2013 Hendersonville, NC Travel Guide

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Index to Attractions & Events Accommodations ................................19-23 Activities for all Ages............................32-36 Appalachian Trail .....................................15 Apple Orchards.........................................29 Apples and Fall Color...............................34 N.C. Apple Festival - Labor Day Weekend ....... 43 Area Attractions..........................................5 Area Map........................................... 24-25 Bat Cave Tour .......................................... 5 Biltmore Estate ................................. 15, 35 Blue Ridge Parkway ......................... 15, 35 Brevard Music Center ........................15, 32 Bullington Center...................................... 5 Canoeing / Kayaking................................35 Carl Sandburg Home..................................8 Cherokee Indian Reservation ............16, 35 Chimney Rock Park............................16, 34 Colburn Earth Science Museum............. 32 Cradle of Forestry.....................................16 Craft Heritage Trails of WNC....................16 Dupont State Recreational Forest .12, 32, 34 Farm City Day..................................... 43 Festivals.............................................. 43 Fishing................................................ 33 Flat Rock Historic District ........................10 Flat Rock Playhouse...........................10, 32 Fletcher, NC..............................................11 Fletcher Park & Greenway...................5, 33 Fletcher Feed & Seed .............................. 5 Folk Art Center .........................................15 Garden Jubilee Festival ...........................48 Gem Mining........................................16, 33 Golf Courses ............................................33 Grandfather Mountain ..............................16 Great Smoky Mountains Nat’l Park ...16, 35 Green River Game Lands & Trails ........... 5 Hands on Museum............................. 7, 32 Harrah’s Cherokee Casino ......................16 HC Historic Courthouse .......................6, 45 HC Genealogical & Historical Scty........... 6 HC Farmer’s Curb Market .......... 6, 28, 31 HC Heritage Museum...........................6, 32 Health Adventure (The)............................32 Henderson County......................................4 Henderson Co. Tailgate Markets ........ 6, 28 Hiking & Trails...........................................14

Historic Johnson Farm ...........................5, 34 Historic Saluda, NC..................................17 Holmes Educational State Forest ...... 5, 32 Horseback Riding.....................................33 Jackson Park and Nature Trail .......... 5, 32 Jump Off Rock Park .......................... 5, 45 Kate’s Park...............................................33 Lake Julian Rec Area................................32 Lake Lure Tours, Marina & Beach..... 16, 17, 32 McClintock Chime Clock .......................... 6 Mills River Area.........................................30 Mineral & Lapidary Museum.............. 32, 45 Miniature Golf...........................................33 Mountain Farm & Home...........................32 Movie Theatres.........................................33 Music on Main Street Concerts..........43, 48 North Carolina Arboretum ..................15, 35 North Mills River Recreational Area ... 5, 30, 32 Ol’ Timey Christmas-Curb Market ........... 6 Outdoor Recreation Listings................38-39 Patton Park ........................................ 5, 33 Pearson’s Falls ........................................17 Pisgah National Forest ................. 5, 17, 32 Regional Attractions.............................15-17 Restaurant Guide ...............................40-42 River Tubing........................................35-36 St. John in the Wilderness Church ..........10 Sliding Rock- Pisgah Nat’l Forest.......17, 34 Snow Tubing.............................................36 Summer Camps for Girls & Boys..............26 The Old Homeplace ...........................30, 45 The Village of Flat Rock ............................8 Thomas Wolfe Memorial ....................17, 45 Tours & Trails............................................14 Toy Museum.............................................32 Train Depot & Model Railroad .............6, 34 Center for Craft Creativity & Design...........5 White Water Rafting............................35-36 Wineries / Breweries.................................13 WNC Agricultural Center..............11, 17, 35 WNC Air Museum............................... 5, 32 WNC Farmers Market...............................17 WNC Nature Center...........................17, 35 Wolfe’s Angel ................................... 6, 45 YMCA.......................................................34

Visitor’s Center

Open 362 Days 201 South Main Street Hendersonville, NC 28792 800.828.4244 or 828.693.9708 GPS: N 35.11.668, W 082.46.846 Copyright © 2013

Contents of this magazine may not be reproduced in any manner without written consent from the Publisher, Henderson County Tourism Development Authority.

Photo Credits: Melody Heltman Karen Baker Flat Rock Playhouse

Bonus Historical Feature Article Coming of the Railroad Page 9

Current information & additional links

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ALL ABOUT HENDERSON COUNTY The Beautiful Communities of Henderson County, North Carolina Fletcher, Flat Rock, Hendersonville, Mills River, Laurel Park, and Area Communities

Henderson County History Henderson County was part of the Cherokee Nation for 10,000 years. After treaties with the Cherokee in 1777 and 1785, the land was officially opened for settlement by early Appalachian Mountain pioneers. Early land grants date back to 1777, with most occurring after the Revolutionary War in 1783 and 1785. Early settlers included Revolutionary War Patriots, such as Andrew Miller, Matthew Maybin and Joseph Henry, along with many others. Some Tories, such as William Mills, also settled in the county in the 1780s.

Henderson County was named for Chief Justice of the State Supreme Court, Judge Leonard Henderson who died in 1833, five years before the county was created. Henderson County was created from Old Buncombe County and Rutherford County.

Hendersonville received its original charter in the 1840’s with a population of several hundred people.

The county of Henderson is called a typical mountain county, because it consists of these elements: mountain ranges, isolated peaks, a rolling plateau and level valley areas. Elevations range from 1400 feet near Bat Cave at the foot of the Blue Ridge, to 5000 feet on Little Pisgah.

Henderson County is located on a intermountain plateau and is almost circled by mountains. To the west, the county touches the Pisgah Ledge, and to the east and south borders the Blue Ridge and Saluda Mountains. The county is bordered on the north side by Buncombe county, to the east by Rutherford and Polk counties, to the west by Transylvania county and to the south by South Carolina.

The first source of revenue was agriculture for the people of Henderson County. The settlers grew corn, wheat, rye, potatoes and cabbage. As the self-sustaining pioneer settlers entered the county, they brought fruit trees with them.

Hendersonville had easy access from the lowlands and quickly became a vacation destination for tourists to spend the summer months to escape the sweltering heat, for a milder, cooler climate.

Historic Hendersonville has been welcoming guests for more than a century, thus creating a strong tourism based industry. This basic economy held up after World War II. Today’s economy is based on tourism, manufacturing, agriculture and retirement.

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Relocation A Relocation Packet is available for $25.00.

The packet includes: real estate brochures, a map, area attractions, accommodations, community information, Henderson County & area demographics & statistics, a local telephone book and shopping. call: 800-828-4244

www.historichendersonville.org

Transportation / Highways I- 26 is the major east/west interstate from the Tennessee state line near Mars Hill, NC to Charleston, SC and is located 2 miles from downtown Hendersonville. I-26 intersects with I-40 east & west in Asheville, NC and I-85 north & south in Spartanburg, SC. Asheville Regional Airport - The Asheville Regional Airport is located on I-26, 9 miles north of Hendersonville and 15 miles south of Asheville. The carriers serving the airport are Allegiant, Continental, Delta, US Airways, and United. 61 Terminal Drive Fletcher, NC www.flyavl.com Hendersonville Airport - The Hendersonville Airport with a 3,075-foot paved and lighted runway is capable of handling a variety of aircraft. The airport is located just a few miles from downtown Hendersonville.

Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport -The GreenvilleSpartanburg International Airport also serves Western North Carolina and is located on I-85, approximately 40 miles from Hendersonville. The carriers serving the airport are Allegiant, American Eagle, Delta, US Airways, Southwest, United, and US Airways. www.gspairport.com

Climate Climate - Average Monthly Highs and Lows January........................... 40°/ 20° February......................... 45°/ 25° March.............................. 55°/35° April................................. 65°/45° May................................. 70°/ 60° June................................ 80°/ 65° July................................. 85°/ 65° August............................ 80°/ 60° September...................... 75°/ 55° October........................... 70°/ 45° November....................... 60°/ 35° December....................... 50°/ 30°

Demographics

Location

Size-Henderson County.......................375 Square Miles Hendersonville Elevation.............................. 2,200 feet Population-Henderson County ........................107,177 City of Hendersonville..........................................13,189

Historic Hendersonville is located in the Western North Carolina Mountains between the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Great Smokies, 22 miles south of Asheville, and 15 miles north of the North-South Carolina border.

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AREA ATTRACTIONS WNC Air Museum - The Western North Carolina Air Museum is the first air museum in North Carolina. It features restored, replica antique and vintage airplanes.

Operating Schedule: Year Round Wed.-Sat.-Sun. Apr.-Oct. Wed. & Sun. Noon-5:00 pm, Sat. 10:00 am5:00 pm; Nov.-Mar. Wed., Sat. & Sun. Noon-5:00 pm; 1340 Gilbert St. off Brooklyn Ave. Hendersonville Airport.

828.698.2482. www.wncairmuseum.com Bat Cave Tour - Located in scenic Hickory Nut Gorge, the Bat Cave system is the longest known fissure cave in North America. Strenuous two–hour, guided hikes are available during the summer only. Advance reservations are required. 828.625.0380 (phone service summer only) Bullington Gardens - is a non-profit horticultural education center offering programs, activities and workshops.

Features a public botanical garden with individual herb, butterfly, mountain habitat, and perennial border gardens.

Open weekdays from 9:00 am-4:00 pm. Located on Upper Red Oak Trail off Zeb Corn Road. 828.698.6104 www.bullingtongardens.org DuPont State Recreational Forest - The forest is located between Hendersonville and Brevard. It is known for its many waterfalls and rolling land bordered by moderately steep hills and mountains. Open to the public for hiking and fishing (NC fishing license required), horseback riding, biking and hunting (by permit only). The forest is managed by the NC Division of Forest Resources. 828.877.6527 www.dupontforest.com Fletcher Park and Greenway-Walking, biking, greenway trails, disc golf, arboretum gardens, youth and adult softball fields, children’s playground, picnic shelter and dog park. 828.687.0751 www.fletcherparks.org

Holmes Educational State Forest - Offering a series of marked trails, exhibits and displays depicting the ecology of a managed forest. Picnic sites and a picnic shelter are available. Open Tuesday-Sunday from mid-March to mid November. Located about 9 miles from downtown Hendersonville on Crab Creek Road. 828.692.0100 www.ncesf.org Jump Off Rock Park - offers a scenic panoramic view of the French Broad River Valley, the Blue Ridge and Pisgah mountain ranges and a great sunset view. Located about 5 miles from downtown at the end of Laurel Park Highway. Open daily from sunrise to sunset.

Jackson Park and Nature Trail - Picnic areas and shelters, tennis, baseball and softball fields, nature trails, bird watching amphitheatre, playground and sports programs. 828.697.4884. www.hendersoncountyrecreation.org North Mills River Recreational Area of the Pisgah National Forest - Mountain biking, equestrian trails, tubing (must supply own tube), picnic areas, RV, tent & primitive camping, fishing, bird watching, hiking & open spaces for group activities. North Mills River Road near the intersections of Highways 191 and 280.

Phone: 877.444.6777. www.recreation.gov Patton Park - Public swimming pool, picnic shelters and areas, tennis courts, basketball courts, skate park and walking trails. 1610 Asheville Hwy. US 25 North 828.697.3084 Pisgah National Forest - Davidson River Recreation Area Ranger Station & Visitors Center, Wildlife Education Center and Fish Hatchery, Sliding Rock, Pink Beds Azalea Gardens, Cradle of Forestry, Looking Glass Falls and Davidson River Campground. Hiking, mountain biking, nature trails, fishing, RV, primitive and tent camping.

828.877.3265 www.fs.usda.gov/nfsnc The Old Homeplace - Experience genuine music of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Housed in a big red barn, the Old Homeplace provides live country music in a familyfriendly venue. Friday and Saturday, 7 pm. - 10:30 pm.

Located on North Mills River Road, 4 miles past the corner of Hwy. 280 & N. Mills River Rd. 828.891.7704.

Fletcher Feed & Seed - Blue Grass Performances A performance venue for Blue Grass and mountain heritage music. No admission fee; Donations welcomed.

3715 Hendersonville Road, Fletcher, NC 28732 Schedule of entertainers & performance times; 828.216.3492 www.feedandseednc.com

Trails of the Green River Game Lands - Sixteen miles of trails located in the Green River Game Lands, a rugged tract of more than 10,000 acres along the Green River.

Managed by the State of North Carolina for wildlife conservation and management: hunting, fishing and trapping, this unique area is maintained to encourage foot travel only.

Maps and brochures are available at the Hendersonville Visitors Center. 828.692.0385 www.eco-wnc.org

Historic Johnson Farm - is an example of a late 19th and early 20th century farm and tourist retreat. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Call for hours and tour times. Fee charged. 828.891.6585. www.historicjohnsonfarm.org

UNC Center for Craft, Creativity & Design Exhibits by professional artists, faculty and students from three UNC mountain campuses, focusing on craft heritage. Call for hours open and directions. 828.890.2050. www.craftcreativitydesign.org

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HISTORIC

Henderson County Heritage Museum

HENDERSONVILLE

brings history alive as the story of Henderson County is told.

The Museum is housed in the Historic Henderson County Courthouse on Main Street. It offers public displays, artifacts, lectures, collections, archives, libraries, demonstrations, and other similar exhibitions relating to the history, culture, heritage and story of the founding settlement and Historic Downtown Hendersonville was entered into the development of Henderson County. The hours National Register of Historic Places in March of 1989. are Wednesday - Saturday from 10am – 5pm and A family friendly street with specialty shops, antique stores, Sunday 1pm – 5pm. 828-694-1619 and a variety of eateries to complement any palate. Several www.hendersoncountymuseum.com

Attractions-At-A-Glance

museums, and galleries are scattered among the garden planters, trees and park benches along Main Street. Downtown hosts the NC Apple Festival on Labor Day weekend, The Garden Jubilee Festival, Memorial Day weekend, art shows, car shows, holiday events and parades throughout the year.

