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Give the Gift of 3 Holiday Experiences in Randolph County

Put away the wrapping paper and treat loved ones to festive adventures and lasting memories this year.

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6 Things You Should Know About the North Carolina Zoo

Asheboro is home to the world’s largest natural habitat zoo, where the state-of-the-art facility, hidden hiking trails, and groundbreaking research are just a few reasons to visit.

by Lara Ivanitch
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Your Guide to Randolph County

In the heart of North Carolina, take a walk on the wild side at the NC Zoo, sip an apple cider slushy at an apple orchard, explore potters’ studios, and much more.

by Lara Ivanitch & Laura Lee
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10 Outdoor Adventures in Randolph County

Nature abounds in Randolph County with preserves, greenways, and national forests to explore. Whether by land, water, or air, here’s how to get outside in these Piedmont spaces.

by Eleanor Spicer Rice
Editor’s Column

From Elizabeth Hudson: Lessons in Listening

Whether found in rural Randolph County’s pastures or during a mountain trail ride in Burnsville, our editor in chief cherishes the moments of silence that settle across North Carolina’s landscapes and the quiet wonders they reveal.

by Elizabeth Hudson
Salamanders, elephants, and giraffes at the Zoo
Travel Guides

10 Kid-Friendly Ways to Explore the North Carolina Zoo

Whether your big kid wants to swing between the treetops like a lemur or your little one wants an up-close look during a safari excursion, don’t miss these memory-making ways to play at the world’s largest natural habitat zoo.

by Hannah Lee Leidy
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Murphy to Manteo

The Circle of Life

A family explores the sights, sounds, and sweet nostalgia of the world’s largest natural habitat zoo.

by Katie Schanze
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Finding Christmas Past & Present in Asheboro

The thrill of the hunt takes on new fervor during the holidays. Seek and find in Randolph County, where the bounty of antiques can tempt a picker to abandon her list.

by Katie Schanze
Shelves of antiques in Collector's Antique Mall in Asheboro, NC
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A Guide to Antiquing in Asheboro and Beyond

Follow U.S. Route 64 into the heart of North Carolina — and find your way into the past.

by Hannah Lee Leidy
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