Wild Walk: A Behind the Scenes Tour
Explore the WNC Nature Center on a guided wildlife walk with a behind-the-scenes perspective. Discover the center’s animals and natural surroundings in an educational outdoor experience.
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Small-group guided hike through the North Carolina Arboretum’s woodland trails, exploring botanically diverse forest types. Volunteer naturalists share seasonal insights on wildflowers, tree and plant identification, and local natural history.
Small-group guided hike through the North Carolina Arboretum’s woodland trails, exploring botanically diverse forest types. Volunteer naturalists share seasonal insights on wildflowers, tree and plant identification, and local natural history.
Explore autumn wildflowers and the vivid fall colors of diverse native tree species on a guided ecology walk through the arboretum, with seasonal plant observation and nature learning.
Explore autumn wildflowers and the vivid fall colors of diverse native tree species on a guided ecology walk through the arboretum, with seasonal plant observation and nature learning.
Explore autumn wildflowers and the vivid fall colors of diverse native tree species on a guided ecology walk through the arboretum, with seasonal plant observation and nature learning.
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.
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.
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.
Scan Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary for local birdlife on a guided nature walk with Blue Ridge Audubon Society members. Binoculars are available to borrow, and the excursion proceeds rain or shine.
Scan Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary for local birdlife on a guided nature walk with Blue Ridge Audubon Society members. Binoculars are available to borrow, and the excursion proceeds rain or shine.
Scan Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary for local birdlife on a guided nature walk with Blue Ridge Audubon Society members. Binoculars are available to borrow, and the excursion proceeds rain or shine.
Spot avian residents on a guided birdwatching walk followed by a pontoon ride across Lake Julian. Enjoy a close-up look at local wildlife and lakeside habitats.
Spot avian residents on a guided birdwatching walk followed by a pontoon ride across Lake Julian. Enjoy a close-up look at local wildlife and lakeside habitats.
Spot avian residents on a guided birdwatching walk followed by a pontoon ride across Lake Julian. Enjoy a close-up look at local wildlife and lakeside habitats.
A historian-led walking excursion traces Asheville’s local history through downtown streets, connecting notable landmarks, neighborhood character, and stories from the city’s past in an informative, place-based exploration.
A historian-led walking excursion traces Asheville’s local history through downtown streets, connecting notable landmarks, neighborhood character, and stories from the city’s past in an informative, place-based exploration.
A historian-led walking excursion traces Asheville’s local history through downtown streets, connecting notable landmarks, neighborhood character, and stories from the city’s past in an informative, place-based exploration.
An easy-paced scenic walk at Lake Junaluska centered on fresh mountain air, lakefront views, and casual conversation. Ideal for visitors and locals who want a low-key outdoor meetup and photo-friendly stroll.
An easy-paced scenic walk at Lake Junaluska centered on fresh mountain air, lakefront views, and casual conversation. Ideal for visitors and locals who want a low-key outdoor meetup and photo-friendly stroll.
An easy-paced scenic walk at Lake Junaluska centered on fresh mountain air, lakefront views, and casual conversation. Ideal for visitors and locals who want a low-key outdoor meetup and photo-friendly stroll.
Explore the surprising diversity of Western North Carolina arachnids, from spiders to lesser-known eight-legged neighbors. Learn what defines them, where they live, and whether every arachnid spins a web.
Explore the surprising diversity of Western North Carolina arachnids, from spiders to lesser-known eight-legged neighbors. Learn what defines them, where they live, and whether every arachnid spins a web.
Explore the surprising diversity of Western North Carolina arachnids, from spiders to lesser-known eight-legged neighbors. Learn what defines them, where they live, and whether every arachnid spins a web.
A guided pasture hike pairs fresh-air farm exploration with an up-close introduction to Highland cows, including opportunities to pet them, take photos, and browse cow-themed merchandise.
A guided pasture hike pairs fresh-air farm exploration with an up-close introduction to Highland cows, including opportunities to pet them, take photos, and browse cow-themed merchandise.
A guided pasture hike pairs fresh-air farm exploration with an up-close introduction to Highland cows, including opportunities to pet them, take photos, and browse cow-themed merchandise.
Hands-on field instruction in Appalachian foraging techniques, focusing on identifying seasonal wild edibles and understanding local ecology. Expect practical safety guidance, ethical harvesting practices, and an immersive outdoor learning experience.
Hands-on field instruction in Appalachian foraging techniques, focusing on identifying seasonal wild edibles and understanding local ecology. Expect practical safety guidance, ethical harvesting practices, and an immersive outdoor learning experience.
