
Shut In Trail to Hard Times Road Loop
A morning trail loop hike from the Bent Creek River Park parking lot, meeting across Hwy 191 from the Arboretum entrance. Outdoor community gathering with a faith based “Worship in the Wild” vibe on the Shut In Trail to Hard Times Road route.
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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.

A relaxed evening stroll through the Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary boardwalk loop, then a two mile lap on the lakeside trail. Social but low pressure pace geared toward introverts, with plans to walk rain or shine unless lightning.

A relaxed evening stroll through the Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary boardwalk loop, then a two mile lap on the lakeside trail. Social but low pressure pace geared toward introverts, with plans to walk rain or shine unless lightning.
A relaxed evening stroll through the Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary boardwalk loop, then a two mile lap on the lakeside trail. Social but low pressure pace geared toward introverts, with plans to walk rain or shine unless lightning.

Mountaintop yoga and grounding practices at a Blue Ridge Parkway overlook, blending slow-flow movement with breathwork and quiet nature immersion. A short micro-retreat designed for reset and stress relief in crisp mountain air.

Mountaintop yoga and grounding practices at a Blue Ridge Parkway overlook, blending slow-flow movement with breathwork and quiet nature immersion. A short micro-retreat designed for reset and stress relief in crisp mountain air.
Mountaintop yoga and grounding practices at a Blue Ridge Parkway overlook, blending slow-flow movement with breathwork and quiet nature immersion. A short micro-retreat designed for reset and stress relief in crisp mountain air.

A social paced mountain bike group ride rolls out from the Ledford Trailhead in Bent Creek for a friendly, no drop style trail loop. Expect steady climbing, flowy singletrack, and community focused riding.

A social paced mountain bike group ride rolls out from the Ledford Trailhead in Bent Creek for a friendly, no drop style trail loop. Expect steady climbing, flowy singletrack, and community focused riding.
A social paced mountain bike group ride rolls out from the Ledford Trailhead in Bent Creek for a friendly, no drop style trail loop. Expect steady climbing, flowy singletrack, and community focused riding.

A no drop mountain bike group ride through Bent Creek trails with a Motion Makers-led pace that keeps everyone together. Roll back to the shop afterward for danishes and casual post-ride hangs.

A no drop mountain bike group ride through Bent Creek trails with a Motion Makers-led pace that keeps everyone together. Roll back to the shop afterward for danishes and casual post-ride hangs.
A no drop mountain bike group ride through Bent Creek trails with a Motion Makers-led pace that keeps everyone together. Roll back to the shop afterward for danishes and casual post-ride hangs.

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.

A short guided hike into a mature Appalachian mountainside forest in Weaverville blends forest bathing, quiet presence with trees, and nature-based reflection. Expect periods of silence plus gentle sharing focused on roots, grounding, and reconnecting with Mother Earth.

A short guided hike into a mature Appalachian mountainside forest in Weaverville blends forest bathing, quiet presence with trees, and nature-based reflection. Expect periods of silence plus gentle sharing focused on roots, grounding, and reconnecting with Mother Earth.
A short guided hike into a mature Appalachian mountainside forest in Weaverville blends forest bathing, quiet presence with trees, and nature-based reflection. Expect periods of silence plus gentle sharing focused on roots, grounding, and reconnecting with Mother Earth.
A slow, sensory forest bathing walk through the North Carolina Arboretum’s landscaped trails, designed for calm attention to sounds, scents, and textures. Expect a restorative nature immersion led by Asheville Wellness Tours.
A slow, sensory forest bathing walk through the North Carolina Arboretum’s landscaped trails, designed for calm attention to sounds, scents, and textures. Expect a restorative nature immersion led by Asheville Wellness Tours.
A slow, sensory forest bathing walk through the North Carolina Arboretum’s landscaped trails, designed for calm attention to sounds, scents, and textures. Expect a restorative nature immersion led by Asheville Wellness Tours.

Women-led mountain bike group ride rolling from the Ledford parking lot trailhead in Bent Creek with posted pace and route details. Choose Monday evening or Wednesday morning options tailored to different skill levels and supportive trail camaraderie.

Women-led mountain bike group ride rolling from the Ledford parking lot trailhead in Bent Creek with posted pace and route details. Choose Monday evening or Wednesday morning options tailored to different skill levels and supportive trail camaraderie.
Women-led mountain bike group ride rolling from the Ledford parking lot trailhead in Bent Creek with posted pace and route details. Choose Monday evening or Wednesday morning options tailored to different skill levels and supportive trail camaraderie.

Quiet hours in the Arboretum’s gardens and trails, with leaf blowers and mowers paused so birdsong and wind in the trees take center stage. Ideal for a self-guided, mindful morning walk with half-price parking.

