Please Visit These Fine Sponsors

Please Visit Our Fine Sponsors

Click on the beginning words in each paragraph to visit the web pages of our sponsors. They are listed in alphabetical order.

Abingdon, VA - I-81 Exits 14, 17, 19. History, romance, charm... In the great Virginia tradition, Abingdon, chartered in 1778, offers something for everyone! Information: Abingdon Convention & Visitors Bureau, 335 Cummings St., Abingdon, VA 24210 (540) 676-2282 or (800) 435-3440.

Rugs & Home of Asheville - Over 20,000 Oriental Rugs & Home Accessories. Finest rugs from India, China, Pakistan, Persia, Turkey, Egypt, Karastan, Milliken. Tapestries, needlepoints, oil paintings, antique furniture, brass, crystal & Tiffany lamps, mirrors. Local & national artists. Sculptures and fine porcelain. Located at I-26, exit 2, behind Ethan Allen. Open 7 days. Exceptional quality! Superb selection! Lowest prices! (828) 667-4585. Toll Free 1-800-881-RUGS

Artisan Center of Virginia - The official state Artisans Center featuring Virginia's finest crafts. Free admission to state and national exhibitions. Retail shop features 180 plus artisans. Waynesboro, Virginia - Exit 94 Interstate 64. Call toll free 877-508-6069. www.artisanscenterofvirginia.org Hours 10-6 Monday through Saturday, Sunday 12:30 through 5:30.

Bedford, Virginia Area Welcome Center - Bedford, a visit to remember. From its majestic mountains, wineries and vast highland lake, to the bluegrass concerts, historic memorials, and walking tours, this is the perfect place to leave everything else behind. Perfect for all ages. Bedford is centrally located right off U.S. 460 with nearby Interstate 81 as a main route. www.visitbedford.com

Boone, NC - Boone Convention And Visitors Bureau Boone, NC - three thousand feet closer to heaven, the views are longer, and life is slower. The average July & August high temps are 78 & 77 degrees. Summer in Boone makes you actually want to be outdoors. Here in the highest part of the Appalachian mountains, Daniel Boone once explored mountain trails. Now the Blue Ridge Parkway winds through the High Country, and you can explore Grandfather Mountain for rare birds and magnificent views. Go biking, rock climbing, fishing or rafting. Outfitters can supply everything you need. Tweetsie Railroad's steam whistle calls May through October, and Horn in the West's season runs June-August. Stay with us in any season! Within a few miles of Boone are seven golf courses, and the region is a haven to over 400 artists drawing inspiration from the mountains' majesty. Boone, NC, Exit Milepost 291.9 For details on events, attractions and lodging, E-Mail: info@visitBooneNC.net or Visit: www.visitBooneNC.com BOONE, NC. Discover the beauty of a 4 season Mountain Destination. For visitor information call or write Boone Convention & Visitors Bureau, 208 W. Howard St., Boone, NC 28607. (800) 852-9506 or (828) 262-3516.

Cherokee, NC - History - Culture - Tradition. The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. Our Story Lives On! Remember the good times you had when you visited Cherokee, North Carolina? The fun, excitement and history as still here. Make your reservations today to visit the land of the Cherokee, the Qualla Boundary in North Carolina. Call 877-884-1885 for great Cherokee getaways. Visit us at our website: www.cherokee-nc.com

Chimney Rock Park - Amazing scenery and everything from guided walks to creative workshops and special events. 800.277.9611.

The Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands - Asheville, NC. October 20-23, 2005. Shops: The Folk Art Center and Allenstand Craft Shop, Asheville, 828.298.7928; Guild Crafts, Asheville, 828.298,7903; Parkway Craft Center at the Moses Cone Manor, Blowing Rock, 828.295.7938. www.craftguild.org

30th Annual Craftsmen's Fair - Gatlinburg, Tennessee. October 6 thru 23th. At the Gatlinburg Convention Center. Arts, Crafts, Music. For more info call 865-436-7479 or visit our website at www.craftsmensfair.com. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Daily. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sundays.

Dogwood Crafters - Dillsboro, NC. A cooperative that has been a showcase of handmade traditional mountain crafts as well as a treasure of memorable gifts since 1976. 828.586.2248.

Frontier Culture Museum - Staunton, Virginia. Featuring four historic reconstructed working farms from Germany, Northern Ireland, England and Botetourt County, Virginia.

Hendersonville, NC - To order a free Mountain Seasons Vacation Planner for the Hendersonville & Flat Rock Area or drop by the Visitor Information Center, 201 South Main Street, Hendersonville, NC 28792. Our friendly staff of volunteers look forward to assisting you with directions, maps, and brochures to make your visit with us a pleasant journey.

Linville Caverns - North Carolina's only show caverns. Open daily March through November, Dec.-Jan.-Feb. weekends only. Courteous, experienced guides - Outstanding gift shop. Located on US 221 between Linville and Marion, just 4 miles south of the Parkway - Exit Parkway at Milepost 317.4. Turn left on US 221 toward Linville Falls and Marion.(800) 419-0540. - North Carolina's only show caverns. Open daily March through November, Dec.-Jan.-Feb. weekends only. Courteous, experienced guides - Outstanding gift shop. Located on US 221 between Linville and Marion, just 4 miles south of the Parkway - Exit Parkway at Milepost 317.4. Turn left on US 221 toward Linville Falls and Marion.(800) 419-0540.

Mistletoe Market - Abingdon, Virginia. Nov 11-13th, 2005. www.wkrac.org A must-see Holiday craft experience! 276.628.5005.

P. Buckley Moss Museum - Waynesboro, VA. 1.800.343.8643. Meet the Artist at her home, The Barn October 7, 2005 and December 9-11th, 2005.

Patrick County, Virginia - Covered bridges, whitewater kayaking in Kibler Valley, J.E.B. Stuart birthplace with reenactments, Blue Ridge Parkway, Reynolds Homestead and lots of outdoor activities, mountain music and crafts. 276.694.8367.

Ridgetop Cabins - 1.5 mi off Blue Ridge Parkway at Milepost 342. Pets welcome. Secluded mountain cabins. Lake, hiking Call for brochure (828) 675-5511. Rt. 5 Box 643, Burnsville, NC 28714.

Roanoke Valley, Virginia - Convention & Visitors Bureau, 540.342.6025. Championship sporting events, Dixie Caverns, Virginia Museum of Transportation, Virginia's Explore Park, and much, much more! www.VisitRoanokeVA.com