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“Our shop in Liberty, Liberty Artisan & Craft Gallery, has a room where Morgan Reptile Replicas are on display. People come in just for curiosity, and end up buying things they never dreamed of. I’ve sold replicas to
people all over the U.S. and other countries, as well. I make them for nature centers, military bases, nature and science museums, and even for movie sets. I also do custom orders.
I thought I was going to retire after being a park ranger in Greensboro for 30 years, but I enjoyed the reptile replica
business so much that I’ve kept working. I first started selling replicas in 1989, and have had the shop for seven years. I have models of
snakes, lizards, frogs, crabs, salamanders, birds, fish andvarious other amphibians. We have more than 270 reptiles and amphibians to chose from, and I’m always looking for new specimens to add to the collection. At first, I sold them in an unfinished form, but I have developed an intricate process over the years that allows the reptiles to look like they’re actuallyalive. Having them look so realistic seems to be what people want.”
Joe MorganMorgan Reptile Replicas
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NC Aviation Museum & Hall of Fame Immerse yourself in aviation history! See stunning military artifacts and civilian memorabilia from WWI to the present including an impressive collection of military vehicles, weapons, equipment, uniforms and a flight simulator; and a Piper J-3 “Flitfire” flown by Orville Wright. Gift shop on site. 2222-G Pilots View Rd, Asheboro – 336-625-0170 | NCAviationMuseumHallofFame.com | Thu – Sun 11 am – 5 pm; group tours by appt only | Admission charged
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Morgan Reptile Replicas - Wildlife Art Exhibit See this educational wildlife art exhibit, showcasing lifelike museum-quality reptile reproductions cast from original specimens that are featured in museums, nature centers, national and state parks, environmental education centers, botanical gardens, zoos, and TV/movie sets across the world. 5546 NC Hwy 49 N, Liberty – 336-622-3720 | ReptileReplicas.com | Tue – Sat 10 am – 5 pm | FREE admission
Linbrook Heritage Estate Continued: Linbrook Hall Tour one of the largest privately-owned homes in the southeastern United States with more than 60 rooms. Linbrook Hall is located on a hill in view of America’s oldest mountain range, the Uwharrie Mountains, and features architectural details found in many 18th century homes. See the Neals’ personal collection of antiques from around the world beautifully displayed throughout. 5297 Snyder Country Rd, Trinity – 336-861-4778 or 336-861-6959 | LinbrookHeritageEstate.com | Tours by appt only | Admission charged Neal Agricultural & Industrial Museum View more than 20 fully restored John Deere tractors, a 1926 return tube boiler from P&P Chair Company in Asheboro, producers of the Carolina Rocking Chair used by President John F. Kennedy, multiple steam engines from the 19th century, and a demonstration of the War of the Currents. Gift shop on site. 5507 Snyder Country Rd, Trinity – 336-861-4778 or 336-861-6959 | LinbrookHeritageEstate.com | Mon – Fri 9 am – 5 pm | Admission charged
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Museums & Attractions**Color coded numbers correspond to detachable “Things To Do - Area Map” attached to page 34**
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4 Miles to Furniture Market Stay in Archdale, a short four miles to High Point, the world’s premier home furnishings industry trade show and shopping district, including Furnitureland South, the world’s largest home furnishings showplace. Exit 111 – 1-85 & Hwy 311, Archdale – 800-626-2672 or 336-626-0364 | 4MilestoMarket.com | Call or visit website for info
American Classic Motorcycle Museum See one of the largest private collections of antique Harley-Davidson® motorcycles in the country including 45 bikes ranging from 1936 to 1978. Gift shop and Heritage Diner on site. 1170 US Hwy 64 W, Asheboro – 336-629-9564 | Mon 6 am – 4 pm; Tue – Fri 6 am – 5 pm; Sat 6 am – 4 pm | FREE admission
Carolina Bronze Sculpture Garden & FoundryThe Carolina Bronze Sculpture Garden is a natural and landscaped area overlooking at beautiful 1.25 acre pond. A half-mile walking trail loops around the pond with plants and trees native to the North Carolina landscape to attract birds, butterflies and other wildlife. Over 15 large sculptures have been created by Carolina Bronze Sculpture in the fine art bronze casting facility using traditional techniques as well as state of the art digital tools. 6108 Maple Springs Rd, Seagrove – 336-873-8291 | CBSculptureGarden.com | Mon – Fri 8:30 am – 4:30 pm | FREE admission
