2018 Summer Visitor's Bulletin, Tryon Newsmedia

VISITOR’S

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AREA GUIDE TO THE PEARLS OF OUR FOOTHILLS

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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 the “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 summer edition of the Visitor’s Bulletin.

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Pearson’s Falls is located at 2748 Pearsons Falls Road in Saluda.

Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Last admission is 5 p.m.

Pearson’s Falls is owned by the Tryon Garden Club. www.pearsonsfalls.org, 828-749-3031 pearsonsfallsinfo@gmail.com Photo submitted by Pearson’s Falls

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Trish Boyter Magan Etheridge

Administration Samantha Willis

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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 Area Map 10 Columbus 12 Columbus Summer Fun 14 Landrum 16 Landrum Summer Fun 18 Saluda 20 Saluda Summer Fun 22 Tryon 24 Tryon Summer Fun 26 24 Hours in the Foothills 31 Lodging 34 Recreation 42 Restaurants 46 Wineries 47 Farmers Markets 48 Boutiques & Shopping 52 Antiques 54 Arts 56 FENCE 58 Equestrian Events 60 Where to Buy Equine Supplies 62 Events 66 Advertiser Index

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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 Fourth 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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Shunkawauken Falls Shunkawauken Falls is a roadside 150-foot waterfall along the switchback White Oak Mountain Road, just outside Columbus. Continue driving up the mountain to an overlook with amazing view at an elevation of 2,600 feet. On around the mountain on the back of the mountain is Sunset Rock, which is an elevation of 3,000 feet. There is a pullover with a rock that face the valleys and next row of mountains. To get to White Oak Mountain, go Houston Road from downtown Columbus, drive ½ mile and take the right fork, then turn left on White Oak Mountain Road. Caution: the drive is steep and winding.

Stearns Park

Downtown Columbus features Stearns Park, with a gazebo, a walking trail and benches. Many town events are held at Stearns Park, including parts of the annual Fabulous Fourth of July Festival and music in the park.

Stearns is located off Mills and Peak streets, in the middle of downtown Columbus.

Veterans Park

Veterans Park, just behind downtown Columbus, offers a place of tranquility. The park features a fountain surrounded with bricks commemorating Polk County veterans. The park is surrounded by large flags, and also features a pavilion and stage for musical events downtown, including Singing for the Soldiers on Memorial Day. Veterans Park is located at the corner of Ward and Gibson streets in downtown Columbus.

Tailgate Market

Join many local residents each Saturday for an assortment of Polk County’s best homegrown produce, meats, cheeses, eggs and more at the Columbus Tailgate Market. Arts, crafts and jellies are also available. The Columbus Tailgate Market runs from 8 a.m. to noon on Courthouse Street downtown from April through Nov. 17, 2018. A winter market is also available indoors. Follow Columbus Market on Facebook or text gro846 to 828-548-1316 for updates.

Gibson Pool

Polk County’s community pool is located in Columbus and open all summer. Swim lessons are available, as well as pool parties and open swim days. Gibson Park Pool is owned by Polk County and run through the Polk County Recreation Department. Call 828-894-2646 or visit the recreation department at polknc.org for more information.

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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

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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Brookwood Park

Brookwood Park is located near downtown Landrum and includes a scenic walking trail, a playground area with a climbing wall for small children and a picnic area. The walking trail is ½ mile and is rated as easy.

Brookwood Park is located at the corner of East Rutherford Street and South Bomar Avenue, just outside downtown.

Farmers market

Visit downtown Landrum on Saturday mornings from June through September to taste South Carolina homegrown fruits and vegetables. The Farmers Market in Landrum is from 7 a.m. to noon on Saturdays.

The farmers market is located on North Trade Avenue near the depot.

Community Dog Park Bring your dogs to run free in this fenced community dog park in Landrum. The park is located behind Stone Soup Restaurant. The dog park is open from dawn to dusk. Stone Soup is located at 1522 E. Rutherford St., Landrum.

Call 864-457-5255 for more information.

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

Charlie Ward Longtime Saluda resident

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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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century, Saluda has been known as a popular vacation spot for people to slow down, enjoy the warm community spirit and cooler mountain air. A leisurely stroll through tree-lined streets, a visit to the community garden, a tour of the depot museum and a stop at the local galleries are a must for every visitor.

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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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The Gorge Zipline

The Gorge Zipline is the steepest and fastest zipline in the country. The zipline begins on the rim of the Green River Gorge and plunges thrill seekers into untouched wilderness. The descent is 1,100 vertical feet in elevation zipping from tree-top to tree-top on 11 ziplines, traversing a sky-bridge and descending three rappels all through 18,000 acres of protected Green River Game lands. The Gorge Zipline is located at 166 Honey Bee Drive, Saluda; 828-749-2500; thegorgezipline.com.

