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YOUR GUIDE TO NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT FARMS C H R I S T M A S 2 0 1 4 www.NCchristmastrees.com C NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE O U N T Y Little Switzerland Christmas Tree Farm Quality Fraser Firs, Wreaths, and Roping P.O. Box 536 Little Switzerland, NC 28749 (828) 385-0378 lsctf.com TOPTON WAYNESVILLE MADISON AVERY CULLOWHEE, CASHIERS, GLENVILLE VALE MITCHELL Buck’s Tree Farm..............................................35 Little Switzerland Christmas Tree Farm............35 Little Switzerland Fraser Firs, LLC....................36 Snow Creek Christmas Trees............................36 Stonewall Christmas Trees...............................37 BAKERSVILLE, SPRUCE PINE, LITTLE SWITZERLAND Frosty Mountain Christmas Trees.....................34 Cartner Christmas Tree Farm............................ 15 Christmas Corner.............................................. 16 Snowy Mountain Christmas Tree Farm............ 17 Sugar Plum Farm.............................................. 18 Two D’s Nursery............................................... 19 MARSHALL FRANKLIN NEWLAND, CROSSNORE, PLUMTREE MACON Helms Christmas Tree Farm.............................30 LINCOLN Buck Knob Farm...............................................29 JACKSON Sweetwater Christmas Tree Farm.....................33 Osage Farms, Inc..............................................34 Boyd Mountain Christmas Tree Farm...............27 Mehaffey Tree Farm..........................................27 Smoky Mountain Christmas Farm....................28 HAYWOOD “Fir” Heavens Sake Christmas Tree Farm......... 24 CHEROKEE Jonas Ridge Tree Farm.....................................23 JONAS RIDGE MOUNTAIN CITY HILLSVILLE Whedbee’s Mountain House Tree Farm, Inc.....52 CARROLL, VA Wintergreen Farm............................................. 51 JOHNSON, TN Appalachian Evergreens...................................38 Big Ridge Tree Farm.........................................39 Brown’s Choose & Cut......................................39 Circle C Tree Farms Clawson’s Choose & Cut40 Clawson’s Choose & Cut.................................. 41 Cool Springs Nursery....................................... 41 Cornett-Deal Christmas Tree Farm...................42 Ewing’s Fraser Fir Farm....................................42 Greene Family Tree Farm..................................43 J & D Tree Farm LLC........................................44 Panoramic View Christmas Tree Farm.............46 What Fir! Tree Farm..........................................48 BOONE, BANNER ELK, DEEP GAP, VILAS, BLOWING ROCK WATAUGA SOPHIA BURKE RANDOLPH Spillman’s Christmas Tree Farm.......................38 LEICESTER Sandy Hollar Farms..........................................22 BUNCOMBE Clark’s Evergreens & Landscaping.....................7 Grouse Ridge Christmas Tree Farms..................8 Lee’s Trees..........................................................9 Mistletoe Meadows Christmas Trees................ 10 Peak Farms....................................................... 10 RRR Laurel Knob Tree Farm............................. 11 Shady Rest Tree Farms, LLC............................ 12 West End Wreaths & Choose-n-Cut................. 13 LAUREL SPRINGS, MIDLAND, WARRENSVILLE, JEFFERSON, WEST JEFFERSON, TODD, GLENDALE SPRINGS ASHE Lil’ Grandfather Choose & Cut Tree Farm...........4 Motsinger Trees At Pine Shadows Farm.............5 Papa Goats Tree Farm........................................5 Reeves Ridge Christmas Trees...........................6 Roberts Tree Farm..............................................6 Sam & Edna Miller Christmas Trees...................7 SPARTA, ENNICE, LAUREL SPRINGS, ROARING GAP ALLEGHANY A NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE L L E G H A N Y ALLEGHANY COUNTY LIL’ GRANDFATHER CHOOSE & CUT BUDDY & DELLA DEAL 15371 NC Hwy. 18 South Laurel Springs, NC 28644 336-372-9613 336-372-7006 Fax E-mail: fraserfir@icloud.com Website: www.LilGrand.com Directions: From Raleigh/Winston-Salem: Travel I-40 West towards Winston Salem. Take Exit 282, Highway 115. Turn right at the top of the exit ramp onto Hwy 115. Highway 115 will end in a T-intersection; turn right onto Hwy 18 North. Travel approximately 19 miles. Lil’ Grandfather Mountain Christmas Tree Farm is the first Christmas Tree farm on the right hand side of Hwy 18 North. From Charlotte: Travel I-77 North; turn onto Hwy 421 North towards North Wilkesboro. Turn right onto Exit 282 (Hwy 115). Turn right onto Hwy 115 North. Travel 3 miles and turn right onto Hwy 18 North, then follow above directions to Lil’ Grandfather Choose and Cut is the first Christmas Tree farm. Operating Dates and Hours: Nov. 27–30, Dec. 5-7, Dec. 12–14: Thur - Sat 9am to dark, Sundays - 12pm - dark. Tree Species and Height: Fraser Fir, Canaan Fir, Concolor Fir, Blue Spruce, White Pine: 2–13 ft. 13–16 ft. Balled & Burlapped available. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland (roping), boughs (greenery), Christmas shop, restrooms, machine-shaking, tree baling, tours by appointment, refreshments, hayrides, Santa Claus, Hay bale movie theater, and live animals. Other Services: We have partnered with Laurel Ridge Christian Conference Center, located on the edge of the Blue Ridge overlooking the NC foothill, to offer accommodations only 1.5 miles from our farm. A 10% discount to Lil’ Grandfather Choose and Cut also comes with the rental of a room! Check out our website or Facebook page for more details. See our ad on inside front cover. NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE A L L E G H A N MOTSINGER TREES AT PINE SHADOWS FARM ALFRED MOTSINGER Y 147 Camp Butler Road Glade Valley, NC 28627 336-363-2065 E-mail: alfred.motsinger@gmail.com Website: www.MotsingerTrees.com Directions: From Winston-Salem/Greensboro: Take Hwy 421 West to I-77 North. Take I-77 North to Exit 83 at Elkin, travel 18 miles on Hwy 21 North to Camp Butler Road on left, 2 miles past Roaring Gap Post Office (Big Camp Cheerio sign on left). Follow Motsinger tree signs to the field. From Statesville/Charlotte: I-77 North to Exit 83, then follow above directions. Operating Dates and Hours: November 22–23, 29–30, December 6-7, Friday & Saturday: 9AM–5PM; Sunday: 10AM–5PM. Thanksgiving Day: 9AM– 12:30 PM. Tree Species and Height: Fraser Fir 6–12 feet, Nordmann Fir 6–12 feet, Canaan Fir 6–12 feet, Colorado Spruce 5–10 feet, Turkish Fir 6–12 feet. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland (roping), boughs (greenery), un-sheared trees, restrooms, tree baling & refreshments. PAPA GOATS TREE FARM DENNIS BELL 687 Three Creeks Lane Sparta, NC 28675 336-372-3055 or 704-618-7360 E-mail: papagoats@skybest.com Directions: I-77 take Exit #83 onto Hwy 21 North to Sparta. Take right onto Hwy 18 North (located in downtown Sparta.) Take Hwy 18 North approximately 3 miles to White Acres on left. Turn left onto Three Creeks Lane. Follow Christmas tree signs until you see us on the right. Operating Dates and Hours: Open each weekend (Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays) ; 9am–Dark; starting weekend before Thanksgiving to Christmas. Tree Species and Height: Fraser Fir 3–10’, White Pine 5–9’, Blue Spruce 39’, Norway Spruce 3-7’. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland (roping), boughs, Christmas shop with accessories, Christmas gifts, local honey, Goat soap, and decorations, unsheared trees, restrooms, machine-shaking, tree bailing, refreshments, crafts. Pre-tagging of trees by customers begins September 1st. Drilling of trees, general store, hayrides, marshmallow fire pit, hot apple cider, children’s play area, free Christmas coloring books and crayons to all children, plus Bonnie the Christmas donkey, goats and other farm animals to see. Santa is here on select weekends. Call ahead for Santa schedule. Cabin rental on farm. Pre-tagging of trees begins September 1st. A NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE L L E G H A N Y REEVES RIDGE CHRISTMAS TREES ZAK ROUPE 3452 New Haven Road Sparta, NC 28675 366-372-7312 or 336-200-0889 E-mail: reevestrees@skybest.com Website: www.BestFreshChristmasTree.com Directions: Please visit our website or Facebook page for directions and maps. Operating Dates and Hours: November 21–December 14; Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays only; 10am–5pm. Tree Species and Height: Fraser Fir, 5-11 feet. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland (roping), Christmas shop, restrooms, tree baling, refreshments, hayrides, Santa Claus, marshmallow roast, live animals. ROBERTS TREE FARM DeWAYNE ROBERTS 223 Wilson Road Ennice, NC 28623 336-657-8587 E-mail: alleghanytrees@hotmail.com Website: www.AlleghanyTrees.com Directions: From Mt. Airy: Take Hwy 89 West approximately 18.5 miles; turn left on NC 18. Go 2.3 miles; turn left on Glade Valley Road ( #1444) 2.6 miles; turn right on Barrett Road (#1422) 2.5 miles; turn right on Little Pine Road (#1448) .3 mile; turn right on Crab Creek Road (#1450) .5 mile; turn right on Wilson Road (#1447). From Sparta: NC 18 North, 8 miles from Sparta. Turn left on Little Pine Road (#1453); .7 mile, turn left on Crab Creek Road (#1450); .4 mile, turn right on Wilson Road (#1447). First brick house on the left. Operating Dates and Hours: November 21–December 21, Monday through Saturday 10AM–5PM; Sunday 1PM–5PM. Tree Species and Height: Fraser Fir 5-14 feet. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland (roping), boughs (greenery), un-sheared trees, restrooms, tree baling, tours by appointment, refreshments, and mail order. Pre-tagging of trees by customers begins October 1st. DID YOU KNOW... The North Carolina Christmas Tree Association has been Keeping Christmas "Real" since 1959! NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE A L L E G H A N Y / A S H E SAM & EDNA MILLER CHRISTMAS TREES SAM & EDNA MILLER 14633 NC Hwy. 18 South Laurel Springs, NC 28644 336-359-2365 or 336-927-3355 Directions: From Charlotte, Statesville: Take I-77 to 421 and follow directions below. From Winston-Salem , Greensboro: Take 421 to North Wilkesboro exit 282 and turn right on 421 Bus/NC 115, go until a dead end road and turn right on 18 N. Go 18 miles to the top of the mountain. We are the second tree farm on the right. Watch for signs. Operating Dates and Hours: November 22-30, after that weekends only through December 23; Monday-Saturday 9AM-5PM, Sunday 12PM-5PM. Other times by appointment. Tree Species and Height: Fraser Fir & White Pine 5-12 feet. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland (roping), boughs (greenery), restrooms, machine-shaking, tree baling, tours by appointment. Pre-tagging of trees beginning October 1st. ASHE COUNTY CLARK’S EVERGREENS & LANDSCAPING CLARK REAVIS 2930 Liberty Grove Church Rd. Fleetwood, NC 28626 336-877-5014 or 336-877-7615, Fax: 336-877-1859 E-mail: clarksevergreens@yahoo.com Website: www.ClarksEvergreens.com Directions: From Hwy. 421 turn onto Hwy. 221 S towards West Jefferson. Go 2 miles turn left onto Cranberry Springs Rd. continue for 2.3 miles then turning right onto Liberty Grove Church Rd. Continue for 2 miles. Farm is on left just before the New River. Operating Dates and Hours: Weekends only. Opening Nov. 21-23, 27-30, through 12/23. Hours are 8a.m. - 5p.m. Tree species and heights: Fraser Fir: table-top - 10ft, Blue Spruce: 5’ - 6’, and Norway Spruce 5’-7’. All species are available balled & burlapped. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland, boughs, restrooms, tree baling, refreshments, hayrides with beautiful views of the New River. Tours by appointment. Pre-tagging begins Sept. 1. Visit www.NCchristmastrees.com A NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE S H E GROUSE RIDGE CHRISTMAS TREE FARMS SANFORD & DEBORAH FISHEL 14911 Old Hwy. 16 Grassy Creek, NC 28631 336-384-9094 OR 336-384-3337 FAX: 336-384-3380 E-mail: dgfishel@gmail.com Website: www.GrouseRidgeTrees.com Directions: From Jefferson, NC Take Jefferson Hwy (NC16) North 13 miles. Take right on John Halsey Road. End of road on left. From Mouth of Wilson, VA - Take Jefferson Hwy (NC16) South 3 miles. Turn left on state road 856. Travel 2 miles - yard on right. Operating Dates and Hours: Last week of November through first week of December only. 9am - 5pm Tree species and Height: Fraser Fir 4’ - 12’ Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garlands, boughs, restrooms, and tree bailing. Visit www.NCchristmastrees.com NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE A LEE’S TREES LILLARD “LEE” ELDRETH S H E 965 Helen Blevins Road West Jefferson, NC 28694 336-846-7936 or 336-846-1288 E-mail: leestrees@skybest.com Directions: From Boone or Wilkesboro on Hwy 421, turn North onto Hwy 221 toward West Jefferson. Go approximately 14 miles to the first traffic light; turn left and stay in left lane for 1 block, then turn left onto Beaver Creek School Road in front of McDonalds. Go 1/4 mile; turn left (at large “Lees Trees” sign) onto Helen Blevins Road (SR 1195) just before St. Mary’s Church of the Frescoes. Go 1 mile to the end of this “Dead End” road. Operating Dates and Hours: November 22–December 15; Monday through Saturday 9AM-5PM, Sunday 1PM-5PM. After Dec. 15, by appointment only. Tree Species and Height: Fraser Fir 5–13 feet. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland (roping), Christmas shop, restrooms, tree baling, tours by appointment, refreshments, scroll saw crafts, rebar stands, free drilling, hot cider and cookies on weekends. Pre-tagging of trees by customers beginning October 1. 10 A S NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE H E MISTLETOE MEADOWS / JOE FREEMAN 270 Mistletoe Meadows Parkway Laurel Springs, NC 28644 336-982-9754 or 336-465-9754 336-982-8694 Fax E-mail: mistletoem@skybest.com Website: www.MistletoeMeadows.com Directions: Please see website for directions. Operating Dates and Hours: November 27-30, December 6-7, 9AM-dark; Other dates by appointment only Tree Species and Height: Fraser Fir, White Pine, Leyland Cypress. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland (roping), boughs (greenery), restrooms, machine-shaking, tree baling, refreshments consisting of homemade cookies, apple cider and hot cocoa, hayrides, pony rides for the children, and a Christmas barn offering Christmas accessories. See our ad on inside back cover. PEAK FARMS / RUSSELL & BEAU ESTES 1011 Low Gap Road Jefferson, NC 28640 336-982-6082 or 336-977-2097 Fax: 336-982-6091 E-mail: RussellPF2@skybest.com Website: www.PeakFarmsNC.com Operating Dates and Hours: Nov. 22-23, 28-30; Dec. 1, 7-8, 14-15; 8AM-5PM. Tree Species and Height: Fraser Fir 4-12 feet. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland (roping), boughs (greenery), restrooms, tree baling. 11 NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE A RRR LAUREL KNOB TREE FARM WAYNE PHILLIPS S H E 6715 Hwy 194 South Todd, NC 28684 828-264-6488 or 828-963-3477 E-mail: rrrlaurelknobtreefarm@gmail.com Website: www.RRRTreeFarm.com Directions: From Boone, travel 194 North (by Hardees) for approximately 11 miles (go 1 mile past Todd intersection and Fire Department). Farm on right. Operating Dates and Hours: November 21-23, 28-30, December 5-7, & 13-14, 9AM-3PM. Tree Species and Height: Fraser fir, Tabletops–14 feet. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland (roping), boughs (greenery), Christmas shop, restrooms, tree baling, tours by appointment, refreshments, hayrides, marshmallow roast, live animals. Visit www.NCchristmastrees.com 12 A S NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE H E SHADY REST TREE FARMS, LLC TIM MILLER 287 Trading Post Road Glendale Springs, NC 28629 336-977-1659 or 336-982-2031 E-mail: srtreefarm@skybest.com Website: www.ShadyRestTreeFarm.com Directions: When traveling Highway 421 North through Wilkesboro, take Highway 16 North to the Blue Ridge Parkway. Turn right onto the Parkway and travel north 2.4 miles. Turn left at Northwest Trading Post onto Trading Post Road. Take first driveway on the right. Operating Dates and Hours: November 22–December 214; 9AM-5PM Tree Species and Height: Fraser Fir 4-17 feet; Nordmann Fir 5-11 feet; White Pine 4-6 feet; Colorado Blue Spruce 5-7 feet; Concolor Fir 4-6 feet; Canaan Fir 5-17 feet, and Turkish Fir 5-7 feet. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland (roping), un-sheared trees, restrooms, tree baling, tours by appointment, refreshments, hayrides, Santa Claus, mail-order, live animals pre-tagging of trees by customers by appointment only. Other Services: Mail order customers have the option of shopping at our virtual tree lot where they can see before they buy. Mountain Village Shopping Center 777 East Main Street Jefferson, NC 28640 336.846.1639 13 NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE A S H WEST END WREATHS AND CHOOSE & CUT / SCOTT BALLARD E 2152 Beaver Creek School Road PO Box 29 West Jefferson, NC 28694 336-846-7300 or 336-620-2650 Fax: 336-846-7309 E-mail: sales@westendwreaths.com Website: www.WestEndWreaths.com Directions: Turn left toward West Jefferson off of US 221N and immediately turn left onto Beaver Creek School Road. Follow signs and West End barn is on right. Operating Dates and Hours: November 28-30, December 6-7 & 13th. Tree Species and Height: Fraser Fir 5-8 feet. