Outdoor News

Though apple picking, leaf peeping, and pumpkin spice in everything define the autumn season for many in the North Carolina mountains, scarecrows are a notable symbol of farms and the fall harvest in Buncombe County.

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CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — What is said to be the largest road running event in North Carolina has been cancelled because of the coronavirus pandemic.

Buncombe County -- Buncombe County Recreation Services recently received 100 bicycle helmets for distribution to local kids and teens through a grant from the North Carolina Department of Transportation’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Division.

Asheville -- Lazoom Ghosted Walking Comedy Tour! 

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RALEIGH– August 13, 2020: Signs of the emerald ash borer were found in Cleveland County for the first time this summer, bringing the number of counties where the tree-killing insect has been detected to 59 counties within the state. Signs and symptoms consistent with EAB were found between Kings Mountain and Shelby.

Hiking -- Western North Carolina is known for outdoor adventures and NC Tripping is a great place to find out where and where to go!