Blood Sweat and Gears Fund Raiser

The 10th Annual Blood Sweat and Gears - Saturday, June 28, 2008. Start Time 7:30am at the Valle Crucis School

"It's a great area for riding, very hilly, but I'd say it's the best area for training in the whole of the United States." –– Lance Armstrong on Boone, NC Cycle Sport (June 1998)

A demanding route, which showcases the mountain communities of Watauga County, North Carolina; highlights of the route include a 21 mile section of the Blue Ridge Parkway, a strenuous climb over the 4,500 foot gap at Snake Mountain, and a 10 mile "flat" on old US 421.

A 50 mile "Half Century" is available for those who prefer the sanity of a challenging, but shorter route. Both rides are fully supported with aide stations and SAG support.

Proceeds from the ride will benefit the Jeremy Dale Fisher Fund and The Russell Fund, established by the Watauga County Chapter of the American Red Cross , which provides assistance to local families that are displaced by fire, flood or similar disasters.

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Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder

Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder will be at the Farthing Auditorium at Appalachian State University, June 28 at 8PM.

An Appalachian Summer Festival Event - Call 828-262-4046
Tickets are $25 / $18 / $15 / $10 / $5 Visit Farthing Seating Chart to view seats.

Ricky Skaggs is well on the way to showing the world that "country rocks, but bluegrass rules!" By age 21, he was already considered a "recognized master" of bluegrass, but his career took him in other directions, catapulting him to popularity and success in the mainstream of country music. Now the road has brought him back to where it all began - bluegrass music.

The all-star lineup of Kentucky Thunder includes Andy Leftwich (fiddle), Cody Kilby (lead guitar), Mark Fain (bass), Darrin Vincent (baritone vocals, rhythm guitar), Paul Brewster (tenor vocals, rhythm guitar) and Jim Mills (banjo).

Farthing Location

84th Annual Singing on the Mountain

84th Annual Singing on the Mountain at Grandfather Mountain.

The "Singing" is a day-long gathering held out-of-doors in a meadow at the base of Grandfather Mountain. Music begins at 8:30 a.m. and continues throughout the day, with a break at mid-day for the sermon. Many families bring lawn chairs and picnics and make a day of seeing old friends and enjoying performances by top Southern Gospel groups.

This All-day gospel sing, church bazaar, and dinner-on-the-grounds held at the base of Grandfather Mountain. Features nationally known Korean evangelist and broadcaster Dr. Billy Kim and top singing groups.

For info visit Singing on the Mountain or call 800-468-7325

What's Happening in the High Country

So when and where is something happening in the High Country?
Every week, Everywhere!

From Boone to Blowing Rock, from Foscoe to Banner Elk, from Valle Crucis to Sugar Grove... we have it all Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall. Fun for the family or fun for one!

Looking to do some Trout Fishing? You are all but guaranteed to catch your limit at GrandFather Trout Farm. Do a little Canoeing, or Hiking and Backpacking? It is all here for you!

Something a little more exciting? How about Ziplining through the air at 50 Miles per hour? Try Screamtime Zipline

More into the Performing Arts? How about Hayes Center Performing Arts Center.
Art Festivals, Wine Festivals, Wolly Worm Festivals and more!

Come visit us and experience true Mountain Hospitality!