Built in 1904, the courthouse is constructed of brick and displays a figure of an unmasked Lady Justice on the golden dome. Located between 1st and 2nd Avenue on Main Street.

Henderson County Farmer’s Curb Market All items sold at the market are either hand-made or locally grown by vendors offering a variety of crafts, baked goods, jellies, plants, flowers, toys, and produce. Hours: AprilDecember; Tues. Thurs. & Sat. 8 am - 2 pm January - March Sat. 8 am - 2pm Check Web Site for exact dates.

Ol’ Timey Days - June & September www.curbmarket.com Ol’ Timey Christmas Open House - Nov. 828.692.8012

Henderson County Tailgate Market Local, organic & conventionally grown produce, bedding plants, items and canned goods as well as hand made arts & crafts. 100 North King Street. Open-Saturdays: 7 a.m. -12 Noon • 828.693.7265

Historic Hendersonville Train Depot The first steam engine puffed up the Saluda Grade to the Hendersonville Depot in 1879. The steam engine needed a “help engine” attached to the rear of the train additional power to push the train up the Saluda Mountain Grade, the steepest main-line standard gauge railroad in the United States. The restored Depot houses the Apple Valley Model Railroad Club.

The HO scale railroad extends 100 feet along the length of the Depot and has over 2,000 feet of track and more than 250 switches and turnouts. Open year round, Saturday 10am2pm. Located on Maple Street HSAD coordinates off 7th Ave East. district projects & Admission is activities in the area free, donations of beautification and appreciated. design, economic (828) 890-8246. development, safety, www.avmrc. & promotions. com

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Find out the latest Happenings!

Bearfootin’ Public Art Display The whimsical, playful, and much loved Bears of Historic Downtown Hendersonville have returned. Experience a ‘Bear Hunt’; follow the Bear Map to find the awesome Hendersonville Bears. Some years other subjects are chosen other than our fun loving Bears. May - October. 828.233.3216.

Mineral & Lapidary Museum of Henderson County Exhibits include the “T Rex”, Hendersonville Meteorite, North Carolina Minerals, magnificent display of Flourescent minerals, replicas of World Famous Diamonds, Lapidary Arts, Fossils and Mineral Specimens and Geode Cracking. Staff is available to answer your questions and share interesting facts and stories. Hours: Mon. - Fri. 1:00 - 5:00 pm & Sat. 10 am - 5 pm. Free admission. Located on the lower level of 400 North Main Street, Hendersonville. 828.698.1977. www.mineralmuseum.org

The McClintock Chime Clock Attached to the Old State Trust Co. building located on the corner of 4th & Main Street, this unique chime clock is about 75 years old and still chimes out the hour.

Henderson County Genealogical & Historical Society Extensive references on history and genealogy of North and South Carolina and surrounding states. Holdings include Henderson County deeds, estate records, early newspapers, early court minutes, maps, church and school histories, photographs, Bible records and family histories. Volunteers are available to assist researchers. Society publications and other books on local history are available for sale. 400 North Main Street. Open Mon.-Fri. 10am-4pm, Sat. by appointment only. (828) 693-1531. www.hcghs.com

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Hendersonville City Hall Built in 1928, City Hall contains many artifacts and historic items including large statues of General Andrew Jackson, James Knox Polk and Andrew Johnson. 145 5th Avenue East. Open Monday through Friday 828.697.3000

Hands on! - A Child’s Gallery provides educational exhibits that stimulate the imagination and motivate learning in a fun, safe, “Hands On!” environment where kids can be kids. Adults need to accompany children, Tuesday - Saturday 10am- 5pm, 318 N. Main St. Hendersonville, 828-697-8333 www.handsonwnc.org

Mineral & Lapidary Museum of Henderson County

Wolfe’s Angel In Thomas Wolfe’s first novel, “Look Homeward, Angel,” there are references to an angel carved from Italian Carrara marble. Wolfe’s father, W.O. Wolfe, sold the statue to the Johnson family for a plot in Oakdale Cemetery. A historical marker is located on Highway 64 West, 9/10 of a mile from downtown Hendersonville.

Historic Hendersonville Train Depot

Team ECCO Ocean Center and Aquarium Public aquarium with 20+ displays showcasing eels, sting rays, sea horses, and bamboo sharks. Open Wednesday through Saturday 1-5 pm., closed Sunday & Monday.

Admission is $3 per person for ages 4- 80 years and Wednesday special price for the young at heart (ages 60 – 80 yrs) 511 North Main Street, 828-692-8386 • www.teamecco.org

French Broad e’N’pire NTRAK Club The Club offers a 25’x35’ operating “N” scale train layout, which is about 1/2 the size of HO scale. Open to the public on Saturday from 10:00am2:00pm, as well as during selected community events. Located at 503 7th Avenue, across the railroad tracks from the Historic Depot in Downtown Hendersonville. 828-685-2726. http://www.fbe-ntrak.com

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Experience Charming and Historic Mountain Towns and Villages

Whether you enjoy heritage mountain music, old time rock and roll or the blues, downtown is the place to be!

Historic districts feature interesting buildings and brick architecture, variety of delightful shops, locally owned restaurants, flowering planter boxes and farmer’s curb & tailgate markets selling farm direct products from our region.

Sitting at 2,200 feet above sea level, the historic Hendersonville and Flat Rock Area is a cool respite from the sweltering summer heat of lower climates favoring you with a breath of fresh mountain air and cool breezes.

If waterfalls are your passion, you have to experience spectacular Triple Falls of DuPont State Recreational Forest plus High Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, Hooker Falls, and scenic Lake Julia. Our many state and national forest areas have a variety of terrain to explore the great outdoors no matter your level of adventure from gentle hikes to backwoods mountain biking.

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The area is packed with many family activities for children of all ages. These kid friendly outings are a great time for family bonding or a family reunion. Many area attractions are free or offer very affordable admissions. The ideal retreat, and a great family vacation value, we are a quality destination for multi-generational reunions, weddings, meetings and special occasions. Our area is perfect for an old fashion get together.

Enjoy our summer evening concerts series downtown showcasing traditional mountain heritage music, square and clog dancing Monday nights and beach, oldies and rock ‘n roll dance party Friday nights at the Hendersonville Visitors Center.

We invite you to experience our charming and historic mountain communities. Come explore, kick back and relax.

This region is a diversity of rural to uptown. Take it all in and enjoy your stay.

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Celebrating the

Coming of the Railroad

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he Apple Valley Model Railroad Club and the Henderson County Heritage Museum have come together to kick-off the Golden Age Exhibit: Coming of the Railroad at the Historic Courthouse in Downtown Hendersonville. In partnership with the Henderson County Heritage Museum, the Model Railroad Club has created a scale model diorama of the Saluda grade and the route from Melrose to Hendersonville. The exhibit will include the railroad heritage of Henderson County with railroad memorabilia, videos and photographs.

The interactive display will be opening May 18, 2013 and continue through 2014. A live model train will be running near the ceiling and a recreation of the Carolina Special, which ran through Henderson County from 1911 until 1968.

The first steam engine puffed up the Saluda Grade to the Hendersonville Depot in 1879. The steam engine needed a “help engine” attached to the rear of the train at Melrose for additional power to push the train up the Saluda Mountain Grade, the steepest main-line standard gauge railroad in the United States. The Carolina Special ran between Charleston, South Carolina and Cincinnati, Ohio from 1911 until 1968. The coming of the railroad bridged the gap between the South Carolina seaport to Western North Carolina. Tourism began to boom in Henderson County when the families of South Carolina’s Low Coun-

try started coming to the Blue Ridge Mountains for the cooler summer climate and to escape the sweltering heat. South Carolina’s Low Country gentry affectionately called Flat Rock The Little Charleston of the Mountains.

During the heyday of rail passenger service, six trains a day stopped in Hendersonville.

Today the depot is the home of the 70-member Apple Valley Model Railroad Club and its large HO-scale model train layout as well as the 7th Avenue Business Association. The layout measures 100 feet by 18 feet and fills three large rooms. The layout incorporates over 2000 feet of track and 225 switches allowing trains to travel to examples of Hendersonville, Asheville, Valdese, Marion, Black Mountain and other area towns. The club layout also includes depictions of sawmill logging operations, the paper mill at Canton, the large Asheville rail yard including the roundhouse, an operating turntable, and the Saluda grade. A highlight for young children is an operating Thomas the Tank Engine layout featuring Thomas and Emily chugging proudly over the track! Visiting children operate the trains. This popular display is part of the club’s continuing

efforts to actively promote the hobby of model railroading to people of all ages.

The Historic Train Depot is open year round, Wednesdays 1:00pm-3:00pm and Saturdays 10:00am-2:00pm. The Depot is located on Maple Street off of 7th Avenue East. Admission is free, donations appreciated. For information or special visit arrangements call (828) 890-8246. www.avmrc.com The Henderson County Heritage Museum brings history alive as the story of Henderson County is told. The Museum is housed in the Historic Henderson County Courthouse on Main Street. It offers public displays, artifacts, lectures, collections, archives, libraries, demonstrations, and other similar exhibitions relating to the history, culture, heritage and story of the founding settlement and development of Henderson County.

The Historic Henderson County Courthouse was built in 1904 and designed

by Richard Sharp Smith, the supervising architect of Biltmore House. The Historic Henderson County Courthouse was built of brick in a neoclassical revival style featuring six Corinthian columns on the front and four columns for each of the two side porticos. The focal point of the Courthouse is atop of the copper dome, a 6-foot statue of “Lady Justice.” The statue is the Greek goddess Themis (“The Greek Goddess of Divine Justice and Law”) who is without a blindfold, holding a sword in her right hand and scales in her left. It is believed to be only one of only three in the United States without a blindfold, statues of Themis/Justice are blindfolded to typify that Justice should be impartial.

The Museum hours are Wednesday Saturday from 10:00AM - 5:00 PM and Sunday 1:00PM - 5:00PM. For more information call 828-694-1619 or visit www.hendersoncountymuseum.com

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The Village of Flat Rock

FLAT ROCK Historic District Attractions The Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site Also known as Connemara in Flat Rock, NC, it remains the way you would expect to find it if Mr. Sandburg were alive today. It was here this American poet, historian, author, and lecturer spent the final 22 years of his long and productive life. The home, originally built in 1838, now houses Sandburg’s collection of 10,000 books, notes and papers. Open year ‘round, visitors enjoy tours, ranger programs, and goats at the barn. There are daily tours, numerous hiking trails, an amphitheater with summer productions and other out buildings as well as a barn with a few friendly goats, where Mrs. Sandburg raised her prize winning goats. Admission is charged only for guided tours of the home. Access to trails, grounds, barns and public areas is free. On Memorial Day, entertainers come together to celebrate the “Sandburg Folk Music Festival.”

Beginning well over a century ago, a large number of families came to the Flat Rock area from South Carolina’s low country to escape the sweltering heat, yellow fever, and malaria. Large summer estates were built in the English style by the affluent Charlestonians, Europeans, and prominent plantation owners of the south’s coastal areas. So many arrived from the Charleston area that Flat Rock is called “The Little Charleston of the Mountains” by the gentry of South Carolina. The entire district of Flat Rock is included in the National Register of Historic Places and is home to many attractions: Flat Rock Playhouse–the State Theatre of NC, Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site, St. John in the Wilderness Episcopal Church and cemetery, plus numerous historic homes, bed and breakfasts, estates and inns.

Today the Village of Flat Rock continues to preserve its history while offering the visitor a quaint community with attractions, theatre, shopping, dining, lodging and recreation. Enough history to make you long for days gone by mixed with the right amount of modern indulgences to make you want to stay a while and return again and again.

Flat Rock Historic District – The district of Flat Rock is included in the National Register of Historic Places and is home to many attractions: Flat Rock Playhouse, the State Theatre of NC; Carl Sandburg Home NHS; St. John in the Wilderness Episcopal Church and Cemetery, and numerous historic homes, bed and breakfasts and inns.

Summer Music In Flat Rock - is a free outdoor concert series held on the first Saturday of the month May through October on the Back Deck area of “Little Rainbow Row” in Flat Rock. Concerts are held from 6 pm. to 8 pm., weather permitting. www.flatrockonline.com

Hours: 9 am-5 pm, 7 days a week. Closed Christmas Day. Located 4 miles south of Hendersonville on Little River Road across from the Flat Rock Playhouse. www.nps.gov/carl or call 828.693.4178.

St. John in the Wilderness Church Listed on the National Register of Historic Sites, the church was built in 1833 by Charles and Susan Baring. Many wellknown members of southern aristocracy have family plots in the churchyard including Christopher Memminger, first secretary of the Confederate treasury; Rev. John Drayton, developer of Magnolia Gardens of Charleston; members of the families of three signers of the Declaration of Independence; Major General Edward P. King. Jr., of the United States Army who led the defense of the Bataan Peninsula in the Battle of Bataan against the Japanese invasion of the Philippines in World War II. The church and churchyard are open Tuesday-Sunday 9:00 am-4:00 pm. Hwy. 225 South in Flat Rock. 828.693.9783. www.stjohnflatrock.org

The Village of Flat Rock Tailgate Market Local and regional produce, fresh seafood, goat milk lotion, soap, cheeses, eggs, plants, flowers, herbs, wild & cultivated mushrooms, and other products. Location: Parking area behind The Wrinkled Egg in Flat Rock. Mid AprilOctober. Thursday 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm 828.697.7719

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Flat Rock Playhouse North Carolina’s State Theatre has been entertaining audiences for over 60 years and hosts nearly 100,000 patrons annually. Flat Rock Playhouse offers Broadwayquality entertainment at a fraction of Broadway prices.

