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The Toe River Studio Tour has become a tradition to kick off my summer season in the mountains. The twice-a-year event (first weekend in June & December), features the work of artists and craftspeople in what is thought to be the longest running studio tour in the country. The tour traverses Mitchell and Yancey Counties in Western NC, and with more than 90 featured artists and galleries, offering something for every taste… Read More
Actually, every day during the summer along the Blue Ridge Parkway is apple-time. At mile 328.2 you will find the historic Orchard at Altapass. Pay attention to the mile markers, because the road appears quickly (Orchard Rd., of course) and you won’t have any advance warning. Open from early May until late October, the 280 spread features a working orchard, growing 15 types of wonderful apples. In case apples aren’t your thing,… Read More
The Blue Ridge Parkway is a hikers paradise. With more than 70 trails along the North Carolina portion of the Parkway, you can find something for every level and interest, from easy to strenuous. Close to Blowing Rock, near Parkway Craft Center at Moses Cone Manor is the Julian Price Memorial Park featuring a beautiful lake and lovely picnic grounds. BTW, you can rent canoes and row boats by the hour at… Read More
