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Open Channels FM: Beyond Rants, Productive Discussions and the Mystery of Poor Design Choices

CategoriesUncategorizedOctober 2, 2026 by alisa@wildcountrystudios.com

Bob Dunn reflects on online conversation styles and an infamous hardware design blunder, offering unsolicited solutions and food for thought.

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37 miles of the NRWT in SWVa. Offering water & outdoor adventures (fishing, boating, SUP, hiking, & more). Find trip ideas at link! 🏕🏞
A day on the river, whether fishing, paddling, or A day on the river, whether fishing, paddling, or simply being... come and enjoy. This 📸 is the historic train crossing area & Celanese in the background. You can enjoy this view too from the Glen Lyn park & walking trail in @gilescova 🛶 #fishvafirst #vaoutdoors #loveva
2026 World Tour | Paddling Film Festival 🛶 Will we 2026 World Tour | Paddling Film Festival 🛶 Will we see you there? Wednesday, September 23 show time 7pm at The Lyric Theatre, Blacksburg The Paddling Film Festival has been showcasing the world’s best paddling films since 2006. Travel from a river deep in the jungles of Gabon to the monster waves of the Indus in Pakistan; from a scientific exploration by packraft in Patagonia to a 1,000-mile canoe trip spanning the Pacific to the Arctic; and from finding freedom on the water after a tragic accident to the workshop of a legendary canoe builder. Admission is $15 in advance and $20 on the day of. Doors open at 6:30
Reminder | We're a sponsor Brett's Big 'Ol Bass To Reminder | We're a sponsor Brett's Big 'Ol Bass Tournament at Claytor Lake State Park! 🎣 Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 19 & make plans to compete in the WSLC- 94.9 Star Country event! Details & to register 👉 https://949starcountry.com/bretts-big-ol-bass-tournament/ Looking for a practice round? Visit our website to find public access points along the New River!
We're proud to sponsor Brett's Big 'Ol Bass Tourna We're proud to sponsor Brett's Big 'Ol Bass Tournament at Claytor Lake State Park again this year! 🎣 Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 19 & make plans to compete in the WSLC- 94.9 Star Country event! Details & to register 👉 https://949starcountry.com/bretts-big-ol-bass-tournament/ Looking for a practice round? Visit our website to find public access points along the New River!
August 29th | @renewthenewriver welcomes all to o August 29th | @renewthenewriver welcomes all to our volunteer cleanup! The Fall into the New event will kickoff at Eggleston Park before heading out to designated areas. Registration is required and can be done online at the link in our bio Lunch provided- community engaged- great day! #VAOutdoors #LoveVA #GilesCoVA
August 29th | @renewthenewriver welcomes all to ou August 29th | @renewthenewriver welcomes all to our volunteer cleanup! The Fall into the New event will kickoff at Eggleston Park before heading out to designated areas. Registration is required and can be done online, find the link in our bio! Lunch provided- community engaged- great day in Giles!
It's Great Outdoors Month! Cast a line, float on d It's Great Outdoors Month! Cast a line, float on down, or stroll along the riverbanks. Visit https://virginiasmtnplayground.com/10-outdoor-activities-to-experience-giles-county-this-great-outdoors-month/ for more trip inspiration. @orroundtable #GilesCoVA #VisitNRV #LoveVA #VAoutdoors
Launching May 30 follow along with the New River E Launching May 30 follow along with the New River Expedition! Learn more with @newriverconservancy #GilesCoVA #VisitNRV #VAOutdoors #LoveVA #NewRiver
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    • New River Water Trail Map
    • Paddle Maps
    • Day Trips
    • Know Before You Go
    • Water Levels
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