Visitor's Bulletin Spring 2018

VISITOR’S

SPRING 2018

AREA GUIDE TO THE PEARLS OF OUR FOOTHILLS

COLUMBUS | SALUDA LANDRUM | TRYON

Where local food is a way of life

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elcome! We’re glad you’re here, or thinking about coming here, to Polk County, North Carolina, and Landrum, South Carolina, our little corner of the Foothills.

We are known for our distinct, yet mild, four season climate; our small towns that we like to call “Pearls of the Foothills;” our traditions, which run deep in the arts, equestrian life, and love of the outdoors; our hearty, healthy foods and tasty wines; and our love of a good parade, festival, car show, fireworks display or farmers market.

We like to think this guide is special.

Yes, we have listed some of the “touristy” things to do, but you will also see life from the locals’ perspective because we want you to feel at home, welcomed as friends and family. This issue is packed with ideas and information, trivia and lore, history and traditions, and helpful things like maps, phone numbers and websites.

We hope you enjoy your stay in the Foothills, and this spring edition of the Visitor’s Bulletin.

TRYON NEWSMEDIA LLC Publisher of The Tryon Daily Bulletin Life In Our Foothills Visitor’s Bulletin TryonDailyBulletin.com

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General Manager Kevin Powell

Managing Editor Ted Yoakum

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Catherine Hunter Leah Justice

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Shay Carlson Kirk Gollwitzer Tim Robison Claire Sachse Mark Schmerling Vince Verrecchio David Widdicombe Steve Wong

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AREA GUIDE TO THE PEARLS OF OUR FOOTHILLS

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Where local food is a way of life

Newman’s Restaurant in Saluda is located within the cozy accommodations at Orchard Inn. The restaurant offers an upscale dining experience, with a farm-to-table menu.

Photo submitted by The Orchard Inn

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Trish Boyter Magan Etheridge

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Jeff Allison Alex Greene Jamie Lewis Conner Peeler

ADVENTURE AWAITS Put down your phones, unplug from the news and prepare to get out in the great outdoors and have some adventures! Whether you like the rough rides of mountain biking excursions, strolling the antique shops or taking in some fine jams at our outdoor concerts, start mapping out your adventure here on these pages.

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Pick a trail, road, sidewalk, waterway or footpath, and you will discover something fun around every corner and curve of the Foothills. These pages will help you get there.

8 Getting Here 10 Columbus 12 Landrum 14 Saluda 16 Tryon 18 Recreation 24 Wineries 26 Antiques 30 History 32 Arts 36 Children’s Activities 38 Event Calendar 42 Area Map 44 Equestrian 48 Boutiques & Shopping 54 Agriculture 56 Farmers Markets 57 Living Local 60 Lodging 64 Restaurants 70 Resources for Visitors 70 Medical Care 72 Population and Climate

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getting from there to here

NEARBY AIRPORTS Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) Airlines operating out of AVL include: Allegiant Air American Airlines Delta Elite Airways United Flyavl.com Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) Airlines operating out of GSP include: Allegiant American Airlines Delta Air Lines Southwest Airlines United Airlines GSPairport.com

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Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) Airlines operating out of CLT include: Air Canada American Airlines Delta Air Lines Frontier Airlines JetBlue Airways Lufthansa Southwest Airlines United Airlines United Express ViaAir CLTairport.com Rutherford County Airport-Marchman Field (KFQD) Located just outside Polk County in neighboring Rutherford County, Marchman Field is a general aviation airport with a 5,000 foot runway, pilot’s lounge, wireless internet, restaurant and fuel services. Open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Call 828-287-0800 or visit rutherfordcountync.gov/airport for more information.

HIGHWAYS AND INTERSTATES The Foothills area is easily reached from Interstate 26 (Exit 1 to Landrum, South Carolina; Exit 67 to Columbus, North Carolina and Exit 59 to Saluda, North Carolina) and U.S. 74. Interstate 26 connects to Interstate 40 in Asheville, North Carolina and Interstate 85 in Spartanburg, South Carolina

TRAIN SERVICE Amtrak runs the Crescent line from New York to New Orleans with a stop in nearby Spartanburg, South Carolina, just 25 minutes from the Landrum area. The train pulls into the station at midnight, so be prepared for a late arrival or departure.

Amtrak.com

BUS SERVICE Greyhound Bus Lines has a transit center in Spartanburg, South Carolina and a bus station in Greenville, South Carolina (about an hour from the Foothills area).

Greyhound.com

POLK COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY Trapped without a car? There is a better way from here to there. Schedule pick-up and drop off for errands or shopping. PCTA travels throughout the county and outside the county. Senior citizens ride free. Call 828894-8203 for rates and to schedule.

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Outdoor Adventures

Spectacular Views

Three Small Towns

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We’re the local experts – call, click or stop by our Visitor Center and we’ll help you build your playlist. You’ll learn about local events, food, music, waterfalls, wineries, shops and galleries. Adventure lovers will discover hiking, zip lining and river expeditions. Serenity seekers will delight in nature preserves, scenic drives and peaceful evenings. Historic Saluda, Tryon, Columbus and the surrounding areas welcome you!

First Peak Visitor Center 20 East Mills Street, Columbus, NC 28722 828-894-2324 • 800-440-7848 www.firstpeaknc.com STAY WITH US! Plan your stay near the small towns of Tryon, Saluda or Columbus.

You’ll find everything from inns with full service restaurants to luxurious B&Bs, from wooded cabins to modern vacation homes with all the amenities.

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he seat of Polk County, North Carolina, Columbus was founded in 1855, is located in the geographical center of the county, and is named in honor of Dr. Columbus Mills to recognize his efforts to form the county.

Columbus remains a small community, retaining several interesting buildings from its past. The historic courthouse, finished in 1857, is one of the oldest still in use in North Carolina, and has been lovingly restored. The brick, columned board of education building was one of our first schools. Both properties have park areas

The seat of Polk County, Columbus hosts the annual Fabulous 4th celebration and the Veterans Day parade; is home to town, county and school system administrative offices; and boasts a charming mix of downtown shops and restaurants.

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that are host to town festivals throughout the year, including parades for Veterans Day, July Fourth, Homecoming and Christmas, and the farmers market, which sets up for the May through October growing season.

Downtown Columbus features a variety of small businesses, including a hair salon and barbershop, laundromat, florist, bookstore and thrift store, in addition to banks, several restaurants and an ice cream parlor. Just outside of downtown, you will find the public library, St. Luke’s Hospital, grocery stores, a few churches, gas stations, and several retirement communities. Being the county seat, you will also find the sheriff’s office, county administrative building and department of motor vehicle office in the center of town.

Scenic drives abound around Columbus, whether you drive along the base of White Oak Mountain, or take the winding road 1,000plus feet to the top for spectacular views. On clear days, you can see Charlotte to the east and Tennessee to the west. The drive to the top of White Oak Mountain also includes a drive-by waterfall, Shunkawauken Falls.

Columbus’ population has held steady for about two decades at just about 1,000, so it is a town where everyone will know your name, and greet you as you enter. •

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DID YOU KNOW? PATRIOTISM RUNS DEEP Polk County is home to the state’s second largest population of veterans, per capita.

Active American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars posts are a regular part of many events. The Polk County Historical Association and Museum in Columbus regularly features Polk’s veterans — from the Revolutionary War to Iraq and Afghanistan — in their exhibits and programming. The Doughboy statue,

located by the courthouse, was built to honor the men who fought and died in World War I. Columbus is also home to Veterans Park, with its beautiful fountain and pavilion, built especially for patriotic concerts.

ROUND AND ROUND WE GO In some places, they are called traffic circles or rotaries, but here, we call our two traffic circles “roundabouts,” which

are at the intersection of Interstate 26, U.S. Highway 74 and North Carolina Highway 108. Remember to yield to vehicles in the roundabout. Take them a little slow, especially if you are trailering horses or truckloads that can shift. If you miss your off ramp, that’s OK, just ride the loop-de-loop until you get back around to where you need to be. No one will hassle you.

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ocated just a hop, skip and a jump from the North Carolina/South Carolina state line, and with stunning views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Landrum, South Carolina is a historical town bursting with shops and character.

It is 20 minutes north of Spartanburg, South Carolina, and an hour south of Asheville, North Carolina, making it the perfect go-between stop for the weekend.

Like Tryon and Saluda further up the tracks, Landrum can thank the railroad for its founding in 1880, and development through the years. The depot was lovingly restored, and currently serves as a community gathering spot and event venue.

While many small cities have lost their traditional downtowns as a result of commercial strip and suburban development, the

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city of Landrum has held on to and strengthened its traditional downtown center through careful and deliberate city planning.

For many years, Landrum’s local government, in partnership with the business community and supported by the citizenry, have created and continue to maintain a pedestrian-oriented traditional downtown environment.

With a population of 2,400, visitors will immediately notice the friendliness and warmth of its residents, and will become enveloped in the town’s charm. Whether shopping at one of the many boutiques or antique stores, or dining at the wide variety of restaurants, or strolling the quaint downtown beside the railroad tracks, visitors will feel welcomed and right at home.

After your visit, you will see why the town was named to Southern Living Magazine’s top 20 list of “The South’s Best Small Towns.” •

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DID YOU KNOW? HOLDING IT TOGETHER Have you ever given any thought to your door or cabinet hinges? Many have not, but just outside of Landrum, in a 120,000 square foot building, is a manufacturing plant called Bommer Industries, which ships its hinges all over the world, for all kinds of commercial applications, including for the Pentagon, Trump Tower and the White House.

FOOTHILLS QUILT TRAIL Visitors will notice colorful quilt blocks located throughout Landrum on the sides of businesses and municipal buildings. The 39-block Foothills Quilt Trail promotes history, the arts and tourism. Details can be found online at foothillsquilttrail.com. Landrum is also home to an active quilters organization which has regular meetings, projects and exhibitions. Landrum Quilters is online at landrumquilters.com.

HIT THE TRAIL Part of the 500-mile Palmetto Trail runs through the town, so bring your hiking boots, sneakers or bikes if you want to check out the trail. Hog Back Mountain and the Blue Wall Passage are just two of several hiking destinations here.

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“If you’re in a hurry in Saluda, you’re in the wrong place.”

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aluda, North Carolina, is a place where visitors can literally go back in time, with its historic downtown and carefully preserved shops and stores that serve as museums.

Saluda, with a population of about 700 people, is often named as one of the top 10 best small towns in North Carolina.

A lot of Saluda’s history is based on its elevation and cooler temperatures that low country people escaped to for relief and its “restorative properties.” The town also owes its existence and strength to the railroad tracks, and the tracks themselves

are famous because of the mountain grade.

The Saluda Grade was named for the railroad, which crests in the center of town at an elevation of 2,097 feet. The Saluda Grade is the steepest standard gauge mainline railway in the United States, gaining 606 feet of elevation in less than 3 miles between Melrose and Saluda. Bicyclists enjoy climbing the grade via U.S. 176 that follows the railroad tracks and the Pacolet River into Saluda, and sightseers and history buffs will enjoy visiting the restored depot, which houses a museum.

Whether visitors are

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seeking antique shopping, hip restaurants, citywide festivals, outdoor concerts, historic bed and breakfasts, or mountain outdoor activities, Saluda has something for everyone.

For the outdoor enthusiast, Saluda has a zipline, venues for kayaking, rafting and tubing down the Green River, which is one of the top kayaking rivers in the nation, hiking trails and waterfalls, and nearby lakes and rivers for trout fishing.