The Playhouse presents matinee and evening performances from February through December. For more information and a complete lineup of shows and concerts visit www.flatrockplayhouse.org or call 828.693.0731

YouTheatre Education Center Year-round classes offered for area students ages pre-K through adult in acting, dance, musical theatre, visual arts, technical theatre and other specialty areas. 828.693.3517 www.ytrocks.com

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FLETCHER

Enjoy a Higher Standard... with Lower Rates!

Gateway To Cool Mountain Destinations Fletcher, NC ... Gateway to cool mountain destinations and exciting attractions. The Asheville Regional Airport is conveniently located just west of Fletcher, NC on exit 40 off Interstate 26. Hotels and many other accommodations as well as restaurants, shopping and the Western North Carolina Agricultural Center are also in the immediate area of the Airport.

“Both of Our Locations were Rated #1 Hotel in Their Respective Cities by TripAdvisor.com”

The Western North Carolina Agricultural Center - is the home of the North Carolina Mountain State Fair, numerous national equestrian events, dog agility competitions, regional livestock events, Cowboy Church on Sundays and large scale conferences and trade shows. A full calendar of events can be found on: www.wncagcenter.org.

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The real charm of Fletcher is found at the heart the town.

Located about ten minutes drive west of the Airport via US 25 and Hwy 280, its’ communities, parks, green ways, bike and walking trails bring the visitor to a calm place for picnics, walks, shopping, restaurants and entertainment such as the ever popular blue grass and country music performance hall, Feed and Seed. To find out about the vibrant town of Fletcher, NC visit, fletchernc.org • www.feedandseednc.com

UPCOMING FLETCHER EVENTS FOR 2013

Easter Egg Hunt - March 30 Half Marathon - April 20 Fletcher Flyer Bike Ride - June 2 Concert in the Park - June 8, July 13, August 11 & September 14 Movie in the Park - August 24 Halloween Carnival - October 26 Veterans Day Salute - November 3 Christmas Tree Lighting - December 7 Fletcher Christmas Parade - December 14

Don’t miss Fletcher’s Concerts in the Park Free concerts in Fletcher Community Park. Bring a chair and enjoy a variety of musical entertaiment.

Howard Gap Rd. • Fletcher, NC 28732 Phone : (828)687-0751 (Always call and confirm events.)

Admission Fee : Free

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Dupont State Recreational Forest Hooker Falls - an easy ¼ mile walk from Hooker Falls access area, drops about 12 feet into Cascade Lake.

Hooker Falls has become a popular swimming hole, so (no life guards are on duty, so swimming is at one’s own risk).

The self-guided tour starts at the Visitors Center, 201 South Main Street. From the Visitors Center turn right onto Main Street to the second stop light and turn right onto Caswell Street. When crossing Church Street the road becomes Kanuga Road; follow Kanuga Road, which becomes Crab Creek Road, approximately 12 miles to Dupont State Recreational Forest. Turn left on Dupont Road just before the Transylvania county line.

Follow Dupont/Staton Road for 4.1 miles, to the visitor center (opening July 2013) at High Falls access area. From the High Falls parking lot, hike 15 minutes to High Falls or the covered bridge, 30 minutes to Triple Falls or take a longer hike to Bridal Veil Falls 2.5 miles away. There are five other parking areas that provide closer access to other forest attractions, such as Hooker Falls, Wintergreen Falls, Cedar Rock, Fawn Lake, etc.

Dupont State Recreational Forest - The forest encompasses 10,600 acres in Henderson and Transylvania counties. It is situated in the Little River valley and includes waterfalls and 82 miles of roads and trails wandering through mountainous terrain. The forest is open year round for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. Fishing is allowed with a valid NC fishing license. Hunting is by special permit only, issued by a permit agent of the NC Wildlife Resources Commission. The North Carolina Forest Service manages the forest.

Triple Falls - has three distinct cascades, totaling about 120’ in vertical drop. Scenes from The Hunger Games and Last of the Mohicans were filmed here. Triple Falls is about a 30 minute walk from the High Falls parking area, and can also be reached from the Hooker Falls access area.

High Falls - is the tallest of the Little River falls cascading down 120 feet of solid granite. It s can be viewed from the High Fall t buil lter, she ic picn Trail or from a on the site of the old Buck Forest Hunt Club lodge, High Falls is about a 15 minute walk from the High Falls access area. Follow the signs form the Visitor Center.

When leaving Dupont State Recreational Forest turn right onto Staton Road, at the stop sign turn right onto Crab Creek Road, travel approximately 12 miles to Historic Downtown Hendersonville.

For information call 828-877-6527. High Falls parking lot, 1300 Staton Rd, Cedar Mountain, NC. GPS Coordinates: 35.18856,-82.632936 ncforestservice.gov/Contacts/dsf.htm

The Hunger Games Filming of Hunger Games Major Motion Picture

Bridal Veil - is ab out one mile upstream from High Fa lls on the Little River, and is probably the mo st unique. It drops eight feet off an overh anging ledge, then the water sheets down a long inclined plane of granite. Scen es from The Hunger Game and Last of the Mohicans were also filmed here. Brida l Veil Falls is a longer hike, 2.3 miles from the Fawn Lake access area or 2.5 mi les from High Falls access area. See the trail map or visit the web link below for de tails.

Many scenes from the movie, The Hunger Games, were shot in Dupont State Recreational Forest. The Hunger Games were filmed entirely in North Carolina. Set in the not-too-distant future in which North America has collapsed, weakened by drought, fire, famine, and war to be replaced

by Panem, a country divided into the Capitol and 12 districts. Each year two young representatives from each district are selected by lottery to participate in The Hunger Games. The games are part twisted entertainment, part government intimidation, with participants forced to fight to the death — with only one survivor.

The filming at Triple Falls in DuPont State Recreational Forest is the location of the lush forest, rivers and the trees shooting out fire during the games. DuPont State Recreational Forest is home to some of the most beautiful water-

falls in Western North Carolina, including Triple Falls, High Falls, Bridal Veil Falls and Hooker Falls. Fans of The Hunger Games will flock to Dupont State Recreational Forest to see to lush forest and spectacular waterfalls. The film was also shot in other nearby cities of Asheville, Shelby and Charlotte.

Experience the movie by touring the scenes from the movie, which was shot on the Western part in North Carolina. Take the Hunger Games four-day itinerary, which loops from Charlotte to Asheville and back, see film locations, choice star hangouts and sites that connect to elements of the Suzanne Collins novel.

The North Carolina Division of Forest Resources manages the forest. For additional information call 828-877-6527 High Falls parking lot, 1300 Staton Rd, Cedar Mountain, NC. GPS Coordinates: 35.18856,-82.632936 www.ncforestservice.gov

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Tours & Trails Apple Blossom / Apple Harvest Driving Tour Drive the rural countrysides mid April until May for a view of beautiful spring blossoms.

During the fall of the year from late August through early November sample delicious apple products from our orchards and many roadside stands.

828.697.2775 ext. 8. www.ncapples.com

Art & History - A Walk Through the Past– Historic Walking Tour -

picnic areas & fishing in season with NC fishing license.

828.890.3284 or 877.444.6777

Carl Sandburg Home - Home tours, out buildings, hiking trails, events, goat barn and a few friendly goats.

828-697-4178 • www.nps.gov/carl

DuPont State Recreational Forest - Beautiful waterflalls, hiking, biking and equestrian trails, picnic shelters.

Trail maps are available at Hendersonville Visitors Center and other locations. 828.877.6527 • www.dupontforest.com

Fall Color Trail Driving Tour – Drive the rural

Discover interesting facts about the history of Historic Downtown Hendersonville. Historic Downtown Hendersonville was entered in the National Register of Historic Places in 1989. The National Register recognizes individual properties, districts and neighborhoods that are deemed significant in American history, architecture, and culture. 828.697.3088 hendersonvillehpc.org

countryside mid October until late October for a view of beautiful fall leaves. The peak leaf season usually arrives around late October. Check the weekly leaf report during October for suggestions of where to find peak color.

The self-guided tour will take about two hours to complete www.historichendersonville.org

Bicycling Henderson County -There are 184 miles of

Nature trails, ball parks, soccer, children playgounds, tennis courts, picnic shelters and open areas. 828.697.4884 Hendersoncountync.org/recreation

bicycle routes crisscrossing the county, showcasing the area’s best curvy and hilly routes with some challenging climbs. The map can be downloaded at www.ncdot.gov/bikeped

Carolina Horse and Carriage Tours - pickup on the on corner of Allen St. & Main St., on Fridays & Saturdays May – December unless of inclement weather or other downtown events, call for dates & times, special events may be arranged year round, Hendersonville www.chcadventures.com

Dogwood Trail Walking/Driving Tour - The Dogwood Trail tour begins at the Visitors Information Center and meanders through 23 miles of beautiful spring blossoms, historic sites and lovely neighborhoods. The self-guided tour will take about two hours to complete. The best time of year to view dogwoods in bloom is mid April. For more info. call or visit our web site.800.828.4244 www.historichendersonville.org

Forest Heritage National Scenic Byway – is the first National Forest Scenic Byway in North Carolina.

Traversing the Pisgah National Forest, the 79 mile loop winds its way through areas of outstanding natural beauty rich in forest history. There are many recreational opportunities along the byway. Ranger District USDA - Forest Service.

828.877.3265. byways.org/explore/byways/77229

Historic Hendersonville Trolley Tour tour includes: the Historic Courthouse Museum, Curb Market, St., John in the Wilderness, Flat Rock Playhouse, Carl Sandburg Home, Historic Residential District, Historic 7th Avenue Depot & Piggy’s Ice Cream; Saturdays May – October, call for reservations, groups may be arranged year round, Hendersonville, NC 828-606-8606. www.thetrolleycompany.com

Town of Fletcher Community Park & Kate’s Park - Walking, biking, greenway trails, disc golf, arboretum gardens, youth and adult softball fields, children’s playground, picnic shelter, dog park. 828.687.0751 www.fletcherparks.org

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Mills River Recreation Area - Trails, camp grounds,

Henderson County Parks & Recreation -

Kellogg Center - Perry Rudnick Nature & Public Art Trail 828-890-2050 www.craftcreativitydesign.org

Hiking / Walking Trails Bullington Gardens - Nature trail & gardens 828.698.6104 www.bullingtoncenter.org

Historic Johnson Farm - Walking trail on the grounds 828.891.6585 www.historicjohnsonfarm.org

City of Hendersonville Parks - Walking/nature trails, softball fields, greenway trail, swimming pool. 828.697.3000 www.cityofhendersonville.org

Holmes Educational State Forest - “Talking Tree” Trail, Demonstration Trail and Crab Creek Trail. 828.692.0100. Add open mid-March to Mid-November www.ncesf.org/HESF

Village of Flat Rock Walking Trail - Trail meanders through a small woodsy area. 828.697.8100

Trails of the Green River Game Lands Hiking, biking, boating, kyaking, canoeing, fishing, hunting.

828.692.0385. blueridgeheritage.com/attractionsdestinations/green-river-gorge For the above outdoor recreational amenities please refer to pages 38 and 39 of this publication.

Go to historichendersonville.org/trails.htm for a complete listing, trail maps and links.

You will find publications of interest available at the Visitors Information Center.

Tour directions: historichendersonville.org/driving_tours.htm Handouts are available at the Visitors Information Center. Open seven days a week, 362 days a year.

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Regional Attractions Appalachian Trail - The

The Biltmore Estate

Appalachian National Scenic Trail is a public footpath across 2,155 miles of Appalachian Mountain ridges extending from Maine to Georgia.

The National Park Service is responsible for the Appalachian Trail Park Office. www. nps.gov/appa 304.535.6278

The NC Arboretum is a member of the University of North Carolina Arboretum NC system and located on 434 acres surrounded by 6,000 acres of research and demonstration forest of the Pisgah National Forest.

National Native Azalea Repository, public display Folk Art Center gardens, unique horticultural exhibits, greenhouse complex, hiking, education center, biking, and nature trails. Parking fee charged except on Tuesdays.

828.665.2492. www.ncarboretum.org

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The Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center milepost 384 (formerly known as the Blue Ridge Parkway Destination Center) is located between Asheville and Hendersonville, NC. It features a variety of exhibits which highlight the natural and cultural diversity, economic traditions, and recreational opportunities found in Western North Carolina and along the Blue Ridge Parkway. The Visitor Center also houses a 70-seat theater, presenting spectacular large screen high definition presentation of the Parkway experience. Restroom facilities are available, a retail shop offering books, apparel, CDs, DVDs, collectibles, souvenirs, and children’s items. Volunteers and Park Rangers are there to greet visitors and provide Ranger Programs and Parkway information. 828.298.5330

Biltmore Estate - America’s largest home with 250 rooms on an 8,000 acre estate offering acres of landscaped gardens & walking trails, woodlands, restaurants, shops and winery. Special events throughout the year. Christmas at the Biltmore with day tours and candlelight tours. 800.411.3812. www.biltmore.com

Brevard Music Center - Brevard Music Center presents a full range of concerts and operas with renowned artists. Open JuneAugust. The Center is located 18 miles west of Hendersonville.

888.384.8682 or 828.862.2100. www.brevardmusic.org Brevard-Land of the Waterfalls 250 waterfalls along with the Davidson River Area of Pisgah National Forest making this small mountain town an enjoyable area for outdoor enthusiasts. Located 18 miles west of Hendersonville. 800.648.4523. www.visitwaterfalls.com

Blue Ridge Parkway - Located 15 miles north of Hendersonville. Beginning at the Shenandoah National Park in Virginia to Great Smoky Mountains National Park in North Carolina.

