Queer-Led Mushroom Forage
A queer led forest foraging walk at Bent Creek trailhead with playful songs, group chants, and a communal “mushroom dance.” Expect an earthy, joyful outdoor gathering blending nature connection, movement, and lighthearted ritual.
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Queer-led woodland ramble at Bent Creek with mushroom foraging alongside nature songs, rhythmic chants, and a playful mushroom dance. An outdoor, community-centered gathering blending guided exploration with lighthearted movement and ritual.
Queer-led woodland ramble at Bent Creek with mushroom foraging alongside nature songs, rhythmic chants, and a playful mushroom dance. An outdoor, community-centered gathering blending guided exploration with lighthearted movement and ritual.
Queer-led woodland ramble at Bent Creek with mushroom foraging alongside nature songs, rhythmic chants, and a playful mushroom dance. An outdoor, community-centered gathering blending guided exploration with lighthearted movement and ritual.
A guided ecstatic dance wave with warmup and an opening circle before an eclectic DJ journey through shifting time signatures and emotive peaks. Expect a community-focused, freeform movement space for expressive dance and embodied release.
A guided ecstatic dance wave with warmup and an opening circle before an eclectic DJ journey through shifting time signatures and emotive peaks. Expect a community-focused, freeform movement space for expressive dance and embodied release.
A guided ecstatic dance wave with warmup and an opening circle before an eclectic DJ journey through shifting time signatures and emotive peaks. Expect a community-focused, freeform movement space for expressive dance and embodied release.
Two morning ecstatic dance waves blend global rhythms with guided warmups and an opening circle led by longtime movement teacher Marta Martín. A freeform, body-positive dance floor emphasizes somatic release, self-expression, and community connection.
Two morning ecstatic dance waves blend global rhythms with guided warmups and an opening circle led by longtime movement teacher Marta Martín. A freeform, body-positive dance floor emphasizes somatic release, self-expression, and community connection.
Two morning ecstatic dance waves blend global rhythms with guided warmups and an opening circle led by longtime movement teacher Marta Martín. A freeform, body-positive dance floor emphasizes somatic release, self-expression, and community connection.
Two morning ecstatic dance waves blend modern electronic beats with a guided warmup and opening circle to help participants drop out of their heads and into embodied movement. Facilitator Ted Riskin curates an inner-journey dance floor focused on shift and connection.
Two morning ecstatic dance waves blend modern electronic beats with a guided warmup and opening circle to help participants drop out of their heads and into embodied movement. Facilitator Ted Riskin curates an inner-journey dance floor focused on shift and connection.
Two morning ecstatic dance waves blend modern electronic beats with a guided warmup and opening circle to help participants drop out of their heads and into embodied movement. Facilitator Ted Riskin curates an inner-journey dance floor focused on shift and connection.
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.
Hands-on field session focused on identifying wild edible plants and learning safe, ethical harvesting practices. Expect seasonal Appalachian ecology insights, practical tasting or handling tips, and a guided walk-style learning format.
Hands-on field session focused on identifying wild edible plants and learning safe, ethical harvesting practices. Expect seasonal Appalachian ecology insights, practical tasting or handling tips, and a guided walk-style learning format.
Hands-on field session focused on identifying wild edible plants and learning safe, ethical harvesting practices. Expect seasonal Appalachian ecology insights, practical tasting or handling tips, and a guided walk-style learning format.
Gentle guided walks through mixed hardwood and evergreen canopy, emphasizing slow sensory awareness, mindful breathing, and nature-based stress relief suitable for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike.
Gentle guided walks through mixed hardwood and evergreen canopy, emphasizing slow sensory awareness, mindful breathing, and nature-based stress relief suitable for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike.
Gentle guided walks through mixed hardwood and evergreen canopy, emphasizing slow sensory awareness, mindful breathing, and nature-based stress relief suitable for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike.
A slow, sensory forest bathing walk through the North Carolina Arboretum’s landscaped trails, designed for calm attention to sounds, scents, and textures. Expect a restorative nature immersion led by Asheville Wellness Tours.
