Amazing Maize Maze, Huntersville ----- (704) 875-3113
The nationally acclaimed cornfield maze, The Amazing Maize Maze® is a great way to enthrall children, bond families, educate students, build youth groups, and boost corporate productivity. Exploring the nooks & crannies of the schoolhouse clock with a little "readin', writin' 'n' rithmatic", game boards and puzzle pieces will challenge you problem solving skills.

Carolina Raptor Center, Huntersville ----- (704) 875-6521
Carolina Raptor Center is dedicated to environmental education and the conservation of birds of prey through public education, the rehabilitation of injured, and orphaned raptors and research. Located within Latta Plantation Nature Preserve, the Center's birds of prey include Eagles, falcons, ospreys, owls, hawks and vultures. Weekend programs are presented on raptor research, rehabilitation and education.

Historic Davidson, Davidson ----- (704) 892-2892
Step back in time in the quaint village of Davidson - home of Davidson College. Main Street's turn-of-the-century store buildings offer unique art, antiques, books, clothing, gifts and more. Visit the internationally famous sculpted gnomes at the Tom Clark Museum. Come experience the hospitality and charm.

Latta Plantation House, Huntersville ----- (704) 875-1397
Historic Latta Plantation was a successful cotton plantation, and is now a living history farm. Come experience what life was like for planters, slaves, and yeoman farmers of the North Carolina backcountry in the early 19th century.

Concord Mills ----- 1-877-NC-MILLS
A true shopping adventure! Dynamic architecture and an oval racetrack layout showcase over 200 stores including unique specialty stores, retail and manufacturer outlets and off-price retailers. A 24-screen, state-of-the-art AMC Theatre, interactive retailers, fun food court, theme restaurants add to this unique shopping experience.

Boat Access

Blythe Landing Huntersville ---- 704-896-9808
Ramsey Creek Park Cornelius ---- 704-896-9808
Beatty's Ford ---- Unity Church Road
Hagar Creek ---- Kemp Road
Long Island ---- Smyrna Church Road
McCrary Creek ---- Highway 150
Pinnacle ---- Highway 150
Stumpy Creek ---- Perth Road

Boat Rental

Holiday Marina, Cornelius ---- (704) 892-0561
Kings Point Marina, Charlotte ---- (704) 892-3223
Lake Norman Marina Inc., Denver ---- (704) 483-5546
Lake Norman YMCA, Cornelius ---- (704) 716-4400 (For Members Only.)
Latta Plantation, Huntersville ---- (704) 875-2312
Outdoors Etc.. Cornelius ---- (704) 892-1848
Saltshaker Marine, Mooresville ---- (704) 892-5990
Skipper's, Troutman (704) 528-3328

Lake Cruises

Pacifica Sailing Cruises of Lake Norman ----- (704) 896-9000
"Yachta Yachta Yachta" Yacht Charters ----- (704) 892-0991
Lake Norman Yacht Charters, Inc. ---- (704) 542-5492

About Charlotte

Named for Charlotte Sophia of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, wife of George III of the United Kingdom of Great Britain, Charlotte was founded by German and Scots-Irish settlers around 1750. From 1753 to 1880, Charlotte was little more than an inland trading village, but began growing into a small town after the arrival of the railroad in the 1850s. During the next twenty years, the Civil War and reconstruction hampered the growth of Charlotte greatly. It wasn't until 1870 that Charlotte started to play an increasingly important role in the area economy.

In the early 1900's, Charlotte's growth took off and the city started becoming a major distribution and finance center in the region. Prior to the first World War, Charlotte had electric trolleys and its first suburb, Dilworth. Also in this period, Belk Department Store opened and the first.

By 1930, Charlotte's blueprints for growth were established and many of the high-rise buildings, fine communities and most prominent businesses were in place. The City Hall building at 600 E. Trade was built, the Federal Reserve opened and the Charlotte Symphony was organized during this period. After the second World War and the Korean War, Charlotte emerged as a textile and distribution center and the South's largest city.

During the 1960s Charlotte's growth began to mushroom. The population doubled and the growth continues today. Charlotte has become a national center for finance and industry with close ties to the world economy. The many lovely neighborhoods, strong cultural community and recreational opportunities make Charlotte a very attractive place to live and work.

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Charlotte:

• CHARLOTTE/DOUGLAS INTL (about 8 miles; CHARLOTTE, NC; ID: CLT)
• HICKORY REGIONAL (about 53 miles; HICKORY, NC; ID: HKY)
• SMITH REYNOLDS (about 77 miles; WINSTON SALEM, NC; ID: INT)

Other public-use airports nearest to Charlotte:

• WILGROVE AIR PARK (about 12 miles; CHARLOTTE,
• NC; ID: 8A6)
• CONCORD REGIONAL (about 16 miles; CONCORD, NC; ID: JQF)
• GOOSE CREEK (about 19 miles; INDIAN TRAIL, NC; ID: 28A)
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• LAKE NORMAN AIR PARK (about 25 miles; MOORESVILLE, NC; ID: 14A)

Climate & Weather

Normal climate around Charlotte, North Carolina

Based on data reported by main weather stations

Average weather in Charlotte, North Carolina

Based on data reported by over 4,000 weather stations

Useful Local, Regional & National Resources and Links for Homebuyers

Women’s Council of Realtors — A community of real estate professionals creating business opportunities, developing skills for the future and achieving our individual potential for success.

National Weather Service Zone Forecast — Weather and other information for Toms River and surrounding communities.

The National Association of Home Builders — A trade association that helps promote the policies that make housing a national priority. Since 1942, NAHB has been serving its members, the housing industry, and the public at large.

Homes and Communities from U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) — HUD's Homes and Communities Page is a clearinghouse of information and services about homes and communities for citizens and for HUD's current and potential business partners.

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		Http://www.mapquest.com - Helpful driving directions!
		Http://www.amazon.com - A great place to buy books, music, and DVD's.

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