Appalachian Foraging School
Weekly guided woodland walks focused on safe foraging and wildcrafting, from mushrooms and edible plants to medicinal herbs. Expect moss level close looking, forest critter curiosity, and seasonal tea making with practical take home skills.
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A community nature walk focused on foraging basics and identifying wild edible plants in the Asheville area. Learn seasonal safety tips, ethical harvesting practices, and local ecology while exploring outdoor trails together.
A community nature walk focused on foraging basics and identifying wild edible plants in the Asheville area. Learn seasonal safety tips, ethical harvesting practices, and local ecology while exploring outdoor trails together.
A community nature walk focused on foraging basics and identifying wild edible plants in the Asheville area. Learn seasonal safety tips, ethical harvesting practices, and local ecology while exploring outdoor trails together.
Hands-on field instruction in identifying edible Appalachian plants and fungi, with practical tips for safe harvesting, seasonal ecology, and ethical collecting. Expect a walk-and-learn format with guided observation and discussion in the outdoors.
Hands-on field instruction in identifying edible Appalachian plants and fungi, with practical tips for safe harvesting, seasonal ecology, and ethical collecting. Expect a walk-and-learn format with guided observation and discussion in the outdoors.
Hands-on field instruction in identifying edible Appalachian plants and fungi, with practical tips for safe harvesting, seasonal ecology, and ethical collecting. Expect a walk-and-learn format with guided observation and discussion in the outdoors.
Immersive wildcrafting apprenticeship centered on Appalachian biodiversity, with most class time spent outdoors learning plant and fungal identification and seasonal harvesting. Emphasis on ethical foraging, responsible apothecary skills, and relationship-based herbal medicine practice.
Immersive wildcrafting apprenticeship centered on Appalachian biodiversity, with most class time spent outdoors learning plant and fungal identification and seasonal harvesting. Emphasis on ethical foraging, responsible apothecary skills, and relationship-based herbal medicine practice.
Immersive wildcrafting apprenticeship centered on Appalachian biodiversity, with most class time spent outdoors learning plant and fungal identification and seasonal harvesting. Emphasis on ethical foraging, responsible apothecary skills, and relationship-based herbal medicine practice.
Tuesday afternoons bring rotating hands-on workshops, relaxed craft nights, and shared community meals in a welcoming garden setting. Drop in for creative activities and neighborly connection from 4 to 6 p.m.
Tuesday afternoons bring rotating hands-on workshops, relaxed craft nights, and shared community meals in a welcoming garden setting. Drop in for creative activities and neighborly connection from 4 to 6 p.m.
Tuesday afternoons bring rotating hands-on workshops, relaxed craft nights, and shared community meals in a welcoming garden setting. Drop in for creative activities and neighborly connection from 4 to 6 p.m.
A heart-opening raw cacao ritual centered on sweet remembrance, reflection, and honoring the untamable soul. Expect a grounding, introspective evening with guided intention-setting and community-held ceremonial space.
A heart-opening raw cacao ritual centered on sweet remembrance, reflection, and honoring the untamable soul. Expect a grounding, introspective evening with guided intention-setting and community-held ceremonial space.
A heart-opening raw cacao ritual centered on sweet remembrance, reflection, and honoring the untamable soul. Expect a grounding, introspective evening with guided intention-setting and community-held ceremonial space.
A women’s writing circle moves through the botanical gardens after dusk, drawing inspiration from the nighttime landscape for reflective creative writing, shared prompts, and community connection.
A women’s writing circle moves through the botanical gardens after dusk, drawing inspiration from the nighttime landscape for reflective creative writing, shared prompts, and community connection.
A women’s writing circle moves through the botanical gardens after dusk, drawing inspiration from the nighttime landscape for reflective creative writing, shared prompts, and community connection.
Core Shamanism journey circle using steady drumbeat trance to explore the lower, middle, and upper worlds and connect with spirit guides. Early doors include earth songs and instrument jamming, with space for blankets, eye pillows, journaling, and charging crystals on an altar.
Core Shamanism journey circle using steady drumbeat trance to explore the lower, middle, and upper worlds and connect with spirit guides. Early doors include earth songs and instrument jamming, with space for blankets, eye pillows, journaling, and charging crystals on an altar.
Core Shamanism journey circle using steady drumbeat trance to explore the lower, middle, and upper worlds and connect with spirit guides. Early doors include earth songs and instrument jamming, with space for blankets, eye pillows, journaling, and charging crystals on an altar.
Hands-on gardening workshop on choosing and timing autumn and winter cover crops, plus organic methods to build rich spring soil. Focuses on practical planting strategies that keep beds healthy and attractive through the cold season.
Hands-on gardening workshop on choosing and timing autumn and winter cover crops, plus organic methods to build rich spring soil. Focuses on practical planting strategies that keep beds healthy and attractive through the cold season.
Hands-on gardening workshop on choosing and timing autumn and winter cover crops, plus organic methods to build rich spring soil. Focuses on practical planting strategies that keep beds healthy and attractive through the cold season.
Slow, guided shinrin yoku through native hardwoods, emphasizing mindful breathing, sensory awareness, and gentle walking for restoration, stress relief, and deeper connection to seasonal fall foliage; suitable for beginners.
Slow, guided shinrin yoku through native hardwoods, emphasizing mindful breathing, sensory awareness, and gentle walking for restoration, stress relief, and deeper connection to seasonal fall foliage; suitable for beginners.
Slow, guided shinrin yoku through native hardwoods, emphasizing mindful breathing, sensory awareness, and gentle walking for restoration, stress relief, and deeper connection to seasonal fall foliage; suitable for beginners.
Quiet, guided shinrin-yoku through Blue Ridge spruce and hardwood trails at The North Carolina Arboretum, using slow walking, breathwork, and sensory prompts to reduce stress and deepen nature connection.