A slow, sensory forest bathing walk through the North Carolina Arboretum’s landscaped trails, designed for calm attention to sounds, scents, and textures. Expect a restorative nature immersion led by Asheville Wellness Tours.
A slow, sensory forest bathing walk through the North Carolina Arboretum’s landscaped trails, designed for calm attention to sounds, scents, and textures. Expect a restorative nature immersion led by Asheville Wellness Tours.
Ceremonial cacao opens a heart-centered circle exploring eclipse-themed identity shifts, followed by guided intentional movement that turns into intuitive freeform shapes and somatic release. The evening closes with a calming sound bowl meditation in a studio setting.
Ceremonial cacao opens a heart-centered circle exploring eclipse-themed identity shifts, followed by guided intentional movement that turns into intuitive freeform shapes and somatic release. The evening closes with a calming sound bowl meditation in a studio setting.
Ceremonial cacao opens a heart-centered circle exploring eclipse-themed identity shifts, followed by guided intentional movement that turns into intuitive freeform shapes and somatic release. The evening closes with a calming sound bowl meditation in a studio setting.
Sunset yoga and grounding practices on a mountaintop off the Blue Ridge Parkway, framed by expansive ridge views and cooling evening air. A short micro retreat blends flow, breathwork, and energy focused intentions.
Sunset yoga and grounding practices on a mountaintop off the Blue Ridge Parkway, framed by expansive ridge views and cooling evening air. A short micro retreat blends flow, breathwork, and energy focused intentions.
Sunset yoga and grounding practices on a mountaintop off the Blue Ridge Parkway, framed by expansive ridge views and cooling evening air. A short micro retreat blends flow, breathwork, and energy focused intentions.
An intentional yet delightfully unserious three hour playshop centered on inner child joy, wonder, and connection. Guided group games and playful somatic techniques create a relaxed space to reconnect with curiosity and lighthearted community.
An intentional yet delightfully unserious three hour playshop centered on inner child joy, wonder, and connection. Guided group games and playful somatic techniques create a relaxed space to reconnect with curiosity and lighthearted community.
An intentional yet delightfully unserious three hour playshop centered on inner child joy, wonder, and connection. Guided group games and playful somatic techniques create a relaxed space to reconnect with curiosity and lighthearted community.
A barefoot-friendly ecstatic dance wave with warmup and an opening circle before diving into a DJ-style movement journey geared toward emotional release and authentic connection. Held in a school gym style space with intentional, heart-led facilitation.
A barefoot-friendly ecstatic dance wave with warmup and an opening circle before diving into a DJ-style movement journey geared toward emotional release and authentic connection. Held in a school gym style space with intentional, heart-led facilitation.
A barefoot-friendly ecstatic dance wave with warmup and an opening circle before diving into a DJ-style movement journey geared toward emotional release and authentic connection. Held in a school gym style space with intentional, heart-led facilitation.
An evening sacred fire gathering centered on the healing medicine of flames, shared presence, and heartfelt connection. Gather outdoors in Hendersonville for an intentional ritual circle with community warmth and grounding energy.
An evening sacred fire gathering centered on the healing medicine of flames, shared presence, and heartfelt connection. Gather outdoors in Hendersonville for an intentional ritual circle with community warmth and grounding energy.
An evening sacred fire gathering centered on the healing medicine of flames, shared presence, and heartfelt connection. Gather outdoors in Hendersonville for an intentional ritual circle with community warmth and grounding energy.
An open air sound bath in West Asheville Park blends resonant tones and guided stillness into a one hour immersive sound journey. Settle into a restorative rhythm that quiets mental noise and reconnects you to earth grounded calm.
An open air sound bath in West Asheville Park blends resonant tones and guided stillness into a one hour immersive sound journey. Settle into a restorative rhythm that quiets mental noise and reconnects you to earth grounded calm.
An open air sound bath in West Asheville Park blends resonant tones and guided stillness into a one hour immersive sound journey. Settle into a restorative rhythm that quiets mental noise and reconnects you to earth grounded calm.
