by Lee Cloer | May 4, 2021 | Things to Do, Outdoors
Oh, the Places You’ll Go! Beautiful views, delectable foods, incredible moods… we welcome you to the Great Smoky Mountains of North Carolina. “Great things are done when men and mountain meet” ~ William Blake You need peace and quiet from the hustle and bustle... 
by Lee Cloer | Apr 8, 2021 | Things to Do, 828 Towns, Family
They say, “If you don’t like the weather in WNC, wait 5 minutes.” You like warm sunny days hanging out by a waterfall? We’ve got plenty of that.You prefer a slight chill in the air as you hike a mountain trail? Yep, we’ve got that too.You love a light rain that cools... 
by Lee Cloer | Jan 17, 2021 | 828 Towns, Food & Drink, Things to Do
Andrews, NC’s newest location (Dec 2020) to grab something to drink and eat is The Parting Glass Irish Pub. The owners of this family-run establishment are husband and wife, Eric and Shannon West. They opened in November of 2020 and are located at 945 Main St in... 
by Lee Cloer | Jul 23, 2020 | Outdoors, Hike, Things to Do, Waterfall
Directions Trail Map Weather Rough Ridge Trail Located just outside of Boone, NC, Rough Ridge Trail is a magnificent hiking trail with beautiful views is a short but moderate climb of close to 2.5 miles. The trail is well used and maintained and with some of the best... 
by Lee Cloer | May 30, 2020 | Outdoors, Hike, Things to Do, Waterfall
Looking for a great family nature trip while on your trip to Highlands, NC, Then you should plan a trip to one of the region’s many waterfalls and scenic overlooks. Just a short 1.6-mile drive outside of Highlands in the Nantahala National Forest, Glenn Falls is one... 
by Lee Cloer | Feb 24, 2020 | Things to Do, Family, Outdoors
7 Of The Best Outdoor Kid Activities in the 828 24 February, 2020 #828VibesThe Mountains are calling. I must go. The sun is shining, the breeze is blowing, and parents are in desperate need of some distance between them and their children —luckily, playgrounds in the... 