
Southern Blue Ridge Fire Fair
Fire ecology talks and Q&A centered on the Southern Blue Ridge Mountains, led by The Nature Conservancy stewardship manager Adam Warwick. Meet local natural resource professionals afterward for career and job opportunity networking.
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Biologists break down a recent acoustic bat study conducted on Arboretum property, with a hands-on mist netting demonstration to illustrate field methods. Expect wildlife research insights, nocturnal species ID talk, and conservation context in a garden setting.

Biologists break down a recent acoustic bat study conducted on Arboretum property, with a hands-on mist netting demonstration to illustrate field methods. Expect wildlife research insights, nocturnal species ID talk, and conservation context in a garden setting.
Biologists break down a recent acoustic bat study conducted on Arboretum property, with a hands-on mist netting demonstration to illustrate field methods. Expect wildlife research insights, nocturnal species ID talk, and conservation context in a garden setting.

A fall festival on a college farm with a working lands showcase, community education, and seasonal outdoor activities. Expect local vendors and hands-on learning centered on regional agriculture, land stewardship, and rural livelihoods.

A fall festival on a college farm with a working lands showcase, community education, and seasonal outdoor activities. Expect local vendors and hands-on learning centered on regional agriculture, land stewardship, and rural livelihoods.
A fall festival on a college farm with a working lands showcase, community education, and seasonal outdoor activities. Expect local vendors and hands-on learning centered on regional agriculture, land stewardship, and rural livelihoods.

Meaningful conversation and guided reflection around the two year storm anniversary, with space to process grief, trauma, and stress in a supportive community setting. A 6 PM listening circle invites sharing what keeps you moving forward plus practical resilience tools.

Meaningful conversation and guided reflection around the two year storm anniversary, with space to process grief, trauma, and stress in a supportive community setting. A 6 PM listening circle invites sharing what keeps you moving forward plus practical resilience tools.
Meaningful conversation and guided reflection around the two year storm anniversary, with space to process grief, trauma, and stress in a supportive community setting. A 6 PM listening circle invites sharing what keeps you moving forward plus practical resilience tools.
Local leaders and mapping professionals unpack floodplain changes, FEMA map updates, and what they mean for property risk and rebuilding decisions. A community-focused discussion aimed at recovery planning and long-term climate resilience.
Local leaders and mapping professionals unpack floodplain changes, FEMA map updates, and what they mean for property risk and rebuilding decisions. A community-focused discussion aimed at recovery planning and long-term climate resilience.
Local leaders and mapping professionals unpack floodplain changes, FEMA map updates, and what they mean for property risk and rebuilding decisions. A community-focused discussion aimed at recovery planning and long-term climate resilience.

Hands-on soil science learning focused on how soil functions and practical ways to build healthier, more productive garden beds and crop ground. Ideal for gardeners and growers interested in sustainable soil health at the arboretum.

Hands-on soil science learning focused on how soil functions and practical ways to build healthier, more productive garden beds and crop ground. Ideal for gardeners and growers interested in sustainable soil health at the arboretum.
Hands-on soil science learning focused on how soil functions and practical ways to build healthier, more productive garden beds and crop ground. Ideal for gardeners and growers interested in sustainable soil health at the arboretum.

Autumn festival vibes with food trucks, hands on seasonal activities, and live music alongside guided tours of the college’s working lands. Open houses with land and craft crews add a behind the scenes look at campus farming and craft programs.

Autumn festival vibes with food trucks, hands on seasonal activities, and live music alongside guided tours of the college’s working lands. Open houses with land and craft crews add a behind the scenes look at campus farming and craft programs.
Autumn festival vibes with food trucks, hands on seasonal activities, and live music alongside guided tours of the college’s working lands. Open houses with land and craft crews add a behind the scenes look at campus farming and craft programs.
An annual community meeting focused on permanently affordable housing and land trust strategies in Old Fort and across Western North Carolina. Hear updates, connect with local partners, and learn practical ways to support long term housing stability.
An annual community meeting focused on permanently affordable housing and land trust strategies in Old Fort and across Western North Carolina. Hear updates, connect with local partners, and learn practical ways to support long term housing stability.
An annual community meeting focused on permanently affordable housing and land trust strategies in Old Fort and across Western North Carolina. Hear updates, connect with local partners, and learn practical ways to support long term housing stability.
Hands-on mushroom identification focused on Blue Ridge Mountains fungi during autumn leaf season. Certified wild foragers teach key field marks, lookalikes, and safe spotting techniques in a gardening shop setting.
Hands-on mushroom identification focused on Blue Ridge Mountains fungi during autumn leaf season. Certified wild foragers teach key field marks, lookalikes, and safe spotting techniques in a gardening shop setting.
Hands-on mushroom identification focused on Blue Ridge Mountains fungi during autumn leaf season. Certified wild foragers teach key field marks, lookalikes, and safe spotting techniques in a gardening shop setting.

Dusk guided sensory immersion through Blue Ridge oak and hemlock, combining slow mindful walking, breathwork, and nature attunement prompts to reduce stress and deepen somatic connection to the forest.

Dusk guided sensory immersion through Blue Ridge oak and hemlock, combining slow mindful walking, breathwork, and nature attunement prompts to reduce stress and deepen somatic connection to the forest.
Dusk guided sensory immersion through Blue Ridge oak and hemlock, combining slow mindful walking, breathwork, and nature attunement prompts to reduce stress and deepen somatic connection to the forest.

An evening talk with canopy researcher Dr. Margaret Lowman (CanopyMeg) exploring forest treetops, biodiversity, and the science of studying life high above the ground. Expect conservation themes, field stories, and Q and A discussion.

