!

[@theappalachianchannel]

That is awesome!

[@ruthluna9668]

Hi just wanted to thank you 🙏 for your beautiful videos I was born in Tijuana Mexico but raised in California all my life. And I really like brooks General store.❤❤❤

[@theappalachianchannel]

Thanks for visiting with me here on KZbin and watching my video.. John Ward

[@RobertPirtle-q9g]

The ending made me smile

[@theappalachianchannel]

yes that was my buddy Ralph

[@ianplatt1375]

Looking forwards to your trip thanks for sharing 👍 from the 🇬🇧 I'm looking forwards to visit may cousin's in tennisee I haven't been to us in 20years

[@theappalachianchannel]

Thanks for visiting with me here on KZbin and watching my video.. John Ward

[@oldguyBMX]

Hello John I'm back in Indiana now. I was in Pineville Kentucky and Jelico Tennessee a couple weeks ago. I went to the pizza spot to eat lunch. I lost a Aunt and a Uncle 4 days apart do I was there for the funerals. But I will be back for my vacation in June. Much love and respect 🙏 I love your channel ❤️

[@theappalachianchannel]

you were down in my area.. so about your loses there of family. Thanks for watching my videos..... John Ward

[@davemadeja8466]

From SW Pennsylvania, near Pittsburgh. Beautiful 70s here today.

[@theappalachianchannel]

Sounds great!

[@MzJaDa31]

Hello!! From Headland ,AL The weather here is as of right now at 5:28 pm it’s 83 degrees .. I couldn’t wait to get off work so me and my hubby could Tune in to your video today !! Much love and safe travels 🙏🏽😊♥️📺 from your Headland , AL Fans

[@theappalachianchannel]

Sounds great!

[@kimberlylyerly2207]

Hello John! I'm in Pickens, South Carolina. We've got 80 degree days, breezy, and our nights are in the 50's, right now. Course, we all know how the weather people are around here. LOL Safe travels, my friend 🙏

[@theappalachianchannel]

yes i like it also.. Greetings from Tennessee and thanks for watching!

[@debramcdowell8083]

Hello from North MS! Love your videos. Looking forward to the road trip!

[@theappalachianchannel]

Thanks for visiting with me here on KZbin and watching my video.. John Ward

[@ericcloyd3429]

Viewer from Springfield Missouri. Southern Missouri. We have alot of cool things up this way several old stores still in operation. Civil War caves regular ol caves ride and walk through. Come on and film up this way. Love your channel been a viewer since the first brooks store vid.

[@sandradummer4726]

I’m coming at you from Colorado, watching all your videos, it’s trying to get warm here in our mountains of Colorado, so..hopefully warm weather soon.

[@theappalachianchannel]

Sounds great!

[@ronangevine4778]

We are here in Sandpoint Idaho weather is starting to get nice 😊. We enjoy your show. 😎

[@theappalachianchannel]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@donaldfryer2158]

hey john, always good video as usual, a little late watching this from middletown,ohio, today is april 28,2024, todays high is about 84 dergees here!

[@johnsemler5314]

Watching from Pennsylvania enjoy everything you do

[@theappalachianchannel]

Thanks for visiting with me here on KZbin and watching my video.. John Ward

[@davidbryett9320]

I love watching your channel, Iam from Ontario Canada keep up the great videos and stories.

[@theappalachianchannel]

Glad you like them!

[@aqter7911]

Beautiful area your in. Appreciate so much your Channel. Like the Barndomium. From Ashland City, TN

[@theappalachianchannel]

thanks for watching!

[@edwardsimpson1583]

Texas here, enjoy your channel, many thanks.

[@theappalachianchannel]

Greetings from Tennessee and thanks for watching!

[@dphillips8199]

New Jersey here. We love your channel. Thank you for content.

[@theappalachianchannel]

Thanks for watching!

[@TimTroyer-j7h]

Another great video John. Great job.

[@theappalachianchannel]

Thanks for watching

[@debbiemeyer7666]

Good morning from Bakersfield, CA. I don’t sleep well and have been up all night and just came across your channel. I just watched the Yoder country store video and really enjoyed it! You have a new subscriber. Have a fun trip to NC and a safe trip.

[@theappalachianchannel]

Good morning!

[@erwindrenth7091]

Greetings from the Netherlands! The North-east part, Groningen. It's a bit of forgotten part of the Netherlands, but like it here! Love your channel

[@theappalachianchannel]

Hello there!

[@stephanieg3325]

Hi John! I am watching from Maryland but wish I was there in NC!! I love your channel and love watching where you go and what adventures you’ll get into!

[@theappalachianchannel]

Thanks for watching!

[@peggymiller8684]

Looking forward to your trip.

[@theappalachianchannel]

Can't wait!

[@cheapcargarage]

John I’m from NC and love the same things that you do. I wanted to let you know that when you’re in Madison, NC you need to go check out the town of Eden, NC. It’s about 13 miles NE of Madison,NC. Go see the Eden Drive in theater and eat at Dick’s Drive in in Eden. It’s been there since 1963

[@theappalachianchannel]

i will not have time this trip but i will make it there one day

[@JaSidaK]

Hi from New Zealand. love watching your videos.

[@theappalachianchannel]

hello there in New Zealand ...Thanks for visiting with me here on KZbin and watching my video.. John Ward

[@valeriebass701]

So enjoy your channel. I lice in Virginia. My bucket list gets longer and longer.

[@theappalachianchannel]

Greetings from Tennessee and thanks for watching!

[@PastorDanWhite]

Checkout the Dillard House on the North Carolina, Georgia border.

[@theappalachianchannel]

Greetings from Tennessee and thanks for watching!

