Beech Mountain tourisM Mikey and Pat O'Neal enjoy the view off the deck of their Beech Mountain home. Beech Mountain for some winter skiing. They returned the next year and during time off the slopes, they scouted out-and purchased-a chalet vacation home. Living full-time in the mountains wasn't on their agenda. They planned to visit often, but Hurricane Wilma in 2005 helped produce a change of heart. As Wilma threatened the Florida coast, Pat and Mikey loaded up their three kids and fled for their little chalet. They planned to stay three weeks, but after experiencing an ex- Another Publication Picks Bryson City For a Great Small Town Getaway In honor of the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service, the Smithsonian has named Bryson City one of the "20 Best Small Towns to Visit in 2016". And they're not the first to recommend us. What's so great about Bryson City? Find out at GreatSmokies.com BRC-logos-ad.indd 1 60 BlueRidgeCountry.com 5/17/16 1:04 PMhttp://www.GreatSmokies.com http://www.BlueRidgeCountry.com