The late-winter itch to get outdoors has hit many, but for those not sure it’s warm enough, take heart. This Saturday, the Little Sparks Fun Bonfire brings the best of the camping experience alive at Maple Creek Farm – without the trouble of a tent.
“All you need is a lawn chair. The fires are going to be huge,” said Keven McCammon, co-owner of Maple Creek with wife Kitty. “We are going to have two very large main fires, and several smaller fires around. Lots of concessions, and we’re all set for everyone to be able to hear Doug’s stories. We’re excited and fortunate he’s coming.”
Doug is Doug Elliot, national champion storyteller, author, musician and Rutherford County native. A registered Traditional Artist of the Blue Ridge National Heritage Area, his tales have been heard all over the country. Along with Mr. Elliot’s stories, crowds will enjoy foods friendly to everyone – including s’mores, of course.
As fundraiser for a Lake Lure and the Blue Ridge Foothills area Community Pet Center, the proceeds for this evening under the stars go for a good cause. So come for the bonfire – but stay for the weekend. As part of the Ignite the Night Bonfire series, special room rates and packages are available for bonfire attendees.
To help support the series, hats, t-shirts, stadium blankets and other specialty items bearing the Ignite the Night logo will be available for sale. Cash or Check only.
Below are the details for the Little Sparks Fun (and for the two remaining bonfires). For directions or more information, visit ignitethenightseries.com or contact Lake Lure and the Blue Ridge Foothills at 800 849-5998 or event organizers at 828 286-8069.
March 14 – Little Sparks Fun Bonfire
Where: Maple Creek Farm, Rutherfordton, NC
Time: 6:30 pm
Cost: $25/per car, food sold separately
March 28 – Burning Rubber Bonfire
Where: Bennett Classics Auto Museum, Forest City, NC
Time: 6pm
Cost: $10/adults $4/children, food sold separately
Featured on UNC-TV’s NC Weekend, come to Bennett Classics Auto Museum to join other car enthusiasts for an evening of automobiles, fire, and fun. Food and music will shift things into high gear at this bonfire! A museum fundraiser.
April 18 – Blazing Bluegrass Bonfire
Where: Ottis Cook Music Park, Golden Valley, NC
Time: 6:30 pm
Cost: $10/per person, food sold separately
The best of the gospel-bluegrass best! Local legends gather on the stage for a hand-clapping, toe-tapping evening to rival any opry while several bonfires keep the audience warm – and the music park kitchen will be serving dinner. A fundraiser for fire and rescue.