[@Marcella-v2l]

I live in niceville Florida in northwest Florida panhandle.the weather is nice today. Enjoy your videos.

[@theappalachianchannel]

Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!! John Ward

[@watchinglclowns9890]

Beautiful Place John Ward....

[@theappalachianchannel]

thank you i like it here..

[@bluegrassers]

John I mentioned the Floyd Country Store to you last year, they have old time and bluegrass music on weekends that the subs might enjoy. Rt. 8 Floyd Va.

[@theappalachianchannel]

yes i have had a lot of people talk about it. I cant really film music and play it on KZbin because of the copyright on the songs. I have already gotten in trouble a few times over music so i will not be filming any more or i could lose the channel. I will make it to the store one day..

[@maureenwareham8822]

I know your channel represents the back roads of Appalachia. Hi Bob Meyer I do think that if you did come up to Long Island New York, you would be pleasantly surprised.

[@theappalachianchannel]

it will take me a few years but i will be there one day..

[@hensleyshobbies-doug7761]

Sounds like a mighty good time buddy! Awesome! Nice barn too, purty! I think I said before but my first marriage I got married in La Follette Tn. man that’s been ages ago seems like, well 1981. Anywho, I’ll be watching for your upcoming trip, always enjoy those, I miss the hills, Appalachia side of Ky, ain’t been up there in a long long time. But y’all have a good one and stay safe out there! 🤘🤙🏻✌🏻

[@theappalachianchannel]

Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!! John Ward

[@watchinglclowns9890]

Yes, The Appalachian Side of Kentucky I'm in them Hills Still Beautiful But The Government Has Forgotten Us Unfortunately....

[@hensleyshobbies-doug7761]

@@theappalachianchannel - no problem John, you’re welcome buddy!

[@frankmarullo228]

Good video John ! You have a beautiful place my friend . I read all the places you are going to ,,,, no where near billings Montana ? THANK YOU FRANK FROM MONTANA.....

[@theappalachianchannel]

Thanks for the comment Frank !! i think you have watched all my videos and made a comment on each one..... no not coming to Montana but you are invited to Tennessee anytime.

[@RobertPirtle-q9g]

Good morning. In from the Cincinnati area. I really like you inside of the building. Looks great

[@theappalachianchannel]

Thanks so much

[@snubby44special]

Its funny u ask abiut the weather in my country today... im from the philippines and its the hottest month now.. 31 deg celcius inside our house and its just 6:30 in the morning... nice vid ! Enjoy watching apalachian areas...

[@theappalachianchannel]

Greetings from Tennessee and thanks for watching!

[@choppybennett137]

Watching from Sparta NC like watching your channel

[@heisenberg8346]

Im in NC.ABOUT 20 minutes from jane Priddys store in Danbury and about 25 minutes from the Milk Bar in walnut cove 😅

[@dpmart3275]

Jon looking forward to seeing what you do next with your content

[@theappalachianchannel]

Hello from LaFollette, Tennessee... Thanks for watching

[@fonzarelli1962]

Good evening John, My wife and I enjoy your channel. Watching from York SC

[@theappalachianchannel]

Greetings from Tennessee and thanks for watching!

[@chrstdvd]

Another good one, John.

[@theappalachianchannel]

Hello from LaFollette, Tennessee... Thanks for watching

[@dipstick5869]

Good Morning from Liberty, Ms. Partly cloudy and 60°.

[@theappalachianchannel]

Hello from Tennessee and thanks for watching my friend...

[@LynyrdSkynyrdFan]

I'm in Thomasville. I hate I missed you in walnut cove. 🙁 Love your content. It keeps me going. ❤

[@theappalachianchannel]

I might be coming back to that area in July. Just keep a lookout for my update videos on Facebook if you have Facebook.

[@AngelaGroover-wi7lp]

Love your videos n I'm from Lillington NC n thank you for sharing ❤

[@theappalachianchannel]

Hello from LaFollette, Tennessee... Thanks for watching

[@AngelaGroover-wi7lp]

@@theappalachianchannel you're soooo welcome

[@4375dv]

watching from irvington alabama love your channel

[@robertbrezinski7205]

Hello John from Wisconsin! We love your channel. God Bless and safe travels.

[@theappalachianchannel]

God Bless you also my friend... John ward

[@jamessimmons7113]

Rockford general store is a good place to go. It’s located a short distance from MtAiry North Carolina. Good bologna and cheese sandwiches. Check it out.

[@theappalachianchannel]

I have had a few people tell me about that store ..

[@lisab.7339]

Wyoming here. Love, love this channel!

[@theappalachianchannel]

Hello from Tennessee and thanks for watching my friend...

[@grindernorcal4373]

I'm in Georgia sir. Safe travels bud

[@theappalachianchannel]

Greetings from Tennessee and thanks for watching!

[@AndersonMedia]

Greetings from shiloh, pa. Hope you get a chance to come back to pa soon. Love to meet up with ya. Youd love the gettysburg battlefield very beautiful place

[@lisab.7339]

Thanks for the video and giving us heads up John.

[@theappalachianchannel]

Greetings from Tennessee and thanks for watching!

[@eileenspamer]

bravo watching from uk

[@jackiewilson2917]

Hello from southeast KY! We are about an hour north of Rugby and have a little gem of a restaurant here in McCreary County called Dairy Bar that has been open since the 50’s and recently changed ownership. We’d love to see you!

[@theappalachianchannel]

what town is that in? do you know the owner?

[@jackiewilson2917]

@@theappalachianchannel it’s located on main street Whitley City and the new owner is Stacey Bryant. She’s worked there since high school, over 30 years ☺️