High Country

High Country
Feb 2018
The latest from throughout Western North Carolina

Feb 2018
Savor the season with a Japanese-inspired dish from Chef Stan Chamberlain of Gaijin Noodle Bar

Dec 2017
The Carolina Climbers Coalition secures a choice bouldering opportunity in Watauga

Dec 2017
North Carolina’s first ski spot, Beech Mountain Resort, celebrates 50 years

Dec 2017
The latest from throughout Western North Carolina

Dec 2017
When wildflowers dot the greening landscape and rushing rivers flow cold from snow melt, take in the beauty of springtime in the mountains with activities for the whole family

Dec 2017
Chill out with outdoor activities as well as indoor fun and games

Oct 2017
Not even Scrooge could resist the mountain area's festive offerings

Jun 2017
Distance: 7.6 miles round-trip; Difficulty: Strenuous

Jun 2017
Tweetsie Railroad celebrates 60 years as a kingpin of mountain family tourism

Jun 2017
A new mobile website maps out farm-to-table adventures

Dec 2016
The latest from throughout Western North Carolina

Dec 2016
25 new, novel, and fun ways to get in shape

Oct 2016
Distance: 2.5 miles round-trip, Difficulty: Easy to moderate

Oct 2016
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.

Aug 2016
The scoop on WNC’s latest dining destinations

Jun 2016
Boone’s Appalachian Theatre is headed for a multipurpose artistic revival

Jun 2016
Catch iconic performers and innovative arts at Appalachian Summer Festival

Apr 2016
After a century of state parks, Western North Carolina’s are more popular than ever

Dec 2015
Sometimes, smaller is better.

Aug 2015
Get to know local history through new exhibits at area heritage museums

Jul 2015
The High Country’s new aerial adventure park offers 50-foot thrills

Feb 2015
Curtis Smalling of the High Country Audubon Society leads area bird conservation efforts

Dec 2014
Make a difference in community health

Dec 2014
Built on 100 years of history and small town charm, West Jefferson celebrates a major milestone

Dec 2014
A reinvigorated search for Southern snow

Oct 2014
The scoop on WNC’s latest dining destinations

Oct 2014
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.

Aug 2014
Author Tom Robbins returns to Blowing Rock

Aug 2014
Difficulty: moderate length: 3.3 miles round-trip

Jun 2014
Florence Young Thomas laid the foundation for visual artists in Ashe County

Jun 2014
An Appalachian Summer Festival celebrates 30 years of showcasing the arts

Apr 2014
Bike, run, and paddle for a good cause

Dec 2013
County: Watauga, Population: 1,425

Oct 2013
Satisfy an appetite for culinary wisdom with two new reads

Jun 2013
Rainbow Falls Trail Difficulty: Moderate Round-Trip: 3 miles

Jun 2013
An ASU alum blends passions for suds and sustainability to launch a Boone brewery

Apr 2013
Newly completed Rocky Knob Park puts Boone on the map for mountain biking enthusiasts