I went to Asheville on Saturday

[dsc]

and must say I was impressed. You have a lovely city or I guess town. I only spent a few hours but loved your dowtown and the couple of book stores I went to. I also loved the fact you had actual gay publications with stuff for gays to do which aren't alcohol based. It sure wasn't Wilson. If I go back in June what would you suggest I see, the Biltmore is too expensive, so don't mention that.

[wildhorses]

1. did you go thru the grove park arcade?

also drive over to the grove park inn and just hang out, have a drink on the veranda it is beautiful scenery.

[wishlist]

2. Go west out to the NC Arboretum off the Parkway-its free every Tuesday

The Arboretum is about ten miles west of the city but well worth a trip. I love to walk downhill from the Arboretum gardens to the creek trails. There is an outstanding bonsai garden. There is a good cafe and indoor art exhibits as well. I can easily spend several relaxing hours there enjoying the scenery. Every Tuesday is free entry however most other days it costs $6 per vehicle. The Folk Art Center on the Parkway east of town is also an enjoyable destination as is the Thomas Wolfe House downtown.

[moose65]

3. I know Biltmore is expensive, but it's worth it

I have a season pass, but it is classy, elegant and very well-done. A gay-magnet, if you will. :)

[starmaker]

4. Take a ride

from Brevard take hwy 276 towards waynesville
option 1 sliding rock
at Blue Ridge Parkway turn left to cherokee
Grave Yard Fields is next
Hike to one of two falls
Next is sam"s knob and the grassy balds above
or
Devil's Courthouse a view well worth the short hike
Ride the crest of the parkway past it's highest point
to Waterrock Knob Hike if you want to the top
enjoy the view
Best sunset is at Thunderstruck Ridge Overlook
about two miles down the mountain
Take Hwy 19 thru Maggie Valley
and back to Asheville

If you like to get wet and hike a little
and it's a nice day.....

[GreenInNC]

5. Graveyard Fields

Gawd, I love that place. Used to go camping there all the time when I lived in Asheville.