The Arboretum Has Something for Everyone |
The N.C. Arboretum is our next door neighbor and we often send guests there to hike the trails but it has much more to offer. The 434-acre site is nestled in one of the most beautiful natural settings in the United States. Mountain peaks bound the property's visual perimeters and 1.8 miles of the Bent Creek stream run through the center of the Arboretum. A wide variety of classes and workshops are taught by the staff and other plant experts. Educational programs target all ages and range from bonsai demonstrations to how to stack dry stone. Some classes are less than half a day and cost only $9. This spring there are special weekend shows for Orchids, Rhododendrons, Dahlias and Roses. Right now they have a great exhibit about the mysteries of bats and their next exhibit is H. Douglas Pratt and John C. Sill's BIRDS: The Science of Illustration. It is part of The North Carolina Arboretum's celebration as an official part of the NC Birding Trail, this exhibit explores how art and science work together in Pratt and Sill's artistic illustrations of birds. So visit their website and check out what is happening at the Arboretum for your next visit by clicking on the picture. |
Spring at the Biltmore Estate & the Festival of Flowers |
Spring is perhaps the most beautiful time of year to visit the Biltmore Estate and thru April 3rd tickets bought online are only $37 for week days and $41 on Saturdays. The popular "Festival of Flowers" starts April 4th thru May 17th and tickets are then $50 and $55. Click of the picture to visit their web site.
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Our Winter Projects |
As usual we've used the winter season to do a few upgrades around the lodge. We've added more leather dining room chairs for your comfort. Of course, we've painted guest rooms, and this time we added wainscoting in the Bird, Wildflower and Water rooms. See if you notice anything else on your next visit! |
Learn to become a Female Fly-Fisher |
The Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education is hosting an introduction to fly-fishing for women April 4th on the blue ribbon trout waters of the Davidson River. It is an extention of the "Becoming an Outdoors Woman" program of the NC Wildlife Resourses Commission. The cost is only $40. Ladies, if you have every thought about casting a fly this would be a great opportunity. Click on the photo to find out more & register. Can't make it on April 4th or aren't female, give me a call and I can help your find the outfitter to get you started in this fun sport.
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March Specials |
For the month of March there is no "two night minimum". Get away for a single night, any night!! (at our regular prices on weekends)
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Ask for our "March Special" when making your reservations and receive 20% off a two night weekend stay or 30% off any night(s) Sunday-Thursday till March 31st!!. |