The Parkway’s 469 toll free miles combine with awesome natural beauty, mountain forests, wildlife, wildflowers and magnificent views. There are numerous overlooks and parking areas to view some of America’s finest scenic vistas. Call the Park information line for road closing, the line is updated daily: 828.298.0398. It is highly recommended to call the information line often, both before and during your visit. 800.228.7275. www.blueridgeparkway.org

Folk Art Center - Blue Ridge Parkway - at milepost 382 Home of the Southern Highland Craft Guild, the Folk Art Center was opened in 1980 as a cooperative effort between the Guild, the National Park Service and the Appalachian Regional Commission. The Folk Art Center is the most popular attraction on the Blue Ridge Parkway, welcoming 250,000 visitors each year. March through December, visitors can observe craftspeople in daily craft demonstrations as well as a series of educational events held year round. 828.298.7928. www.craftguild.org

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Regional Attractions Cradle of Forestry Spanning over 100 years of forest conservation history, the Cradle of Forestry offers Cradle of Forestry a snap shot of life at America’s first school of Forestry. Take a walk along the Forest Festival Trail complete with a restored 1915 logging locomotive, or take a ride with firefighters aboard a helicopter on their way to a roaring fire in the Forest at the Discovery Center Exhibit Hall. 828.877.3130. www.cradleofforestry.com

Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park Just 18 miles from Hendersonville, the park boasts 75 - mile views, nature trails to a 404 - foot waterfall, rare plant life, unique rock formations and a nature center.

These are all easily accessible by a 26 Chimney Rock story elevator located inside the mountain.

The park was one of the film locations for the movie “The Last of the Mohicans.” 828.625.9611 or 800.277.9611. www.chimneyrockpark.com

Cherokee Indian Reservation -

Gem Mining Chimney Rock Gemstone Mine - Chimney Rock, NC 828.625.5524 • www.chimneyrockgemmine.com Elijah Mountain Gem Mine - Covered flumes for rain or shine fun. Picnic area and antique/gift shop.

Hwy. 64 West Hendersonville, 828.692.6560 www.elijahmountain.com Broad River Gems & Mining Co. - On site mining, gold and mineral buckets, and new fossil dig.

Rutherfordton. 828.286.1220 www.broadrivergemsandmining.com Old Pressley Sapphire Mine - Birthplace of the world’s largest Blue Star Sapphires: “The Star of the Carolinas” 1,445 carats and “The Southern Star” 1,035 carats. Canton, NC. off I-40 West 828.648.6320 www.oldpressleymine.com Thermal City Gold Mine - 5240 US 221 N Hwy. Union Mills, NC 28167 828.286.3016 Open March 15 November 15, www.huntforgold.com

Cherokee

Witness the history of the Cherokee, “Unto These Hills,” at the outdoor drama, visit the Museum of the Cherokee Indian and the Oconaluftee Indian Village. Authentic Native American crafts, events, and Pow-Wows at the Cherokee Ceremonial Grounds. 800.438.1601. www.visitcherokeenc.com

Harrah’s Cherokee Casino - Open 24 hours - 7 days a week. 828.497.7777

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Craft Heritage Trails of WNC & Farm, Garden and Countryside Trails of WNC - 145-page guidebooks featuring driving tours with over 450 stops including craft shops, studios, galleries, historic inns and restaurants, farms, garden centers, and scenic trails. For more information on these publications call 828.252.0121 or visit www.handmadeinamerica.org

Great Smoky Mountains National Park This national park, the most popular in the nation, is situated along the North Carolina and Tennessee border. There are 700 miles of rivers & streams, 800 miles of trails, and 200,000 acres of forest. A mix of forest wildlife and outdoor museum of pioneer life. Visitors Center Mon-Fri., 8am - 4:30 pm. www.nps.gov/grsm 865.436.1200

Grandfather Mountain - For an encounter with nature on a whole different level - visit the Mile High Swinging Bridge, wildlife environmental habitats, interpretive nature museum, hiking trails and picnic areas. Open all year.

800.468.7325. www.grandfather.com

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Lake Lure Tours, Marina and Beach - Hourly tours, dinner cruises, private charters, paddleboats, canoe, pontoon and electric boat rentals. 877.386.4255. www.lakelure.com/tours

Mount Mitchell State Park - Highest point East of the Mississippi at 6,684 feet offering breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Museum, restaurant, hiking & bridle trails, observation tower, picnic area, primitive camping, visitor center. Northeast of Asheville pass Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 360 on Hwy. 128. 828.675.4611. www.ncsparks.gov

Pearson’s Falls - A 250-acre nature preserve.

Hiking, picnic areas, bird watching, wildflowers, rushing river and a 90 ft. waterfall. Closed Mondays year round.

Closed Mondays and Tuesdays Nov.1 thru March. Hours: 10 am - 5:15 pm. Fee charged. 828.749.3031 www.pearsonsfalls.com

The Pisgah National Forest - 501,691 acres stretch across the eastern edge of Western North Carolina’s mountains. The Forest offers hiking trails, fishing, camping, picnic sites, and spectacular waterfalls. Some of Pisgah National Forest’s attractions include Looking Glass Falls, Sliding Rock, Pisgah Forest State Fish Hatchery, Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education, The Cradle of Forestry and the North Mills River Recreational Area and Campgrounds.Visitors Center 828.877.3265. www.fs.usda.gov/nfsnc.

DOWNLOAD HERE! Sliding Rock - A Natural Water Slide - A 60-foot natural water slide down a slick slab of granite into one of the best known swimming holes in the mountains. Fee Charged for parking. 828.877.3265 www.fs.usda.gov/nfsnc

Thomas Wolfe Memorial - Known as Dixieland in his book “Look Homeward, Angel,” the Old Kentucky Home boarding house located in Asheville is the boyhood home of America’s powerful 20th century writer, Thomas Wolfe.

The Visitors Center features exhibits and an audio-visual program of Wolfe’s life as well as a replication of his New York apartment complete with a display of his clothes and furnishings. 52 North Market St., Asheville. 828.253.8304 www.wolfememorial.com

The Western North Carolina Agricultural Center - The Center is a national model for a well designed multi-purpose agricultural facility. Events at the large arena include equestrian shows, dog agility trials, antique engine and tractor shows, the Honda Gold Wing Rally, home and garden shows, RV and boat shows and the fall NC Mountain State Fair. 828.687.1414 • www.wncagcenter.org

Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education - located in Pisgah National Forest, is dedicated to exploring the wonders of North Carolina’s wildlife. The Center’s attractions include: aquariums, hands-on exhibits, garden display, special programs, viewing and feeding of the hatchery trout. For additional information call 828.877.4423. www.ncwildlife.org

WNC Farmers Market - This state owned facility offers shopping at a 36-acre facility. Vendors offer farm fresh produce, canned goods, honey and handcrafted items. Retail buildings Hours: 7 days a week. 8 am-6 pm April-Oct; 8 am-5 pm, NovMar. Wholesale section: Open 24 hours / 7 days a week. Located at 570 Brevard Road, Asheville.

828.253.1691. www.wncfarmersmarket.org

WNC Nature Center -

Bears Galore at WNC Nature Center

The center offers environmental education with 42 acres of wildlife native to the Southern Appalachian region. Lots of fun for the entire family. Fee Charged - 75 Gashes Creek Road off US Hwy. 81 828.298.5600 www.wncnaturecenter.org

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Hampton Inn & Suites - Airport 18 Rockwood Rd Fletcher 28732 Highland Lake Inn 86 Lily Pad Lane Flat Rock 28731 Holiday Inn Express 111 Commercial Blvd Flat Rock 28731 Knights Inn - Airport 183 Underwood Rd Fletcher 28732 Mountain Inn & Suites 755 Upward Road Flat Rock 28731 Mountain Inn & Suites - Airport 447 Naples Road Hendersonville 28792 Mountain Lodge & Conference Center 42 McMurray Road Flat Rock 28731 Quality Inn & Suites 201 Sugarloaf Rd Hendersonville 28792 Ramada 150 Sugarloaf Rd Hendersonville 28792 Red Roof Inn 240 Mitchelle Dr Hendersonville 28792 A Tranquil Blue Ridge Mountain Retreat 741 Flynn Branch Rd Fletcher 28732 Abbey Ridge Retreat 71 Abbey Lane Hendersonville 28739 Allen D. Charles' Log Cabin 63 Setting Sunset Lane Saluda 28773 Apple Blossom Log Cabin 32 E Dream St Hendersonville 28792 Apple Cottage 3999 Laurel Park Hwy Hendersonville 28739 Apple Hill Hideway 1400 Old Mill Rd Hendersonville 28792 Art Colony Cabins 542 Huckleberry Mountain Rd Hendersonville 28792 Barkwells The Dog Lovers’ Vacation Retreat 290 Lance Rd Mills River 28759 Barn on Hungry River 2278 Deep Gap Rd Flat Rock 28731 Bat Cave River Cottages 42 Lake Lure Hwy Bat Cave 28710 Beehive Cottages 65 Sylvania Dr Hendersonville 28792 Branch 'n Berry 38 Branch 'n Berry Trail Mills River 28759

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GPS Coordinates: 35.24213, -82.56399 888-868-1779

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Bungalow Vacation Rentals 415 Wall St Hendersonville 28792 Cabin Fever 7337 Spartanburg Hwy Saluda 28773 Cardinal Cottage 235 North Hills Dr Hendersonville 28791 Carolina Cottage Guest House 400 Big Raven Lane Saluda 28773 Carolina Cottages 116 N Main St Hendersonville 28739 Carolina Moon Cabins 274 James Way Hendersonville 28792 Carolina Mornings, Inc 44 Merrimon Ave, Suite Two Asheville 28801 Chimney Rock Cottage 371 Gerton Hwy Bat Cave 28710 Classic Carolina Cabins PO Box 439 Edneyville 28727 Clear Creek Cabins Wyatt Lane Hendersonville 28792 Connections for Vacation Rentals 1095 Hendersonville Rd Asheville 28813 Crab Creek Bed & Bale 1519 Crab Creek Rd Hendersonville 28739 Cranmore Cottages 220 Millard J. Drive Hendersonville 28739 Dogwood 476 Owensby Rd Hendersonville 28792 Dowling Cabins P.O. Box 238 Bat Cave 28710 Extreme Mountain Cabins 158 Turkey Knob Hendersonville 28792 Gardener's Cottage at Beckon Ridge Stonebridge Dr Flat Rock 28731 Green Mountain Lodge 2301 Terry's Gap Rd Hendersonville 28792 Grist Mill River Cottage 67 Gerton Hwy Bat Cave 28710 Guest House on Little Mountain 427 Eade Rd Etowah 28729 Havens Halo Retreat 312 Jack St Hendersonville 28792 Hendersonville Cottage 326 N Whitted St Hendersonville 28739

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Hidden Treasures Cabins PO Box 313 Edneyville 28727 Highland Lake Properties, LLC PO Box 1348 Flat Rock 28731 Horse Shoe Cottage PO Box 1108 Horse Shoe 28742 Joy Vacation Homes PO Box 2052 Hendersonville 28793 Lakemont Cottages 101 Lakemont Dr Flat Rock 28731 Laurel Cottage 1867 Hebron Rd Hendersonville 28739 Lazy Lake Cabins 2322 Sugarloaf Rd Hendersonville 28792 Linger Lake Lodge 369 Schumont Rd. Black Mountain 28711 Long Mountain Enterprises 1968 Bob's Creek Rd Zirconia 28790 Mapleton Cottage 302 N Mapleton Dr E Flat Rock 28726 Misty Oak Farm 150 Forest Acres Dr Mills River 28759 Mother's Cottage 120 Smyre Rd Zirconia 28790 Mountain Lake Inn 801 N Lakeside Dr Hendersonville 28739 Mountain Ridge Cottage 559 Turkey Creek Dr Hendersonville 28739 Peaceful Easy Feeling Cabin 174 Big Raven Lane Saluda 28773 Pisgah View 119 Preswick Dr Hendersonville 28791 Red Gates Cottages & RV Park 314 Red Gates Lane Hendersonville 28792 Riverside Cottages 64 Rocky Broad River Rd Bat Cave 28710 River View Cabins 42 Rocky River Lane Bat Cave 28710 Rutledge Lake RV Park & Cabins 170 Rutledge Rd Fletcher 28732 Saluda Falls P.O. Box 488 Lake Lure 28746 Saluda Mountain House 795 Heatherly Heights Rd Saluda 28773 The Cabin Ridge Shadow Run Road Hendersonville 28792

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828-692-6379

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www.timberlake.ws GPS Coordinates: 35.32942, -82.47936 828-697-6692

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P.O. Box 38, Tuxedo, NC 28784 800-688-5789, (828) 692-6355 Ages 6-17 • Nancy Bell, Director www.greencove.com

Summer camps have given campers experiences and memories lasting a lifetime.

Often visitors who attended summer camps here return to relive the highlights of past summer camp adventures. Many times they are bringing their children to attend the Camp Ton-A-Wandah same camp that they enjoyed. The camp experience in the beautiful, pristine mountains 300 W. Ton-A-Wandah Rd., of Western North Carolina offers the beginnings of lifelong learning.

Hendersonville, NC 28739 800-322-0178, (828) 692-4251 Camp Judaea Green River Preserve BOYS & GIRLS Ages 6-15 SUMMER CAMPS 48 Camp Judaea Dr., 301 Green River Rd., William B. Haynes, Director Hendersonville, NC 28792

Cedar Mountain, NC 28718 www.camptonawandah.com Blue Star Camps (828) 685-8841 / 800-788-1567 (828) 698-8828 • Grades - 2nd-9th Blue Star Way, Camp Greystone Boys & Girls - Ages 7-15 & 9th - 12th.

