Word from the Smokies: Park program welcomes people with disabilities into the backcountry
Growing up, Blount County native Carly Pearson considered time outdoors a way of life. When she wasn’t exploring the stunningly…
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Highlands lecture series to host NASA scientist
The Highlands Biological Foundation (HBF) announced the next lecture in their Zahner Conservation Lecture Series, taking place at 6 p.m.…
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Waynesville project seeks to elevate quality of life
The Town of Waynesville is applying for the Urban and Community Forestry Financial Assistance Program grant. The goal is to…
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Haywood Waterways hosts annual picnicHaywood Waterways hosts annual picnic
The nonprofit Haywood Waterways is inviting members and supporters to gather for its annual picnic to be held at the…
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Beekeeper group to host Varroa testing demo
Smoky Mountain Beekeepers’ August meeting will be held at the apiary at Mountain Discovery Charter School located at the top…
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Youth fishing event in Cherokee
The Talking Trees Children’s Trout Derby will be held from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 3 at the Oconaluftee…
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Farmers market hosts Styrofoam disposal event
Bring unwanted Styrofoam by the Haywood County Farmers Market Saturday, July 27.
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Wildlife sanctuary gives a new start to orphaned fawns
Nestled away on seven acres in a nondescript warehouse above Canton, not visible from the road, sits an animal rehab…
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Severe drought hits WNC
The North Carolina Drought Management Advisory Council (DMAC) expanded its severe drought classification and classified two counties as in extreme drought in the latest advisory issued…
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Join HWA for a West Fork workshop
Haywood Waterways Association and Haywood Community College invites the public to discover the amazing aquatic life living in the West…
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Fireside chat and workday
One of Friends of Panthertown’s upcoming programs includes a “Fireside Chat” in which it will share information about the organization…
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Moderate drought expands in WNC
Although most of the state saw some rainfall in the past week, it was not enough to improve dry conditions, leading the North Carolina Drought Management Advisory…
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Input sought for Pisgah View plan
The third public information meeting for the Pisgah View State Park Master Plan will be held from 5-7 p.m. Thursday,…
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Trail volunteers visit Japan for exchange
This July, the Carolina Mountain Club (CMC) is embarking on a landmark journey to Japan, marking a momentous step in…
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NC hunters harvest near-record number of turkeys
Results from the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission’s (NCWRC) 2024 Wild Turkey Harvest Summary report show that hunters recorded 24,074 birds…
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Mountain Credit Union hosts Tee it Up for Diabetes golf tournament
Mountain Credit Union (MCU) held its annual Tee it Up for Diabetes Golf Tournament on Wednesday, May 29, 2024.
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Haywood Extension hosts ‘learn to grow’ classes
Anyone interested in learning to grow fall vegetables is encouraged to attend the Haywood County Extension Office’s “learn to grow”…
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Join Franklin Bird Club outings
The Franklin Bird Club leads walks along the greenway on Wednesday mornings at 8 a.m. Walks start at alternating locations:…
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'You Are Here': U.S. poet laureate unveils Poetry in the Parks project
Anyone who has ever found themselves looking at a public map — from a trailhead to a mall directory — has…
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College students tour WNC ‘Safe Passage’ projects
Earlier this year, members of Safe Passage, including the N.C. Department of Transportation, led a tour of wildlife crossing project sites along Interstate…
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Jackson County Coon Hunters host water races
The Jackson County Coon Hunters Association will host a pair of water races this weekend.
