Queer-Led Mushroom Forage
A queer-led forest wander at Bent Creek blends mushroom foraging with playful ritual—songs, call-and-response chants, and a communal “mushroom dance.” Expect an outdoor, community-centered adventure rooted in nature connection.
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Guided wild foraging walk focused on identifying edible plants, mushrooms, and seasonal botanicals in the Asheville area. Hands-on instruction covers safe harvesting practices, habitat awareness, and what to look for in the field.
Guided wild foraging walk focused on identifying edible plants, mushrooms, and seasonal botanicals in the Asheville area. Hands-on instruction covers safe harvesting practices, habitat awareness, and what to look for in the field.
Guided wild foraging walk focused on identifying edible plants, mushrooms, and seasonal botanicals in the Asheville area. Hands-on instruction covers safe harvesting practices, habitat awareness, and what to look for in the field.
A slow, sensory forest bathing experience unfolds on the Arboretum’s lush trails, blending mindful walking with quiet reflection and deep nature connection. Expect a calm, restorative afternoon outdoors guided by Asheville Wellness Tours.
A slow, sensory forest bathing experience unfolds on the Arboretum’s lush trails, blending mindful walking with quiet reflection and deep nature connection. Expect a calm, restorative afternoon outdoors guided by Asheville Wellness Tours.
A slow, sensory forest bathing experience unfolds on the Arboretum’s lush trails, blending mindful walking with quiet reflection and deep nature connection. Expect a calm, restorative afternoon outdoors guided by Asheville Wellness Tours.
Hands-on field session focused on identifying wild edible plants and learning safe, ethical harvesting practices. Expect seasonal Appalachian ecology insights, practical tasting or handling tips, and a guided walk-style learning format.
Hands-on field session focused on identifying wild edible plants and learning safe, ethical harvesting practices. Expect seasonal Appalachian ecology insights, practical tasting or handling tips, and a guided walk-style learning format.
Hands-on field session focused on identifying wild edible plants and learning safe, ethical harvesting practices. Expect seasonal Appalachian ecology insights, practical tasting or handling tips, and a guided walk-style learning format.
Mindful foraging practice that blends gentle yoga philosophy with hands-on plant identification and ethical harvesting tips. Expect a nature-focused learning session grounded in local ecology and practical takeaways for safe, respectful wildcrafting.
Mindful foraging practice that blends gentle yoga philosophy with hands-on plant identification and ethical harvesting tips. Expect a nature-focused learning session grounded in local ecology and practical takeaways for safe, respectful wildcrafting.
Mindful foraging practice that blends gentle yoga philosophy with hands-on plant identification and ethical harvesting tips. Expect a nature-focused learning session grounded in local ecology and practical takeaways for safe, respectful wildcrafting.
An evening field trip blending a guided salt cave session for deep relaxation with a botanical walk highlighting Asheville’s healing plants. Built for connection, with a welcome circle and time to unwind alongside fellow adventurers.
An evening field trip blending a guided salt cave session for deep relaxation with a botanical walk highlighting Asheville’s healing plants. Built for connection, with a welcome circle and time to unwind alongside fellow adventurers.
An evening field trip blending a guided salt cave session for deep relaxation with a botanical walk highlighting Asheville’s healing plants. Built for connection, with a welcome circle and time to unwind alongside fellow adventurers.
Slow, guided shinrin-yoku walks through the North Carolina Arboretum's Blue Ridge forest, using mindful breathing, sensory awareness, and quiet exercises to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in a tranquil woodland setting.
Slow, guided shinrin-yoku walks through the North Carolina Arboretum's Blue Ridge forest, using mindful breathing, sensory awareness, and quiet exercises to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in a tranquil woodland setting.
Slow, guided shinrin-yoku walks through the North Carolina Arboretum's Blue Ridge forest, using mindful breathing, sensory awareness, and quiet exercises to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in a tranquil woodland setting.