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland (roping), accessories and decorations, restrooms, machine-shaking of trees, tours by appointment, refreshments, mail order. Hayride to trees, fire pit for roasting marshmallows. Ahhh...Ashe! The Coolest Corner of North Carolina 8FTU+FĎFSTPOr5PEEr+FĎFSTPO -BOTJOHr(MFOEBMF4QSJOHT Ashe County Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center 01 N. Jefferson Ave., West Jefferson rXXXBTIFDIBNCFSDPN Questions about caring for your tree? Click to www.NCchristmastrees.com 14 A S NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE H E ASHE PLACES TO STAY ASHE THINGS TO DO BEST WESTERN ELDRETH INN 829 East Main Street Jefferson, NC 28640 800-221-8802 or 336-246-8845 www.bestwestern.com See our ad on page 1. ASHE COUNTY CHEESE 106 E main Street West Jefferson, NC 28694 800-445-1378 or 336-246-2501 info@ashecountycheese.com See our ad on page 13. NATIONS INN 107 Beaver Creek School Road West Jefferson, NC 28694 336-246-2080 BURNT HILL STABLES 1102 Burnt Hill Rd. Laurel Springs, NC 28644 336-982-2008 www.BurntHilStables.com See our ad on page 8. ASHE PLACES TO EAT BOONDOCKS BREWING TAPROOM RESTAURANT 108 S Jefferson Ave West Jefferson, NC 28694 336-246-5222 www.boonedocks-brewing.com See our ad on page 9. MOUNTAIN AIRE SEAFOOD & STEAKS 9930 Hwy. 16 S West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.MountainAireSeafood.com 336-982-3060 See our ad on page 12. DR. PEPPER BOTTLING PO Box 34 West Jefferson, NC 28694 336-846-2433 drpepperwj@skybest.com See our ad on page 11. TIS THE SEASON FOR ALL SEASONS 14 S Jefferson Ave West Jefferson, NC 28640 336-846-9488 - 704-576-3093 See our ad on page 11. TAMALES MEXICAN GRILL 777E Main St Jefferson, NC 28640 336-846-1639 www.Tamales.com See our ad on page 12. ASHE COUNTY CHAMBER & VISITORS CENTER 1 North Jefferson Ave. • West Jefferson, NC 28694 336-846-9550 • 888-343-2743 • www.ashechamber.com Please see our ad on page 13. Visit www.NCchristmastrees.com 15 NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE A V E R Y AVERY COUNTY CARTNER CHRISTMAS TREE FARM SAM CARTNER 901 Balsam Drive Newland, NC 28657 828-733-1641 or 828-273-7333 Fax: 828-259-9465 Email: cartner@carolinafraserfir.com Website: www.CarolinaFraserFir.com Directions: From Marion: 221 N to Crossnore Drugstore on right. Turn left onto 194 North. Go 4 miles to Newland and continue 2 miles straight to the farm on the left. From Morganton: 181 North to Newland. Turn right at the first stop light, 194 North, go 2 miles, farm is on left. From Boone: 105 South to Linville stop light, turn right on 181 North to Newland. At the first stop light turn right on 194 North, go 2 miles, farm is on left. From 19E: Stay on 194 South, continue to go past Mountain Glen Golf Course entrance & turn at the next road to the right. Operating Dates and Hours: Opening November 21 -23 - December 13-14 WEEKENDS ONLY; 9AM-5PM. Tree Species and Height: Fraser Fir 4–12 feet. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland (roping), boughs (greenery), un-sheared trees, restrooms, machine-shaking, tree baling, refreshments, mail order. Pre-tagging of trees by customers beginning in Aug. DID YOU KNOW... Discover the environmental benefits of real vs. artificial Christmas Trees at www.NCchristmastrees.com 16 A V NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE E R Y CHRISTMAS CORNER DOUGLAS R. CLARK 2806 Linville Falls Hwy. Newland, NC 28657 828-733-4850 Fax: 828-733-1126 E-mail: drcn1@live.com Website: www.ChristmasCornerChooseandCut.com Directions: Use street address 2806 Linville Falls Highway, Pineola, NC. Intersection of Highway 221 and 181. Operating Dates and Hours: Opening Nov. 15 - Dec. 23; Everyday, 8:30am - 5:30pm Tree Species and Height: Fraser fir 2-18 feet. Balled and Burlapped Fraser, Concolor, & Spruce. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland (roping), boughs (greenery), restrooms, tours by appointment, easy access, large parking area. We currently do not accept credit cards. We have several restaraunts and a motel within 1.5 miles of our farm. 17 NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE A V SNOWY MOUNTAIN CHRISTMAS TREE FARM CLAY CUTHBERTSON E R Y GPS Address: 4699 Linville Falls Hwy Newland, NC 28657 Mailing Address: PO Box 81 Crossnore, NC 28616 828-733-9589 or 828-737-9313 Fax: 828-733-1844 E-mail: snowymtn@yahoo.com Website: www.SnowyMountainChristmasTreeFarm.com Directions: Highway 221 South, Crossnore, NC. Check in at Christmas shop. Operating Dates and Hours: Opening Nov. 22. 7 days a week, daylight hours. Tree Species and Height: Fraser fir 3–16 feet. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland (roping), Boughs(greenery), Christmas shop (9am-8pm, Mon. - Sat., Sun. 1-6) tree baling, tours by appointment, refreshments, Santa Claus. Pre-tagging of trees by customers year-round by appointment. Christmas shop open May–December; please call 828-737-9313. See our ad below. 18 A V NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE E R Y SUGAR PLUM FARM / JAMES & HELEN PITTS 1263 Isaacs Branch Road Newland, NC 28657 PO Box 136, Plumtree, NC 28664 828-765-0019 (p/f) E-mail: sugarplumfarm@att.net Website: www.SugarPlumFarm.com Directions: From Charlotte take I-77 North to I-40, go West to Marion. From Raleigh/Winston-Salem/Hickory take I-40 West to Marion, then take 226 North, follow signs. From Asheville take I-40 East to Marion, take 226 North. From Boone take Hwy 105 to 221, go South to Linville Falls, turn right on Hwy 194, follow signs. Do not use GPS for directions. Operating Dates and Hours: November 15–December 21. Monday–Friday 12:30pm–4:30pm; Saturday and Sunday 8:30am–4:30pm; Special hours Thanksgiving day and weekend–8:30am–4:30pm. Tree Species and Height: Fraser Fir 5-22 feet, balled and burlapped available. Blue Spruce; 5-6 feet Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland (roping), boughs (greenery), Christmas shop, un-sheared trees, restrooms, machine-shaking, tree baling, tours by appointment, refreshments, hayrides, Santa Claus, mail order, & marshmallow roast. Other Services: Music on Saturdays during Choose and Cut. We accommodate school groups, churches, families, and wedding groups. See our ad on inside front cover. DID YOU KNOW... The North Carolina Christmas Tree Association has been Keeping Christmas "Real" since 1959! 19 NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE A V E R Y TWO D’s NURSERY / JOHN DELLINGER 7849 Linville Falls Hwy. PO Box 217, Crossnore, NC 28616 828-733-6686 or 828-898-2668 Fax: 828-733-6642 E-mail: johnd@twodsnursery.com Website: www.TwoDsNursery.com Directions: Four miles south of Crossnore, NC on Hwy 221 on left. Thirty miles north of Marion, NC on Hwy 221 on right. Operating Dates and Hours: Thanksgiving Day–Dec. 15; 7 days a week, 8–5pm. Tree Species and Height: Fraser fir 4–12 feet, White pine 5–12 feet, Canaan fir 6–10 feet. Balled and burlapped available on Fraser fir, Norway, and Colorado Blue Spruce 5–7 feet. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland (roping), restrooms & tree baling. Visit www.NCchristmastrees.com 20 NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE Wonder. It’s all around us, but especially here, at Grandfather Mountain. GRANDFATHER® MOUNTAIN WONDERS NEVER CEASE Present your High Country Christmas Tree receipt at the gate and get $2 off adult & $1 off child admission. www.grandfather.com Christmas Tree Ad Grandfather Mountain NC Christmas Tree Assoc Booklet Horizontal ad 4.5x1.75” Art: Angela Miller (919) 219-3228 Contact: Landis Wofford (828) 733-2013 NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE AVERY PLACES TO STAY AVERY THINGS TO DO PARKVIEW LODGE 10345 Linville Falls Highway 221 Linville Falls, NC 28647 828-765-4787 www.ParkviewLodge.com CHRISTA’S COUNTRY CORNER 1600 Jonas Ridge HWy Newland, NC 28657 828-733-3353 See our ad on page 16. PINEOLA INN 3085 Linville Falls Hwy Pineola, NC 28662 828-733-4979 or 828-733-2008 GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN 2050 Blowing Rock Highway Linville, NC 28646 800-468-7325 or 828-733-4337 www.grandfather.com See our ad on page 20. AVERY PLACES TO EAT CAROLINA BBQ & CHICKEN 500 Pineola Street Newland, NC 28657 828-737-0700 www.CarolinaBBQNewland.com KAYE’S KITCHEN 503 Pineola Street Newland, NC 28657 828-737-0314 See our ad on page 19. LOAVES & FISHES RESTAURANT & CATERING 176 Maple St Hwy 221 Crossnore, NC 28657 LOS ARCOIRIS 300 Jonas Ridge Hwy 181 Pineola, NC 28662 828-733-4341 LINVILLE FALLS WINERY 9557 Linville Falls Hwy Newland, NC 28657 828-7695-1400 www.LinvilleFallsWinery.com See our ad on page 15. SUGAR SKI & COUNTRY CLUB 100 Sugar Ski Drive Sugar Mountain, NC 28604 800-634-1320 www.SugarMountain.com See our ad on page 18. UNITED COMMUNITY BANK 200 Linville Street Newland, NC 28657 828-733-9281 www.ucbi.com See our ad on page 20. LOWERY’S BARBECUE COMPANY INC. 2805 Linville Falls Hwy Pineola, NC 28662 828-733-0909 See our ad on page 20. AVERY COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 4501 Tynecastle Hwy, Unit 2 • Banner Elk, NC 28604 828-898-5605 • www.averycounty.com Please see our ad on page 20. 