March 2016 ------------------------------Wild Ideas for Getting Outside
This fun event organized by The Triangle Land Conservancy attracts hundreds of outdoors enthusiasts. Get wild with tips and tricks from local experts for bigger and better outdoor adventures in the Triangle. Enjoy free food and beer while connecting with 30+ local outdoor organizations during the Outdoor Expo. Event starts on March 9 @ 5:30pm. More information: bit.ly/1o1JXBY Going Off-Road to Get Somewhere Doesn’t Always Mean Roughing It
Thirty years ago, Rails-to-Trails began converting unused railroad beds into trails suitable for bicycling, horseback riding, walking, rollerblading, and similar activities. Thanks to their ongoing work, over 30,000 miles of unused railroad tracks have given way to wide, smooth, relatively flat trails offering great visibility and in many cases, scenic views. Some of these trails run over 50 miles. Best of all, trail users don’t have to share their route with motor vehicles. More information: bit.ly/1TFqzGS Getting Around England by Boat
Everyone knows that getting around in a canoe or kayak can be fun. The Canal & River Trust protects over 2,000 miles of canals and waterways suitable for these craft. What a great way to explore! More information: bit.ly/1WQAUPN Videos to Entertain You as Ski Season Approaches its End
In many parts of the globe, cold weather will soon be a memory. If this is not necessarily good news for you, go to The Ultimate Winter Adventure Library post on our Facebook page to keep the juices flowing. More information: on.fb.me/1NuZDqV
Trailhead News
March 2016 – Page 2
What Do a Distiller, a Biofarm, and a Tree Expert Have in Common?
When it comes to celebrating the arrival of Spring, they will all be offering exciting free events on March 26 in the charming little town of Pittsboro, NC! At 1:00pm, Phil Cox of Grand Trees of Chatham is leading a free 2-mile hike at the White Pines Preserve. At 4:00pm, the Piedmont Biofarm is offering a guided tour of their facility. At 5:00pm, the Triangle Land Conservancy is hosting a distillery tour, tasting, and social right next door to the Biofarm at the Fair Game Beverage Company, focused on their work to protect local farms and food. You can register for the event with just a few mouse clicks at this web location: First Sip of Spring More information: bit.ly/1Llck8X • • •
National Park Service Invites You to Share Your Story
Be a part of the collective narrative set up by the NPS for their centennial celebration. Read and share stories about outdoor adventures in the park system. More information: www.findyourpark.com/share Be a Part of Outdoor Recreation History
The famous long-distance trails of today (think Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, etc.) didn’t start out all intact and looking like they do today. Enormous amounts of ongoing planning and revising go into trails like these, with a heavy reliance on debate and public input. You can be part of history as the Mountains-to-Sea Trail (MST) continues to spread its white blazes across North Carolina (1,150 total miles planned). Give your feedback and ideas in a survey being administered by the folks who are building and maintaining that trail, the Friends of the MST. More information: bit.ly/21zdqC3 Grandfather Mountain to get a New Parking Area and Trailhead
A 100-car parking lot and 2,000 linear feet of new trail with a 60-foot walking bridge over a ravine are planned for later this year at the Profile Trail. More information: bit.ly/1pfl6LG Book Recommendation: The Sunlit Night
Join Frances and Yasha on a tiny Norwegian island near the Arctic Circle as they unexpectedly meet at an artist colony one summer while on unrelated life journeys. This book by Rebecca Dinerstein is an easy read and provides a nice escape from the stress of day-to-day living. More information: www.rebeccadinerstein.com Featured Outing Events
For more events, visit: bit.ly/22FStGZ Friday-Sunday, March 4-6, Durham, NC NC Parks Centennial Celebration Organizer: Eno River State Park Wednesday, March 9, Durham, NC Wild Ideas for Getting Outside Organizer: Triangle Land Conservancy