Pearson’s Falls

Pearson’s Falls and Glen is a unique botanical preserve comprised of 268 acres of rich cove forest, granite, spring-fed streams and a moderate ¼ mile trail to a 90-foot waterfall. There are over 350 species of rare wildflowers and plants, as well as picnic facilities to accommodate groups and cyclists.

Pearson’s Falls is located at 2748 Pearson Falls Road, Saluda; 828-749-3031; pearsonsfalls.org.

Wilderness Cove

Tubing and camping are offered right off the Green River in Saluda at Wilderness Cove. Tubing trips are available down the river from 1.5-mile to 6-mile trips.

Camping is also available onsite for tents, with or without water and electric hook-ups, as well as cabins. Wilderness Cove is located at 3772 Green River Cove Road, Saluda; 828-749-9100; info@nctubing.com.

Little Bradley Falls

Little Bradley Falls offers a moderate hike while you hear the sound of flowing water of Cove Creek as well as numerous creeks feeding into the cove. Little Bradley Falls is a 50-plus-foot waterfall. The hike is approximately 2 miles and takes about an hour and a half. The start of the hike is located at 5436 Holbert Cove Road, Saluda.

McCreery Park

Saluda’s downtown park is McCreery Park, and includes a gazebo, stage, pavilion with picnic area and public restrooms, and a playground. McCreery Park is located just over the railroad tracks at Main and Greenville Street in downtown Saluda. For more information about the park, contact city hall at 828-749-2581.

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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 there 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.

At the center of town, Morris the Horse can be seen overlooking

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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 School, 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 you can 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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FENCE The Foothills Equestrian Nature Center offers 384 acres of hardwood forest, meadow and wetlands for hikers, birdwatchers, gardeners and astronomers. The entire property of FENCE is protected by a conservation easement to always be available to future generations. There are approximately 8,000 local school students who visit each year for Project FENCE natural history curriculum. FENCE is located at 3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon, NC; 828-859-9021; fence.org.

Rogers Park

Rogers Park is known for many Tryon events, including Summer Tracks Music. The 2018 Summer Tracks calendar includes concerts on June 15, July 6, July 20, Aug. 3, Aug. 17 and Aug. 31. Rogers Park is located in downtown Tryon near the railroad tracks and has an amphitheater. During concerts, local food is sold. Rogers Park is located at 55 W. Howard St., Tryon; summertracks.com

Vaughn Creek Greenway

Take a hike near downtown Tryon on Vaughn Creek Greenway.

The easy, 0.8 mile trail takes hikers through a wooded area along Vaughn Creek. Hikers can see Siller’s Falls on the left as the go on the trail, with the trail ended at a large tunnel that the creek flows through. The trail also has numerous benches and a picnic shelter along New Market Road. Parking for the trail is in a small field about 300 feet from the trailhead 884 New Market Road, Tryon.

Woodland Park

Woodland Park is owned by the town of Tryon, and includes approximately 10 acres of natural park. There are hiking trails that meander through the woods and over bridges through unspoiled forest. Woodland Park is located at 262 Chestnut St., Tryon.

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Harmon Field

Harmon Field is owned by the town of Tryon and has 36 acres of ball fields, soccer fields, a quarter-mile track, walking trails, tennis courts, equestrian facilities, a playground, picnic shelter, a cabin and river access. Harmon Field is located at 117 Harmon Field Road, Tryon.

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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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t doesn’t take long for newcomers to the Foothills area to fall head over heels in love with what the region has to offer.

With its lush, verdant hillsides; rivers and creeks gushing with crystal-clear water; and roads packed with plenty of scenic views, the area’s natural beauty remains one of its chief selling points. Thanks to locations like Pearson’s Falls or the Saluda Gorge, visitors have many chances to explore these wonders up-close.

Of course, there’s more to the Foothills than just trees, mountains and lakes.

Indeed, the communities of Columbus, Landrum, Saluda and Tryon are chock full of small businesses that visitors will soon be wanting to check out, time and time again. With an impressive assortment

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of restaurants, which offer up everything from Southern barbecue to fine dining, to boutiques, art galleries, antique dealers and other unique and charming shops.

Once visitors have had their fill — both figuratively and literally — of dining and shopping, there are other great attractions in the area that rival anything found in larger, metropolitan areas. With several equestrian centers, theaters for both movies and live performances, and public collections of art and historical artifacts all within driving distance, the phrase “I’m bored” is almost never uttered by anyone who stops by the Foothills.

With so much to see and do, here are our suggestions on how visitors can make the most of their stay in one of our four communities, all within a single, action-packed day.

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town steeped in history Polk County’s yesterdays at the and tradition, visitors Polk County History Museum, to Columbus will have where you can explore artifacts a chance to connect with the chronicling the region’s storied region’s roots — as well as enjoy past. Afterwards, take a stroll a some of the rural beauty that few blocks over to the House of helps define the Foothills.

