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Heritage Center

Heritage Center: 257 Standard St, Elkin, NC 28621

Stop by the Heritage Center for trail guide maps, festival maps, brochures and more information to utilize during the festival! This is the headquaters for everything you need to explore. Information desks and merchandise availble here as well as restrooms and showers.

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Quilt Show

Heritage Center: 257 Standard St, Elkin, NC 28621

Stop by the Heritage Center to view beautiful quilts made by local artists!

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HDK Ranch

HDK Ranch: 4128 Little Mountain Rd, Jonesville, NC 28642

During the NC Trail Days Festival stop by the HDK Ranch. They are offering: Trail Rides & Riding Lessons- $40 per hour, Pony Rides- $8, Petting Zoo- $6 includes cup of feed!

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Stone Mountain Wolf Rock MST

Meetup Location: Stone Mountain Backpacking Lot36.39453786406567, -81.06874478075137

Hike the newest section of the MST in Stone Mountain State Park from the Backpack Parking Lot to Wolf Rock and back. This hike gains 700 ft in elevation, so please ensure you properly assess fitness level before taking this hike. Meetup Location: Stone Mountain Backpacking Lot36.39453786406567, -81.06874478075137 DIRECTIONS FROM DOWNTOWN ELKIN: Take North Bridge Street (Bus US-21N) 3.3 miles.Take a right on US-21 BUS N for 0.1 mile.Use the 2 left lanes to turn left on US-21 and follow for 8.5 miles.Turn left on Traphill Road (just beyond a Dollar General) and stay on Traphill Road for 4.4 miles.Turn right on John P Frank Parkway and stay straight for 6.5 miles (Backpack parking will be on your right; don’t confuse it with the Widow Creek Falls parking that is located a hundred yards or less before).

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Garden Creek Moonshine Still Hikes

Garden Creek Baptist Church in Stone Mountain State Park: 36.38911014381531, -81.06927753811834

This Moderate/Strenuous 2 mile hike led by Bob Hillyer. Explore some of the former liquor stills on this hike along Garden Creek at Stone Mountain State Park. Much of this hike will be off-trail. Dress accordingly. Meet at the Garden Creek Baptist church INSIDE Stone Mountain Park on the main road through the park.
Meetup Location: Garden Creek Baptist Church, Stone Mountain State Park 36.38911014381531, -81.06927753811834
DIRECTIONS FROM DOWNTOWN ELKIN:
Take North Bridge Street (Bus US-21N) 3.3 miles.
Take a right on US-21 BUS N for 0.1 mile.
Use the 2 left lanes to turn left on US-21 and follow for 8.5 miles.
Turn left on Traphill Road (just beyond a Dollar General) and stay on Traphill Road for 4.4 miles.
Turn right on John P Frank Parkway and stay straight for 7 miles (Garden Creek Church will be on your left).

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Grassy Creek Vineyard to Carter Falls Hike

Meetup Location: Grassy Creek Vineyard & Winery, 36.29421086853064, -80.86223200259845

This 4 mile hike is Easy/Moderate and led by Josh Smith. Meetup Location: Grassy Creek Vineyard & Winery
36.29421086853064, -80.86223200259845
DIRECTIONS FROM DOWNTOWN ELKIN:
Take North Bridge Street (Bus US-21N) 3.3 miles.
Take a right on US-21 BUS N for 0.1 mile.
Use the 2 left lanes to turn left on US-21 and stay in far left lane.
Turn left on Klondike Road for less than 1 mile.
Turn left on Tasting Room Drive until you arrive at the Tasting Room. Please park behind the Grassy Creek Tasting Room

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Craft Gallery

Foothills Art Center: 321 East Main Street Elkin, NC

Stop by for a great place to buy local and handmade goods!

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Carter Falls Powerhouse Loop

Meetup Location: Carter Falls Trailhead
36.289132512606166, -80.88071061424748

Take a hike just less than a mile in distance but with amazing views of Carter Falls and the Elkin Creek Gorge. View the remnants of the old power house in this section of the Elkin Creek. View the future site of the Bridge of Dreams, a suspension bridge that will take the MST across the Elkin Creek. Enjoy the views of Carter Falls from the base (for those that choose) and/or the views upstream from the falls. Hike Leader: Stephen Harris

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Nature Scavenger Hunt

Byrd's Branch Campground: 225 Martin Byrd Rd, Elkin, NC 28621

Visit Byrd's Branch Campground to pick up your Nature Scavenger Hunt Sheet. Bring back to Camp store when completed to receive a free Ice Cream! Also, stop by the Stone Painting Station (located on the Front Porch). Decorate a Stone to keep or leave on the trails for all to see!!

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Garden Creek Moonshine Still Hikes

Garden Creek Baptist Church in Stone Mountain State Park: 36.38911014381531, -81.06927753811834

This Moderate/Strenuous 2 mile hike led by Bob Hillyer. Explore some of the former liquor stills on this hike along Garden Creek at Stone Mountain State Park. Much of this hike will be off-trail. Dress accordingly. Meet at the Garden Creek Baptist church INSIDE Stone Mountain Park on the main road through the park.
Meetup Location: Garden Creek Baptist Church, Stone Mountain State Park 36.38911014381531, -81.06927753811834
DIRECTIONS FROM DOWNTOWN ELKIN:
Take North Bridge Street (Bus US-21N) 3.3 miles.
Take a right on US-21 BUS N for 0.1 mile.
Use the 2 left lanes to turn left on US-21 and follow for 8.5 miles.
Turn left on Traphill Road (just beyond a Dollar General) and stay on Traphill Road for 4.4 miles.
Turn right on John P Frank Parkway and stay straight for 7 miles (Garden Creek Church will be on your left).

