
Wild Food Community Walks
Guided community walk focused on identifying wild edible plants and seasonal foraging basics. Expect hands on learning about local ecology, safe harvesting practices, and practical nature skills on an outdoor Asheville route.
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A community nature walk focused on foraging basics and identifying wild edible plants in the Asheville area. Learn seasonal safety tips, ethical harvesting practices, and local ecology while exploring outdoor trails together.

A community nature walk focused on foraging basics and identifying wild edible plants in the Asheville area. Learn seasonal safety tips, ethical harvesting practices, and local ecology while exploring outdoor trails together.
A community nature walk focused on foraging basics and identifying wild edible plants in the Asheville area. Learn seasonal safety tips, ethical harvesting practices, and local ecology while exploring outdoor trails together.

Hands-on field instruction in identifying edible Appalachian plants and fungi, with practical tips for safe harvesting, seasonal ecology, and ethical collecting. Expect a walk-and-learn format with guided observation and discussion in the outdoors.

Hands-on field instruction in identifying edible Appalachian plants and fungi, with practical tips for safe harvesting, seasonal ecology, and ethical collecting. Expect a walk-and-learn format with guided observation and discussion in the outdoors.
Hands-on field instruction in identifying edible Appalachian plants and fungi, with practical tips for safe harvesting, seasonal ecology, and ethical collecting. Expect a walk-and-learn format with guided observation and discussion in the outdoors.

Weekly guided woodland walks focused on safe foraging and wildcrafting, from mushrooms and edible plants to medicinal herbs. Expect moss level close looking, forest critter curiosity, and seasonal tea making with practical take home skills.

Weekly guided woodland walks focused on safe foraging and wildcrafting, from mushrooms and edible plants to medicinal herbs. Expect moss level close looking, forest critter curiosity, and seasonal tea making with practical take home skills.
Weekly guided woodland walks focused on safe foraging and wildcrafting, from mushrooms and edible plants to medicinal herbs. Expect moss level close looking, forest critter curiosity, and seasonal tea making with practical take home skills.

Explore woodland trails in small groups with trained volunteer guides, learning to identify wildflowers, trees, and plants while discovering seasonal forest types and local natural history.

Explore woodland trails in small groups with trained volunteer guides, learning to identify wildflowers, trees, and plants while discovering seasonal forest types and local natural history.
Explore woodland trails in small groups with trained volunteer guides, learning to identify wildflowers, trees, and plants while discovering seasonal forest types and local natural history.
Slow, sensory nature immersion along arboretum trails using shinrin yoku style prompts to unwind and reset. A guided outdoor wellness walk focused on mindful breathing, quiet observation, and stress relief in scenic gardens.
Slow, sensory nature immersion along arboretum trails using shinrin yoku style prompts to unwind and reset. A guided outdoor wellness walk focused on mindful breathing, quiet observation, and stress relief in scenic gardens.
Slow, sensory nature immersion along arboretum trails using shinrin yoku style prompts to unwind and reset. A guided outdoor wellness walk focused on mindful breathing, quiet observation, and stress relief in scenic gardens.
Trace Asheville’s past on a historian-led walking tour, discovering the stories and landmarks that shaped the city. Hear local history and gain context for downtown architecture and neighborhoods.
Trace Asheville’s past on a historian-led walking tour, discovering the stories and landmarks that shaped the city. Hear local history and gain context for downtown architecture and neighborhoods.
Trace Asheville’s past on a historian-led walking tour, discovering the stories and landmarks that shaped the city. Hear local history and gain context for downtown architecture and neighborhoods.

Explore the world of fall fungi through an outdoor nature adventure focused on mushrooms and seasonal ecology. The program welcomes participants ages 14 and up; registration is required.

Explore the world of fall fungi through an outdoor nature adventure focused on mushrooms and seasonal ecology. The program welcomes participants ages 14 and up; registration is required.
Explore the world of fall fungi through an outdoor nature adventure focused on mushrooms and seasonal ecology. The program welcomes participants ages 14 and up; registration is required.

Slow, guided shinrin yoku through native hardwoods, emphasizing mindful breathing, sensory awareness, and gentle walking for restoration, stress relief, and deeper connection to seasonal fall foliage; suitable for beginners.

Slow, guided shinrin yoku through native hardwoods, emphasizing mindful breathing, sensory awareness, and gentle walking for restoration, stress relief, and deeper connection to seasonal fall foliage; suitable for beginners.
Slow, guided shinrin yoku through native hardwoods, emphasizing mindful breathing, sensory awareness, and gentle walking for restoration, stress relief, and deeper connection to seasonal fall foliage; suitable for beginners.
A relaxed beginner birdwatching walk explores garden paths and wooded trails in search of Asheville’s most colorful resident birds. Learn to observe local wildlife while enjoying the Arboretum’s landscapes.
A relaxed beginner birdwatching walk explores garden paths and wooded trails in search of Asheville’s most colorful resident birds. Learn to observe local wildlife while enjoying the Arboretum’s landscapes.
A relaxed beginner birdwatching walk explores garden paths and wooded trails in search of Asheville’s most colorful resident birds. Learn to observe local wildlife while enjoying the Arboretum’s landscapes.

A guided evening walk out at Lake Junaluska starting from the Asheville Visitor Center, built around an easy pace, lake views, and local storytelling. Ideal for visitors seeking a scenic stroll and casual community connection.