Since the turn of the

DID YOU KNOW? WHAT’S IN A NAME? In studying the English-Cherokee vocabulary, we learn that the English word “Saluda” came from the Cherokee word “Tsaludiyi,” meaning “green corn place.”

From legend, Tsaludiyi was a chief of the Cherokee nation, which once ranged from the North Carolina mountain ranges to the South Carolina flat country.

A PLAYFUL CITY Saluda has been named one of America’s “Playful Cities” by the nonprofit KaBoom!, for its efforts in creating an environment that promotes outdoor activity.

GONE TO THE DOGS! Where else can you celebrate the coon dog but in Saluda each July, with a

parade, 5K, food, art vendors, music and other townwide events that draw thousands to Main Street. The celebration of a sporting dog trained to hunt raccoons goes back to the early 1960s. This year’s celebration is on July 7.

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Tryon The Block House Steeplechase, a Foothills tradition.

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ffectionately referred to as the “Friendliest Town in the South,” Tryon, North Carolina, is nestled at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Known for its moderate seasons due to its location in what is known as the Thermal Belt, Tryon became a railroad town in the 1800s, with many visitors, particularly from the low country in South Carolina, deciding to move here because of the moderate temperatures.

The town, chartered in 1885 with a current area of about 2 square miles, now has approximately 1,700 residents. Recently designated as a historic district, Tryon’s history runs deep, particularly in equestrian sports, arts and theater.

In the early 1900s, authors and artists began selecting Tryon as their resort town to visit, with many choosing to stay. Some of Tryon’s famous residents included author F. Scott Fitzgerald, actor William Gillette, first lady Grace Coolidge and actor Kenneth Lackey. Nina Simone, born Eunice Waymon in Tryon, began her musical career as a young girl in Tryon.

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Take a selfie with Morris the Horse, located at the geographical center of Tryon.

At the center of town, Morris the Horse can be seen overlooking Trade Street. Morris is a large statue of a toy horse on wheels made by the Tryon Toy Makers, a replica of a 1928 toy horse built by two boys who worked for the company to advertise the spring Tryon Horse Show.

Tryon’s equestrian heritage runs deep, with the town and nearby areas hosting many horse shows and events year round. In addition to Tryon being the training grounds for the 1956 U.S. Olympic equestrian team, Tryon’s horse history also includes the Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, Harmon Field, the Tryon International Equestrian Center and the annual Block House Steeplechase.

Tryon is home to many unique restaurants and shops downtown, as well the historical Tryon Theatre, which shows one movie per night, and serves beer and wine upstairs.

The town has something for every artist and crafter, with several art galleries, a historical museum, the Tryon Fine Arts Center, the Tryon Little Theater and Tryon Arts and Crafts, and renovated train depot.

For more information about Tryon, visit exploretryon.com. •

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DID YOU KNOW? EQUESTRIAN TRADITION The Blockhouse Steeplechase is the longest running steeplechase in North Carolina, occurring continuously since 1947. The race includes tailgating, picnics, a hat contest, the Old Tryon Foot Beagles and Hounds, and many other activities throughout the day.

For more information about the steeplechase, visit blockhouseraces.com.

GET THE SCOOP Established in 1928, the Tryon

Daily Bulletin is printed five days a week at 16 N. Trade St. in the heart of downtown Tryon, in a building that is listed on the National Historic Register. Copies of “The World’s Smallest Daily Newspaper” are available on racks throughout the county, or get the scoop online at tryondailybulletin.com.

WHAT’S IN A NAME? Tryon Peak and the Town of Tryon are named for William Tryon, governor of North

Carolina from 1765 to 1771, in recognition of his negotiation with the Cherokee for a treaty during a bloody period of conflict during the French and Indian War. IT’S A NEW DAWN, IT’S A NEW DAY Called the “High Priestess of Soul,” Nina Simone was born in Tryon as Eunice Kathleen Waymon in 1933, and her birthplace stands in town limits atop a hill at 30 E. Livingston St., off Markham Road

The town created the Nina Simone Plaza and statue in her honor on Trade Street.

TRYON HISTORIC CEMETERY For history and genealogy buffs, a stroll around Tryon’s 3.3-acre hilltop cemetery, which was founded in 1892, is well worth the time. The cemetery is the resting place of authors, artists, crafters, doctors, teachers, veterans and more, who once called Tryon home.

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ecause of the area’s moderate climate, there is an abundance of outdoor activities that provide year-round enjoyment.

Like to fish? There’s a river for that.

Want to swim in a cool mountain stream or river? You will not have to go far to find one.

Have little ones who would enjoy the swings or jungle gym?

We have several municipal parks and fields of play.

Want to experience the challenge of a new golf course? You can do several rounds at our local courses.

Whether you are a fitness fanatic who wants to hit the tough trails, or you just want to spend time in a slow-paced float down the river, we have it all, right here.

FISHING POLK COUNTY HATCHERY SUPPORTED TROUT WATERS: • North Pacolet River from Pacolet Falls to Highway 108 bridge • Fork Creek Church on SR 1100 to North Pacolet River • Big Fall Creek portion above water supply reservoir • Green River from the Henderson County line to mouth of Bright’s Creek • Little Cove Creek • Big Fall Creek (portion below water supply reservoir) • Cove Creek • Camp Creek (Henderson County line Green River) Laughter Pond

Laughter Pond, located at the Polk County Recreation Complex in Mill Spring, provides public fishing and is stocked with catfish. There are no size restrictions on catfish, and the daily limit is six catfish per licensed person per day.

online at ncwildlife.org or by consulting the Regulations Digest for North Carolina Inland Fishing, Hunting and Trapping.

The regulations digest and fishing licenses can be obtained locally at the following locations:

Lake Adger Lake Adger is stocked with Muskies as part of the North Carolina Wildlife Resources fish-stocking program as well as having bass. The muskies are raised at the Table Rock State Fish Hatchery and the juvenile fish are released into Lake Adger in October with an average size of 8 to 18 inches in length.

Crossroads Outdoors 82 Highway 9 N. Arledge Business Plaza Mill Spring 828-899-0333 or Facebook.com/ crossroadstp4

FISHING LICENSE AND SUPPLIES: North Carolina fishing regulations can be found

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MA Pace General Store 60 E. Main St. Saluda 828-749-2401 or Facebook: M.A. Pace General Store McGuinn’s Store 4884 Highway 9 Mill Spring

828-625-4755 or Facebook.com/ mcguinnsstore Silver Creek Campground 3111 Silver Creek Road Mill Spring 828-894-2331 or Facebook.com/ SilverCreekCampground

PUBLIC SWIMMING The Foothills area is known for its mountains and rivers but also has public swimming opportunities. The area is home to nearby lakes, the Green River, Pacolet River and a county-owned outdoor swimming pool.

Gibson Park Pool Public swimming pool.

Summer hours: Tuesday through Saturday, noon to

5 p.m. Sunday, 1-5 p.m.

Lap swim: Tuesday – Friday, 8-10 a.m. Fee for pool use.

Annual pass available.

236 Park St. Columbus 828-894-2646 or polknc.org/pool Harmon Field Beach Public river swimming and a public park with playgrounds 828-859-5784 for cabin reservations or more information Lake Adger The county-owned lake has public access to swimming, fishing and boating. The marina is located off Silver Creek Road in Mill Spring.

There are boat motor size restrictions. No waterskiing or jetskiing permitted. Kayaks and canoes, fishing, and pontoon boats are allowed.

recreation KAYAKING, TUBING, CANOEING, ZIPLINING The Green River is home to the world class Narrows race for championed kayakers, and is also known as a relaxing spot for tubing and canoeing.

Several access points are available on class I though class V rapids.

Green River Cove There are two public access areas to the Green River, Fish Top and Big Rock, which offer kayaking, tubing, hiking and other activities. Swimming is not allowed and is illegal (a misdemeanor) at any Wildlife access area.

Green River Adventures Guided day trips are offered as well as classes for whitewater kayaking.

111 East Main St. Saluda 828-749-2800 or greenriveradventures.com Wilderness Cove Tubing and Campground River tube rentals available May through September with prices including shuttles to the campground. Open seven days a week.

3772 Green River Cove Saluda 828-749-9100 or nctubing.com Silver Creek Campground and Whitewater Outfitters Whitewater rafting, canoeing, tube rentals and paintball are available. The campground also offers fishing classes for campers, including instructions on fly-fishing, bait casters and

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TAKE THE PLUNGE!

he Gorge – America’s steepest and fastest zipline canopy tour - offers a thrilling tree-based aerial adventure in Saluda. Begin your experience perched on the rim of the Green River Gorge and plunge into untouched wilderness. Descend an unprecedented 1,100 vertical feet in elevation zipping from tree-top to tree-top on 11 ziplines, traversing a sky-bridge, and descending three huge rappels, all through stunning old growth forest, overlooking 18,000 acres of protected Green River Gamelands. knot tying.

3111 Silver Creek Road Mill Spring 828-894-2331 or campingfriend.com/silvercreekcampground Zip Line Adventures The Gorge The Gorge offers a unique and thrilling tree-based zip line canopy adventure in the famous Green River Gorge.

166 Honey Bee Drive Saluda 828-749-2500 or thegorgezipline.com

WALKING TRAILS

& PLAYGROUNDS Walking has tremendous health and mental benefits and the Foothills area has plenty of spaces designated for walking and hiking at all levels.

From paved walking tracks at schools to true hiking trails that are longer, and often hilly, Polk County and Landrum have many options for a leisurely

walk, a mountainous hike or a playground to take children.

COLUMBUS Adawehi Institute Adawehi’s hiking trails are an easy walk that meanders along White Oak Creek, past an abundance of native plants and the occasional wild turkey. There are two trailheads to start your 1.5-mile hike. Begin at the parking lot just below the Main Community Building or you can begin at the Adawehi parking lot off Smith Dairy Road. Trails are open every day during daylight hours.

93 Adawehi Lane Columbus 828-894-5260 or adawehi.com Green Creek Family Life Center Paved walking trail Green Creek Drive and Coxe Road Green Creek Isothermal Community College Trail Primary access is from Polk

County Public Library/ Isothermal Community College parking lot.

1255 W. Mills St. Highway 108 Columbus Tom Raymond Fitness Trail Easy footpath features fitness stations as well as an attractive hardwood forest setting, primary access is from St. Luke’s Hospital back parking lot.

101 Hospital Drive Columbus Weaverbarton Shuford Memorial Wildlife Sanctuary Trail Primary access is from natural parking area located just past Bonnie Brae Veterinary Clinic.

215 Shuford Road Columbus Polk County High School track Regulation size paved oval running track 1681 N. Highway 108 Columbus pchs.polkschools.org

Stearns Park Includes a paved walking path loop and Stearns Gym with indoor recreational activities East Mills Street/Highway 108 (across from the Polk County Courthouse) Columbus LANDRUM Blue Wall Passage of the Palmetto Trail Eastern and most northern section begins with FENCE trails, then connects with country roads and sidewalks through downtown Landrum and around Lake Lanier, continuing from Dug Hill Road to Vaughn’s Gap where it connects to the Poinsett Reservoir Passage. sctrails.net.

Brookwood Park Half mile paved walking path, some shaded, and a playground.

East Rutherford Street/ Highway 14 between South Poplar, South Bomar and Brookwood Drive

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recreation Foothills Equestrian Nature Center Five miles of hiking and riding trails located on 390-acre tract; Wildwood Trail is 0.3 miles, paved and handicap accessible.

