According to local legend, Lucifer himself concocted his evil plans from the very heart of North Carolina, and so one of North Carolina’s most beloved scenic byways was named: the Devil’s Stomping Ground. Explore two important pieces of the Devils Stomping Ground Scenic Byway this Saturday by visiting Jordan Lake State Recreation Area and the […]
We all have vivid memories of drives we have taken. Family trips, cross-country excursions, or just local exploring reveal natural places we could never have imagined. North Carolina was featured in a USA Today destination article on scenic drives to explore whenever the adventuresome spirit strikes: “In a state where the Blue Ridge Parkway showcases […]
Photo courtesy of Lisa Rainwater 10 a.m. Arrive at the William B. Umstead State Park at the Crabtree Creek entrance. The Umstead State park covers 5,579 acres in the Triangle, and is a perfect place to escape from the noise and the bustle of the roads and local cities. Though there are almost 22 miles […]
North Carolina is taking a leadership role in the local food movement through its wide participation in the “Farm to School” food program. According to an article from Asheville’s Citizen-Times, 73 out of the 115 districts, which includes almost 1 million students, have participated in some form of farm-to-school program or activity. Of states from […]
10 a.m. Arrive at the Swift Creek Bluffs Nature Preserve, 7800 Holly Springs Rd, Raleigh. The gravel parking area is small, so slow down as you approach to avoid passing it altogether. Though the trail is approximately one mile, don’t plan on rushing through the preserve. Swift Creek Bluffs was featured on the North Carolina […]
Autocopters are changing the way scientists and citizen scientists collect data. Hovering above the treetops, these “spiderlike” machines are able to take a series of photos of foliage and flowers at close range, writes Wynne Parry in an article featured in Scientific American. While satellite images and “aircraft-borne scans” have been available in the past, […]
Recipe courtesy of Kathleen Zambello With the cold weather setting it we all are feeling the need for something warm and toasty. November is the perfect time to carve out those remaining pumpkins and cook up some pumpkin soup! Ingredients: 2 tablespoons oil 1 large apple, peeled and sliced 1-2 teaspoons curry powder, according to […]
3 p.m. Arrive at Eno River State Park, 6101 Cole Mill Rd, Durham, NC 27705. While not a Triangle Land Conservancy protected area, TLC is a partner and supporter of the Eno River Association, which protects different areas of the watershed. Eno River State Park has 28 miles of trails, both along Eno River and […]
Ladies and gentlemen, and especially ladies, this one is for you. A new study has found that green spaces reduce stress levels, especially in women. This reduced stress could account for past research that suggests green space “leads to lower blood pressure, better mental health, and reduced risks of being overweight or dying from heart […]
I stepped out of my car, my boots crunching on the fall leaves in the small parking area of Triangle Land Conservancy’s Swift Creek Bluffs Nature Preserve. It was just after noon on a sunny Sunday, and I was ready for a walk in the woods. I even had a snack-size Snickers bar in my […]
