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This week on NC Weekend, join host Deborah Holt Noel to get ready for summer with a visit to the NC Zoo, getting to know the Carolina Canoe Club, glamping recs and more!

Next week, plan "The Perfect Beach Trip" to visit a modern restaurant in Wilmington, the best-kept barbeque secret in Emerald Isle and a mural tour on Carolina Beach.

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An Appalachian Summer Festival

Watauga County
Producer: Emily Frachtling

An Appalachian Summer Festival in Boone celebrates 40 years of arts and music.

Website: appsummer.org

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The North Carolina Zoo Turns 50!

Randolph County
Producer: David Hardy

Enjoy a 50th birthday celebration for the North Carolina Zoo in Asheboro.

Website: nczoo.org

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Carolina Canoe Club

Rockingham County
Producer: Mike O'Connell

Come along on a paddling adventure with the Carolina Canoe Club. 

Website: carolinacanoeclub.org

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Baboons at the Zoo

Randolph County
Producer: David Hardy

Learn how zookeepers interact with baboons at the NC Zoo.

Website: nczoo.org

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Springmaid Mountain

Mitchell County
Producer: Miriam McSpadden

Springmaid Mountain offers cabin rentals, horseback riding and even tubing!

Website: springmaidmountain.com

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