Shadow of the Bear

Autumn on the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau stirs up vibrant color, cozy flavors, and one unforgettable spectacle—the fleeting Shadow of the Bear, a natural wonder that draws crowds and awe each October.

Like its more diminutive ursine relatives, the Shadow of the Bear is once again emerging from a long winter’s slumber. 

The talent’s already lining up for the third incarnation of the Bear Shadow Music Festival, set for April 28-30. For ticketing and more information visit bearshadownc.com.

Like its more diminutive ursine relatives, the Shadow of the Bear is once again emerging from a long winter’s slumber.

Haven’t encountered a Black Bear this year? Don’t worry, there’s always the Big One stalking the mountains beyond Rhodes Big View Overlook.

This month brings a quiet frenzy among the creatures of the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau.  Foxes extend their territory to get a little fatter before the onset of winter. Squirrels get even […]