21 22 B U NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE N C O M B E BUNCOMBE COUNTY SANDY HOLLAR FARMS CURTIS, JUNE AND DALE HAWKINS 63 Sandy Hollar Lane Leicester, NC 28748 828-683-3645 or 828-683-2964 (p/f) E-mail: sandyholfm@aol.com Website: www.SandyHollarFarms.com Directions: From Asheville: Take NC 63 (New Leicester Hwy.) 11 miles. Turn left on North Turkey Creek Road. Go 1 1/2 miles. Road splits. Stay right on Earlys Mtn. Road. Stay straight. Driveway is 6 miles on left. Operating Dates and Hours: November 22–December 21; 9AM-4:30PM. Tree Species and Height: Fraser Fir 2–12 feet. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland (roping), Christmas shop, restrooms, machine-shaking, tree baling, tours by appointmemt, refreshments, hayrides, Santa Claus, marshmallow roast, live animals. See our ad on page inside back cover. Goodness Grows In North Carolina... The Goodness Grows in North Carolina program is the official promotional program of the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. The program was originally conceived as a broad-based way to promote top quality NC agricultural products. Beginning in 1998, some changes have been made to tailor part of the program to the Christmas Tree and Nursery Industries. Membership in the program is free to all qualified producers of North Carolina agricultural products. Qualifications for Christmas Tree Growers and Nurseries include: 1) Production facilities or corporate headquarters must be located in North Carolina. 2) Facilities and or products must meet all Federal and State regulations where applicable. 3) The Goodness Grows logo can only be used on plants that are: a) Grown in North Carolina b) Meet or exceed the USDA standard for # 2 Christmas trees (for cut trees) c) Meet or exceed the American Standard for Nursery Stock as published by the ANLA. The Goodness Grows in North Carolina program is not intended as a substitute for any of the programs of the NCCTA. The NCDA & CS encourages you to continue your support of the North Carolina Christmas Tree Association and the outstanding work the association does for the North Carolina Christmas Tree Industry. The Goodness Grows in North Carolina symbol is registered with the Secretary of State, and it’s use is regulated solely by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. 23 NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE B U R K E BURKE COUNTY JONAS RIDGE TREE FARM / JAMIE SHELL Farm Address: 8040 Joe Poore Road Jonas Ridge, NC 28641 Mailing Address: 7439 Dogwood Knob Road Newland, NC 28657 828-733-4654 or 828-387-7588 E-mail: shelltrio@att.net Directions: From I-40: Take Exit 105 North on Hwy 181 approximately 25 miles. Turn right on Joe Poore Road. Farm is 1 mile on right. Look for signs. Operating Dates and Hours: Opening Nov. 22, Thursday–Sundays; 9am– 5pm. Monday–Wednesday, call for appointment. Tree Species and Height: Fraser Fir 2–18 feet. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland (roping), boughs (greenery), un-sheared trees, restrooms, tree baling, tours by appointment, refreshments, mail order wreaths. Pre-tagging of trees by customers beginning October 1st. Easy walking terrain and beautiful views. 24 B U NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE R K E / C H E R O K E E BURKE PLACES TO EAT BURKE THINGS TO DO FAMOUS LOUISE’S ROCKHOUSE 23175 Linville Falls Highway Linville Falls, NC 28647 828-765-2702 See our ad on page 23. ENGLISH FARMSTEAD CHEESE 19456 US 221 N Marion, NC 28752 828-756-8166 or 828-756-4625 JONAS RIDGE SNOW TUBING 9472 NC Hwy 181 Jonas Ridge, NC 28641 828-733-4155 or 828-433-5660 www.JonasRidgeSnowTube.com See our ad on page 23. CHEROKEE COUNTY “FIR” HEAVENS SAKE CHRISTMAS TREE FARM / RICKEY POSTELL 40 Fir Heaven Sake Lane PO Box 87 Topton, NC 28781 828-361-4878 or 828-361-4350 E-mail: RickTrees@yahoo.com Website: www.FirHeavenSakeChristmasTrees.com Directions: From Bryson City: Take US-74 West, go 24.4 miles, turn right onto Nelson Road, go .3 mile, follow signs. From Robbinsville: Take US 129 South, go 11.3 miles, turn right onto US-19/US-74/US-129, turn right onto Nelson Road, go .3 mile, follow signs. From Andrews: take US-19 North/US74 East/ US-129 North, go 5.3 miles, turn left onto Nelson Road, go .3 mile, follow signs. Map available on website. Operating Dates and Hours: Monday–Friday; 10AM-6PM; Saturday 9AM6PM; Sunday 1PM-5PM. Check website for any updated information. Tree Species and Height: Fraser fir 5-8 feet. Balled and Burlapped available. Accessories and Special Services: Christmas shop, restrooms, tours by appointment, refreshments, tractor pulled sleigh rides, Santa Claus, & marshmallow roast. Pre-tagging of trees by customers available. DID YOU KNOW... North Carolina is the second-largest producer of farm-grown Christmas trees in the United States. 25 NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE G A S T O N 26 G A NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE S T O N GASTON PLACES TO VISIT GASTONIA CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE RAM 2339 E Franklin Blvd. • Gastonia, NC 28054 704-564-9899 or 704-874-6000 www.GastoniaDodge.com See our ads on pages 25 and 26. 27 NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE H A Y W O O D HAYWOOD COUNTY BOYD MOUNTAIN CHRISTMAS TREE FARM / DAVID BOYD 445 Boyd Farm Road Waynesville, NC 28785 828-926-8888 or 828-506-3513 Fax: 828-926-8273 E-mail: trees@boydmountain.com Website: www.BoydMountainChristmasTreeFarm.com Directions: From Asheville, NC/Knoxville, TN – Exit 20 off I-40; 3 1/2 miles on Hwy 276S; Right Hemphill Road past Wingray Campground. Cross bridge and immediately turn left Boyd Farm Road. Follow to log cabins. From Atlanta, GA–Take I-85 North to I-98 South to Hwy 441/23 to Sylva, NC, continue on Hwy 23/74 to Waynesville; take exit 102B to Hwy 276 North and turn left Hemphill Road. Cross bridge and immediately turn left Boyd Farm Road. Follow to cabins. Operating Dates and Hours: November 14–December 21; Seven days a week; 9am-5pm. Tree Species and Height: Fraser Fir 5-14 feet. Balled and burlapped available. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland (roping), boughs (greenery), restrooms, tree baling, refreshments, & Santa Claus. You select the tree... we cut it, bale it, and tie it to your vehicle or you can use our bow saws and cut it yourself. A wonderful experience walking through the manicured fields and selecting your own tree! See our ad on page 28. MEHAFFEY TREE FARM / WALTER W. MEHAFFEY, JR. 24 Corner Drive Waynesville, NC 28785 828-926-1424 E-mail: mmehaffey@verizon.net Website: www.MehaffeyTreeFarm.com Directions: Exit 20 off of Interstate 40, travel 276 for 3 miles, turn right on Grindstone Road. Follow Grindstone until it intersects with Hemphill Road. Turn right on Hemphill Road, travel .2 mile to Corner Drive. Farm is on the left at 24 Corner Drive. Operating Dates and Hours: November 22–December 21; Tuesday–Sunday 9AM-5PM. Opened Thanksgiving Day. Tree Species and Height: Fraser Fir 5–12 feet. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, Garland (roping), Christmas shop, un-sheared trees, restrooms, machine-shaking, tree baling, & refreshments. All trees are easily accessed by the young and the young at heart. Fourlegged “family members” on leashes are welcome. 28 H A Y NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE W O O D SMOKY MOUNTAIN CHRISTMAS TREE FARM ROBBIE HUNT 756 Hemphill Road Waynesville, NC 28786 828-400-2933 E-mail: r115angel@aol.com Website: www.SmokyMountainChristmasTreeFarm.com Directions: From I-40: Exit #20 Maggie Valley, head south on Hwy 276, go 3 miles, turn right on Hemphill Road, then 1 mile on right, big red barn on top of the knoll. From 23/74: Exit #102 Waynesville, head North on Hwy 276, turn left at Hwy 19 into Maggie and then right back onto Hwy 276 North. We’re 2 miles North. Turn left onto Hemphill Road, go 1 mile on right. Operating Dates and Hours: November 21 until December 24; Monday Sundays; 9am–5pm. Tree Species and Height: Fraser Fir 5-12 feet, Blue Spruce, & Organic. Balled and burlapped available. