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The early European settlers of the Appalachian Mountains forged a living from the native
materials so abundant around them. Hickory, chestnut and oak trees provided
nuts for food, logs for building and tannin for curing hides, while the
rocks were put to use as foundations and chimneys for the houses and in
stone fences to control wandering livestock. Many self-sufficient farms
sprang up in the Humpback Mountain area.
Today, visitors can tour a collection of 19th century farm buildings. The Mountain Farm Trail
provides access to the cabin and various outbuildings. The area also houses
a visitor center with new exhibits prepared for the spring 2000 opening,
a picnic area and trails.
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