3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon 828-859-9021 or fence.org MILL SPRING Bradley Nature Preserve at Alexander’s Ford The preserve is a quiet country respite that includes picnic areas, a 2.6-mile round trip loop trail to the Green River and a preserved mature forest. The trail is part of the route the Overmountain Men, a rag-tag group of area militia that chased down a British general during the Revolutionary War, took to go on and win a pivotal battle at Kings Mountain.

County Line Road and Gray’s Road Mill Spring Polktrails.org/alexander-s-ford Polk Central Elementary School Half-mile nature trail with educational markers.

2141 Highway 9 S. Mill Spring 828-894-8233 or pcs.polkschools.org/ naturetrail Polk County Middle School track Paved regulation sized oval outdoor track.

321 Wolverine Trail Mill Spring 828-894-2215 or pcms. polkschools.org Polk County Recreation Complex Includes paved walking

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earson’s Falls is a lovely escape at any time of year, but, during the spring, it is an especially beautiful destination.

The hike from the parking lot is about a quarter mile, and is considered easy. Along the way, take in the autumn leaves and winding trail, all lovingly maintained by the Tryon Garden Club. More details are online at PearsonsFalls.org. path loop, baseball fields, tennis courts, basketball courts, picnic shelters, large playground and fishing pond access.

223 Wolverine Drive Mill Spring 828-894-8199 Sunny View Elementary School Playground 86 Sunny View Road Mill Spring 828-625-4530 or sve.polkschools.org SALUDA Bradley Nature Preserve Nine-plus-acre tract, shares trailhead with Lazy Girl Loop Trail at intersection of Esseola Drive and Substation (near Autumn Care).

Intersection of Esseola Drive and Substation Road. www.polktrails.org/ bradley-nature-preserve Lazy Girl Loop Trail Accessible from Laurel Drive, easy one-mile trail (one way), no dogs allowed. saludaclt.org

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Little Bradley Falls Trail Two-mile moderate out and back hike crosses and follows Big Cove Creek, leading to 40-foot Little Bradley Falls located in the Green River Game Lands.

Holbert Cove Road Saluda McCreery Park A busy playground and park located in the heart of Saluda that features swings, slides and an obstacle course, as well as a covered picnic area and gazebo.

Intersection of Greenville and Maple Street Saluda Tryon Missing 40 Trace The 1-mile moderate to difficult loop starts at the convergence of Joles Creek and the North Pacolet River, it continues next to the river and features two unassisted river crossings in about ankle high water.

White blazes mark the trail throughout. Trailhead is on Pearson Falls Road Pearson Falls Road

Saluda Polktrails.org/missing40 Norman Wilder Forest Managed by the Pacolet Area Conservancy, trails are located in 185 acres of mature third growth mixed hardwood on the slopes of Little Warrior Mountain.

Trail has bridges, steps and loops. Plan on a 2-to 3-mile hike.

Highway176 between Tryon and Saluda pacolet.org/pac-trails Pearson’s Falls A 268-acre botanical preserve owned and maintained by the Tryon Garden Club, trail is ¼-mile walk to a 90-foot waterfall, admission charged.

2720 Pearson’s Falls Road Saluda, 828-749-3031 pearsonsfalls.org Saluda Elementary School Playground and tennis courts 214 E. Main St. Saluda sal.polkschools.org

Trails of the Green River Game Lands, The Green River Game Lands consist of 18,639 acres of wilderness, with nine named trails that have signs at each trail connection. Hunting is allowed in the Green River Game Lands and all information on seasons and regulations can be found at ncwildlife.org. The trails of the Game Lands are better suited to more experienced hikers.

Big Hungry Road or Green River Cove Road TRYON Harmon Field Thirty six acres containing paved walking path loop with a fitness course, paved oval walking track, playground, tennis courts, basketball courts, baseball fields, picnic shelter and cabin, equestrian riding rings and stables 117 Harmon Field Road Tryon, 828-859-5784 tryon-nc.com/services/ parks-recreation

recreation Vaughn Creek Greenway One of Tryon’s newest additions to its park system, the Vaughn Creek Greenway features an easy walking trail of approximately ¾-mile along picturesque Vaughn Creek, which offers many woodland views and beautiful cascades, including Sillar’s Falls near the trailhead.

884 New Market Road Tryon, 828-859-5784 tryon-nc.com/services/ parks-recreation Woodland Park Approximately 10 acres of natural park located just off Chestnut Street providing hiking trails through unspoiled forest.

262 Chestnut St. Tryon tryon-nc.com/services/ parks-recreation

GOLF COURSES Meadowbrook Golf Club The 6,700-yard course rolls gently up hills and down through meadows with Henson and Davis Creeks creating challenging holes on both nines. The golf course at Meadowbrook Golf Club is characterized by its tree-lined fairways and abundance of water. Both creeks and two ponds come into play on ten holes. Stretching to just over 6,700 yards from the back tees (blue) and offering four tee boxes, Meadowbrook’s golf course is ready to test the skills of both young and old, as well as the novice and experienced golfer.

1211 Meadowbrook Road, Rutherfordton 828-863-2690 meadowbrookgolfclub. com Red Fox Country Club A nationally recognized golf course, designed by Ellis Maples. The full service Pro Shop is equipped with a full range of clothing, balls, caps, clubs and all other golfing needs.

Lessons are available from the teaching pro. A large putting green and full driving range is also available. The golf course has been included three times by Golf Digest in the Top 100 in America and as one of America’s Most Testing Courses. It is also rated in the Top 50 Courses in North Carolina and Top 50 Development Courses in the Southeast.

77 Club Road, Tryon 828-894-8251 or redfoxcc.com

Tryon Country Club The Ross-designed course is a nine-hole golf club where members walk or ride, play nine, 12 or 18 holes and rarely wait for the tee. Do not let its size fool you – tests await at every turn. The Ross layout rewards well-struck shots on its Bermuda fairways, though the trademark bent grass Ross greens are well-bunkered and unforgiving to errant approach shots. A stream running through the property often comes into play.

393 Country Club Road, Tryon 828-859-9561 tryoncountryclub.com

BIKING Whether you are a casual recreational rider or a hard-core long distance enthusiast, there are some amazing rides, routes and events in the Foothills.

From the Assault on Mount Mitchell, the Climb to Conquer Cancer (on the

Saluda Grade), the Metric Century Tour, and the Tour De Leaves, to the easier loops around Lake Lanier, bikers of all levels will find appropriate challenges.

Need route suggestions?

Visit MapMyRide.com, an online resource for sharing ride suggestions and routes.

MEADOWBROOK GOLF CLUB

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eadowbrook Golf Club was built in 1963 and is located in the Green Creek area of Polk County. It has been family owned and operated by the Deck family since it opened. The course was designed by William B. Lewis, and has a full 18 hole layout, utilizing four sets of tee placements on each hole.

The owner, William H. Deck, is the general manager and the top golf pro available by appointment.

Visit meadowbrookgolfclub.com for information on specials, to book online, and to see videos of the complete course.

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wineries

EXPERIENCE LOCAL WINES and meet their makers WINERIES Green Creek Winery Sip wine on the patio with vineyard and distant mountain views, or use as a locale for weddings, receptions, private parties, luncheons, dinners or business events.

413 Gilbert Road, Columbus 828-863-2182 GreenCreekWinery.us Mountain Brook Vineyards At Mountain Brook Vineyards crafting fine wine is a labor of love. We take great care in nurturing our 7.5-acre vineyard. All of our wines are made of 100 percent North Carolina grapes, harvested by hand and aged in oak barrels and stainless steel tanks. We keep our vintages small to focus on producing the highest quality wines.

731 Philips Dairy Road, Tryon 828-817-4376 MountainBrookvineyards.com

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Overmountain Vineyards and Winery Nestled in the Tryon Foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains on over 10 acres of land, and a Certified Protected Segment of the Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail, Overmountain Vineyards beckons you to come and enjoy an experience that is like no other.

2012 Sandy Plains Road Tryon, 828-863-0523 Facebook.com/overmountainvineyards Parker-Binns Vineyard Come visit Parker-Binns Vineyard for a chance to savor some fine wines. Bob Binns and Karen Parker-Binns brought their passion for fine wines into the beautiful Foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and established this wonderful vineyard on 35 acres of lush, sprawling countryside.

7382 E. Highway 108, Mill Spring 828-894-0154 Parker-BinnsVineyard.com

Russian Chapel Hills Winery Sip wine on the patio with vineyard and distant mountain vistas. Great for weddings, receptions, private parties, business events or just a relaxing picnic lunch, this winery provides all the special treatment you need. It is nestled in the rolling hills of Green Creek near horse country.

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antiques

FOOTHILLS PICKERS

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hether you are searching for heirloom artifacts, household items to recycle and repurpose, or quirky and offbeat objets d’art, this area has plenty of shops to choose from.

You could plan to make an entire day out of antiquing alone.

It is recommended that you bring a big enough car or truck to hold all your loot, because it is hard to resist all the choices.

TRYON Nancy Roth Antiques 838 N. Trade St. 828-859-6768 or theantiqueshopnancyroth andjoeewing.com Tryon Antique Mall & Marketplace 1005 S. Trade St. 828-859-2756 Architectural Warehouse NC 151 Southern Mercerizing Road 828-859-2297 or architecturalwarehouse. com Dark Horse Antique Market 646 N. Trade St. 828-859-5634 or darkhorseantiquemarket. com

HOOP’s Antiques & Vintage Collectibles 112 N. Trade St., Suite A 828-440-1440 or Facebook.com/ HoopsAntiques/

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Old Mill Market Square 151 Southern Mercerizing Road 828-859-5467 oldmillmarketsquare.com

Brass Latch 181 E. Main St. 828-749-4200 or Saluda.com/brasslatch

The Frog & Swan Inc. 879 N. Trade St. 828-859-6757

Landrum Antiques & Furniture Company 221 E. Rutherford St. 864-457-4000 or landrum-antiquesfurniture.com

Whitney Antiques 120 N. Trade St. 828-859-9980 Lake Lanier Country Cottage 974 S. Trade St. 828-859-2004

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A Gardener’s Cottage 183 E. Main St. 828-749-4200 or saluda. com/gardenerscottage/

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Carolina Antiques & More 108 E. Rutherford St. 864-457-4444 or carolinaantiquesand moresc.com

antiques Savvy Scavengers Antique Mall and Marketplace 205 W. Rutherford St. 864-457-6710 or savvyscavengersc.com Another Time Another Place 204 E. Rutherford St. 864-457-2411 Expressions Unlimited Florist and Antiques 105 E. Rutherford St. 864-457-6694 Landrum Eclectics 601 W. Rutherford St. 864-457-2314 Lavender Sage 101 N. Howard Ave. 864-457-5451

Market Antiques Inc. 110 Thrift Circle 864-423-3385 My Favorite Shoppe 21919 Asheville Highway 864-230-8585 Rustiques 702 E. Rutherford St. 864-908-1739 Fox Hollow Antiques 112 E. Rutherford St. 864-457-3891 Memory Lane 110 E. Rutherford St. 864-457-2190 Voyageur’s Antiques 22625 Asheville Highway 864-457-3955

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history

BACK IN THE DAY

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y 1540, some 47 years after Columbus discovered the New World, Hernando DeSoto had arrived in the mountain country, probably here in Polk County, where he found the Cherokee Tribe already in an advanced state of civilization.

The Indians lived in substantially built log houses. Though accomplished hunters, they subsisted chiefly by their knowledge of agriculture. They raised corn, pumpkins and beans.

The area was a fine place in which to live, as the first white settlers quickly learned. Several decades before the American Revolution, a sprinkling of families had set down their roots in the mountain coves in the midst of the Cherokee hunting lands. By 1768, traders were already traveling up the old Blackstock Road from Charleston to

bargain for furs and hides.

