The center’s theme is directly in line with that of the work conducted at the fish hatchery. The NCWRC raises thousands of trout at this site. These trout are destined for release in Western North Carolina streams, providing recreational opportunities, as well as an important component of the food chain.

If you are interested in attending the PAC hike at Pisgah National Forest, please contact the PAC office to sign up by phone at 828-859-5060 or email, landprotection@pacolet.org.

Hikers should wear appropriate clothing and footwear; bring a bag lunch and/or snack and plenty of water.  Please be sure to bring any personal medication that you may require.  Hikers should be prepared to return to the area by 3 p.m., at the latest. In case of inclement weather, please contact the PAC office by 8:15 a.m. on the day of the hike to see if the hike will take place.

Hikers will be meeting at the Columbus Bi-Lo at 8:30 a.m. to start the approximately 1-hour drive to the trail head, just past the Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education and Fish Hatchery.  If you cannot make this hike but would like to attend other hikes, please visit PACs website, www.pacolet.org, or go to PACs Facebook page for information on upcoming hikes. The next and final hike is scheduled for Nov. 16 at the PAC protected Walnut Creek Preserve.

– article submitted by Pam Torlina