Guided Trail Walk
Explore woodland trails in small groups with trained volunteer guides, learning to identify wildflowers, trees, and plants while discovering seasonal forest types and local natural history.
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Explore woodland trails and diverse forest types with trained volunteer guides. Learn about wildflowers, tree identification, and natural history while hiking through the North Carolina Arboretum’s seasonal landscapes.
Explore woodland trails and diverse forest types with trained volunteer guides. Learn about wildflowers, tree identification, and natural history while hiking through the North Carolina Arboretum’s seasonal landscapes.
Explore woodland trails and diverse forest types with trained volunteer guides. Learn about wildflowers, tree identification, and natural history while hiking through the North Carolina Arboretum’s seasonal 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.
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.
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.
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.
Slow, sensory nature immersion along arboretum trails using shinrin yoku style prompts to unwind and reset. A guided outdoor wellness walk focused on mindful breathing, quiet observation, and stress relief in scenic gardens.
Slow, sensory nature immersion along arboretum trails using shinrin yoku style prompts to unwind and reset. A guided outdoor wellness walk focused on mindful breathing, quiet observation, and stress relief in scenic gardens.
Slow, sensory nature immersion along arboretum trails using shinrin yoku style prompts to unwind and reset. A guided outdoor wellness walk focused on mindful breathing, quiet observation, and stress relief in scenic gardens.
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.
Glowing botanical displays transform the arboretum into a festive evening walk, with colorful lights illuminating gardens and creating a seasonal outing for families and visitors of all ages.
Glowing botanical displays transform the arboretum into a festive evening walk, with colorful lights illuminating gardens and creating a seasonal outing for families and visitors of all ages.
Glowing botanical displays transform the arboretum into a festive evening walk, with colorful lights illuminating gardens and creating a seasonal outing for families and visitors of all ages.
Grounding weekly walks through Asheville-area wild spaces with hands-on foraging for mushrooms and seasonal edible or medicinal plants. Expect close observation of moss, forest critters, and tea brewed from woodland botanicals with safety-focused guidance.
Grounding weekly walks through Asheville-area wild spaces with hands-on foraging for mushrooms and seasonal edible or medicinal plants. Expect close observation of moss, forest critters, and tea brewed from woodland botanicals with safety-focused guidance.
Grounding weekly walks through Asheville-area wild spaces with hands-on foraging for mushrooms and seasonal edible or medicinal plants. Expect close observation of moss, forest critters, and tea brewed from woodland botanicals with safety-focused guidance.
Field-based foraging instruction focused on identifying edible Appalachian plants and fungi, emphasizing safety, ethics, and seasonal harvesting. Expect hands-on ID practice outdoors with practical tips for cooking and home use.
Field-based foraging instruction focused on identifying edible Appalachian plants and fungi, emphasizing safety, ethics, and seasonal harvesting. Expect hands-on ID practice outdoors with practical tips for cooking and home use.
Field-based foraging instruction focused on identifying edible Appalachian plants and fungi, emphasizing safety, ethics, and seasonal harvesting. Expect hands-on ID practice outdoors with practical tips for cooking and home use.
Scan Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary for local birdlife on a guided nature walk with Blue Ridge Audubon Society members. Binoculars are available to borrow, and the excursion proceeds rain or shine.
Scan Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary for local birdlife on a guided nature walk with Blue Ridge Audubon Society members. Binoculars are available to borrow, and the excursion proceeds rain or shine.
Scan Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary for local birdlife on a guided nature walk with Blue Ridge Audubon Society members. Binoculars are available to borrow, and the excursion proceeds rain or shine.
Quiet hours in the Arboretum’s gardens and trails, with leaf blowers and mowers paused so birdsong and wind in the trees take center stage. Ideal for a self-guided, mindful morning walk with half-price parking.
Quiet hours in the Arboretum’s gardens and trails, with leaf blowers and mowers paused so birdsong and wind in the trees take center stage. Ideal for a self-guided, mindful morning walk with half-price parking.
Quiet hours in the Arboretum’s gardens and trails, with leaf blowers and mowers paused so birdsong and wind in the trees take center stage. Ideal for a self-guided, mindful morning walk with half-price parking.
Trace Asheville’s past on a historian-led walking tour, discovering the stories and landmarks that shaped the city. Hear local history and gain context for downtown architecture and neighborhoods.