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Downtown Elkin Historic Hike

222 East Main Street, Elkin, NC, Meetup Location: Trail Tree sign at the east end of Main Street, across from The Liberty parking lot.
36.245044029896434, -80.84821128747222

Hike along with Laura Gaylord, Elkin’s Main Street Manager, as she shares numerous points of interest, hidden treasures, fun facts, and the history of Elkin’s downtown and its buildings, which are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Plan for approximately 2 hours of exploring; comfortable walking shoes recommended. Rain or shine. This is an easy 1-2 mile hike.
Meetup Location: Trail Tree sign at the east end of Main Street, across from The Liberty parking lot.36.245044029896434, -80.84821128747222

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E&A Rail Trail, Industry, David Allen Forge Hike

Elkin Public Library: 111 N Front St, Elkin, NC 28621

Join this easy 3-4.5 mile hike led by Dr. Bill Blackley on the E&A Rail Trail and learn some interesting history along the Elkin Creek. The hike will explore near the forge area to the shoe factory dam and potentially beyond on the E&A Rail Trail.
Meetup Location: Elkin Public Library
36.243904475393364, -80.8540644602677

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NC Trail Days Kick-Off

Heritage Center: 257 Standard St, Elkin, NC 28621

Join us at the Chamber of Commerce/ Heritage Center for the NC Trail Days Kick-Off. There will be live music, beer and wine for purchase, and food trucks!

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Live at Five

The Wisdom Table: 101 E Main St, Elkin, NC 28621

Join Explore Elkin at The Wisdom Table for live music on the 1st Thursday of every month! Enjoy live music, wines from Elkin & beyond, craft beer & charcuterie! Performance by Mike Ramsey

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Heritage Center

Heritage Center: 257 Standard St, Elkin, NC 28621

Stop by the Heritage Center for trail guide maps, festival maps, brochures and more information to utilize during the festival! This is the headquaters for everything you need to explore. Information desks and merchandise availble here as well as restrooms and showers.

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Quilt Show

Heritage Center: 257 Standard St, Elkin, NC 28621

Stop by the Heritage Center to view beautiful quilts made by local artists!

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HDK Ranch

HDK Ranch: 4128 Little Mountain Rd, Jonesville, NC 28642

During the NC Trail Days Festival stop by the HDK Ranch. They are offering: Trail Rides & Riding Lessons- $40 per hour, Pony Rides- $8, Petting Zoo- $6 includes cup of feed!

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Pokémon Hike

222 East Main Street, Elkin, NC, 28621: 36°14'42.2"N 80°50'53.6"W

Gather the kids and discover the educational features highlighted by Pokémon stops and gyms from east Main Street, through downtown following the Mountains-to-Sea Trail, joining the Overmountain Victory Trail along the Big Elkin Creek to join the Elkin & Alleghany Rail Trail and end at the Elkin Municipal Park. Children must be accompanied by adult. Equipment is not provided, games should be loaded and ready to play at hike start time. This hike led by Beanie Taylor is easy and approximately 1.5 miles. Meetup location: Trail Tree sign at the east end of Main Street, across from The Liberty parking lot. End at Bandshell at Elkin Municipal Park

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EVTA Stone Mountain Trail Work Day

Stone Mountain State Park

RAIN OR SHINE - It's On!
Our fourth year of celebrating National Trails Day® and the second NC Trail Days work event by doing some trail work on the Mountains-to-Sea Trail within Stone Mountain State Park.
WE WILL BE DOING TRAIL MAINTENANCE ON A PORTION OF THE MST!
(Mountains-to-Sea Trail)
Possible tasks include removing roots, working on tread/slope, water erosion control, limb/debris removal, and other tasks.
Come join us!
There will be something for all ages.
** 8:15 AM CHECK-IN ** at the Stone Mountain State Park Visitor Center.
Via vehicles, we'll travel to the actual work spot.
Last minute attendees are welcome to attend; however, please try to RSVP so we can coordinate efficiently. All last minute notices will be sent thru the meetup portal (more reason to RSVP attending).
Bring any tools you may have, extra trash bags, water, gloves, bug repellent, sunscreen....and so on.
(definitely hydrate/bring water- humidity may be a factor)
***Please sign up here for this specific event location- this will allow us to anticipate the number of volunteers- and have enough team leads and tools. Sponsored by Waste Management

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All Level Yoga

Elkin Municipal Park: 399 North Carolina 268 W, Elkin, NC 28621

Join this class of All Level Yoga at the Elkin Municipal Park. Presented by Yoga on Main, this session of Yoga will take place next to the playground at the Elkin Municipal Park. Free session, donations welcomed.

