Fishing for a way to cut your tether to tech?

Leave the phone and email behind and embrace nature’s majesty in Western North Carolina.

Located in the Great Smoky Mountains, Jackson County is famous for its unspoiled natural beauty. Home to the Western North Carolina Fly Fishing Trail, the county boasts 4,600 miles of streams. Outdoor enthusiasts can also find rafting, hiking, camping, golfing and skiing within a few miles of each other.

Visitors can experience the charm of friendly towns such as Sylva, Dillsboro and Cashiers. Their rich Appalachian traditions are on display at art exhibits and craft fairs. Other attractions include festivals, outdoor concerts, dining and shopping.

– Jonathan Fredlin, S&A Communications