September is the kick off of fall and nothing screams autumn quite like apples, apple cider, apple pie, apple butter…you get where we’re going. The first week of September is kicking off with a cidered bang in Hendersonville with the Annual North Carolina Apple Festival. The four day event will bring a host of apple… Read more »
Brevard Music Center: A Melodic Haven in the Heart of Nature
Nestled amid the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains in North Carolina, the Brevard Music Center stands as a sanctuary for musicians and music enthusiasts alike. This prestigious institution has evolved into a hub of musical excellence and a nurturing ground for budding talents. Offering a diverse array of educational programs and world-class performances, the Brevard Music… Read more »
Fly High Over Lake Keowee with Upstate ZipLine in Sunset, SC!
Are you on the hunt for a truly extraordinary adventure in South Carolina’s lush countryside? Look no further than Upstate ZipLine in Sunset, SC, right by the serene Lake Keowee. The extraordinary zipline course at Upstate ZipLine will give you the thrill of soaring through the treetops, up high above the lake’s waters. This incredible… Read more »
Explore Pendleton’s Historic Woodburn Plantation House
If you’re looking for a unique and informative experience, then look no further than the historic Woodburn Plantation House in Pendleton, South Carolina. Not only is it listed on the National Register of Historic Places, but it’s also a site on the SC National Heritage Corridor. This four-story clapboard plantation house was built in 1830… Read more »
Celebrating National Milk Day with Happy Cow Creamery
January 11th is National Milk Day, and what better way to celebrate than with some of the freshest milk around? We would like to highlight the Happy Cow Creamery in Pelzer, South Carolina. Not only do they produce delicious whole milk, but they also have a wide variety of other local, seasonal products in their… Read more »
Hanover House in Clemson, SC
Clemson, SC may first bring to mind Clemson University but it is also home to a great deal of history. One such historical place is the Hanover House, built over 300 years ago! Now, interesting enough, this structure didn’t call Pickens County “home” until the 1940s. Originally built in 1716 in Berkeley County for French… Read more »
BMW Performance Center
Have you ever wanted to learn how to make those tight turns or drift like a pro? What about just putting the pedal to the metal and flying down a straightway with no thought to speed limit? Just outside Greenville, in Greer on Highway 101, is the BMW Performance Center, a driving school that offers… Read more »
Chimney Rock State Park
There is so much to see and do in the mountains of Western North Carolina, from hiking and camping, to exploring a quaint picturesque town. One of our favorite ways to experience the western NC mountains is visiting Chimney Rock State Park! Just 25 miles from Asheville, North Carolina, this state park highlights the monolith… Read more »
Birding Clubs of the Area
The greater Upstate region of South Carolina is not only home to many beautiful and diverse plants, but also some fascinating and stunning birds! With so many beautiful species of birds to study, our area has several “birding” clubs where members learn about area birds together. Here are the top organizations in the greater Greenville… Read more »
2022 Independence Day Events
This year’s Independence Day is back in full swing! Throughout Lake Keowee, Western NC Mountains, and the greater Upstate area, area celebrations are outdoing themselves, giving all of us plenty of options to please the whole family! Narrowing down the list, we’re featuring our favorite Top 3 2022 July 4th celebrations to attend. Let’s get… Read more »
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