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, restrooms, tree baling, marshmallow roast. 29 NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE J A C K S O N HAYWOOD PLACES TO STAY BOYD MOUNTAIN LOG CABINS AND CHRISTMAS TREE FARM 445 Boyd Farm Road Waynesville, NC 28785 828-926-1575 or 828-926-8888 www.BoydMountain.com See our ad above. JACKSON COUNTY BUCK KNOB FARM / TOM WALLER 1051 Wolf Knob Road Cullowhee, NC 28723 828-743-0248 or 770-475-4926 E-mail: tomwaller55@gmail.com Website: www.BuckKnobFarm.com Directions: Conveniently located off NC Highway 107 (Cashiers to Sylva), turn on Pine Creek Road (go 2 miles). Turn right on Cullowhee Mountain Road (go 1 mile). Turn left on Wolf Knob Road (go 1 mile) to Buck Knob Farm. Directions also on website. Operating Dates and Hours: November 27-29; 9:30am-5pm, 11/30, 12am5pm; December 6, 9:30-5pm, Dec 7, 12-5pm. Tree Species and Height: Fraser Fir 5-10 feet. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, restrooms, tree baling, & refreshments. We value friendships established thruough this annual event and enjoy seeing families return year after year. See our ad below. 30 L I NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE N C O L N LINCOLN COUNTY HELMS CHRISTMAS TREE FARM / HENRY HELMS 6345 Christmas Tree Lane Vale, NC 28168 704-276-1835 or 980-241-7736 704-276-2563 Fax E-mail: henryhelms@bellsouth.net Website: www.HelmsChristmasTreeFarm.com Directions: From Lincolnton Courthouse: Hwy 27 West for 8 miles. At stoplight, turn right (Cat Square Road) go 2 miles turn left (Beam Lumber Road). Go .4 mile turn right (John Beam Road) go .3 mile turn left on Christmas Tree Lane. Operating Dates and Hours: Nov. 22-Dec. 20; 9am– 6pm everyday. Tree Species and Height: Leyland Cypress & White Pine 5-20’, Red Cedar 5-10’, Carolina Sapphire & Colorado Blue Spruce 5-8’. Balled and burlapped available on all species. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland (roping), boughs (greenery), Christmas shop, restrooms, machine-shaking, Santa Claus, mail order, marshmallow roast, live animals, pre-tagging of trees by customers beginning October 1. We also offer covered wagon and train rides. See our ad on page 31. 31 NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE L I N C O L N 32 NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE From checking accounts to savings accounts, mortgages, loans, free refunds on all your ATM fees (ask us how!), and more...Peoples Bank can meet all your financial needs! Offices in Catawba, Claremont, Conover, Cornelius, Denver, Hickory, Hiddenite, Lincolnton, Maiden, Mooresville & Newton 877-802-1212 | TheRealPeoplesBank.com 33 NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE L I N C O L N / M A C LINCOLN THINGS TO DO LINCOLN PLACES TO STAY PEOPLES BANK 518 West C Street Newton, NC 28658 828-466-1765 or 877-802-1212 www.TheRealPeoplesBank.com See our ad on page 32. HAMPTON INN OF LINCOLNTON 129 Roper Drive Lincolnton, NC 28092 704-736-2000 www.HamptonInn.com See our ad on page 32. SAINE “ACE” HARDWARE & GARDEN CENTER 127 Spake Road Lincolnton, NC 28092 704-735-3911 www.AceHardware.com See our ad on page 32. LINCOLN PLACES TO EAT WOODMILL WINERY INC. 1350 Woodmill Winery Lane Vale, NC 28168 704-276-9911 www.WoodmillWinery.com See our ad on page 30. MITCHEM’S KITCHEN 6679 Hwy 27 West Vale, NC 28168 704-276-1153 or 704-276-1155 www.MitchemsKitchen.com See our ad on page 32. O N THE HOME PLACE RESTAURANT 1700 NC Hwy 27 West Vale, NC 28168 www.HomePlaceRestaurantNC.com See our ad on page 30. MACON COUNTY SWEETWATER CHRISTMAS TREE FARM LARRY E. ESTES 51 Sweet Water Drive Franklin, NC 28734 828-524-5412 Directions: From Franklin: Take 28-64 East 4.7 miles. Stay on Highlands Road (Hwy 64). Look for sign on left for Sweetwater Christmas Tree Farm. From the South: Take 441 bypass before Walmart and take exit to Highlands. At stop sign take right. Go 3 1/2 miles to 51 Sweetwater Drive on left. Watch for Sweetwater Christmas Tree Farm sign. Operating Dates and Hours: Two weeks before Thanksgiving–December 24; Monday–Saturday, 10am–5pm; Sunday, 1pm–5pm. Tree Species and Height: Fraser fir 5–12 feet. Accessories and Special Services: Boughs (greenery), tree baling. Pre-tagging of trees by customers beginning September by appointment. Visit www.NCchristmastrees.com 34 M NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE A C O N / M A D I S O N OSAGE FARMS INC. / RICKY JAMES 1604 Hale Ridge Rd Scaly Mtn, NC 28775 828-526-3989 or 706-490-2356 Directions: We are located half way between Dillard, Ga & Highlands, NC: 2 miles off Hwy 246/106, on Hale Ridge Road. Follow signs. Operating Dates and Hours: November 27–December 13, daily, 9am-4pm. Tree Species and Height: Fraser Fir 5–9 feet. Accessories and Special Services: Tree baling and machine shaking. MADISON COUNTY FROSTY MOUNTAIN CHRISTMAS TREES DONNA JONES 13623 Hwy 212 Marshall, NC 28753 828-656-8100 or 828-656-2548 Fax: 828-656-2548 E-mail: FrostyMountainChristmasTrees@gmail.com Website: www.FrostyMountainChristmasTrees.com Directions: On I-26 near North Carolina and Tennessee line, take Exit 50 in Tennessee toward Flag Pond. Going North from Flag Pond for about 2 miles, turn left after crossing bridge onto Hwy 352. Go uphill for 4 miles to NC state line. Road changes to Hwy 212. Turn right 0.6 miles at double mailboxes onto driveway with barn with large flag on side. Operating Dates and Hours: November 14–December 24; Seven days a week; 9am-5pm. Tree Species and Height: Fraser Fir 1–12 feet. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland (roping), boughs (greenery), restrooms, tree baling, tours by appointment, pre-tagging of trees by customers beginning July 5 (call ahead). 35 NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE M I T C H E L L MITCHELL COUNTY BUCK’S TREE FARM / RODNEY BUCHANAN 3127 Hwy. 80 Bakersville, NC 28705 828-766-8277 E-mail: rodbuck@yahoo.com Website: www.BucksTrees.com Directions: From Hwy. 19 in Spruce Pine take 226 approx 7 miles to 226A. Take a left and go 1.25 mile. Take a left onto Hwy 80, continue for 1 mile, parking will be on the right-hand side of teh road at the red barn. Operating Dates and Hours: SATURDAYS only - November 29 - December 6, December 8 - December 20 - Monday - Saturday; 9am - 5pm Tree species: Fraser Fir 5’-10’ Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths and tree-baling LITTLE SWITZERLAND CHRISTMAS TREE FARM DAN McKINNEY 10 Tree Farm Road PO Box 536 Little Switzerland, NC 28749 828-385-0378 or 828-765-2416 E-mail: mckinney88@bellsouth.net Website: www.LSCTF.com Directions: See our website for directions. From Blue Ridge Parkway: Take Little Switzerland exit, turn right and go under Parkway onto Chestnut Grove Church Road, continue one mile. Turn left on McKinney Mine Road (turn before grey stone church.) Proceed 2 miles on this road. Follow posted signs to the farm. Operating Dates and Hours: Please check our website for dates and hours. Tree Species and Height: Fraser Fir Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland (roping), boughs (greenery), restrooms, tree baling, refreshments, marshmallow roast. See ad on page 1. 36 M NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE I T C H E L L LITTLE SWITZERLAND FRASER FIRS, LLC ALEX GLOVER GPS Address: 2018 Long Branch Trail Spruce Pine, NC 28777 Mailing Address: PO Box 192 Little Switzerland, NC 28749 828-766-2683 or 828-467-9324 E-mail: rocdoc99@att.net Website: www.LittleSwitzerlandFraserFirs.com Directions: Exit off the Blue Ridge Parkway (milepost 333.9) and bear right, back under the Parkway, onto Chestnut Grove Church Road. Continue 1 mile, turn left onto McKinney Mine Road (right before the church). Continue 0.7 mile and turn right on Long Branch Trail. (2018 Long Branch Trail). Operating Dates and Hours: Open weekends only beginning November 15 December 21; We will be open the Friday after Thanksgiving. Saturdays 9am5pm, Sundays 1pm-5pm. Tree Species and Height: Fraser Fir, 4-12 feet. