Travel and Outdoors

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Travel and Outdoors
Be a force of nature on Earth Day in Asheville
Join the cleanups, crafting, parties, and promotions happening in honor of the world around us.
April 15, 2024 02:46 PM
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Molly Wilson
A crowd of ice skaters at an outdoor rink in Greenville, SC.
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City
Buncombe County Commissioners approve funding for outdoor recreation in Woodfin
Funding was allocated for a greenway, two parks, and a Whitewater Wave.
October 19, 2023
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Grace Powers
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Weather
The first snowfall of the season arrives in high-elevation areas of the Blue Ridge Parkway
Flakes fell upon the autumn leaves north of Asheville on Monday morning.
October 17, 2023
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Grace Powers
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Travel and Outdoors
Eyes up for a partial annular solar eclipse
Learn what you need + where to view it in Asheville.
October 9, 2023
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Grace Powers
View of the Blue Ridge Mountains from the summit of Deaverview Mountain.
Travel and Outdoors
$4.37 million awarded for Deaverview Mountain conservation efforts
The land trust got a major boost for its efforts to conserve the 343-acre mountaintop tract and explore the potential of turning the land into a public park.
October 9, 2023
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Grace Powers
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Travel and Outdoors
Great Escapes: Our guide to Marfa, TX
Planning a getaway? Head to Marfa, a tiny, one-of-a-kind desert town steeped in art and rich cultural history.
October 5, 2023
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Stephanie Rogers
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Play
19 places to hike in the Asheville area
These trails are catered to all skill levels and drive times.
October 4, 2023
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Laura Hackett
A group of bikers gathered on a trail.
Travel and Outdoors
More trails coming to Old Fort with the help of state funding
25-30 miles of trails will be added to the Pisgah National Forest with a $2.5 million allocation in the NC state budget.
October 3, 2023
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Grace Powers
Monarch butterfly sitting on orange fall leaves.
Travel and Outdoors
Monarch butterflies are migrating through Asheville
Find out where to spot them + what you can do to keep them protected and flying high.
October 3, 2023
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Grace Powers
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Travel and Outdoors
Put down roots with Asheville GreenWorks’ tree adoption
Your own back yard can contribute to the restoration of Buncombe County’s urban canopy.
September 28, 2023
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Molly Wilson
Wood thrush
Travel and Outdoors
How to help local birds during fall migration
By turning off non-essential lights from midnight to 6 a.m. you can help local birds travel safely.
September 27, 2023
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Grace Powers
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Arts
“The River Runs On” is now available for streaming
Settle in for a documentary following the plight of conservationists as they work to manage the Pisgah and Nantahala National Forests.
September 27, 2023
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Grace Powers
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City
Making a plan for Asheville parks
The City of Asheville Parks and Recreation Department is beginning to build its Recreate Asheville plan for the local green spaces.
September 26, 2023
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Molly Wilson
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Live
Feeling toasty with our fall 2023 weather forecast for Asheville
Prepare for slightly warmer weather but still plenty of autumn hues with these seasonal temperature and precipitation outlooks.
September 22, 2023
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Molly Wilson
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Travel and Outdoors
Best practices for interacting with nature in Asheville
Help keep the local landscape beautiful with these pro tips.
September 20, 2023
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Molly Wilson
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Events
Explore the roots of local food at ASAP’s Farm Tour
All are welcome to join the fun at the farms.
September 19, 2023
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Grace Powers
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Enjoy all things Appalachian at John C. Campbell Folk School’s 47th annual Fall Festival
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Check out Mountain Heritage Day’s jam-packed day of Appalachian activities
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Travel and Outdoors
Cozy up for a cause at Pigs and a Blanket
Just don’t hog all the covers at this camp out.
September 11, 2023
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Grace Powers
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Travel and Outdoors
‘Tis the apple-picking season in Asheville
Whether you love them sliced or only baked in a pie, local apples taste better when they’re picked fresh.
September 8, 2023
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Molly Wilson
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Live
23 interesting facts about Asheville
How well do you know Asheville? We’re bringing you some fun facts about the city and its history. If you’re a trivia master (or local enthusiast), give this a try.
September 1, 2023
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Laura Hackett
Pecan tree in Magnolia Park
Travel and Outdoors
Dig into the revamped Asheville Edibles Map
Scour the city for fresh berries, nuts, veggies, and more with the help of this community-sourced map.
August 30, 2023
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Grace Powers
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Step back in time at The Omni Grove Park Inn’s Gatsby-era bash
Celebrate the famed author’s birthday at The Omni Grove Park Inn’s 1920s-themed weekend of events.
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Road trip idea: Columbia, SC for the new retiree
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painted bolete mushrooms on a foraging tour in Asheville
Travel and Outdoors
Putting foraged food on the table
With the help of some local experts, there’s a culinary world waiting just outside your door.
August 23, 2023
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Molly Wilson
Skaters moving down the Wilma Dykeman Greenway
Travel and Outdoors
Learn about local greenway projects at the Hellbender Regional Greenway Forum
Put your passion for preserving greenways into action at this educational forum.
August 21, 2023
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Grace Powers
The RiverLink team at the groundbreaking of phase one of Karen Cragnolin Park.
Travel and Outdoors
Phase one of Karen Cragnolin Park is set to debut
At long last, the chain link fence will come down to unveil the greenway in phase one of Karen Cragnolin Park’s creation.
August 18, 2023
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Grace Powers
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Food
Breaking new ground with the Utopian Seed Project
The nonprofit is digging deep to support regional agrobiodiversity and crop resilience.
August 11, 2023
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Molly Wilson
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Culture
The buzz about beekeeping
Explore your apiary interests with the help of a few local bee experts.
August 7, 2023
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Molly Wilson
Artist Derek Hennigar puts clamps on a wooden installation at Southern Highland Craft Guild Wood Day 2022
Culture
Celebrate the carving craft at Wood Day
The Southern Highland Craft Guild will host demonstrations + competitions in the art of woodworking.
August 7, 2023
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Molly Wilson
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