
Land and Lakes Relay
A one-day, 61-mile point-to-point running relay from Warren Wilson College to Lake James with teams of 4 to 6 runners and eleven timed baton exchanges across a scenic mountain and lakeside route.
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Team oriented point to point relay from Warren Wilson to Fonta Flora, finishing with a brewery celebration near Lake James; a growing local race for teams seeking community, scenic routes, and craft beer camaraderie.

Team oriented point to point relay from Warren Wilson to Fonta Flora, finishing with a brewery celebration near Lake James; a growing local race for teams seeking community, scenic routes, and craft beer camaraderie.
Team oriented point to point relay from Warren Wilson to Fonta Flora, finishing with a brewery celebration near Lake James; a growing local race for teams seeking community, scenic routes, and craft beer camaraderie.
A playful Pi Day fun run of exactly 3.14 miles across UNC Asheville's Ramsey Library quad, welcoming runners, walkers, skippers, and trotters; event kicks off at 3:14 PM, organized by the Marvelous Math Club.
A playful Pi Day fun run of exactly 3.14 miles across UNC Asheville's Ramsey Library quad, welcoming runners, walkers, skippers, and trotters; event kicks off at 3:14 PM, organized by the Marvelous Math Club.
A playful Pi Day fun run of exactly 3.14 miles across UNC Asheville's Ramsey Library quad, welcoming runners, walkers, skippers, and trotters; event kicks off at 3:14 PM, organized by the Marvelous Math Club.

Road race through Asheville’s most scenic corridors—downtown streets, historic Montford, the River Arts District, riverside paths along the French Broad, and leafy city parks; 26.2- and 13.1-mile courses welcome competitive and recreational runners.

Road race through Asheville’s most scenic corridors—downtown streets, historic Montford, the River Arts District, riverside paths along the French Broad, and leafy city parks; 26.2- and 13.1-mile courses welcome competitive and recreational runners.
Road race through Asheville’s most scenic corridors—downtown streets, historic Montford, the River Arts District, riverside paths along the French Broad, and leafy city parks; 26.2- and 13.1-mile courses welcome competitive and recreational runners.

Competitive ten-mile road race through Asheville that welcomes runners of all levels, combining timed racing with vibrant community energy, post-race camaraderie, and scenic city routes.

Competitive ten-mile road race through Asheville that welcomes runners of all levels, combining timed racing with vibrant community energy, post-race camaraderie, and scenic city routes.
Competitive ten-mile road race through Asheville that welcomes runners of all levels, combining timed racing with vibrant community energy, post-race camaraderie, and scenic city routes.

On site tent camping at Tryon International Equestrian Center for NICA mountain bike race participants, providing a convenient race-weekend basecamp within walking distance of course start/finish and team staging areas.

On site tent camping at Tryon International Equestrian Center for NICA mountain bike race participants, providing a convenient race-weekend basecamp within walking distance of course start/finish and team staging areas.
On site tent camping at Tryon International Equestrian Center for NICA mountain bike race participants, providing a convenient race-weekend basecamp within walking distance of course start/finish and team staging areas.

High elevation gravel endurance race through Pisgah National Forest, a 100 mile course of rugged gravel roads, steep climbs, and forested descents that tests stamina and bike handling across mixed terrain.

High elevation gravel endurance race through Pisgah National Forest, a 100 mile course of rugged gravel roads, steep climbs, and forested descents that tests stamina and bike handling across mixed terrain.
High elevation gravel endurance race through Pisgah National Forest, a 100 mile course of rugged gravel roads, steep climbs, and forested descents that tests stamina and bike handling across mixed terrain.

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.

Off road endurance mountain bike adventure through Pisgah National Forest's steep singletrack, technical climbs, and forested descents; navigation checkpoints and race strategy challenge experienced riders in a timed competition.

Off road endurance mountain bike adventure through Pisgah National Forest's steep singletrack, technical climbs, and forested descents; navigation checkpoints and race strategy challenge experienced riders in a timed competition.
Off road endurance mountain bike adventure through Pisgah National Forest's steep singletrack, technical climbs, and forested descents; navigation checkpoints and race strategy challenge experienced riders in a timed competition.

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.

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.
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.

Plant live stakes and native woody cuttings to restore riparian buffers along over half a mile of Ayles Creek at SAHC's Bowditch Bottoms Preserve; hands on conservation with NCWF and local volunteers.

Plant live stakes and native woody cuttings to restore riparian buffers along over half a mile of Ayles Creek at SAHC's Bowditch Bottoms Preserve; hands on conservation with NCWF and local volunteers.
Plant live stakes and native woody cuttings to restore riparian buffers along over half a mile of Ayles Creek at SAHC's Bowditch Bottoms Preserve; hands on conservation with NCWF and local volunteers.