Linbrook Heritage Estate: Historic Hoover House Relive Randolph County farm life from 1905 to 1944 at the Historic Hoover House. Through guided tours, visitors will learn about the Hoovers and their daily lives. Lovingly restored to its original appearance, many of Edd Hoover’s hand built tools and early farm equipment are on display. 5502 Snyder Country Rd, Trinity – 336-861-4778 or 336-861-6959 | LinbrookHeritageEstate.com | Tours by appt only | Admission charged
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Sculptures at the Carolina Bronze Sculpture Garden
Seagrove, Handmade Pottery Capital of the U.S. Visit Seagrove, the handmade pottery capital of the United States where artisans create handcrafted pottery inspired by the traditions that began in this community more than 200 years ago. With nearly 100 shops and galleries scattered throughout the area, you will find everything from traditional tableware to folk and collectible art pieces and historical reproductions. Exit 61 – 1-73/1-74 & Hwy 705, Seagrove – 800-626-2672 or 336-626-0364 | VisitSeagroveNC.com | Call or visit website for info; group tours by appt only | FREE admission to shops
Linbrook Heritage Estate Continued: Toomes-Petty House Tour the historic home of NASCAR Hall of Fame Inductee, Lee Petty; and birthplace of his NASCAR Hall of Fame sons, Richard and Maurice Petty. Built in 1924 by Robert Vernon Toomes, the home includes stunning history and family secrets of the early days of this legendary racing family. 307 Branson Mill Rd, Randleman – 800-626-2672 or 336-495-1143 | RPMuseum.com | Mon – Sat 9 am – 5 pm; group tours by appt only | FREE with paid Petty Museum admission
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“Being the Chief Veterinarian, and director of the Hanes Veterinary
Medical Center at the North Carolina Zoo, my main
job is to keep the animals healthy.
The best way to do that is
t h r o u g h preventative care to keep any kind of illnesses from spreading. We
take care of animals here of all shapes and sizes from the very tiny poison dart frog, to elephants that weigh more than 12,000 pounds! I would have to say that one of the most exciting surgeries I’ve done was a C-section on a gorilla. She was having problems in the birthing process, and we saved the infant and the mother. That was one of the more satisfying feelings I’ve had. Of course, I love the Zoo but also love to go hiking in nearby Uwharrie National Forest. Ireally like the restaurants in downtown Asheboro, and Four Saints Brewery. Combining the friendliness of the people who grew up here with the energy of new people to the area has worked out well, and I love living here.”
Dr. Jb MinterZoo Veterinarian,
North Carolina Zoo
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Seagrove Area Pottery Center Established in 1981, this organization, located in downtown Seagrove, features displays from surrounding area potteries, visitor guides and local area maps. Gift shopon site. 127 E Main St, Seagrove – 336-873-7887 | SeagrovePotteryCenter.org | Mon, Thu – Sat 10 am – 2 pm | FREE admission
Victory Junction Feel your heart race™ at the nation’s only NASCAR-themed children’s camp. Tour Goody’s Body Shop, Hendrick Motorsports Fuel Stop, Silver Theater, Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America Water Park, Adam’s Race Shop, Michael Waltrip Operation Marathon SportsCenter, Jessie’s Horse Power Garage, Kurt Busch Superdome, Bass Pro Shops Catch, Kiss & Release Marina, Jimmie Johnson’s Victory Lanes,Tony Stewart Maze, Ashburn/Davis Love Miniature Golf, Home Depot Tree House, and Dale Jr. Corral and Amphitheatre. Welcome center and gift shop on site. 5467 Fred Lineberry Rd, Randleman – 877-VJG-CAMP or 336-498-9055 | VictoryJunction.org | Mon – Fri 9 am – 5 pm; tours by appt only | FREE admission; donations welcomed
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Petty Family Attractions: Petty’s Garage Plant your feet within the walls of the Petty Family compound where 10 NASCAR championships and more than 250 race wins began in 1949. Today this team of automotive professionals specializes in high performance upgrades including superchargers, custom projects and restorations. Petty’s Garage Performance Tour provides an up close experience for fans and auto aficionados alike. 311 Branson Mill Rd, Randleman – 877-498-3745 or 336-498-3745 | Pettys-Garage.com | Mon – Sat 9 am – 5 pm; group tours by appt only | FREE with paid Petty Museum admission
