WNC IS MADE BY MOUNTAINS
With unmatched natural assets and a community intimately engaged in the outdoors, Western North Carolina is the outdoor industry hub of the East. Step in for a closer look at places, people and companies that are Made by Mountains.
outdoor gift guide
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helene recovery
the outdoor business alliance of wnc is raising funds to help outdoor brands suffering from the devastating impacts of helene.
Made By Mountains Stories
The French Broad Paddle Trail
The French Broad River State Trail was established in 1987 on the French Broad River, one of the oldest in the world. The French Broad Paddle Trail begins at the confluence of its North and West Forks in Transylvania County, and travels through Henderson, Buncombe, and Madison counties, all the way into Cocke County, Tennessee.
Food For Adventures
Outdoor culinary and educational company, Food For Adventures, embarked on a "Cooking, Camping, & Conversations" nationwide tour, from the Appalachian Mountains to the Cascades, and back North to wild and scenic Maine.
Made by Mountains, Loved By Locals
Author, Eastern Band of the Cherokee citizen, and avid cyclist Annette Saunooke Clapsaddle shares her thoughts on finding the best local outdoor gear to get outside in WNC.