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, Christmas shop, restrooms, tree baling, refreshments & marshmallow roast. Home of the perfect Christmas tree! Only 35 minutes from I-40 (exit 86). SNOW CREEK CHRISTMAS TREES JOHN WILSON 302 Slagle Road Bakersville, NC 28705 828-688-1096 or 828-385-2388 Fax: 828-688-3968 E-mail: jlwilson513@gmail.com Website: www.SnowCreekChristmasTrees.com Directions: Hwy #226 North from Spruce Pine to Bakersville; turn left on Snow Creek Road, 7 miles from Spruce Pine. Go 1/4 mile, turn right on Slagle Road; Go 1/2 mile. Farm is on the Right. Operating Dates and Hours: Open weekends only. November 27 - December 20; Friday - Sat. 9am-5pm, Sundays 1-4pm. Tree Species and Height: Fraser Fir 5–14 feet Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, boughs (greenery), restrooms, tree baling. Visit www.NCchristmastrees.com 37 NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE M I T C H E L STONEWALL CHRISTMAS TREES / CHARLES WILSON L 1510 McKinney Cove Road Bakersville, NC 28705 828-467-0628 or 828-467-1342 E-mail: cmwilson1510@frontier.com Website: www.StonewallChristmasTrees.com Directions: Use address above for GPS directions or call 828-688-1122. Operating Dates and Hours: November 1-December 20; Monday - Saturdays 9am–5pm, Sundays 1pm–5pm. Tree Species and Height: Fraser fir 4–12 feet Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland (roping), boughs (greenery), tree baling. We work with small groups and clubs for fund raising. Call ahead for wreath and roping ordersPre-tagging of trees by customers beginning August 1st. We work with small or large groups who do fund raisers. Please call ahead (by October 1) for wreath and roping orders & Choose and Cut appointments. MITCHELL THINGS TO DO MITCHELL PLACES TO STAY GEM MOUNTAIN MINES 13780 Highway 226 South Spruce Pine, NC 28777 888-817-5829 www.GemMountain.com RICHMOND INN BED & BREAKFAST 51 Pine Avenue Spruce Pine, NC 28777 828-765-6993 www.RichmondInn.us MITCHELL PLACES TO EAT WESTERN SIZZLIN RESTAURANT 11961 Highway 226 South Spruce Pine, NC 28777 828-765-9151 www.WesternSizzlin.com See our ad above. 38 R A NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE N D O L P H / W A T A U G A RANDOLPH COUNTY SPILLMAN’S CHRISTMAS TREE FARM DARRELL & BEVERLY SPILLMAN 1576 Will Coltrane Rd. Sophia, NC 27350 336-495-5036 or 336-495-1090 E-mail: dspillman@northstate.net Website: www.SpillmansChristmasTrees.com Directions: Use address above for GPS directions or refer to our website. Operating Dates and Hours: November December 20; Monday - Saturdays 9am–5pm, Sundays 1pm–5pm. Tree Species and Height: Fraser fir 4–12 feet Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland (roping), boughs (greenery), restrooms, tree baling, tours-by-appointment, refreshments, & hayrides. WATAUGA COUNTY APPALACHIAN EVERGREENS, INC. CHARLES C. AND MELANIE WILCOX 620 Sampson Road Boone, NC 28607 828-264-1609 or 877-266-1609 Fax: 828-264-7602 E-mail: nanr@bellsouth.net Website: www.AppEvergreens.com Directions: Visit www.appevergreens.com to print map. From Boone: Take Hwy 321 towards Blowing Rock; from Tweetsie Railroad go 1.2 miles and turn left onto Aho Road; take Aho Road .6 mile and turn right onto Hodges & Miller Road; follow signs to farm. From Blowing Rock: Take Hwy 321 towards Boone; from Shoppes on the Parkway Outlet Shops go 1.6 miles; turn right onto Aho Road; take Aho Road .6 mile and turn right onto Hodges & Miller Road; follow signs to farm. From Wilkesboro/Hwy 421: Travel toward Boone on Hwy 421 North; at the top of the mountain turn left onto the Blue Ridge Parkway ramp. Using entrance ramp, proceed .1 mile to the Parkway; turn right onto the Parkway and proceed 11.2 miles; turn right onto Aho Road and proceed 1.6 miles; turn left onto Hodges & Miller Road; follow signs to farm. During inclement weather the Parkway may be closed. If Parkway is closed follow 421 to Boone and follow directions above from Boone. Operating Dates and Hours: November 22-23; 28,29-30 - Weekends only Dec. 6 -14; 9am-5pm. Tree Species and Height: Fraser Fir 4-9 feet. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland (roping), restrooms, tree baling, & refreshments. 39 NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE W A T A U G A BIG RIDGE TREE FARM / THAD & EDDIE TAYLOR 762 George Eggers Road Banner Elk, NC 28604 828-963-5151 (P/F) or 828-773-2857 E-mail: brtfarm@skybest.com Website: www.BigRidgeTreeFarm.com Directions: From Boone take Hwy 105 South approximately 8 miles to Clarks Creek Road. Turn right at sign. Go .9 mile to go one mile to George Eggers Road. Follow signs to farm. Operating Dates and Hours: November 15-December 21; Daily 10am-5pm. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland (roping), restrooms, tree baling, Santa Claus, hayrides, & live animals. Pre-tagging of trees by customers begins November 1st. BROWN’S CHOOSE & CUT / GARY M. BROWN 2648 NC Hwy 194 N Boone, NC 28607 828-264-2800 Directions: (From Wilkesboro) Take Hwy. 421 N into Boone. Turn right onto Hwy. 194 N. Go approximateley 2.8 miles until you see Wilson Brown Road (just past DOT station) on the right. Turn into first gravel driveway on the right once past Wilson Brown Road. (From Blowing Rock) Take Hwy. 321 into Boone. Take Hwy. 105 Extension to Hwy. 421. Take Hwy. 421 S to Hwy. 194 N. Turn left onto Hwy. 194 N. Go approximateley 2.8 miles until you see Wilson Brown Road (just past DOT station) on the right. Turn into first gravel driveway on the right once past Wilson Brown Road. Operating Dates and Hours: November 1–December 24; 7 days a week; 9am–5pm. Tree Species and Height: Fraser fir 5–11 feet. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland (roping), tree baling, live animals. Horse and sled ride–weather permitting. 40 W NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE A T A U G A CIRCLE C TREE FARMS DENNIS COOK 372 Will Cook Road PO Box 2507 Boone, NC 28607 828-265-7504 or 828-773-4026 E-mail: wnc367@aol.com Website: www.CircleCTreeFarms.com Directions: From Boone: Take Hwy 421 S to stoplight at Bamboo Road and turn right. Go exactly one mile and turn left onto Will Cook Road. Go to end of road. From Blowing Rock: Take Hwy 321 toward Boone and turn right at stoplight onto Deerfield Road. Go one mile and turn left onto Wilson Ridge Road. Go one mile to end. Go across Bamboo Road and bear right onto Will Cook Road. Go to end of road. Operating Dates and Hours: November 22-23, 10am - 5:30pm; November 227–December 21; Monday-Thursday 12am-5:30pm; Friday-Sunday 10am5:30pm Tree Species and Height: Fraser fir 4-12 feet. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland (roping), restrooms, tree baling, refreshments, hayrides, live animals. Easy access farm; credit cards accepted. Hemlock Inn A Blowing Rock Tradition Enjoy Our 2014 Christmas Tree Package Packages run Nov. 21 – Dec. 21, 2014. Visit www.HemlockInn.net for details. • Discover the magic of the Blue Ridge Mtns. • Walk to downtown shopping and dining • Easy driving to many area attractions • 18 uniquely designed and decorated rooms 828-295-7987 www.HemlockInn.net 134 Morris Street, Blowing Rock, NC 28605 41 NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE W A T A U G A CLAWSON’S CHOOSE & CUT DOUG & KATHY CLAWSON 4944 Highway 194 North Boone, NC 28607 Telephone: 828-264-3162 Directions: From Hwy. 421 take Hwy. 194 North at New Market Shopping Center. Travel 4.6 miles to field and sign on the left. Operating Dates and Hours: Nov 1–Dec 24, 9am–5pm; Seven days a week. Tree Species and Height: Fraser Fir 5–12 feet. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland (roping), restrooms, refreshments and net-bagging of trees. Visit Santa’s Homestead and see wreaths being made, old farm machinery and household items. We accept Visa & Master Card. COOL SPRINGS NURSERY / PAUL S. SMITH 244 Brownwood Road Deep Gap, NC 28618 828-963-4600 or 888-665-4378 Fax: 828-963-2546 E-mail: coolsprings2010@gmail.com Website: www.CoolSpringsNursery.com Directions: From Winston-Salem/Charlotte and approaching Boone 421: From the first light (intersection 221) after passing under the Blue Ridge Parkway, go 1.7 miles, turn right on Brownwood Road. From Boone 321: From the intersection of 321 and 105 (Wendy’s intersection) turn right onto 105 Extension, turn right onto 421 South and travel approximately 6 1/2 miles to Brownwood Road on left. Watch for signs. Operating Dates and Hours: November 18-19, November 24–December 10. December 16-17; Monday–Friday 10am–5pm; Saturday–Sunday 9am–5pm. Tree Species and Height: Fraser Fir 2–13 feet. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland (roping), accessories and decorations, tree baling, food. Pre-tagging of trees by customers by appointment. Map available on website. See our ad below. 