Queer-Led Mushroom Forage
A queer-led forest foraging walk at Bent Creek with mushroom hunting woven together with nature songs, chant chants, and a playful mushroom dance. Community-forward outdoor ritual vibes with guided exploration in the woods.
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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.

Connection and healing-centered community gathering led by a BIPOC nonprofit focused on psychedelic-positive wellness. Expect mental health conversation, somatic care elements, and creative expression aimed at collective liberation and mutual support.

Connection and healing-centered community gathering led by a BIPOC nonprofit focused on psychedelic-positive wellness. Expect mental health conversation, somatic care elements, and creative expression aimed at collective liberation and mutual support.
Connection and healing-centered community gathering led by a BIPOC nonprofit focused on psychedelic-positive wellness. Expect mental health conversation, somatic care elements, and creative expression aimed at collective liberation and mutual support.

Intensive daylong immersion teaching foundational herbalism: plant identification, sustainable foraging, and hands on apothecary skills like tinctures and salves, tailored for beginners seeking practical folk medicine know-how and community practice.

Intensive daylong immersion teaching foundational herbalism: plant identification, sustainable foraging, and hands on apothecary skills like tinctures and salves, tailored for beginners seeking practical folk medicine know-how and community practice.
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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.

Ceremonial “medicine music” led by Biruany & Txana of the Huni Kuin, blending Indigenous chanting, rattles, and call and response songs. A reverent, heart centered listening space oriented toward healing, intention, and community.

Ceremonial “medicine music” led by Biruany & Txana of the Huni Kuin, blending Indigenous chanting, rattles, and call and response songs. A reverent, heart centered listening space oriented toward healing, intention, and community.
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Slow, sensory forest bathing unfolds along the NC Arboretum’s lush trails and gardens, blending mindful walking with quiet nature immersion. A calming afternoon reset led by Asheville Wellness Tours for stress relief and grounding.
Slow, sensory forest bathing unfolds along the NC Arboretum’s lush trails and gardens, blending mindful walking with quiet nature immersion. A calming afternoon reset led by Asheville Wellness Tours for stress relief and grounding.
Slow, sensory forest bathing unfolds along the NC Arboretum’s lush trails and gardens, blending mindful walking with quiet nature immersion. A calming afternoon reset led by Asheville Wellness Tours for stress relief and grounding.

Slow, guided shinrin-yoku walk along high elevation Blue Ridge trails, offering paced mindful breathing, sensory immersion among old growth pines, grounding barefoot moments, and nature based stress reduction techniques.

Slow, guided shinrin-yoku walk along high elevation Blue Ridge trails, offering paced mindful breathing, sensory immersion among old growth pines, grounding barefoot moments, and nature based stress reduction techniques.
Slow, guided shinrin-yoku walk along high elevation Blue Ridge trails, offering paced mindful breathing, sensory immersion among old growth pines, grounding barefoot moments, and nature based stress reduction techniques.
Boot scootin line dancing paired with a daytime brunch party where queer culture reshapes country dance into an inclusive, high energy social scene. Choreography spans multiple music styles with steps accessible for all skill levels and ages.
Boot scootin line dancing paired with a daytime brunch party where queer culture reshapes country dance into an inclusive, high energy social scene. Choreography spans multiple music styles with steps accessible for all skill levels and ages.
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A farm-focused outing around Asheville with a guided tour of local agricultural spaces and behind the scenes learning. Expect fresh air, hands on curiosity, and a community minded look at regional farming life.

A farm-focused outing around Asheville with a guided tour of local agricultural spaces and behind the scenes learning. Expect fresh air, hands on curiosity, and a community minded look at regional farming life.
A farm-focused outing around Asheville with a guided tour of local agricultural spaces and behind the scenes learning. Expect fresh air, hands on curiosity, and a community minded look at regional farming life.

Playful improv exercises — scene work, ensemble listening, and yes and games — in a supportive queer centered atmosphere led by Misfit improvisers Megan Piscitelle and Stevie Ramirez; free with optional donations.

Playful improv exercises — scene work, ensemble listening, and yes and games — in a supportive queer centered atmosphere led by Misfit improvisers Megan Piscitelle and Stevie Ramirez; free with optional donations.
Playful improv exercises — scene work, ensemble listening, and yes and games — in a supportive queer centered atmosphere led by Misfit improvisers Megan Piscitelle and Stevie Ramirez; free with optional donations.

An intentional Leo-season sun ritual at Beaver Lake blends astrology discussion with personal birth-chart insights and guided intention setting. Grounding and body-based practices support the energetic shift in an outdoor, reflective circle.

An intentional Leo-season sun ritual at Beaver Lake blends astrology discussion with personal birth-chart insights and guided intention setting. Grounding and body-based practices support the energetic shift in an outdoor, reflective circle.
An intentional Leo-season sun ritual at Beaver Lake blends astrology discussion with personal birth-chart insights and guided intention setting. Grounding and body-based practices support the energetic shift in an outdoor, reflective circle.