Team relays and a chip-timed 5K loop the New Belgium Brewing grounds, combining competitive running with a festive brewery atmosphere. Finishers enjoy post-race beer, music, and onsite food trucks.

Team relays and a chip-timed 5K loop the New Belgium Brewing grounds, combining competitive running with a festive brewery atmosphere. Finishers enjoy post-race beer, music, and onsite food trucks.
Team relays and a chip-timed 5K loop the New Belgium Brewing grounds, combining competitive running with a festive brewery atmosphere. Finishers enjoy post-race beer, music, and onsite food trucks.

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.

Scenic loop around Lake Powhatan via South Ridge Road through mixed hardwood forest and lakeshore; expect uneven singletrack and forested views. Meets at Hard Times Trailhead (Wesley Branch Rd) Sunday morning for community hike.

Scenic loop around Lake Powhatan via South Ridge Road through mixed hardwood forest and lakeshore; expect uneven singletrack and forested views. Meets at Hard Times Trailhead (Wesley Branch Rd) Sunday morning for community hike.
Scenic loop around Lake Powhatan via South Ridge Road through mixed hardwood forest and lakeshore; expect uneven singletrack and forested views. Meets at Hard Times Trailhead (Wesley Branch Rd) Sunday morning for community hike.

Leisurely guided shoreline stroll with interpretive remarks on local history and wetland ecology, ideal for families and newcomers seeking scenic sunset views and easy terrain.

Leisurely guided shoreline stroll with interpretive remarks on local history and wetland ecology, ideal for families and newcomers seeking scenic sunset views and easy terrain.
Leisurely guided shoreline stroll with interpretive remarks on local history and wetland ecology, ideal for families and newcomers seeking scenic sunset views and easy terrain.

Gentle Vortex yoga on a Blue Ridge Parkway mountaintop, combining breath-centered sequences and mindful pauses with panoramic mountain views; a short morning micro-retreat designed for small-group reflection and restorative movement.

Gentle Vortex yoga on a Blue Ridge Parkway mountaintop, combining breath-centered sequences and mindful pauses with panoramic mountain views; a short morning micro-retreat designed for small-group reflection and restorative movement.
Gentle Vortex yoga on a Blue Ridge Parkway mountaintop, combining breath-centered sequences and mindful pauses with panoramic mountain views; a short morning micro-retreat designed for small-group reflection and restorative movement.

Reflective Presbyterian worship featuring congregational hymns, communal prayers, a pastor’s sermon, and post-service fellowship at Warren Wilson Presbyterian Church; a weekly Sunday gathering welcome to all ages and families.

Reflective Presbyterian worship featuring congregational hymns, communal prayers, a pastor’s sermon, and post-service fellowship at Warren Wilson Presbyterian Church; a weekly Sunday gathering welcome to all ages and families.
Reflective Presbyterian worship featuring congregational hymns, communal prayers, a pastor’s sermon, and post-service fellowship at Warren Wilson Presbyterian Church; a weekly Sunday gathering welcome to all ages and families.

Practical 16 hour Wilderness and Remote First Aid training combining classroom lecture and hands on practice for managing injuries in delayed-help outdoor scenarios. Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED can be added Saturday evening; optional overnight lodging available.

Practical 16 hour Wilderness and Remote First Aid training combining classroom lecture and hands on practice for managing injuries in delayed-help outdoor scenarios. Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED can be added Saturday evening; optional overnight lodging available.
Practical 16 hour Wilderness and Remote First Aid training combining classroom lecture and hands on practice for managing injuries in delayed-help outdoor scenarios. Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED can be added Saturday evening; optional overnight lodging available.

Seasonal summer arts festival at the Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center showcasing local artisans, handmade crafts, and family friendly outdoor activities that create a lively community gathering.

Seasonal summer arts festival at the Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center showcasing local artisans, handmade crafts, and family friendly outdoor activities that create a lively community gathering.
Seasonal summer arts festival at the Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center showcasing local artisans, handmade crafts, and family friendly outdoor activities that create a lively community gathering.

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.

Guided shinrin-yoku walks through Blue Ridge forest at The North Carolina Arboretum, using slow-paced sensory practices—breathwork, mindful listening, and gentle movement—to reduce stress and deepen connection with seasonal mountain ecology.

Guided shinrin-yoku walks through Blue Ridge forest at The North Carolina Arboretum, using slow-paced sensory practices—breathwork, mindful listening, and gentle movement—to reduce stress and deepen connection with seasonal mountain ecology.
Guided shinrin-yoku walks through Blue Ridge forest at The North Carolina Arboretum, using slow-paced sensory practices—breathwork, mindful listening, and gentle movement—to reduce stress and deepen connection with seasonal mountain ecology.