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Hey there, kiddos! It's your friend Gaston the Eagle, swooping in to tell you about all the exciting adventures waiting for you and your...

Outdoor recreation positively impacts physical health, mental well-being, and economic prosperity. However, people with disabilities...

For those of you who like to indulge when on a vacation, here is your go-to guide to complete your traveling experience. Ice cream, flakey pastries, creative cookies and cupcakes, sugary sno-cones, and sweet and savory popcorn are all available to top off your stay in Gaston County. ​ SWEET PAIRING: It’s easy to get overwhelmed by choices, so we've made a list of some of our most unique sweet treats currently available in our walkable downtowns and paired them with great vis

Gaston County is on a mission to be the Piedmont's premier outdoor recreation destination. Our trails are helping to revitalize this...

Gaston County, North Carolina, boasts a wealth of natural beauty, inviting outdoor enthusiasts to immerse themselves in its tranquil and...

Catawba Riverkeeper has moved into our new headquarters, fulfilling our founders' vision of having a centrally located office on the...

The South Fork River Trail 119 Willow Drive, McAdenville, NC 28101 The South Fork River trail is a natural surface trail located along...

Recently, Catawba Riverkeeper announced its plans to build a new headquarters within a vacant building located in downtown McAdenville on...

The little town on the South Fork River is preparing for its annual transformation. Every December, McAdenville becomes Christmastown, USA, as countless red, green and white lights are turned on to twinkle and shine, and all the town’s homes get into the spirit of Christmas. Thanks to a special deal with Duke Energy, the town is able to create this dazzling display of lights and decorations that has for decades drawn visitors from around the world. French, German, Austrian an