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Ride the waves with WNC’s leading female kayakers
... in your backyard.” What’s your favorite river & why? › I was just in Tibet. We paddled several different stretches of the ... ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB ...
Locals, especially, can confirm Western North Carolina holds a wealth of riches. From natural wonders and cultural treasures to splurge-worthy experiences, the indulgences afforded in our mountains are, in many ways, priceless.
... a backdrop of passing clouds.” —Kent Priestley, from “Why We Love Western North Carolina,” WNC magazine, July 2012   ... into relatively little packages. Visit wncmagazine.com/feature/13_best_small_towns_western_north_carolina to learn all about the ...
Uncover treasures, raise your auction paddle, and find home design inspiration with our guide to an eclectic collection of antiques purveyors
... www.brunkauctions.com Brunk Auctions catalogs feature page after glossy page of items ranging from cultural treasures to ... wife Jeannette, and their sons, Charlie and Christian. Why it’s collectible: Considered “art pottery” these handmade pieces ...
Sometimes, smaller is better.
... serves as a popular refueling station. That’s one reason why places like the Lazy Hiker Brewing Company and Outdoor 76 gear shop have ... Staff ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  PEOPLE & PLACES FEATURE SUB ...
For all of its storm and stress, 2020 proved to be a watershed for WNC authors, with a wave of them publishing particularly notable titles
... in a place like Western North Carolina. I saw no reason why I should put off that luxury.” In a coveted starred review, ... Appalachian State University & Mallory Cash Photo FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  ARTS & EVENTS KEYWORD TAGS:  ...
Embark on a tour of six distinct wine-producing regions in WNC, and find out why each of our vineyards and wineries can boast of unique and notable fruits of the vine.
... of six distinct wine-producing regions in WNC, and find out why each of our vineyards and wineries can boast of unique and notable fruits ... (3, raffaldini) by monty & brenda combs FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  EAT & DRINK FEATURE SUB CATEGORY:  ...
Mamie Thompson Gumbs shines a light on the black experience at her Forest City museum
... Arts Museum and Historical Society. “Everybody asked ‘Why did you keep all this stuff?’” she chuckles. “But I had an idea in my ... Rose ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  PEOPLE & PLACES FEATURE SUB ...
You can never foresee how the life you choose—or the one that chooses you—can ultimately impact someone in extraordinary ways. Meet seven inspirational locals whose personal journeys are making a big difference in the lives of others.
... “I said to Susie, ‘This is what we should be doing. Why not build a camp in the Blue Ridge Mountains?’” The van der Vorsts ... Rian PHOTOGRAPHER:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  PEOPLE & PLACES FEATURE SUB ...
True. We're biased. But we can't imagine a better place than the mountains to meet your local farmer, become a food entrepreneur, nosh on artisan eats, and savor a pint (or three).
... of vegetables also grows nutrient-rich grass, which is why the pasture-fed, antibiotic-free beef and bison raised here taste so fresh. ... Autry; Courtesy of Sierra Nevada & New Belgium. FEATURE SUB CATEGORY:  Eat & Drink KEYWORD TAGS:  ...
We asked chefs to spill the beans on their favorite local restaurants, bars, and purveyors, and the results offer a delicious insider’s guide to Asheville’s best eats and drinks
... corn tortillas and all the fixins’,” make it easy to see why many chefs and in-the-know locals head here when they want generous ... Lane Photography; Photographs (5) by Reese Moore FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  EAT & DRINK FEATURE SUB CATEGORY:  ...
Celebrate our anniversary with top 10 lists of local albums, books, fishing spots, movies, restaurants, and more
... County claiming the largest number of growers. Which is why Hendersonville’s annual apple festival—a real hometown affair held on ... courtesy of Old Edward's Inn; courtesy of Cúrate FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  PEOPLE & PLACES KEYWORD TAGS:  ...
You are now leaving WNC. Don’t call us traitors for straying from our beloved natural wonderland. Sometimes you just have to play outside the lines. After all, much of what we love here—lofty peaks, wild rivers, picturesque lakes, and awe-inspiring trails—spills over into Georgia, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. Summer is the season to grab your gear, whether it be a life jacket, fishing rod, hiking boots, or mountain bike, and head for great escapes just across the border.
... you’re pedaling in a low gear, you might get a feel for why the slow-chugging trains got the “creeper” nickname—independent of ... Staff ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB ...
... Dive into Downtown You can explain why Asheville is called the “Paris of the South” over lunch at Crêperie ... Staff ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB ...
After decades of neglect, WNC’s most iconic river flows toward a promising future
... recent one, and the public’s past ambivalence may explain why there are just four public access points along a six-mile stretch of river ... & White image) courtesy of the Library of Congress FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  PEOPLE & PLACES KEYWORD TAGS:  ...
38 local artists you need to hear this summer.
... and high energy instrumentals live, you’ll understand why this ensemble’s fan base is growing. Online: ... by Gary Reckard; U.S. Christmas by Arnaud Boley FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  ARTS & EVENTS FEATURE SUB CATEGORY:  ...
Western North Carolina’s worlds of wonder
... and fall merriment in the mountains of North Carolina—why not? That’s been the sentiment behind Santa’s Land Fun Park and ... George; image (brochure) courtesy of Tim Hollis FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  PEOPLE & PLACES KEYWORD TAGS:  ...