More Orchids in our Backyards

By Crystal Cockman July 27,2016 You may remember an article I wrote back in the springtime about orchids in our backyards. Many people do not know we have orchids in our woods here in North Carolina, but we have quite a number of them. This time of year some other...

Homing Pigeons

By Ruth Ann Grissom July 21, 2016 Over the years, some interesting birds have turned up at our farm in the Uwharries.  Mama keeps her feeders stocked all winter, and she’s been rewarded with species that will set a Piedmont birder’s heart aflutter:  an evening...

Uwharrie Mountain Run

Love the Uwharries? Love to run? Look no further, we’ve got just the prize for you! You don’t need to be an elite athlete to run this race—the prizes, trail, and great people make this race a favorite for the recreational runners and elite alike. Enjoy a scenic and...