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Fall 2025
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Rosman's Spy Base
When the National Security Agency set up a mountain espionage station, it was a hard secret to keep
What Lies Beneath
River snorkeling reveals a vibrant underwater ecosystem
Mountains to Sea
Valle Crucis surfboard maker Bill Pressly catches a wave
The Wing-builders
Outrider USA crafts electric adventure vehicles in Fletcher
Love it! - May/June 2018
Last Page - Michael Rutkowsky
“My pots are an expression of my love for the process...”
Dearly Departed
Just in time for Memorial Day, two histories breathe life into WNC’s iconic cemeteries
Flash Dance (Photinus carolinus)
A unique species of firefly graces the mountains
Follow the Light
Burnsville’s Gateway Project illuminates community through public art
Return to Thunder Road
The quintessential mountain moonshine-running movie turns 60
Cherokee
Explore history, modernity, and beauty in this one-of-a-kind town
Ruffing It
Take a hike for a cause with a shelter dog
Reviving History
New owners give Henry River Mill Village a fresh lease on life
Adventure Time
Asheville’s Mountain Sports Festival takes a fresh approach
Trail Guide
Yellow Mountain, Nantahala National Forest
Away We Go
From bison to boats to Winnebagos, WNC offers no shortage of offbeat escapes
Newsflash - May/June 2018
The latest from throughout Western North Carolina
Mountain Herstory
Appalachian women’s legacy finds fitting tribute at a new Dillsboro museum
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Steak au Poivre
Kale Salad with Manchego, Pumpkin Seeds, and Currants
Strawberry-lime Cordial
Fettuccine with Gorgonzola & Lemon Zest
Roasted Butternut Squash Bisque
Stuffed Trout
Smoky Pecan Pralines
Focaccia
Sake Spear with Cucumber Ice
White Chocolate-Cranberry Clusters
Beer & Peanut Braised Collard Greens
Savory Oyster Sorbet
Bhindi Masala
Carrot-apple-fennel Smoothie
Grilled Lobster Mushrooms with Chimichurri
Truffled Aïoli
