Hitch hikers

by Ruth Ann Grissom December 13, 2017 The dry weather this fall hasn’t been kind to anyone wanting to paddle the Uwharrie River, but the crisp, sunny days have been ideal for hunting and hiking. Our favorite route takes us through native grasslands, a stand of...
Giving Back

Giving Back

by Crystal Cockman December 6, 2017 I’m writing this article on Giving Tuesday. Celebrated on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving (in the U.S.) and the widely recognized shopping events Black Friday and Cyber Monday, #GivingTuesday kicks off the charitable season, when...

Pee Dee Wildlife Refuge Birding Trip

Title: Pee Dee Wildlife Refuge Birding Trip Description: Join us for a rare opportunity to see waterfowl in migration at the Pee Dee Wildlife Refuge. Tens of thousands of ducks fly through here this time of year. Start Time: 10:00 Date: 2018-01-26 End Time: 12:00...
Duck Hunting

Duck Hunting

by Crystal Cockman December 4, 2017 I went duck hunting for the first time last week. I arrived about 5:30am at the York Hill boat ramp in Davidson County, and it was like Grand Central Station over there. Many other duck hunters were unloading boats and dogs and...