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Stone Mountain Wolf Rock MST

Meetup Location: Stone Mountain Backpacking Lot 36.39453786406567, -81.06874478075137

Hike the newest section of the MST in Stone Mountain State Park from the Backpack Parking Lot to Wolf Rock and back. This hike gains 700 ft in elevation, so please ensure you properly assess fitness level before taking this hike. Meetup Location: Stone Mountain Backpacking Lot36.39453786406567, -81.06874478075137
DIRECTIONS FROM DOWNTOWN ELKIN: Take North Bridge Street (Bus US-21N) 3.3 miles.Take a right on US-21 BUS N for 0.1 mile.Use the 2 left lanes to turn left on US-21 and follow for 8.5 miles.Turn left on Traphill Road (just beyond a Dollar General) and stay on Traphill Road for 4.4 miles.Turn right on John P Frank Parkway and stay straight for 6.5 miles (Backpack parking will be on your right; don’t confuse it with the Widow Creek Falls parking that is located a hundred yards or less before).

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Garden Creek Moonshine Still Hikes

Garden Creek Baptist Church in Stone Mountain State Park: 36.38911014381531, -81.06927753811834

This Moderate/Strenuous 2 mile hike led by Bob Hillyer. Explore some of the former liquor stills on this hike along Garden Creek at Stone Mountain State Park. Much of this hike will be off-trail. Dress accordingly. Meet at the Garden Creek Baptist church INSIDE Stone Mountain Park on the main road through the park.
Meetup Location: Garden Creek Baptist Church, Stone Mountain State Park 36.38911014381531, -81.06927753811834
DIRECTIONS FROM DOWNTOWN ELKIN:
Take North Bridge Street (Bus US-21N) 3.3 miles.
Take a right on US-21 BUS N for 0.1 mile.
Use the 2 left lanes to turn left on US-21 and follow for 8.5 miles.
Turn left on Traphill Road (just beyond a Dollar General) and stay on Traphill Road for 4.4 miles.
Turn right on John P Frank Parkway and stay straight for 7 miles (Garden Creek Church will be on your left).

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Pokémon Hike

Elkin Municipal Park: 399 North Carolina 268 W, Elkin, NC 28621

Gather the kids and discover the educational features highlighted by Pokémon stops and gyms from The Elkin Municipal Park, following the Mountains-to-Sea Trail and the Overmountain Victory Trail along the Big Elkin Creek through downtown ending at the Trail Tree sign at the east end of Main Street, across from The Liberty parking lot. Children must be accompanied by adult. Equipment is not provided, games should be loaded and ready to play at hike start time. This hike led by Beanie Taylor is easy and approximately 1.5 miles. Meetup Location: Elkin Municipal Park Bandshell

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Carter Falls Powerhouse Loop

Meetup Location: Carter Falls Trailhead
36.289132512606166, -80.88071061424748

Take a hike just less than a mile in distance but with amazing views of Carter Falls and the Elkin Creek Gorge. View the remnants of the old power house in this section of the Elkin Creek. View the future site of the Bridge of Dreams, a suspension bridge that will take the MST across the Elkin Creek. Enjoy the views of Carter Falls from the base (for those that choose) and/or the views upstream from the falls. Hike Leader: Stephen Harris

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Grassy Creek Vineyard to Carter Falls Hike

Meetup Location: Grassy Creek Vineyard & Winery, 36.29421086853064, -80.86223200259845

This 4 mile hike is Easy/Moderate and led by Josh Smith. Meetup Location: Grassy Creek Vineyard & Winery
36.29421086853064, -80.86223200259845
DIRECTIONS FROM DOWNTOWN ELKIN:
Take North Bridge Street (Bus US-21N) 3.3 miles.
Take a right on US-21 BUS N for 0.1 mile.
Use the 2 left lanes to turn left on US-21 and stay in far left lane.
Turn left on Klondike Road for less than 1 mile.
Turn left on Tasting Room Drive until you arrive at the Tasting Room. Please park behind the Grassy Creek Tasting Room

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Craft Gallery

Foothills Art Center: 321 East Main Street Elkin, NC

Stop by for a great place to buy local and handmade goods!

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Nature Scavenger Hunt

Byrd's Branch Campground: 225 Martin Byrd Rd, Elkin, NC 28621

Visit Byrd's Branch Campground to pick up your Nature Scavenger Hunt Sheet. Bring back to Camp store when completed to receive a free Ice Cream! Also, stop by the Stone Painting Station (located on the Front Porch). Decorate a Stone to keep or leave on the trails for all to see!!

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Garden Creek Moonshine Still Hikes

Garden Creek Baptist Church in Stone Mountain State Park: 36.38911014381531, -81.06927753811834

This Moderate/Strenuous 2 mile hike led by Bob Hillyer. Explore some of the former liquor stills on this hike along Garden Creek at Stone Mountain State Park. Much of this hike will be off-trail. Dress accordingly. Meet at the Garden Creek Baptist church INSIDE Stone Mountain Park on the main road through the park.
Meetup Location: Garden Creek Baptist Church, Stone Mountain State Park 36.38911014381531, -81.06927753811834
DIRECTIONS FROM DOWNTOWN ELKIN:
Take North Bridge Street (Bus US-21N) 3.3 miles.
Take a right on US-21 BUS N for 0.1 mile.
Use the 2 left lanes to turn left on US-21 and follow for 8.5 miles.
Turn left on Traphill Road (just beyond a Dollar General) and stay on Traphill Road for 4.4 miles.
Turn right on John P Frank Parkway and stay straight for 7 miles (Garden Creek Church will be on your left).

