
Appalachian Trail Slackpacking Trip
Guided slackpacking on the Appalachian Trail, day-hike format with support so participants carry light daypacks while guides manage gear, focusing on ridgeline views and hardwood forest trails.
Similar Events

Guided trek through Pisgah National Forest to a cascading waterfall, with trail navigation, local natural history, and photo stops along the way. Expect a moderate hike paced for a small group with time to soak in the scenery.

Guided trek through Pisgah National Forest to a cascading waterfall, with trail navigation, local natural history, and photo stops along the way. Expect a moderate hike paced for a small group with time to soak in the scenery.
Guided trek through Pisgah National Forest to a cascading waterfall, with trail navigation, local natural history, and photo stops along the way. Expect a moderate hike paced for a small group with time to soak in the scenery.

Hands on wilderness first aid training focused on backcountry injury response, patient assessment, splinting, wound care, and improvised transports during realistic field scenarios led by experienced outdoor instructors.

Hands on wilderness first aid training focused on backcountry injury response, patient assessment, splinting, wound care, and improvised transports during realistic field scenarios led by experienced outdoor instructors.
Hands on wilderness first aid training focused on backcountry injury response, patient assessment, splinting, wound care, and improvised transports during realistic field scenarios led by experienced outdoor instructors.
A guided Bearwallow Mountain hike culminating in a mountaintop yoga flow with sweeping Blue Ridge Mountain views. Expect a slow, grounding pace focused on unplugging, breath, and nature-based self care.
A guided Bearwallow Mountain hike culminating in a mountaintop yoga flow with sweeping Blue Ridge Mountain views. Expect a slow, grounding pace focused on unplugging, breath, and nature-based self care.
A guided Bearwallow Mountain hike culminating in a mountaintop yoga flow with sweeping Blue Ridge Mountain views. Expect a slow, grounding pace focused on unplugging, breath, and nature-based self care.

Gentle guided walks through mixed hardwood and evergreen canopy, emphasizing slow sensory awareness, mindful breathing, and nature-based stress relief suitable for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike.

Gentle guided walks through mixed hardwood and evergreen canopy, emphasizing slow sensory awareness, mindful breathing, and nature-based stress relief suitable for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike.
Gentle guided walks through mixed hardwood and evergreen canopy, emphasizing slow sensory awareness, mindful breathing, and nature-based stress relief suitable for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike.

A guided twilight hike on Grandfather Mountain with shifting sunset-to-starlight views along scenic overlooks and forest trails. Expect interpretive nature talk, cooler evening temps, and a moderate-paced group walk.

A guided twilight hike on Grandfather Mountain with shifting sunset-to-starlight views along scenic overlooks and forest trails. Expect interpretive nature talk, cooler evening temps, and a moderate-paced group walk.
A guided twilight hike on Grandfather Mountain with shifting sunset-to-starlight views along scenic overlooks and forest trails. Expect interpretive nature talk, cooler evening temps, and a moderate-paced group walk.

Golden hour trek to Fryingpan Tower for sweeping mountain sunset views, then a nighttime hike back under the stars. Headlamp required; bring water, sturdy hiking shoes, layers for shifting temperatures, and snacks.

Golden hour trek to Fryingpan Tower for sweeping mountain sunset views, then a nighttime hike back under the stars. Headlamp required; bring water, sturdy hiking shoes, layers for shifting temperatures, and snacks.
Golden hour trek to Fryingpan Tower for sweeping mountain sunset views, then a nighttime hike back under the stars. Headlamp required; bring water, sturdy hiking shoes, layers for shifting temperatures, and snacks.
A slow, sensory forest bathing experience unfolds on the Arboretum’s lush trails, blending mindful walking with quiet reflection and deep nature connection. Expect a calm, restorative afternoon outdoors guided by Asheville Wellness Tours.
A slow, sensory forest bathing experience unfolds on the Arboretum’s lush trails, blending mindful walking with quiet reflection and deep nature connection. Expect a calm, restorative afternoon outdoors guided by Asheville Wellness Tours.
A slow, sensory forest bathing experience unfolds on the Arboretum’s lush trails, blending mindful walking with quiet reflection and deep nature connection. Expect a calm, restorative afternoon outdoors guided by Asheville Wellness Tours.

A social group hike to Catawba Falls with a steady, moderate trail pace and classic waterfall views. Expect a supportive, outdoorsy meetup geared toward meeting new people while exploring a popular Blue Ridge trail.

A social group hike to Catawba Falls with a steady, moderate trail pace and classic waterfall views. Expect a supportive, outdoorsy meetup geared toward meeting new people while exploring a popular Blue Ridge trail.
A social group hike to Catawba Falls with a steady, moderate trail pace and classic waterfall views. Expect a supportive, outdoorsy meetup geared toward meeting new people while exploring a popular Blue Ridge trail.

A guided evening walk focused on identifying wild mushrooms along forest trails near Rice Pinnacle. Expect hands-on tips for safe foraging, habitat spotting, and seasonal fungi identification in a small-group hike.

A guided evening walk focused on identifying wild mushrooms along forest trails near Rice Pinnacle. Expect hands-on tips for safe foraging, habitat spotting, and seasonal fungi identification in a small-group hike.
A guided evening walk focused on identifying wild mushrooms along forest trails near Rice Pinnacle. Expect hands-on tips for safe foraging, habitat spotting, and seasonal fungi identification in a small-group hike.

Slow, sensory forest bathing on Grandfather Mountain with guided mindfulness prompts, quiet observation, and gentle walking through cool evergreen trails. Expect grounding breathing, nature connection, and stress relief in a scenic high-elevation setting.