The proximity of the two civilizations resulted in many clashes and much bloodshed. The conflicts became so numerous that the royal governor, William Tryon, himself journeyed west from the colonial capital to parley with the Cherokees and negotiate a boundary line.

The new line agreed upon extended from a point near Greenville in South Carolina to the highest peak on White Oak Mountain. When the treaty had been signed, Gov. Tryon was flattered to learn that the settlers had named the highest place on White Oak “Tryon Peak.”

Determination of the boundary, however, failed to ensure safety for the pioneers to the east or for Indians to the west. Many vicious raids continued, despite the establishment of forts. One of

the heroes of the time was the American Indian Skyuka.

As its population slowly increased, the area became a favorite stopping place for drovers transporting livestock from Kentucky and Tennessee to seaboard harbors. With political independence, towns gradually emerged.

Polk, named to honor the Revolutionary War hero Col. William Polk, did not achieve county status until 1855.

Columbus, the county seat, was named for Dr. Columbus Mills of Mill Spring.

One of his ancestors, Col. Ambrose Mills, was a loyalist who was hanged by patriots after his capture at the Battle of Kings Mountain. An imposing courthouse, built of handmade brick in 1855, distinguishes the town of Columbus.

The ancient slave block still remains on the courthouse lawn. •

TRAITOR OR HERO? In June 1776, a Cherokee named Skyuka honored his friendship with 16-year-old Thomas Howard, who had saved him from a snakebite years before.

Skyuka guided Howard and his American patriots through what is now known as Howard’s Gap in the mountains of northern Polk County. The Americans snuck up in the rear of the British Tories and their Cherokee allies where they camped on what is now called Round Mountain.

Catching them completely by surprise, the patriots killed nearly all the American Indians and British. British loyalists later caught and hanged Skyuka from a sycamore tree near the foot of Tryon Mountain.

Today, rock-covered mounds mark where the Indians buried their dead on the battlefield of Round Mountain.

In 1909, the Junior Order United American Mechanics originally sponsored a monument to the battle of Round Mountain and first located it on Howard Gap Road, now known as Asheville Highway.

Because of the construction of I-26, the Daughters of the American Revolution sponsored reassembly and relocation in 1977 on Miller’s Mountain, opposite Round Mountain. The 20-foot tall obelisk now stands in Stearns Park, at the corner of Hampton and East Mills streets in Columbus.

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history THE BLOCK HOUSE The historic Block House became a prominent landmark for early settlers in 1750 because it marked the boundary line between North and South Carolina.

It was originally a trading post, then was fortified by local settlers during the French and Indian War. Historical mentions of the Block House are rare, though it is said in 1776, militia leader Thomas Howard used the building to stage an attack against the Cherokee.

Records from the early 1880s report a structure called the Block House stood on the border between North and South Carolina. On July 20, 1813, representatives of both states met at the Block House and marked the boundary at the building.

During the Civil War, the building became a haven for Confederate deserters and local Unionists, and was called “the Dark Corner.” After the war, the place gained a reputation as a hideout for highwaymen complete with a gambling hall, a still, a bar and cockfighting. In the late 1800s, locals drove out the bad elements and shut down the gambling.

POLK COUNTY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION MUSEUM The purposes of the Polk County Historical Association is to promote, advance, encourage and cultivate public and private interest in the history, oral histories, genealogy, archives and memoirs of Polk County, and to provide a location for the collection and preservation of local artifacts. Located at 60 Walker St. in downtown Columbus, the museum is open to the public on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., and on Saturdays, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free.

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TRYON HISTORICAL MUSEUM

The Tryon Historical Museum has showcased local history since opening in 2016. The museum is run by volunteers, and is located at 26 Maple St. in downtown Tryon. The museum was created to preserve and protect Tryon history. The museum has exhibits about Tryon’s history, as well as many programs throughout the year. For more information, visit tryonhistoricalmuseum.org or call 828-859-0123.

In 1767, British Gov. William Tryon declared there should be a boundary line between the colonists and the Cherokee Indians. The line stretched from Reedy River in South Carolina, 53 miles north to a Spanish oak atop the peak that the Indians called the “Great Mountain,” now known as Tryon Mountain, slightly north and west of modern day Columbus. From there the line extend to “Col. Chiswell’s mines” in Wythe County, Virginia.

On July 13, 1767, it was announced that all white settlers west of the line “should remove themselves by Jan. 1, 1768.” Anyone wishing to trade with the Cherokee was required to obtain a permit from the governor.

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arts

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o matter your artistic passion, there is an outlet here in the Foothills for creativity and discovery, whether you put paint on canvas, forge metal in the fire, arrange prose on paper, put clay in the kiln, create other worlds on stage or send harmonies to the wind.

With art ranging from contemporary and modern, to eclectic or rustic, there is an artist, gallery, show, festival or event that will satisfy your artistic yearning.

THE ARTS SCENE ART GALLERIES SALUDA Heartwood Gallery 21 E. Main St. 828-749-9365 heartwoodsaluda.com Random Arts & Apparel 481 Louisiana Ave. 828-749-1165 RandomArtsNow.com The Pottery 50 E. Main St. 828-683-8726 ThePotterySaluda.com

TRYON Thompson Garden Gallery and Outdoor Living 83 Palmer St. 828-859-3185 thompsongardengallery.com Upstairs Artspace 49 S Trade St 828-859-2828 upstairsartspace.com Willis and Sellers Art Gallery 112 N. Trade St. 843-509-7665, facebook.com/ Willisandsellersartgallery

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Green River Frame Shop and Gallery 145 N. Trade St. 828-859-2255 or Facebook: Green River Frame Shop and Gallery

Little Mountain Pottery/Tyson Graham Pottery 6148 Peniel Road 828-864-8091 Facebook: Little Mountain Pottery

Tryon Arts and Crafts School 373 Harmon Field Road 828-859-8323 tryonartsandcrafts.org

LANDRUM Edward J. Bednar Fine Art 221 E. Rutherford St. 704-807-4466 or edwardjbednarfineart.com

Tryon Fine Arts Center Gallery I 34 Melrose Ave., 828-859-8322 tryonarts.org Tryon Painters and Sculptors 78 N. Trade St., 828-859-0141 tryonpaintersandsculptors.com

Millstone Gallery 110 N. Trade Ave. 864-457-2202 TheMillstoneGallery.com

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DID YOU KNOW? PIECING IT TOGETHER The Landrum Quilters is an active group of 130 members who meet monthly in Campobello, South Carolina, to share artistic and sewing techniques, work on philanthropic projects, hold workshops, and form lasting friendships.

Learn more at LandrumQuilters.com.

MUSIC ASSOCIATIONS/ PERFORMANCE VENUES Tryon Concert Association Performances are held at Tryon Fine Arts Center.

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TALENT ON STAGE Tryon’s Lanier Library, named after poet Sidney Lanier and founded by a pioneering group of civic-minded women in 1889, brings the best of literary arts to its thriving membership, including Literary Open Stage, an event where local writers and poets share their original works. The library also offers frequent book signings and author talks.

72 Chestnut St., Tryon 828-859-9535 or lanierlib.org

Methodist Church.

Musicinlandrum.org Facebook: Music in Landrum Tryon Fine Arts Center World-class music performances, films and exhibits are held throughout the year on the Veh Stage, the Peterson Amphitheater, and in Gallery I. 34 Melrose Ave., Tryon 828-859-8322 TryonArts.org

THEATER Tryon Little Theater TLT stages four theatrical productions a year, plus special events and summer youth productions. Auditions are open to the public.

516 S. Trade St. 828-859-2466 tltinfo.org

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children’s activities

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hether you like to stay busy, or chill with friends and family, there are fun places to go and exciting things to do. Day camps with a focus on the arts, athletics and sports are available, plus there are adventures to be had on the Green River or high above the gorge in Saluda.

SUMMER AND DAY CAMPS Foothills Equestrian Nature Center 3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon 828-859-9021, fence.org Stearns Day Camp 105 N. Peak St. Columbus 828-894-8199 recreation@polknc.org Tryon Little Theater 516 South Trade St. Tryon 828-859-2466, tltinfo.org

Tryon Arts and Crafts School 373 Harmon Field Road Tryon 828-859-8323 tryonartsandcrafts.org Polk County High School – Volleyball Camp 1681 Highway 108 Columbus 828-894-2525 pchs.polkschools.org The Adventure School 3493 U.S. Highway 176, Tryon, 828-817- 0454 theadventureschool.org

Tryon Fine Arts Center 34 Melrose Ave. Tryon 828-859-8322 tryonarts.org Polk County 4-H 60 Gibson St. Columbus 828-894-8218, polk.ces. ncsu.edu Gibson Park Pool Swimming Lessons 236 Park St. Columbus 828-894-2646 recreation@polknc.org

Horseback Riding Lessons Ages 4 to adults beginners through advanced.

Bright’s Creek Equestrian Center 2222 Palmer Road Mill Spring 828-694-4500 or BrightsCreek.com

PLAYGROUNDS Stearns Park Includes a paved walking path loop and Stearns Gym with indoor recreational activities East Mills Street/Highway 108 (across from the Polk County Courthouse) Columbus Brookwood Park Half mile paved walking path, some shaded, and a playground.

East Rutherford Street/ Highway 14, between South Poplar, South Bomar and Brookwood Drive, Landrum McCreery Park A busy playground and park located in the heart of Saluda that features swings, slides and an obstacle course as well as a covered picnic area and gazebo

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Intersection of Greenville and Maple streets Saluda Harmon Field Thirty-six acres containing paved walking path loop with a fitness course, paved oval walking track, playground, tennis courts, basketball courts, baseball fields, picnic shelter and cabin, equestrian riding rings and stables 117 Harmon Field Road Tryon

SWIMMING Gibson Park Pool Public swimming pool.

Summer hours: Tuesday through Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, 1-5 p.m.

Lap swim: Tuesday – Friday, 8-10 a.m. Fee for pool use.

Annual pass available.

