2026 SAHC Winter Hiking Challenge
Complete 60 miles in 60 days between Jan 1 and Mar 1 with self paced walks, runs, or hikes through neighborhood streets or mountain trails, welcoming all abilities and encouraging outdoor stewardship.
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Galloping long distance equestrian endurance across historic estate trails, AERC, SERA and SEDRA sanctioned with veterinary checkpoints and multi distance competitive rides; registration and ride info on the official site.
Galloping long distance equestrian endurance across historic estate trails, AERC, SERA and SEDRA sanctioned with veterinary checkpoints and multi distance competitive rides; registration and ride info on the official site.
Galloping long distance equestrian endurance across historic estate trails, AERC, SERA and SEDRA sanctioned with veterinary checkpoints and multi distance competitive rides; registration and ride info on the official site.
Gentle morning yoga flows and guided hikes through spring wildflower meadows and forest bathing sessions near Hendersonville, combining nature therapy with restorative movement for a four day wellness retreat in April.
Gentle morning yoga flows and guided hikes through spring wildflower meadows and forest bathing sessions near Hendersonville, combining nature therapy with restorative movement for a four day wellness retreat in April.
Gentle morning yoga flows and guided hikes through spring wildflower meadows and forest bathing sessions near Hendersonville, combining nature therapy with restorative movement for a four day wellness retreat in April.
Long-distance equestrian endurance ride across Biltmore Estate's wooded trails and rolling pastures, drawing competitive and recreational riders for timed trail distances and vet checks; registration opens in early spring.
Long-distance equestrian endurance ride across Biltmore Estate's wooded trails and rolling pastures, drawing competitive and recreational riders for timed trail distances and vet checks; registration opens in early spring.
Long-distance equestrian endurance ride across Biltmore Estate's wooded trails and rolling pastures, drawing competitive and recreational riders for timed trail distances and vet checks; registration opens in early spring.
Strenuous 8.5-mile ridge hike with 1700 feet gain across the Shut-In corridor, featuring scenic overlooks and gap crossings; may convert to a one-way upper route requiring a shuttle, suitable for experienced day-hikers.
Strenuous 8.5-mile ridge hike with 1700 feet gain across the Shut-In corridor, featuring scenic overlooks and gap crossings; may convert to a one-way upper route requiring a shuttle, suitable for experienced day-hikers.
Strenuous 8.5-mile ridge hike with 1700 feet gain across the Shut-In corridor, featuring scenic overlooks and gap crossings; may convert to a one-way upper route requiring a shuttle, suitable for experienced day-hikers.
Rugged 250 mile ADV off road endurance weekend over dirt roads and technical singletrack, pairing group rides, rider clinics, and campground camaraderie for the adventure motorcycle community hosted by Eurosport Asheville.
Rugged 250 mile ADV off road endurance weekend over dirt roads and technical singletrack, pairing group rides, rider clinics, and campground camaraderie for the adventure motorcycle community hosted by Eurosport Asheville.
Rugged 250 mile ADV off road endurance weekend over dirt roads and technical singletrack, pairing group rides, rider clinics, and campground camaraderie for the adventure motorcycle community hosted by Eurosport Asheville.
Pedal through blossoming neighborhoods and scenic greenways on a relaxed, all-abilities spring group ride with family friendly stops, coffee and snack breaks, and brief advocacy highlights promoting safer streets.
Pedal through blossoming neighborhoods and scenic greenways on a relaxed, all-abilities spring group ride with family friendly stops, coffee and snack breaks, and brief advocacy highlights promoting safer streets.
Pedal through blossoming neighborhoods and scenic greenways on a relaxed, all-abilities spring group ride with family friendly stops, coffee and snack breaks, and brief advocacy highlights promoting safer streets.
Sunlit gentle vinyasa and breathwork on Bearwallow Mountain overlooking ridgeline views, an all levels outdoor yoga session meeting at the trailhead for mindful movement, grounding, and panoramic nature immersion.
Sunlit gentle vinyasa and breathwork on Bearwallow Mountain overlooking ridgeline views, an all levels outdoor yoga session meeting at the trailhead for mindful movement, grounding, and panoramic nature immersion.
Sunlit gentle vinyasa and breathwork on Bearwallow Mountain overlooking ridgeline views, an all levels outdoor yoga session meeting at the trailhead for mindful movement, grounding, and panoramic nature immersion.
Slow guided forest bathing through mixed hardwoods focusing on breath, sensory awareness, and intention setting; a morning mindful walk suited for beginners seeking restorative nature based meditation.
Slow guided forest bathing through mixed hardwoods focusing on breath, sensory awareness, and intention setting; a morning mindful walk suited for beginners seeking restorative nature based meditation.
Slow guided forest bathing through mixed hardwoods focusing on breath, sensory awareness, and intention setting; a morning mindful walk suited for beginners seeking restorative nature based meditation.
Out-and-back mountain hike of about 10 miles with 1,600 feet of elevation gain, featuring steady uphill singletrack and rocky roots; group-paced with a lunch break at Sleepy Gap and carpool option.
Out-and-back mountain hike of about 10 miles with 1,600 feet of elevation gain, featuring steady uphill singletrack and rocky roots; group-paced with a lunch break at Sleepy Gap and carpool option.
Out-and-back mountain hike of about 10 miles with 1,600 feet of elevation gain, featuring steady uphill singletrack and rocky roots; group-paced with a lunch break at Sleepy Gap and carpool option.
A nature-forward micro retreat combining all-levels yoga with a rejuvenating waterfall hike in Zirconia. Expect mindful movement, forest air, and cooling cascades for a reset-focused afternoon outdoors.
