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October 2021

The invasive spotted lanternfly has moved into some Blue Ridge region states.

Good News from the Land. (Well, Mostly)

West Virginia goes telemetric bird watching; North Carolina land next to Pisgah National Forest gets protected; and the lanternfly threatens the region.
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Meet Otto Wood, Bandit of the 1910s and ’20s

The Wilkes County, North Carolina native carved a path of crime across the region, inspiring the ballads that compelled Trevor McKenzie to write a new book, from which we present an exclusive excerpt.
Highlands, North Carolina’s Old Edwards Inn and Spa offers sumptuous fare in its Hummingbird Lounge and other dining areas.

Late Fall Treks: 35 Great Museums, Meals, Lodging Spots and More

Tipis, Tipples, Tip-offs, Treehouses, Taste Treats and More. With the cooler seasons upon us, let’s explore some unusual and wonderful destinations across the seven Blue Ridge-region states.
Late fall color and early snow decorate the flanks of Waterrock Knob, Milepost 451.2 of Blue Ridge Parkway in Western North Carolina. From the photographer: “The Waterrock Knob view is a refreshing and accessible spot in any season as well as photogenic subject matter.”

Photo Essay: Two Seasons

Fall does not give way to winter in these mountains without fighting through first frosts with lingering bursts of leaf color. Thanks to our contributing photographers for capturing seasonal change at a spectacular transition.
Bullock Overlook presents a great view at Harlan County’s Kingdom Come State Park.

Harlan, KY Faces Forward

"What you’re left with is your people." At the heart of Harlan’s re-creation are two things we all could use: creativity and community.
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