236 Park St. Columbus 828-894-2646 polknc.org/pool Harmon Field Beach Public river swimming and a public park with playgrounds 117 Harmon Field Road Tryon, 828-859-5784 for cabin reservations or more information

events APRIL MAY JUNE

APRIL 8 Go Fly a Kite, 1 p.m., springtime, kite flying, celebration, Foothills Equestrian Nature Center 3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon 828-859-9021, fence.org APRIL 13 Conserving Carolina’s Spring Hiking Series - Palmetto Trail, guided hike, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., meet at the Tryon Antique Mall and Market Place, 1005 S. Trade St., Tryon 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

828-859-5060 conservingcarolina. org APRIL 14 72nd Running of the Block House Races (Steeplechase), 8 a.m.,

Green Creek Race Course, 6985 S. Highway 9, Columbus, 828-8631000, tickets: 828-863-0480 APRIL 14 - MAY 12 Member/Guest Show, Tuesday Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tryon Painters and Sculptors, 78 N. Trade St., Tryon, 828-859-0141 APRIL 15 Music in Landrum, 3 p.m., Landrum United Methodist 227 N. Howard Ave., Landrum APRIL 17 Wildflower Hike, 9 a.m., Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, 3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon 828-859-9021, fence.org Stage Door Series: Pure Poetry II, 7 p.m., Veh Stage, Tryon Fine Arts Center, 34 Melrose Ave., Tryon 828-859-8322

APRIL 21 Dark Corner Classic Car Show 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Downtown Landrum N. Trade St. 864-457-3788 cityoflandrumsc.com

APRIL 19 Christopher Titus:Amerigeddon, 8 p.m., Veh Stage, Tryon Fine Arts Center, 34 Melrose Ave., Tryon 828-859-8322 APRIL 20-22 Blue Ridge Dog Agility Show, USDAA Trial, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, 3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon 828-859-9021, fence.org APRIL 21 Dark Corner Classic Car show, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Downtown Landrum, N. Trade St., 864-457-3788, cityoflandrumsc.com Fourth Annual Pig Pickin’, 1 p.m., Parker-Binns Vineyard, 7382 E. Highway 108, Mill Spring 828-894-0154 Main Stage Series: Edwin McCain, 8 p.m., Veh Stage, Tryon Fine Arts Center, 34 Melrose Ave., Tryon, 828-859-8322

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APRIL 21-22 The Arts & Flowers Festival, Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tryon Arts and Crafts School, 373 Harmon Field Road, Tryon 828-859-8323 APRIL 22 Family Concert with Basement Bunch, 4 p.m., Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, 3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon, 828-8599021, fence.org APRIL 26-MAY 6 Tryon Little Theater’s Production of “Almost, Maine,” Thursday-Saturday, shows at 8 p.m., Sundays shows at 3 p.m., Tryon Little Theater Workshop Stage, 516 S. Trade St., Tryon, 828-859-2466, tickets, tltinfo.org APRIL 26-MAY 21 Sunset Series: Outdoor Concerts, Peterson Amphitheater, Tryon Fine Arts Center, 34 Melrose Ave., Tryon, 828-859-8322 APRIL 28 Jerry’s Baddle, dual sport race to honor Jerry Beckwith, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Meets at Wilderness Cove Tubing and Camping, 3772 Green River Cove Road, Saluda, register: jerrysbaddle.org Animal Presentation with Naturalist Carlton Burke, 2 p.m., Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, 3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon, 828859-9021, fence.org 10th Annual Sidney Lanier Poetry Competition Awards Ceremony and reception, 4 p.m., Lanier Library, 72 Chestnut St., Tryon, 828-859-9535 APRIL 29 Carolina Community Chorus Spring Concert, 3 p.m., Polk County High School, 1681 Highway 108, Columbus, carolinacommunitychorus.org

events MAY 1 Film Series: Roman Holiday, 7 p.m., Veh Stage, Tryon Fine Arts Center, 34 Melrose Ave., Tryon 828-859-8322

MAY 26 Foothills Pet Fest 4-7 p.m.

Downtown Columbus, Courthouse Street

MAY 5 Huckleberrys Street Celebration, noon to 5 p.m., craft/art/music fair, 62 N. Trade St., Tryon 828-436-0025

MAY 19 Saluda Arts Festival, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., fine arts, crafts and performing artists, downtown Saluda, Main Street, 817-946-1284

Saturday Night Lights, May 5, 12, 19, 26, 5 to 10 p.m., equestrian show jumping competition event, free carousel rides, face-painting, kids activities, Tryon International Equestrian Center, 25 International Blvd., Mill Spring, 828-863-1000, tryon.com

MAY 19 Harmon Field Music Festival, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., 1 Harmon Field Road, Tryon, 828-859-6236

MAY 12 GRO FEST, Music Festival supporting local farmers, 4 to 10 p.m., 335 Harmon Dairy Lane, Columbus, 828-436-0040, grofest.org

MAY 19 - JUNE 16 Members’ Show “Spring Fever,” Tuesday - Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tryon Painters and Sculptors, 78 N. Trade St., Tryon, 828-8590141 MAY 26 Foothills Pet Fest, 4 to 7 p.m., (Rain date: June 16) Courthouse Street, Columbus, 828-894-2444

MAY 12 GRO FEST

MAY 19 Saluda Arts Festival

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events JUNE JUNE 24 Farm to Trade Street 6-9 p.m.

Downtown Tryon North Trade Street downtowntryon.org

JUNE 2 AND 16 Music at the Tracks, 7 p.m., Landrum Depot, 211 S. 562, Landrum, 864-457-3000, cityoflandrumsc.com JUNE 2 High Flyer Dog Agility, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, 3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon 828-859-9021, fence.org JUNE 23 PolkFresh Farm Tour, selfguided tour through Polk County’s farm country, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., growrural.org

JUNE 24 Farm to Trade Street, 6 to 9 p.m., North Trade Street, Tryon, downtown Tryon become a outdoor dining experience, produced by Tryon Downtown Development Association, 828-859-6484, dowtowntryon.org JUNE 23 - JULY 28 Member/Guest Show, Tuesday - Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tryon Painters and Sculptors, 78 N. Trade St., Tryon, 828859-0141

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equestrian

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estled in the Carolina Foothills, Tryon’s horse country has a deep history, enduring traditions and exciting growth planned in the years ahead.

From foxhunters and hounds crossing meadow and wood, to carriage trotting on River Road, youngsters participating in pony club activities, rodeos and barrel racing, polo competition, bustling weekend horse shows, relaxing trail systems, and the internationally known Block House Steeplechase, the Foothills are bursting with equestrian activities and competition.

Harmon Field, Foothills Equestrian Nature Center and Tryon International Equestrian Center are the hub of much

of the activity in this area, with shows and programming scheduled for most of the year.

As you would expect in a community with such an emphasis on the equestrian lifestyle, there are veterinarians, farriers, tack and feed suppliers, trailer and equipment dealers, realtors, and a range of innkeepers, boutiques and restaurants established to accommodate horses (and their people) in comfort and style. In fact, look for the “Boots & Breeches Always Welcome” sign in businesses throughout the Foothills.

EQUESTRIAN EVENTS APRIL 4-8 The FORK, World Equestrian Games Eventing Test Event, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tryon International Equestrian Center, 25 International Blvd., Mill Spring, 828-8631000, tryon.com WEG Vaulting Test Event CVI 1/2/3, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tryon International Equestrian Center, 25 International Blvd., Mill Spring, 828-863-1000, tryon.com APRIL 12-15 Tryon Welcome 3 - Hunter AA/Level 4, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tryon International Equestrian Center, 25 International Blvd., Mill Spring, 828-863-1000, tryon.com APRIL 14 72nd Running of the Block House Races

(Steeplechase), 8 a.m., Green Creek Race Course, 6985 S. Highway 9, Columbus, 828-863-1000, tickets: 828-863-0480 APRIL 14-15 Foothills Equestrian Nature Center Horse Trials, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, 3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon, 828859-9021, fence.org APRIL 19-22 Tryon Spring Dressage 1 CDI3/CPEDI3 Test Event and National Show, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tryon International Equestrian Center, 25 International Blvd., Mill Spring, 828-8631000, tryon.com WEG Driving Test Event CAI 3, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tryon International Equestrian Center, 25 International Blvd., Mill

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Spring, 828-863-1000, tryon.com APRIL 26-28 WEG Endurance Test Event CEI 2, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tryon International Equestrian Center, 25 International Blvd., Mill Spring, 828-863-1000, tryon.com APRIL 26-29 Tryon Welcome 4 -Level 3, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tryon International Equestrian Center, 25 International Blvd., Mill Spring, 828-8631000, tryon.com APRIL 28 Foothills Equestrian Nature Center Open Horse Show, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, 3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon, 828-859-9021, fence.org

MAY 1-6 Tryon Spring 1 - CSI 2/ Hunter AA/Level 6, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tryon International Equestrian Center, 25 International Blvd., Mill Spring 828-863-1000, tryon.com MAY 4-5 BRHJA Mothers Celebration Horse Show, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, 3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon, 828-859-9021, fence.org MAY 8-13 28th Annual Carolina Classic Derby, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tryon International Equestrian Center, 25 International Blvd., Mill Spring, 828-863-1000, tryon.com MAY 10-13 Carolina Classic - WEG Reining Test Event

CRI 1,2,3, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tryon International Equestrian Center, 25 International Blvd., Mill Spring, 828-863-1000, tryon.com Tryon Spring 2 - Hunter A/Level 48 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tryon International Equestrian Center, 25 International Blvd., Mill Spring, 828-863-1000, tryon.com MAY 12 Therapeutic Riding of Tryon Veterans Program, 9 a.m., Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, 3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon, 828-859-9021, fence.org MAY 13 Hunter Pace, 8 a.m., Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, 3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon, 828859-9021, fence.org

MAY 17 - 20 Tryon Spring 3 - CSI 3/ Hunter AA & WCHR/Level 4, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tryon International Equestrian Center, 25 International Blvd., Mill Spring 828-863-1000, tryon.com MAY 18 Pony Club Rally, 8 a.m., Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, 3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon 828-859-9021, fence.org MAY 24-27 Tryon Spring 4 -CSI 3/ Hunter AA/Level 5, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tryon International Equestrian Center, 25 International Blvd., Mill Spring, 828-8631000, tryon.com

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AREA EQUESTRIAN ORGANIZATIONS FENCE Foothills Equestrian Nature Center offers 380 acres of nature and recreation possibilities, online at FENCE.org.

DID YOU KNOW? The 19th-century surveyors who laid out Tryon stuck a compass in the map and drew the town boundaries as a circle a mile and a half in diameter. At the center of that circle stands the Tryon Horse, known as Morris, a jumbo version of a popular toy originally created for the Tryon Horse Show.

WHO WAS CARTER P. BROWN? Carter Brown was a gentleman from Michigan who first came to Tryon in the fall of 1917. He was a horseman who put Tryon on the map as an equestrian center. He was the first president of the Tryon Riding and Hunt Club, which was established in 1925. He also started a fox hunt, the Tryon Hounds, in 1926, and was master of foxhounds for many years. He was the guiding light of the Tryon Horse Show, and the father of steeplechasing in Tryon.

DID YOU KNOW? The area’s first settlers, led by Elijah Clark, who later was a hero of the American Revolution, began to move into Polk, Spartanburg and Greenville counties around 1750.

Also among the early arrivals were the Earle brothers: John, who built Earle’s fort on the north side of the Pacolet; and Bayliss, who created the fine estate, Four Columns, on the south side. The original Block House, site of the famed steeplechase of the same name, was built around 1756 for protection against the Indians.

The Block House Steeplechase is one of the premier events in Tryon, which supports much of the horse sport in the area. The first steeplechase in Tryon was run in 1934, and is now run annually each spring.

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Foothills Riding Club FRC is organized for the purpose of promoting understanding and enjoyment of equestrian activities, particularly dressage and combined training. Visit FoothillsRidingClub.org to learn more.

River Valley Pony Club River Valley Pony Club is a local chapter of the United States Pony Club and part of USPC’s Carolina Region.

Tryon Hounds The Tryon Hounds maintains all the traditions associated with mounted fox hunting, and provides a seven-month season of riding to hounds in Polk County, and upper Spartanburg County.

Events, galleries and news are online at TryonHounds.com.

Tryon Riding & Hunt Club Organizer of the annual Block House Steeplechase, Tryon Riding & Hunt Club is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and preserving the equestrian tradition in Polk County and Upstate South Carolina.

Visit them online at BlockHouseRaces.com.

Western Carolina Hunter Pace and Trail Ride Series Series of competitive horseback rides held at a variety of locations through the Western Carolinas. Photos, stats and more are posted at wchpace.org.

