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#35—Ashe County's Amphibolite Mountains

Podcast: Blue Ridge Birds and Nature at Hilton Pond North
Published: Apr 14, 2026
Duration seconds: 1206
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Summary

You’ve heard of the Smokies, the Appalachians, and the Blue Ridge, but how about the Amphibolite Mountains? They’re right here in Ashe County NC and are home to diverse flora, from Flame Azaleas to Scottish Harebells. “This Week at Hilton Pond North” we talk about these unique high ridges and toss in info about birds from finches to phoebes and cowbirds, too. There’s our usual tadpole update, along with an amazing list of goldfinch recaptures. After listening to our “Deep Dive” podcast you can view the complete photo essay #35 at https://www.hiltonpondnorth.org/twahpn-20260325.html Happy Nature Watching—And Listening!