A Week of Summer Fun in the NC High Country:

Monday – Checkout Grandfather Mountain with hiking trails, nature reserve, and mile high swinging bridge it is a full day’s adventure. http://www.grandfather.com

Tuesday – Spend a day at Hebron Colony Falls. A short half mile hike through the woods brings you to this wonderful series of falls and rocks. With boulders big enough to picnic on and a swimming hole; this is a hike worth making. http://www.itpi.dpi.state.nc.us

Wednesday – Go fishing at Grandfather Trout Farm. Everyone is guaranteed to make a “catch”. The Farm provides it all for you poles, bait, and fish! You only pay for what you catch. They will even filet, or smoke it for you. http://www.grandfathertroutfarm.com

Thursday – Go Gem Mining. Pan for beautiful rocks and gems, everyone can do it. If you find it it’s yours! At the Greater Foscoe Mining Company you can pan for gems rain or shine http://www.facetsoffoscoe.com

Friday – Go whitewater rafting with Backwoods Adventures!  With several different trips available, along with hiking and caving adventures you can include the whole family. www.backwoodsadventure.com

Saturday – Take a drive down the beautiful Blue Ridge Parkway. With overlooks and parks throughout the area there is something for every age. From the scenic Linn Cove Viaduct, to Price Lake with its canoes and picnic areas the whole family will enjoy the day.  http://ncnatural.com , http://www.virtualblueridge.com

 Sunday– Head to Tweetsie Railroad for an old fashioned good time!  For children, it’s a trip back into the Wild West, helping the US Marshal fight off howling renegades and would-be train robbers. For adults, it means a family oriented theme park in the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains, providing a day of fun and adventure for themselves and their children. http://www.tweetsie.com