EQUESTRIAN EVENTS MAY 29-JUNE 3 Tryon Spring 5 - CSI 3/ Hunter AA/Level 6, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tryon International Equestrian Center, 25 International Blvd., Mill Spring, 828-8631000, tryon.com

JUNE 11 - 22 Foothills Equestrian Horse Camp, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, 3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon, 828-859-9021, fence.org

JUNE 5 - 10 Tryon Spring 6 – 90th TR&HC Charity Horse Show – CSI 4*/Hunter AA/Level 6, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tryon International Equestrian Center, 25 International Blvd., Mill Spring, 828-863-1000, tryon.com

JUNE 14-17 Harmon Classics Derby Mania, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, 3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon, 828859-9021, fence.org

JUNE 9-10 Dressage Clinic, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, 3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon, 828-859-9021, fence.org

JUNE 23-24 Pony Club Camp, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, 3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon, 828-859-9021, fence.org JUNE 29-30 Foothills Equestrian Nature Center Rodeo, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, 3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon, 828-859-9021, fence.org

JUNE 15 - 17 Tryon Summer Dressage 1 National, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tryon International Equestrian Center, 25 International Blvd., Mill Spring, 828-863-1000, tryon.com

WHERE TO BUY SUPPLIES COLUMBUS

LANDRUM

Green Creek Farm Supply 2291 Chesnee Road Campobello 828-863-4343

The Farm House 22341 Asheville Highway 864-457-3557

The Hay Rack On 9 6331 Highway 9 828-863-0536 Larry Stott’s Garage 4450 Landrum Road 828-894-3291 Re-Ride Consignment Tack Shop LLC 6431 Highway 9, Suite 5 828-863-2770

CAMPOBELLO Ken Feagin Truck & Trailer 4125 Compton Bridge Road 828-230-9590 Stack House Western Hay LLC 406 S. Main St. 828-380-0062

The Hay Rack 325 W. Rutherford St. 864-457-2155

MILL SPRING Dover Saddlery 30 Legends Circle 828-393-3692 Edwards Landscaping Supplies 109 Post Office Road 828-894-0741

TRYON Little Mountain Farm Supply 4234 Highway 9 828-863-4500

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boutiques & shopping PJ’s Fashion on Main 109 E. Rutherford St., Landrum

SHOP ‘TIL YOU DROP

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ne thing visitors will notice here in the Polk County and Landrum area is that we have numerous mom and pop establishments, from the corner hardware store in Landrum and the artisan market in Tryon, to the outdoor clothing gear store in Saluda and a quaint florist shop in Columbus.

You have to drive a ways (at least 30 minutes in any direction) to find a major shopping center or mall.

The Carolina Foothills Chamber of Commerce regularly stresses the importance of buying local, and supporting the merchants and their families who live and work in the immediate area, not to mention our tax base right here at home. We have a diverse group of boutiques, and you are sure to find gifts to bring home from your travels, or maybe you will find something special for yourself.

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LANDRUM Covington & Co. Jewelry 210-A E. Rutherford St. 864-457-5854 Facebook.com/ Covington-companyjewelry Honey Child 120 E. Rutherford St. 864-457-2428 honeychildchildrensshop.com Horse and Home 200 E. Rutherford St. 864-457-2102 HorseAndHomeCollection.com Imagination Station II 110 N. Trade Ave. 864-457-2005 imaginationstationII.com

Kenzie 118 E. Rutherford St. 828-817-9971 Facebook.com/Kenzie Lucy’s Boutique 1508 E. Rutherford St. 864-457-4445 Facebook.com/ LucysboutiqueLLC PJ’s Fashions on Main 109 E. Rutherford St. 864-457-3360 PJsFashionsOnMain.com Perry Ltd. 212 E. Rutherford St. 864-457-1250 Sissy Boutique and Gifts 210-B E. Rutherford St. 864-457-2425 Facebook.com/ Sissyboutiqueandgifts

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Historic Thompson’s Store/ Ward’s Grill 24 Main St., Saluda

ing Someth ne! ryo for Eve Hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 5pm / Sunday 12pm - 5pm 221 E. Rutherford St. / Landrum / 864-457-4000

SALUDA Brass Latch 181 Main St. 828-749-4200 Saluda.com/brasslatch

Salamander 7 W. Main St. 828-749-3466

The Dressing Room, Etc. 137 E. Main St. 828-749-9555 TheDressingRoomEtc.com

Saluda Outfitters 435 Main St. 828-848-4060 SaludaOutfitters.com

Heartwood Gallery 21 E. Main St. 828-749-9365 heartwoodsaluda.com

Sassafras 46 E. Main St. 828-749-2379 Facebook.com/ SassafrasSaluda

Historic Thompson’s Store/ Ward’s Grill 24 Main St. 828-749-2321 thompsons-store.com Duck Alley Gift Shop 24 W. Main St. 828-749-3687 Random Arts & Apparel 481 Louisiana Ave. 828-749-1165 RandomArtsNow.com

Scents of Saluda 141 E. Main St. 828-489-9168 Somewhere in Time 70 E. Main St. 828-749-1514 Sweet Earth Mountain Resale/Thrift/Consignment 160 W. Main St. 828-794-3505 TRYONDAILYBULLETIN.COM | 49

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COLUMBUS Unique Boutique, Gift Shop and Book Nook at Adawehi 93 Adawehi Lane 828-894-5260 Adawehi.com The Flower Cottage of Columbus 148 E. Mills St. 828-894-3989 Purrrfect Bark 155 W. Mills St., Suite 109 828-894-2444

TRYON Equitreasures 148 N. Trade St. 828-440-1444 Facebook.com/equitreasures Birdie’s Boutique 90 N. Trade St. facebook.com/birdiesboutique/

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Vines of Tryon 112 N. Trade St. 828-859-7039 vinesoftryon.com Owen’s Pharmacy 38 N. Trade St. 828-859-9181 The Nest Artisan Market 13 S. Trade St. 404-319-1052 Facebook: The Nest Artisan Market Blue Ridge Barkway Pet Salon & Boutique 10 Maple St. 828-440-1217 Facebook: Blue Ridge Barkway Pet Grooming Salon & Boutique Southern by Design 98 N. Trade St. 828-440-1555 southernbydesignsc.com

agriculture

LIVING OFF THE LAND

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ome people call it “paradise,” and the rural nature of the county is the main reason. People in the Foothills, if they choose, can almost live entirely “off the grid” and rarely visit a grocery store.

That’s because farms are so prevalent locally.

It is not uncommon to get stuck behind a tractor, or to stop and wait for chickens or turkeys to cross the road, or even an occasional cow.

FARM STORE

The area has thriving farmers markets, where residents can get a variety of homegrown foods, as well as the Mill Spring Farm Store, where many local farmers sell their products, including produce, meat, fish and homemade canned and baked goods.

VINEYARDS

Polk County has a variety of vineyards, where people can stock up on locally produced wines. See page 24 for more details.

SOURCING LOCAL

The county has several businesses besides the farm store that source local agricultural products, including Manna Cabanna in Tryon, Meanwhile Back in Saluda, Martha’s Amish Bakery in Green Creek and OpenRoad Coffee in Columbus.

FARMERS MARKETS

Farmers markets are in full swing through the fall. Tryon’s market is at Harmon Field on Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to noon; Saluda’s market is in the city’s downtown parking lot off U.S. Highway 176 on Fridays, from 4:306:30 p.m.; Columbus’ market is in front of the Polk County Courthouse from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturdays; and Landrum’s market is held beside the railroad tracks on Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. to noon.

BEEKEEPERS

Polk County also has a beekeepers association, and lots of locally harvested honey. Details are online at PolkCountyFarms.org.

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LOCAL FARMS

While Polk’s number one cash crop is hay, do not be surprised to discover there are some unique farms all around.

Nelon Knoll Bison is one place to purchase bison, while Emerald Springs Farm

features an aquaponics greenhouse system to get excellent fresh lettuce mixes and other greens.

Buttercup Cottage in Saluda grows tomatoes, onions, beans, apples, figs, pears, herbs and other tasty items. Buttercup Cottage grows using organic methods

and sells a variety of canned products at the local farmers markets and local restaurants, including the Purple Onion in Saluda.

Sunny Creek Farm grows hydroponic sprouts and is a local produce distributor, and GoGarlic! is a group of ladies who know garlic in and out.

TK Family Farm is a high-density apple orchard that also produces pork and eggs. Bradley Family Farms produces beef, pork, chicken and eggs, and local mushrooms can be found at Adawehi in Columbus and Myla Rose Farm.

FARM TOUR

To catch a glimpse of Polk County’s agriculture, do not miss out on this year’s PolkFresh Farm Tour.

Participants can tour the county’s finest farms and vineyards this summer. For more information and to see a list of participating farms, visit growrural.org.

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farmers markets

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o not laugh, but, the farmers markets in Polk County and Landrum are the place to see and be seen!

It is a social gathering spot, complete with music, crafts, produce, food and more. What more do you need?

Come as a stranger but leave as a friend, plus you will have some great, healthy, fresh and local food for your table.

FROM FARM TO TABLE Tryon Farmers Market Tryon has been voted one of the best places in America to raise a family, and the Tryon Market is the place to feed that family.

May through November Thursdays, 4:30-6:30 p.m.

Tryon Depot Plaza Follow the Tryon Market on Facebook for up to date vendor and market news.

Get text updates about this market by texting gro412 to 828-548-1316.

Saluda Tailgate Market A bustling market located up the hill, this market features food vendors from our region selling some of the best tasting and healthiest produce,

meat, eggs, baked goods, and more, around.

May through October Fridays, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Off of West Main Street Get text updates about this market by texting gro237 to 828-548-1316.

Columbus Tailgate Market Join a plethora of vendors each Saturday for an amazing assortment of Polk County’s best homegrown produce, meat, cheese, eggs and more. See amazing arts and crafts and value added products.

April through November Saturdays, 8 a.m. to noon Courthouse Street Follow the Columbus Market on Facebook for

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up to date vendor and market news.

Get text updates about this market by texting gro846 to 828-548-1316 Landrum Farmers Market Join a large group of vendors each Saturday morning for an amazing assortment of delicious homegrown produce, meat, honey, eggs and more. Coffee and biscuits are available, too, as you listen to local musicians.

May through October Saturdays, 8 a.m. to noon On Trade Avenue on the grass beside the tracks from the depot to the East Rutherford Street intersection.

Green Creek Community Market Every third Saturday 7 a.m. to noon 828-863-2422 Green Creek Community Center

through Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The store also has a Tryon location, 17 S. Trade St. For more information, call Carol Lynn Jackson at 828-8172308.

Manna Cabanna Local Organic Market Looking for fresh, locally grown seasonal vegetables and herbs for your pantry?

You will love shopping on the shaded deck of this old train caboose in Saluda where you get to pick out your own selection of veggies while you enjoy the wonderful mountain breezes. Carrying local eggs, meats, cheeses, honey, jams, jellies and more. Open May through October, Wednesday

Beneficial Foods Organic Grocery This natural foods market carries a full array of healthy foods including fresh, organic produce, herbs and spices, jams, jellies, honey, baking goods, health and beauty products, nuts, grains, organic snack foods and environmentally friendly household cleaning products.

828-894-0737 93 Adawehi Lane Columbus

living local PEDAL TO THE METAL

It is no surprise that some of the most irresistible biking roads are found in this region. Take the 48-mile Green River Cove Loop or go off-road on the 13-mile Green River mountain bike trail located just off Big Hungry Road in Saluda for a unique perspective of the area.

Visit steepclimbs.com or singletracks.com.

LIVING LA VIDA LOCAL While you’re visiting our area, we hope you feel comfortable and welcomed! One way to do that is to share our local favorite things, which are not advertised on giant billboards or splashed across the TV, but are worth a visit, a taste or a try! Want to live like the locals?

Here are some of our favorite suggestions.