Flags, a museum that contains Those looking for their more than 300 flags from morning buzz to start the day throughout U.S. history. can find it on the outskirts Afterwards, plan on making of town, at Openroad Coffee the drive out to the Tryon Roastery. The business offers International Equestrian Center, fresh-brewed coffee, espressos, located in Mill Spring. The lattes, cappuccinos and other world-class facility — which will coffeehouse favorites, made from host the 2018 World Equestrian beans that are Games in roasted right September — there on the hosts a number At the top, at nearly premises, as of horse well as pastries 3,000 feet of elevation, shows and and breakfast competitions you will get a sight sandwiches every week, as of the valleys and prepared every well as other surrounding mountains functions morning.

Those that is sure to stick with throughout the looking for year. you forever. a heartier After breakfast can arriving back in stop by The town, make sure Rural Seed Restaurant, which to take a stroll through Veterans serves morning time standbys Park, a plaza and water fountain such waffles, French toast and built to recognize the many hot cakes, prepared from locally- former U.S. military personnel sourced ingredients. who have called Columbus After starting your morning home. off right, why not do some For dinner, there is always exploring?

The Brick Pizzeria, a favorite Those who aren’t afraid of among locals wanting to get braving heights can wind their a slice of America’s favorite up White Oak Mountain to see Italian dish. Speaking of Italy, the 150-foot tall Shunkawauken if you take a short drive outside Falls. If you’re feeling especially town, you will arrive at Giardini adventurous, feel free to Trattoria, which offers rustic continue working your way up cuisine from the Mediterranean the peak — at the top, at nearly county.

3,000 feet of elevation, you will Finally, close out your visit get a sight of the valleys and to Columbus with some nice surrounding mountains that is cold ice cream from The Ice sure to stick with you forever.

Cream Barn, a family-owned Once back on ground level, business that offers 32 flavors of you can take a step back into Hershey’s ice cream.

Polk County Doughboy Statue

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ith a vibrant Japanese Asian fusion. Those in downtown, filled with the mood for Mexican can get unique shops and their fix right nearby at El Chile friendly people, Landrum has Rojo, which offers authentic earned its reputation as one of dishes from south of the border. the South’s “Best Small Towns.”

After lunch, put some For breakfast, you can stop money to use for a good cause

by Southern Delights & More, at Paws, Prayers, & Promises which offers fresh-brewed coffee Consignments, a store where and morning-time favorites such purchases go toward supporting as eggs and bacon in a charming local animals in need. While atmosphere. For those who wake you’re in the area, you can also up with an appetite, the Junction stop by the Thermal Belt Habitat Family Restaurant serves a for Humanity ReStore, another breakfast buffet shop that raises every Friday money for a The store offers a and Saturday, noble effort. variety of ladies which includes Also make everything from clothing and sure to check eggs, bacon, out the city’s accessories, with the sausage, liver historic train mush, pancakes, friendly service one depot. The stone grits and restored would expect from a fatback. facility is used After quite often small-town shop. eating, take a for functions, stroll through events and downtown, which has a variety parties, including the popular of different shops.

Music at the Tracks series of There are antiques a plenty for summer concerts. sale, including inside the massive For dinner, The Hare and the Savvy Scavengers Antique Mall Hound is a perennial favorite and Marketplace. There is also among locals — on nice evenings, plenty of old treasure awaiting expect to see plenty of customers visitors to Carolina Antiques dining outside, enjoying the & More, located just a short restaurant’s selection of pub grub distance away. and American fare. Those looking Women looking for new for some barbecue should visit apparel — or men looking to buy Southside Smokehouse, where something nice for their wife — head chef and manager Sarah should add a stop to PJ’s Fashions McClure was recently named On Main to their itenerary for one of South Carolina’s Chef the day as well. The store offers Ambassadors. a variety of ladies clothing and Instead of driving back to a accessories, with the friendly hotel chain after a long day of service one would expect from a food and shopping, go ahead and small-town shop. treat yourself to a stay at The Red There are plenty of choices Horse Inn. The award-winning to grab a bite to eat for lunch bed and breakfast makes the as well, such as Soulisa’s Fine perfect way to wrap up your stay Thai Dining, which offers Thaiin Landrum.

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The Gorge Zipline

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onsidered by many visitors still going strong, or the historic to be the most scenic of the Thompson’s Store, the oldest Foothills’ community, you’ll grocery market in North Carolina. definitely want to pack some good Make sure to take the trip walking shoes and bring plenty of down the grade to Pearson’s Falls. sunscreen when you stop by Saluda, The waterfalls and glen, lovingly as you’ll be spending much of your maintained for decades by the adventure in the great outdoors.

