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World’s Only Ramp Farmer Ramps Down

Glen Facemire, the “Ramp Man” of Richwood, West Virginia, says it’s time for him to sell what may be the world’s only ramp farm.

Gatlinburg Skylift Reopens (And It’s Longer Than Ever!)

The longest pedestrian suspension bridge in North America is open in the Smokies.

‘Fortnite’ Creator Works to Preserve North Carolina Lands

“Fortnite” creator Tim Sweeney is helping create a different kind of landscape in the North Carolina mountains.

Blue Ridge Parkway’s Orchard at Altapass Celebrates 25 Years at Milepost 328.3

The Orchard at Altapass has expanded its offerings significantly over the past 25 years as a Blue Ridge Parkway landmark.

New Trails in Virginia’s New River Valley

The walker-friendly Huckleberry Trail will fill in its last gap.

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The once-lowly ramp has come a long way under Glen Facemire’s care.

World’s Only Ramp Farmer Ramps Down

Glen Facemire, the “Ramp Man” of Richwood, West Virginia, says it’s time for him to sell what may be the world’s only ramp farm.
The Gatlinburg Skylift has come back from the ‘16 fire longer than ever.

Gatlinburg Skylift Reopens (And It’s Longer Than Ever!)

The longest pedestrian suspension bridge in North America is open in the Smokies.
“Fortnite” creator Tim Sweeney is helping create a different kind of landscape in the North Carolina mountains.

‘Fortnite’ Creator Works to Preserve North Carolina Lands

“Fortnite” creator Tim Sweeney is helping create a different kind of landscape in the North Carolina mountains.
The Orchard at Altapass has expanded its offerings significantly over the past 25 years as a Blue Ridge Parkway landmark.

Blue Ridge Parkway’s Orchard at Altapass Celebrates 25 Years at Milepost 328.3

The Orchard at Altapass has expanded its offerings significantly over the past 25 years as a Blue Ridge Parkway landmark.
The popular Huckleberry Trail connecting Blacksburg and Christiansburg, Virginia, will now extend to Brush Mountain.

New Trails in Virginia’s New River Valley

The walker-friendly Huckleberry Trail will fill in its last gap.
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Much of the Oklawaha Greenway is lined with trees.
The Good Walk

Walking Oklawaha Greenway

Located just minutes from downtown Hendersonville, North Carolina, this 3.25-mile scenic pathway winds through forests and wetlands.

May 1, 2026

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