Hendersonville, NC 28739 Tom Rosenberg, Director Missy & Sandy Schenck, Directors 21 Camp Greystone Lane, Zirco(828) 692-3591 nia, NC 28790 www.campjudaea.org www.greenriverpreserve.org Ages 6-17 (828) 693-3182 Rodger Popkin, Camp Wayfarer Ages 6-17 Camp Highlander Jason Popkin, Red Bird Song Rd., M/M James F. Miller, IV 42 Dalton Rd., Lauren Popkin, Directors Flat Rock, NC 28731 www.campgreystone.com Mills River, NC 28759 www.bluestarcamps.com (828) 696-9000 • Fax: (828) 696-2900 (828) 891-7721 Ages 5-16 SPECIAL CAMPS Co-ed Ages - 6-16 Camp Bonclarken Jim Bob & Nancy Wilson, Directors Jonathan Birght, Director Camp Joy 500 Pine Dr, www.campwayfarer.com www.camphighlander.com Bonclarken Conference Center Flat Rock, NC 28731 500 Pine Dr., Flat Rock, NC 28731 (828) 692-2223 Camp Pinewood BOYS SUMMER CAMPS (828) 692-2223 Grades 2-8 300 Orr’s Camp Rd., Mentally & Physically Handicapped Trip McGill, Director Hendersonville, NC 28792 Camp Arrowhead for Boys Ann Brice, Director www.bonclarken.org (828) 692-6239 Cabin Creek Rd. www.bonclarken.org Ages 7-16 Tuxedo, NC 28784 Camp Courtney Ron & Jack Levine, Directors (828) 692-1123 RELIGIOUS CAMPS www.camppinewood.net Ages 6-16 1344 N. Allen Rd., Rick Sandman, Director Hendersonville, NC 28792 Screamin’ Eagle Outfitters Camp Pinnacle www.camparrowhead.org (828) 290-9089 340 Frankie Lane 1 Wolfe Lake Drive, Families Flat Rock, NC 28731 Falling Creek Hendersonville Conrad & Eleza Miller, (828) 698-3686 (855) 378-1928 • (828) 692-2677 816 Falling Creek Rd., Managers Coed Ages: 12-18 Tuxedo, NC 28784 Ages 8-14 • Ben Lea, Director www.campcourtney.org Kenny Adcock, Director (828) 692-0262 www.CampPinnacle.com screamineagleoutfitters.com Grades: 1-10 Camp Kanuga for Boys & Girls Camp Tekoa Yates & Marisa Pharr, Directors DAY CAMPS Kanuga Lake Rd, 24 Thomas Rd., www.fallingcreek.com Hendersonville, NC 28739 Team ECCO, Inc. Hendersonville, NC 28793 (828) 692-9136 Camp Mondamin Center of Ocean Awareness (828) 692-6516 Ages 7-15 413 Mondamin Rd., 511 Main St., Owned by WNC ConferDavid Schnitzer, Director Tuxedo, NC 28784 Hendersonville, NC 28792 ence United Methodist Church www.kanuga.org/camps/index.asp 800-688-5789, (828) 693-7446 (828) 692 8386 Kindergarten-H.S. Seniors; Fax: (828) 696-8895 Ages: 6-15 Director: B. J. Ramer Adults James Johnson, Director Ages 6-17 • Frank Bell, Director www.team-ecco.com www.camptekoa.org www.mondamin.com

YMCA Summer Day Camp

GIRLS SUMMER CAMPS

Camp Glen Arden

1261 Cabin Creek Rd., Tuxedo, NC 28784 (828) 692-8362 Ages 6-17 • Casey Thurman, Director www.campglenarden.com

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810 Sixth Ave. West, Hendersonville, NC 28739 (828) 210.2273 Ages: 6-12 yrs Campsite: Stoney Mountain Recreation Director: Jim Spearin www.ymcahendersoncounty.org

Between Jane Asher and Hannah Flannagan’s on Main St. Open 7 days for lunch and dinner.

• Full bar • lounge • outdoor seating

www.facebook.com/limeleafthaifusion • Estate & Designer Jewelry • Home Accessories • Gifts • Silk Flower Arrangements

mehri & co.

10am-5pm: Mon-Fri 1-5pm Sunday Closed Saturday

501 N. Main Street Downtown Hendersonville

828-693-0887

3 Mountain Cabins Rustic Chapel Small Retreats & Gatherings 9 acres conveniently located in the Mills River Area between Asheville, Brevard and Hendersonville!

828-890-8997 www.branchnberry.com

Email: branchnberry@mindspring.com

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Harvest Time!

HENDERSON COUNTY

Tailgate & Curb Market Trail FLAT ROCK TAILGATE MARKET

HENDERSONVILLE CURB MARKET

HENDERSON COUNTY TAILGATE MARKET

MILLS RIVER FARM MARKET

Fresh local & regionally grown produce, herbs, flowers, annuals, perennial & native plantings. Also, mushrooms, baked goods, cheeses & meats.

2720 Greenville Hwy Flat Rock, NC 828-698-8775 April 22nd - October 28th: Thursdays, 3-6pm

Fresh 3 days a week including plants, local fruits and vegetables, cut & dried flowers, baked breads, cakes, candy, soap & folk crafts.

221 Church St, Hendersonville, NC 828-692-8012 April-December: Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday 8am - 2pm January-March: Saturday Only 8am - 2pm

Local tailgate market with a variety Local, organic & conventional produce, of local fresh produce, cheeses, eggs, bedding, plants, flowers, baked goods, meat and more! Value added products also available. organic beef, eggs, and much more.

100 N. King Street, Hendersonville, NC 5046 Bolylston Hwy., Mills River, NC 828-691-7701 828-693-7265 mid April - mid October mid April - mid November: Saturday, 8am - 12 noon Saturdays, 7am - 12 noon

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Largest Apple Producer in NC

HENDERSON COUNTY APPLE FARMS

28 Fantastic Farms to Visit

AUGUST

HONEYCRISP

• early, sweet and tart • fresh or sauce

GALA

• early, very sweet • eat fresh • sized for kids

JONAGOLD

SEPTEMBER

Family Fun for Everyone!

Our harvest season begins mid to late August and continues into late October.

Farm Stands Choose your favorite •varieties Pick Your Own • from one of Hayrides • Tours our many easy-to-find • Baked Goods • locations.

For more information, visit our website: Pumpkins • Cider www.ncapples.com

MILLS RIVER

• mid-season, tangy sweet • fresh eating, pies

MUTSU AND CRISPIN

• tart/sweet, crisp, firm • fresh eating, pies

FUJI

• mid-season, very sweet, grape-like flavor • fresh, salads, baking

For picking season call 828-697-2775 ext. 8 SEE OUR MAP ON BACK

OCTOBER

ROME

• late, mild • great for baking, stores well

Visit these farms in Henderson County August through Fall

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CAMEO

• late, very crisp, sweet/tart • great for salads and fruit trays

PINK LADY

• late, sweet/tart • eat fresh or stores well

Apple Blossom Tour in April

Apple Festival Labor Day Weekend

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Point Lookout Farms 828-685-8430 Windy Ridge Farms LLC 828-712-1919 Sky Top U-Pick/We-Pick Apples 828-692-7930 Moss Farms WNC Farmer’s Market Stall 1-4 828-606-3245 Grandad’s Apples ‘n’ Such 828-685-1685 Ottanola Farms Lively Orchards 828-691-9889 Lyda Farms LLC 828-685-3459 Stepp’s Hillcrest Orchard 828-685-9083 Odell Barnwell & Sons, LLC 828-685-7300 or 828-685-7575 Apple Mill 828-749-9136 Billy Laughter Orchards 828-685-3241 Jimmy Nix and Sons Apple House 828-685-7222 Coston Farms LLC 828-685-8352 The Apple House Owenby Orchards 828-685-9917 Freeman Orchards 828-685-3311 or 828-674-9733 Piney Mountain Orchards Produce 828-692-4800 Mountain Fresh Orchard 828-685-7606 Creasman Farms LLC 828-685-7728 Wilkie’s Orchard 828-685-8438 McConnell Farms Inc. 828-692-2819 Justus Orchards 828-685-8033 Piggy’s Ice Cream/Harry’s Grill 828-692-1995 GT-Little Farmers Market 828-654-0088 Apple Haven Orchard WNC Farmer’s Market Stall 15&16 828-254-1627 Owenby’s Fruit Stand 828-691-4397 Henderson Farms 828-698-7416 Newman Farms 828-674-2330

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MILLS RIVER NORTH MILLS RIVER RECREATION AREA

North Mills River Campground Located just outside of Asheville, NC in the Pisgah National Forest. North Mills River is a rustic with Mills River running through the campground. Nearby to the WNC Arboretum and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Campground requires 2 vehicle and 2 tent maximum. *Quiet hours from 10PM to 7AM *Modern Restrooms, no showers *First come / First Serve sites available Golden Age / Golden Access accepted, but cardholder MUST be present.

Campground Open: Year round with limited services from November - March. Sites are available for Reservation from April 15 - October 31 through NRRS. Campground Phone Number: 828-890-3284

At a Glance About Mills River Area The Town of Mills River - Mills River was named for the river that flows through the community and has been inhabited since the 1700’s, making it the oldest community in Henderson County. The first person to own land here received a deed from the state in 1787. Many families of early settlers still live in Mills River. The town was once known as the “fertile crescent” because of its agricultural community and was once considered the seat of public education in the county.

Mills River has a variety of topography offering some of the greatest biking and hiking trails in the state. There’s excellent fishing at North Mills River Recreation Area - the Henderson County entry to Pisgah National Forest. RV and tent camping areas are available as well as primitive camping throughout the Pisgah Forest. The river runs right through the park making tubing one of the most popular activities for kids. There are large expanses of green space for a pick-up game of football or tag and picnic tables are available for individuals or groups. There are beautiful woodsy areas in which to stroll, walk or run or just kick back for a nap after lunch.

Lodging establishments in the area range from bed and breakfast, cabins and cottages and pet friendly environments.

Amenities such as shopping, specialty shops & restaurants are conveniently located within a short drive. The Asheville Regional Airport and access to Interstates I-26 and I-40 are nearby the Mills River Area. .

North Mills River Recreation Area/Pisgah National Forest - Highways 191 & 280 • 877.444.6777 Town of Mills River - 828.890.2901. www.millsriver.org

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Fees

Camping cost is $13/site. $3 extra for river side sites. 32 sites available.

Open Season

Early April - Late October

Restrictions

Reservations must be made 4 days in advance, 2 night minimum stay on weekends and 3 night minimum stay on Holiday weekends. Must occupy site within first 24 hours or forfeit. Fires only in fire rings provided. Pets must remain on leash.

Additional vehicles beyond two vehicles maximum will be subject to a $3 fee. Limited services from November to March

“Old Home Place Music Barn” Country music performed Friday & Saturday Nights 7pm to 10:30 pm Dancing & Listening Enjoyment in a Smoke & Alcohol free environment!

1440 North Mills River Rd. Mills River, NC

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Family Friendly Place

A fun and friendly place

FUN!

FOOD!

2013 NORTH CAROLINA

“Harvest of Fun”

Historic Downtown Labor Day Weekend

August 30 - September 2, 2013

828-697-4557

www.ncapplefestival.org

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Activities for All Ages N.C. STATE FORESTS Holmes Educational State Forest - talking Tree Trail, hiking, picnic area, programs for school & children’s groups, helicopter, & displays; open mid-Mar thru Nov., Tuesday- Sunday, 1299 Crab Creek Road, Hendersonville, NC 828-692-0100. www.ncesf.org DuPont State Recreational Forest - The forest encompasses 10,600 acres in Henderson and Transylvania counties. It is situated in the Little River valley and includes waterfalls and 82 miles of roads and trails wandering through mountainous terrain. The forest is open year round for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. Fishing is allowed with a valid NC fishing license. Hunting is by special permit only, issued by a permit agent of the NC Wildlife Resources Commission.

