Watauga County North Carolina

May 6, 2008 through May 6, 2008
Summer Guided Hikes
Westerly Hills Trail, 4.5 miles

njoy 20 miles of hiking trails on Beech Mountain. With trails ranging from nice family strolls to the more adventurous 8-mile trek through a thousand feet of elevation change, we offer a hike for everyone. You will see wildlife, waterfalls and some of the most beautiful scenery in the world. Meet at Fred's General Mercantile or at the trail head, 8:45 am. Weather permitting.
(828) 387-9283 or (800) 468-5506

June 28, 2008 through June 28, 2008
Annual Kiddo Fishing Derby
Beech Mountain

One of Beech Mountain's annual events that is open to all children ages 4 to 12 (children have adult supervision). This event is free and is sponsored by the member businesses that comprise the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce. Prizes and trophies are awarded for boys and girls who catch the first trout, largest trout, heaviest trout, and the first to catch the limit of 4 trout. Just bring your fishing gear and favorite bait. Registration is at 8 am and the derby begins at 9 am.
(828) 387-9283 or(800) 468-5506

July 1, 2008 through July 1, 2008
Summer Guided Hikes
Grassy Gap Creek Trail, 2 miles

Enjoy 20 miles of hiking trails on Beech Mountain. With trails ranging from nice family strolls to the more adventurous 8-mile trek through a thousand feet of elevation change, we offer a hike for everyone. You will see wildlife, waterfalls and some of the most beautiful scenery in the world. Meet at Fred's General Mercantile or at the trail head, 8:45 am. Weather permitting.
(828) 387-9283 or (800) 468-5506

July 1, 2008 through July 1, 2008
Summer Guided Hikes
Grassy Gap Creek Trail, 2 miles

Enjoy 20 miles of hiking trails on Beech Mountain. With trails ranging from nice family strolls to the more adventurous 8-mile trek through a thousand feet of elevation change, we offer a hike for everyone. You will see wildlife, waterfalls and some of the most beautiful scenery in the world. Meet at Fred's General Mercantile or at the trail head, 8:45 am. Weather permitting.
(828) 387-9283 or (800) 468-5506

July 5, 2008 through July 5, 2008
47th Annual Roasting of the Hog
Beech Mountain

One of the High Country's premier Independence Day celebrations. The Town of Beech Mountain , the Beech Mountain Volunteer Fire Department, Ski Beech and the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce host this event. After years of perfecting the seasonings and charcoal blends, our carolina pork barbeque and smoked turkey breast is arguably the best in the High Country. Enjoy music while dining outdoors (weather permitting, of course). And at dark, enjoy one of the best fireworks displays in the high country. Serving at 6 pm and fireworks at dark. Tickets can be purchased in advance at the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce, Fred's General Mercantile, or they may be purchased at the gate. Tickets are $15.00 per person and $5.00 for children 10 and under.
(828) 387-9283 or (800) 468-5506

July 13, 2008 through July 13, 2008
Sunday Concerts at Fred’s Gazebo
Fred's Mercantile

Summer Sunday concerts are featured at Fred’s Gazebo with lots of fun for the whole family. Bring your blanket and enjoy the local music groups. This free event is paid for by merchants, Fred's Mercantile and the Chamber of Commerce.
(828) 387-9283 or (800) 468-5506

July 15, 2008 through July 15, 2008
Summer Guided Hikes
Red Fox/Arrowhead Loop Trail, 1.6 miles

Enjoy 20 miles of hiking trails on Beech Mountain. With trails ranging from nice family strolls to the more adventurous 8-mile trek through a thousand feet of elevation change, we offer a hike for everyone. You will see wildlife, waterfalls and some of the most beautiful scenery in the world. Meet at Fred's General Mercantile or at the trail head, 8:45 am. Weather permitting.
(828) 387-9283 or (800) 468-5506

July 19, 2008 through July 19, 2008
Street Dance
Town Hall

Our D.J., Mac Mast, is a master at reading the crowd and playing music that will get your heart pumping and your feet moving. Line dancing, children's dances and much more with a beach sand surface. Music starts at 7 pm, weather permitting. This is a free event, brought to you by the members of the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce.
(828) 387-9283 or (800) 468-5506

July 20, 2008 through July 20, 2008
Sunday Concerts at Fred’s Gazebo
Fred's Mercantile

Summer Sunday concerts are featured at Fred’s Gazebo with lots of fun for the whole family. Bring your blanket and enjoy the local music groups. This free event is paid for by merchants, Fred's Mercantile and the Chamber of Commerce.
(828) 387-9283 or (800) 468-5506

July 27, 2008 through July 27, 2008
Sunday Concerts at Fred’s Gazebo
Fred's Mercantile

Summer Sunday concerts are featured at Fred’s Gazebo with lots of fun for the whole family. Bring your blanket and enjoy the local music groups. This free event is paid for by merchants, Fred's Mercantile and the Chamber of Commerce.
(828) 387-9283 or (800) 468-5506

August 16, 2008 through August 16, 2008
Second Annual Barn Dance
Buckeye Recreation Center

here will be live music, a caller and praire fare. It is another family fun evening that starts at 6pm at the Buckeye Recreation Center. Put on your dancing boots and swing into the dance.
(828) 387-9283 or (800) 468-5506

August 31, 2008 through August 31, 2008
Mile-High Kite Festival
TBA

A September(Labor Day weekend) favorite that offers kite enthusiasts the rare chance to fly a kite at a mile above sea level. Richmond Air Force, Wings Across Carolina Kiting and Okra Society Kiting Clubs will be showing there stuff as well. We offer kite building and decorating clinics so be sure to bring your supplies.
(828) 387-9283 or (800) 468-5506

October 4, 2008 through October 5, 2008
Autumn at Oz Party
Beech Mountain

When October rolls around, see the top of Beech magically transform into the Land of Oz . The setting is complete with all your favorite people and places from Frank Baum’s silver screen classic.
(828) 387-9283 or (800) 468-5506