The SouthPark Loop with Founder Drew Thrasher

About this episode

Drew Thrasher discusses the historical significance and features of the SouthPark Loop trail in Charlotte.

Beyond the business, shopping, and entertainment of Charlotte’s SouthPark neighborhood, there is a rich history that can be explored along the Loop trail. The SouthPark Loop makes a path past the former site of Billy Graham and Charles Kuralt’s school, a preserved African-American cemetery, and the former headquarters of Eastern Airlines. Hike guide and founder Drew Thrasher joins the Carolina Outdoors to share more about the Loop and the intersection of past, present, and future. Join us for an urban hike led by Drew Thrasher on Saturday, May 2nd along the Loop trail! More Liner Notes and information are available online at Jesse Brown’s

People in this episode

Host: Jesse Brown

Guest: Drew Thrasher

Topics covered

• urban hiking
• Charlotte history
• SouthPark Loop
• local landmarks
• community exploration

Keywords

• SouthPark Loop
• urban hike
• Charlotte
• Drew Thrasher
• Billy Graham
• Charles Kuralt
• African-American cemetery
• Eastern Airlines

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Jesse Brown's

Places: Charlotte, SouthPark

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