Trace Asheville’s past on a historian-led walking tour, discovering the stories and landmarks that shaped the city. Hear local history and gain context for downtown architecture and neighborhoods.
Trace Asheville’s past on a historian-led walking tour, discovering the stories and landmarks that shaped the city. Hear local history and gain context for downtown architecture and neighborhoods.
Explore bonsai specimens and miniature landscapes at their autumn peak on an informative garden walk with curator Arthur Joura. Discover how seasonal displays and garden design deepen the art of bonsai.
Explore bonsai specimens and miniature landscapes at their autumn peak on an informative garden walk with curator Arthur Joura. Discover how seasonal displays and garden design deepen the art of bonsai.
Explore bonsai specimens and miniature landscapes at their autumn peak on an informative garden walk with curator Arthur Joura. Discover how seasonal displays and garden design deepen the art of bonsai.
A guided group walk around Lake Junaluska with scenic lakeside views and an easy, social pace. Ideal for visitors and locals looking for fresh air, photo stops, and relaxed community conversation outdoors.
A guided group walk around Lake Junaluska with scenic lakeside views and an easy, social pace. Ideal for visitors and locals looking for fresh air, photo stops, and relaxed community conversation outdoors.
A guided group walk around Lake Junaluska with scenic lakeside views and an easy, social pace. Ideal for visitors and locals looking for fresh air, photo stops, and relaxed community conversation outdoors.
A short guided hike into a mature Appalachian mountainside forest in Weaverville blends forest bathing, quiet presence with trees, and nature-based reflection. Expect periods of silence plus gentle sharing focused on roots, grounding, and reconnecting with Mother Earth.
A short guided hike into a mature Appalachian mountainside forest in Weaverville blends forest bathing, quiet presence with trees, and nature-based reflection. Expect periods of silence plus gentle sharing focused on roots, grounding, and reconnecting with Mother Earth.
A short guided hike into a mature Appalachian mountainside forest in Weaverville blends forest bathing, quiet presence with trees, and nature-based reflection. Expect periods of silence plus gentle sharing focused on roots, grounding, and reconnecting with Mother Earth.
Crisp autumn air and vibrant fall foliage set the scene for a guided wilderness hike through the Blue Ridge mountains, with seasonal colors and scenic trail views.
Crisp autumn air and vibrant fall foliage set the scene for a guided wilderness hike through the Blue Ridge mountains, with seasonal colors and scenic trail views.
Crisp autumn air and vibrant fall foliage set the scene for a guided wilderness hike through the Blue Ridge mountains, with seasonal colors and scenic trail views.
A volunteer educator guides a slow looking experience through museum art, inviting close observation as a restorative practice. Explore how attentive viewing can encourage relaxation, reflection, and connection.
A volunteer educator guides a slow looking experience through museum art, inviting close observation as a restorative practice. Explore how attentive viewing can encourage relaxation, reflection, and connection.
A volunteer educator guides a slow looking experience through museum art, inviting close observation as a restorative practice. Explore how attentive viewing can encourage relaxation, reflection, and connection.
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.
A guided waterfall hike in Pisgah National Forest with a local outdoor guide leading trail navigation and natural history highlights. Expect a moderate paced trek on forest paths with scenic cascades and photo stops.
A guided waterfall hike in Pisgah National Forest with a local outdoor guide leading trail navigation and natural history highlights. Expect a moderate paced trek on forest paths with scenic cascades and photo stops.
A guided waterfall hike in Pisgah National Forest with a local outdoor guide leading trail navigation and natural history highlights. Expect a moderate paced trek on forest paths with scenic cascades and photo stops.
Hands-on pruning demonstration in the PPLG garden at the NC Arboretum, focusing on practical do’s and don’ts to avoid common plant care mistakes. Expect tool and technique guidance for shaping and maintaining healthy garden plants.
Hands-on pruning demonstration in the PPLG garden at the NC Arboretum, focusing on practical do’s and don’ts to avoid common plant care mistakes. Expect tool and technique guidance for shaping and maintaining healthy garden plants.
Hands-on pruning demonstration in the PPLG garden at the NC Arboretum, focusing on practical do’s and don’ts to avoid common plant care mistakes. Expect tool and technique guidance for shaping and maintaining healthy garden plants.