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Usborne Book Fair

Elkin Public Library: 111 N Front St, Elkin, NC 28621

Join the Elkin Public Library in the Library Plaza for the Usborne Book Fair!

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Yadkin River Clean-Up

Crater Park: 310 Standard St, Elkin, NC 28621

Join the Yadkin Riverkeeper (YRK), the Elkin Valley Trails Association, and other volunteers to remove garbage and debris while paddling down the Yadkin from Ronda to Crater Park (6.8 miles) in Elkin. Registration is recommended for this event. YRK will provide a limited number of boats to volunteers that need them, but we are encouraging volunteers to BYOBoat. Paddlers will drop off boats in the Ronda Access Area on Clingman Road between 11-11:30am, drive their vehicles to Crater Park at 310 Standard Street, Elkin for provided Lunch and be shuttled back to Ronda to begin the cleanup. Yadkin Riverkeeper will be registering participants. Sponsored by Suez

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Kids Storywalk & Live Llamas!

Elkin Public Library: 111 N Front St, Elkin, NC 28621

Join the Elkin Public Library for a Kids Storywalk: "A Couch for Llama" with live llamas! A fun way to practice literacy, exercise, and enjoy the outdoors. Self-guided. Located on the trail below Galloway Memorial Episcopal Church along the Big Elkin Creek. Live Llama here for the kids to see this day only!

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Downtown Elkin Historic Hike

222 East Main Street, Elkin, NC, Meetup Location: Trail Tree sign at the east end of Main Street, across from The Liberty parking lot.
36.245044029896434, -80.84821128747222

Hike along with Laura Gaylord, Elkin’s Main Street Manager, as she shares numerous points of interest, hidden treasures, fun facts, and the history of Elkin’s downtown and its buildings, which are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Plan for approximately 2 hours of exploring; comfortable walking shoes recommended. Rain or shine. This is an easy 1-2 mile hike.
Meetup Location: Trail Tree sign at the east end of Main Street, across from The Liberty parking lot.36.245044029896434, -80.84821128747222

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Carolina Heritage Vineyard MST

Carolina Heritage Vineyard & Winery:
170 Heritage Vines Way, Elkin, NC 28621

Enjoy an easy 1 mile hike at Carolina Heritage Vineyard led by Betsy Brown. This is a short section of the MST that has been completed between Elkin and Pilot Mountain.
Meetup Location: Carolina Heritage Vineyard
36.27823076975828, -80.76505872775799
DIRECTIONS FROM DOWNTOWN ELKIN:
Take Hwy 268 East out of downtown Elkin for 6.5 miles.
Carolina Heritage Vineyard will be on the left (a short distance after crossing the Mitchell River bridge).

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Big Elkin Creek Clean-Up

Elkin Municipal Park: 399 North Carolina 268 W, Elkin, NC 28621

Big Elkin Creek Cleanup: organized by Watershed Now meet at the G&B band shell at Elkin Municipal Park to clean up along the Big Elkin Creek! Sponsored by WatershedNow

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E&A Rail Trail, Industry, David Allen Forge Hike

Elkin Public Library: 111 N Front St, Elkin, NC 28621

Join this easy 3-4.5 mile hike led by Dr. Bill Blackley on the E&A Rail Trail and learn some interesting history along the Elkin Creek. The hike will explore near the forge area to the shoe factory dam and potentially beyond on the E&A Rail Trail.
Meetup Location: Elkin Public Library
36.243904475393364, -80.8540644602677

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Wells Knob Hike

Wells Knob Trailhead:
36.33965099766023, -80.94706939013183

Led by Benji Brown, this strenuous 3 mile hike goes up and over Wells Knob as part of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail. Although only 3 miles will be hiked for this Trail Days hike, this trail gains 650 ft in elevation over a very short period. That earns this hike the strenuous rating.
Meetup Location: Wells Knob Trailhead
36.33965099766023, -80.94706939013183
DIRECTIONS FROM DOWNTOWN ELKIN:Take North Bridge Street (Bus US-21N) 3.3 miles.
Take a right on US-21 BUS N for 0.1 mile.

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5 Point Adventure Film

The Reeves Theater: 129 W Main St, Elkin, NC 28621

5 Point Film showing at The Reeves Theater (2 hours). Film documents various outdoor activities and the beauty of nature and adventure. Some mature language. Sponsored by Appalachian Gear Company

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Block Party

Main Street: 102 W Main St, Elkin, NC 28621

Join us for for the Block Party at NC Trail Days! Enjoy music by James Tucker Band and Big Daddy Mojo. Beer and Wine available for purchase. Sponsored by American Aquatic, Friday Late Night Music Sponsored by HG Greene's General Store, Downtown Music Stage Sponsored by LifeStore Insurance

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Low Country Boil

LifeStore Parking Lot: 102 W Main St, Elkin, NC 28621

Explore Elkin and EVTA welcome you to NC Trail Days with a low country boil!
Event Details:
Tickets are $25 and include boxed dinner, priority seating, live music, water, and tea.
Wine and Beer available for purchase. ID's will be checked at the entrance to the event. MUST BE 21+ to drink.
Enjoy live music from area favorites James Tucker Band and Big Daddy Mojo.
***LOW COUNTRY BOIL DINNER PLATES ARE PRE-PURCHASE ONLY***
*THIS EVENT IS RAIN OR SHINE*
NC Trail Days will be following all CDC guidelines, for the safety of our community and visitors. Sponsored by Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital

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Flotilla

Crater Park: 310 Standard St, Elkin, NC 28621

Have you ever wanted to paddle the Yadkin River, but don't know where to begin? NC Trail Days will make it easy and seamless for you! Get on our shuttle at the Yadkin Valley Heritage and Trails Center at your selected time... we'll drop you off, provide your kayak, life jackets and paddle, and you'll be on your way to enjoy The Yadkin River! Sponsored by Weyerhaeuser

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Heritage Center

Heritage Center: 257 Standard St, Elkin, NC 28621

Stop by the Heritage Center for trail guide maps, festival maps, brochures and more information to utilize during the festival! This is the headquaters for everything you need to explore. Information desks and merchandise availble here as well as restrooms and showers.

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Quilt Show

Heritage Center: 257 Standard St, Elkin, NC 28621

Stop by the Heritage Center to view beautiful quilts made by local artists!

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HDK Ranch

HDK Ranch: 4128 Little Mountain Rd, Jonesville, NC 28642

During the NC Trail Days Festival stop by the HDK Ranch. They are offering: Trail Rides & Riding Lessons- $40 per hour, Pony Rides- $8, Petting Zoo- $6 includes cup of feed!

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Carter Falls Powerhouse Loop

Meetup Location: Carter Falls Trailhead
36.289132512606166, -80.88071061424748

Take a hike just less than a mile in distance but with amazing views of Carter Falls and the Elkin Creek Gorge. View the remnants of the old power house in this section of the Elkin Creek. View the future site of the Bridge of Dreams, a suspension bridge that will take the MST across the Elkin Creek. Enjoy the views of Carter Falls from the base (for those that choose) and/or the views upstream from the falls. Hike Leader: Logan Haynes

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Tour de Trail Cycle Ride

Elkin High School Parking Lot: 334 Elk Spur St, Elkin, NC 28621

Tour de Trail is a 40 Mile bicycle road ride from Elkin High School to Stone Mountain State Park. Following some of the MST trailback to Elkin, the tour includes a stop at Carter Falls. Gather at starting point from 8:00am-8:55am, departs at 9:00am. Free Event, donations support the Elkin Valley Trails Association. Sponsored by Frontier Natural Gas Company

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Forest Bathing Hike, The Japanese custom of Shinrin Yoku

Grassy Creek Vineyard & Winery, 235 Chatham Cottage Ln, State Rd, NC 28676

Sign up for the Forest Bathing Guided Hike- NC's first "Forest Bathing" Trail, at Grassy Creek Vineyard & Winery today! Forest bathing involves immersing oneself in nature to improve mental, physical and emotional well-being- while unplugged from electronics. This easy 1.5 mile hike will be led by Bob Hillyer. Meet behind the Grassy Creek Vineyard Tasting Room. Meetup Location: Grassy Creek Vineyard36.29421086853064, -80.86223200259845
DIRECTIONS FROM DOWNTOWN ELKIN:Take North Bridge Street (Bus US-21N) 3.3 miles.Take a right on US-21 BUS N for 0.1 mile.Use the 2 left lanes to turn left on US-21 and stay in far left lane.Turn left on Klondike Road for less than 1 mile. Turn left on Tasting Room Drive until you arrive at the Tasting Room. Please park behind the Grassy Creek Tasting Room.

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Farmers Market

Farmers Market: 101 E Market St, Elkin, NC 28621

This Farmers Market includes fresh produce, baked goods, live music, crafts and more! Located one block north of Main St., in downtown Elkin under the shelter in the Town Hall Parking Lot.

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Scout Sampling Day

Heritage Center: 257 Standard St, Elkin, NC 28621

Join us as local Scouts demonstrate various kid-friendly scouting activities & crafts outside of the Heritage Center!

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Flotilla

Crater Park: 310 Standard St, Elkin, NC 28621

Have you ever wanted to paddle the Yadkin River, but don't know where to begin? NC Trail Days will make it easy and seamless for you! Get on our shuttle at the Yadkin Valley Heritage and Trails Center at your selected time... we'll drop you off, provide your kayak, life jackets and paddle, and you'll be on your way to enjoy The Yadkin River! Sponsored by Weyerhaeuser

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Family Riverside Yoga

Elkin Municipal Park/E&A Rail Trail: 36°15'23.0"N 80°51'51.1"W

Join this class of Family Yoga at the Elkin Municipal Park. Presented by Yoga on Main, this session of Yoga will take place next to the waterfall on the E&A Rail Trail. Free session, donations welcomed.

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Tree Climbing Demonstrations

Tree Across from Galloway Memorial Episcopal Church: 308 W Main St, Elkin, NC 28621; 36°14'37.1"N 80°51'19.8"W

Bob Wray will be demonstrating the art of double rope recreational tree climbing and the knots associated with this technique. He will discuss the equipment needed and the requirements to be a "rec" climber. Plus he will have a few stories from his 20 year career! Bob will be located west of the bridge in the large Sycamore Tree- across from Galloway Memorial Episcopal Church.

