Bee School
Hands-on instruction covers honey bee colony care, seasonal management, and the practical skills new beekeepers need to confidently navigate their first season in a Western North Carolina apiary.
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Hands-on foraging instruction focused on identifying wild edible plants and learning safe harvesting practices. Expect practical field-based learning that blends local ecology, seasonal food knowledge, and outdoors exploration around Asheville.
Hands-on foraging instruction focused on identifying wild edible plants and learning safe harvesting practices. Expect practical field-based learning that blends local ecology, seasonal food knowledge, and outdoors exploration around Asheville.
Hands-on foraging instruction focused on identifying wild edible plants and learning safe harvesting practices. Expect practical field-based learning that blends local ecology, seasonal food knowledge, and outdoors exploration around Asheville.
Learn the fundamentals of starting a beekeeping practice with Carmen of Feral Farms, covering the ins and outs of hive care and getting started as a beekeeper.
Learn the fundamentals of starting a beekeeping practice with Carmen of Feral Farms, covering the ins and outs of hive care and getting started as a beekeeper.
Learn the fundamentals of starting a beekeeping practice with Carmen of Feral Farms, covering the ins and outs of hive care and getting started as a beekeeper.
Learn hands-on candle making by dipping wicks in 100% pure beeswax. Build practical crafting skills and leave with unique handmade candles ready to give as holiday gifts.
Learn hands-on candle making by dipping wicks in 100% pure beeswax. Build practical crafting skills and leave with unique handmade candles ready to give as holiday gifts.
Learn hands-on candle making by dipping wicks in 100% pure beeswax. Build practical crafting skills and leave with unique handmade candles ready to give as holiday gifts.
A guided community walk focused on foraging basics and identifying wild edible plants in the Asheville area. Expect slow-paced trail time, seasonal observations, and practical tips on safe, ethical harvesting.
A guided community walk focused on foraging basics and identifying wild edible plants in the Asheville area. Expect slow-paced trail time, seasonal observations, and practical tips on safe, ethical harvesting.
A guided community walk focused on foraging basics and identifying wild edible plants in the Asheville area. Expect slow-paced trail time, seasonal observations, and practical tips on safe, ethical harvesting.
A beginner-focused sourdough workshop covering key terminology plus how to feed, maintain, and troubleshoot a starter. Expect practical guidance geared toward home bakers building confidence with fermentation basics.
A beginner-focused sourdough workshop covering key terminology plus how to feed, maintain, and troubleshoot a starter. Expect practical guidance geared toward home bakers building confidence with fermentation basics.
A beginner-focused sourdough workshop covering key terminology plus how to feed, maintain, and troubleshoot a starter. Expect practical guidance geared toward home bakers building confidence with fermentation basics.
Hands-on workshop on creating plant vouchers—pressed botanical specimens paired with clear labels and documentation. Learn practical herbarium-style preparation techniques while making artistic, functional records for study and collection.
Hands-on workshop on creating plant vouchers—pressed botanical specimens paired with clear labels and documentation. Learn practical herbarium-style preparation techniques while making artistic, functional records for study and collection.
Hands-on workshop on creating plant vouchers—pressed botanical specimens paired with clear labels and documentation. Learn practical herbarium-style preparation techniques while making artistic, functional records for study and collection.
Clear instruction and guided meditation ease newcomers into stillness through a gradual progression toward silence. Build confidence and steadiness while exploring longer sits in a supportive, low-pressure setting.
Clear instruction and guided meditation ease newcomers into stillness through a gradual progression toward silence. Build confidence and steadiness while exploring longer sits in a supportive, low-pressure setting.
Clear instruction and guided meditation ease newcomers into stillness through a gradual progression toward silence. Build confidence and steadiness while exploring longer sits in a supportive, low-pressure setting.
Hands-on lesson in safe water bath canning to preserve garden produce, with step-by-step guidance on jars, lids, acidity, processing times, and storage. Practical food preservation skills in a Cooperative Extension classroom setting.
Hands-on lesson in safe water bath canning to preserve garden produce, with step-by-step guidance on jars, lids, acidity, processing times, and storage. Practical food preservation skills in a Cooperative Extension classroom setting.
Hands-on lesson in safe water bath canning to preserve garden produce, with step-by-step guidance on jars, lids, acidity, processing times, and storage. Practical food preservation skills in a Cooperative Extension classroom setting.
A relaxed beginner birdwatching walk explores garden paths and wooded trails in search of Asheville’s most colorful resident birds. Learn to observe local wildlife while enjoying the Arboretum’s landscapes.
A relaxed beginner birdwatching walk explores garden paths and wooded trails in search of Asheville’s most colorful resident birds. Learn to observe local wildlife while enjoying the Arboretum’s landscapes.
A relaxed beginner birdwatching walk explores garden paths and wooded trails in search of Asheville’s most colorful resident birds. Learn to observe local wildlife while enjoying the Arboretum’s landscapes.
Hands-on beginner bonsai workshop led by artist Danny Coffey, covering foundational techniques for shaping and caring for miniature trees. Practical instruction and guided practice inside a local gardening shop setting.
