Mushroom Tours
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.
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Hands on guided walk identifying seasonal wild edible plants and mushrooms in the Asheville area, with safety focused ID tips and sustainable harvesting ethics. Learn local ecology and what’s actually in season to forage.
Hands on guided walk identifying seasonal wild edible plants and mushrooms in the Asheville area, with safety focused ID tips and sustainable harvesting ethics. Learn local ecology and what’s actually in season to forage.
Hands on guided walk identifying seasonal wild edible plants and mushrooms in the Asheville area, with safety focused ID tips and sustainable harvesting ethics. Learn local ecology and what’s actually in season to forage.
A queer led evening forest wander at Bent Creek with mushroom foraging woven into songs, rhythmic chants, and a playful mushroom dance. Nature based community gathering with a ritual folk vibe on the trail.
A queer led evening forest wander at Bent Creek with mushroom foraging woven into songs, rhythmic chants, and a playful mushroom dance. Nature based community gathering with a ritual folk vibe on the trail.
A queer led evening forest wander at Bent Creek with mushroom foraging woven into songs, rhythmic chants, and a playful mushroom dance. Nature based community gathering with a ritual folk vibe on the trail.
Nighttime moth watching and identification during National Moth Week, guided by naturalist photographer Sharon Mammoser. Learn moth diversity and ecology while observing species up close at a signup only location, with a kid friendly option.
Nighttime moth watching and identification during National Moth Week, guided by naturalist photographer Sharon Mammoser. Learn moth diversity and ecology while observing species up close at a signup only location, with a kid friendly option.
Nighttime moth watching and identification during National Moth Week, guided by naturalist photographer Sharon Mammoser. Learn moth diversity and ecology while observing species up close at a signup only location, with a kid friendly option.
Hands on field study in a high elevation cloud forest focused on mushroom ecology and fungi identification. Expect guided observation, note taking, and practical ID techniques while hiking and exploring damp, mossy microhabitats.
Hands on field study in a high elevation cloud forest focused on mushroom ecology and fungi identification. Expect guided observation, note taking, and practical ID techniques while hiking and exploring damp, mossy microhabitats.
Hands on field study in a high elevation cloud forest focused on mushroom ecology and fungi identification. Expect guided observation, note taking, and practical ID techniques while hiking and exploring damp, mossy microhabitats.
Small-group guided hike through the Arboretum’s woodland trails, exploring botanically diverse forest types. Volunteer naturalists share seasonal insights on wildflowers, tree and plant identification, and local natural history along the route.
Small-group guided hike through the Arboretum’s woodland trails, exploring botanically diverse forest types. Volunteer naturalists share seasonal insights on wildflowers, tree and plant identification, and local natural history along the route.
Small-group guided hike through the Arboretum’s woodland trails, exploring botanically diverse forest types. Volunteer naturalists share seasonal insights on wildflowers, tree and plant identification, and local natural history along the route.
Hands-on shiitake mushroom cultivation workshop using drilled hardwood logs and plug spawn inoculation techniques. Leave with a freshly inoculated log and practical tips for fruiting, watering, and long term log care at home.
Hands-on shiitake mushroom cultivation workshop using drilled hardwood logs and plug spawn inoculation techniques. Leave with a freshly inoculated log and practical tips for fruiting, watering, and long term log care at home.
Hands-on shiitake mushroom cultivation workshop using drilled hardwood logs and plug spawn inoculation techniques. Leave with a freshly inoculated log and practical tips for fruiting, watering, and long term log care at home.
Slow, guided shinrin-yoku walks through the North Carolina Arboretum's Blue Ridge forest, using mindful breathing, sensory awareness, and quiet exercises to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in a tranquil woodland setting.
Slow, guided shinrin-yoku walks through the North Carolina Arboretum's Blue Ridge forest, using mindful breathing, sensory awareness, and quiet exercises to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in a tranquil woodland setting.
Slow, guided shinrin-yoku walks through the North Carolina Arboretum's Blue Ridge forest, using mindful breathing, sensory awareness, and quiet exercises to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in a tranquil woodland setting.
A guided garden walk with a local bee expert explores native pollinators and habitat-friendly planting on a working farm. Friendly alpaca feeding, farm exploring, and light refreshments round out an easygoing afternoon at the estate.
A guided garden walk with a local bee expert explores native pollinators and habitat-friendly planting on a working farm. Friendly alpaca feeding, farm exploring, and light refreshments round out an easygoing afternoon at the estate.
A guided garden walk with a local bee expert explores native pollinators and habitat-friendly planting on a working farm. Friendly alpaca feeding, farm exploring, and light refreshments round out an easygoing afternoon at the estate.
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.
Hands-on apprenticeship blending plant walks with ethical wildcrafting, identification, and seasonal harvesting. Learn to craft small-batch herbal remedies and apothecary products with practical technique, safety, and sourcing guidance.
Hands-on apprenticeship blending plant walks with ethical wildcrafting, identification, and seasonal harvesting. Learn to craft small-batch herbal remedies and apothecary products with practical technique, safety, and sourcing guidance.
Hands-on apprenticeship blending plant walks with ethical wildcrafting, identification, and seasonal harvesting. Learn to craft small-batch herbal remedies and apothecary products with practical technique, safety, and sourcing guidance.
An interactive trail-safety talk with a local park ranger covering the 10 Essentials, emergency decision-making, and how to handle bears, snakes, off leash dogs, and unpredictable people. Practical outdoor preparedness tips for both new hikers and seasoned adventurers in a casual taproom setting.
