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Biggest July 4th Fireworks Extravaganza Planned at Tweetsie Railroad

The most spectacular fireworks show in the High Country will be even better this summer when Tweetsie Railroad celebrates America’s Independence Day and the anniversary of the park’s opening day. On Monday, July 4, 2016, North Carolina’s first theme park will stay open late to put on one of the High CountryÂ¹s most popular events, Tweetsie Railroad’s July 4^th Fireworks Extravaganza. The park will stay open until 9:00 p.m., and at 9:30 p.m. over 200 large caliber pyrotechnic mortar shells will light up the sky for all to enjoy. This year, even larger aerial pyrotechnics will be added to the show to make this the biggest-ever July 4th event at the theme park.

For those that want a VIP experience for the show, Tweetsie Railroad offers a premium viewing area that includes an optional dinner. A special chicken and barbeque buffet will be served in the Hacienda. VIP wristbands are available at the ticket office for $20 for adults and $15 for children ages 3 to 12; kids 2 two and under are free.

There’s no better way to prepare the celebration than enjoying all the rides, live shows, and other attractions in the park. Spend the day at Tweetsie Railroad and take a ride on a train pulled by the legendary steam locomotives at Tweetsie Railroad. The unforgettable three-mile Wild West adventure through the Blue Ridge Mountains is fun for the whole family. Visitors can visit the friendly animals at the Deer Park Zoo, see live performances and visit Miner’s Mountain to pan for gold or mine for gems.

Tweetsie Railroad opened to the public on July 4, 1957, with a one-mile train trip to a picnic area. Since then, the ride has evolved into an entire theme park, expanding the train trip to three miles and adding Wild West-themed attractions and activities. The theme park hosts special events throughout the year to the delight of rail fans, children and visitors to the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Parking is available during the Independence Day celebration for $10 per vehicle, with no charge for Golden Rail Season Pass holders. In the event of severe weather, the fireworks show will be rescheduled for July 5^th.Â

Tweetsie Railroad is located on U.S. Highway 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock, North Carolina. For more information about the 2016 season at Tweetsie Railroad, visit Tweetsie.com or call 877.TWEETSIE(877.893.3874). Find Tweetsie Railroad on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Tweetsie and Twitter and Instagram.

Winter in the NC Mountains portrayed by pictures

I am a four seasons girl. Each season brings great joy to me and neat experiences. The mountains of NC lets you see the beauty of each season. We can go from a beautiful sunset to an icy winter wonderland in 24 hours.

Last weekend, we were driving down the road and I had to grab my camera and snap the beautiful sunset pictures. It was like God was taking his paint brush all over the sky. Pure beauty.

Couldnâ€™t you just sit there and watch this beautiful sunset all evening? Grab your favorite cup of coffee or hot tea and escape the real world. Truly thank God for all his blessings.

A couple days later, we wake up to an icy winter wonderland. L said this morning, â€œMommy, the trees are so beautiful with the ice on them.â€ Shaking my head in agreement. It is so beautiful to look out the window and enjoy, especially as long as we do not lose power.

Winter is not over by any means here in the High Country of NC. Snow is in the forecast for the rest of the week. It looks like that March is coming in like a lion. I wonder if it will go out like a lion? Just in time for Easter weekend!

Daddy and Daughter Hit the Ski Slopes

Winter here in the NC mountains has been very mild. I am still awaiting on our big snow storm. We have had several small snow storms that has only accumulated up to 3 inches. 3 inch storms are very rare for us, but you will take what you get right?

Since the last storm declared a snow day for the county, Scott and M decided to take advantage of snow day rates and hit the slopes for the day. Scott and I enjoy doing one-on-one dates with the girls so I know this day was very special for hubby and M.

M owned the slopes. The first time she came down the big hill, she forgot to do pizza. I was a little worried, but she did what anyone would probably do and just fell. She got right back up and hit the slopes wide open again. She remembered to do pizza with her ski’s after the first incident. I am so proud of M for not ever giving up. She always puts 110% in everything that she participates in — this makes for one proud mommy.

Of course, we could not leave out L during the snow day. L and I went and joined in the snow fun in the afternoon. She was a very happy snow camper.

Sisters finish out the day together on the slopes. Priceless!

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