The Petty Museum Race into this museum showcasing the careers of this four generation NASCAR Hall of Fame racing family including Lee, Richard, Maurice, Kyle and Adam Petty. Follow the family from the early “dirt” days to the present. Cars, trophies and awards along with nostalgic family memorabilia are showcased throughout. Gift shop on site. 309 Branson Mill Rd, Randleman – 800-626-2672 or 336-495-1143 | RPMuseum.com | Mon – Sat 9 am – 5 pm; group tours by appt only | Admission charged
North Carolina Zoo The world’s largest natural habitat walk-through zoo delivers fun with family and friends, face-to-face animal encounters, enchanting outdoor art, and glorious gardens. Gift shops and dining on site. 4401 Zoo Pkwy, Asheboro – 800-488-0444 or 336-879-7000 | NCZoo.org | Daily 9 am – 5 pm (Apr – Oct); Daily 9 am – 4 pm (Nov – Mar) | Admission charged
Museums & Attractions**Color coded numbers correspond to detachable “Things To Do - Area Map” attached to page 34**
NC Pottery Center Showcasing permanent and rotating exhibits including more than 800 pieces of pottery, artifacts, and photographs tracing North Car-olina’s pottery history from Native Americans to the present with displays interpreting the impact of social, technological, and economic changes to one of the state’s most unique cultural resources. Gift shop on site. 233 East Ave, Seagrove – 336-873-8430 | NCPotteryCenter.org | Tue – Sat 10 am – 4 pm; group tours by appt only | Admission charged
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“Some people only know me as the, “Orchid Lady”, . . . I got started many years ago byaccident. I had an orchid myself, and it was so beautiful but after the first flowers died it didn’t bloom again for years. I was determined to have another bloom and I found outthat if it had more sunlight it might bloom. And it did! I was so proud. Then one orchidbecame two, and two became ten, and by then I just couldn’t stop. I was hooked!
Currently, we have 37-acres and two greenhouses with approximately 5,400 square feet, and I proudly have more than 200 different types of orchids available.
I love the creative nature of the Seagrove area. Although I’m not a potter, I support as many potters as I can, and they support me, too. I’m very lucky that way.”
Richland Creek ZipLine Canopy Tour Soar through the forest along Richland Creek and Mendenhall Waterfalls in the shadow of Purgatory Mountain on this zip line with 14 zip lines, three sky bridges, and one swinging bridge for an adrenaline rush in some of Randolph County’s most scenic wilderness area. Voted a Top 100 Expo Adventure in 2010! 2728 Fairview Farm Rd, Asheboro – 336-736-5623 or 336-629-9440 | RichlandCreekZipLine.com | Daily 9 am – 5 pm; reservations suggested | Admission charged
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Linda ThorneOwner, Seagrove Orchids
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Seagrove Orchids Tour this working orchid nursery cultivating and offering more than 200 different species for new to experienced orchid lovers. A member of the American Orchid Society, owner Linda Thorne, known as “the orchid lady,” will also match your purchase with a one-of-a-kind decorative flower pot from a local Seagrove potter. 3451 Brower Mill Rd, Seagrove – 336-879-6677 | SeagroveOrchids.com | Fri & Sat 10 am – 5 pm; group tours by appt | FREE admission
Routh Horse Ranch Saddle up for horseback riding trails and Western trail riding instruction on scenic horse trails winding through woods, fields, and streams. On-site pasture boarding available. 3113 Routh Rd, Franklinville – 336-908-0814 | RouthHorseRanch.com | Mon – Sat 9 am – 5 pm; groups by appt, call ahead for all reservations | FREE admission; rates charged for riding and special events
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Toms Creek Nursery & Landscaping Visit this fourth-generation working farm, nursery and landscape business in the beautiful Uwharrie Mountain range. Tour 500 acres of growing fields and greenhouses where the Hensen-Vaughan family cultivates nearly 3,000 specimens of conifers, evergreens, trees, shrubs, ornamentals, perennials, groundcovers and vines. 6454 Old NC Hwy 49, Denton – 336-857-2131 | TomsCreekNursery.com | Mon – Fri 9 am – 5 pm; Sat 9 am – 4 pm; group tours by appt | FREE admission
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Millstone Creek Orchards Return to nature at this working orchard, a u-pick family farm offering many varieties of in-season produce. While there, stop by the Apple Barn Country Store to purchase bakery and cannery items and try their famous fresh pressed apple cider, as well as raw honey, jams and jellies. 506 Parks Crossroads Church Rd, Ramseur – 336-824-5263 | MillstoneCreekOrchards.com | Mon – Sat 9 am – 6 pm; Sun 1 – 5 pm (Mar – Dec); group tours by appt | FREE admission; rates charged for group tours and special events
