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Articles, News and LinksEvery so often a trail, hike, mountain, or other subject will be featured in an article, and listed here. To enrich the userfulness of this site, these articles will go into more depth about the actual experience of being on WNC's trails, as opposed to just providing raw information.
You'll also find news pertinent to outdoor recreation in the area, as well as a section containing links to other useful sites on this page.
Hike WNC Articles
WNC's Forests Threatened by Exotic Diseases
A variety of imported diseases is threatening the health, and now the very existence, of WNC's rich, diverse mountain forests. The latest threat: Sudden Oak Death. Can the
diseases be stopped?
Graveyard Fields Trail Renovation Project
A major trail renovation project at Graveyard Fields has greatly altered the user experience -
for the better! Check out this article to find out more.
WNC's Forests Threatened by Exotic Diseases
A variety of imported diseases is threatening the health, and now the very existence, of WNC's rich, diverse mountain forests. The latest threat: Sudden Oak Death. Can the
diseases be stopped?
A Call to Action: The Hemlock Wooly Adelgid
One of the most pressing threats at this time, a tiny, imported bug is wreaking havoc on our native, majestic Hemlock trees. Find out what this disaster could mean and how you can
stop it! This article includes descriptions of the Erwin's View trail at Linville Falls. Updated with information on the hemlocks at Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest.
Shortcutting Switchbacks Tramples Trillium!
It's spring, and the Trillium will be blooming all along WNC's trails soon. However, some of them may be threatened, and the reason may surprise you. In fact, this threat IS you! Check out this article to find out more.