Immersive, aromatic workshop exploring ritual herbalism and plant medicine techniques; participants learn hands on medicine making, ceremonial uses, and seasonal local herb identification in a guided, beginner friendly format emphasizing embodied practice and community ritual.
Immersive, aromatic workshop exploring ritual herbalism and plant medicine techniques; participants learn hands on medicine making, ceremonial uses, and seasonal local herb identification in a guided, beginner friendly format emphasizing embodied practice and community ritual.
Immersive, aromatic workshop exploring ritual herbalism and plant medicine techniques; participants learn hands on medicine making, ceremonial uses, and seasonal local herb identification in a guided, beginner friendly format emphasizing embodied practice and community ritual.
Two morning ecstatic dance waves blend global rhythms with guided warmups and an opening circle led by longtime movement teacher Marta Martín. A freeform, body-positive dance floor emphasizes somatic release, self-expression, and community connection.
Two morning ecstatic dance waves blend global rhythms with guided warmups and an opening circle led by longtime movement teacher Marta Martín. A freeform, body-positive dance floor emphasizes somatic release, self-expression, and community connection.
Two morning ecstatic dance waves blend global rhythms with guided warmups and an opening circle led by longtime movement teacher Marta Martín. A freeform, body-positive dance floor emphasizes somatic release, self-expression, and community connection.
A guided ecstatic dance wave with warmup and an opening circle before an eclectic DJ journey through shifting time signatures and emotive peaks. Expect a community-focused, freeform movement space for expressive dance and embodied release.
A guided ecstatic dance wave with warmup and an opening circle before an eclectic DJ journey through shifting time signatures and emotive peaks. Expect a community-focused, freeform movement space for expressive dance and embodied release.
A guided ecstatic dance wave with warmup and an opening circle before an eclectic DJ journey through shifting time signatures and emotive peaks. Expect a community-focused, freeform movement space for expressive dance and embodied release.
Two morning ecstatic dance waves blend modern electronic beats with a guided warmup and opening circle to help participants drop out of their heads and into embodied movement. Facilitator Ted Riskin curates an inner-journey dance floor focused on shift and connection.
Two morning ecstatic dance waves blend modern electronic beats with a guided warmup and opening circle to help participants drop out of their heads and into embodied movement. Facilitator Ted Riskin curates an inner-journey dance floor focused on shift and connection.
Two morning ecstatic dance waves blend modern electronic beats with a guided warmup and opening circle to help participants drop out of their heads and into embodied movement. Facilitator Ted Riskin curates an inner-journey dance floor focused on shift and connection.
Gentle, guided platonic cuddle gathering held outdoors, centering consent, communication, and clear boundaries for non sexual touch in nature. Includes an optional cuddle component during the Montford Players show at 7:30 pm.
Gentle, guided platonic cuddle gathering held outdoors, centering consent, communication, and clear boundaries for non sexual touch in nature. Includes an optional cuddle component during the Montford Players show at 7:30 pm.
Gentle, guided platonic cuddle gathering held outdoors, centering consent, communication, and clear boundaries for non sexual touch in nature. Includes an optional cuddle component during the Montford Players show at 7:30 pm.
Hands-on backyard herbalism workshops teaching seasonal plant identification, medicinal preparations like tinctures and salves, and sustainable harvesting techniques; small-group, beginner-friendly sessions ideal for home gardeners and plant-curious locals.
Hands-on backyard herbalism workshops teaching seasonal plant identification, medicinal preparations like tinctures and salves, and sustainable harvesting techniques; small-group, beginner-friendly sessions ideal for home gardeners and plant-curious locals.
Hands-on backyard herbalism workshops teaching seasonal plant identification, medicinal preparations like tinctures and salves, and sustainable harvesting techniques; small-group, beginner-friendly sessions ideal for home gardeners and plant-curious locals.
A contemplative group hike across Kanuga’s scenic campus trails that builds community through quiet reflection and shared conversation. The walk culminates in a Celtic Eucharist with prayerful ritual and sacred music.