42 W NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE A T A U G A CORNETT DEAL CHRISTMAS TREE FARM DIANE CORNETT-DEAL 142 Tannenbaum Lane Vilas, NC 28692 828-964-6322 E-mail: cdtreefarm@skybest.com Website: www.CDTreeFarm.com Directions: From Boone, take Hwy. 421 North to Hwy. 321 North. Follow Hwy. 321 North for approximately six miles to Bethel Road. Travel four miles on Bethel Road and turn left onto Mountain Dale Road. Travel 2.5 miles up Mountain Dale Road, farm is on the left at Tannenbaum Lane. Look for the signs. Operating Dates and Hours: Weekends only beginning November 15 December 14. 10am - 5pm Tree Species and Height: Fraser Fir, Blackhill Spruce, Concolor Fir 4–14 ft. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland (roping) boughs (greenery), Christmas shop, restrooms, machine-shaking, tree baling, refreshments, hayrides, tree drilling, and locally made crafts. We also offer mail order wreaths. Hayrides to the fields are available when weather permits. Cabin for rent–www.songbirdcabin.com. See our ad on page 47. EWING’S FRASER FIR FARM EWING HARMON 175 Navidad Lane Vilas, NC 28692 828-297-2856 or 828-964-5579 E-mail: egharmon@skybest.com Website: www.EwingsFraserFirFarm.com Directions: From Boone, take Hwy. 421 North six miles to Vanderpool Road on the right. Go 100 yards and veer left and go 100 more yards and turn left on Will Perry Road. The farm is at the first drive on the right. Operating Dates and Hours: Open beginning November 21–December 24; seven days a week, 9am–6pm. Tree Species and Height: Fraser Fir Tabletop–17 feet, Canaan & Blue Spruce, 7-8 ft.. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland (roping), Christmas shop, restroom, tours by appointment, refreshments, and free baling of trees, gift shop. Pre-tagging of trees by customers beginning November 1st. There are over 10,000 trees to choose from. Questions about caring for your tree? Click to www.NCchristmastrees.com 43 NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE J O H N S O N , T N GREENE FAMILY TREE FARM BURL GREENE 6989 Junaluska Road Boone, NC 28607 828-773-1451 E-mail: burlgreene@hotmail.com Website: www.GreeneTreeFarm.com Directions: From Boone: Entering Boone on 421 North, turn right at the New Market shopping center onto Highway 194. Go 1.6 miles and turn left on Howard’s Creek Road. Go 7 miles to the end of Howard’s Creek Road and proceed straight on Junaluska Road for 0.5 mile. We are located on the right. Operating Dates and Hours: November 15 - December 14, Mon. - Fri. 11am -4pm, Sat. - Sun. 10am - 5pm Tree Species and Height: Fraser Fir, 3-15 feet. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland (roping), Christmas shop, restrooms, tree baling, tours by appointment, refreshments, hayrides, and live animals. Pre-tagging of trees by customers begins November 1st. Beautiful views. 0OFTQFDJBMQFSSFTFSWBUJPO 'PTDPF3FOUBMTDPN $IPPTFGSPN-PH$BCJOT-VYVSZ$POEPTPS7BDBUJPO )PNFTGPSBXFFLFOEHFUBXBZIPMJEBZSFUSFBUPS FYUFOEFETUBZ$FOUSBMMZMPDBUFEUP#PPOF#BOOFS&ML BOE#MPXJOH3PDL&WFOUIFGBNJMZQFUJTXFMDPNF$BMM OPXUPSFTFSWFPSCPPLPOMJOFIPVSTBEBZ Visit www.NCchristmastrees.com 44 W NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE A T A U G A J & D TREE FARMS, LLC / JIM BRYAN 576 Bryan Hollow Road Boone, NC 28607 828-262-1845 or 828-773-7925 E-mail: jdtreefarm@gmail.com Website: www.JDTreeFarm.com Directions: From Boone, at the intersection of Hwy 194 North and US 421 at New Market Center, travel approximately 6 miles north on Hwy 194 toward Todd. Turn left on SR 1335 (Meat Camp Road) at MCVFD. Travel Meat Camp Road approximatley 1.9 miles and turn left on SR 1339 (Bryan Hollow Road.) Follow Bryan Hollow Road. When pavement ends, continue straight on the gravel road another 1/2 mile. This leads to the center of the tree farm. Follow the signs. Operating Dates and Hours: Open Weekends only. November 22-23; Thanksgiving Day, November 27-30; December 6-7, December 13-14; 10am–5pm. Tree Species and Height: Fraser Fir 5–13 feet Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland, boughs (greenery), restrooms, machine-shaking, tree baling, refreshments. Beautiful long range views, 4x4 recommended, friendly service. Like us on Facebook and check for special discount offers. 45 NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE W A T A U G A 46 W NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE A T A U G A PANORAMIC VIEW CHRISTMAS TREE FARM JOEY CLAWSON 368 Panoramic Lane Boone, NC 28607 828-719-6395 or 828-406-0213 E-mail: panoramictreefarm@yahoo.com Website: www.PanoramicTreeFarm.com Directions: From Boone at intersection of Hwy 421 & Hwy 194 N at New Market Center, take 194 N 5 miles. Turn right on Big Hill Road. Go 1/2 mile and turn right on Panoramic Lane. We are 200 yards on right. Operating Dates and Hours: November 22-23, 28,29,30, December 6-7, 13-14. Tree Species and Height: Fraser Fir, Tabletops–14 feet. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland (roping), boughs (greenery), Christmas shop, restrooms, tree baling, refreshments, hayrides, live animals. Pets welcome, free horse rides for children. We accept American Express, Visa, and Mastercard, personal checks, and cash. See our ad below. Visit www.NCchristmastrees.com NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE 47 48 W NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE A T A U G A WHAT FIR! TREE FARM NATHANIEL MARAM 330 Wolf Ridge Trail Boone, NC 28607 828-297-4646 828-297-3559 Fax E-mail: nmaram237@gmail.com Website: www.WhatFirTreeFarm.com Directions: From Boone: From the New Market Shopping Center at Hwy 421/221 and Hwy 194, turn North on 194 and go 1.6 miles to Howard’s Creek Road. Turn left. Go 5 miles to Curley Maple Road. Turn left again. Go 1.2 miles to the stop sign and turn right. Go about 100 yards and turn left on Wolf Ridge Trail. Follow the signs.From the TN area: Follow Hwy 321 from Elizabethton to 421N and turn left. Go approximately 2 miles to Tater Hill Road. (at the Citgo, +/- 10 miles south of Trade, TN) and turn right. Go two miles to Junaluska Road and turn right. Go approximately 1 mile to Wolf Ridge Trail. Turn right. You will see our sign. If you are coming from the Mountain City area, follow Hwy 421S to Tater Hill Road and turn left. Note: Tater Hill is steep and may be icy in the snowy weather. From the Charlotte area: (a) Follow I-77N to 421N (about 15 miles past Statesville). Follow 421N to 194N in Boone. From the Raleigh, Greensboro, Winston-Salem area: Follow interstate 40 to Hwy 421N to Boone.. Operating Dates and Hours: Open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays beginning November 14–December 14; 10am–4pm. Weekdays by appointment. Tree Species and Height: Fraser Fir 4–14 feet. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland (roping), Christmas shop, un-sheared trees, restrooms, tree baling, tours by appointment, refreshments, hayrides, Santa Claus, organic trees. Visit www.NCchristmastrees.com NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE WATAUGA PLACES TO EAT WATAUGA PLACES TO STAY DAN’L BOONE INN 130 Hardin Street Boone, NC 28607 828-264-8657 www.DanlBooneInn.com See our ad on page 48. BAYMONT INN AND SUITES 1075 Highway 105 Boone, NC 28607 828-264-0077 www.BaymontInns.com See our ad on page 47. MAKOTO’S 2124 Blowing Rock Rd Boone, NC 28607 828-264-7976 www.Makotos-Boone.com See our ad on page 47. BOONE LEISURE HOTELS 165 Hwy 105 Ext. Boone, NC 28607 828-262-1234 EXT. 505 See our ad on page 45. THE PEDDLER STEAK HOUSE 1972 Blowing Rock Road Boone, NC 28607 828-264-4433 www.PeddlerOfBoone.com See our ad on page 43. PEPPER’S RESTAURANT 240 Shadowline Drive Boone, NC 28607 828-262-1250 www.Peppers-Restaurant.com See our ad on page 39. 49 FOSCOE RENTALS 133 Echota Parkway Boone, NC 28607 800-723-7341 or 828-963-8142 www.foscoerentals.com See our ad on page 43. HEMLOCK INN 134 Morris Street Blowing Rock, NC 28605 828-295-7987 www.HemlockInn.net See our ad on page 40. SONGBIRD CABIN 432 Tannenbaum Lane Vilas, NC 28692 828-964-6322 www.SongbirdCabin.com See our ad on page 47. WATAUGA THINGS TO DO DOC’S ROCKS GEM MINE 129 Mystery Hill Lane Blowing Rock, NC 28605 828-264-4499 www.DocsRocks.net See our ad on page 44. GRANDFATHER VINEYARD & WINERY 225 Bineyard Lane Banner Elk, NC 28604 828-963-2400 www.GrandFatherWinery.com See our ad on page 40. 