Hike & Highland Cow tour
Moderately strenuous 6 mile guided hike along Strawberry Gap Trail to Blue Ridge Pastures, encountering highland cows and open pasture views; part of the Winter Hiking Challenge with required pre registration.
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A memorial hike honoring Bill Popper winds through the Popper Tract at Prices Creek Preserve on a moderate 1.5-mile route with several stream crossings. Ends with a Highland cow tour for a favorite annual community outing; preregistration required.
A memorial hike honoring Bill Popper winds through the Popper Tract at Prices Creek Preserve on a moderate 1.5-mile route with several stream crossings. Ends with a Highland cow tour for a favorite annual community outing; preregistration required.
A memorial hike honoring Bill Popper winds through the Popper Tract at Prices Creek Preserve on a moderate 1.5-mile route with several stream crossings. Ends with a Highland cow tour for a favorite annual community outing; preregistration required.
Gentle meet and greet with docile highland cows on the Farm the House front porch, with hands-on petting, photo opportunities, and a relaxed afternoon Highland tea at New Beginnings Historic Farm.
Gentle meet and greet with docile highland cows on the Farm the House front porch, with hands-on petting, photo opportunities, and a relaxed afternoon Highland tea at New Beginnings Historic Farm.
Gentle meet and greet with docile highland cows on the Farm the House front porch, with hands-on petting, photo opportunities, and a relaxed afternoon Highland tea at New Beginnings Historic Farm.
Guided spring ridge hike on Montreat East Ridge with panoramic mountain views, native flora and local history interpretation led by Swannanoa Valley Museum; moderate difficulty and community focused outdoor exploration.
Guided spring ridge hike on Montreat East Ridge with panoramic mountain views, native flora and local history interpretation led by Swannanoa Valley Museum; moderate difficulty and community focused outdoor exploration.
Guided spring ridge hike on Montreat East Ridge with panoramic mountain views, native flora and local history interpretation led by Swannanoa Valley Museum; moderate difficulty and community focused outdoor exploration.
Guided ridge hike ascending forested trails to the Pinnacle of the Blue Ridge, with panoramic overlooks and local natural history interpretation led by the Swannanoa Valley Museum.
Guided ridge hike ascending forested trails to the Pinnacle of the Blue Ridge, with panoramic overlooks and local natural history interpretation led by the Swannanoa Valley Museum.
Guided ridge hike ascending forested trails to the Pinnacle of the Blue Ridge, with panoramic overlooks and local natural history interpretation led by the Swannanoa Valley Museum.
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.
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 interpretive walk to Ridgecrest Point Lookout with panoramic Swannanoa Valley vistas and museum led local history commentary; accessible short hike highlighting landscape, heritage, and scenic photo opportunities.
Guided interpretive walk to Ridgecrest Point Lookout with panoramic Swannanoa Valley vistas and museum led local history commentary; accessible short hike highlighting landscape, heritage, and scenic photo opportunities.
Guided interpretive walk to Ridgecrest Point Lookout with panoramic Swannanoa Valley vistas and museum led local history commentary; accessible short hike highlighting landscape, heritage, and scenic photo opportunities.
Moderate-paced Mountains-to-Sea Trail hike on a narrow, undulating route with rocky steps early and a rooty tread most of the way, plus a short climb around the 2.5-mile mark. Leashed, well-behaved dogs welcome for a fitness-focused group outing from the Craven Gap gravel lot.
Moderate-paced Mountains-to-Sea Trail hike on a narrow, undulating route with rocky steps early and a rooty tread most of the way, plus a short climb around the 2.5-mile mark. Leashed, well-behaved dogs welcome for a fitness-focused group outing from the Craven Gap gravel lot.
Moderate-paced Mountains-to-Sea Trail hike on a narrow, undulating route with rocky steps early and a rooty tread most of the way, plus a short climb around the 2.5-mile mark. Leashed, well-behaved dogs welcome for a fitness-focused group outing from the Craven Gap gravel lot.
Guided walk through a working mushroom farm demonstrating spawn inoculation, log and substrate techniques, and fungi identification among shaded beds in the Swannanoa Valley and seasonal harvests.
Guided walk through a working mushroom farm demonstrating spawn inoculation, log and substrate techniques, and fungi identification among shaded beds in the Swannanoa Valley and seasonal harvests.
Guided walk through a working mushroom farm demonstrating spawn inoculation, log and substrate techniques, and fungi identification among shaded beds in the Swannanoa Valley and seasonal harvests.
Gentle guided hike culminating in mountaintop yoga above the Blue Ridge, blending mindful movement, breathwork, and panoramic summit views to unplug, unwind, and reconnect—accessible for all levels.
Gentle guided hike culminating in mountaintop yoga above the Blue Ridge, blending mindful movement, breathwork, and panoramic summit views to unplug, unwind, and reconnect—accessible for all levels.
Gentle guided hike culminating in mountaintop yoga above the Blue Ridge, blending mindful movement, breathwork, and panoramic summit views to unplug, unwind, and reconnect—accessible for all levels.