Kersey Valley Attractions: Escape Room Imagine being locked in a room with no way out until one of you can solve the puzzles to find the key! Step back in time in the Western Saloon room or try your luck in the CREEPY Autopsy room. Bring your friends for an enjoyable game of clue finding, or crank up the difficulty to see if you can escape in record time! KerseyValleyEscape.com High Ropes Course This course is designed to challenge participants and groups of all ability levels with an unforgettable acrobatic workout, and includes a 34-foot high rock climbing wall. KerseyValleyHighRopes.com
Laser Tag Play outdoor high-tech military grade tactical laser tag with state of the art technology weapons from Adventure Sports HQ that shoot harmless infrared light over 1,000 feet with protective gear required! KerseyValleyLaserTag.com
Zipline Featured in US Airways Magazine, this first-class zip line features a closed course aviation theme with 14 lines and 1.5 miles of cable employing massive engineered sky towers representing airport city codes from across the country and around the world. Your feet will never touch the ground once airborne! KerseyValleyZipline.com
1615 Kersey Valley Rd, Archdale – 336-431-1700 | Daily, by reservation | Admission charged
Outdoor Fun**Color coded numbers correspond to detachable “Things To Do - Area Map” attached to page 34**
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Beverly Mooney outside herApple Barn at Millstone Creek Orchards
A hayride at Millstone Creek Orchards
Research: Ramseur Community Museum This museum includes a large collection of historic artifacts and memorabilia tracing Ramseur’s history from the community’s early settlement in the 1840s through present day; housed in the historic former Bank of Coleridge building on Main Street. 1517 Main St, Ramseur – 336-824-8530 | TownofRamseur.org | Monthly on fourth weekends only – Sat 10 am – 4 pm; Sun 1 – 4 pm | FREE admission
The Randolph Room This research room, located inside the Randolph County Public Library in downtown Asheboro, includes a collection of items fundamental to the study of genealogy, local history, and historic sites for Randolph County. 201 Worth St, Asheboro – 336-318-6815 | RandolphLibrary.org | Mon & Thu – Sat 9 am – 5 pm; Tue & Wed 9 am – 9 pm | FREE admission
Asheboro Country Club Set in the beautiful Caraway Mountains of North Carolina’s Piedmont Triad Region, this championship course layout cuts through tall oaks and towering pines, a 22-acre spring-fed lake and was recently redesigned by golf course architect Jim Bivins. 5105 Old Lexington Rd, Asheboro – 800-697-2143 or 336-626-0175 | AsheboroCC.com | Open daily
Asheboro Municipal Golf Course Located just minutes from downtown Asheboro, this popular public nine-hole course designed by the famed Donald Ross in 1935, is located on 56 acres of beautiful tree-lined greenways. 421 Country Club Dr, Asheboro – 336-625-4158 | AsheboroNC.gov | Open daily
Holly Ridge Golf Links Located just minutes from High Point and Greensboro, this premier public golf course leads the way in challenging, affordable golf in the Piedmont Triad as one of the area’s finest 18-hole courses all with Southern hospitality and great food! 7933 US Hwy 311 S, Archdale – 336-861-4653 | HollyRidgeGolfLinks.com | Open daily
Tot Hill Farm Golf Club Located eight miles southwest of Asheboro, this course has been rated 4.5 stars, Best Places to Play, and ranked the 7th Hardest Course in America by Golf Digest. Designed by Mike Strantz, experience the most breath-taking, awe-inspiring golf you’ve ever played! 3185 Tot Hill Farm Rd, Asheboro – 800-868-4455 or 336-857-4455 | TotHillFarm.com | Open daily
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Luke HollingsworthOwner/Manager, Holly
Ridge Golf Links
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Golf:
“Holly Ridge Golf Links is an 18- hole golf course designed by Jim Bivins. It was opened in 1994,and is located near Archdale. We take great pride in the fact that Holly Ridge boasts some of the best conditions when it comes to public golf courses.This land is very special to me. It used to be our
family dairy farm; and my dad and two
other friends turned it into this golf
course. In addition to the golf course, we have a full kitchen, bar and grill, which is unique for a public golf course. We serve beer and wine, and have a full liquor bar; and our food is great, too! We alsohave a pro shop and offer golf lessons. Holly Ridge is a wonderful place to hold events, weddings, reunions and corporate outings and more!