Tryon Garden Club, provides one To fuel up for breakfast, you can the Foothills’ most spectacular stop by Wildflour Bakery, where sights. you can grab a muffin, scone or You should carve out some time other baked good, along with a cup to visit the historic Saluda train of joe, if you depot as well. The feel like getting building is home the show on the Make sure to take the to a museum that road quickly. If shares the history trip down the grade you want to sit of the legendary down and relax Saluda Grade, the to Pearson’s Falls. The a bit, though, steepest standardwaterfalls and glen, you can order a gauge mainline delicious piece of lovingly maintained for railway grade in French toast or a decades by the Tryon the United States. hearty breakfast When bowl, made fresh Garden Club, provides dinnertime rolls to order in the one the Foothills’ most around, you once bakery’s kitchen. again have some spectacular sights.

After tough choices to breakfast, kick make, though. your morning into overdrive by Saluda is home to one of taking the plunge down the Saluda the Foothills’ most beloved Gorge, home of America’s steepest, restaurants, The Purple Onion, fastest zip line. The canopy tour will which, along with providing take you down 1,100 in elevation, good food and a welcoming giving you an unforgettable atmosphere, also provides guests view of Saluda’s vast, untouched with live music on weekends. If wilderness. you want to experience the finest If that isn’t enough to get your dining experience in the area, heart racing, then surely a trek though, you will want to book a along the Green River will do the table at Newman’s Restaurant, trick. Green River Adventures located inside the luxurious offers kayak, paddleboard and other Orchard Inn. rentals for those looking for either After a day of adventure, mild paddles down the river or shopping and dining, you’re adrenaline-pumping rushes along probably ready to hit the hay. the rapids.

In addition to the Orchard Inn, There are a plethora of unique Saluda is also home to the Saluda businesses downtown, many of Mountain Lodge, which overlooks which will make you feel life you’re the Green River Gorge, and The stepping back through time, such Oaks Bed and Breakfast, located as at the M. A. Pace General Store, inside a stunning Victorian-style which, at nearly 120 years old, is mansion.

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community standing at antique dealers, art galleries and the intersection of the more. equestrian and artistic Don’t forget to visit Upstairs worlds, Tryon — “The Friendliest Artspace at some point during Town in the South,” as residents your Tryon sojourn. The gallery like to call it — has long been a features rotating exhibits of favorite destination for tourists modern art, featuring pieces one stopping by western North would typically only expect to Carolina. see in a large, urban museum.

To start your morning, why Of course, no visit to Tryon not experience a taste of the would be complete without a Big Apple in the Carolinas? At stop at the venerable Foothills Katie D’s NY Bagels & Deli, Equestrian Nature Center. In visitors can grab one of many addition to hosting a variety of different types horse shows, of authentic including a New York City In addition to baseball rodeo, every bagels, which year, the center they can enjoy fields, cabins, fishing also organizes with just a decks and even a regular familylathering of friendly horse show arena, the butter or with activities, park contains a paved including nature the works, including lox, presentations walking trail enjoyed capers, onions and concerts. by many locals. and cream For dinner, cheese. there are If you’re several good looking for some bacon and establishments to choose from, eggs, though, then TJ’s Café has such as downtown’s Lavender got your back. The diner serves Bistro or Huckleberry’s. If as the morning gathering place you’re in the mood for some of many Tryonites, with the classic Southern cooking, then kitchen serving up cups of hot take a drive outside of town to coffee and plates of pancakes, Caro-Mi Dining Room, another toast and other morning dishes. local favorite.

After your meal, feel free to To cap off the evening, you stop by Harmon Field to work should swing by the Tryon off some of those early morning Theatre. The recently renovated calories. In addition to baseball movie theater shows both recent fields, cabins, fishing decks and Hollywood releases as well as even a horse show arena, the the occasional special screening park contains a paved walking of cinema classics. trail enjoyed by many locals.

There are several great places Of course, there’s nothing to spend the night in Tryon, wrong with taking a stroll including the 1906 Pine Crest through Trade Street as well.

Inn bed and breakfast, the 1889 Tryon’s downtown is home to Melrose Inn and the recently a number of interesting shops, renovated GreenLife Inn at the including several bookstores, Mimosa.

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Nina Simone statue

Morris the Horse

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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, 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, BlueFireflyInn.com

creek, mountains, and experience extraordinary breakfasts, bedside treats, flowers and candlelight desserts.

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

Butterfly Creek Inn Tucked between creek and woods is Butterfly Creek Inn. Enjoy the waterfall,

Days Inn Columbus Located conveniently in Columbus at the exit off Interstate 26, the hotel features 59 rooms,

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 fine dining restaurant Newman’s.