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LeConte now seeking concessions business
The National Park Service (NPS) issued a prospectus for a concessions contract to provide lodging, food, beverage and retail services…
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Highlands lecture on rare bird, habitat
The Highlands Biological Foundation (HBF) invites the community to the next installment of its Zahner Conservation Lecture series at 6…
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Enjoy fitness opportunities in Bryson City
The Marianna Black Library in Bryson City has Fitness Classes each Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Fitness is known to build…
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Word from the Smokies: Smokies cities make strides toward ensuring bear, human safety with new trash bins
Great Smoky Mountains National Park is home to an estimated 1,900 black bears — about two per square mile —…
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U.S. Poet Laureate to visit Smokies
United States Poet Laureate Ada Limón is coming to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park for a special event at…
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Paddling ahead: Nantahala Outdoor Center enters new chapter
It’s not lost on Colin McBeath how unique and cherished the Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC) is to locals and visitors…
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Dry conditions impacting 99 N.C. counties
The North Carolina Drought Management Advisory Council (DMAC) has classified all or part of 99 counties as in moderate drought…
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HBF hosts ‘Landscape Meanders’ lecture
The Highlands Biological Foundation (HBF) continues its Zahner Conservation Lecture series Thursday, July 1.
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Become a Master Gardener volunteer
Join a network of passionate community members across the state dedicated to learning and sharing research-based information, enhancing their communities…
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Haywood Rec offers Parkway sunset yoga
Join Haywood County recreation for a sunset yoga session on the Blue Ridge Parkway.
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Iconic photo of George Masa ID’d
The true location of one of the most iconic photographs of George Masa has been accurately identified. The photograph, depicting…
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George Masa Foundation announces Youth Conservation Photography Prize
The George Masa Foundation has announced the launch of the inaugural George Masa Youth Conservation Photography Prize. This unique competition…
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Firecracker 5K returns to Bryson City
Thursday, July 4, marks the 34th running of the Firecracker 5K in Bryson City. Created in 1989 to celebrate the…
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Large animal vets encouraged to apply for state grants
Large animal veterinarians in North Carolina are eligible to apply for up to $25,000 in funds to help support their…
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State to ramp up impaired boating enforcement efforts
In efforts to ensure a safer July 4 holiday experience on the water, wildlife law enforcement officers with the N.C.…
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Hunting, fishing fees to change July 1
The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) is announcing an increase to fees for hunting, fishing, trapping and activity licenses,…
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Mountain View Garden Club plant sale
Come out to Waynesville for the Mountain View Garden Club plant sale from 9 a.m. to noon July 6 at…
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Word from the Smokies: DNA study yields new estimate of Smoky Mountain elk population
Over the decades since 52 elk were reintroduced to Great Smoky Mountains National Park’s Cataloochee Valley in 2001 and 2002, wildlife…
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Big Atlas weekend is coming
Birders around the state are encouraged to grab their binoculars, guidebooks, hiking boots and best birding friends for a weekend…
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HBF continues ‘Appalachian Apothecary’ lecture
The Highlands Biological Foundation (HBF) continues its Zahner Conservation Lecture series at 6 p.m. on Thursday, June 20. Registered Herbalist…
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Dedication set for viewing platform
The Friends of the Greenway and the Franklin Bird Club invite the public to the dedication of the Barbara McRae Memorial…
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Franklin Bird Club to lead nature walks
The Franklin Bird Club will lead walks along the greenway on Wednesday mornings at 8 a.m.
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Filing period opens
Candidate filing has begun for Swain Soil and Water Conservation District Supervisor.
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Word from the Smokies: Sochan gathering program grows relationship between tribe, park and plants
“There’s some legends and stories about this particular area, this place we’re at right now,” said Tommy Cabe, who is…
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Interested in healthy gardening?
Studies have shown that gardening has numerous health benefits for all ages and physical abilities, and mobility issues don’t mean…
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WCU gets grant to study mosquitoes
Brian Byrd, Western Carolina University’s mosquito expert and professor in the environmental health sciences program, along with Scott Huffman, professor…
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‘Appalachian Apothecary’ lecture is June 20
The Highlands Biological Foundation (HBF) continues its Zahner Conservation Lecture series at 6 p.m. on Thursday, June 20. Registered Herbalist…
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Haywood Soil and Water receives farmland preservation grants
The Haywood County Soil & Water Conservation District is a recipient of three of this year’s N.C. Grange grants to…
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Big Brothers Big Sisters offers golf discount
Haywood County golfers can take advantage of an offer that will give them discounts at Maggie Valley Club, Springdale Resort,…
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