Moonlit forest walk for quiet firefly viewing along shaded Blue Ridge trails, led by experienced guides; expect low light navigation, nocturnal wildlife sightings, and recommended headlamps and sturdy footwear for the night hike.
Moonlit forest walk for quiet firefly viewing along shaded Blue Ridge trails, led by experienced guides; expect low light navigation, nocturnal wildlife sightings, and recommended headlamps and sturdy footwear for the night hike.
Moonlit forest walk for quiet firefly viewing along shaded Blue Ridge trails, led by experienced guides; expect low light navigation, nocturnal wildlife sightings, and recommended headlamps and sturdy footwear for the night hike.
Evening lakeside stroll on a gentle loop with local guides, featuring calm water views, boardwalk sections, and interpretive commentary plus chances for wildlife spotting and nature photography.
Evening lakeside stroll on a gentle loop with local guides, featuring calm water views, boardwalk sections, and interpretive commentary plus chances for wildlife spotting and nature photography.
Evening lakeside stroll on a gentle loop with local guides, featuring calm water views, boardwalk sections, and interpretive commentary plus chances for wildlife spotting and nature photography.
Guided waterfall hike through Pisgah's forested trails led by Blue Ridge Hiking Company, visiting cascades, creekside viewpoints, and natural scenery; ideal for hikers seeking a nature-focused day hike near Asheville.
Guided waterfall hike through Pisgah's forested trails led by Blue Ridge Hiking Company, visiting cascades, creekside viewpoints, and natural scenery; ideal for hikers seeking a nature-focused day hike near Asheville.
Guided waterfall hike through Pisgah's forested trails led by Blue Ridge Hiking Company, visiting cascades, creekside viewpoints, and natural scenery; ideal for hikers seeking a nature-focused day hike near Asheville.
Rocky trail to multi-tiered Catawba Falls with cascading pools and viewpoints. Moderate pace group hike for hikers seeking waterfall views, nature photography, and social outdoor connection.
Rocky trail to multi-tiered Catawba Falls with cascading pools and viewpoints. Moderate pace group hike for hikers seeking waterfall views, nature photography, and social outdoor connection.
Rocky trail to multi-tiered Catawba Falls with cascading pools and viewpoints. Moderate pace group hike for hikers seeking waterfall views, nature photography, and social outdoor connection.
Guided slackpacking on the Appalachian Trail, day-hike format with support so participants carry light daypacks while guides manage gear, focusing on ridgeline views and hardwood forest trails.
Guided slackpacking on the Appalachian Trail, day-hike format with support so participants carry light daypacks while guides manage gear, focusing on ridgeline views and hardwood forest trails.
Guided slackpacking on the Appalachian Trail, day-hike format with support so participants carry light daypacks while guides manage gear, focusing on ridgeline views and hardwood forest trails.
A morning group walk meeting at Antler Hill Pavilion near the playground, heading out on Biltmore’s mostly flat Farm Trail along the French Broad River. If trail closures persist, the route shifts to the shorter Lagoon Trail starting from the same spot.
A morning group walk meeting at Antler Hill Pavilion near the playground, heading out on Biltmore’s mostly flat Farm Trail along the French Broad River. If trail closures persist, the route shifts to the shorter Lagoon Trail starting from the same spot.
A morning group walk meeting at Antler Hill Pavilion near the playground, heading out on Biltmore’s mostly flat Farm Trail along the French Broad River. If trail closures persist, the route shifts to the shorter Lagoon Trail starting from the same spot.
Breath centered gentle yoga, guided breathwork, and a short nature meditation at a scenic mountaintop vortex; small group micro retreat focused on grounding, mindful movement, and sunrise views for all levels.
Breath centered gentle yoga, guided breathwork, and a short nature meditation at a scenic mountaintop vortex; small group micro retreat focused on grounding, mindful movement, and sunrise views for all levels.
Breath centered gentle yoga, guided breathwork, and a short nature meditation at a scenic mountaintop vortex; small group micro retreat focused on grounding, mindful movement, and sunrise views for all levels.
Historian-led walking excursion through downtown Asheville, tracing key people, places, and turning points in the city’s past. Expect story-rich context, architectural details, and plenty of local trivia with a community-minded group.
Historian-led walking excursion through downtown Asheville, tracing key people, places, and turning points in the city’s past. Expect story-rich context, architectural details, and plenty of local trivia with a community-minded group.
Historian-led walking excursion through downtown Asheville, tracing key people, places, and turning points in the city’s past. Expect story-rich context, architectural details, and plenty of local trivia with a community-minded group.
Moonlit night hike through Linville’s mountain forest culminating in a crackling bonfire for storytelling, stargazing, and chances to hear owls and other nocturnal wildlife during a guided evening walk.
Moonlit night hike through Linville’s mountain forest culminating in a crackling bonfire for storytelling, stargazing, and chances to hear owls and other nocturnal wildlife during a guided evening walk.
Moonlit night hike through Linville’s mountain forest culminating in a crackling bonfire for storytelling, stargazing, and chances to hear owls and other nocturnal wildlife during a guided evening walk.