An evening talk with canopy researcher Dr. Margaret Lowman (CanopyMeg) exploring forest treetops, biodiversity, and the science of studying life high above the ground. Expect conservation themes, field stories, and Q and A discussion.
An evening talk with canopy researcher Dr. Margaret Lowman (CanopyMeg) exploring forest treetops, biodiversity, and the science of studying life high above the ground. Expect conservation themes, field stories, and Q and A discussion.
Midday lunch-and-learn conversation on how the arts strengthen community life, led by artist Dale McEntire and Marianne Carruth of the Tryon Art Center. Expect an informal discussion focused on arts advocacy, local impact, and connection-building.
Midday lunch-and-learn conversation on how the arts strengthen community life, led by artist Dale McEntire and Marianne Carruth of the Tryon Art Center. Expect an informal discussion focused on arts advocacy, local impact, and connection-building.
Midday lunch-and-learn conversation on how the arts strengthen community life, led by artist Dale McEntire and Marianne Carruth of the Tryon Art Center. Expect an informal discussion focused on arts advocacy, local impact, and connection-building.

Hands-on seed and plant swapping with local growers, plus story-sharing and practical tips for home gardens. A free, come-as-you-are gathering centered on regional seed saving, resilience, and neighbor-to-neighbor connections.

Hands-on seed and plant swapping with local growers, plus story-sharing and practical tips for home gardens. A free, come-as-you-are gathering centered on regional seed saving, resilience, and neighbor-to-neighbor connections.
Hands-on seed and plant swapping with local growers, plus story-sharing and practical tips for home gardens. A free, come-as-you-are gathering centered on regional seed saving, resilience, and neighbor-to-neighbor connections.

A reflective small-group circle centered on shared values and resilience during uncertain times, blending gentle prompts with mindful conversation. Expect a calm, intimate setting designed for connection, listening, and personal insight.

A reflective small-group circle centered on shared values and resilience during uncertain times, blending gentle prompts with mindful conversation. Expect a calm, intimate setting designed for connection, listening, and personal insight.
A reflective small-group circle centered on shared values and resilience during uncertain times, blending gentle prompts with mindful conversation. Expect a calm, intimate setting designed for connection, listening, and personal insight.
Hands-on seed-saving practice focused on perennial flowers, with step-by-step guidance on harvesting, cleaning, and storing seeds for next season’s garden. Expect practical take-home techniques for building a resilient, self-sustaining flower bed.
Hands-on seed-saving practice focused on perennial flowers, with step-by-step guidance on harvesting, cleaning, and storing seeds for next season’s garden. Expect practical take-home techniques for building a resilient, self-sustaining flower bed.
Hands-on seed-saving practice focused on perennial flowers, with step-by-step guidance on harvesting, cleaning, and storing seeds for next season’s garden. Expect practical take-home techniques for building a resilient, self-sustaining flower bed.

Hands-on mycology walk through garden trails focused on identifying common Southern Appalachian mushroom groups and their key field marks. Expect seasonal fungi spotting, safety-minded ID tips, and naturalist-style discussion in an outdoor setting.

Hands-on mycology walk through garden trails focused on identifying common Southern Appalachian mushroom groups and their key field marks. Expect seasonal fungi spotting, safety-minded ID tips, and naturalist-style discussion in an outdoor setting.
Hands-on mycology walk through garden trails focused on identifying common Southern Appalachian mushroom groups and their key field marks. Expect seasonal fungi spotting, safety-minded ID tips, and naturalist-style discussion in an outdoor setting.
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.

Craft beer and casual conversation spotlight the hidden work of North Carolina water professionals, underscoring how clean, reliable water powers every pint. Includes one drink token and one food token, with ReWild AVL on site for habitat restoration and wildlife protection info.

Craft beer and casual conversation spotlight the hidden work of North Carolina water professionals, underscoring how clean, reliable water powers every pint. Includes one drink token and one food token, with ReWild AVL on site for habitat restoration and wildlife protection info.
Craft beer and casual conversation spotlight the hidden work of North Carolina water professionals, underscoring how clean, reliable water powers every pint. Includes one drink token and one food token, with ReWild AVL on site for habitat restoration and wildlife protection info.

Hands-on emergency preparedness workshop with Red Cross style guidance and AARP resources, covering practical steps like building supply kits, making family communication plans, and staying informed during local disasters.

Hands-on emergency preparedness workshop with Red Cross style guidance and AARP resources, covering practical steps like building supply kits, making family communication plans, and staying informed during local disasters.
Hands-on emergency preparedness workshop with Red Cross style guidance and AARP resources, covering practical steps like building supply kits, making family communication plans, and staying informed during local disasters.

Night-sky viewing on a working farm in Fairview with telescope time and guidance on autumn constellations. A relaxed, community hang under open skies ideal for first-time stargazers and curious nature lovers.

Night-sky viewing on a working farm in Fairview with telescope time and guidance on autumn constellations. A relaxed, community hang under open skies ideal for first-time stargazers and curious nature lovers.
Night-sky viewing on a working farm in Fairview with telescope time and guidance on autumn constellations. A relaxed, community hang under open skies ideal for first-time stargazers and curious nature lovers.
Hands-on seed saving practice with perennial flowers, from harvesting and cleaning to drying and storing for next season’s garden. Expect practical take-home methods geared toward backyard growers and pollinator friendly plantings.
Hands-on seed saving practice with perennial flowers, from harvesting and cleaning to drying and storing for next season’s garden. Expect practical take-home methods geared toward backyard growers and pollinator friendly plantings.
Hands-on seed saving practice with perennial flowers, from harvesting and cleaning to drying and storing for next season’s garden. Expect practical take-home methods geared toward backyard growers and pollinator friendly plantings.