For me, the people in Randolph County have always stood out as
being inclusive and warm, and I feel a sense of belonging here. Home, to me, is where I grew up, and I stay because I love my life here, and I love what I do.”
Cinemark VII State-of-the-art movie theater featuring all digital cinema and stadium seating with surround sound and RealD 3-D; closed captioning/listening devices/wheelchair accessible. 1437 E Dixie Dr, Asheboro – 336-626-3450 | Cinemark.com | Daily, see website for schedule | Admission charged
The Sara Smith Self Gallery The Sara Smith Self Gallery features works from local, national, and international artists in a spacious exhibit hall located in the heart of downtown Asheboro. 123 Sunset Ave, Asheboro – 336-629-0399 | RandolphArtsGuild.com | Mon – Fri 9 am – 5 pm; Sat 10 am – 2 pm | FREE admission
Sunset TheatreThis historic theatre in the heart of downtown Asheboro showcases a variety of concerts, plays, special performances and events, as well as films and classic movies. 234 Sunset Ave, Asheboro – 336-626-1240 | SunsetTheatre.org | Hours and charges vary depending on event
Arts & Entertainment**Color coded numbers correspond to detachable “Things To Do - Area Map” attached to page 34**
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Historic Landmarks Randolph County and its municipalities have designated to date, 20 landmarks and 20 cultural heritage sites and objects. Just as with state and national historic landmarks, visitors should be aware that some are private and not open to the public. Please contact the Visitors Bureau for detailed information. – 800-626-2672 or 336-626-0364 | HeartofNCLandmarks.com
History & Heritage:
One of the original projectors on display at the Sunset Theatre
Below: An original seat with ashtray
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David CampGeneral Manager,
Asheboro Copperheads
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Commerce Square ParkThis park located in the center of downtown Randleman features passive recreation, water features, a bandstand, farmers market, and beautiful mural by hometown artist Susan Harrell featuring the Deep River, and hosts special events throughout the year. 128 Commerce Square, Randleman – 336-495-7526 | CityofRandleman.com | Open daily | FREE admission
Creekside Park & Disc GolfCourse This 107-acre park offers a variety of active, as well as passive, recreational opportunities. Amenities include tennis courts, baseball/softball/t-ball fields, picnic shelters, shuffleboard courts, horseshoe pits, playgrounds, 18-hole championship disc golf course with beginners loop, orienteering course, and three miles of scenic walking trails along Muddy Creek. 214 Park Dr, Archdale – 336-434-7315 | ArchdaleParks.com | Open daily | FREE admission
Deep River Rail Trail This three-quarter mile trail created by the old railroad bed provides a variety of recreational activities including biking, jogging, and fishing. The trail is rich with textile history and sites linked to Native Americans and the Revolutionary War; and connects to the Deep River State Trail, part of the NC State Parks system that runs through Guilford, Randolph, Chatham, Moore, and Lee counties. 435 Rising Sun Way, Franklinville – 800-626-2672 or 336-824-2604 | Open daily, dawn to dusk | TownofFranklinvilleNC.org | FREE admission
Kermit G. Pell/Ramseur Lake Recreational Facility This 127-acre reservoir and nine-acre park includes boat launches, jon boat rentals, bait shop, picnic shelters with tables and grills, playground, and public restrooms. 549 Ramseur Lake Rd, Ramseur – 336-824-4646 | TownofRamseur.org | Wed – Sun, dawn to dusk | FREE admission
Lake Lucas This 238-acre park offers fishing, jon boat, kayak and canoe rentals, fishing pier, bait shop, picnic area, playground and one-quarter mile walking trail. 3158 Old Lexington Rd, Asheboro – 336-629-1639 | AsheboroNC.gov | Open daily except Wed, Mar 1 – Nov 15; Open daily except Wed & Thu, Nov 16 – Feb | Admission charged for fishing/boat rentals
“I’ve had the privilege to be the general manager of
the Asheboro Copperheads since 2008. The Copperheads
are a collegiate summer team which means that every single
one of our players is a part of a college baseball team somewhere. There are 15 teams in the Coastal Plain League with the teams being from North and South Carolina, Georgia, and Virginia. Since we are non-professional, all of our players are non-paid. The benefit to the player is that they get an enormous amount of practice in their off-season from
school and regularly have scouts come to the games to look at the
players that have aspirations to go into professional baseball.
