In the spirit of a clear mountain morning, transparency is the bedrock of everything we do here. Whether we’re talking about the best gear for a high-country hike or the perfect roast for a morning on the deck, we believe you deserve to know how this digital homestead is managed.
This Influencer Disclosure Policy is valid as of February 12, 2026, and covers the social channels and websites operated under the Mountain Dreams Press umbrella.
Our Digital Trails
This policy applies to the following social media handles and websites:
Social Channels:
- Instagram:
@coffeemuses,@appalachianmountaindreams - X (formerly Twitter):
@GaryWayneBoyd
Digital Homesteads:
- AppalachianMountainDreams.com
- CoffeeMuses.com
- GaryWayneBoyd.com
- MountainDreamsPress.com
- BlueRidgeDreamer.com
The Code of the Road: FTC Compliance
We strive to abide by the FTC Guidelines for online influencers because we believe in honesty of relationship, opinion, and identity. Here is how we handle the “business” side of the dream:
- Influence & Compensation: To keep the dream moving forward, we may receive compensation from marketers. This can influence the content, topics, or posts we create.
- Clear Markings: Any content, advertising space, or post that is paid or sponsored will be clearly identified. We don’t believe in hiding the trail markers; you’ll know when a post is supported by a partner.
- Honest Opinions: Even though we may be compensated for posts or advertisements, our findings, beliefs, and experiences are our own. We give our honest opinions every time. If a product doesn’t cut it on the trail, we’ll tell you—regardless of who sent it.
- Verification: Any product claim, statistic, or quote should be verified with the manufacturer or provider. We share our experience; they provide the specs.
Existing Relationships & Disclosures
To keep everything as open as a valley view, here are our current professional ties:
| Category | Disclosure |
| Employment/Consulting | We work only for ourselves (Mountain Dreams Press). |
| Board Memberships | None (Corporate or Non-Profit). |
| Financial Interests | Our primary financial interest is our retirement—the ultimate mountain dream. |
We appreciate you walking this path with us. By supporting the partners who support this site, you’re helping us clear the way toward that permanent view of the Blue Ridge.
The Dream Continues…
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