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A mountain man who led the way to our outdoor life
... Smiths’ example helped set the scene for today’s outdoor lifestyle, and even our tradition of volunteer service to trails. ... the awesome summit spine of crags. Morley had hired some local guides to thin the vegetation as they took a hike she called “a ...
Scene Setter: Television scriptwriter Karen Hall came to Boone for a lifestyle change, but Los Angeles can’t seem to do without her
... Television scriptwriter Karen Hall came to Boone for a lifestyle change, but Los Angeles can’t seem to do without her ... roles, and plans to use the store as a place to encourage local writers and teach the craft. “I love good writing and get excited when ...
A family-owned Madison County dairy bridges the gap between farm and table
... Roberta Ferguson, create a litany of cheeses to be sold at local groceries and used in dishes served at restaurants across Western North ... a farm. Their days now are a far cry from their former urban lifestyle in Chicago, where Sacha managed a gallery and martini bar and her ...
TRACK Trails leads kids down a path of outdoor discovery
... cultivate a love for nature and an active, healthy lifestyle for your youngster. That’s the idea behind Kids in Parks’ ... in North Carolina, Virginia, and South Dakota, and several local disc golf courses, have been designated TRACK Trails, and there are plans ...
When you need a healthy meal on the go, these 10 eateries satisfy
... being green, but it often goes hand in hand with a healthy lifestyle. Asheville’s Elements serves fresh-pressed organic juices in ... of iodine and B12. A refreshed line of juices was curated by local physician Angela Hind, so “superfood” isn’t just a buzzword here. 5 ...
In an effort to make a large swath of Western North Carolina more accessible by road, Madison, Yancey, and Mitchell counties must deal with growth and consequences
... are concerned about possible impacts on the area’s rural lifestyle and scenic splendor. The main expectation for many residents, ... aim seems to be to build a road that will ease traffic for local commuters and allow tourists quick access to the ski resorts. Less ...
Boone artist Ryan Kirby talks living in the High Country, his success as a painter, and his love of family and the outdoors
... of Western North Carolina, but equally as enticing is the lifestyle of small-town living. “I really enjoy the people up here,” Kirby ... Eastern Wild Turkeys.  Kirby observes local wildlife in action. His attention to detail is evident in his work. ...
A father-daughter team in Ashe County stretches maple syrup making to its southernmost limits
... grown up near Charlotte, he found himself craving the rugged lifestyle of the mountains. After moving to the Boone area for construction ... with views all the way to Tennessee and Virginia. A local friend who was originally from Vermont introduced Doug to the idea of ...
Don’t miss these three television programs that feature WNC people and places
... —is taking his message about cooking with local and seasonal ingredients to a broader audience. His book, The Harvest ... that positive environmental change and an affordable green lifestyle aren’t out of reach. The program is geared toward illustrating that ...
With 50 breweries counting, Western North Carolina's reputation as a craft beer mecca continues to grow, but for how long? Experts and brewers weigh in on the industry's future.
... a therapist. If you’re astounded by developments in your local brewing industry, you call Bart Watson, economist for the Brewers ... we wanted to offer something that was similar to the lifestyle and the culture people had gotten used to in Chico” (the California ...
Learn your way around the kitchen
... you to your community,” she says. “I see this as a lifestyle people are embracing for the long haul.” Classes Aunt ... with spices and herbs, and strategies for shopping at local farmers markets and grocery stores. You’ll need to bring a recipe ...
The Tryon International Equestrian Center isn’t just horsing around
... Bellissimo. “There’s broad interest in experiencing the lifestyle, but it just hasn’t been accessible.” So whether it’s enjoying ... Park Horse Show in New York City. Building on a Local Legacy From an equestrian point of view, and as a former rider, ...
An outdoors hub in Transylvania County picks up the pace
... Forest is reinventing itself as the beating heart of the local bike and beer scene. Among numerous developments taking place this ... an après-style hangout, where outdoors aficionados sip local brews and trade stories. The retail operation is really secondary, says ... a playground. People want to come here and live the Pisgah lifestyle.” ...
Warren Wilson College in Swannanoa is cultivating the next generation of farmers.
... the college, welcomes this trend. “The new interest in local food has helped make farming an honorable occupation for the first time ... production techniques. Accustomed to an urban lifestyle growing up in Louisville, Kentucky, Meredith admits that changing her ...
An alliance of outdoor product manufacturers takes root in WNC
... outdoor goods that are increasingly identified with the lifestyle of Western North Carolina.                    Buy Local Outdoor Gear Fest May 3, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Prestige Adventure Center ...
For generations, wildcrafters have relied on the healing properties of our region’s diverse plant life. Today, Bent Creek Institute is using the tools of biotechnology to prove the value of these folk remedies and create a local hub for a new medicinal products industry.
... to prove the value of these folk remedies and create a local hub for a new medicinal products industry. Long before ... For WNC, an area already known for embracing a holistic lifestyle, this natural form of biotechnology seemed to be the right fit. Thus, ...
... home they could lock and leave. They knew streamlining their lifestyle, also meant paring down possessions. Lyall, who operates ... room table was purchased from Johnston Casuals Furniture, a local manufacturer that also made the occasional tables and kitchen barstools. ...
Tryon chef Keith Snow takes his message about cooking with local and seasonal foods from the Internet to PBS
... Tryon chef Keith Snow takes his message about cooking with local and seasonal foods from the Internet to PBS Just a few ... in the Rockies and thought about a more traditional country lifestyle after the birth of their first child, Olivia. “We were living ...
