Download or read book The White Squirrels Find a Home in Pisgah Forest written by P. I. Ferguson and published by Archway Publishing. This book was released on 2017-09-18 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mr. Day bought the white squirrels from a pet shop to entertain curious visitors at Fun Day Carnival. Although Mr. and Mrs. Squirrel seem happy enough and do their tricks well, Mr. Day worries about them. The white squirrels are special. He wonders where they came from and where they belong. Maybe the squirrels would be happier on a farm. Mr. Day has family in western North Carolina, so he sends the white squirrels to them. Theres still something missing, though, so Mr. and Mrs. Squirrel eventually escape and must make their way in the wild. They will need to learn from other squirrels to survive the winter. There might even be a surprise come spring! Real white squirrels can be seen in the wilds of Pisgah Forest in western North Carolina. They arrived in the 1950s and have been a fairly common sight ever since. Author P. I. Ferguson welcomes her wild visitors and loves when one of her many grandchildren gets a glimpse of this special and unusual animal that has found a home in the mountain forests.
Download or read book The White Squirrels of North Carolina written by Donald Weiser and published by eBookIt.com. This book was released on 2013-02-21 with total page 61 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The White Squirrels of North Carolina" is a photo gift book of my award winning photos of the rare and beautiful white (not albino) squirrels found in the beautiful mountains of western North Carolina. I took all the photos in Transylvania County with a variety of digital cameras including Sony, Kodak, Olympus, and Panasonic. http: //www.whitesquirrelart.com/
Download or read book Fodor s The Carolinas and Georgia written by Salwa Jabado and published by Fodors Travel Publications. This book was released on 2009-03 with total page 562 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses dining, lodging, and sight-seeing in the Carolinas and Georgia
Download or read book Fodor s the Carolinas Georgia written by Ruth Craig and published by Fodors Travel Publications. This book was released on 2007-02-13 with total page 546 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses dining, lodging, and sight-seeing in the Carolinas and Georgia
Download or read book Hidden Carolinas written by Catherine O'Neal and published by . This book was released on 2003-05 with total page 484 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This virtual bed-and-breakfast guide recommends over 100 one-of-a-kind inns in the Carolinas, plus all the parks, resorts and town attractions. 17 maps. Illustrations.
Download or read book Hidden Carolinas written by Stacy Ritz and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 460 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From its walking tours of Charleston's historic Art Deco, Gothic Revival, Italianate, and Victorian mansions to its backroads journey through the Smoky Mountains' small towns, scenic parks, and secluded campgrounds, this revised edition of Hidden Carolinas shows travelers the way to an adventure as varied and diverse as the two states it covers.
Download or read book Seasons of Letting Go written by Frances Ruthe Figart and published by . This book was released on 2016-12-01 with total page 94 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A collection of inspirational essays dealing with family tradition, caregiving, grief, change and resilience, accompanied by colorful illustrations and photography.
Download or read book Moon Blue Ridge Parkway Road Trip written by Jason Frye and published by Moon Travel. This book was released on 2023-11-07 with total page 560 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the sprawling green countryside of Shenandoah to the mists rising over the Great Smoky Mountains, endless adventure and beauty await along America's most scenic highway. Inside Moon Blue Ridge Parkway Road Trip you'll find: Multiple Routes: Choose from flexible getaways along the Blue Ridge Parkway, including the ultimate two-week route, a four-day loop from D.C., and more Eat, sleep, stop and explore: With lists of the best hikes, views, restaurants, and more, you can listen to live bluegrass, find the best barbecue around, or sip local moonshine. Wander through the renowned museums in Washington D.C. or take a break in a charming mountain town. Explore a labyrinthine cave system, hike a leg of the famous Appalachian Trail, and spot black bears and elk in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Try your hand at gem mining, spend an afternoon antique hunting, or pick fruit at a family-owned orchard Maps and driving tools: Easy-to-use maps keep you oriented on and off the highway, along with site-to-site mileage, driving times, detailed directions, and full-color photos throughout Local expertise: North Carolinian and mountaineer Jason Frye shares his top tips for what to do Planning your trip: Know when and where to get gas, how to avoid traffic, tips for driving in different road and weather conditions, and suggestions for LBGTQ+ travelers, seniors, and road trippers with children With Moon Blue Ridge Parkway Road Trip's flexible itineraries and practical tips you're ready to fill up and hit the road. Exploring more of America on wheels? Try Moon Nashville to New Orleans Road Trip or Moon Drive & Hike Appalachian Trail. Doing more than driving through? Check out Moon Great Smoky Mountains National Park. About Moon Travel Guides: Moon was founded in 1973 to empower independent, active, and conscious travel. We prioritize local businesses, outdoor recreation, and traveling strategically and sustainably. Moon Travel Guides are written by local, expert authors with great stories to tell—and they can't wait to share their favorite places with you. For more inspiration, follow @moonguides on social media.
