October 2021 | Page 6 of 8 | Laurel Magazine

Weaving Magic | Shirley Gibson

A reverence for form is woven into each of Shirley Gibson’s elegant baskets.

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Painting the Narrative | Cover Artist Bill Farnsworth

Issue: 2021/10 – October | by Donna Rhodes in Arts in Highlands NC and Cashiers NC

For cover artist Bill Farnsworth, plein air painting is as natural as, well, enjoying a sunny day.

10-year Rescue Mission | Southern Highlands Reserve

Issue: 2021/10 – October | by Marlene Osteen in Recreation and Creation | Highlands NC and Cashiers NC

The endangered Carolina Northern Squirrel is hanging on to a perilous existence. They’re getting by with a little help from their friends.

A Day on the Lake | Lake Glenville

Issue: 2021/10 – October | by Mary Jane McCall in Recreation and Creation | Highlands NC and Cashiers NC

No matter the season, Lake Glenville extends its aquatic siren call far beyond the confines of the Plateau.

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Spectacular Fall Show

Issue: 2021/10 – October | by Winter Gary in Recreation and Creation | Highlands NC and Cashiers NC

If you’d like to discover the science behind the beauty of the Fall Leaf Show, join the experts at Highlands Nature Center for an Autumn Amble. Call (828) 526-2623 to find your place on a tour.

Create a Natural Garden

Issue: 2021/10 – October | by Marlene Osteen in Recreation and Creation | Highlands NC and Cashiers NC

There’s nothing shy about the Brown-Eyed Susan, casting its bold-colored blossoms to the sunshine in meadows, gardens, and clearings across the Plateau.

Walk Under Water | Dry Falls

Issue: 2021/10 – October | by Ed and Cindy Boos in Recreation and Creation | Highlands NC and Cashiers NC

A potent mix of thunder and mist gives Dry Falls a hypnotic pull that’s almost spiritual.

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Avian World’s Yin & Yang

Issue: 2021/10 – October | by William McReynolds - Highlands Plateau Audubon Society in Recreation and Creation | Highlands NC and Cashiers NC

It’s always Showtime! Wood Ducks are a classic example of guys sprucing up to charm the ladies.

Highlands-Cashiers River Otters

Issue: 2021/10 – October | by Luke Osteen in Recreation and Creation | Highlands NC and Cashiers NC

River Otters are enjoying their status as the Plateau’s friskiest arrivals. You can spot them at Lindenwood Lake, and possibly other aquatic spots in Cashiers and Highlands.