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January 2012
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Contact Information
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Jan.16-20th
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Adaptive Ski Week
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Beech Mountain Resort 828-387-2011 |
Jan. 21st
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Emerald Outback Guided Hike - Meet at Town Hall at 10 am for a trek through the woods of Emerald Outback and enjoy gorgeous winter views of the ski slopes, roan mountain, and elk river valley.
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Buckeye Recreation 828-387-3003 |
Jan. 22nd
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Boardercross Race
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Beech Mountain Resort 828-387-2011 |
Jan. 22nd
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Winter Women's Spa Day - Soothe your mind, body, and spirit for a wellness retreat. Services include massage, yoga, meditation, snacks, and beauty treatment. This event will take place at Town Hall from 9 am - 2 pm.
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Beech Mountain
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Jan. 29th
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HC Jr Race Series
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Beech Mountain Resort 828-387-2011 |
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February 2012
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Event Description
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Contact Information
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Feb.3-12th
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College Fest
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Beech Mountain Resort 828-387-2011 |
Feb. 5th
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Boardercross Race
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Beech Mountain Resort 828-387-2011 |
Feb. 7th
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Fly Tying by the Fire
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Buckeye Recreation 828-387-3003 |
Feb. 7th
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Falls Trail/Westerly Hills Guided Hike - Meet at Buckeye Recreation Center at 9 am for a hike through Westerly Hills and some great winter views from the ridge line.
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Buckeye Recreation 828-387-3003 |
Feb. 9th
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Fly Tying by the Fire
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Buckeye Recreation 828-387-3003 |
Feb. 11th
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Guided Snowshoe Hike |
Buckeye Recreation 828-387-3003 |
Feb. 12th
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HC Jr Race Series
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Beech Mountain Resort 828-387-2011 |
Feb. 18th
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Snowman Building Contest - Your creativity is the limit (family friendly)! Bring your own accessories and prizes will be awarded! Meet across from the sledding hill at 1 pm.
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Beech Mountain
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Feb. 18th
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Smoketree to West Bowl Guided Hike - Meet at Town Hall at 9 am to celebrate President's Day on this great loop from Smoketree Trail Heat at Pinnacle Ridge Road to the West Bowl and back.
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Buckeye Recreation 828-387-3003 |
Feb.25-26th
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Crescent Ski Council Race
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Beech Mountain Resort 828-387-2011 |
Feb. 26th
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Boardercross Race
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Beech Mountain Resort 828-387-2011 |
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March 2012
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| Date |
Event Description
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Contact Information
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All of March
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Medallion Hunt: Be the first to find the medallion, and prizes will abound. You will have all month with weekly clues, within the Town of Beech to find the medallion.
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Buckeye Recreation 828-387-3003 |
March 4th
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Boardercross Race
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Beech Mountain Resort 828-387-2011 |
March 6th
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Beech Mountain Bog Guided Hike - Meet at Town Hall at 9 am for this very special hike to a state protected bog area on Beech Mountain's eastern most ridge.
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Buckeye Recreation 828-387-3003 |
March 24th
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Emerald Outback Guided Hike - Spring is in the air, so come out and take in all of the sights, sounds, and smells of this pretty time of year! Meet at Town Hall at 9 am and stick around for a trail clean-up afterward.
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Buckeye Recreation 828-387-3003 |
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April 2012
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April 7
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Easter Egg Hunt
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Buckeye Recreation 828-387-3003 |
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May 2012
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| May 1 |
Town Anniversary
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Buckeye Recreation 828-387-3003 |
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Beech All-Year Round Attractions
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Free Hiking in Beech Mountain- Ten trails for hiking and X-Country Biking - Hiking maps available at the Beech Mtn. Chamber of Commerce. Visit Beech Mountain Hiking for more information.
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The large amount of trails in Beech Mountain makes bird watching a wonderful option while enjoying the outdoors. There are over 120 different species throughout the year. Visit North Carolina Birding Trail website for the full list of species found in Beech Mountain.
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Lake Coffey is one of Beech Mountain's signature neighborhood parks nestled off of Lakeledge Road. Lake Coffey is a great place to fish as it is stocked regularly with mountain trout. Lake Coffey park is also a great place for exercise, with its 1/4 mile walking track around the lake, basketball court, and it serves as the junction point for Beech Mountain's premier Upper & Lower Pond Creek trails. You can enjoy an entire day at this wonderful park!
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Perry Park has a newly completed picnic and parking area off of Tamarack Road, which serves as the trail head for Upper Pond Creek hiking trail. Enjoy a picnic, listen to the babbling creek, or enjoy a hike from this great neighborhood park!
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Hayden's park is a wonderful area with gorgeous and serene surroundings. This park is centrally located at the junction of Village Road, Mariah Circle, North Pinnacle Ridge Road, and Northridge Road. It makes for a great walking destination, picnic spot, or a wonderful place to enjoy a good book!
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Sunset Park is a neat neighborhood park located near the top of the mountain on North Pinnacle Ridge Road. Complete with grills, picnic tables, blueberry bushes ripe for picking, and the most gorgeous sunsets. This is a great family destination.
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The Buckeye Recreation Center offers numerous facilities for all ages. It includes indoor gymnasium, tennis, kids playroom, living room area, and track. For warmer months, it includes outdoor tennis, walking trail, ball field, fishing boating, hiking, campfire area, and a picnic area. It also offers numerous group fitness classes including Zumba, Spinning, Pilates, Yoga, and more! Visit Buckeye Recreation Center for more information, dates, and times.
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The Sushi Club in Downtown Banner Elk hosts the Jazz Ensemble every Wednesday night from 5 - 11 pm. Visit The Sushi Club Website for more information.
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Grandfather Vineyard & Winery is located 4 mile from Banner Elk and offers great views and an unique selection of wines. Enjoy a glass of wine and local cheeses on the porch or bring a picnic to share with friends on the banks of the river. Visit Grandfather Vineyard & Winery for their tasting room hours and more information.
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The Genesis Wildlife Sanctuary is a haven for injured, orphaned and abused animals, dedicated to rescue, rehabilitation, release, and education. Visit Genesis Wildlife Sanctuary or more information.
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