Each season, we play 28 home games for a total of 56 games – all in a 65-day period. On average, that’s more than they play in college.
Asheboro has always had a strong history in baseball, going all the way back to the early 1900s. Our field, McCrary Park, was built in 1948. American Legion games have beenplayed in Asheboro from the 50s to today; and the park has been home to their Southeast Regional Tournament each August for the past eight years. As I head into retirement soon, I’m proud that our team has become one of the top sports attractions in our community.”
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Zoo City Motor Sports ParkA one-and-one-quarter mile outdoor motorcross track with panoramic viewing area that is full of heart pounding excitement for riders and spectators alike, with Pee Wee track for beginners. 279 Joe Farlow Rd, Asheboro – 336-964-6699 | ZooCityMX.com | See website for schedule | Admission charged for spectators; riders pay nominal membership fee
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Asheboro Copperheads Baseball See wooden bat, summer baseball at historic McCrary Ballpark in Asheboro, featuring the only synthetic turf infield surface in the Coastal Plain League and showcasing college and university players from across the country. Concessions and gift shop on site. 138 Southway Rd, Asheboro – 336-460-7018 | TeamCopperhead.com | See website for schedule | Admission charged
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Allen H. Leonard Memorial Park This nine-acre park near downtown Ramseur has two little league baseball fields, tennis and basketball courts, playground, picnic shelter, and access to Deep River. 2031 Leonard Park St, Ramseur – 336-824-8530 | TownofRamseur.org | Open daily | FREE admission
Asheboro Skate Park This skate park is a combination indoor/outdoor facility with more than 2,500 interior and 7,500 exterior square feet of surface featuring indoor/outdoor viewing areas, bleachers, concessions, lockers, restrooms, and party room. 825 S Church St, Asheboro – 336-626-1240 | AsheboroNC.gov | Open daily | Admission charged
Bicentennial Park This one-acre green space in the center of downtown Asheboro features a pavilion, wooden dance floor, fountain, picnic tables, memory walk and outdoor sculpture, and hosts seasonal concerts and events throughout the year. 151 Sunset Ave, Asheboro – 336-626-1240 | AsheboroNC.gov | Open daily | FREE admission
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Above & below: Copperheads Summer League action
Far right: Copperheads mascot, “Fang” slides into home
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Area Parks Continued:North Asheboro Park & Disc Golf CourseThis 26-acre park features a disc golf course, basketball, tennis and volleyball courts, baseball field, seasonal swimming pool, playground and paved walking trail. 1939 Canoy Dr, Asheboro – 336-626-1240 | AsheboroNC.gov | Open daily | FREE Admission
Pisgah Covered Bridge This historic structure, one of NC’s two remaining covered bridges, was built in 1911 at a cost of $40. The bridge is 54 feet in length and crosses the West Fork Branch of the Little River within the Uwharrie National Forest and is a direct connection to the county’s past mode of transportation when horse and wagon were common and automobile travel was in its infancy. 6925 Pisgah Covered Bridge Rd, Asheboro – 800-626-2672 or 336-626-0364 | PisgahCoveredBridge.com | Daily, dawn to dusk | FREE admission
Randleman Lake Marina Randleman Lake Reservoir is located on the Deep River, part of the Cape Fear River basin. The lake is surrounded by a natural buffer of 2,975 acres with a lake surface of 3,007 acres, and 100 miles of beautiful shore line. Recreation activities allowed on the lake include boating, fishing, sailing, and paddleboats. Snacks and restrooms located at marina; no rental equipment available. 7123 Adams Farm Rd, Randleman – 800-626-2672 or 336-498-5281 | RandlemanLakeReservoir.org | Wed – Sun (Mar 1 – Oct 31); Fri – Sun (Nov) from dawn to dusk | Admission charged