Three local households live large in fewer square feet
... TAX:  March 2009 Three local households live large in fewer square feet Living with a ... in so many ways—their belongings, surroundings, and lifestyle. And so, from 500 miles away in Canton, Ohio, in their approximately ...
Leah Wong Ashburn shepherds Asheville’s craft beer pioneer into a new era
... Night Flight Race, held each summer, raises funds for local greenway efforts. Ashburn, who enjoys an active lifestyle, plans to expand such offerings in the future, and she has the ...
A young couple’s adventure in Costa Rica leads to meaningful pairings of Family, friends, cacao, and chili peppers
... incarnations. In the café, the couple experimented using local ingredients and spices. “Our inspirations are from world cuisine, and ... two years, they decided they’d had enough of the beach lifestyle—and they found out Jael was expecting again. But it was also clear ...
A local writer ruminates on her affection for the region
... January/February 2019 A local writer ruminates on her affection for the region My husband ... a big city, and nowhere but Asheville would do. The walking lifestyle, the scenery, the “What’s next?” attitude, and the continued ...
Designer Talli Roberts uncovers the hidden potential in a dream home in Asheville’s Ramble community
... go a long way toward achieving that, so the family called on local experts, including Talli Roberts of Allard + Roberts Interior Design, to ... of a home. It’s the perfect mix of finishes for the WNC lifestyle.” All that potential was present in the home, just waiting to be ...
25 new, novel, and fun ways to get in shape
... a cool fall day, and outdoor courts are widely available at local parks and resort communities. The best strategy for winter play is to ... of Primal MMA in Hickory, is that martial arts “is a lifestyle: You’re conscious about what you eat in the morning and your ...
After so many months of cancelled and postponed events, the urge to get together and celebrate is palpable. Here to satisfy is a season of great gatherings bursting with local culture: From woolly worms, elk, and Bigfoot to mountain arts, food, music, and more, these festivals truly have something for everyone.
... to satisfy is a season of great gatherings bursting with local culture: From woolly worms, elk, and Bigfoot to mountain arts, food, ... about local companies and products, and invest in a healthy lifestyle. ashevilleveganfest.com Apple Butter Festival October 9 - ...
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
... the version seen in postcards and brochures (and in regional lifestyle magazines, to boot). “It’s easy to turn a blind eye to the ugly, ... a time of upheaval and untold tragedy,” testifies fellow local author Tommy Hays. “ And the Crows Took Their Eyes accomplishes what ...
Ride the waves with WNC’s leading female kayakers
... on her experiences, Levesque developed Girls at Play, a local company dedicated to increasing the number of females in kayaking by ... from student to teacher. After witnessing a more relaxed lifestyle during a trip to the Nantahala Outdoors Center, “I realized pretty ...
If you’re feeling left behind in fitness-forward WNC. Don’t. It’s not about who wins the race or who’s the most flexible yogi. Exercise is about finding an activity that moves your body and spirit. Check out this beginners' guide to get you hooked on cycling, running, or yoga, complete with inspiration from three folks who’ve already found what they love to do.
... Channel is using the Chi Walk-Run teachings as part of a lifestyle makeover for four women whose stories will air on The Balancing Act ... for families to become members, which includes discounts at local running shops. www.meetup.com/FourSeasonsRunningClub ...
From tobacco to wine, North Carolina’s Yadkin Valley has turned over a new leaf
... known as an appellation—that covers 1.4 million acres. Local wineries range from big names like Shelton Vineyards (30,000 cases per ... think it’s romantic,” Greene says. “It’s more of a lifestyle than a job.” Greene’s winemaking is a family legacy. His ...
Learn what drives 4 ultra-runners to go the distance
... Emory in Atlanta, but the congested roads steered him onto local trails and into the emerging competitive trail-running scene of the ... to aid the Tarahumara’s endangered way of life. The lifestyle change also transformed his motive to lace up. “I wanted to make ...
WNC’s boomtown has mighty good neighbors—meet 10 nearby communities prized for their own style of livability
... fans of upmarket hearty fare. Round Earth Roasters, a local coffee shop, provides drive-thru handcrafted drinks and freshly baked ... and their goods.  Time outdoors is part of the Marshall lifestyle. The Appalachian Trail runs through Madison County, and there are a ...
Autumn is upon us, and you can park yourself in the backyard and watch the leaves put on a show.
... Nantahala National Forest. Along the way, you can check out local art, stellar views, challenging biking trails, and cast a line at Lake ... sunset-silhouetted Grandfather Mountain in the west. The lifestyle of wellness and exercise resonates at the resort. A guide can lead ...
A visionary effort to create a statewide trail has been 40 years in the making. With the path now finished in Western North Carolina and a groundswell of support rising in the East, the completion of North Carolina’s most monumental natural treasure is on the horizon.
... milestone, marked during a dedication ceremony that gathered local, state, and federal officials in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, is ... farm structures that paint a vivid picture of the lifestyle of later settlers. Start in Cherokee to avoid parking at the busy ...
... with kids, foodies, and guests looking for a laid-back local experience. In-laws and Parents When the folks come to ... Wannabe Locals For friends who envy the quirky/hip/zen lifestyle our mountain berg is exalted for, give them a taste of the local ...
25 restaurants to satisfy your diverse food cravings
... laid-back global food adventures will find them at hidden local gems serving everything from Vietnamese pho to Hawaiian musubi to ... wine region, shares the French comfort food and pastoral lifestyle of his childhood at RendezVous. Housed in an old church in the quiet ...