Recent Posts from MountainWise:
Freestyle Kayaking World Championships
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T7li0YpFXUc This week, the top paddlers from around the world have descended on the Nantahala River to compete in the International Canoe Federation's (ICF) Freestyle Kayaking World Championships. The Nantahala River is known for it's...
Opt-In: Opportunity Initiative
Opt-In is a year-long effort to fill in research gaps, identify opportunities and test alternative strategies to inform decision-making about economic development, transportation planning and the environment. The goal for the program is to deliver a Regional Vision,...
MountainWise is Hiring!
If you're looking for a great new job opportunity with a team that is committed to improving the lives of people in Western North Carolina, MountainWise is the place to be! We are currently hiring for an Intervention Lead for Haywood and Transylvania Counties. This...
SNAP Match in Jackson County!
In partnership with Buy Haywood, MountainWise is sponsoring a Match Incentive Campaign at the Jackson County Farmers Market benefiting SNAP participants. Every Saturday, from 7/20/13 through 8/10/13, the first 15 SNAP participants who spend at least $1 at the farmers...
Haywood County “Gleans” Their Way to a Healthier Community
There is a common problem that food pantries often face: how to supply those in need with fresh fruits and vegetables. While dry goods and canned produce are common staples at food pantries, fresh produce is more difficult to supply, and as a result, the neediest...
Watermelon Day at the Waynesville Tailgate Market
This Saturday the Original Waynesville Tailgate Market will be hosting Watermelon Day as part of their monthly Kids Corner Market. The Kids Corner Market is a fun way to engage kids in the farmers market experience. Preschool through elementary school age kids are...
Stay and Play in the Smokies
Welcome to the blog for MountainWise! Here we will bring you fun news for WNC, healthy recipes, and tips for staying active. We hope you enjoy everything you find, and please let us know if you think we're missing something! To start us off, we'd like you introduce...