100 Orchard Inn Lane, Saluda, 800-581-3800/828-749-5471, or orchardinn.com 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 GreenLife Inn Historic bed and breakfast 65 Mimosa Inn Drive, Tryon, greenlifeinn.com, 828-436-0097

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

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

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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 the Tryon International Equestrian Center and walking distance to Parker-Binns Vineyard Winery.

7505 Highway 108 E., 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 stables.

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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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.

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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.

McGuinn’s Store 4884 Highway 9 Mill Spring 828-625-4755 or Facebook.com/ mcguinnsstore

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

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

Crossroads Outdoors 82 Highway 9 N. Arledge Business Plaza Mill Spring 828-899-0333 or Facebook.com/ crossroadstp4 MA Pace General Store 60 E. Main St. Saluda 828-749-2401 or Facebook: M.A. Pace General Store

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 countyowned 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.

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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 Game Lands.

236 Park St. Columbus 828-894-2646 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.

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 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 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 knot tying.

3111 Silver Creek Road Mill Spring 828-894-2331, campingfriend.com/ silvercreekcampground

Zip Line Adventures The Gorge The Gorge offers a unique and thrilling treebased zip line canopy adventure in the famous Green River Gorge.

166 Honey Bee Drive Saluda 828-749-2500, 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.

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tearns Park, located in Columbus, includes a paved walking path loop and Stearns Gym with indoor recreational activities.

Located directly across the street from the historic courthouse and in the busy downtown of Columbus, it’s easy to access and enjoy an afternoon stroll.

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

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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 Foothills Equestrian Nature Center 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 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 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

Foothills Equestrian Nature Center has 5.5 miles of trails ideal for nature hikes. Submitted by FENCE

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 pcs.polkschools.org/ naturetrail Polk County Middle School track Paved regulation sized oval outdoor track.

321 Wolverine Trail Mill Spring 828-894-2215, pcms.polkschools.org Polk County Recreation Complex Includes paved walking path loop, baseball fields, tennis courts, basketball courts, picnic shelters, large playground and fishing pond access.

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earson’s Falls is a lovely escape at any time of year, but, during the summer, 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.

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

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

Lazy Girl Loop Trail Accessible from Laurel Drive, easy 1-mile trail (one way), no dogs allowed. saludaclt.org

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

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.

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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

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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.

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

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

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

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 redfoxcc.com

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 40 | VISITOR’S BULLETIN Summer 2018

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 wellbunkered 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

Gazebo at Stearns Park in Columbus

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 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 TRYONDAILYBULLETIN.COM | 41

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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

Larkin’s Carolina Grill 115 W. Mills St. / 828-894-8800 / Casual dining

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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

Caro Mi Dining 3231 Highway 176 828-859-5200 Casual dining

10 N. Trade Cafe & Bakery 10 N. Trade St. 828-859-3010 Cafe

El Sureňo’s 1052 S. Trade St. 828-859-3075 Mexican

Pine Crest Inn 85 Pinecrest Lane 828-859-9135 Fine dining

Harper Eatery & Pub 10 Oak St. 828-440-1540 Southern, Pub

Side Street Pizza 135 S. Trade St. 828-859-5325 Italian

Huckleberry’s 62 N. Trade St. 828-436-0025 Casual dining

TJ’s Café 456 S. Trade St. 828-859-0446 Breakfast All-American cuisine

Lavender Bistro 82 N. Trade St. 828-440-1140 Bistro

The Tryon Bottle 15 S. Trade St. 828-859-6473 Contemporary, wine bar

McGourty’s Pub 74 N. Trade St. 828-859-2036 Pub

Tryon Coffee House Co-Op 62A N. Trade St. Coffee, pastries

Wildflower Bakery & Café 173 E Main St. / 828-749-3356 / Cafe

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

Saluda Grade Café 40 E. Main St. 828-749-5854 Cafe Ward’s Dairy Bar & Grill 24 Main St. 828-749-2321 Casual dining

828-749-5471 Fine dining Reservations required Green River Brew Depot 26 Church St. 828-808-2600 Pub

Wildflour Bakery & Café 173 E Main St. 828-749-3356 Cafe

Meanwhile, Back in Saluda 117 E. Main St. 828-749-9463 Farmers market, tasting room, grocery

Georgiana’s Java Joint 18 Church St. 828-388-3024 Coffeehouse

Subway 1484 Ozone Drive 828-749-3650 Sub sandwiches, salads

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restaurants

Purple Onion 16 Main St., Saluda 828-749-1179 / Mediterranean

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

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

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The Hare & Hound 101 E. Rutherford St., Landrum 864-457-3232 / Casual dining

Casual dining Southside Smokehouse 726 S. Howard Ave. 864-457-4581 Casual dining Twin Palmetto 1005 E. Rutherford St. 864-457-5008 Casual dining Subway 1772 Highway 14 864-457-7337 Fast food

