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weymouth woods

Features

In Search of State Symbols in Weymouth Woods

In a nature preserve in the heart of the Sandhills, many of North Carolina’s official state animals live in abundant harmony among the pines. Actually finding them, however, is another story.

by Eleanor Spicer Rice
History

A Timeline of North Carolina’s State Parks

Find out how the purchase of a single plot of land on Mount Mitchell in 1915 turned into a thriving state park system that provides North Carolinians with the opportunity to explore the outdoors in all its natural beauty.

by Rachel Malmin
Guides

12 Places to Find Feathered Friends

Across the state, there are plenty of great places to spot birds of all different shapes, sizes, and colors. Here are a few of our favorites.

by Our State Staff

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