The mountains are coming alive with all the beauty it holds this time of year.  The trees are different shades of green, the flowers are in bloom and the weather is warm in the day and cool at night.  The … Continue reading →

Winter is here and the snow is beautiful.  As I look out my window, I see a blanket of snow on the ground and ice glistening on the limbs to the trees. The banks of the river are lined with … Continue reading →

Fall is here!!!  The air is crisp, the leaves are changing colors and there is excitement all around.  I am learning every season is a celebration here.  We are always doing something and the people are so enthusiastic about their … Continue reading →

I have decided it is always busy in the mountains.  People love the weather, the laid back atmosphere and all the events that are available. I wanted to give you highlights of some of the events that are in the … Continue reading →

There are so many events going on in Banner Elk and the surrounding areas.  I’ve decided there is always something happening in the mountains. Just to give you a few “happenings around town.”  The Forum Series at Lees-Mcrae kicks off … Continue reading →

Tuesday, May 2nd, starts the 1st Tuesday Oyster Roast at Lost Province Brewery.  They also have great wood fired pizza for those who would like something else.  Live music is provided through the weekend-folk,vintage pop,guitars and jazz. List of Events … Continue reading →

We had such a good time with our first guest at The Lodge At River Run.  It was fun to hear about their lives and how they enjoy their time off from work.  They loved sitting around the fire pit … Continue reading →

Today was exciting at The Lodge at River Run.  We stocked the river with over a hundred rainbow trout. I learned a few things about the trout.  They were raised from eggs, and when they grow larger they are put into … Continue reading →