The North Carolina Forest Service manages the forest. For information call 828-877-6527. 1300 Staton Rd, Cedar Mountain, NC. GPS Coordinates: 35.18856,-82.632936 ncforestservice.gov/Contacts/dsf.htm

NATIONAL FOREST Pisgah National Forest - encompasses 501,691 acres stretching across Western North Carolina, with hiking trails, fishing, camping, picnic sites, and waterfalls; attractions include: Looking Glass Falls, Sliding Rock, Pisgah Forest State Fish Hatchery, Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education, The Cradle of Forestry and the North Mills River Recreational Area; North Mills River Recreational Area is located in Henderson County 13 miles from Downtown Hendersonville, offering picnic sites, campsites, river fishing & tubing, Mills River, NC 828-877-3265 http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/ nfsnc/recarea/?recid=48114

RECREATIONAL AREAS North Mills River Recreational Area of the Pisgah National Forest – river tubing (bring your own tube), picnic areas, camping, fishing, hiking, bicycle & horse riding trails; 5289 N. Mills River Rd, Mills River, NC 828-8773265 1-877-444-6777 (Toll Free). www.recreation.gov Lake Lure Tours & Beach Water Works - guided boat tours, sandy beach, water activities at the Beach Water Works; 2930 Memorial Hwy, Lake Lure, NC 877-386-4255 www.townoflakelure.com Lake Julian Recreational Area – boat rentals, picnicking, playground area, fishing; off of Long Shoals Rd, Skyland, NC 828-684-0376 www.buncombecounty.org Lake Powhatan Recreation Area in Pisgah National Forest - swimming, hiking, fishing, camping; 375 Wesley Branch Rd., Asheville, NC 828-670-5627 or 877-444-6777

MUSEUMS Antique Toy Museum - houses decades of vintage toys, open Sat. & Sun. 1pm-4pm, Free admission. 154 White Street, Hendersonville, NC 828694-1480 or 828-702-1922. www.hendersonvilleantiquetoymuseum.com Colburn Earth Science Museum - offers exhibits, educational programs, specimens of mineral crystals and gemstones from North Carolina and around the world; 2 S. Pack Sq., Asheville, NC 828-254-7162 www.colburnmuseum.org

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Hands On! - A Child’s Gallery – provides educational exhibits that stimulate the imagination and motivate learning in a fun, safe, “Hands On!” environment where kids can be kids. Adults need to accompany children, Tuesday - Saturday 10am- 5pm, 318 N. Main St. Hendersonville, 828-697-8333. www.handsonwnc.org Henderson County Heritage Museum - brings history alive as the story of Henderson County is told. The Museum is housed in the Historic Henderson County Courthouse on Main Street. It offers public displays, artifacts, lectures, collections, archives, libraries, demonstrations, and other similar exhibitions relating to the history, culture, heritage and story of the founding settlement and development of Henderson County. The hours are Wednesday - Saturday from 10am – 5pm and Sunday 1pm – 5pm. 828-694-1619 www.hendersoncountymuseum.com Henderson County Mineral & Lapidary Museum – displays of minerals, gemstones, displays, jewels cut by Gem & Mineral Society members; Geodes, Indian artifacts and fluorescents, open Monday-Friday 1pm-5pm, Saturday 10am-5pm, 400 N. Main St, Hendersonville, NC 828-698-1977 www.mineralmuseum.org Mountain Farm & Home Museum - antique farm equipment, antique steam engines, children’s toys, looms, threshers, and washing machines; hours of operation vary, call ahead for hours, admission is free, 828-697-8846, 101 Brookside Camp Rd, Hendersonville, NC www.mfhmuseum.homestead.com The Health Adventure - a health and science museum, with hands-on exhibits, Biltmore Square Mall - 800 Brevard Rd., Suite 620, Asheville, NC 828-665-2217 www.thehealthadventure.org Western North Carolina Air Museum - displays of restored airplanes, restored replica & antique airplanes; open April-October & November-March / Wednesday 12Noon-5pm, Saturday 10:00AM-5:0PM, Sunday 12Noon-5:00PM; 1340 Gilbert Street, Hendersonville, NC 828-698-2482 www.wncairmuseum.com Wheels Through Time Museum - collection of America’s vintage transportation from the past, Maggie Valley, NC 828-926-6266 www.wheelsthroughtime.com

CULTURAL ARTS Flat Rock Playhouse, State Theatre of North Carolina - quality entertainment rarely found so far from Broadway, open from earlyApril through mid-October, plus holiday productions, matinees & evening performances Wednesday through Sunday, 2661 Greenville Hwy, Flat Rock, NC 828-693-0731 or 866-732-8008 www.flatrockplayhouse.org Brevard Music Center - summer music festival and comprehensive music center, a full range of concerts and operas with renowned artists, located 18 miles west of Hendersonville, Brevard, NC 1-888-384-8682 or 828-862-2105 www.brevardmusic.org

LOCAL PARKS Jackson Park – 212 acres with 4 picnic shelters, 9 baseball fields, soccer fields, 8 tennis courts, playgrounds, bicycle trails, and many walking trails as well as a dog park; home to several species of birds, wildlife, and plants, 801 Glover St., Hendersonville, NC 828-697-4884. hendersoncountyrecreation.org

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So Many Things to do!

Patton Park –19 acres with 2 baseball fields, basketball courts, 4 racquetball courts (open Memorial Day-Labor Day), 2 tennis courts, a football field, two pavilions with picnic tables and grills, 2 gazebos, playground, a one-half mile lighted walking trail, an Olympics-sized swimming pool (pool open 7 days during summer season), bathrooms and a skate park; Patton Park and Skate Park open 7:00am-11:00pm daily, Asheville Hwy. Hendersonville, NC 828-697-3084. www.cityofhendersonville.org

Thermal City – Thermal City Gold Mine offers gold and gem mining. Open March 15 – November 15. 5240 US Highway 221 North, Union Mills NC 828-286-3016

Fletcher Community Park – nature trails, playground, picnic areas, soccer field, baseball fields, dog park, soccer fields, arboretum gardens, disc golf, and restrooms/concessions; 85 Howard Gap Rd., Fletcher, NC 828-687-0751 www.fletcherparks.org

Cedar Creek Stables, Lake Lure, 828-625-2811 www.cedarcreekstables.com

Kate’s Park – walking trail, playground, picnic shelter and tot lot; Library Rd., Fletcher, NC 828-687-0751 www.fletcherparks.org

MINIATURE GOLF CENTERS

HORSEBACK RIDING Biltmore Estate, reservations suggested, Asheville, NC 800-411-3812 www.biltmore.com

Sparkle Farms - 1166 Old Hwy 64, ages 3 & up, (Mon, Tues., 6:00PM-8:00PM, & Sat 10:00AM-12Noon), Etowah, NC 828-890-2110 Pisgah Forest Riding Stables, Pisgah Forest, NC 828-8838258 www.pisgahstables.com

Boyd Park –open Memorial Day - Labor Day, 7 days 3pm-9pm, Church Street, Hendersonville, NC 828-697-3084

Riverside Riding Stables, Lake Lure, NC 866-206-0235 or 828-288-1302 (open year round, weather permitted, call for reservations) www.riversideridingstables.com

Outdoor Family Fun Center - miniature Golf, batting cages, driving range, golf instruction, picnic area; Brookside Camp Rd., Hendersonville, NC 828-698-1234 www.outdoorfamilyfuncenter.com

Saddle-Up Trail Rides, Mills River, NC 828-768-9025 (open April 1-Nov 15 weather permitted, call for reservations) saddleuptrailrides.intuitwebsites.com

SKATING

ANNUAL EVENTS

Skater’s Choice - roller skating & roller blading, 1705 Spartanburg Hwy. Hendersonville, NC 828- 697-8754 Zero Gravity Skatepark, indoor skate park, 1800 Old Hendersonville Hwy. Brevard, NC 828-862-6700 www.zerogravityskatepark.com

Garden Jubilee, Main St, Memorial Day weekend, www.historichendersonville.org/garden_jubilee.htm North Carolina Apple Festival, Main St., Labor Day weekend, www.ncapplefestival.org Flat Rock Playhouse, mid-April thru late-December, www.flatrockplayhouse.org North Carolina Mountain State Fair, WNC Ag Center, first week of September, www.mountainfair.org Music On Main Street, summers, every Friday, Visitor Center, www.historichendersonville.org Street Dances, summers, every Monday, Visitor Center, www.historichendersonville.org Art On Main, first Saturday & Sunday in October, Main St., www.acofhc.org Farm City Day, Jackson Park, first Saturday in October

MOVIE THEATERS Epic Theatres - 12 screens & stadium seating, 200 Thompson St., Hendersonville, NC 828-693-1146 Flat Rock Cinema - 2700-D Singleton Centre, Flat Rock, NC 828-697-2463

BOWLING Tarheel Lanes Bowling Center - 3275 Asheville Hwy, Hendersonville, NC 828-692-5039 or 828-253-2695 www.tarheellanes.com

GEM MINING Broad River Gems and Mining Company- On site mining, located on the gold bearing Broad River. Rutherfordton, NC 828-286-1220 www.broadrivergems.com Elijah Mountain Gem Mine - covered flumes for rain or shine mining, discount family rates, picnic by the stream & antique shopping; located 2 ½ miles west of Downtown Hendersonville on Hwy. 64, 2120 Brevard Road, Hendersonville, NC 828-692.6560. www.elijahmountain.com Chimney Rock Gemstone Mine – Chimney Rock, NC 828-625-5524 www.chimneyrockgemmine.com

FISHING AREAS Crab Creek Catfish Farm, 441 Crabcreek Rd, Hendersonville.

828-692-0023.

Dupont State Recreational Forest, permit required, 1300 Staton Rd, Cedar Mountain, NC 828-877-6527 www.dupontforest.com Davidson River Recreational Area, permit required, Pisgah National Forest, Pisgah Forest, NC, 828-862-5960, 1-877-444-6777 www.recreation.gov French Broad River, Western North Carolina, www.riverlink.org/riverguide.pdf Continued on page 34

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Additional Activities Lake Julian, daily permit required, Skyland, NC 828-684-0376 www.buncombecounty.org

OTHER ACTIVITIES

Lake Lure, permit required, Town of Lake Lure, NC 828-625-9983 www.townoflakelure.com

Apple Orchards - many orchards offer u-pick apples, activities, hayrides, for groups & individuals late August through mid-November, Hendersonville, NC 828-697-4891 www.ncapples.com

North Mills River Recreational Area in Pisgah National Forest, permit required, Mills River, NC 877-444-6777, 828-890-3284 Cascade Lake, permit required, Pisgah Forest, NC 828-877-4475 www.recreation.gov

SWIMMING/WATERING HOLES Patton Park - public swimming pool, picnic areas, tennis, basketball (pool open 7 days during summer season) Hendersonville, NC 828-697-3084 www.cityofhendersonville.org YMCA - activities, day camp, indoor pool, tennis, basketball, gym, fitness studio, weight room, youth center. Hwy. 64 W., Hendersonville, NC 828-692-5774 www.hcfymca.net Lake Lure Tours & Beach Water Works - over 20 miles of shoreline, guided boat tours, a sandy beach, swimming, Water Works water park, boat rentals; Lake Lure, NC 877-625-2725 www.townoflakelure.com Sliding Rock, a gentle natural sloping 60 foot smooth rock water slide, plugging into a pool of water at the bottom, open during the summer season with a lifeguard on duty from Memorial Day to Mid August from 10 AM to 5:30 PM, no alcohol, Pisgah Forest, NC 828-877-3350 www. ncnatural.com

Let Out the Kid in You at Hands On! — A Child’s Gallery

We provide educational exhibits that stimulate the imagination and motivate learning

Open TUESDAY - SATURDAY 10:00 - 5:00

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DuPont State Recreational Forest - Hooker Falls on Little River has become a popular swimming hole, dropping off a 13-foot high natural ledge before flowing into Cascade Lake, Cedar Mountain, NC. www.dupontforest. com Splashville - interactive dancing water fountains located in Pack Square in Downtown Asheville for children to play in and cool off; Asheville, NC

Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site - offers a goat farm, hiking trails, picnic area, in summer months Rootabaga Stories and World of Carl Sandburg performed at the outdoor amphitheater; and house tours; open 9-5 daily except Christmas Day, 81 Carl Sandburg Lane, Flat Rock, NC 828-693-4178 www.nps.gov/carl Chimney Rock State Park - offers spectacular 75-mile views, hiking trails, a 404-foot waterfall, and special events, open 8:30am – 5:30pm (Daylight Saving Time) weekdays and weekends 8:30am – 4:30pm (Eastern Standard Time) weekdays and weekends. Chimney Rock, NC 828-625-9611 or toll-free 800-277-9611. www.chimneyrockpark.com Dark Green Motorsports - an electric motorcross track, there is no clutch, transmission, gears, or foot brake, the bikes run virtually silent; closed Mondays. Appointments are recommended, 234 Jeter Mt. Rd. Penrose, NC 828-966-9666. darkgreenmotorsports.com Henderson County Public Library - an extensive collection of books, children’s library, storytelling, programs, research/reference materials, computer classes & public computers; 301 North Washington St, Hendersonville, NC 828-697-4725. www.henderson.lib.nc.us Historic Johnson Farm - childrens’ programs & school group tours, walking trails, Barn Loft Museum, special events and programs year ‘round; Open September-May, Tuesday-Friday 8:00am-2:30pm; June-August, Monday-Thursday 8:00am-2:30pm; guided tours are offered at 10:30am & 1:30pm, Adults $5, Students (K-12) $3, Preschool free, 3346 Haywood Road, Hendersonville, NC. 828-891-6585 www.historicjohnsonfarm.org Model Railroad at the Historic Depot – Apple Valley Model Railroad Clubs’ replicated HO scale railroad of Hendersonville and surrounding area, the Depot includes historical artifacts, a Southern Railway caboose and a special children’s exhibit, admission is free, donations appreciated, open year round, Wednesdays 1:00pm-3:00pm & Saturdays 10:00am-2:00pm.Located on Maple Street off of 7th Avenue East, Hendersonville, NC 828-890-8246 www.avmrc.com Mountain Play Lodge - an indoor play and party center, offering large inflatables, soft play and playhouses complete with toys and costumes; for children up to the age of 12, 3389 Sweeten Creek Rd, Arden, NC 828-676-2120 • www.mountainplaylodge.com STJ’s Inflation Station - an inflatable bouncing playground, indoor party zone and private parties, 710 Tracy Grove Rd. #C3.

Flat Rock, NC 828-696-0674 stjs.net/stationhome.html Team ECCO Ocean Center and Aquarium - offers a public aquarium with 20+ displays showcasing eels, sting rays, sea horses, and bamboo sharks. Participate in creative ocean classes in the Ocean Learning Lab or as outreach. Go wild with the unique travel programs that take you to the sea! . Open Wednesday through Saturday 1-5 pm., closed on Sunday and Monday.

Admission is $3.00 p/p for ages 4- 80 yrs and Wednesday special price for the young at heart (ages 60 – 80 yrs) . Located at 511 North Main Street, 828-692-8386 www.teamecco.org

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So Many Things to do!

