Winter vacation, canceled school, or just because — snowy days in North Carolina give us endless opportunities for skiing, skating, tubing, and plenty of other chilly adventures.
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The Snows of Appalachia: A Photo Essay
In the west, where the landscape rises to meet the sky, winter arrives early and puts on a show, softening our rugged peaks with a blanket of snow.
A Guide to North Carolina’s 41 State Parks
North Carolina’s state parks are packed with opportunities: for adventure and leisure, recreation and education. From our highest peaks to our most pristine shorelines, there’s a park for everyone, right here at home.
10 Winter Wonderlands in North Carolina
Enjoy a magical snow day, any day: Here are a few of Our State’s favorite spots to ice-skate, ski, snowboard, snow tube, and sled.
10 North Carolina Items for Your December To-Do List
Festive ways to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year.
Quiz: How Much Do You Know About North Carolina’s Christmas Tree Farms?
Thanks to the hard work of our farmers, North Carolina is the second-largest Christmas tree producer in the nation, filling our homes with the fresh smell of the season.
The 1960s: In the Spirit of Service
The Cherokee Boys Club transforms the lives of its members — and the community — with help from its manager. Although not a Cherokee by blood, his devotion earns him honorary status in the tribe.
A Blue Ridge Mountains Vacation Spot Where You Can Visit the Bison
Those in search of Western-style adventures don’t have to look far: On a family ranch in Haywood County, guests can watch bison roam the mountainside from cozy log cabins and converted train cabooses.
A Guide to Downtown Burnsville
Artists, chefs, and makers find inspiration in the beautiful Black Mountains that surround this charming Yancey County town.
