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Autumn Leaves…. Spring when every As the days shorten and the temperatures cool, nature puts leaf is a flower.” on its most spectacular show right here in Ashe County. The air carries the scent of wood fires, signaling the coming of the -Albert Camus fall season. The leaves on the trees change from lush greens to the brilliant colors of autumn. The long-range views are resplendent with spectacular gold, red and yellow leaves that can be seen for miles and will truly take your breath away. Mother Nature knows how to put on a good show, and her center stage is Ashe County. For a closer look, enjoy a drive along one of our scenic byways. • NC Scenic Hwy. 88 • NC Scenic Hwy. 194 • NC Hwy. 16 • Blue Ridge Parkway • Back Roads Tour “Autumn is a second …..And Christmas Trees Thanksgiving weekend is the official start of Ashe County’s “10 Days of Choose & Cut.” Local designated Christmas tree farmers welcome and encourage visitors to wander through their fields in search of that perfect Christmas tree and often offer hay rides, hot chocolate and bonfires to enrich your family’s experience. Many accommodations offer specials during this event, so be sure to ask about them when you call for reservations. “The best Christmas trees come very close to exceeding nature.” -Andy Rooney The Town of West Jefferson joins the festivities on the Friday night after Thanksgiving with “Home Town Christmas” and the annual community tree lighting ceremony. Shops decorate for the holidays with Christmas lights, bows, garland and wreaths creating a festive atmosphere. Pack your camera, as some memories are best captured on film! www.AsheChamber.com 25 http://www.nationalgeographic.com/appalachia/map.html http://www.blueridgeparkway.org/ http://www.nationalgeographic.com/appalachia/map.html http://www.highcountrybackroads.com/ http://www.nationalgeographic.com/appalachia/map.html http://www.ashecountychristmastrees.com/choose_n_cut.asp http://www.ashecountychristmastrees.com/ http://www.townofwj.com/ http://www.VisitWestJefferson.org http://www.AsheChamber.com

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Ashe Magazine - Visitor & Business Guide Contents Chamber Welcome Helpful Numbers County Manager Welcome Ashe Facts & Figures Arts in Ashe County Music in Ashe County Calendar of Events Autumn Leaves History of Ashe County Playful Pastimes Just Down the Road Accommodations Shopping Restaurants Blue Ways Ashe County Map By Ways Agriculture HomePlaces in Ashe County Home Building Guide Buying & Selling Real Estate Small Business of the Year Business in Ashe County Businesses by Category Businesses by Alpha

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