COLUMBUS 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

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

Newman’s Restaurant at Orchard Inn 100 Orchard Inn Lane / 828-749-5471 Fine dining / Reservations required El Campesino 205 E. Mills St. 828-894-0541 Mexican

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

Giardini Trattoria 2411 Highway 108 828-894-0234 Italian

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

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

Southern Manners 192 E Mills St. 828-894-0406 Casual dining

KFC/Taco Bell 30 Shuford Road 828-894-2445 Fast food

Subway 250 W. Mills St. 828-894-3333 Fast food

Larkin’s Carolina Grill 115 W. Mills St. 828-894-8800 Casual dining

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McDonald’s 300 W. Mills St. 828-894-2827 Fast food Openroad Coffee 915 W Mills St. 828-894-2021 Coffeehouse Rural Seed 322 E. Mills St. 828-802-1097 Farm to table Wolverine Pizza 1550 Highway 108 W. 828-894-5252 Italian

Martha’s Amish Bakery 6431 Highway 9 S. / 828-894-9461 / Bakery

Broncos Mexican Restaurant 18155 Asheville Highway 864-468-4259 Mexican Buck ‘N Brew Coffee 18981 Asheville Highway 864-457-1515 Coffeehouse Dog House 605 N. Main St. 864-468-4458 Fast food The Dutch Plate Family Restaurant 206 S Main St. 864-468-4584 Casual dining TRYONDAILYBULLETIN.COM | 45

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.

2662 Green Creek Drive, Columbus 828-817-7260 russianchapelhill.com

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

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

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boutiques & shopping Yankee Peach Antiques & Collectibles 120 E. Rutherford St. 864-457-1567

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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.

LANDRUM Covington & Co. Jewelry 210-A E. Rutherford St. 864-457-5854 Facebook.com/ Covington-companyjewelry Honey Child 214 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

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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 Yankee Peach Antiques & Collectibles 120 E. Rutherford St. 864-457-1567

August 17th-18th

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boutiques & shopping SALUDA

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

Unique Boutique, Gift Shop and Book Nook at Adawehi 93 Adawehi Lane 828-894-5260 Adawehi.com

The Dressing Room, Etc. 137 E. Main St. 828-749-9555 TheDressingRoomEtc.com Heartwood Gallery 21 E. Main St. 828-749-9365 heartwoodsaluda.com Historic Thompson’s Store/ Ward’s Grill 24 Main St. 828-749-2321 thompsons-store.com Historic Thompson’s Store/ Ward’s Grill 24 Main St., Saluda

Duck Alley Gift Shop 24 W. Main St. 828-749-3687 Random Arts & Apparel 481 Louisiana Ave. 828-749-1165 RandomArtsNow.com Salamander 7 W. Main St. 828-749-3466 Saluda Outfitters 435 Main St. 828-848-4060 SaludaOutfitters.com Sassafras 46 E. Main St. 828-749-2379 Facebook.com/ SassafrasSaluda 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

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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/ 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

Your View Awaits we’ll help you find it!

KATHY TOOMEY BROKER-IN-CHARGE 285 N. Trade St. • Tryon 828-817-0942 Kathy@KathyToomey.com

KathyToomey.com

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

HOOP’s Antiques & Vintage Collectibles 112 N. Trade St., Suite A 828-440-1440 Facebook.com/ HoopsAntiques/ Old Mill Market Square 151 Southern Mercerizing Road 828-859-5467 oldmillmarketsquare.com The Frog & Swan Inc. 879 N. Trade St. 828-859-6757 Whitney Antiques 120 N. Trade St. 828-859-9980 Lake Lanier Country Cottage 974 S. Trade St. 828-859-2004

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SALUDA A Gardener’s Cottage 183 E. Main St. 828-749-4200 saluda.com/ gardenerscottage/ Brass Latch 181 E. Main St. 828-749-4200 Saluda.com/brasslatch

LANDRUM Landrum Antiques & Furniture Company 221 E. Rutherford St. 864-457-4000 landrum-antiquesfurniture.com Carolina Antiques & More 108 E. Rutherford St. 864-457-4444 carolinaantiquesand moresc.com

antiques Savvy Scavengers Antique Mall and Marketplace 205 W. Rutherford St. 864-457-6710 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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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 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.

888-501-0297 tryonconcerts.com Music in Landrum Performances are held at Landrum United

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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Foothills Equestrian Nature Center hosts several raptor talks throughout the year.

Photo by Catherine Hunter

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Children are fascinated by the monarch butterfly release hosted by the Foothills Equestrian Nature Center. Photo by Catherine Hunter

Story telling is a popular event at the Foothills Equestrian Nature Center fall festival. Photo by Catherine Hunter

A facility for more than just horses

By CATHERINE HUNTER

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n 1985, members of the Mahler family envisioned a nonprofit nature education and outdoor recreation center.