Download or read book Tar Heel Traveler Eats written by Scott Mason and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2014-11-07 with total page 229 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Scott Mason is the Tar Heel Traveler and he loves to eat hot dogs, cheeseburgers, barbecue, biscuits, and ice cream served in crumbling cinder-block buildings and ramshackle dives along the back roads of North Carolina. As a full-time feature reporter for WRAL-TV in Raleigh since 2007, Scott has discovered that North Carolina is filled with many amusing characters and out-of-the-way places, all of which are part of his Tar Heel Traveler television segment that airs Monday through Thursday on WRAL’s 5:30 pm newscast. The most popular stories are always about the hole-in-the-wall hot dog dives, cheeseburger joints, barbecue places, and ice cream parlors he has visited. He has featured dozens of such places on TV and now on paper he expands each story. Each chapter of Tar Heel Traveler Eats focuses on a particular restaurant as seen through the eyes the reporter who stumbles upon these classic dives. He peppers each chapter with dialogue and descriptive detail that includes the often inspiring stories of how these places began. These stories are not only about the nothin’-fancy kind of places that are close to people’s hearts, but also about the culture, tradition, and heritage of North Carolina.
Download or read book Moon Asheville the Great Smoky Mountains written by Jason Frye and published by Moon Travel. This book was released on 2016-08-23 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Make Your Escape with Moon Travel Guides! A community as varied as the landscape it inhabits, and history as wild as the mountains themselves: whether you're a foodie, artist, history buff, or hiker, Moon Asheville & the Great Smoky Mountains helps you plan the perfect trip for you. What You'll Find in Moon Asheville & the Great Smoky Mountains: Local perspective from writer, adventurer, and North Carolina resident Jason Frye Expertly crafted maps and reference photos with detailed directions for getting around on your own, all in an easy-to-navigate format Strategic itineraries for every trip and budget, including: one day in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, a five-day mountain getaway, one day in Asheville, and a classic bluegrass and mountain music journey Honest advice on driving routes, finding the best accommodations from campsites to boutique hotels, and navigating the region like a local Activities and ideas for every traveler: Trek across the scenic hills, meadows, and streams of the Appalachian Trail, or take a dip in the natural hot springs dotting the mountainous terrain. Connect with the region's rich artistic and cultural history, or go whitewater rafting, kayaking, or canoeing. Sample award-winning cuisine and discover the microbreweries that earned Asheville the title of "Beer City USA." Set up camp in the Pisgah National Forest, or find the best local bed and breakfast for a relaxing weekend getaway Detailed and thorough information, including crucial background on culture and history, geography, and plants and wildlife Handy tools such as emergency resources and tips for hikers and campers, LGBTQ+ travelers, and travelers with disabilities With Moon Asheville & the Great Smoky Mountains' practical tips, myriad activities, and local insight on the best things to do and see, you can plan your trip your way. Seeing the rest of the state? Check out Moon North Carolina. Exploring more of the South? Try Moon Carolinas & Georgia. Looking for more Southern city charm? Try Moon Charleston & Savannah.
Download or read book The Insiders Guide to North Carolina s Mountains written by Linda Davis March and published by Falcon Guides. This book was released on 1995-03 with total page 632 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book North Carolina Off the Beaten Path written by Sara Pitzer and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2017-04-01 with total page 217 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you’re a visitor or a local looking for something different, North Carolina Off the Beaten Path shows you the Tar Heel State with new perspectives on timeless destinations and introduces you to those you never knew existed––from the best in local dining to quirky cultural tidbits to hidden attractions, unique finds, and unusual locales. So if you’ve “been there, done that” one too many times, get off the main road and venture Off the Beaten Path.
Download or read book Native Plants of the Southeast written by Larry Mellichamp and published by Timber Press. This book was released on 2014-01-28 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Using native plants in a garden has many benefits. They attract beneficial wildlife and insects, they allow a gardener to create a garden that reflects the native beauty of the region, and they make a garden more sustainable. Because of all this, they are an increasingly popular plant choice for home and public gardens. Native Plants of the Southeast shows you how to choose the best native plants and how to use them in the garden. This complete guide is an invaluable resource, with plant profiles for over 460 species of trees, shrubs, vines, ferns, grasses, and wildflowers. Each plant description includes information about cultivation and propagation, ranges, and hardiness. Comprehensive lists recommend particular plants for difficult situations, as well as plants for attracting butterflies, hummingbirds, and other wildlife.
Download or read book Squirrels written by Richard W. Thorington and published by JHU Press. This book was released on 2006-08-28 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Publisher description
Download or read book Squirrels written by Kim Long and published by Big Earth Publishing. This book was released on 1995 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An introduction to the physical characteristics and behavior of squirrels, with fact tables for nine different squirrel species.
Download or read book Landscape Aesthetics written by and published by . This book was released on 1995 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book A Search for Safe Passage written by Frances Figart and published by Great Smoky Mountains Association. This book was released on 2021-03-16 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A diverse cast of animals in the Great Smoky Mountains embark on a dangerous journey of survival across in this educational adventure book with a new perspective on the places where roadways and wildlife meet. This compelling, accessible narrative is perfect for introducing readers to the problems and solutions around the global issue of roadway ecology, animal migration, and the 'barrier effect.' Best friends Bear and Deer grew up on the North side of a beautiful Appalachian gorge. In the time of their grandparents, animals could travel freely on either side of a fast-flowing river, but now the dangerous Human Highway divides their home range into the North and South sides. On the night of a full moon, two strangers arrive from the South with news that will lead to tough decisions, a life-changing adventure, and new friends joining in a search for safe passage.