A contemplative group hike across Kanuga’s scenic campus trails that builds community through quiet reflection and shared conversation. The walk culminates in a Celtic Eucharist with prayerful ritual and sacred music.
A contemplative group hike across Kanuga’s scenic campus trails that builds community through quiet reflection and shared conversation. The walk culminates in a Celtic Eucharist with prayerful ritual and sacred music.
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.
A lively, participatory drum circle fills Pritchard Park with layered hand percussion, clapping, and improvised rhythms. Locals and visitors gather outdoors for an open, come and go community jam and dance friendly energy.
A lively, participatory drum circle fills Pritchard Park with layered hand percussion, clapping, and improvised rhythms. Locals and visitors gather outdoors for an open, come and go community jam and dance friendly energy.
A lively, participatory drum circle fills Pritchard Park with layered hand percussion, clapping, and improvised rhythms. Locals and visitors gather outdoors for an open, come and go community jam and dance friendly energy.
Midday group hike to Catawba Falls with a social, community-led pace through lush forest trails to a cascading waterfall overlook. Ideal for locals who want an outdoor meetup and shared trail time near Asheville.
Midday group hike to Catawba Falls with a social, community-led pace through lush forest trails to a cascading waterfall overlook. Ideal for locals who want an outdoor meetup and shared trail time near Asheville.
Midday group hike to Catawba Falls with a social, community-led pace through lush forest trails to a cascading waterfall overlook. Ideal for locals who want an outdoor meetup and shared trail time near Asheville.
An interactive waggle dance movement workshop blending experimental contemporary dance with an arts-center atmosphere. Expect participatory instruction and collaborative exploration rooted in performance and creative practice.
An interactive waggle dance movement workshop blending experimental contemporary dance with an arts-center atmosphere. Expect participatory instruction and collaborative exploration rooted in performance and creative practice.
An interactive waggle dance movement workshop blending experimental contemporary dance with an arts-center atmosphere. Expect participatory instruction and collaborative exploration rooted in performance and creative practice.
An intentionally crafted, heart opening song journey that blends melodic vocals with somatic presence and nature connection, inviting participants back to body, Land, roots, and shared belonging. Expect a gentle, intimate gathering with communal reflection and emotional reset.
An intentionally crafted, heart opening song journey that blends melodic vocals with somatic presence and nature connection, inviting participants back to body, Land, roots, and shared belonging. Expect a gentle, intimate gathering with communal reflection and emotional reset.
An intentionally crafted, heart opening song journey that blends melodic vocals with somatic presence and nature connection, inviting participants back to body, Land, roots, and shared belonging. Expect a gentle, intimate gathering with communal reflection and emotional reset.
Two back-to-back morning ecstatic dance waves guided by Sara Bensman’s energy-shifting DJ mix, with warmups and an opening circle to set intentions. A barefoot, freeform somatic movement space focused on self-expression, connection, and community care in a supportive container.
Two back-to-back morning ecstatic dance waves guided by Sara Bensman’s energy-shifting DJ mix, with warmups and an opening circle to set intentions. A barefoot, freeform somatic movement space focused on self-expression, connection, and community care in a supportive container.
Two back-to-back morning ecstatic dance waves guided by Sara Bensman’s energy-shifting DJ mix, with warmups and an opening circle to set intentions. A barefoot, freeform somatic movement space focused on self-expression, connection, and community care in a supportive container.
Downtown Pack Square turns into an outdoor Pride celebration with a vendor village, colorful community booths, and high-energy drag and live performances. Expect an inclusive festival vibe with music, dancing, and local organizations throughout the park.
Downtown Pack Square turns into an outdoor Pride celebration with a vendor village, colorful community booths, and high-energy drag and live performances. Expect an inclusive festival vibe with music, dancing, and local organizations throughout the park.
Downtown Pack Square turns into an outdoor Pride celebration with a vendor village, colorful community booths, and high-energy drag and live performances. Expect an inclusive festival vibe with music, dancing, and local organizations throughout the park.