Quiet hours in the Arboretum’s gardens and trails, with leaf blowers and mowers paused so birdsong and wind in the trees take center stage. Ideal for a self-guided, mindful morning walk with half-price parking.
Quiet hours in the Arboretum’s gardens and trails, with leaf blowers and mowers paused so birdsong and wind in the trees take center stage. Ideal for a self-guided, mindful morning walk with half-price parking.

Social-paced gravel cycling ride starting at Rice Pinnacle in Bent Creek, mixing rolling forest roads with mellow climbs. A community group ride vibe focused on connection, steady pacing, and getting outside together.

Social-paced gravel cycling ride starting at Rice Pinnacle in Bent Creek, mixing rolling forest roads with mellow climbs. A community group ride vibe focused on connection, steady pacing, and getting outside together.
Social-paced gravel cycling ride starting at Rice Pinnacle in Bent Creek, mixing rolling forest roads with mellow climbs. A community group ride vibe focused on connection, steady pacing, and getting outside together.

A casual group bike ride that rolls into an outdoor coffee meetup for chat, caffeine, and community connection. Expect an easy social pace and a friendly, low pressure hang geared toward local cyclists.

A casual group bike ride that rolls into an outdoor coffee meetup for chat, caffeine, and community connection. Expect an easy social pace and a friendly, low pressure hang geared toward local cyclists.
A casual group bike ride that rolls into an outdoor coffee meetup for chat, caffeine, and community connection. Expect an easy social pace and a friendly, low pressure hang geared toward local cyclists.

A guided, easy-pace group walk around Lake Junaluska with scenic shoreline views and chances to spot fall foliage. Ideal for casual hikers seeking light exercise, local nature, and friendly conversation.

A guided, easy-pace group walk around Lake Junaluska with scenic shoreline views and chances to spot fall foliage. Ideal for casual hikers seeking light exercise, local nature, and friendly conversation.
A guided, easy-pace group walk around Lake Junaluska with scenic shoreline views and chances to spot fall foliage. Ideal for casual hikers seeking light exercise, local nature, and friendly conversation.

A full-day group trek for adults 50 and older, with time outdoors and an active pace. Registration through Asheville Parks & Recreation opens 30 days before the outing.

A full-day group trek for adults 50 and older, with time outdoors and an active pace. Registration through Asheville Parks & Recreation opens 30 days before the outing.
A full-day group trek for adults 50 and older, with time outdoors and an active pace. Registration through Asheville Parks & Recreation opens 30 days before the outing.

Slow, guided shinrin yoku through native hardwoods, emphasizing mindful breathing, sensory awareness, and gentle walking for restoration, stress relief, and deeper connection to seasonal fall foliage; suitable for beginners.

Slow, guided shinrin yoku through native hardwoods, emphasizing mindful breathing, sensory awareness, and gentle walking for restoration, stress relief, and deeper connection to seasonal fall foliage; suitable for beginners.
Slow, guided shinrin yoku through native hardwoods, emphasizing mindful breathing, sensory awareness, and gentle walking for restoration, stress relief, and deeper connection to seasonal fall foliage; suitable for beginners.

A midday group hike to Catawba Falls with a social, outdoorsy crew. Expect a scenic waterfall trail walk with steady pacing, photo stops, and casual conversation on the way in and out.

A midday group hike to Catawba Falls with a social, outdoorsy crew. Expect a scenic waterfall trail walk with steady pacing, photo stops, and casual conversation on the way in and out.
A midday group hike to Catawba Falls with a social, outdoorsy crew. Expect a scenic waterfall trail walk with steady pacing, photo stops, and casual conversation on the way in and out.

Women-focused group mountain bike rides on Bent Creek trails, meeting at the Ledford Parking Lot/Rice Pinnacle Trailhead with a roll-out shortly after meetup time. Weekly options on Monday evenings or Wednesday mornings cater to different skill levels and schedules.

Women-focused group mountain bike rides on Bent Creek trails, meeting at the Ledford Parking Lot/Rice Pinnacle Trailhead with a roll-out shortly after meetup time. Weekly options on Monday evenings or Wednesday mornings cater to different skill levels and schedules.
Women-focused group mountain bike rides on Bent Creek trails, meeting at the Ledford Parking Lot/Rice Pinnacle Trailhead with a roll-out shortly after meetup time. Weekly options on Monday evenings or Wednesday mornings cater to different skill levels and schedules.

Two hours of hushed arboretum trails and garden wandering with no mowers or leaf blowers, tuned to birdsong and wind through the trees. First Tuesday morning quiet hours include a parking discount for a calmer arrival.

Two hours of hushed arboretum trails and garden wandering with no mowers or leaf blowers, tuned to birdsong and wind through the trees. First Tuesday morning quiet hours include a parking discount for a calmer arrival.
Two hours of hushed arboretum trails and garden wandering with no mowers or leaf blowers, tuned to birdsong and wind through the trees. First Tuesday morning quiet hours include a parking discount for a calmer arrival.