A participatory drumming circle fills the downtown park with hand drums, shakers, and call-and-response rhythms as dancers and onlookers gather in an open-air community jam. Expect a casual, freeform vibe that welcomes beginners and seasoned percussionists alike.
A participatory drumming circle fills the downtown park with hand drums, shakers, and call-and-response rhythms as dancers and onlookers gather in an open-air community jam. Expect a casual, freeform vibe that welcomes beginners and seasoned percussionists alike.
A participatory drumming circle fills the downtown park with hand drums, shakers, and call-and-response rhythms as dancers and onlookers gather in an open-air community jam. Expect a casual, freeform vibe that welcomes beginners and seasoned percussionists alike.
Sunrise yoga on a Blue Ridge Parkway mountaintop pairs breathwork with grounding movement and panoramic ridgeline views. A short micro retreat format adds guided journaling and quiet reflection in fresh mountain air.
Sunrise yoga on a Blue Ridge Parkway mountaintop pairs breathwork with grounding movement and panoramic ridgeline views. A short micro retreat format adds guided journaling and quiet reflection in fresh mountain air.
Sunrise yoga on a Blue Ridge Parkway mountaintop pairs breathwork with grounding movement and panoramic ridgeline views. A short micro retreat format adds guided journaling and quiet reflection in fresh mountain air.
Candlelit cacao ceremony honoring the autumn equinox, blending heart-opening ritual, guided intention-setting, and quiet reflection. Mars and Venus symbolism shapes the evening’s themes of balance, desire, and grounded connection in an intimate studio setting.
Candlelit cacao ceremony honoring the autumn equinox, blending heart-opening ritual, guided intention-setting, and quiet reflection. Mars and Venus symbolism shapes the evening’s themes of balance, desire, and grounded connection in an intimate studio setting.
Candlelit cacao ceremony honoring the autumn equinox, blending heart-opening ritual, guided intention-setting, and quiet reflection. Mars and Venus symbolism shapes the evening’s themes of balance, desire, and grounded connection in an intimate studio setting.
Late-night sensory immersion blending improvised sound and subtle, meditative atmosphere—tuning attention to what can’t be seen but can be felt. A quiet, intimate setting in Black Mountain invites deep listening, breath-led presence, and restorative calm.
Late-night sensory immersion blending improvised sound and subtle, meditative atmosphere—tuning attention to what can’t be seen but can be felt. A quiet, intimate setting in Black Mountain invites deep listening, breath-led presence, and restorative calm.
Late-night sensory immersion blending improvised sound and subtle, meditative atmosphere—tuning attention to what can’t be seen but can be felt. A quiet, intimate setting in Black Mountain invites deep listening, breath-led presence, and restorative calm.
Outdoor yoga practice atop Bearwallow Mountain with fresh air, wide-open ridgeline views, and grounding movement on the trail. A midday session suited to all levels, blending gentle flow and nature immersion.
Outdoor yoga practice atop Bearwallow Mountain with fresh air, wide-open ridgeline views, and grounding movement on the trail. A midday session suited to all levels, blending gentle flow and nature immersion.
Outdoor yoga practice atop Bearwallow Mountain with fresh air, wide-open ridgeline views, and grounding movement on the trail. A midday session suited to all levels, blending gentle flow and nature immersion.
An intentionally crafted, heart opening song journey that blends melodic vocals with somatic presence and nature connection, inviting participants back to body, Land, roots, and shared belonging. Expect a gentle, intimate gathering with communal reflection and emotional reset.
An intentionally crafted, heart opening song journey that blends melodic vocals with somatic presence and nature connection, inviting participants back to body, Land, roots, and shared belonging. Expect a gentle, intimate gathering with communal reflection and emotional reset.
An intentionally crafted, heart opening song journey that blends melodic vocals with somatic presence and nature connection, inviting participants back to body, Land, roots, and shared belonging. Expect a gentle, intimate gathering with communal reflection and emotional reset.