Uwharrie National Forest - Birkhead Wilderness Area Entrances: Lassiter Mill & Tot Hill Access 5,160 acres of the ancient Uwharrie National Forest in the Birkhead Mountains Wilderness Area. The Piedmont’s only federally-designated wilderness area features hiking trails where evidence of early Indians and settlers can often be found. 3977 Lassiter Mill Rd or 3091 Tot Hill Farm Rd, Asheboro – 800-626-2672 or 910-576-6391 | HeartofNorthCarolina.com | Open daily; maps available upon request | FREE access
Family Sports Center Bowling center with 32 lanes; billiards, game room, and seasonal 18 hole miniature golf course. 219 NC Hwy 42 N, Asheboro – 336-626-2695 | BowlFSC.com | Mon – Thu 9 am – 11 pm; Fri & Sat 9 am – 1 am; Sun 1 – 11 pm | Admission charged
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Fishing on Randleman Lake
Interior view of the PisgahCovered Bridge
Four Saints Brewing Company Tour Asheboro’s very first brewery in the historic downtown area featuring a seven-barrel brewhouse and taproom focusing on traditional and nontraditional award winning beer styles. Tour times: Sun 2:30, 4,& 5:30 pm. Great beer for great people. 218 S Fayetteville St, Asheboro – 336-610-3722 | FourSaintsBrewing.com | Wed & Thu 4 – 10 pm; Fri 3 – 11 pm; Sat 2 – 11 pm; Sun 1 – 9 pm; FREE admission
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Zimmerman Vineyards Located on 140 acres at the foot of beautiful Mt. Shepherd. Featuring a rustic flagstone terrace and unique stone bar, it is nestled between six acres of vineyards with a panoramic view of the surrounding countryside; weekend tours and wine tastings available. Just minutes from Linbrook Heritage Estate! 1428 Tabernacle Church Rd, Trinity – 336-861-1414 | ZimmermanVineyards.net | Mon – Fri by appt; Sat 12 – 6 pm; Sun 1 – 6 pm (Mar – Dec) | FREE admission
Native Son Vineyard and Farm Settled between Randleman and Liberty, this vineyard faces WOW, Caraway, and Daves mountains with expansive views that have captured the cameras of professional photographer, Dan Routh. They offer in-season Muscadines and vegetables, jams and jellies, juices and wines and free weekend wine tastings. 1511 Mamie May Rd, Franklinville – 336-495-1428 | NativeSonVineyard.com | Fri – Sun 2 – 5 pm; guided tours by appt only | FREE admission
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Joel McCloskyPartner, Four Saints Brewing Company
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Breweries & Wineries:
Joel McClosky & Andrew Deming at their Four SaintsBrewing Company
“Four Saints Brewing Company came about as my partner, Andrew, our friend, Pete, and I were having a conversation in a garage a few years ago, and discovered that there were four patron saints of brewing. The rest is history. There are four main ingredients in making beer. Malts, which include barley, wheat, and other grains. We mix the
malts, crush them up, add water, and it becomes mash. The mash will steep for about an hour, and produce flavor, color, aroma, and fermentable sugars. Once that’s done it becomes wort, which is boiled to reduce it down and we add in hops, which gives it a certain bitterness, and acts as a preservative. After boiling for about an hour, the fermentation process begins and we add yeast. The beer takes about three to four weeks to ferment. Then we add carbon dioxide to carbonate it, put it in kegs, and serve it up!
We have different events through-out the week, for instance, on Thursdays, we have Team Trivia & Theme Trivia that’s great fun. We also serve local prepackaged food from area restaurants that offer food delivery. We really love what we do, and have found Asheboro to be a fantastic community!”
