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Roasting cacao beans, chocolate truffles, and hot chocolate at Venture Chocolate in Boone, NC
Taste of Spring

A Sweet Send-Off

Before heading back down the mountain, discover edible riches in Boone.

by Tess Allen
Women shop at Common Good Company in Boone
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A Springtime Guide to Boone and Beyond

From visual and performing arts to beautiful Blue Ridge landscapes, handcrafted and natural beauty flourishes across this mountain community.

by Kristin Collins
Kayaker in the New River in Boone, NC
Tar Heel Towns

Your Guide to Boone

Known as the heart of the High Country, this vibrant and welcoming community draws travelers to experience the arts, outdoor adventures, and Appalachian culture all year round.

by Lara Ivanitch
Exterior and garden of Lovill House
Be Our Guest

Care & Keeping

With each guest she welcomes, a steward of the historic Lovill House honors the home’s legacy — and her own family’s High Country roots.

by Katie Kane Reynolds
Musician performs at Betty's Biscuits
Cozy Season

Creating Community at the East Boone Listening Room

The East Boone Listening Room transforms Betty’s Biscuits into a haven for music, memory, and connection.

by Mark Kemp
Little girl snowtubing at Beech Mountain ski resort near Boone, NC
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Welcome Winter Fun in Boone

From zipping down the slopes to finding precious gemstones and meeting folk artists, here are six ways to embrace the winter months in the Blue Ridge.

by Robin Sutton Anders
Ray Russell, Rhonda Russell, and their dachshund, Rudy.
Eye on the Storm

Watching the Storm With Ray’s Weather

People in western North Carolina have come to rely on a popular weather forecasting website to help them navigate their everyday lives — especially a year ago, when the wind and rain turned deadly.

by Susan Ladd
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5 Cool Mountain Towns to Explore This Summer

When you’re longing to escape the humidity, head to these charming High Country towns off the Blue Ridge Parkway for unforgettable adventures.

by Jodi Helmer
People sit outside at Rhodes Motor Lodge
Modern Vintage

An Escape Through Time at Rhode’s Motor Lodge

A renewed love for mid-century style is seeing new generations of families return to make memories at places like Rhode’s Motor Lodge in Boone.

by Katherine Snow Smith
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