
Chestnut Mountain
Chestnut Mountain is a unique nature-based park where you can enjoy hiking, mountain biking, picnicking, and other family outdoor activities. Nick Scheuer was one of the driving forces that made this outdoor recreation infrastructure idea into a reality with record breaking speed and efficiency.
Discover how embracing outdoor recreation is propelling Canton into a prosperous future. Plus, get a sneak peek into the visionary redevelopment plans for Canton’s iconic mill site. Tune in to witness Canton’s remarkable journey from past to present and glimpse its promising future!
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.
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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.
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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.
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