Quality of Life

Caldwell offers a uniquely beautiful, active and peaceful quality of life. Few places in any American communities offer the diverse topography of mountains, streams, lakes and valleys and the priceless vistas that go with them. The variety of natural, outdoor recreational opportunities available to the public are many and the appeal is equal to young and old. Retirees and vacation homeowners are increasingly attracted to Caldwell. The immediate availability of high quality healthcare with particular attention to advanced specialties for heart, cancer and age related needs adds to the attraction for all population groups. Protecting and sharing that rare quality of life while growing it is a long term challenge.        

 

VISION & OBJECTIVES

 

Vision: Caldwell County will be a place where more individuals and families want to live, work, visit and retire.

 

Objective 17: Enhance the tools available to encourage downtown revitalization in Granite Falls, Hudson and Lenoir.

 

Objective 18: Capitalize on the wide and varied range of Caldwell County’s outdoor recreational assets.

 

Objective 19: Capitalize on Caldwell County’s array of arts and culture amenities.

 

Objective 20: Ensure that Caldwell County is a healthy, well maintained and safe community.

 

 

BRIDGE TO BRIDGE

Competitive cyclists come from all over the country to ride one of the most challenging and beautiful routes in the world.  The ride covers 100 miles of diverse countryside  with a finish line atop Grandfather Mountain.  Registration and information can be located at www.explorecaldwell.com.  This year the ride has expanded to include an entire weekend of family fun featuring the healthy living festival and benefitting Grandfather Mountain.

 

FIDDLER'S CONVENTION
The region's largest fiddler convention is held in historic Happy Valley in conjunction with the Happy Valley Heritage Committee and the Caldwell Chamber of Commerce.  The event will be held September 3, 4 &5.  For more information link to www.explorecaldwell.com.

 

Caldwell Beautiful

Caldwell Beautiful is looking for members of the community who want to ensure our county maintains its beautiful resources and its place as the showpiece of western North Carolina. This group has many options for its efforts--community beautification, community education and special projects. To participate or support, contact 20/20 by clicking on Contact Us.

 

Caldwell Community Garden

Caldwell Community Gardens were established in 2009 as an effort of Caldwell Memorial Hospital and local community churches and organizations. The first community garden is active and located in uptown Lenoir and holds thirty-two raised beds, providing local families the opportunity and the joy of raising their own fresh vegetables. For a closer look, see them on facebook at Caldwell Community Gardens.