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Grassy Creek Vineyard to Carter Falls Hike

Meetup Location: Grassy Creek Vineyard & Winery, 36.29421086853064, -80.86223200259845

This 4 mile hike is Easy/Moderate and led by Julie Gayheart. Meetup Location: Grassy Creek Vineyard & Winery
36.29421086853064, -80.86223200259845
DIRECTIONS FROM DOWNTOWN ELKIN:
Take North Bridge Street (Bus US-21N) 3.3 miles.
Take a right on US-21 BUS N for 0.1 mile.
Use the 2 left lanes to turn left on US-21 and stay in far left lane.
Turn left on Klondike Road for less than 1 mile.
Turn left on Tasting Room Drive until you arrive at the Tasting Room. Please park behind the Grassy Creek Tasting Room

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Dutch Oven Cook Off

Outside of Heritage Center: 257 Standard St, Elkin, NC 28621

NC Trail Days Dutch Oven Cook-off on the grounds of the Heritage & Trails Visitor Center; cooking commences at 10am, done by 2pm with judging soon after; prizes awarded

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Vendor Village

Elkin Main Street

The Main Street Vendor Village will feature outdoor recreation and advocacy non-profits, retailers and manufacturers; Fly Fishing Demos, food, and a beer garden in downtown Elkin. Enjoy live performances by George Smith from 10:00am-1:00pm and Momma Molasses from 1:00pm-4:00pm. Beer Garden at LifeStore Parking Lot: 102 W Main St, Elkin, NC 28621 Sponsored by One By Prism

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Mountain Bike Activities & Cook's Mountain Bike Paradise

Elkin Municipal Park: 399 North Carolina 268 W, Elkin, NC 28621

Cook's Sports Mountain Bike Paradise will include repair clinics, bike demos, and mountain bike rentals by Cook's Sports; at Elkin Municipal Park. With easy access to over 7 miles of Elkin's single track mountain bike trail!

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Kids Universe

115 W Main St, Elkin, NC 28621

Stop by the Kids Universe during the NC Trail Days Vendor Village for kids games and arts and crafts!

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Craft Gallery

Foothills Art Center: 321 East Main Street Elkin, NC

Stop by for a great place to buy local and handmade goods!

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Yadkin Valley Fiber Center: Yarn, Fabric, & Equipment Sale

Foothills Art Center: 321 East Main Street Elkin, NC

Last chance to get your suplies at the Yadkin Valley Fiber Center Yarn Sale!

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NCTD Speakers & 5 Point Adventure Film

The Reeves Theater: 129 W Main St, Elkin, NC 28621

Join us for film showings and trail speakers! There will be two film showings: 10:00am & 3:00pm, with speakers from 12:00pm-3:00pm. Members of the Elkin Valley Trails Association including Sandie Blackley, Bill Blackley, and Bob Hillyer will make up a panel to discuss the work of the EVTA and all that they have done to create and improve the area trails. Speakers Suzanne Puckett will discuss the Trail Angels and Benjy Brown will speak on his experience as an MST hiker. The 5 Point Film showings at The Reeves Theater will be at 10:00am & 3:00pm. The film documents various outdoor activities and the beauty of nature and adventure. Some mature language. Film sponsored by Appalachian Gear Company, Speaker Series sponsored by The Reeves Theater

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Flower Pounding

Heritage Center: 257 Standard St, Elkin, NC 28621

Turn fabric and nature into art with Flower Pounding – the simple and traditional technique of transferring flower and leaf pigment to a prepared fabric surface using a hammer; outside the Heritage Arts & Trails Center. Free!

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Nature Scavenger Hunt

Byrd's Branch Campground: 225 Martin Byrd Rd, Elkin, NC 28621

Visit Byrd's Branch Campground to pick up your Nature Scavenger Hunt Sheet. Bring back to Camp store when completed to receive a free Ice Cream! Also, stop by the Stone Painting Station (located on the Front Porch). Decorate a Stone to keep or leave on the trails for all to see!!

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Forest Bathing Hike, The Japanese custom of Shinrin Yoku

Grassy Creek Vineyard & Winery, 235 Chatham Cottage Ln, State Rd, NC 28676

Sign up for the Forest Bathing Guided Hike- NC's first "Forest Bathing" Trail, at Grassy Creek Vineyard & Winery today! Forest bathing involves immersing oneself in nature to improve mental, physical and emotional well-being- while unplugged from electronics. This easy 1.5 mile hike will be led by Bob Hillyer. Meet behind the Grassy Creek Vineyard Tasting Room. Meetup Location: Grassy Creek Vineyard36.29421086853064, -80.86223200259845
DIRECTIONS FROM DOWNTOWN ELKIN:Take North Bridge Street (Bus US-21N) 3.3 miles.Take a right on US-21 BUS N for 0.1 mile.Use the 2 left lanes to turn left on US-21 and stay in far left lane.Turn left on Klondike Road for less than 1 mile. Turn left on Tasting Room Drive until you arrive at the Tasting Room. Please park behind the Grassy Creek Tasting Room.

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Brewthru

Heritage Center: 257 Standard St, Elkin, NC 28621

Pre-order craft beers, ciders, and seltzers from across the state and pick up in one easy location before exploring elkin for NC Trail Days. Pre-order opening soon

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Usborne Book Fair

Elkin Public Library: 111 N Front St, Elkin, NC 28621

Join the Elkin Public Library in the Library Plaza for the Usborne Book Fair!

