
Junior Wild Walk: A Junior Zookeeper Experience
Hands on junior zookeeper session where kids ages 5–12 meet an animal ambassador and learn keeper duties like feeding and habitat care at the WNC Nature Center; adults required and advance registration is needed.
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Moonlit guided exploration of the WNC Nature Center spotlighting nocturnal animals and adaptations; families engage in sensory challenges, interactive games, and close-up nighttime encounters along dimly lit trails.

Moonlit guided exploration of the WNC Nature Center spotlighting nocturnal animals and adaptations; families engage in sensory challenges, interactive games, and close-up nighttime encounters along dimly lit trails.
Moonlit guided exploration of the WNC Nature Center spotlighting nocturnal animals and adaptations; families engage in sensory challenges, interactive games, and close-up nighttime encounters along dimly lit trails.

Hands-on, step-by-step painting session capturing a Cotswold sheep named Martin, with a live animal encounter and park admission included; all art supplies provided for family-friendly beginners, pre-registration and ticketed adult supervision required.

Hands-on, step-by-step painting session capturing a Cotswold sheep named Martin, with a live animal encounter and park admission included; all art supplies provided for family-friendly beginners, pre-registration and ticketed adult supervision required.
Hands-on, step-by-step painting session capturing a Cotswold sheep named Martin, with a live animal encounter and park admission included; all art supplies provided for family-friendly beginners, pre-registration and ticketed adult supervision required.

Hands-on outdoor science and nature-skills programming for youth at Linville, featuring guided trail exploration, wildlife identification, and habitat investigations designed for beginner naturalists and family participation.

Hands-on outdoor science and nature-skills programming for youth at Linville, featuring guided trail exploration, wildlife identification, and habitat investigations designed for beginner naturalists and family participation.
Hands-on outdoor science and nature-skills programming for youth at Linville, featuring guided trail exploration, wildlife identification, and habitat investigations designed for beginner naturalists and family participation.

Leisurely guided shoreline stroll with interpretive remarks on local history and wetland ecology, ideal for families and newcomers seeking scenic sunset views and easy terrain.

Leisurely guided shoreline stroll with interpretive remarks on local history and wetland ecology, ideal for families and newcomers seeking scenic sunset views and easy terrain.
Leisurely guided shoreline stroll with interpretive remarks on local history and wetland ecology, ideal for families and newcomers seeking scenic sunset views and easy terrain.

Keeper-led animal enrichment with puzzle feeders, scent trails, and rotating habitats at a Linville wildlife sanctuary; hands on stations and zookeeper demos teach animal behavior, welfare, and behind-the-scenes care.

Keeper-led animal enrichment with puzzle feeders, scent trails, and rotating habitats at a Linville wildlife sanctuary; hands on stations and zookeeper demos teach animal behavior, welfare, and behind-the-scenes care.
Keeper-led animal enrichment with puzzle feeders, scent trails, and rotating habitats at a Linville wildlife sanctuary; hands on stations and zookeeper demos teach animal behavior, welfare, and behind-the-scenes care.

Morning birding walk through the NC Arboretum gardens and trails, spotting colorful resident songbirds while learning binocular technique, purchasing recommendations, and favorite field guides; loaner binoculars available for beginners.

Morning birding walk through the NC Arboretum gardens and trails, spotting colorful resident songbirds while learning binocular technique, purchasing recommendations, and favorite field guides; loaner binoculars available for beginners.
Morning birding walk through the NC Arboretum gardens and trails, spotting colorful resident songbirds while learning binocular technique, purchasing recommendations, and favorite field guides; loaner binoculars available for beginners.

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.

Guided winter bird walk across Hickory Nut Gap’s farm pastures and woodlots, spotting sparrows, raptors, and winter migrants while learning binocular techniques, field identification tips, and habitat cues from experienced naturalists.

Guided winter bird walk across Hickory Nut Gap’s farm pastures and woodlots, spotting sparrows, raptors, and winter migrants while learning binocular techniques, field identification tips, and habitat cues from experienced naturalists.
Guided winter bird walk across Hickory Nut Gap’s farm pastures and woodlots, spotting sparrows, raptors, and winter migrants while learning binocular techniques, field identification tips, and habitat cues from experienced naturalists.

Hands-on habitat restoration focused on invasive species removal, native plantings, and trail maintenance along Fox Creek, providing outdoor volunteer opportunities for families and adults with basic tools and moderate physical activity.

Hands-on habitat restoration focused on invasive species removal, native plantings, and trail maintenance along Fox Creek, providing outdoor volunteer opportunities for families and adults with basic tools and moderate physical activity.
Hands-on habitat restoration focused on invasive species removal, native plantings, and trail maintenance along Fox Creek, providing outdoor volunteer opportunities for families and adults with basic tools and moderate physical activity.

Illustrated lecture and on site field trip exploring Appalachian ecology, from forest community interactions to watershed processes, with hands on observation and introductory ecological concepts for beginners.

Illustrated lecture and on site field trip exploring Appalachian ecology, from forest community interactions to watershed processes, with hands on observation and introductory ecological concepts for beginners.
Illustrated lecture and on site field trip exploring Appalachian ecology, from forest community interactions to watershed processes, with hands on observation and introductory ecological concepts for beginners.

