North Carolina’s Central Park Identity Development

Organization:

Yadkin-Pee Dee Lakes Project

Amount:

$100,000.00

Program Area:

Open Grants Program

County of Applicant:

Stanly

Year:

2004

Description:

The purpose of this Golden LEAF grant is to help implement a two-year strategic plan to develop a branded tourism initiative and marketing plan for seven rural counties in central North Carolina. This project will result in a clear destination image for the region, to be known as North Carolina’s Central Park, and the development of four thematic heritage trails (Settlers Trail, Birding & Natural History trail, Transportation & Industry Trail, and the Agriculture Trail) that will both attract visitors and enhance their experience by physically linking historic sites and communities in these seven counties.

Contact:

Dr. Nancy Gottovi100 Russell StreetP.O. Box 159Star, North Carolina 27356(910) 428-9001

Areas Served:

Anson/Davidson/Montgomery/Randolph/Richmond/Rowan/Stanly

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