Western North Carolina Agricultural Center - equestrian shows, tractor pulls, antique car shows, dog shows, ten day Mountain State Fair held each September, a variety of events held through the year, Fletcher, NC 828-687-1414 www.agr.state.nc.us

Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 800 square miles of natural beauty, nature trails, hiking, picnicking, waterfalls, wildlife, flora & fauna, and all manner of outdoor activities, 865-436-1200 www.nps.gov/grsm

YMCA - organized activities, day camp, indoor pool, tennis, basketball, gym, fitness studio, weight room, youth center. Hwy. 64 W., Hendersonville, NC 828-692-5774 www.hcfymca.net

THEME PARKS Santa’s Land Family Theme Park & Zoo – family theme

Blue Ridge Corn Maze - six acres of cornfusion, open AugustOctober (weather permitting) call for hours of operation. 570 Everett Rd., Brevard, NC 828-226-0508 www.blueridgecornmaze.com

park with a Christmas theme, rides, zoo, entertainment, Santa, shops, food, & playgrounds; open spring thru late fall, Cherokee, NC 828-497-9191 www.santaslandnc.com

Asheville’s Fun Depot - a state-of-the-art arcade gallery, 18 hole indoor mini-golf, outdoor go-kart track, multi-level laser tag, soft play area, climbing wall and batting cages; 7 Roberts Rd., Asheville, NC 828-277-2FUN or 866-303-4FUN www.ashevillesfundepot.com

Tweetsie Railroad - a wild west theme park featuring a threemile ride on a historic steam railroad, live entertainment, rides, and a petting zoo, Blowing Rock, NC 800-526-5740 www.tweetsie.com

Biltmore Estate - largest private home in America containing 250 rooms, home, winery and grounds open daily for touring, walking trails, shopping & restaurants on the property; January-March 9am-4pm daily, April-December 8:30am-5pm daily, Asheville, NC 800-649-3831. www.biltmore.com

WHITEWATER RAFTING/ RIVER TUBING/CANOEING/KAYAKING

Blue Ridge Parkway – scenic byway, hiking, picnicking, scenic overlooks, historic areas, www.blueridgeparkway.org North Carolina Arboretum - nature trails, gardens, and programs; located off Hwy. 191 (adjoins Blue Ridge Parkway) Asheville, NC 828-665-2492 www.ncarboretum.org Western North Carolina Nature Center - 42 Acres of wildlife and native animals and interpretive programs, open 7 days a week, 10 am-5 pm. Asheville, NC 828-298-5600 www.wncnaturecenter.org Zebulon B. Vance Birthplace - Appalachian Mountain Home of North Carolina’s Civil War Governor (1862-1865) and United States Senator located in Weaverville, NC 828-645-6706 www.ah.dcr.state.nc.us/sections/hs/vance/vance.htm

REGIONAL ACTIVITIES Craggy Gardens - Craggy Gardens Visitor Center is located at mile marker 364.4 on the Blue Ridge Parkway offering information, exhibits, publications and self-guided trails, & picnic area; May-Oct. 828-298-0398 Cherokee Indian Reservation - Oconaluftee Indian Village, an authentic replica of an 18th century Cherokee community, The Museum of the Cherokee Indian, “Unto These Hills” Outdoor Drama of the Cherokee Indians, Cherokee, NC 800-438-1601 visitcherokeenc.com Great Smoky Mountain Railroad - mountain railroad excursions year ‘round, several routes and plans available, Bryson City, NC 800-872-4681 www.gsmr.com Mount Mitchell State Park - highest peak in Eastern U.S.A., observation tower, tent camping, trails, nature study, picnic area, natural history museum, restaurant; May-Oct. Mile marker 355.4 on the Blue Ridge Parkway 828-657-4611. www.ncparks.gov/Visit/parks

Southern Waterways - canoeing, tubing, kayaking, & rafting; 521 Amboy Rd., Asheville, NC 800-849-1970 or 828-232-1970 www.paddlewithus.com Headwaters Outfitters - canoeing, tubing, kayaking, & fishing; 25 Parkway Road, Rosman, NC, 828-877-3106 www.headwatersoutfitters.com Blue Heron Whitewater - kayaking, & rafting; 35 Little Pine Rd., Marshall, NC 888-H2O-RAFT www.blueheronwhitewater.com Huck Finn Rafting Adventures - whitewater rafting, tubing, & float trips; 158 Bridge St., Hot Springs, NC 800-303-7238 www.huckfinnrafting.com Paddle NC - 828-877-3106. www.paddlenorthcarolina.org White Water Rafting and Canoeing - a number of rafting and canoeing companies with guides are available in the area, age and weight limits vary, check individual outfitters, www.paddlenorthcarolina.org

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SNOW TUBING/SKIING Moonshine Mountain Snow Tubing - open on weekends from mid-December - early-March (weather permitting), call ahead for current conditions and updates, Willow Road, Hendersonville, NC 828-696-0333 or 800-849-7553. www.moonshinemountain.com Snow Skiing - two slopes located within an hour’s drive of Hendersonville, other slopes are located in the Northern Mountains. Please check availability and snow conditions in advance, general information 800-438-7500 or check sites: www.skireport.com,www.onthesnow.com or www.goskinc.com

ZIP LINES Asheville Zipline Canopy Adventures - tours run daily (weather permitting), reservations are required, Asheville, NC 866-319-8870 www.wildwaterrafting.com/ashevillezip.php

Boulderline Adventure Programs - located 20 miles from Chimney Rock State Park in Lake Lure, NC 828-625-4913 www.boulderline.com Canopy Ridge Farm - zipline tours, tubing and kayaking, located in Lake Lure, just minutes from Chimney Rock State Park, call for for rates and reservations, Lake Lure, NC 828-625-4500 www.canopyridgefarm.com Navitat Canopy Adventures- zip lines, sky bridges, and short hikes; 242 Poverty Branch Rd., Barnrdsville NC • 828-626-3700 • www.navitat.com

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Hwy. 280 & Fanning Bridge Rd.

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Berkley Park

Berkley Rd.

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Boyd Park (Miniature Golf)

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Asheville Hwy.

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828-693-4178

Friends of the Blue Ridge Parkway

800-228-7275 / 540-772-2992

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865-436-1200 / 865-436-1230

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800-277-9611 / 828-625-9611

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828-584-7728

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828-697-3084

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Town of Mills River

Town of Mills River Park

Town of Laurel Park

828-687-0751

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North Carolina State Parks

National Forests

Blue Ridge Pkwy / Mt. Pisgah Camping & Picnic Area

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Historic Buildings

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Explore the State and National Forests located in Henderson County.

DuPont State Forest - features scenic waterfalls, miles of roads and trails for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. Holmes Educational State Forest - offers wellmarked trails, picnic sites with tables and a picnic shelter. North Mills River Recreational Area, Pisgah National Forest - includes picnic sites, campsites, river fishing and tubing.

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Alykat Deli

635 Spartanburg Hwy, Hendersonville

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1809 Four Seasons Blvd, Hendersonville

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Baabal's Ice Cream & Coffee Shoppe

188 St. John Rd, Fletcher

828-676-6449

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Bad Wolf BBQ & Country Kitchen

6577 Brevard Rd, Etowah

828-891-9329

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Bay Breeze Seafood

1830 Asheville Hwy, Hendersonville

828-697-7106

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Beef O'Brady's

825 Spartanburg Hwy, Hendersonville

828-694-1110

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Bei Jing Chinese Restaurant

411 Kanuga Rd., Hendersonville

828-693-3710

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Binion's Roadhouse

1565 Four Seasons Blvd, Hendersonville

828-693-0492

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Black Bear Coffee

318 N. Main St , Hendersonville

828-692-6333

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Black Rose Public House

222 N Main St, Hendersonville

828-698-2622

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Blackberry Mountain Café

1908 Haywood Rd, Hendersonville

828-692-4100

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Blue Mountain Deli

715 S. Grove St, Hendersonville

828-693-0505

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Blue Ridge Pizza Company

6336 Brevard Rd, Etowah

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3987 Hendersonville Rd, Fletcher

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532 Kanuga Rd, Hendersonville

828-697-0503

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Bojangles'

1901 Four Seasons Blvd, Hendersonville

828-692-4514

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Burger King

1815 Four Seasons Blvd, Hendersonville

828-693-8891

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Cafe on the Veranda / A Day in the Country

130 Sugarloaf Rd, Hendersonville

828-692-0393

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Champa Sushi & Thai Cuisine

437 N Main St , Hendersonville

828-696-9800

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Chef Starr To Go

442 Kanuga St, Hendersonville

828-698-3690

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Chick-Fil-A

52 Highland Square Dr, Hendersonville

828-693-8080

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China Buffet

114 Henderson Crossing Plaza, Hendersonville

828-692-6881

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China Dynasty

3754 Brevard Rd, Horse Shoe

828-890-5535

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China Garden #2

1410 Asheville Hwy, Hendersonville

828-692-8087

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Ci Ci's Pizza

214 Thompson St, Hendersonville

828-697-4460

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655 Airport Rd, Fletcher

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1751 Brevard Rd, Hendersonville

828-694-1178

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Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

105 Commercial Blvd, Flat Rock

828-692-5560

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Cypress Cellar

321-C N Main St, Hendersonville

828-698-1005

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Crystal's BBQ & Grill

576 Upward Rd, Flat Rock

828-693-0645

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Cummings Cove Golf & Country Club

Cummings Road @ Golf Gate Dr, Hendersonville

828-891-9412

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Daddy D's Suber Soulfood

411 7th Ave E, Hendersonville

828-698-7408

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Dean's Deli

2770 Greenville Hwy, Flat Rock

828-692-5770

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Denny's

1550 Four Seasons Blvd, Hendersonville

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500 7th Ave E, Hendersonville

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1724 Brevard Rd, Hendersonville

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Domino's Pizza

825 Spartanburg Hwy, Hendersonville

828-696-4113

DQ Grill & Chill Restaurant

5445 Asheville Hwy, Suite 10, Hendersonville

Dutch Cupboard El Paso Mexican Restaurant

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110 Henderson Crossing, Hendersonville

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Firehouse Subs

825 Spartanburg Hwy, Ste 18, Hendersonville

828-697-8344

LD 7 days

Fireside Restaurant & Pancake Inn

295 Sugarloaf Rd, Hendersonville

828-697-1004

BL 7 days

Flat Rock Village Bakery

2710 Greenville Hwy, Flat Rock

828-693-1313

BL 7 days

Flat Rock Wood Room

1501 Greenville Hwy, Hendersonville

828-435-1391

LD Mon-Sun

Great American Dog

808 Greenville Hwy, Hendersonville

828-697-2266

LD Mon-Sat / L Sun

Golden Corral

2530 Chimney Rock Rd, Hendersonville

828-693-6445

B Fri, Sat & Sun / LD 7 days

Hannah Flanagan's Pub

300 N Main St, Hendersonville

828-696-1665

LD 7 days

Hardee's

1807 Four Seasons Blvd, Hendersonville

828-697-8881

BLD 7 days

Harry's Grill & Piggy's Ice Cream

102 Duncan Hill Rd, Hendersonville

828-692-1995

LD Mon-Sat

Haus Heidelburg German Restaurant

630 Greenville Hwy, Hendersonville

828-693-8227

LD 7 days

Honeybaked Ham Co

165 Four Seasons Mall, Hendersonville

828-698-8300

L Mon-Sat

Hot Dog World

226 Kanuga Rd, Hendersonville

828-697-0374

LD Mon-Sat

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Greenville Hwy, behind the Wrinkled Egg

828-694-3551

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Huddle House

5445 Asheville Hwy, Naples

828-684-1222

BLD - 7 days Open 24 Hours

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Inn on Church

201 3rd Ave. W, Hendersonville

828-696-2001

L Mon-Sat / D Thurs-Sat / Sun Brunch

Iannucci's Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant

1508 Asheville Hwy, Hendersonville

828-693-4300

LD 7 days

J & S Cafeteria

30 Airport Park Rd, Fletcher

828-684-3418

LD 7 days / B Sat & Sun

Jack in the Box

76 Highland Square Dr, Hendersonville

828-697-0390

LD 7 days

Janitzio Mexican Restaurant

636 Spartanburg Hwy, Hendersonville

828-692-2474

LD 7 days

Joey's New York Bagels

1500 Haywood Rd , Hendersonville

828-692-1220

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Jongo Java

117 S Main St, Hendersonville

828-696-9052

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KFC

1903 Four Seasons Blvd, Hendersonville

828-697-6288

LD 7 days

Kin's Kitchen Chinese Restaurant

2560 Chimney Rock Rd #C , Hendersonville

828-698-5585

LD 7 days

Kings Wok

1800 Four Seasons Blvd, Hendersonville

828-692-4437

LD 7 days

Kosta’s Kitchen

4055 Hendersonville Rd, Fletcher

828-684-0279

BLD Mon-Sat / BL Sun

Lime Leaf Thai Cuisine

342 N Main St , Hendersonville

828-692-3300

LD 7 days

Lon Sen Chinese Restaurant

230 Thompson St, Hendersonville

828-697-2498

LD 7 days

Long John Silver Seafood Shoppe

1614 Four Seasons Blvd, Hendersonville

828-693-3474

LD 7 days

McDonald's

1909 Four Seasons Blv.d, Hendersonville

828-697-6493

BLD 7 days

Main Street Cafe

1201 Asheville Hwy, Hendersonville

828-692-2202

LD 7 days

Mama Christina’s Cafe & Wine Shoppe

2700 Greenville Hwy, Flat Rock

1-866-593-7774

Coffee & Pastry Tues-Sat / D Tues-Sun

Mean Mr. Mustard's Cafe

133 4th Ave. E., Hendersonville

828-698-8584

BL 7 days

Melange Inn & Gardens

1230 5th Ave W, Hendersonville

828-697-5253

By Reservation Only

Mezzaluna

226 N. Main St., Hendersonville

828-697-6575

LD 7 days

Mike's Chuckwagon

Green River Rd, Tuxedo

828-698-2333

BLD Mon-Sat

Mike's On Main Street

303 N. Main St, Hendersonville

828-698-1616

BL 7 days

Mills River Restaurant

4467 Boylston Hwy., Hwy 280, Mills River.

828-891-4039

BLD 7 days

Moe's Orginal Bar B Que

114 N Main St Hendersonville

828- 595-9200

LD

Mona Lisa Italian Restaurant

785 N Church St, Hendersonville

828-696-7858

L Tues-Fri D Tues-Sun

Monte's Sub Shop

3400 Asheville Hwy, Hendersonville

828-693-3112

L Mon-Sat

Mother - Comfort Cuisine Bistro

123 5th Ave E, Hendersonville

Mountain Deli

343 N Main St, Hendersonville

L Tues-Sat/D Thurs-Sat/Sat Brunch 828-693-0093

L 7 days

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502 N Main St , Hendersonville

