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In this continuing series on the best walks to take in North Carolina, Setzer describes Greensboro's Lake Brandt Greenway, which runs between Guilford Courthouse National Military Park and Strawberry Road.
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In this continuing series on the best walks to take in North Carolina, Setzer describes a walk on Densons Creek Trail. The 2.3-mile trail, which is located in the Uwharrie National Forest, was built in 1974 by the Youth Conservation Corps.
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In this continuing series on the best walks to take in North Carolina, Setzer describes a walk along the shoreline of Price Lake. The 2.3-mile trail is located on the Blue Ridge Parkway, at milepost 296.5, near Blowing Rock. The trail's grade is nearly level--a rarity for a mountain trail.
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In this continuing series on the best walks to take in North Carolina, Setzer describes a walk on Asheville's Urban Trail. The 1.7-mile loop in downtown Asheville gives the walker an opportunity to discover the beauty and history of this mountain metropolis by tracing a unique series of markers.
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In this continuing series on the best walks to take in North Carolina, Setzer describes a 2.7-mile loop around downtown New Bern. North Carolina's second oldest town provides trail walkers 150 historic landmarks, enough for several walks.
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Western North Carolina has a number of spectacular waterfalls. Setzer profiles five of them: Crabtree Falls (Yancey County); Hooker Falls and Courthouse Falls (Transylvania County); Middle Falls (Graham County); and Tom's Creek Falls (McDowell County).
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A diverse array of wildflowers blooms in North Carolina's mountains from March through September. Setzer recounts her spring experiences trekking in the mountains, looking for wildflowers. The author includes a bloom chart categorizing wildflowers by month bloomed, color of blossom, and leaves.
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Mountain biking has grown considerably since the 1970s. Bikers are attracted to the challenge of a steep slope, negotiating tree roots and rocks on the trails, freedom from cars and dogs, and outstanding summit views. South Mountain State Park, Tsali National Recreation Area, and Pisgah National Forest are some of the favored areas of mountain bikers.
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U.S. Highway 64, which stretches 613.69 miles across North Carolina from Manteo to Murphy, didn't exist until 1932. It begins at Whalebone on the Outer Banks (elevation: 9 feet) and reaches its highest level at Highlands (elevation: 4,118 feet). In between these points travelers find the essence of the state -- its history, crafts, food, scenery, and people.
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William Linville and a son, who were murdered in 1776 while exploring an area in Western Carolina the Cherokees called the \"River of Cliffs,\" have left their name on several scenic areas - Linville Falls, Linville Gorge, Linville River, and Linville Caverns. Every years thousands of tourists visit and enjoy these wildly beautiful areas.
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Collene Karcher practices a dying art - stone carving. Initially, she wanted to be a painter but decided to work in stone. She was 23 before she found a master stone carver and apprenticed under him. She has been carving for the past 17 years; her studio is near Sylva. She has exhibited in galleries in Charlotte, Raleigh, and Asheville, and has assisted with the restoration of the Texas, Ohio, and Michigan state capitol buildings.
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Krispy Kreme Doughnuts originated in Paducah, Kentucky in 1933 and later moved to Winston-Salem in 1937. Their popular doughnuts were once the state's best kept secret. In 1966, the company began expanding out of the Southeast and now delights doughnut lovers nationwide. Krispy Kreme boxes even appear in movies and on popular television shows, like NYPD Blue and ER.
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North Carolina has ten national wildlife refuges that offer a haven for wildlife such as red wolves, migratory birds and waterfowl. The refuges were established primarily for wildlife protection and conservation, but they also provide opportunities for low-impact recreation and nature observation.
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From June 26 to July 4, 1999, the Research Triangle Metropolitan Area will host the 1999 Special Olympics World Summer Games. Seven thousand athletes 150 countries will compete in nineteen sports. North Carolina has the largest delegation, with 112 competitors.
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Eighteen of the state's most creative and innovative museums, including the Appalachian Cultural Museum (Boone), Museum of the Alphabet (Waxhaw), Weatherspoon Art Gallery (Greensboro), and Exploris (Raleigh), are profiled.
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