Hands-on field instruction in Appalachian foraging techniques, focusing on identifying seasonal wild edibles and understanding local ecology. Expect practical safety guidance, ethical harvesting practices, and an immersive outdoor learning experience.
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.
Explore what distinguishes arachnids from other creatures, discover the many kinds beyond spiders, and learn about their habitats and lives in Western North Carolina through a lively nature program.
Explore what distinguishes arachnids from other creatures, discover the many kinds beyond spiders, and learn about their habitats and lives in Western North Carolina through a lively nature program.
Explore what distinguishes arachnids from other creatures, discover the many kinds beyond spiders, and learn about their habitats and lives in Western North Carolina through a lively nature program.
Explore a current featured exhibition through an interactive gallery walk led by volunteer educators or Museum staff, with close looking, interpretation, and conversation; no reservation is needed.
Explore a current featured exhibition through an interactive gallery walk led by volunteer educators or Museum staff, with close looking, interpretation, and conversation; no reservation is needed.
Explore a current featured exhibition through an interactive gallery walk led by volunteer educators or Museum staff, with close looking, interpretation, and conversation; no reservation is needed.
A family-focused nature quest invites participants to explore the natural world together at a regional nature center. Expect a relaxed outdoor outing centered on discovery and shared adventure.
A family-focused nature quest invites participants to explore the natural world together at a regional nature center. Expect a relaxed outdoor outing centered on discovery and shared adventure.
A family-focused nature quest invites participants to explore the natural world together at a regional nature center. Expect a relaxed outdoor outing centered on discovery and shared adventure.
Grounding weekly walks through Asheville-area wild spaces with hands-on foraging for mushrooms and seasonal edible or medicinal plants. Expect close observation of moss, forest critters, and tea brewed from woodland botanicals with safety-focused guidance.
Grounding weekly walks through Asheville-area wild spaces with hands-on foraging for mushrooms and seasonal edible or medicinal plants. Expect close observation of moss, forest critters, and tea brewed from woodland botanicals with safety-focused guidance.
Grounding weekly walks through Asheville-area wild spaces with hands-on foraging for mushrooms and seasonal edible or medicinal plants. Expect close observation of moss, forest critters, and tea brewed from woodland botanicals with safety-focused guidance.
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.
Guided walking history tour through the Swannanoa Valley, tracing stories across historic estates, town sidewalks, and quiet cemeteries. Local historians lead a fall-afternoon stroll packed with regional heritage and place-based lore.
Guided walking history tour through the Swannanoa Valley, tracing stories across historic estates, town sidewalks, and quiet cemeteries. Local historians lead a fall-afternoon stroll packed with regional heritage and place-based lore.
Guided walking history tour through the Swannanoa Valley, tracing stories across historic estates, town sidewalks, and quiet cemeteries. Local historians lead a fall-afternoon stroll packed with regional heritage and place-based lore.
Crisp autumn air and vibrant fall foliage set the scene for a guided wilderness hike through the Blue Ridge mountains, with seasonal colors and scenic trail views.
Crisp autumn air and vibrant fall foliage set the scene for a guided wilderness hike through the Blue Ridge mountains, with seasonal colors and scenic trail views.
Crisp autumn air and vibrant fall foliage set the scene for a guided wilderness hike through the Blue Ridge mountains, with seasonal colors and scenic trail views.
Walk through local wilderness on a guided autumn hike, taking in fall foliage and mountain scenery along the route from the Folk Art Center to Haw Creek Overlook.
Walk through local wilderness on a guided autumn hike, taking in fall foliage and mountain scenery along the route from the Folk Art Center to Haw Creek Overlook.
Walk through local wilderness on a guided autumn hike, taking in fall foliage and mountain scenery along the route from the Folk Art Center to Haw Creek Overlook.
Seasonal foraging walk through the Asheville Botanical Garden focused on identifying autumn edible plants and their uses. Learn safe ID tips, harvest ethics, and local ecology while exploring trails with Roots Marshall.
Seasonal foraging walk through the Asheville Botanical Garden focused on identifying autumn edible plants and their uses. Learn safe ID tips, harvest ethics, and local ecology while exploring trails with Roots Marshall.
Seasonal foraging walk through the Asheville Botanical Garden focused on identifying autumn edible plants and their uses. Learn safe ID tips, harvest ethics, and local ecology while exploring trails with Roots Marshall.