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Downtown Elkin Historic Hike

222 East Main Street, Elkin, NC, Meetup Location: Trail Tree sign at the east end of Main Street, across from The Liberty parking lot.
36.245044029896434, -80.84821128747222

Hike along with Laura Gaylord, Elkin’s Main Street Manager, as she shares numerous points of interest, hidden treasures, fun facts, and the history of Elkin’s downtown and its buildings, which are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Plan for approximately 2 hours of exploring; comfortable walking shoes recommended. Rain or shine. This is an easy 1-2 mile hike.
Meetup Location: Trail Tree sign at the east end of Main Street, across from The Liberty parking lot.36.245044029896434, -80.84821128747222

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Live Music & Food Truck at Golden Road Vineyards

Golden Road Vineyards: 542 Golden Rd, State Rd, NC 28676

Michael Chaney and The Gather & Graze are coming back to feed and show all the hikers here for NC Trail Days a good time!
Gather & Graze Pop-up will be set up at 1pm and the music starts at 2pm.
Hope you brought your fur babies as the Gather & Graze has char-poocherie treats like the "pup cups".
Since G&G has sold out at prior events here at GRV, we highly recommend to place your order in advance:

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E&A Rail Trail, Industry, David Allen Forge Hike

Elkin Public Library: 111 N Front St, Elkin, NC 28621

Join this easy 3-4.5 mile hike led by Dr. Bill Blackley on the E&A Rail Trail and learn some interesting history along the Elkin Creek. The hike will explore near the forge area to the shoe factory dam and potentially beyond on the E&A Rail Trail.
Meetup Location: Elkin Public Library
36.243904475393364, -80.8540644602677

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Tapestry Weavers South Opening Reception

Foothills Art Center: 321 East Main Street Elkin, NC

Come celebrate the Tapestry Weavers South Opening Reception at the Foothills Art Center and Yadkin Valley Fiber Center.

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Tommye Scanlin Book Signing

Foothills Art Center: 321 East Main Street Elkin, NC

Join us for a book signing by Tommye Scanlin, author of "Tapestry Design Basics and Beyond," and "Planning and Weaving with Confidence."

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Open Artist Studios

Foothills Art Center: 321 East Main Street Elkin, NC

This is your chance to view the studio with artists in action. This opportunity allows viewers to see the artists while at work with their craft.

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Music Trail

Elkin Main Street

The Music Trail is a can't miss night of FREE live performances all throughout downtown!
Justin Fedor @ The Wisdom Table from 5:00pm-7:00pm
Luke Mears & Robert Holthouser @ Harry's Place from 5:00pm-7:00pm
Elonzo Wesley @ Southern on Main from 6:00pm-8:00pm
David Steele @ Fruition from 6:00pm-7:30pm
The Box Dogs at Angry Troll Brewing from 7:00pm-9:00pm
Will Easter Duo at Fruition from 8:00pm-11:00pm
Don't miss the awesome live music on this night of free fun! Sponsored by ACC Coatings

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Live Music & Food Truck at Golden Road Vineyards

Golden Road Vineyards: 610 Golden Rd, State Rd, NC 28676

Michael Chaney and The Gather & Graze are coming back to feed and show all the hikers here for NC Trail Days a good time!
Gather & Graze Pop-up will be set up at 1pm and the music starts at 2pm.
Hope you brought your fur babies as the Gather & Graze has char-poocherie treats like the "pup cups".
Since G&G has sold out at prior events here at GRV, we highly recommend to place your order in advance:

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Overmountain Victory Trail Sunrise Hike

Elkin Public Library
111 North Front Street
Elkin, NC 28621

Enjoy a sunrise hike along the Overmountain Victory Trail. Weather permitting, you may experience a beautiful sunrise view behind the backdrop of the Yadkin River. This easy 2.5 mile hike will be led by Keith Sidden.

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HDK Ranch

HDK Ranch: 4128 Little Mountain Rd, Jonesville, NC 28642

During the NC Trail Days Festival stop by the HDK Ranch. They are offering: Trail Rides & Riding Lessons- $40 per hour, Pony Rides- $8, Petting Zoo- $6 includes cup of feed!

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Carter Falls Powerhouse Loop

Meetup Location: Carter Falls Trailhead
36.289132512606166, -80.88071061424748

Take a hike just less than a mile in distance but with amazing views of Carter Falls and the Elkin Creek Gorge. View the remnants of the old power house in this section of the Elkin Creek. View the future site of the Bridge of Dreams, a suspension bridge that will take the MST across the Elkin Creek. Enjoy the views of Carter Falls from the base (for those that choose) and/or the views upstream from the falls. Hike Leader: Stephen Harris

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Multi-Faith Service

Elkin Municipal Park: 399 North Carolina 268 W, Elkin, NC 28621

Gather at the park Sunday morning for a Multi-Faith service held outdoors. Organized by Beanie Taylor, this is a great opportunity to connect spiritually while outdoors, with plenty of time to explore after the service.