Slow, sensory forest bathing on Grandfather Mountain with guided mindfulness prompts, quiet observation, and gentle walking through cool evergreen trails. Expect grounding breathing, nature connection, and stress relief in a scenic high-elevation setting.
Slow, sensory forest bathing on Grandfather Mountain with guided mindfulness prompts, quiet observation, and gentle walking through cool evergreen trails. Expect grounding breathing, nature connection, and stress relief in a scenic high-elevation setting.

Volunteer-led woodland walk through the Arboretum’s botanically diverse forest, moving across varied trail habitats. Seasonal naturalist talk covers wildflowers, tree and plant identification, and local natural history in a small group.

Volunteer-led woodland walk through the Arboretum’s botanically diverse forest, moving across varied trail habitats. Seasonal naturalist talk covers wildflowers, tree and plant identification, and local natural history in a small group.
Volunteer-led woodland walk through the Arboretum’s botanically diverse forest, moving across varied trail habitats. Seasonal naturalist talk covers wildflowers, tree and plant identification, and local natural history in a small group.

Hands-on field session focused on identifying wild edible plants and learning safe, ethical harvesting practices. Expect seasonal Appalachian ecology insights, practical tasting or handling tips, and a guided walk-style learning format.

Hands-on field session focused on identifying wild edible plants and learning safe, ethical harvesting practices. Expect seasonal Appalachian ecology insights, practical tasting or handling tips, and a guided walk-style learning format.
Hands-on field session focused on identifying wild edible plants and learning safe, ethical harvesting practices. Expect seasonal Appalachian ecology insights, practical tasting or handling tips, and a guided walk-style learning format.

A guided evening walk to Lake Junaluska centered on scenic shoreline views and relaxed conversation. Meets at the Asheville Visitor Center for a community-paced outing suitable for casual walkers.

A guided evening walk to Lake Junaluska centered on scenic shoreline views and relaxed conversation. Meets at the Asheville Visitor Center for a community-paced outing suitable for casual walkers.
A guided evening walk to Lake Junaluska centered on scenic shoreline views and relaxed conversation. Meets at the Asheville Visitor Center for a community-paced outing suitable for casual walkers.

Sunrise yoga on a Blue Ridge Parkway mountaintop pairs breathwork with grounding movement and panoramic ridgeline views. A short micro retreat format adds guided journaling and quiet reflection in fresh mountain air.

Sunrise yoga on a Blue Ridge Parkway mountaintop pairs breathwork with grounding movement and panoramic ridgeline views. A short micro retreat format adds guided journaling and quiet reflection in fresh mountain air.
Sunrise yoga on a Blue Ridge Parkway mountaintop pairs breathwork with grounding movement and panoramic ridgeline views. A short micro retreat format adds guided journaling and quiet reflection in fresh mountain air.

High adrenaline summer day camps focused on zipline runs, aerial ropes challenges, and climbing skills at The Adventure Center of Asheville, where youth build confidence, outdoor skills, and teamwork through guided adventure activities.

High adrenaline summer day camps focused on zipline runs, aerial ropes challenges, and climbing skills at The Adventure Center of Asheville, where youth build confidence, outdoor skills, and teamwork through guided adventure activities.
High adrenaline summer day camps focused on zipline runs, aerial ropes challenges, and climbing skills at The Adventure Center of Asheville, where youth build confidence, outdoor skills, and teamwork through guided adventure activities.

Crisp autumn ramble through Linville's wooded ridgelines, pausing at scenic overlooks to admire vibrant fall foliage and sweeping mountain views, a beginner friendly guided hike ideal for photographers and families.

Crisp autumn ramble through Linville's wooded ridgelines, pausing at scenic overlooks to admire vibrant fall foliage and sweeping mountain views, a beginner friendly guided hike ideal for photographers and families.
Crisp autumn ramble through Linville's wooded ridgelines, pausing at scenic overlooks to admire vibrant fall foliage and sweeping mountain views, a beginner friendly guided hike ideal for photographers and families.

Guided foraging walk focused on identifying edible plants and fungi in the Asheville area, with hands on tips for safe harvesting and seasonal highlights. Expect a slow paced nature stroll with plenty of questions and plant ID practice.

Guided foraging walk focused on identifying edible plants and fungi in the Asheville area, with hands on tips for safe harvesting and seasonal highlights. Expect a slow paced nature stroll with plenty of questions and plant ID practice.
Guided foraging walk focused on identifying edible plants and fungi in the Asheville area, with hands on tips for safe harvesting and seasonal highlights. Expect a slow paced nature stroll with plenty of questions and plant ID practice.

A half-day micro retreat blending gentle yoga with a refreshing waterfall hike in the forests around Zirconia. Expect slow, grounding movement, nature immersion, and a rejuvenating outdoor reset.

A half-day micro retreat blending gentle yoga with a refreshing waterfall hike in the forests around Zirconia. Expect slow, grounding movement, nature immersion, and a rejuvenating outdoor reset.
A half-day micro retreat blending gentle yoga with a refreshing waterfall hike in the forests around Zirconia. Expect slow, grounding movement, nature immersion, and a rejuvenating outdoor reset.

After-dark treetop adventure with guided climbing and zipline-style aerial obstacles under the summer night sky. A late-night outdoor thrill geared toward adventurous groups looking for a unique evening activity.

After-dark treetop adventure with guided climbing and zipline-style aerial obstacles under the summer night sky. A late-night outdoor thrill geared toward adventurous groups looking for a unique evening activity.
After-dark treetop adventure with guided climbing and zipline-style aerial obstacles under the summer night sky. A late-night outdoor thrill geared toward adventurous groups looking for a unique evening activity.