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'Tis the Season!

 

Foscoe Rentals, along with Big Ridge Tree Farms would like to offer you a Christmas tree voucher along with your stay here at Foscoe! Reserve now between December 1 and December 21, for a 3 night stay, and receive a voucher for a free tree at a local choose and cut farm. Offer is only valid on new reservations at regular rates.

 

 

http://www.bigridgetreefarm.com/

Beary Scary Halloween at Grandfather Mountain

Saturday, October 25, 2014

 

Bring your spooks and goblins to celebrate Halloween with Grandfather Mountain this Saturday. Enjoy a day of learning about creepy, crawly critters, arts and crafts and trick or treating, all included with park admission. Children in costumes will be admitted at half price normal admission.

This special event begins at 10:30am and concludes by 3pm. For more information visit http://www.grandfather.com/beary-scary-halloween-set-for-oct-25/

 

 

What did the Woolly Worm Predict for our High Country Weather?

 

Kwazimodo the woolly worm captured first place in Saturday's races at the 37th Annual Woolly Worm Festival in Banner Elk, NC, and was examined by festival experts to determine an official forecast for the coming winter in the North Carolina... mountains. Based on Kwazimodo's fuzzy black and brown bands, this winter's prediction is as follows:
Weeks 1-4 (December 21-January 17) - Snowy with below normal temperatures
Week 5 (January 18-24) - Light snow with below normal temperatures
Weeks 6-10 (January 25-February 28) - Below average temperatures with little or no snow
Week 11 (March 1-7) - Moderate snow and below normal temperatures
Weeks 12-13 (March 8-21) - Snowy with below normal temperatures

 

The Tweetsie Railroad Ghost Train is in full swing Friday and Saturday evenings through October! Take a stroll through the Freaky Forest, ride the Ghost Train through the Blue Ridge, and enjoy the rides at the Creepy Carnival! This fun-filled event offers enjoyment for all ages!

October Happenings

 

 

The Ghost Train at Tweetsie Railroad  Weekends throughout October

http://tweetsie.com/special-events/ghost-train/

 

Lees McRae College Homecoming October 3-4

http://www.lmc.edu/

 

Autumn at Oz October 3-4

http://www.autumnatoz.com/

 

Appalachian State University Homecoming October 10-11

http://alumni.appstate.edu/events/homecoming-parade-2014-0

 

Oktoberfest at Sugar Mountain October 11

http://oktoberfest.skisugar.com/

 

Woolly Worm Festival October 18-19

http://www.woollyworm.com/

High Country Hiking

(Left to Right) Daniel Boone Scout Trail, Beacon Heights, Linville Falls,
Price Lake, Cascade Trail, Crabtree Falls.


The Blue Ridge Mountains offer spectacular views, along with some of the best hiking experiences in Western North Carolina. Waterfalls, gorges, wildlife and breathtaking scenery are among the perks of spending the day outdoors and away from the everyday hustle and bustle. Whether looking for an afternoon stroll, or an adventurous day trip, the High Country offers something for you!

Cascades Trail: Located at Blue Ridge Parkway Mile Marker 272, the trail runs along side of Cascades Falls, located in E.B. Jeffress Park. The loop is a half mile hike and great for families.

Craggy Pinnacle Trail: Located at Blue Ridge Parkway Mile Marker 365, this quick hike is less than a mile in distance and offers spectacular views from the top! Enjoy the native mountain laurels and wild blueberries along the path.

Price Lake Loop: Located at Blue Ridge Parkway Mile Marker 297, enjoy the beautiful view of the lake on this flat, 2.4 mile round trip path. Guests are also able to rent canoes to spend some time on the water!

Linville Falls and Gorge: Located at Blue Ridge Parkway Mile Marker 316, the Linville Gorge is located in the Pisgah National Forest and includes about 12 miles of the Linville River. The gorge includes rough, rugged terrain, but the trails are well marked and manageable.  Be sure to stay on the trails and wear appropriate footwear.

Beacon Heights: Located at Blue Ridge Parkway Mile Marker 305, this family friendly trail is about a quarter of a mile in distance, and takes only about ten minutes to climb! Once you've reached the top, an amazing rock face offers a stunning view of the Blue Ridge Mountains!

Rough Ridge Trail: Located at Blue Ridge Parkway Mile Marker 303, the moderate hike  overlooks the famous Linn Cove Viaduct. The narrow trail is about a 2 mile trek and offers rock ledges to overlook the distant valleys.

Crabtree Falls: Located at Blue Ridge Parkway Mile Marker 339, parking is available near the Crabtree Campground. Crabtree Falls is a 70 foot cascading waterfall located on the Big Crabtree Creek. The trail is approximately 2 miles round trip and is well worth the time!

Daniel Boone Scout Trail to Calloway Peak: Located at Blue Ridge Parkway Mile Marker 300 (Park at Boone Fork and follow the Tanawha trail, take a left over the bridge to get to the trailhead). One of the areas more difficult trails, this 6.5 mile hike takes you to Calloway Peak, the highest point of Grandfather Mountain, at 5,496 feet.

Profile Trail: Located off of Highway 105, this trail offers a scenic hike through nature and becomes a bit more challenging as you approach the profile view of Grandfather Mountain.