Hands-on beginner bonsai workshop led by artist Danny Coffey, covering foundational techniques for shaping and caring for miniature trees. Practical instruction and guided practice inside a local gardening shop setting.
Hands-on beginner bonsai workshop led by artist Danny Coffey, covering foundational techniques for shaping and caring for miniature trees. Practical instruction and guided practice inside a local gardening shop setting.
Cozy, hands-on candle making centered on solstice traditions and the glow of natural beeswax. Learn the classic hand-dipping technique to build taper candles layer by layer and leave with fragrant, golden-light creations.
Cozy, hands-on candle making centered on solstice traditions and the glow of natural beeswax. Learn the classic hand-dipping technique to build taper candles layer by layer and leave with fragrant, golden-light creations.
Cozy, hands-on candle making centered on solstice traditions and the glow of natural beeswax. Learn the classic hand-dipping technique to build taper candles layer by layer and leave with fragrant, golden-light creations.
Learn practical winter survival strategies for staying safe and warm through seasonal chill, with tips for cold weather preparedness and outdoor safety.
Learn practical winter survival strategies for staying safe and warm through seasonal chill, with tips for cold weather preparedness and outdoor safety.
Learn practical winter survival strategies for staying safe and warm through seasonal chill, with tips for cold weather preparedness and outdoor safety.
Fiddles, mandolin, banjo, and guitar drive an energetic old-time contra dance, with Beth Molaro calling the figures. A free introductory lesson welcomes newcomers before the evening’s community dancing.
Fiddles, mandolin, banjo, and guitar drive an energetic old-time contra dance, with Beth Molaro calling the figures. A free introductory lesson welcomes newcomers before the evening’s community dancing.
Fiddles, mandolin, banjo, and guitar drive an energetic old-time contra dance, with Beth Molaro calling the figures. A free introductory lesson welcomes newcomers before the evening’s community dancing.
Explore soil composition, organic matter, soil sampling, and test interpretation through practical guidance for improving growing conditions. Learn how healthier soil supports stronger crops and productive gardens.
Explore soil composition, organic matter, soil sampling, and test interpretation through practical guidance for improving growing conditions. Learn how healthier soil supports stronger crops and productive gardens.
Explore soil composition, organic matter, soil sampling, and test interpretation through practical guidance for improving growing conditions. Learn how healthier soil supports stronger crops and productive gardens.
Build confidence with sewing machine basics in a hands-on class, then complete a finished project to take home. Bring your own machine or borrow one from the Tool Library.
Build confidence with sewing machine basics in a hands-on class, then complete a finished project to take home. Bring your own machine or borrow one from the Tool Library.
Build confidence with sewing machine basics in a hands-on class, then complete a finished project to take home. Bring your own machine or borrow one from the Tool Library.
Hands-on wreath-making and holiday centerpiece crafting with greenery and seasonal materials for a long-lasting table top display. A beginner-friendly workshop at a local garden center with guided instruction and take-home décor.
Hands-on wreath-making and holiday centerpiece crafting with greenery and seasonal materials for a long-lasting table top display. A beginner-friendly workshop at a local garden center with guided instruction and take-home décor.
Hands-on wreath-making and holiday centerpiece crafting with greenery and seasonal materials for a long-lasting table top display. A beginner-friendly workshop at a local garden center with guided instruction and take-home décor.
Practical gardening class tackles common landscape challenges, including erosion control, shade-loving groundcovers, and steep bank planting. Novice and experienced gardeners can explore solutions shaped by local questions and growing conditions.
Practical gardening class tackles common landscape challenges, including erosion control, shade-loving groundcovers, and steep bank planting. Novice and experienced gardeners can explore solutions shaped by local questions and growing conditions.
Practical gardening class tackles common landscape challenges, including erosion control, shade-loving groundcovers, and steep bank planting. Novice and experienced gardeners can explore solutions shaped by local questions and growing conditions.
Explore zine history and observation as a creative practice, then assemble a handmade nature zine with varied materials. This tactile workshop blends field-inspired noticing, independent publishing, and visual storytelling.
Explore zine history and observation as a creative practice, then assemble a handmade nature zine with varied materials. This tactile workshop blends field-inspired noticing, independent publishing, and visual storytelling.
Explore zine history and observation as a creative practice, then assemble a handmade nature zine with varied materials. This tactile workshop blends field-inspired noticing, independent publishing, and visual storytelling.
Hands-on instruction in arranging beautiful, delicious charcuterie boards with seasonal fall flavors. Learn how to combine and style ingredients for an inviting, shareable spread.
Hands-on instruction in arranging beautiful, delicious charcuterie boards with seasonal fall flavors. Learn how to combine and style ingredients for an inviting, shareable spread.
Hands-on instruction in arranging beautiful, delicious charcuterie boards with seasonal fall flavors. Learn how to combine and style ingredients for an inviting, shareable spread.
Learn how a community land trust can make affordable homeownership accessible in McDowell County, with information on local opportunities and the Community Land Trust of Western North Carolina.
Learn how a community land trust can make affordable homeownership accessible in McDowell County, with information on local opportunities and the Community Land Trust of Western North Carolina.
Learn how a community land trust can make affordable homeownership accessible in McDowell County, with information on local opportunities and the Community Land Trust of Western North Carolina.