They set aside 112 acres to begin the dream.

Today, the Foothills Nature Equestrian Center is 384 acres and not only provides a high-quality facility for all types of equestrian events, it offers year-round nature study programs, hiking trails and outdoor recreation to more than 65,000 people every year.

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In addition to being connected to some of the best horse trails in the region, FENCE has 5.5 miles of hiking trails open from dawn until dusk, 365 days a years. The grounds include ideal locations for family and group picnics, birthday parties, or just a lazy afternoon feeding the fish and watching the turtles in a nearby pond.

FENCE Executive Director Tracie Hanson invites locals and tourists alike to come out and enjoy the free concerts on the

third Sunday of every month starting at 4 p.m. Hanson said the concerts are family friendly, and include hors d’oeuvres and wine for the adults.

Other fun events for children and adults alike include bird hikes, live animal displays and raptor talks throughout the year.

Activities specifically designed for children include a summer day camp, school programs for more than 9,000 local students and the “Go Fly a Kite” spring kite

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Foothills Equestrian Nature Center has 5.5 miles of trails ideal for nature hikes. Submitted by FENCE

Foothills Equestrian Nature Center has 5.5 miles of trails ideal for nature hikes. Submitted by FENCE

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The fall “Celebrate Nature Day” is a growing favorite. The event includes raptor and reptile displays, music, storytelling, face painting and the extremely popular monarch butterfly release.

Equestrian events take place 36 weekends throughout the year, and include everything from the Blue Ridge Hunter Jumper Classic horse show to rodeos. Other equestrian events include eventing competitions, dressage and driving

Foothills Equestrian Nature Center hosts Therapeutic Riding of Tryon.

Submitted by FENCE

shows and organized trail rides.

Most of the equestrian events are free to watch.

FENCE also hosts Therapeutic Riding of Tryon, in which local horse owners bring their horses for use in a therapeutic riding program. This year, FENCE and TROT launched a therapeutic equestrian-based program for veterans.

FENCE continues to be a nonprofit organization run by a board of directors, a small staff and

numerous wonderful volunteers.

During natural disasters such as the recent hurricanes in Texas and Florida, and the mudslides closer to home, FENCE, as usual, offered stall space free of charge for horses of residents forced to evacuate their homes.

FENCE is located at 3381 Hunting Country Road in Tryon.

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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 JULY 1 Tryon Summer 3 - CSI 2*/USEF AA/Level 6, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tryon International Equestrian Center, 25 International Blvd., Mill Spring, 828-863-1000, tryon.com

JULY 18 - 22 Tryon Summer 6 - CSI 2*/USEF B/Level 6, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tryon International Equestrian Center, 25 International Blvd., Mill Spring, 828-863-1000, tryon.com

AUG. 3 - 5 Progressive Show Jumping Back to School Horse Show, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, 3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon, 828-859-9021, fence.org

JULY 3 - 8 Tryon Summer 4 - CSI 3*/USEF AA/ Level 6, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tryon International Equestrian Center, 25 International Blvd., Mill Spring, 828-863-1000, tryon.com

JULY 21 Carolina Schooling, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, 3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon, 828-859-9021, fence.org

AUG. 15 Foothills Riding Club Educational Seminar, 6:30 p.m., Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, 3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon, 828-859-9021, fence.org

JULY 10-15 Tryon Summer 5 - CSI2*/ U25-A/ USEF B/ Level 6, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tryon International Equestrian Center, 25 International Blvd., Mill Spring, 828-863-1000, tryon.com

JULY 25-29 USPC Eastern Championships, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tryon International Equestrian Center, 25 International Blvd., Mill Spring, 828-8631000, tryon.com

AUG. 26 Hunter Pace at Greenspace, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, 3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon, 828-859-9021, fence.org

JULY 14 Foothills Riding Club Schooling, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, 3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon, 828-859-9021, fence.org

JULY 28 USDF Continuing Educations in Dressage Judging Program, 8 a.m., Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, 3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon, 828-859-9021, fence.org

AUG. 31 - SEPT. 9 Harmon Classics, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, 3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon, 828-859-9021, fence.org

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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

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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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events JULY 3 Patriotic Concert by Sparkle City Brass Quintet 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Landrum Library 111 Asbury Drive, Landrum cityoflandrumsc.com

JULY 6 Summer Tracks Concert — The Get Right Band 7 to 10 p.m.

Rogers Park 55 W. Howard St., Tryon SummerTracks.com

JULY 4 Fabulous Fourth Festival 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Downtown Columbus Mills Street and Stearns Park, Columbus Columbusnc.com

JULY 7 Coon Dog Day Festival 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Downtown Saluda Main Street, Saluda Saluda.com

JULY 7 Coon Dog Day Festival 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Downtown Saluda Main Street, Saluda saluda.com

JULY 7 Music at the Tracks — Off Duty 7 to 10 p.m.