A nature-forward micro retreat combining all-levels yoga with a rejuvenating waterfall hike in Zirconia. Expect mindful movement, forest air, and cooling cascades for a reset-focused afternoon outdoors.
A nature-forward micro retreat combining all-levels yoga with a rejuvenating waterfall hike in Zirconia. Expect mindful movement, forest air, and cooling cascades for a reset-focused afternoon outdoors.
Crowd focused social dance with a magical, memory making atmosphere for homeschool families and teens, encouraging dressy attire and community connection as attendees dance the night away.
Crowd focused social dance with a magical, memory making atmosphere for homeschool families and teens, encouraging dressy attire and community connection as attendees dance the night away.
Crowd focused social dance with a magical, memory making atmosphere for homeschool families and teens, encouraging dressy attire and community connection as attendees dance the night away.
Casual and organized group rides across Asheville's streets and scenic greenways with routes for all skill levels, community focused bike advocacy, and family friendly outdoor camaraderie promoting safer streets.
Casual and organized group rides across Asheville's streets and scenic greenways with routes for all skill levels, community focused bike advocacy, and family friendly outdoor camaraderie promoting safer streets.
Casual and organized group rides across Asheville's streets and scenic greenways with routes for all skill levels, community focused bike advocacy, and family friendly outdoor camaraderie promoting safer streets.
Challenging Gran Fondo road ride through Asheville's mountain roads with multiple distance options and hilly climbs for endurance focused riders, supported by aid stations and a community ride atmosphere.
Challenging Gran Fondo road ride through Asheville's mountain roads with multiple distance options and hilly climbs for endurance focused riders, supported by aid stations and a community ride atmosphere.
Challenging Gran Fondo road ride through Asheville's mountain roads with multiple distance options and hilly climbs for endurance focused riders, supported by aid stations and a community ride atmosphere.
Guided community foraging walks through urban and forested Asheville greenspaces identifying seasonal wild edibles, hands on plant id, and ethical harvest techniques for a beginner friendly, participatory nature skills experience.
Guided community foraging walks through urban and forested Asheville greenspaces identifying seasonal wild edibles, hands on plant id, and ethical harvest techniques for a beginner friendly, participatory nature skills experience.
Guided community foraging walks through urban and forested Asheville greenspaces identifying seasonal wild edibles, hands on plant id, and ethical harvest techniques for a beginner friendly, participatory nature skills experience.
Guided group hikes and trail excursions along the Mountains-to-Sea Trail, paired with community meetups and volunteer friendly programming for local hikers, trail supporters, and outdoor minded neighbors.
Guided group hikes and trail excursions along the Mountains-to-Sea Trail, paired with community meetups and volunteer friendly programming for local hikers, trail supporters, and outdoor minded neighbors.
Guided group hikes and trail excursions along the Mountains-to-Sea Trail, paired with community meetups and volunteer friendly programming for local hikers, trail supporters, and outdoor minded neighbors.
Pedal scenic gravel roads and steady climbs on a slow social, friendly group ride that emphasizes social pacing and welcomes all abilities for casual exploration and community cycling.
Pedal scenic gravel roads and steady climbs on a slow social, friendly group ride that emphasizes social pacing and welcomes all abilities for casual exploration and community cycling.
Pedal scenic gravel roads and steady climbs on a slow social, friendly group ride that emphasizes social pacing and welcomes all abilities for casual exploration and community cycling.
Scenic group hike to cascading waterfalls along a moderate forest trail with rocky pools and short elevation gains; participants meet downtown for a neighborhood meetup and typically carpool to the trailhead.
Scenic group hike to cascading waterfalls along a moderate forest trail with rocky pools and short elevation gains; participants meet downtown for a neighborhood meetup and typically carpool to the trailhead.
Scenic group hike to cascading waterfalls along a moderate forest trail with rocky pools and short elevation gains; participants meet downtown for a neighborhood meetup and typically carpool to the trailhead.
Twilight lakeside stroll around Lake Junaluska along gentle paved paths, highlighting reflective water views and mountain backdrops; community guided walk suitable for all fitness levels and casual photographers.
Twilight lakeside stroll around Lake Junaluska along gentle paved paths, highlighting reflective water views and mountain backdrops; community guided walk suitable for all fitness levels and casual photographers.
Twilight lakeside stroll around Lake Junaluska along gentle paved paths, highlighting reflective water views and mountain backdrops; community guided walk suitable for all fitness levels and casual photographers.
Twilight forest bathing (shinrin-yoku) among Blue Ridge mountain hemlocks and rhododendron at The North Carolina Arboretum, guided slow walks emphasizing sensory awareness, breathwork, and grounding to reduce stress and deepen nature connection.
Twilight forest bathing (shinrin-yoku) among Blue Ridge mountain hemlocks and rhododendron at The North Carolina Arboretum, guided slow walks emphasizing sensory awareness, breathwork, and grounding to reduce stress and deepen nature connection.
Twilight forest bathing (shinrin-yoku) among Blue Ridge mountain hemlocks and rhododendron at The North Carolina Arboretum, guided slow walks emphasizing sensory awareness, breathwork, and grounding to reduce stress and deepen nature connection.
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Interdisciplinary sessions and data-driven presentations on Southern Appalachian weather patterns, climate variability, forecasting techniques, and resilience strategies, connecting researchers, operational meteorologists, faculty, and students through talks, posters, and collaborative discussions.
Interdisciplinary sessions and data-driven presentations on Southern Appalachian weather patterns, climate variability, forecasting techniques, and resilience strategies, connecting researchers, operational meteorologists, faculty, and students through talks, posters, and collaborative discussions.