50 NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE T H E E N V I R O N M E N TA L C H O I C E Real vs. Fake Christmas Trees Real Christmas Trees Fake Christmas Trees ✓ Real Christmas trees are plantation grown on American family ✘ Fake Christmas trees are made in Korea, farms, making an important economic contribution to many rural communities in the United States. ✓ Real Christmas trees absorb carbon dioxide and other harmful “greenhouse” gasses and release fresh oxygen into the air. A Real Christmas tree has a fragrance beyond compare. ✓ One acre of Christmas trees provides the daily oxygen requirement for 18 people. There are about 500,000 acres of Christmas trees in the United States which collectively provide oxygen for 9 million people daily. Young, fast-growing trees like Christmas trees release more oxygen than mature forest trees. ✓ For every Real Christmas tree harvested, another one is planted in its place to ensure a steady supply year after year. Christmas tree fields support turkey, quail, songbirds, rabbits and deer. ✓ When planted outside after the Holidays, balled and burlapped Real Christmas Trees temper winds, suppress loud sounds, filter dust, moderate temperature, and dissipate odors. ✓ Real Christmas trees are an all-American renewable, recyclable resource. After the holidays, Real trees are chipped into biodegradable mulch, which replenishes soil in landscapes, parks, and schools. Most communities offer recycling programs. Taiwan, or China. Importing artificial trees contributes to the US trade deficit. ✘ Fake Christmas trees are made from non-renewable plastics. The manufacture of petroleum-based plastics use up natural resources. Once used, they are gone forever. ✘ Furthermore, the manufacture of both plastic and metal components in the tree consume energy and create pollution. ✘ The average use of a Fake Christmas tree is only 6 or 7 years. Eventually, they all go to the landfill as garbage. ✘ Fake Christmas trees are not biodegradable. The plastics and metals that they contain, including lead, will remain in our landfills for centuries. ✘ Three Asian wood-boring beetle species have been imported to America on the wooden trunks of Fake trees. Undetected, these insects could attack native forest trees and lumber. ✘ Some consumers have suffered an allergic reaction to materials in their Fake tree. ✓ Recycled Real Christmas trees are also used as wind and water ✘ When a Fake Christmas tree catches fire, it barriers at beaches and river beds to fight sand and soil erosion. They protect our water supplies, and provide refuge for wildlife. When sunk in ponds, they provide excellent refuge and feeding areas for fish. releases dangerous toxic fumes into the home. ✓ Real Christmas trees can be used as a feeding station and winter shelter for songbirds in your yard. ✓ Some consumers are allergic to dust that accumulates on surfaces of Real trees grown outside. You can wash most allergens off by spraying the tree with water before bringing it inside. ✓ The safest Christmas tree is a fresh, well-watered tree. A Real tree has never started a fire. Faulty Christmas lights, candles, and fireplaces can start tree fires. Choose a Real Christmas Tree. The Environmental & Traditional Choice! Visit www.NCchristmastrees.com for more information. 51 NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE J O H N S O N , T N AND IN TENNESSEE... JOHNSON COUNTY, TN WINTERGREEN FARM / SIMON SMITH 223 Waddell Road Mtn. City, TN 37683 423-727-2593 E-mail: wintergreenfarm@gmail.com Directions: From Boone, NC: Take Hwy 421 North to Mountain City, TN. Take a right at the 3rd traffic light (91 N) and follow for 7-8 miles and look for sign on the right. Turn right on Ackerson Creek Road and go 1.2 miles; then left on Waddell Road, then first gravel drive to left. From Bristol, TN/VA: Take I-81 North to exit 19 (Damascus/Mt. Rogers) and turn right on 58 and follow through Damascas, VA. Road turns right and becomes 91 South. Follow for 7-8 miles to Ackerson Creek Road on the left. Look for signs. Operating Dates and Hours: November 27-December 21; 10AM-5PM. Tree Species and Height: Fraser fir, 4–10 feet. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, boughs (greenery), machineshaking, tree baling, refreshments. Views into North Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. 52 C A NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE R R O L L , V A AND IN VIRGINIA... CARROLL COUNTY, VA WHEDBEE’S MOUNTAIN HOUSE TREE FARM, INC. CHARLES W. WHEDBEE 1431 Horseshoe Bend Road Hillsville, VA 24343 336-337-8207 or 276-398-3321 E-mail: cwhedbee@triad.rr.com Website: www.WhedbeesTreeFarm.com Directions: From Hillsville, VA: Go 8 miles East on #58. Turn left on (907) Horseshoe Bend Road. Go 2 miles to Farm. From Mt. Airy: Take #52 North to Hillsville and follow “From Hillsville” directions above. From WinstonSalem: Go to Mt. Airy and follow “From Mt. Airy” directions above. From Greensboro: Go to #52 North out of Winston-Sale and follow “From WinstonSalem” directions above. From Meadows of Dan: Take #58 West toward Hillsville, turn right on (907) Horseshoe Bend Road and go 2 miles to farm. Watch for signs. Operating Dates and Hours: Nov. 28– 30; December 6 - 7, 9am-4pm. Tree Species and Height: Fraser Fir, 4-14 feet. Accessories and Special Services: Wreaths, garland (roping), un-sheared trees, restrooms, tree baling, tours by appointment, refreshments. Pre-tagging of trees by customers beginning October 1st. Come early to beat the snow! 53 NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE C O U N T Y 54 NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE 55 NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE 2013 Photo Contest Winners FIRST PLACE Marlie, Corben, Brandon & Becca Punch; Sugarplum Farm in Plumtree RUNNER-UP Leah Anderson, Big Ridge Tree Farm in Banner Elk RUNNER-UP Alexander & Nicholas Shaffer, Sugarplum Farm in Plumtree RUNNER-UP Corben & Marlie Punch, Sugarplum Farm in Plumtree 56 NORTH CAROLINA CHOOSE & CUT GUIDE ADVERTISERS INDEX Ace–Saine Hardware & Garden Center.......... 32 Kaye’s Kitchen............................................... 19 Ashe County Chamber of Commerce............ 13 Lil’ Grandfather Mountain....... Inside Front Cover Ashe County Cheese Company..................... 13 Linville Falls Winery....................................... 15 Avery County Chamber of Commerce........... 20 Little Switzerland Christmas Tree Farm............. 1 Baymont Inn and Suites................................. 47 Lowery’s Barbecue Company, Inc................. 20 Best Western Eldreth Inn................................. 1 Makoto’s....................................................... 47 Boondocks Brewing Taproom Restaurant........ 9 Mistletoe Meadows................Inside Back Cover Boone Leisure Hotels..................................... 45 Mitchem’s Kitchen......................................... 32 Boyd Mountain Log Cabins & Christmas Tree Farm.................................. 28 Mountain Aire Seafood & Steaks.................... 12 Buck Knob Farm............................................ 29 Peddler Steak House...................................... 43 Burnt Hill Stables............................................. 8 People’s Bank................................................ 32 Christa’s Country Corner............................... 16 Pepper’s Restaurant...................................... 39 Cool Springs Nursery..................................... 41 Sandy Hollar Farms................Inside Back Cover Dan’l Boone Inn............................................. 48 Snowy Mountain Christmas Tree Farm........... 17 Doc’s Rocks Gem Mine................................. 44 Songbird Cabin.............................................. 47 Dr. Pepper Bottling......................................... 11 Sugar Plum Farm................... Inside Front Cover Famous Louise’s Rockhouse Restaurant....... 23 Sugar Ski & Country Club.............................. 18 Foscoe Rentals.............................................. 43 Tamales Mexican Grill.................................... 12 Gastonia Chrysler-Jeep-Dodge-Ram........ 25, 26 Tis The Season For All Seasons..................... 11 Grandfather Mountain.................................... 20 United Community Bank................................ 20 Grandfather Vineyard & Winery...................... 40 Western Sizzlin.............................................. 37 Hampton Inn Lincolnton................................. 32 Woodmill Winery, Inc..................................... 30 Helms Christmas Tree Farm........................... 31 Hemlock Inn.................................................. 40 Homeplace Restaurant................................... 30 Jonas Ridge Snow Tubing............................. 23 Panoramic View Christmas Tree Farm............ 46 S TAR T A FA MILY TR ADITIO N FILL WITH KIDS WAGAON PHOTO ??? 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