Landrum Depot North Trade Avenue, Landrum cityoflandrumsc.com JULY 14 Top of the Grade Concert — Mercury Rising 7 to 9 p.m.

Ella Grace Mintz Stage McCreery Park, Saluda Saluda.com JULY 19-22 TLT’s Summer Youth Theater presents Ronald Dahl’s “James and the Giant Peach” 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday Tryon Fine Arts Center 34 Melrose Ave., Tryon tltinfo.org JULY 20 PacJAM Concert Noon Tryon Fine Arts Center 34 Melrose Ave., Tryon tryonarts.org JULY 20 Summer Tracks Concert — Aaron Burdett Band 7 to 10 p.m.

Rogers Park 55 W. Howard St., Tryon SummerTracks.com JULY 21 Airing of the Quilts 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Downtown Landrum North Trade Avenue, Landrum cityoflandrumsc.com JULY 21 Music at the Tracks — Yellow Feather 7 to 10 p.m.

Landrum Depot North Trade Avenue, Landrum cityoflandrumsc.com

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events AUG. 3 Summer Tracks Concert — Gigi Dover & The Big Love 7 to 10 p.m.

Rogers Park 55 W. Howard St., Tryon SummerTracks.com AUG. 3 Summer Tracks Concert Gigi Dover & The Big Love 7 to 10 p.m.

AUG. 4 Music at the Tracks — Special Edition 7 to 10 p.m.

Landrum Depot North Trade Avenue, Landrum cityoflandrumsc.com

AUG. 18 Music at the Tracks — Trevor Hewitt Band 7 to 10 p.m.

Landrum Depot North Trade Avenue, Landrum cityoflandrumsc.com

AUG. 11 Top of the Grade Concert — Casual Zealots 7 to 9 p.m.

Ella Grace Mintz Stage McCreery Park, Saluda Saluda.com

AUG. 19 Family Concert with Jim Avett 4 to 5 p.m.

Foothills Equestrian Nature Center 3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon fence.org

AUG. 17 Summer Tracks Concert — Delta Moon 7 to 10 p.m.

Rogers Park 55 W. Howard St., Tryon SummerTracks.com

Rogers Park 55 W. Howard St., Tryon SummerTracks.com

Rogers Park, Tryon

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AUG. 31 Summer Tracks Concert — Fireside Collective 7 to 10 p.m.

Rogers Park 55 W. Howard St., Tryon SummerTracks.com

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advertiser index

Architectural Warehouse

17

Landrum Eclectics

51

Bennett Car Museum

65

Lola’s Celebration Venue

50

Cason Builders

63

Main Street Coffee & Ice Cream

45

City of Gaffney

68

Meadowbrook Golf Club

Country Peddler

14

New View Realty

51

Dogwood Farm Kennels

53

Orchard Inn

19

Duck Alley/Affordable Golf Carts

41

Pearsons Falls

1, 39

Esmeralda Inn

33

Red Horse Inn

59

Foothills Equestrian Nature Center

61

ReMAX Advantage

First Peak Visitors Center

25

ReMAX / Laura Weicker

41

Flat Rock Playhouse

21

SC NC Realty

33

Green River Barbecue

18

Smith Drug

53

Heartwood Gallery

19

St. Luke’s Hospital

67

Holiday Galore

51

The Oaks Bed and Breakfast

18

House of Flags Museum

13

Town of Forest City

49

9, 37

3

KidSenses

5

Valley Ag

60

Lake Lure Golf Club

8

Wilderness Cove and Tubing

37

Lake Pointe Landing

2

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WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED St. Luke’s Hospital St. Luke’s Emergency Department St. Luke’s Hospital Infusion Center St. Luke’s Hospital Pain Center St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Center St. Luke’s Surgical Associates Rosenberg Bone and Joint Foothills Medical Associates Saluda Family Medicine

Welcome to the beautiful Carolina Foothills! Enjoy your time here and rest assured, we’ve got you covered should you experience illness or injury during your visit. With high quality healthcare services in the immediate area, our skilled medical staff and hospital teammates are committed to providing care and

828.894.3311 SaintLukesHospital.com Fully accredited by The Joint Commission.

treatment for patients of all ages - 24/7.

101 Hospital Drive, Columbus, NC 28722

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Gaffney Visitors Center & Art Gallery O G ’ ne Of

affney s mOst distinGuished buildinGs

Did You Know?

Horse racing was one of Gaffney, South Carolina’s first sports!

In the 1800’s many of Gaffney’s historic homes were built facing Gaffney’s Racing Ground with porches and yards designed for entertainment & social purposes!

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