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I said I consider them mountains, which means they look like mountains to me. Why don't you make up your mind? Are they hills or mountains to you? Mountains that look like hills isn't a real acceptable answer. It doesn't make too much sense. It's either a mountain or a hill. If they're hills to you, fess up and say it and stop beating around the bush.
I said I consider them mountains, which means they look like mountains to me. Why don't you make up your mind? Are they hills or mountains to you? Mountains that look like hills isn't a real acceptable answer. It doesn't make too much sense. It's either a mountain or a hill. If they're hills to you, fess up and say it and stop beating around the bush.
Make up my mind? What is there to make up? I never denied the Apps were mountains. I said they look like hills. Why is that so hard for you to understand? I also never expressed confusion as to whether I believed they were mountains or hills. I NEVER SAID THE APPS WEREN'T MOUNTAINS. There's nothing to make up.
Would you feel better if I said some parts of the Apps look like hills? Is that easier for you to understand?
I have been to both, and there is no comparison. The Appalachians are beautiful and everything, but they just aren't mountains anymore. Perhaps a million years ago, but not anymore.
I'll take the Rockies over the Appalachians. I prefer the rugged look the Rockies and actually prefer the hiking as well as the occasional winter sport to take part in when I'm up to it. I also like the towns and atmosphere in the Rockies as opposed to the towns/areas in the Appalachians, just my opinion. By the way, the Canadian Rockies are amazing and if some of the Appalachian folks went there they might be swayed, just my opinion once again. I also wouldn't call the Rockies "stark", that's being a bit unfair because it's a completely different climate zone and so on...
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I'll take the Rockies over the Appalachians. I prefer the rugged look the Rockies and actually prefer the hiking as well as the occasional winter sport to take part in when I'm up to it. I also like the towns and atmosphere in the Rockies as opposed to the towns/areas in the Appalachians, just my opinion. By the way, the Canadian Rockies are amazing and if some of the Appalachian folks went there they might be swayed, just my opinion once again. I also wouldn't call the Rockies "stark", that's being a bit unfair because it's a completely different climate zone and so on...
I've seen the Rockies of Canada! Well, in photos and via a friend's live video on skype at least. In my opinion they utterly destroy the US stretch in terms of God-struck beauty.
I would love to see them in person.
The Canadian Appalachians are not so bad either; the valleys of the Gaspe' peninsula and northern New Brunswick are gorgeous.
For me though, the Appalachians, particularly the central range, will always be home. You just can't beat home.
Make up my mind? What is there to make up? I never denied the Apps were mountains. I said they look like hills. Why is that so hard for you to understand? I also never expressed confusion as to whether I believed they were mountains or hills. I NEVER SAID THE APPS WEREN'T MOUNTAINS. There's nothing to make up.
I've always considered something either a mountain or a hill, not both.
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Would you feel better if I said some parts of the Apps look like hills? Is that easier for you to understand?
Yes, it would. By saying the Apps look like hills, you imply that there are no mountains in the Apps. The majority of the Apps are hills. The ranges make up a fraction of it.
I have lived in both regions. I grew up in the "foothills" of the Appalachians (as folks in my region refer to the hills, although I'm not sure "foothills" is really the proper term) in Upstate NY and worked summers in the Blue Ridge mountains of NC. I now live in Denver, CO.
I love both mountain ranges, and both offer a unique feel. For raw beauty and majesty, I hand it to the Rockies. I love the high snow capped peaks, varied ecology and wildlife. I am a bit confused by folks who claim the Rockies are lifeless or bleak. What I love about them is that in one view you have a clear, rocky slope coupled by a densely forested alpine view. The tree lines here can be stunning. You can find many lush areas in the subalpine zone of the Rockies. When you are lucky enough to find wildlife here, it is such a unique opportunity (I have a real soft spot for bighorn sheep). The Rockies are amazing year round, with wonderfully grueling hikes in the warmer months, and priceless skiing conditions in the cold months. The front range has a surprisingly nice climate (I like the semi-arid, sunny weather that still exhibits seasons). I think living near the Rockies is wonderful for those who love the outdoors.
It is true that the Appalachians are greener and overall more densely forested. I do miss that feeling, and miss the fall colors. What I miss more is the history of the people in the Appalachians. I miss the bluegrass music, moonshine and those a bit over-the-top hippie mountain towns like Asheville. The history is rich and unique.
Ah, this post makes me remember why I love the mountains!
Just to clarify I called the Rockies stark, not lifeless or bleak. To me they are stiff and severe, different climate not withstanding. Traveling through them by car was not an experience I found enjoyable. While there were areas that were quite beautiful, on the whole they just aren't that appealing to me. I simply prefer the softer, greener aspect of the Appalachians.
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