An interactive trail-safety talk with a local park ranger covering the 10 Essentials, emergency decision-making, and how to handle bears, snakes, off leash dogs, and unpredictable people. Practical outdoor preparedness tips for both new hikers and seasoned adventurers in a casual taproom setting.
An interactive trail-safety talk with a local park ranger covering the 10 Essentials, emergency decision-making, and how to handle bears, snakes, off leash dogs, and unpredictable people. Practical outdoor preparedness tips for both new hikers and seasoned adventurers in a casual taproom setting.
Hands-on stargazing at a dark-sky observatory with telescope views of planets, the moon, constellations, and deep-sky targets like galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters. Expect astronomy fun facts, meteor spotting, and an easygoing community night outdoors.
Hands-on stargazing at a dark-sky observatory with telescope views of planets, the moon, constellations, and deep-sky targets like galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters. Expect astronomy fun facts, meteor spotting, and an easygoing community night outdoors.
Hands-on stargazing at a dark-sky observatory with telescope views of planets, the moon, constellations, and deep-sky targets like galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters. Expect astronomy fun facts, meteor spotting, and an easygoing community night outdoors.
Hands on backyard herbalism workshop exploring seasonal medicinal herbs, foraging basics, and simple preparations like teas and tinctures. Participants learn plant identification, ethical harvesting, and DIY remedies in a casual community garden setting.
Hands on backyard herbalism workshop exploring seasonal medicinal herbs, foraging basics, and simple preparations like teas and tinctures. Participants learn plant identification, ethical harvesting, and DIY remedies in a casual community garden setting.
Hands on backyard herbalism workshop exploring seasonal medicinal herbs, foraging basics, and simple preparations like teas and tinctures. Participants learn plant identification, ethical harvesting, and DIY remedies in a casual community garden setting.
A fall fire to table dinner in a forest farm retreat led by James Beard nominated chef Alek Schober, pairing open flame cooking with a starlit gathering atmosphere. Ideal for food focused travelers seeking an outdoorsy, seasonal tasting experience.
A fall fire to table dinner in a forest farm retreat led by James Beard nominated chef Alek Schober, pairing open flame cooking with a starlit gathering atmosphere. Ideal for food focused travelers seeking an outdoorsy, seasonal tasting experience.
A fall fire to table dinner in a forest farm retreat led by James Beard nominated chef Alek Schober, pairing open flame cooking with a starlit gathering atmosphere. Ideal for food focused travelers seeking an outdoorsy, seasonal tasting experience.
Immersive, aromatic workshop exploring ritual herbalism and plant medicine techniques; participants learn hands on medicine making, ceremonial uses, and seasonal local herb identification in a guided, beginner friendly format emphasizing embodied practice and community ritual.
Immersive, aromatic workshop exploring ritual herbalism and plant medicine techniques; participants learn hands on medicine making, ceremonial uses, and seasonal local herb identification in a guided, beginner friendly format emphasizing embodied practice and community ritual.
Immersive, aromatic workshop exploring ritual herbalism and plant medicine techniques; participants learn hands on medicine making, ceremonial uses, and seasonal local herb identification in a guided, beginner friendly format emphasizing embodied practice and community ritual.
An immersive herbalism foundations session focused on plant identification, basic preparations like teas and tinctures, and safe use guidelines. Expect hands-on learning geared toward building practical home apothecary skills and confidence.
An immersive herbalism foundations session focused on plant identification, basic preparations like teas and tinctures, and safe use guidelines. Expect hands-on learning geared toward building practical home apothecary skills and confidence.
An immersive herbalism foundations session focused on plant identification, basic preparations like teas and tinctures, and safe use guidelines. Expect hands-on learning geared toward building practical home apothecary skills and confidence.
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.
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.
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.
Guided hike to a Pisgah-area waterfall with local leaders navigating trail terrain and sharing natural history along the way. Expect a scenic forest trek with photo stops and a steady, moderate pace.
Guided hike to a Pisgah-area waterfall with local leaders navigating trail terrain and sharing natural history along the way. Expect a scenic forest trek with photo stops and a steady, moderate pace.
Guided hike to a Pisgah-area waterfall with local leaders navigating trail terrain and sharing natural history along the way. Expect a scenic forest trek with photo stops and a steady, moderate pace.
Step behind the scenes of a craft distillery for a guided walkthrough of the production space, then settle in for a structured tasting of house-made spirits. Ideal for curious sippers who want process details, aroma notes, and local flavor.
Step behind the scenes of a craft distillery for a guided walkthrough of the production space, then settle in for a structured tasting of house-made spirits. Ideal for curious sippers who want process details, aroma notes, and local flavor.
Step behind the scenes of a craft distillery for a guided walkthrough of the production space, then settle in for a structured tasting of house-made spirits. Ideal for curious sippers who want process details, aroma notes, and local flavor.
Telescope stargazing under dark skies with guided looks at planets, the moon, constellations, galaxies, nebulae, star clusters, and passing meteors. Astronomy fun facts and hands on learning in an observatory setting.
Telescope stargazing under dark skies with guided looks at planets, the moon, constellations, galaxies, nebulae, star clusters, and passing meteors. Astronomy fun facts and hands on learning in an observatory setting.
Telescope stargazing under dark skies with guided looks at planets, the moon, constellations, galaxies, nebulae, star clusters, and passing meteors. Astronomy fun facts and hands on learning in an observatory setting.