Me-Oh-My! Their recipe for cole slaw is a closely guarded secret, so do not bother asking. For those wanting an authentic home-cooked southern meal head just outside of Tryon up Highway 176 to Caro-Mi Restaurant, set alongside the Pacolet River. Since 1945, Caro-Mi has been a tucked away, favorite spot for locals, offering seasonal favorites in an inviting, rustic atmosphere. No alcohol served.

Accepts cash only.

3231 U.S. Highway 176, Tryon 828-859-5200 or caro-mi.com Get tied up in (garlic) knots Whether you’re a garlic fanatic or attempting to ward off vampires, the place to fulfill your garlic cravings is at The Brick Pizzeria in Columbus. The Brick serves up baskets of mouth-watering garlic knots that are perfect with marinara for dipping (or dunking). The family-friendly atmosphere and diverse menu of American and Italian favorites make The Brick a local favorite you will not want to miss.

311 E. Mills St., Columbus 828-894-2299 Take my breath away!

The spectacular views of Columbus and the surrounding area found at the top of White Oak Mountain are unrivaled. Originally planned as a sanitarium, White Oak Mountain now serves as a mountain commu-

nity encompassing 399 acres of community green space. Take a drive down Houston Road to White Oak Mountain Drive and enjoy the scenic uphill drive that crosses the main source of water for Columbus, Shunkawauken Falls, up to the breathtaking vista at the top.

Just be sure your brakes are in good working order for the journey back down!

Random Arts & Apparel For those seeking a truly whimsical experience look no further than Random Arts & Apparel. The mission statement of Random Arts is to offer “assorted goods for creative mindfulness,” a statement betrayed immediately by its vibrant exterior and welcoming atmosphere. From art supplies, crafts and clothing to antiques and found objects, the common theme throughout this diverse collection is art. Workshops and classes are offered throughout the year to encourage everyone to find their perfect medium of artistic expression.

481 Louisiana Ave., Saluda 828-749-1165 Randomartsnow.com Pine Crest Inn For history buffs a trip to the Pine Crest Inn offers a chance to step back into time. Visit the 240-yearold woodcutter’s cottage or stroll around the inn, which has been serving guests since 1917 and is the spot Ernest Hemmingway and F. Scott Fitzgerald choose to stay during their visits to Tryon. While you’re there be sure to stop by the Fox and Hounds Bar for a wide selection of after-dinner aperitifs or book a room for the night in this historic landmark.

85 Pine Crest Lane, Tryon 800-633-3001 or Pinecrestinn.com

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living local BOOKS & BITES

When the weather starts to get a little rainy, who doesn’t get the urge to retreat indoors and pass the time with a good book? In Tryon, there is a small independent bookseller, the Book Shelf (86 N. Trade St.), and just doors down is the Tryon Coffeehouse Co-op (62A N. Trade St.). Pick out a bestseller, or a book by one of many local authors, and enjoy a steaming mug of delicious coffee and a scone or cinnamon roll.

WHAT’S PLAYING?

Since 1938, the independently owned Tryon Theatre has been operating in the historic downtown, providing residents and vistiors a chance to partake in a timeless movie experience. Open Wednesday through Sunday, the theater offers one showing a day, along with a plethora of classic movie concessions and an upstairs balcony that serves beer and wine. The theater only accepts cash or check, so be sure to keep that in mind when making plans.

45 S. Trade St., Tryon, 828-859-6811 or tryontheater.com

Dine out with your dog Looking for a dog friendly place to eat? Head over to Stone Soup Market & Café in Landrum and visit the dog park behind the restaurant.

Locals love to take their canine companions out to breakfast, lunch or dinner.

1522 E. Rutherford St., Landrum 864-457-5255 or Stonesoupoflandrum.com

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Bargain hunting Like the thrill of second-hand shopping? Are you thrifty, but still want to support a worthy cause? There are several thrift shops in the area that offer incredible bargains, and support hospice, stray animals, our domestic violence shelter and affordable housing.

Hospice Thrift Barn: 1810 Highway 14, Landrum 864-457-7348 Paws, Prayers & Promises: 112 E. Rutherford St., Landrum 864-457-3694 Steps to Hope Second Chance Thrift Store: 232 E. Mills St. Columbus, 828-894-2373 Habitat For Humanity Restore: 132 N. Trade Ave., Landrum 864-457-2666

lodging

REST AWHILE If you plan to stay longer than a day, you will need a place to stay. Below are suggestions that range from rustic to glam, from campgrounds and cabins, to lodges and bed and breakfast inns.

For other options, visit vrbo.com for homes available by the night, or for a longer stay.

Adawehi Wellness Retreat The Adawehi Campus is nestled on 125 acres of woodlands, where a balance of natural and manicured gardens shows off the diversity of nature. Over the years, Adawehi has grown to include 10 community houses, a healing center, conference center, three shops, health food store, exercise facility and bed and breakfast.

93 Adawehi Lane, Columbus, Adawehi.com or 828-894-5260 Blue Firefly Inn An incredible nutritious breakfast is provided with your room and private bath as well as the option of a midday recovery meal. A clean, modern interior balanced with the historical integrity of this 1922 craftsmanstyle home provides comfort and character with plenty of elbow room. Maps, guided trips, and support for all your mountain adventures are available — including a SAG wagon if you find yourself in a bind.

91 Greenville St., Saluda 828-808-4248 or BlueFireflyInn.com

Orchard Inn

An elegant mountain retreat, Orchard Inn in Saluda is a historic bed and breakfast that features stunning mountain scenery, warm and welcoming staff, and the farm-to-table fine dining restaurant known as Newman’s.

100 Orchard Inn Lane, Saluda, 800-581-3800/828-749-5471 or orchardinn.com Butterfly Creek Inn Tucked between creek and woods is Butterfly Creek Inn. Enjoy waterfall, creek, mountains, and experience extraordinary breakfasts, bedside treats, flowers and candlelight desserts.

780 Smith Dairy Road, Columbus 828-894-6393 or ButterflyCreekInnTryon. com

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Days Inn Columbus Located conveniently in Columbus at the Columbus exit off Interstate 26, the hotel features 59 rooms, outdoor pool, RV/bus parking, free breakfast and wireless internet.

626 W. Mills St., Columbus 828-894-3303

End of the Road Cabin Rentals With six cabins to choose from, all with a queen size bed and micro loft which can accommodate a golfing buddy or your grand kids. Each cabin contains everything you will need for a comfy stay is available including a full kitchen and bath.

444 Delind Drive, Mill Spring 828-817-1041 or EndOfTheRoadNC.com

Melrose Inn Built in 1889, the historic Melrose Inn is friendly, comfortable and inspiring — and right in the heart of Tryon, walking distance to restaurant, galleries, the movie theater and more.

55 Melrose Ave., Tryon, Melrose-inn.com 828-859-0234

lodging Paradise Cozy Cabins Paradise Cozy Cabin Vacation Rentals are nestled quietly among foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains near Tryon, Mill Spring, Lake Lure and Chimney Rock Park, offering comfortable lodging accommodations, mountain views and private nature settings. Located 3 miles from Tryon International Equestrian Center and walking distance to Parker-Binns Vineyard Winery.

7505 Hwy 108 East, Mill Spring 828-894-5730 (daytime) 828-447-3370 (evening) Paradisecozycabins.com Pine Crest Inn and Restaurant The 1906 Pine Crest Inn awaits you with its 33 affordable rooms, luxurious suites, intimate cottages, romantic cabins, award winning restaurant and beautiful year-round flowering gardens make it a perfect destination for any occasion.

85 Pine Crest Lane, Tryon 800-633-3001 PineCrestInn.com Saluda Mountain Lodge The Saluda Mountain Lodge offers exceptionally clean, cozy, and serene guestrooms surrounded by astonishing mountain splendor.

Perched atop the rim of the majestic Green River Gorge, The Lodge offers stunning views of five mountain ranges, ever-changing watercolor sunsets, and surreal star-gazing by the fire pit.

1793 Holbert Cove Road, Saluda, 828-749-4951 SaludaMountainLodge.com Tryon Resort at Tryon International Equestrian Center Choose from a variety of lodging options in this incredibly beautiful equestrian center — all are within easy walking distance of restaurants, a general store and all the equestrian arenas and stab les.

4066 Pea Ridge Road, Mill Spring, 828-863-1000, Tryon.com

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Oaks Bed and Breakfast

The Oaks Bed and Breakfast is a spectacular 1895 Queen Anne Victorian located in Saluda, featuring elegant fireplaces and chandeliers, an expansive wrap-around porch, five spacious and comfortable guest rooms, and a Carriage House with a complete suite — all within an easy walk to town.

339 Greenville Street, Saluda 800-893-6091/828-749-2000, TheOaksBedAndBreakfast.com

Red Horse Inn

A stately bed and breakfast on 190 mountain-view acres with six Victorian style cottages in the middle of fox hunting country, the Red Horse Inn offers relaxing couples retreats and much more, including swimming and tennis, wedding facilities, and delicious breakfasts.

45 Winstons Chase Court, Landrum 864-909-1575, TheRedHorseInn.com

CAMPGROUNDS Orchard Lake Campground Wooded campsites with fire rings for tents, full hook-ups for recreatio vehicles, and three A-frame cottages. Two private lakes for fishing (no license required), boating, and swimming. Lots of games and amenities. For group gatherings, there is a recreation hall with small kitchen and an event tent.

460 Orchard Lake Road, Saluda 828-749-3901 OrchardLakeCampground.com Silver Creek Campground Rent tubes, canoes and kayaks.

Also shuttle service to the Green River for drop-off and pickup. Paint ball, mini golf, swimming pool, fishing ponds, camp store and many more amenities. Four rustic sleeping cabins with fans plus three

rental campers available.

3111 Silver Creek Road Mill Spring, 800-510-1603 CampingFriend.com/silvercreek campground Wilderness Cove Campground Wilderness Cove offers wooded, primitive campsites and limited water/electric sites.

Each campsite has its own fire pit and many have its own picnic table. Also available are “sleeper cabins” which are one room units with beds and electricity. Bathhouse with showers on the campground.

3772 Green River Cove Road, Saluda, 828-749-9100 WildernessCoveCampground. com

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ant to eat out while you are visiting? The area has a wide variety of dining options available, from kid-friendly casual to reservations-required fine dining, from down home barbecue to spinach-stuffed poussin ballotine, with grilled baby artichoke, carrot puree, sugar snap peas, grilled carrot and porcini mushroom jus.

Wow, that is a mouthful.