A guided ecstatic dance wave builds from a warmup into an opening circle, then opens the floor for freeform movement and connection. Guest DJ Bobcat blends layered genres and global rhythms for an emotionally immersive, community-minded dance journey.

A guided ecstatic dance wave builds from a warmup into an opening circle, then opens the floor for freeform movement and connection. Guest DJ Bobcat blends layered genres and global rhythms for an emotionally immersive, community-minded dance journey.
A guided ecstatic dance wave builds from a warmup into an opening circle, then opens the floor for freeform movement and connection. Guest DJ Bobcat blends layered genres and global rhythms for an emotionally immersive, community-minded dance journey.

A brisk morning walk on The North Carolina Arboretum’s wooded trails with gentle elevation and stair sections for a cardio boost. Expect fresh mountain air, leafy scenery, and an easygoing pace focused on movement and balance.

A brisk morning walk on The North Carolina Arboretum’s wooded trails with gentle elevation and stair sections for a cardio boost. Expect fresh mountain air, leafy scenery, and an easygoing pace focused on movement and balance.
A brisk morning walk on The North Carolina Arboretum’s wooded trails with gentle elevation and stair sections for a cardio boost. Expect fresh mountain air, leafy scenery, and an easygoing pace focused on movement and balance.

A social group hike to Catawba Falls with a scenic waterfall destination and shaded forest trail miles. Expect a daytime meetup vibe with a moderate pace, trail conversation, and a shared nature outing.

A social group hike to Catawba Falls with a scenic waterfall destination and shaded forest trail miles. Expect a daytime meetup vibe with a moderate pace, trail conversation, and a shared nature outing.
A social group hike to Catawba Falls with a scenic waterfall destination and shaded forest trail miles. Expect a daytime meetup vibe with a moderate pace, trail conversation, and a shared nature outing.

A community festival centered on love, joy, and playful connection with activities that encourage mingling and shared experiences. Expect an upbeat, inclusive atmosphere geared toward locals and visitors alike.

A community festival centered on love, joy, and playful connection with activities that encourage mingling and shared experiences. Expect an upbeat, inclusive atmosphere geared toward locals and visitors alike.
A community festival centered on love, joy, and playful connection with activities that encourage mingling and shared experiences. Expect an upbeat, inclusive atmosphere geared toward locals and visitors alike.

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Create sun-printed cyanotype art using foraged leaves and flowers, layering botanical silhouettes into deep indigo prints. A hands-on art party with guided instruction and plenty of time to experiment and socialize.
Create sun-printed cyanotype art using foraged leaves and flowers, layering botanical silhouettes into deep indigo prints. A hands-on art party with guided instruction and plenty of time to experiment and socialize.

Moonlit night hike through Linville’s mountain forest culminating in a crackling bonfire for storytelling, stargazing, and chances to hear owls and other nocturnal wildlife during a guided evening walk.

Moonlit night hike through Linville’s mountain forest culminating in a crackling bonfire for storytelling, stargazing, and chances to hear owls and other nocturnal wildlife during a guided evening walk.
Moonlit night hike through Linville’s mountain forest culminating in a crackling bonfire for storytelling, stargazing, and chances to hear owls and other nocturnal wildlife during a guided evening walk.

Mountaintop yoga practice at a Blue Ridge Parkway overlook, blending breathwork and flowing movement with panoramic ridgeline views. A short micro retreat designed for grounding, fresh air, and postures tuned to the morning mountain atmosphere.

Mountaintop yoga practice at a Blue Ridge Parkway overlook, blending breathwork and flowing movement with panoramic ridgeline views. A short micro retreat designed for grounding, fresh air, and postures tuned to the morning mountain atmosphere.
Mountaintop yoga practice at a Blue Ridge Parkway overlook, blending breathwork and flowing movement with panoramic ridgeline views. A short micro retreat designed for grounding, fresh air, and postures tuned to the morning mountain atmosphere.

Pulsing community drum circle with hand drums, shakers, and improvised percussion grooves in a downtown park setting. Drop in to play or listen as rhythms build into a lively, communal late evening hang.

Pulsing community drum circle with hand drums, shakers, and improvised percussion grooves in a downtown park setting. Drop in to play or listen as rhythms build into a lively, communal late evening hang.
Pulsing community drum circle with hand drums, shakers, and improvised percussion grooves in a downtown park setting. Drop in to play or listen as rhythms build into a lively, communal late evening hang.

Sunset yoga and breathwork on a Blue Ridge mountaintop, blending mindful movement with a grounding meditation practice. Retreat style pacing emphasizes nature immersion, nervous system reset, and a calm, expansive post practice glow.

Sunset yoga and breathwork on a Blue Ridge mountaintop, blending mindful movement with a grounding meditation practice. Retreat style pacing emphasizes nature immersion, nervous system reset, and a calm, expansive post practice glow.
Sunset yoga and breathwork on a Blue Ridge mountaintop, blending mindful movement with a grounding meditation practice. Retreat style pacing emphasizes nature immersion, nervous system reset, and a calm, expansive post practice glow.