High-energy summer day camps featuring aerial ropes courses, zipline runs, and outdoor skill building in a wooded Asheville adventure park; youth tackle team challenges, climbing, and guided outdoor play during full-day sessions.

High-energy summer day camps featuring aerial ropes courses, zipline runs, and outdoor skill building in a wooded Asheville adventure park; youth tackle team challenges, climbing, and guided outdoor play during full-day sessions.
High-energy summer day camps featuring aerial ropes courses, zipline runs, and outdoor skill building in a wooded Asheville adventure park; youth tackle team challenges, climbing, and guided outdoor play during full-day sessions.

High energy spring break camp for ages 8–11 at the Adventure Center of Asheville, emphasizing outdoor adventure skills like climbing, ropes and zipline challenges plus cooperative team building under trained staff supervision.

High energy spring break camp for ages 8–11 at the Adventure Center of Asheville, emphasizing outdoor adventure skills like climbing, ropes and zipline challenges plus cooperative team building under trained staff supervision.
High energy spring break camp for ages 8–11 at the Adventure Center of Asheville, emphasizing outdoor adventure skills like climbing, ropes and zipline challenges plus cooperative team building under trained staff supervision.

Construct and place a bluebird nest box while learning siting, mounting, and maintenance techniques in a hands on Arboretum workshop. Practical conservation focused skills taught for gardeners and wildlife stewards.

Construct and place a bluebird nest box while learning siting, mounting, and maintenance techniques in a hands on Arboretum workshop. Practical conservation focused skills taught for gardeners and wildlife stewards.
Construct and place a bluebird nest box while learning siting, mounting, and maintenance techniques in a hands on Arboretum workshop. Practical conservation focused skills taught for gardeners and wildlife stewards.

Guided evening foraging walks through Asheville green spaces exploring seasonal wild edible plants, hands-on identification and sustainable harvest techniques for beginners, with a focus on community connection and low impact practices.

Guided evening foraging walks through Asheville green spaces exploring seasonal wild edible plants, hands-on identification and sustainable harvest techniques for beginners, with a focus on community connection and low impact practices.
Guided evening foraging walks through Asheville green spaces exploring seasonal wild edible plants, hands-on identification and sustainable harvest techniques for beginners, with a focus on community connection and low impact practices.

Treetop ziplines and aerial obstacle courses with 50% off for residents of six nearby counties; kid-friendly KidZip for ages 4 plus during winter weekends, reservations suggested.

Treetop ziplines and aerial obstacle courses with 50% off for residents of six nearby counties; kid-friendly KidZip for ages 4 plus during winter weekends, reservations suggested.
Treetop ziplines and aerial obstacle courses with 50% off for residents of six nearby counties; kid-friendly KidZip for ages 4 plus during winter weekends, reservations suggested.

Dusk lit treetop ropes and zipline climbs send harnessed participants gliding over the forest canopy, mixing sunset views with headlamp lit after dark challenges; a family friendly, skill building adventure for kids and adults.

Dusk lit treetop ropes and zipline climbs send harnessed participants gliding over the forest canopy, mixing sunset views with headlamp lit after dark challenges; a family friendly, skill building adventure for kids and adults.
Dusk lit treetop ropes and zipline climbs send harnessed participants gliding over the forest canopy, mixing sunset views with headlamp lit after dark challenges; a family friendly, skill building adventure for kids and adults.

Hands on springtime foraging walk through Appalachian woodlands teaching identification of wild edible plants, seasonal uses, sustainable harvesting techniques, and safety tips for beginner foragers led by local experts.

Hands on springtime foraging walk through Appalachian woodlands teaching identification of wild edible plants, seasonal uses, sustainable harvesting techniques, and safety tips for beginner foragers led by local experts.
Hands on springtime foraging walk through Appalachian woodlands teaching identification of wild edible plants, seasonal uses, sustainable harvesting techniques, and safety tips for beginner foragers led by local experts.

Tranquil halotherapy sessions in a salt cave designed for parents and children ages 0 to 11, emphasizing immune support, respiratory and skin relief, and mental clarity; adults must register and attend.

Tranquil halotherapy sessions in a salt cave designed for parents and children ages 0 to 11, emphasizing immune support, respiratory and skin relief, and mental clarity; adults must register and attend.
Tranquil halotherapy sessions in a salt cave designed for parents and children ages 0 to 11, emphasizing immune support, respiratory and skin relief, and mental clarity; adults must register and attend.

Playful, family-friendly animal birthday celebration with up-close meet-and-greets, hands-on kid activities, themed crafts, cake time, guided animal interactions, and pet friendly outdoor festivities at a rural Linville location.

Playful, family-friendly animal birthday celebration with up-close meet-and-greets, hands-on kid activities, themed crafts, cake time, guided animal interactions, and pet friendly outdoor festivities at a rural Linville location.
Playful, family-friendly animal birthday celebration with up-close meet-and-greets, hands-on kid activities, themed crafts, cake time, guided animal interactions, and pet friendly outdoor festivities at a rural Linville location.

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.