The Yadkin River Greenway was created through the cooperative efforts of citizen volunteers, landowners, and the governments of Wilkes County, North Wilkesboro, Wilkesboro, and the State of North Carolina. The effort began in 1994, and the first phase of the greenway became a reality and was opened May 18, 2002. The Yadkin River Greenway Council, a non-profit community organization, provided coordination and leadership. 

This Greenway is a natural area between urban communities where wildlife, vegetation, and streams are preserved and enjoyed. Greenways also provide transportation, recreation, and exercise opportunities for the community. 

 
The greenway dream began not on some planner's desk but in the fertile imagination of radiologist Phil Carlson.  After canoeing down the Yadkin through town with his son Ian, Dr. Carlson was struck by the beauty of the river that winds through the middle of our county's largest towns.  Dr. Carlson shared his vision with Dr. Tom Frazer, Dr. Larry Bennett and the late Becky Mann.  They raised donated funds and raised private money in the community for a feasibility study.  Today, eleven years and umpteen committee meetings later, the greenway is open.

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