sizzlin’ summer series

In 2016, PATH launched a new program called The Sizzlin’ Summer Series, with the goal of increasing connections between neighbors and people, and increasing physical activity, while highlighting fun opportunities to play and be active in our community. This physical activity campaign was developed with the generous assistance of NC Population Health Improvement Partners, with evaluation support from NC Center for Health & Wellness at UNCA. NC Population Health Improvement Partners presented our program as an example of a successful model for evidence-based public health intervention at the NC Public Health Association Conference.

The Sizzlin’ Summer Series features fun, family-friendly activities and is traditionally held each Saturday morning throughout the summer months on the Burnsville Town Square. Themes include biking, water sports, dance, and much more. All events are FREE, and appropriate for all ages and abilities.

places to visit:

Black Mountain/Briar Bottom – Burnsville

Farmers Market – Bakersville

Farmers Market – Burnsville

Farmers Market – Spruce Pine

Local Parks – Bakersville

Local Parks – Burnsville

Local Parks – Spruce Pine

Mount Mitchell State Park – Burnsville

Orchard at Altapass – Spruce Pine

Roan Mountain – Bakersville

Springmaid Mountain – Spruce Pine

things to do:

Bare Dark Sky Observatory – Burnsville

Summer Movies in the Park – Mayland’s Earth to Sky Park, Burnsville

Summer Movies in the Park –  Spruce Pine Main Street, Spruce Pine

Summer Reading Program – Local AMY Regional Library Branch

The Thickets Mountain Bike Pump Trail – Brad Ragan Park, Spruce Pine

Willis Observatory – Bakersville