828-697-5350

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Mustang Cafe

140 Tracy Grove Rd, Hendersonville

828-693-8444

BL Mon-Fri / B Sat

Negozio's Italian Deli

2000 Spartanburg Hwy, Ste 100, Hendersonville

828-692-0380

LD Mon-Sat

Never Blue

119 S Main St, Hendersonville

828-693-4646

LD Tues - Sat

Nibs Coffee Cafe

605 Kanuga Rd, Hendersonville

828-693-8922

BL Mon-Sat

O'Charley's Restaurant

65 Highland Square Dr, Hendersonville

828-692-4224

LD 7 days

Orr's Family Restaurant

3228 Spartanburg Hwy, E. Flat Rock

828-693-8000

BL Mon-Sat

Outback Steakhouse

250 Mitchelle Dr, Hendersonville

828-692-1109

D 7 days

Pampered Palate

728 6th Ave W, Hendersonville

828-696-0828

BL Mon-Fri

Patty Cakes Restaurant & Bake Shop

1908 Haywood Rd, Hendersonville

828-692-4100

BL 7 days

Papa John's Pizza

150 First Ave E , Hendersonville

828-698-3535

LD 7 days

Papa's & Beer Mexican Restaurant

1821 Asheville Hwy, Hendersonville

828-692-9915

LD 7 days

Pita Express

1034-C Greenville Hwy, Hendersonville

828-696-9818

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1800 Four Seasons Blvd, Hendersonville

828-693-4188

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712 Upward Rd, Hendersonville

828-697-6465

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860 N. Main St, Hendersonville

828-693-1035

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805 Spartanburg Hwy, Hendersonville

828-692-8366

LD 7 days

Quiznos

1735 Brevard Hwy, Hendersonville

828-692-8333

LD 7 days

Ruby Tuesday

260 Underwood Rd, Fletcher

828-684-5201

LD 7 days

Seasons at Highland Lake Inn

86 Lilly Pad Lane, Flat Rock

828- 696-9094

BLD Mon- Sat / Sun Brunch

Sol Y Luna Cal-Mex Grill & Bar

1715 Brevard Rd, Hendersovnille

828-692-4888

LD 7 days

Sonic Drive-In

2547 Chimney Rock Rd, Hendersonville

828-698-6983

BLD 7 days

South Rock Grille

830 Greenville Hwy, Hendersonville

828-698-2490

LD Fri & Sat / D M-Thurs

Subway

1794 Asheville Hwy, Hendersonville

828-696-8553

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Taco Bell

1819 Four Seasons Blvd, Hendersonville

828-697-2029

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Tecate Mexican Grill

888 Spartanburg Hwy, Hendersonville

828-693-7110

LD 7 days

Thai Spice

220 S King St, Hendersonville

828-693-7323

LD Tues-Sun

The Dugout

430 N. Main St., Hendersovnille

828-692-9262

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4165 Brevard Rd, Horse Shoe

828-891-5024

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808 Greenville Hwy, Hendersonville

828-697-2266

LD Mon-Sat / L-Sun

The Homestaed

4165 Brevard Rd, Horse Shoe

828-891-5024

LD Tues-Sat / Sunday Brunch

The Living Room Coffeehouse & Cafe

536 N Main St, Hendersonville

828-692-6335

L-Sun-Tues / BLD Wed-Sat

The Square Root

86 Lilly Pad Lane, Flat Rock

828- 696-9094

L Mon-Sat / D 7 days / Sunday Brunch

Three Chopt Sandwich Shoppe

103 3rd Ave. E., Hendersonville

828-692-0228

L Mon-Sat

Tooley's Cafe

1729 Brevard Rd, Hendersonville

828-693-1373

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121 W Barnwell St, Hendersonville

828-693-6755

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1730 Asheville Hwy, Hendersonville

828-692-9882

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633 N Main St, Hendersonville

828-698-8048

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3754 Brevard Rd, Horse Shoe

828-890-5833

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100 Sugarloaf Rd, Hendersonville

828-697-1994

BLD - 7 days - Open 24 Hours

Wendy's

607 Spartanburg Hwy, Hendersonville

828-693-5935

LD 7 days

West First Wood-Fired Pizza

101 1st Ave. W., Hendersonville

828- 693-1080

LD Mon- Sat

Zaxby's

30 McMurray Rd, Flat Rock

828-697-7277

LD 7 days

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3400 Asheville Hwy, Hendersonville

Mrs. G and Me - An American Bistro

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Mountain Pie Company

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Quick Look at Hendersonville Festivals To view an up-to-date listing visit Festivals and Events take www.historichendersonville.org /event_highlights.htm place every month of the year!

N.C. Apple Festival Labor Day Weekend August 30 September 2, 2013

Downtown Hendersonville & Surrounding Area

Historic Hendersonville is the official home of the 67th Annual North Carolina Apple Festival, a four-day celebration in honor of the North Carolina Apple. The NC Apple Festival features a street fair on Historic Main Street including continuous live musical entertainment, arts & crafts, apple growers selling apple products, children’s & youth activities, special exhibits & open houses, food, and, to top it all off, on Labor Day, the King Apple Parade. Capture the spirit of a hometown celebration that has something for the whole family, with many individual events and entertainers throughout the festival. The festival is held annually, during the Labor Day weekend.

The Apple Festival’s Street Fair covers 9 blocks of Main Street with more than 150 vendors. Main Street is closed to traffic from 6th Avenue to Caswell Street. On Monday the Street Fair is scaled back to a mini-festival located between Second Avenue - Caswell Street. The highlight of Labor Day is King Apple Parade filled with floats, bands, clowns, antique cars, fire engines and more travelling down Main Street from 5 Points to Caswell Street.

HENDERSONVILLE MUSIC ON MAIN STREET

June 7 August 16, Every Friday Night 7:00-9:00PM

Audiences will once again be treated to one of Hendersonville’s favorite summertime events! Music On Main Street presents an outstanding concert every Friday evening from June 7 through August 16 at the Visitors Information Center, located at 201 South Main Street.

Music On Main Street showcases a diverse lineup of musical talents, from pop, oldies, rock, to contemporary music. Put on your dancing shoes and head to Music On Main Street for some good toe tapping music, where there is a dance area in front of the stage.

Bring a chair and sit back, relax and enjoy the music from 7:00-9:00PM. Parking lot seating area opens after 5:30, early admission is prohibited. Please leave your pets comfortably at home, Hendersonville City ordinance prohibits animals in the event area. Admission is free. No alcoholic beverages or coolers allowed.

FARM CITY DAY

October 5 Jackson Park / 10:00AM-4:00PM

This day-long event features both urban and rural displays, antique and modern farm equipment, live music, square dancing, clogging, arts and crafts, children’s activities, games, wagon rides, displays, demonstrations, tractor pull and plenty of food. Animal lovers will enjoy the petting zoo and animal demonstrations.

The Festival highlights the dependency of farm people and city people on each other for products and services essential to modern living.

Whether you’re city folks or country folks, Farm City Day will fill your day with fun for the whole family.

Hendersonville Heritage Street Dances July 8 August 12, 2013 Every Monday Night - 7:009:00PM

The sounds of fiddles and banjos playing at the Street Dance have been a part of Henderson County’s heritage for over 90 years. People of all ages journey to downtown Hendersonville to enjoy mountain heritage music and dancing. Put on your dancing shoes for some good toe tapping music, where there is a dance area in front of the stage.

The dances will be held every Monday evening from July 9 through August 13 at Visitors Information Center, 201 South Main Street. Lively instructions are given to the dancers by a local caller.

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Unique Sights You Can’t Miss!

Jump Off Rock Jump Off Rock offers spectacular scenic mountain views and photographic opportunities during all four seasons of the year.

Jump Off Rock is a scenic overlook which provides a panoramic view of rolling pastures, the Blue Ridge and Pisgah mountain ranges. Jump Off Rock also holds an Indian legend that has been passed down for many, many years.

Over 300 years ago a young Cherokee Indian Chief fell in love with a fair Indian maiden. They often met on top of the rock ledge overlooking the valley below. When the young Chief was called to war, the maiden promised him that she would wait for his return from their favorite rock ledge. When the maiden received word that her young Indian Chief had been killed in battle, she climbed to the edge of the rock and jumped off, tribal hunters found her broken body below. Indian legend has it that on moonlit nights you can see the ghost of the maiden on Jump Off Rock.

Jump Off is located about 5 miles from downtown at the end of Laurel Park Hwy in the Town of Laurel Park. Directions from downtown Hendersonville take Fifth Avenue West, it becomes Laurel Park Highway, the road dead ends at Jump Off Rock. The park is open daily, sunrise to sunset. No admission charge.

The Old Home Place - Music Barn A fun and friendly venue where country music is performed Friday & Saturday nights, 7:00 P.M. to 10:30 P.M. Various bands perform weekly and there is a large dance floor that is enjoyed by many country music enthusiasts. You’re invited to a night of local culture and enjoyment in a smoke and alcohol free environment. The Old Homeplace is fun for the entire family. Put on your “yeehaw” shoes and come on down. Location: North Mills River Road, Mills River, NC • 828.891.7704

Bearfootin’ Bears on Main Street

Every year, animal statues, usually bears, have been painted by local artists and set out along Main Street. The bears are on display until they are auctioned off in October to benefit area charities.

Don’t miss it!

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Thomas Wolfe’s Angel Author Thomas Wolfe’s first novel was Look Homeward, Angel. In the book there are constant references to an angel statue carved from Italian marble. This is the angel Wolfe placed in American literature. Thomas Wolfe’s father, W.O. Wolfe, sold the statue to the Johnson family to mark the family plot in Oakdale Cemetery. The angel is holding a lily in her left hand and extending her right hand upward. Oakdale Cemetery is located on Hwy. 64 W., just a short distance from downtown. The statue is protected by a wrought iron fence, and there is a historical marker located on the highway.

Historic Henderson County Courthouse The Courthouse was built in 1904 to replace to first courthouse, which was built on the same site in 1842. The Historic Henderson County Courthouse, (1905) was designed

by Richard Sharp Smith, the supervising architect of Biltmore House. The Historic Henderson County Courthouse was built of brick in a neoclassical revival style featuring six Corinthian columns on the front and four columns for each of the two side porticos. The focal point of the Courthouse is atop of the copper dome, a 6-foot statue of “Lady Justice.” The statue is the Greek goddess Themis (“The Greek Goddess of Divine Justice and Law”) who is without a blindfold, holding a sword in her right hand and scales in her left. It is believed to be only one of only three in the United States without a blindfold, statues of Themis/Justice are blindfolded to typify that Justice should be impartial.

The Courthouse was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on May 10, 1979.

The Historic Henderson County Courthouse is located on Main Street between First & Second Avenues.

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The Links to the Mountains Area Public Golf Courses

Broadmoor Golf Links

High Vista Country Club

101 French Broad Lane 18 Holes / 6921 yds. Par 72 Fletcher, NC 28732 828-687-1500 www.broadmoorlinks.com

88 Country Club Rd Mills River, NC 28759 18 holes / 6907 Yards Par 72 828-891-1986 www.highvistagolf.com

Crooked Creek Golf Course

Orchard Trace Golf Club

764 Crooked Creek Road 18 Holes / 6636 yds. Par 72 Hendersonville, NC 28739 828-692-2011

Fully Lighted 942 Sugarloaf Road Hendersonville, NC 28792 18 Holes Par-3 Course 828-685-1006

Cummings Cove Golf & Country Club

Southern Tee Golf Course

Cummings Road at Golf Gate Drive Hendersonville, NC 28739 18 Holes / 6415 yds. Par 71 828-891-9412 / 800-958-2905 www.cummingscove.com

111 Howard Gap Rd. Fletcher, NC 28732 Executive Course 18 Holes / 2843 yds.

Par-3 Course 828-687-7273

Etowah Valley Golf Club & Lodge

Driving Ranges

470 Brickyard Rd • Etowah, NC 28729 828-891-7022 • 800-451-8174 www.etowahvalley.com South Course 9 Holes / 3507 yds. Par 36 West Course 9 Holes / 3601 yds. Par 36 North Course 9 Holes / 3404 yds. Par 37

Outdoor Family Fun Center 485 Brookside Camp Rd. Hendersonville, NC 28792 828-698-1234 www.outdoorfamilyfuncenter.com

Southern Tee Golf Course

Highland Lake Golf Club 34 Highland Golf Dr • Flat Rock, NC 28731 9 Holes / 2764 yds. Par 35 828-692-0143

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There’s ALWAYS Something to do in Hendersonville!

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Garden Jubilee • over 250 vendors selling 1000’s of plants • arts & crafts • lawn/garden MEMORIAL accessories, DAY WEEKEND • garden talks & experts, • children’s hands-on over clinic • plenty of food vendors! sponsored by

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ANTIQUE & CLASSIC CAR SHOWS

Festivals and Events take place every month of the year! To view an up-to-date listing visit

A Relocation Packet is available for $25.00.

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Send a check or money order made payable to: Henderson County TDA • PO Box 721, Hendersonville, NC 28793 For more information call: 800-828-4244 www.historichendersonville.org

The packet includes: real estate brochures, a map, area attractions, accommodations, community information, Henderson County & area demographics & statistics, a local telephone book and shopping.