Quiet, guided shinrin-yoku through Blue Ridge spruce and hardwood trails at The North Carolina Arboretum, using slow walking, breathwork, and sensory prompts to reduce stress and deepen nature connection.
Quiet, guided shinrin-yoku through Blue Ridge spruce and hardwood trails at The North Carolina Arboretum, using slow walking, breathwork, and sensory prompts to reduce stress and deepen nature connection.
A welcoming monthly circle for integrating psychedelic experiences, sacred plant medicines, and other non-ordinary states of consciousness. Embodied reflection and meaningful connection support personal transformation and lasting change.
A welcoming monthly circle for integrating psychedelic experiences, sacred plant medicines, and other non-ordinary states of consciousness. Embodied reflection and meaningful connection support personal transformation and lasting change.
A welcoming monthly circle for integrating psychedelic experiences, sacred plant medicines, and other non-ordinary states of consciousness. Embodied reflection and meaningful connection support personal transformation and lasting change.
Gentle Tai Chi, MELT bodywork, and forest bathing combine mindful movement, tension release, and nature immersion in a restorative community wellness gathering amid Kanuga’s wooded surroundings.
Gentle Tai Chi, MELT bodywork, and forest bathing combine mindful movement, tension release, and nature immersion in a restorative community wellness gathering amid Kanuga’s wooded surroundings.
Gentle Tai Chi, MELT bodywork, and forest bathing combine mindful movement, tension release, and nature immersion in a restorative community wellness gathering amid Kanuga’s wooded surroundings.
An easy-paced autumn stroll through colorful gardens offers fresh mountain air, mindful moments, and relaxed conversation. Slow down, enjoy fall scenery, and connect with fellow walkers without the demands of a strenuous hike.
An easy-paced autumn stroll through colorful gardens offers fresh mountain air, mindful moments, and relaxed conversation. Slow down, enjoy fall scenery, and connect with fellow walkers without the demands of a strenuous hike.
An easy-paced autumn stroll through colorful gardens offers fresh mountain air, mindful moments, and relaxed conversation. Slow down, enjoy fall scenery, and connect with fellow walkers without the demands of a strenuous hike.
Relaxed literary discussion for outdoor-minded readers explores life’s paradoxes through stories, thoughtful conversation, and shared reflection, creating an accessible space for curiosity, connection, and perspective.
Relaxed literary discussion for outdoor-minded readers explores life’s paradoxes through stories, thoughtful conversation, and shared reflection, creating an accessible space for curiosity, connection, and perspective.
Relaxed literary discussion for outdoor-minded readers explores life’s paradoxes through stories, thoughtful conversation, and shared reflection, creating an accessible space for curiosity, connection, and perspective.
Guided shamatha silent sitting practice with periods of walking meditation, designed for all levels including first timers. A free, in person evening to build calm attention and mindfulness in a supportive community setting.
Guided shamatha silent sitting practice with periods of walking meditation, designed for all levels including first timers. A free, in person evening to build calm attention and mindfulness in a supportive community setting.
Guided shamatha silent sitting practice with periods of walking meditation, designed for all levels including first timers. A free, in person evening to build calm attention and mindfulness in a supportive community setting.
Hands-on volunteer gardening brings neighbors together to care for an edible urban park. Spend an afternoon outdoors supporting community green space and local food-growing efforts.
Hands-on volunteer gardening brings neighbors together to care for an edible urban park. Spend an afternoon outdoors supporting community green space and local food-growing efforts.
Hands-on volunteer gardening brings neighbors together to care for an edible urban park. Spend an afternoon outdoors supporting community green space and local food-growing efforts.
A four-week guided creative practice series focused on staying grounded and humane amid modern stress. Expect reflective exercises and supportive group process in a calm studio environment centered on self awareness and resilience.
A four-week guided creative practice series focused on staying grounded and humane amid modern stress. Expect reflective exercises and supportive group process in a calm studio environment centered on self awareness and resilience.
A four-week guided creative practice series focused on staying grounded and humane amid modern stress. Expect reflective exercises and supportive group process in a calm studio environment centered on self awareness and resilience.
A gentle, facilitated practice in concise personal storytelling and empathetic listening, building communication skills, self-understanding, and connection across differences through shared stories in a welcoming community setting.
A gentle, facilitated practice in concise personal storytelling and empathetic listening, building communication skills, self-understanding, and connection across differences through shared stories in a welcoming community setting.
A gentle, facilitated practice in concise personal storytelling and empathetic listening, building communication skills, self-understanding, and connection across differences through shared stories in a welcoming community setting.
Ceremonial cacao opens a heart-centered night of intention setting, breathwork, and guided shamanic journeying. Expect drum-led visualization, grounding practices, and a restorative group container for inner exploration and emotional release.
Ceremonial cacao opens a heart-centered night of intention setting, breathwork, and guided shamanic journeying. Expect drum-led visualization, grounding practices, and a restorative group container for inner exploration and emotional release.
Ceremonial cacao opens a heart-centered night of intention setting, breathwork, and guided shamanic journeying. Expect drum-led visualization, grounding practices, and a restorative group container for inner exploration and emotional release.
Hands-on poetry writing practice in a calm, intimate studio setting, mixing prompts, gentle critique, and craft discussion. A weekly creative circle geared toward building voice, revision skills, and supportive community.
Hands-on poetry writing practice in a calm, intimate studio setting, mixing prompts, gentle critique, and craft discussion. A weekly creative circle geared toward building voice, revision skills, and supportive community.
Hands-on poetry writing practice in a calm, intimate studio setting, mixing prompts, gentle critique, and craft discussion. A weekly creative circle geared toward building voice, revision skills, and supportive community.