2026 SAHC Winter Hiking Challenge
Complete 60 miles in 60 days between Jan 1 and Mar 1 with self paced walks, runs, or hikes through neighborhood streets or mountain trails, welcoming all abilities and encouraging outdoor stewardship.
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Galloping long distance equestrian endurance across historic estate trails, AERC, SERA and SEDRA sanctioned with veterinary checkpoints and multi distance competitive rides; registration and ride info on the official site.
Galloping long distance equestrian endurance across historic estate trails, AERC, SERA and SEDRA sanctioned with veterinary checkpoints and multi distance competitive rides; registration and ride info on the official site.
Galloping long distance equestrian endurance across historic estate trails, AERC, SERA and SEDRA sanctioned with veterinary checkpoints and multi distance competitive rides; registration and ride info on the official site.
Gentle morning yoga flows and guided hikes through spring wildflower meadows and forest bathing sessions near Hendersonville, combining nature therapy with restorative movement for a four day wellness retreat in April.
Gentle morning yoga flows and guided hikes through spring wildflower meadows and forest bathing sessions near Hendersonville, combining nature therapy with restorative movement for a four day wellness retreat in April.
Gentle morning yoga flows and guided hikes through spring wildflower meadows and forest bathing sessions near Hendersonville, combining nature therapy with restorative movement for a four day wellness retreat in April.
Team relay racing and a standalone 5K converge at a famously sustainable brewery, with post-run beer celebration and social hang time. Choose a four-person team, two-person team, or solo run for a competitive community day outdoors.
Team relay racing and a standalone 5K converge at a famously sustainable brewery, with post-run beer celebration and social hang time. Choose a four-person team, two-person team, or solo run for a competitive community day outdoors.
Team relay racing and a standalone 5K converge at a famously sustainable brewery, with post-run beer celebration and social hang time. Choose a four-person team, two-person team, or solo run for a competitive community day outdoors.
Hands-on STEM festival with interactive science demos and casual conversations with working scientists, set amid the trails and gardens of the NC Arboretum. A free, curiosity-driven day of nature exploration for all ages as part of the NC Science Festival.
Hands-on STEM festival with interactive science demos and casual conversations with working scientists, set amid the trails and gardens of the NC Arboretum. A free, curiosity-driven day of nature exploration for all ages as part of the NC Science Festival.
Hands-on STEM festival with interactive science demos and casual conversations with working scientists, set amid the trails and gardens of the NC Arboretum. A free, curiosity-driven day of nature exploration for all ages as part of the NC Science Festival.
Long-distance equestrian endurance ride across Biltmore Estate's wooded trails and rolling pastures, drawing competitive and recreational riders for timed trail distances and vet checks; registration opens in early spring.
Long-distance equestrian endurance ride across Biltmore Estate's wooded trails and rolling pastures, drawing competitive and recreational riders for timed trail distances and vet checks; registration opens in early spring.
Long-distance equestrian endurance ride across Biltmore Estate's wooded trails and rolling pastures, drawing competitive and recreational riders for timed trail distances and vet checks; registration opens in early spring.
Morning casual group ride and outdoor coffee meetup, combining leisurely neighborhood cycling with sidewalk café socializing; Asheville on Bikes guides an all abilities route and post ride coffee hangout.
Morning casual group ride and outdoor coffee meetup, combining leisurely neighborhood cycling with sidewalk café socializing; Asheville on Bikes guides an all abilities route and post ride coffee hangout.
Morning casual group ride and outdoor coffee meetup, combining leisurely neighborhood cycling with sidewalk café socializing; Asheville on Bikes guides an all abilities route and post ride coffee hangout.
A self guided evening art walk through downtown galleries and public art stops, paired with a benefit fundraiser supporting local creative community efforts. Expect gallery hopping, street level browsing, and a lively after work crowd.
A self guided evening art walk through downtown galleries and public art stops, paired with a benefit fundraiser supporting local creative community efforts. Expect gallery hopping, street level browsing, and a lively after work crowd.
A self guided evening art walk through downtown galleries and public art stops, paired with a benefit fundraiser supporting local creative community efforts. Expect gallery hopping, street level browsing, and a lively after work crowd.
An outdoor yoga session set on Bearwallow Mountain with big Blue Ridge views and fresh-air movement. Ideal for a relaxed afternoon combining gentle flow, grounding breathwork, and a short trail outing.
An outdoor yoga session set on Bearwallow Mountain with big Blue Ridge views and fresh-air movement. Ideal for a relaxed afternoon combining gentle flow, grounding breathwork, and a short trail outing.
An outdoor yoga session set on Bearwallow Mountain with big Blue Ridge views and fresh-air movement. Ideal for a relaxed afternoon combining gentle flow, grounding breathwork, and a short trail outing.
Guided forest-bathing walk through mature Blue Ridge Arboretum trails, emphasizing slow-paced sensory practices—breath awareness, mindful listening, and grounding exercises—to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in a curated woodland setting.
Guided forest-bathing walk through mature Blue Ridge Arboretum trails, emphasizing slow-paced sensory practices—breath awareness, mindful listening, and grounding exercises—to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in a curated woodland setting.
Guided forest-bathing walk through mature Blue Ridge Arboretum trails, emphasizing slow-paced sensory practices—breath awareness, mindful listening, and grounding exercises—to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in a curated woodland setting.
A nature-forward micro retreat combining all-levels yoga with a rejuvenating waterfall hike in Zirconia. Expect mindful movement, forest air, and cooling cascades for a reset-focused afternoon outdoors.
A nature-forward micro retreat combining all-levels yoga with a rejuvenating waterfall hike in Zirconia. Expect mindful movement, forest air, and cooling cascades for a reset-focused afternoon outdoors.