TRYON A Taste of Olives & Grapes 10 N. Trade St. 828-859-0212 atasteofolivesandgrapes.com Italian Buck’s Pizza 30 N. Trade St. 828-859-0400 Pizza Caro Mi Dining 3231 Highway 176 828-859-5200 Casual Dining El Sureňo’s 1052 S. Trade St. 828-859-3075 Mexican Huckleberry’s 62 N. Trade St. 828-436-0025 Casual Dining Lavender Bistro 82 N. Trade St. 828-440-1140 Bistro McGourty’s Pub 74 N. Trade St. 828-859-2036 Pub Mr. Juan’s Mexican Restaurant 526 S. Trade St. 828-859 – 6858 Mexican Nana’s Kitchen 354 S. Trade St. 828-859-0305 Causal Dining 10 N. Trade Cafe & Bakery 10 N. Trade St. 828-859-3010 Cafe Pine Crest Inn 85 Pinecrest Lane 828-859-9135 Fine Dining Side Street Pizza 135 S. Trade St. 828-859-5325 Italian

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TJ’s Café 456 S. Trade St. 828-859-0446 Breakfast All-American Cuisine The Tryon Bottle 15 S. Trade St. 828-859-6473 Contemporary, wine bar Tryon Coffee House Co-Op 62A N. Trade St. Coffee, Pastries

MILL SPRING Tryon International Equestrian Center 4066 Pea Ridge Road • Blue Ginger Sushi & Noodles 828-863-1121 Asian • Campagna 828-863-1127 Italian • Legends Grille 828-863-1122 Fine Dining • Mane St. Coffee 828-863-1000 Coffeehouse • Roger’s Diner 828-863-1113 Casual Dining • Tryon Café 828-863-1000 Coffeehouse • Siesta Cantina 828-863-1000 Mexican Sunny Mountain 4891 Highway 9 N. 828-625-1313 Casual Dining

SALUDA Green River BBQ 131 Highway 176 828-749-9892 Barbecue Purple Onion 16 Main St. 828-749-1179 Mediterranean

restaurants

Purple Onion 16 Main St., Saluda 828-749-1179 / Mediterranean Saluda Grade Café 40 E. Main St. 828-749-5854 Cafe Ward’s Dairy Bar & Grill 24 Main St. 828-749-2321 Casual Dining Wildflour Bakery & Café 173 E Main St. 828-749-3356 Cafe Georgiana’s Java Joint 18 Church St. 828-388-3024 Coffeehouse Newman’s Restaurant at Orchard Inn 100 Orchard Inn Lane 828-749-5471 Fine Dining Reservations Required Green River Brew Depot 26 Church St. 828-808-2600 Pub Meanwhile, Back in Saluda 117 E. Main St. 828-749-9463 Farmers market, tasting room, grocery Subway 1484 Ozone Drive

828-749-3650 Sub sandwiches, salads

LANDRUM Bojangles’ 1742 Highway 14 864-457-2207 Fast Food Burger King 1880 Highway 14 864-457-5449 Fast Food China Café 1760 Highway 14 864-457-3835 Asian Dimitri’s Greek & Italian Restaurant 5600 Highway 14 864-468-4310 Italian The Drake House 511 N. Howard Ave. 864-457-2533 Casual Dining El Chile Rojo 209 E. Rutherford St. 864-457-5977 Mexican The Hare & Hound 101 E. Rutherford St. 864-457-3232 Casual Dining

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The Hare & Hound 101 E. Rutherford St., Landrum 864-457-3232 / Casual Dining Harvest House 22345 Asheville Highway 864-457-2823 Casual Dining The Junction 5599 Highway 11 864-468-4675 Buffet Kent’s Restaurant & Ice Cream 328 S. Howard Ave. 864-457-2378 Fast Food Pizza Hut 909 E. Rutherford St. 864-457-3851 Italian Stone Soup Market & Café 1522 E. Rutherford St. 864-457-5255 Casual Dining Soulisa’s Dining 208 E. Rutherford St. 864-457-5318 Thai, Japanese Southern Delights & More 114 E. Rutherford St., Landrum 864-457-1181 Casual Dining

Harvest House 22345 Asheville Highway, Landrum 864-457-2823 / Casual Dining

Award-Winning BBQ & Wood Oven Neopolitan Pizza!

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restaurants Southside Smokehouse 726 S. Howard Ave. 864-457-4581 Casual Dining

McDonald’s 300 W. Mills St. 828-894-2827 Fast Food

Twin Palmetto 1005 E. Rutherford St. 864-457-5008 Casual Dining

Openroad Coffee 915 W Mills St. 828-894-2021 Coffeehouse

Subway 1772 Highway 14 864-457-7337 Fast Food

Wolverine Pizza 1550 Highway 108 W. 828-894-5252 Italian

COLUMBUS

Waffle House Highway 108 West, 828-894-2311 Fast Food

The Brick 214 E. Mills St. 828-894-2299 Italian Calvert’s Kitchen 306 E. Mills St. 828-864-0268 Casual Dining Cocula Mexican Grill 338 W. Mills St. 828-894-2099 Mexican Martha’s Amish Bakery 6431 Highway 9 S. 828-894-9461 Bakery

Southern Manners 192 E Mills St. 828-894-0406 Casual Dining Subway 250 W. Mills St. 828-894-3333 Fast Food

CAMPOBELLO

El Campesino 205 E. Mills St. 828-894-0541 Mexican

Broncos Mexican Restaurant 18155 Asheville Highway 864-468-4259 Mexican

Giardini Trattoria 2411 Highway 108 828-894-0234 Italian

Dog House 605 N. Main St. 864-468-4458 Fast Food

Joy Wok II 155 W. Mills St. 828-894-5566 Asian

The Dutch Plate Family Restaurant 206 S Main St. 864-468-4584 Casual Dining

KFC/Taco Bell 30 Shuford Road 828-894-2445 Fast Food Larkin’s Carolina Grill 115 W. Mills St. 828-894-8800 Casual Dining

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Wendy’s 255 W. Mills St. 828-894-5269 Fast Food

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TRAVEL, TOURISM AND THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE After looking through this Visitor’s Bulletin, if you need more information or direction, do not hesitate to contact the following agencies for assistance.

North Carolina Welcome Center After you enter North Carolina on Interstate 26 westbound from South Carolina, the first exit before the Columbus/Tryon exit will be the North Carolina Welcome Center. Its hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., seven days a week. Call 828-894-2120 or visit nccommerce.com/tourism.

South Carolina Welcome Center After you enter South Carolina on Interstate 26 eastbound from North Carolina, the second exit will be the Landrum Welcome Center. It is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., seven days a week. Call 864-4572228 or visit discoversouthcarolina.com.

First Peak Visitors Center First Peak is centrally located in Columbus, at 20 E. Mills St. in the heart of downtown. On their website, you can request a free visitor guide, sign up for an e-mail newsletter, view photos and suggested itineraries. Visit nc-mountains.org or call 1-800-440-7848. Stop in weekdays between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. and Saturdays between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Carolina Foothills Chamber of Commerce The chamber is a clearinghouse of information for visitors and people wishing to relocate. It also has a wealth of information about businesses in their membership area which includes all of Polk County and Landrum. They are online at carolinafoothillschamber.com or call 828-859-6236. Stop in for a visit at 2753 Lynn Road, Suite A. Tryon Visitor’s Center Located in Tryon Town Hall, the Tryon Tourism Board invites you to look at their website, exploretryon.com, to follow Tryon on Pinterest and Facebook, or to call 828859-6654 for information specific to Tryon.

medical care IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY We are hoping you do not need a doctor or services of a hospital while you are visiting in the area, but if you do, rest assured, there are a variety of health care options available to you, whether you are experiencing an emergency, need a prescription refilled, or need to speak with a specialist in a particular field.

ST. LUKE’S HOSPITAL

Surrounded by hardwoods and mountain laurel, the peaceful setting gives the feeling of a sleepy little hospital. But residents of Polk County and upstate South Carolina take comfort knowing that their community hospital offers a wide array of acute care health services and advanced technology.

Long recognized for providing “high touch” healthcare, St. Luke’s Hospital provides high tech services such as all digital imaging capabilities, 24-hour physician-staffed emergency department, impressive surgical services, advancements in orthopedic surgery and rehab and respectful geriatric-psychiatric care for older adults suffering with depression, dementia, Alzheimer’s and other mental health issues.

Fully accredited by The Joint Commission, St. Luke’s Hospital has been an important part of the Foothills’ history, providing needed healthcare services to the area for more than 80 years.

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PHARMACIES CVS 330 W. Mills St., Columbus, 828-894-8247 303 E. Rutherford St., Landrum 864-457-4163 Foothills Pharmacy 80 Shuford Road, Columbus, 828-894-6112 Owen’s Pharmacy 38 N. Trade St., Tryon, 828-859-9181 Landrum Drug Co. 104 W. Rutherford St., Landrum 864-457-2401 Ingles Markets 1851 Highway 14, Landrum, 864-457-5187

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Exceptional Care When You Need It!

St. Luke’s Hospital is a not-for-profit community hospital that provides immediate access to high quality emergency medical and surgical care. We provide diagnostic and medical services using the latest technology and the greatest compassion for our patients and families. The team at St. Luke’s Hospital is committed to providing exceptional care, close to home.

Our Services Include...

24/7 Emergency Services Hospitalist Services Intensive Care Medical/Surgical Services Perioperative Services Advanced Orthopedic Services Joint Camp Comprehensive Rehab Infusion Services Cancer Treatment/Consults Chemotherapy IV Therapy Infusions/Transfusions Arthritis Treatments Pain Management Services (coming soon) Adult Behavioral Health Services Inpatient/Outpatient Outpatient Services Physical Rehabilitation Physical Therapy Occupational Therapy Speech Therapy Hand Therapy Cancer Therapy Parkinson’s Therapy Family Medicine Laboratory Services Radiology Services MRI Ultrasound CT Scan Nuclear Medicine Bone Densitometry Digital Mammography General X-ray Pharmacy Services Respiratory Therapy Outreach and Education including Diabetes Nutrition Tobacco Cessation

(828) 894-3311 101 Hospital Drive • Columbus, NC 28722 SaintLukesHospital.com St. Luke’s Hospital is fully accredited by The Joint Commission.

population/climate

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70

51

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60

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210 W est f rederiCk s treet , G affney , sC 29341 eVents @ GetintoGaffney . Com WWW . GetintoGaffney . Com faCebook . Com /G affney sCe Vents 864-487-6244

Cowpens National Battlefield www.nps.gov/cowp 864.461.2828 Kings Mountain National Military Park www.nps.gov/kimo 864.936.7921 Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail www.nps.gov/ovvi 864.936.3477

advertiser index Acts Retirement Life Communities/Tryon Estates

22

Lake Lure Golf Club 42

Affordable Golf Carts of Saluda

47

The Lake Lure Inn & Spa

61

Architectural Warehouse 27

Lake Pointe Landing: Senior Living Community

52

Bennett Classics 59

Landrum Ecletics 49

Bird Mountain Wine and Spirits

67

Lola’s Celebration Venue 68

Broad River Gems and Mining Company

40

Main Street Coffee & Ice Cream

67

Carruth Furniture 12

Meadowbrook Golf Club

40, 43

Cason Builders Supply 45

Newsman’s Restaurant 1, 68

City of Inman 51

New View Realty/Kathy Toomey 23

Country Peddler 12

Pearson’s Falls 2

The Esmeralda Inn & Restaurant

The Oaks Bed and Breakfast

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First Peak Visitor Center 9

The Orchard Inn 43

Flat Rock Playhouse 33

Our Carolina Foothills 76

Flat Rock Wood Room 67

The Red Horse Inn 53

Foothills Equestrian Nature Center

5

RE/MAX Advantage Realty 25

The Town of Forest City

35

RE/MAX Laura Weicker 50

Get into Gaffney 73, 75

Saluda Outfitters

Green River Adventures 3

The Shops at LAM 49

Green River Barbecue 14

Smith’s Drug 63

Heartwood Gallery 15

Southern Delights 65

Hoop’s Antiques & Vintage Collectibles

28

St. Luke’s Hospital 71

House of Flags Museum

29

Valley Ag Farm and Garden

47

KidSenses Children’s InterACTIVE Museum

37

The Village at Flat Rock

23

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Gaffney, South Carolina Main Street

* Population: 12,794 * Daily Traffic Average Downtown: 4,700 * Median Age: 39 * 88th percentile for safest cities in SC * Official Shop Small Saturday community by American Express * Gaffney’s Main Street is a designated historic trail by the National Park Service

210 West Frederick Street, Gaffney, SC 29341 facebook.com/getintogaffneymainstreet mainstreet@getintogaffney.com 864.487.6244