As we all look forward to the 69th Annual Poke Sallet Festival in Downtown Harlan from May 30th through June 1, we thought we'd get everyone in the Poke Sallet Spirit while also celebrating National Scavenger Hunt Day. How to Participate: Take photos completing the tasks on the list and post Read more about Pre-Poke Sallet Scavenger Hunt
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Harlan Tourism Photography Contest 2024
You’re invited to show the world Harlan County as you see it. Capture photos of the natural beauty, mountain adventures, wildlife, attractions, and more! This contest is open to beginners, amateurs, and professionals. Submissions should be emailed to harlancountyphotography@gmail.com. Please Read more about Harlan Tourism Photography Contest 2024
10 Ways to Start Off Your Summer in Harlan County
School is finally out for the Summer, and with that, what better way to start it off with a splash than right here in Harlan County? Whether you want to get in touch with your adventurous spirit through our hiking trails, or if you simply want to relax on the lake, Harlan County has something for Read more about 10 Ways to Start Off Your Summer in Harlan County
Off the Eaten Path: Discover Hidden Culinary Gems in the form of Local Grills
Welcome to "Off the Eaten Path," where we venture beyond the usual tourist spots to uncover the most delightful grills and eateries tucked away in Harlan County’s scenic corners. Each of these hidden gems offers a unique culinary experience, making them perfect stops for food enthusiasts exploring Read more about Off the Eaten Path: Discover Hidden Culinary Gems in the form of Local Grills
Picture Perfect Spots for Pre-Prom Photos
It's prom season and nothing says prom night like proud parents snapping dozens (or hundreds or thousands or millions) of pictures before teens make their way to prom. We've put together some of our favorite photo spots in Harlan County to make sure you get the best backdrop for those Read more about Picture Perfect Spots for Pre-Prom Photos
March Madness Merch
March Madness in the mountains is unmatched! Harlan Countians go wild for the wildcats and who can blame them? With 8 championship banners hanging from the rafters of Rupp, every March, we ask ourselves "Is this year number 9?" That excitement is doubled this year as the Harlan County Black Bears Read more about March Madness Merch
She Leads: Celebrating Female Leaders Who Help Shape Tourism in Harlan County
Tourism in Harlan County has become one of the major drivers of our economy and on International Women’s Day, we wanted to take a second and recognize some of the incredible leadership, business owners, civic leaders, restauranteurs, and more that are currently shaping the tourism landscape in Read more about She Leads: Celebrating Female Leaders Who Help Shape Tourism in Harlan County
UNPLUG IN HARLAN COUNTY
March 1, 2024 is National Unplug Day! It's a 24 hour time period where people are encouraged to disconnect from their devices and enjoy unplugged fun for the day. We've come up with some ideas for unplugged fun in Harlan County... -Read All About It- Visit Sassy Trash or Raven Rock Coffee, Read more about UNPLUG IN HARLAN COUNTY
Appalachian Superstitions About Snow
The science of meteorology produces forecasts that are impressive in both their advance warning and their accuracy but Appalachian areas like Harlan County have some age old weather predictors of their own. -Woolly Worms- Each fall, mountain people examine wooly worms for clues about the Read more about Appalachian Superstitions About Snow
12 Months of Harlan County Recipes
As you're making your New Year's Resolution, consider making it a year of Harlan County Recipes with a special dish for each month. January- Fried Cabbage Fried cabbage is a year round dish in the mountains but many locals will tell you it's a must have on New Year's Day. The recipe is Read more about 12 Months of Harlan County Recipes