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Flotilla

Crater Park: 310 Standard St, Elkin, NC 28621

Have you ever wanted to paddle the Yadkin River, but don't know where to begin? NC Trail Days will make it easy and seamless for you! Get on our shuttle at the Yadkin Valley Heritage and Trails Center at your selected time... we'll drop you off, provide your kayak, life jackets and paddle, and you'll be on your way to enjoy The Yadkin River! Sponsored by Weyerhaeuser

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Forest Bathing Hike, The Japanese custom of Shinrin Yoku

Grassy Creek Vineyard & Winery, 235 Chatham Cottage Ln, State Rd, NC 28676

Sign up for the Forest Bathing Guided Hike- NC's first "Forest Bathing" Trail, at Grassy Creek Vineyard & Winery today! Forest bathing involves immersing oneself in nature to improve mental, physical and emotional well-being- while unplugged from electronics. This easy 1.5 mile hike will be led by Bob Hillyer. Meet behind the Grassy Creek Vineyard Tasting Room. Meetup Location: Grassy Creek Vineyard36.29421086853064, -80.86223200259845
DIRECTIONS FROM DOWNTOWN ELKIN:Take North Bridge Street (Bus US-21N) 3.3 miles.Take a right on US-21 BUS N for 0.1 mile.Use the 2 left lanes to turn left on US-21 and stay in far left lane.Turn left on Klondike Road for less than 1 mile. Turn left on Tasting Room Drive until you arrive at the Tasting Room. Please park behind the Grassy Creek Tasting Room.

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Flotilla

Crater Park: 310 Standard St, Elkin, NC 28621

Have you ever wanted to paddle the Yadkin River, but don't know where to begin? NC Trail Days will make it easy and seamless for you! Get on our shuttle at the Yadkin Valley Heritage and Trails Center at your selected time... we'll drop you off, provide your kayak, life jackets and paddle, and you'll be on your way to enjoy The Yadkin River! Sponsored by Weyerhaeuser

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Heritage Center

Heritage Center: 257 Standard St, Elkin, NC 28621

Stop by the Heritage Center for trail guide maps, festival maps, brochures and more information to utilize during the festival! This is the headquaters for everything you need to explore. Information desks and merchandise availble here as well as restrooms and showers.

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Grassy Creek Vineyard to Carter Falls Hike

Meetup Location: Grassy Creek Vineyard & Winery, 36.29421086853064, -80.86223200259845

This 4 mile hike is Easy/Moderate and led by Suzanne Puckett. Meetup Location: Grassy Creek Vineyard & Winery
36.29421086853064, -80.86223200259845
DIRECTIONS FROM DOWNTOWN ELKIN:
Take North Bridge Street (Bus US-21N) 3.3 miles.
Take a right on US-21 BUS N for 0.1 mile.
Use the 2 left lanes to turn left on US-21 and stay in far left lane.
Turn left on Klondike Road for less than 1 mile.
Turn left on Tasting Room Drive until you arrive at the Tasting Room. Please park behind the Grassy Creek Tasting Room

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Quilt Show

Heritage Center: 257 Standard St, Elkin, NC 28621

Stop by the Heritage Center to view beautiful quilts made by local artists!

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Nature Scavenger Hunt

Byrd's Branch Campground: 225 Martin Byrd Rd, Elkin, NC 28621

Visit Byrd's Branch Campground to pick up your Nature Scavenger Hunt Sheet. Bring back to Camp store when completed to receive a free Ice Cream! Also, stop by the Stone Painting Station (located on the Front Porch). Decorate a Stone to keep or leave on the trails for all to see!!

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Forest Bathing Hike, The Japanese custom of Shinrin Yoku

Grassy Creek Vineyard & Winery, 235 Chatham Cottage Ln, State Rd, NC 28676

Sign up for the Forest Bathing Guided Hike- NC's first "Forest Bathing" Trail, at Grassy Creek Vineyard & Winery today! Forest bathing involves immersing oneself in nature to improve mental, physical and emotional well-being- while unplugged from electronics. This easy 1.5 mile hike will be led by Bob Hillyer. Meet behind the Grassy Creek Vineyard Tasting Room. Meetup Location: Grassy Creek Vineyard36.29421086853064, -80.86223200259845
DIRECTIONS FROM DOWNTOWN ELKIN:Take North Bridge Street (Bus US-21N) 3.3 miles.Take a right on US-21 BUS N for 0.1 mile.Use the 2 left lanes to turn left on US-21 and stay in far left lane.Turn left on Klondike Road for less than 1 mile. Turn left on Tasting Room Drive until you arrive at the Tasting Room. Please park behind the Grassy Creek Tasting Room.

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James Vincent Carroll Music & MR People Feeder Food Truck at Grassy Creek

Grassy Creek Vineyard & Winery: 235 Chatham Cottage Ln, State Rd, NC 28676

Come to Grassy Creek Vineyard and Winery to hear music by James Vincent Carroll and enjoy food by the MR People Feeder Food Truck!

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E&A Rail Trail, Industry, David Allen Forge Hike

Elkin Public Library: 111 N Front St, Elkin, NC 28621

Join this easy 3-4.5 mile hike led by Dr. Bill Blackley on the E&A Rail Trail and learn some interesting history along the Elkin Creek. The hike will explore near the forge area to the shoe factory dam and potentially beyond on the E&A Rail Trail.
Meetup Location: Elkin Public Library
36.243904475393364, -80.8540644602677