May/June 2013

The Big Catch

Cullowhee reels in the Southeastern Fly Fishing Festival

Saluda

This Polk County town’s image is forever tied to the steep railroad grade that once brought passengers to downtown, but more recently its outdoor persona is on the rise.

Florence Nature Preserve

The Vanishing Point

Harboring troves of curiosities, such as dwarfed turtles and carnivorous plants, bogs are among the most imperiled habitats in the mountains.

Cades Cove

Each year, millions of visitors pass through this scenic valley in Great Smoky Mountains National Park to marvel at the wildlife that roams free.

School of Thought

A new program offers an alternative education for tomorrows innovators

Nature Lover

Artist Jason Lydic brings creatures and plants to life in metal

Rise of the Biker Bars

Two shops meld cycling with beer for a whole new spin on community hubs

Main Street Eats

Weaverville lays out the welcome mat for new restaurants

Summer Splash

Dive into a refreshing Mayfelade to beat the heat

Biscuit Bonanza

A Southern staple gets its due at a Knoxville festival

Grape Escapes

Take a trip around the world in wine varieties

Writer's Retreats

Author F. Scott Fitzgerald's frequent visits to the mountains yielded a turning point amid dark days

Backyard Farmer

Natalie Pollard brings urban homesteading tools and know-how to the masses

Sunny Disposition

Spot the blooms of the Yellow Lady’s Slipper in secluded mountain coves in May and June

Paddling with a Purpose

Save the French Broad Float combines environmental activism and waterborne adventure

Travel Buddies

Three new reads chronicle adventures past and present

Sole Pursuit

Evar Hecht carries on the craft of custom sandals and leatherwork in Asheville

The Latest Thrill RIde

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

Call of the Wild

An outdoor skills program introduces women to fishing, archery, plant identification, and a heightened sense of confidence

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May/June 2013

May/June 2013