A nature-forward micro retreat combining all-levels yoga with a rejuvenating waterfall hike in Zirconia. Expect mindful movement, forest air, and cooling cascades for a reset-focused afternoon outdoors.
Challenging Gran Fondo road ride through Asheville's mountain roads with multiple distance options and hilly climbs for endurance focused riders, supported by aid stations and a community ride atmosphere.
Challenging Gran Fondo road ride through Asheville's mountain roads with multiple distance options and hilly climbs for endurance focused riders, supported by aid stations and a community ride atmosphere.
Challenging Gran Fondo road ride through Asheville's mountain roads with multiple distance options and hilly climbs for endurance focused riders, supported by aid stations and a community ride atmosphere.
Pedal scenic gravel roads and steady climbs on a slow social, friendly group ride that emphasizes social pacing and welcomes all abilities for casual exploration and community cycling.
Pedal scenic gravel roads and steady climbs on a slow social, friendly group ride that emphasizes social pacing and welcomes all abilities for casual exploration and community cycling.
Pedal scenic gravel roads and steady climbs on a slow social, friendly group ride that emphasizes social pacing and welcomes all abilities for casual exploration and community cycling.
Classroom instruction and group discussion on diagnosing common small engine issues, followed by hands-on maintenance and repair practice. Work with real farm equipment like a 55 hp tractor, walk behind machine, and Mule side by side.
Classroom instruction and group discussion on diagnosing common small engine issues, followed by hands-on maintenance and repair practice. Work with real farm equipment like a 55 hp tractor, walk behind machine, and Mule side by side.
Classroom instruction and group discussion on diagnosing common small engine issues, followed by hands-on maintenance and repair practice. Work with real farm equipment like a 55 hp tractor, walk behind machine, and Mule side by side.
Brisk 6.5-mile evening hike through the Grove Park–Sunset Rd. neighborhood at a steady 2.5–3.0 mph pace, including uphill sections. Meet at the northwest corner of the Harris Teeter parking lot; brief regrouping breaks along the route.
Brisk 6.5-mile evening hike through the Grove Park–Sunset Rd. neighborhood at a steady 2.5–3.0 mph pace, including uphill sections. Meet at the northwest corner of the Harris Teeter parking lot; brief regrouping breaks along the route.
Brisk 6.5-mile evening hike through the Grove Park–Sunset Rd. neighborhood at a steady 2.5–3.0 mph pace, including uphill sections. Meet at the northwest corner of the Harris Teeter parking lot; brief regrouping breaks along the route.
Urban sketchers gather for a sketchbook meetup focused on drawing the River Arts District streetscape and sharpening on location techniques. Expect relaxed plein air pacing, skill sharing, and easy conversation with regional USk chapters.
Urban sketchers gather for a sketchbook meetup focused on drawing the River Arts District streetscape and sharpening on location techniques. Expect relaxed plein air pacing, skill sharing, and easy conversation with regional USk chapters.
Urban sketchers gather for a sketchbook meetup focused on drawing the River Arts District streetscape and sharpening on location techniques. Expect relaxed plein air pacing, skill sharing, and easy conversation with regional USk chapters.
Slow, mindful forest bathing in Kanuga’s wooded trails with guided reflection and intention-setting. A quiet morning retreat centered on nature immersion, sensory awareness, and restorative calm.
Slow, mindful forest bathing in Kanuga’s wooded trails with guided reflection and intention-setting. A quiet morning retreat centered on nature immersion, sensory awareness, and restorative calm.
Slow, mindful forest bathing in Kanuga’s wooded trails with guided reflection and intention-setting. A quiet morning retreat centered on nature immersion, sensory awareness, and restorative calm.
Evening community foraging walks exploring local wild edible plants and seasonal edibles, teaching plant identification and ethical harvesting along Asheville greenways with hands-on guidance from local foragers.
Evening community foraging walks exploring local wild edible plants and seasonal edibles, teaching plant identification and ethical harvesting along Asheville greenways with hands-on guidance from local foragers.
Evening community foraging walks exploring local wild edible plants and seasonal edibles, teaching plant identification and ethical harvesting along Asheville greenways with hands-on guidance from local foragers.
A community celebration on the new Ecusta Trail greenway with neighbors gathering to walk, bike, or roll together. Family friendly outdoor hangout centered on accessible movement and local trail pride.
A community celebration on the new Ecusta Trail greenway with neighbors gathering to walk, bike, or roll together. Family friendly outdoor hangout centered on accessible movement and local trail pride.
A community celebration on the new Ecusta Trail greenway with neighbors gathering to walk, bike, or roll together. Family friendly outdoor hangout centered on accessible movement and local trail pride.
A daytime group hike to Catawba Falls with a social, community-driven pace and classic Blue Ridge scenery. Expect a forested trail walk ending at the waterfall, with time to connect and explore outdoors together.
A daytime group hike to Catawba Falls with a social, community-driven pace and classic Blue Ridge scenery. Expect a forested trail walk ending at the waterfall, with time to connect and explore outdoors together.
A daytime group hike to Catawba Falls with a social, community-driven pace and classic Blue Ridge scenery. Expect a forested trail walk ending at the waterfall, with time to connect and explore outdoors together.
Weekly community mountain-bike outings shift in pace and distance, from easy social cruises to brisk technical rides; riders of all skill levels follow @mountain.haulers for route details and ride logistics.
Weekly community mountain-bike outings shift in pace and distance, from easy social cruises to brisk technical rides; riders of all skill levels follow @mountain.haulers for route details and ride logistics.
Weekly community mountain-bike outings shift in pace and distance, from easy social cruises to brisk technical rides; riders of all skill levels follow @mountain.haulers for route details and ride logistics.