Elk Knob Park Presents ‘Fireflies: Beacons in the Night’

July 19, 2012. Fireflies are a sign of summer. How much do you know about these intriguing and unique insects? Did you know they are on the decline? Come out to Elk Knob State Park on Saturday, August 4 at 8 p.m. to learn some facts about these beacons of the night and to find out how you can help.

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Boone Fork Campground Streams Up For Improvement

June 27, 2012. The U.S. Forest Service today announced that several streams around the Boone Fork Campground will be improved as part of the Mulberry-Globe Stewardship Project now underway in the Grandfather Ranger District, Pisgah National Forest.

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The New and Improved 50-gallon “IVY” Rain Barrel

March 12, 2012. The Watauga County Cooperative Extension, Soil and Water Conservation District, and Town of Boone are working with Rain Water Solutions to offer High Country residents the opportunity to purchase the new and improved “IVY” rain barrel at the discounted price of $70 versus the regular retail price of $89.

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Going Green in a Dirty Business

March 10, 2012. Includes photo gallery! Most people don’t associate their trusted local mechanic with a sustainable, green business, but New River Tire, located on Old 421 South in Deep Gap, is an example of a sustainable, green auto shop. While vehicles are not usually considered sustainable, the way they are cared for can be.
BY LAURA MINNICH

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Mountaineer Hall Receives LEED Gold Certification

March 9, 2012. Mountaineer Hall, Appalachian State University’s modular constructed residence hall, has received LEED gold certification based on energy-saving criteria established by the U.S. Green Building Council and verified by the Green Building Certification Institute.

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