On your next trip to Beech Mountain, consider an enchanted visit to the old Land of Oz theme park.

The Land of Oz, which operated from 1970-1980, is now available for personal tours, birthday parties and private functions. Options include a tour of Dorothy's house, a leisurely stroll along the 44,000-brick yellow brick road, or a picnic lunch at the Fountain of Youth and the Judy Garland Memorial Overlook. Dorothy's house is also available for overnight stays.

So have a heart, have a brain and have some courage, and make plans now for a journey over the rainbow to the very pinnacle of Beech Mountain. The historic Land of Oz awaits.

For Land of Oz information, call (828) 387-2000 or visit www.emeraldmtn.com.