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44867
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The landmark Noquisiyi Mound a sacred area that once supported and ancient Cherokee council hall was returned by the town of Franklin. This is perhaps the first time a town has repatriated a Native American site.
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44499
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"Western North Carolina's many hiking trails and campsites offer a serene respite from urban life. But for a more daring adventure along the trails less traveled, consider staking out in our wild frontier." One of the earliest persons associated with Backcountry camping in western N.C. was Horace Kephart (1862-1931).
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In the past two centuries, Grandfather Mountain has acquired an impressive list of hikers to its summit, beginning in 1794 with Andre Michaux. Other noted are Elisha Mitchell, American botanist Asa Gray, Arnold Guyot and John Mair, father of America's National Parks.
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44049
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Randy Johnson describes the history, wonders and adventures of the national parks of Western North Carolina.
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43731
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Western North Carolina is a wonder for fellow travelers. With diverse attractions "from Native American Landmarks to rarefield ecological experiences", visitors and locals are able to have a wonderful time during all four seasons.
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"Pets are family. And in WNC, a region renowned for its hospitality, the same warm welcome extends to our four-legged friends. This guide highlights some of the best offerings for fur babies and the humans who love them, from off-leash parks and trails to dining, drinking, and events As summer arrives and locals come out to play, hit up these pet-friendly hangouts and activities for you and your best friend to enjoy--together." Discussed are trails, parks restaurants, hotels and recreational accommodations.
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"The life and legacy of celebrated bluegrass musician Earl Scruggs gets a standing ovation in his native Shelby." Scruggs is best remembered along with Lester Flatt for their performance of the "Ballad of Jed Clampett" associated with the 1960s television comedy "The Beverly Hillbillies". The Earl Scruggs Center in Shelby is located in Shelby's 1907 Courthouse.
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Clyde F. Smith and his wife Hilda were among the first recreational explorers in the Southern Appalachians. They blazed a series of scenic trails through Western North Carolina and New England. Clyde's specialty in making artful signage openned the first paths for recreational hikers on Roan Mountain, Grandfather Mountin and up and down the Appalachian Trail The couple's work paved the way for today's outdoor lifestyle and volunteer service.
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Holloway Meadow Loop is one of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail’s few loop hikes. This loop trail is located near Blowing Rock, North Carolina and is a little over two miles long. Along the trail, there are rhododendrons, white pines, grassy meadows, and two bridges.
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Roan Mountain attracted visitors and naturalists during the summer months due to the cool mountain climate. In 1877, John Thomas Wilder opened the Cloudland Hotel. During its short existence, the hotel established an interesting history.
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Western North Carolina has been a destination for summer travelers for over one hundred years. This article includes a detailed list of twenty-four great adventures in the region, including hiking, watersports, mountain biking, culture, food, breweries, and more.
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WNC Magazine
(NoCar F261 .W64), Vol. 9 Issue 3, May-June 2015,
p56-69, il, por, map
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23623
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North Carolina's highest peaks receive vast amounts of snow as early as October and as late as April. Cross-country skiers, snowboarders, and hikers flock to sites like Roan Mountain to experience southern snow and partake in winter sports.
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At NC peaks such as Roan Mountain, cross country skiing made a comeback. Roan, also famous for its rhododendron blooms, experiences enough snow for it to be a natural site for the resurgence of interest in this sport, one not seen since the 1970s.
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Wildlife in North Carolina
(NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 79 Issue 1, January/February 2015,
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23861
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In the mid-1960s, a man named Julian Morton created a mountain resort that looked like something straight out of Scotland. Originally named Invershiel but now called Tynecastle, the resort now hosts tourists passing through Linville.
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Rocky Knob Park was recently completed and is the perfect place in Boone for mountain biking enthusiasts. The trail in the park has varying levels of difficulty and pushes the limits of a sustainable trail in a natural landscape.
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