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•Note - All hotel properties offer group rates - call or go online for additional details and descriptions of properties
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465 N Broad St, Seagrove - 27341336-873-7099 or 888-869-9018DuckSmithHouse.com
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5528 NC Hwy 49 N, Liberty - 27298336-622-3720LibertyGuestCottage2.com
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10050 N Main St, Archdale - 27263336-861-3310 or 800-HOLIDAYHIExpress.com
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10002 S Main St, Archdale - 27263336-434-5151DaysInnHighPoint.com
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10151 N Main St, Archdale - 27263336-861-2233CountryInns.com
10141 N Main St, Archdale - 27263336-434-0055 or 800-MARRIOTTMarriott.com
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10066 N Main St, Archdale - 27263336-434-5200 or 800-HAMPTONHamptonInn.com
10123 N Main St, Archdale - 27263336-434-4797 or 877-4-CHOICEComfortInn.com
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825 W Dixie Dr, Asheboro - 27205336-626-4414 or 877-4-CHOICEChoiceHotels.com
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920 Executive Way, Asheboro - 27203336-626-9197 or 800-MARRIOTTMarriott.com
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1137 E Dixie Dr, Asheboro - 27203336-625-9000 or 800-HAMPTONHamptonInn.com
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1113 E Dixie Dr, Asheboro - 27203336-636-5222 or 800-HOLIDAYHIExpress.com
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242 Lakecrest Rd, Asheboro - 27203336-626-3680 or 877-4-CHOICEQualityInn.com••
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136 W Main St, Seagrove - 27341336-707-9124SeagroveStoneware.com
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The Cottage in the Pines -Asheboro
Duck Smith House B&B -Seagrove
Liberty GuestCottage -Liberty
Seagrove Stoneware Inn -Seagrove
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Places To StayFor a listing of campground facilities, see Places to Stay at HeartofNorthCarolina.com. For a listing of banquet & meeting facilities, see Travel Tools at HeartofNorthCarolina.com.
History & Heritage Research:
Ramseur Community Museum
The Randolph Room at the Randolph County Public Library
Golf Asheboro Country Club
Asheboro Municipal Golf Course
Holly Ridge Golf Links
Tot Hill Farm Golf Club Sports & Racing Asheboro Copperheads Baseball
Zoo City Motor Sports Park
Parks & Recreation -Area Parks Allen H. Leonard Memorial Park
Asheboro Skate Park
Bicentennial Park
Commerce Square Park
Creekside Park & Disc Golf Course
Deep River Rail Trail
Kermit G. Pell/Ramseur Lake Recreational Facility
Lake Lucas
North Asheboro Park & Disc Golf Course
Pisgah Covered Bridge
Randleman Lake Marina
Uwharrie National Forest - Birkhead Wilderness Area:
Lassiter Mill Entrance
Tot Hill Entrance
Museums & Attractions 4 Miles to Furniture Market
American Classic Motorcycle Museum
Carolina Bronze Sculpture Garden & Foundry
Linbrook Heritage Estate:
Historic Hoover House
Linbrook Hall
Neal Agricultural & Industrial Museum
Morgan Reptile Replicas
NC Aviation Museum & Hall of Fame
NC Pottery Center
North Carolina Zoo
Petty Family Attractions:
Petty’s Garage
The Petty Museum
Toomes-Petty House
Seagrove Area Pottery Center
Seagrove, Handmade Pottery Capital of the U.S.
Victory Junction
Outdoor Fun Kersey Valley Attractions:
Escape Room
High Ropes Course
Laser Tag
Zipline
Millstone Creek Orchards
Richland Creek ZipLine Canopy Tour
Routh Horse Ranch
Seagrove Orchids
Toms Creek Farm & Nursery
Arts & Entertainment Cinemark VII
The Sara Smith Self Gallery
Sunset Theatre
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Parks & Recreation -Indoor Family Sports Center
Breweries & Wineries Four Saints Brewing Company
Native Son Vineyard and Farm
Zimmerman Vineyards
Accommodations - Hotels Comfort Inn - Archdale
Comfort Inn - Asheboro
Country Inn & Suites - Archdale
Days Inn - Archdale
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott - Archdale
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott - Asheboro
Hampton Inn - Archdale
Hampton Inn - Asheboro
Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Archdale
Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Asheboro
Quality Inn - Asheboro
Accommodations - Bed & Breakfast Inns The Cottage in the Pines - Asheboro
Duck Smith House Bed & Breakfast - Seagrove
Liberty Guest Cottage - Liberty
Seagrove Stoneware Inn - Seagrove26
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Area maps are also available at the Heart of North Carolina Visitors Bureau in downtown Asheboro and VisitorCenters in Seagrove
Heart of North Carolina Visitors Bureau145-B Worth Street | Asheboro, NC 27203800-626-2672 | HeartofNorthCarolina.com
I-73 / 74 Visitor CentersNorthbound 4393 Interstate 73/74Southbound 4390 Interstate 73/74Seagrove, NC 27341 Direct Phone: 336-873-7213 (NB) & 336-873-7203 (SB)
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