A guided evening walk out at Lake Junaluska starting from the Asheville Visitor Center, built around an easy pace, lake views, and local storytelling. Ideal for visitors seeking a scenic stroll and casual community connection.
A guided evening walk out at Lake Junaluska starting from the Asheville Visitor Center, built around an easy pace, lake views, and local storytelling. Ideal for visitors seeking a scenic stroll and casual community connection.
Explore Arboretum trails with staff naturalists, observing flora, fauna, and intriguing natural phenomena. This guided outdoor learning walk invites curious participants to notice ecological details and ask questions.
Explore Arboretum trails with staff naturalists, observing flora, fauna, and intriguing natural phenomena. This guided outdoor learning walk invites curious participants to notice ecological details and ask questions.
Explore Arboretum trails with staff naturalists, observing flora, fauna, and intriguing natural phenomena. This guided outdoor learning walk invites curious participants to notice ecological details and ask questions.

Quiet, guided shinrin-yoku through Blue Ridge spruce and hardwood trails at The North Carolina Arboretum, using slow walking, breathwork, and sensory prompts to reduce stress and deepen nature connection.

Quiet, guided shinrin-yoku through Blue Ridge spruce and hardwood trails at The North Carolina Arboretum, using slow walking, breathwork, and sensory prompts to reduce stress and deepen nature connection.
Quiet, guided shinrin-yoku through Blue Ridge spruce and hardwood trails at The North Carolina Arboretum, using slow walking, breathwork, and sensory prompts to reduce stress and deepen nature connection.

A midday group hike to Catawba Falls with a steady, moderate pace and plenty of waterfall-viewing stops. Expect crisp fall foliage, trail camaraderie, and an easy meet-up point in downtown Asheville before heading out.

A midday group hike to Catawba Falls with a steady, moderate pace and plenty of waterfall-viewing stops. Expect crisp fall foliage, trail camaraderie, and an easy meet-up point in downtown Asheville before heading out.
A midday group hike to Catawba Falls with a steady, moderate pace and plenty of waterfall-viewing stops. Expect crisp fall foliage, trail camaraderie, and an easy meet-up point in downtown Asheville before heading out.
Team building games and collaborative challenges unfold on a guided walk through downtown Asheville, blending local landmarks with problem solving activities. Designed for corporate groups to strengthen communication, leadership, and workplace connection.
Team building games and collaborative challenges unfold on a guided walk through downtown Asheville, blending local landmarks with problem solving activities. Designed for corporate groups to strengthen communication, leadership, and workplace connection.
Team building games and collaborative challenges unfold on a guided walk through downtown Asheville, blending local landmarks with problem solving activities. Designed for corporate groups to strengthen communication, leadership, and workplace connection.

Immersive wildcrafting apprenticeship centered on Appalachian biodiversity, with most class time spent outdoors learning plant and fungal identification and seasonal harvesting. Emphasis on ethical foraging, responsible apothecary skills, and relationship-based herbal medicine practice.

Immersive wildcrafting apprenticeship centered on Appalachian biodiversity, with most class time spent outdoors learning plant and fungal identification and seasonal harvesting. Emphasis on ethical foraging, responsible apothecary skills, and relationship-based herbal medicine practice.
Immersive wildcrafting apprenticeship centered on Appalachian biodiversity, with most class time spent outdoors learning plant and fungal identification and seasonal harvesting. Emphasis on ethical foraging, responsible apothecary skills, and relationship-based herbal medicine practice.
A guided mountaintop yoga hike in the Blue Ridge Mountains designed for unplugging, unwinding, and reconnecting with nature. Expect scenic trail time paired with grounding movement and mindful relaxation at the summit.
A guided mountaintop yoga hike in the Blue Ridge Mountains designed for unplugging, unwinding, and reconnecting with nature. Expect scenic trail time paired with grounding movement and mindful relaxation at the summit.
A guided mountaintop yoga hike in the Blue Ridge Mountains designed for unplugging, unwinding, and reconnecting with nature. Expect scenic trail time paired with grounding movement and mindful relaxation at the summit.

Seasonal plant-based eats, artisan crafts, and sustainable shopping bring a family-friendly harvest celebration to downtown Asheville, with crisp fall air and Blue Ridge mountain atmosphere in a lively park gathering.

Seasonal plant-based eats, artisan crafts, and sustainable shopping bring a family-friendly harvest celebration to downtown Asheville, with crisp fall air and Blue Ridge mountain atmosphere in a lively park gathering.
Seasonal plant-based eats, artisan crafts, and sustainable shopping bring a family-friendly harvest celebration to downtown Asheville, with crisp fall air and Blue Ridge mountain atmosphere in a lively park gathering.

Meditation class
MoreLearn silent or continuous mantra meditation with an experienced teacher, then explore walking meditation, group sharing, and questions in a welcoming, donation based class.

Learn silent or continuous mantra meditation with an experienced teacher, then explore walking meditation, group sharing, and questions in a welcoming, donation based class.
Learn silent or continuous mantra meditation with an experienced teacher, then explore walking meditation, group sharing, and questions in a welcoming, donation based class.

Explore thoughtful tree choices for a changing climate and the landscape reshaped by Helene. This indoor and outdoor class connects resilient planting decisions with long-term care for Asheville’s trees.

Explore thoughtful tree choices for a changing climate and the landscape reshaped by Helene. This indoor and outdoor class connects resilient planting decisions with long-term care for Asheville’s trees.
Explore thoughtful tree choices for a changing climate and the landscape reshaped by Helene. This indoor and outdoor class connects resilient planting decisions with long-term care for Asheville’s trees.
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.
