The Botanical Series: Roots & Spirits
After-hours arboretum wander with plant-forward sips that connect local botanicals, craft spirits, and sense of place. Expect guided tasting notes and garden strolls centered on roots, herbs, and regional terroir.
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A botanical-themed first-pour cocktail night born from a collaboration between Chemist and The North Carolina Arboretum. Expect plant-forward flavors in a dim cocktail-lounge setting, blending garden inspiration with craft mixology and community buzz.
A botanical-themed first-pour cocktail night born from a collaboration between Chemist and The North Carolina Arboretum. Expect plant-forward flavors in a dim cocktail-lounge setting, blending garden inspiration with craft mixology and community buzz.
A botanical-themed first-pour cocktail night born from a collaboration between Chemist and The North Carolina Arboretum. Expect plant-forward flavors in a dim cocktail-lounge setting, blending garden inspiration with craft mixology and community buzz.
Dusk guided sensory immersion through Blue Ridge oak and hemlock, combining slow mindful walking, breathwork, and nature attunement prompts to reduce stress and deepen somatic connection to the forest.
Dusk guided sensory immersion through Blue Ridge oak and hemlock, combining slow mindful walking, breathwork, and nature attunement prompts to reduce stress and deepen somatic connection to the forest.
Dusk guided sensory immersion through Blue Ridge oak and hemlock, combining slow mindful walking, breathwork, and nature attunement prompts to reduce stress and deepen somatic connection to the forest.
Guided community walk focused on identifying seasonal wild edibles and learning safe, practical foraging techniques. Expect an easy-paced nature stroll with hands-on plant ID, ethical harvesting tips, and local ecology context.
Guided community walk focused on identifying seasonal wild edibles and learning safe, practical foraging techniques. Expect an easy-paced nature stroll with hands-on plant ID, ethical harvesting tips, and local ecology context.
Guided community walk focused on identifying seasonal wild edibles and learning safe, practical foraging techniques. Expect an easy-paced nature stroll with hands-on plant ID, ethical harvesting tips, and local ecology context.
Immersive sound bath in a botanical garden setting, pairing resonant tones and gentle vibrations with fresh-air stillness. A guided relaxation experience designed for stress relief, grounding, and quiet reflection outdoors.
Immersive sound bath in a botanical garden setting, pairing resonant tones and gentle vibrations with fresh-air stillness. A guided relaxation experience designed for stress relief, grounding, and quiet reflection outdoors.
Immersive sound bath in a botanical garden setting, pairing resonant tones and gentle vibrations with fresh-air stillness. A guided relaxation experience designed for stress relief, grounding, and quiet reflection outdoors.
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.
Hands-on mycology walk through garden trails focused on identifying common Southern Appalachian mushroom groups and their key field marks. Expect seasonal fungi spotting, safety-minded ID tips, and naturalist-style discussion in an outdoor setting.
Hands-on mycology walk through garden trails focused on identifying common Southern Appalachian mushroom groups and their key field marks. Expect seasonal fungi spotting, safety-minded ID tips, and naturalist-style discussion in an outdoor setting.
Hands-on mycology walk through garden trails focused on identifying common Southern Appalachian mushroom groups and their key field marks. Expect seasonal fungi spotting, safety-minded ID tips, and naturalist-style discussion in an outdoor setting.
Field-based instruction on identifying wild edible plants and seasonal mushrooms around Asheville. Emphasis on safe ID practices, sustainable harvesting ethics, and practical tips for finding, collecting, and using local forage.
Field-based instruction on identifying wild edible plants and seasonal mushrooms around Asheville. Emphasis on safe ID practices, sustainable harvesting ethics, and practical tips for finding, collecting, and using local forage.
Field-based instruction on identifying wild edible plants and seasonal mushrooms around Asheville. Emphasis on safe ID practices, sustainable harvesting ethics, and practical tips for finding, collecting, and using local forage.
Hands-on mushroom identification class with specimen study indoors, then a guided walk through the Botanical Garden to spot common Southern Appalachian fungi. Covers safety, edible and medicinal uses, regional species ID, and bring-your-own finds for discussion.
Hands-on mushroom identification class with specimen study indoors, then a guided walk through the Botanical Garden to spot common Southern Appalachian fungi. Covers safety, edible and medicinal uses, regional species ID, and bring-your-own finds for discussion.
Hands-on mushroom identification class with specimen study indoors, then a guided walk through the Botanical Garden to spot common Southern Appalachian fungi. Covers safety, edible and medicinal uses, regional species ID, and bring-your-own finds for discussion.
Free, small-group guided hike through the Arboretum’s botanically diverse woodland trails, moving across multiple forest types. Seasonal interpretation highlights wildflowers, tree and plant identification, and natural history led by trained volunteer guides.
Free, small-group guided hike through the Arboretum’s botanically diverse woodland trails, moving across multiple forest types. Seasonal interpretation highlights wildflowers, tree and plant identification, and natural history led by trained volunteer guides.
Free, small-group guided hike through the Arboretum’s botanically diverse woodland trails, moving across multiple forest types. Seasonal interpretation highlights wildflowers, tree and plant identification, and natural history led by trained volunteer guides.
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.
Hands-on workshop on creating plant vouchers—pressed botanical specimens paired with clear labels and documentation. Learn practical herbarium-style preparation techniques while making artistic, functional records for study and collection.
Hands-on workshop on creating plant vouchers—pressed botanical specimens paired with clear labels and documentation. Learn practical herbarium-style preparation techniques while making artistic, functional records for study and collection.
Hands-on workshop on creating plant vouchers—pressed botanical specimens paired with clear labels and documentation. Learn practical herbarium-style preparation techniques while making artistic, functional records for study and collection.
Biologists break down a recent acoustic bat study conducted on Arboretum property, with a hands-on mist netting demonstration to illustrate field methods. Expect wildlife research insights, nocturnal species ID talk, and conservation context in a garden setting.
Biologists break down a recent acoustic bat study conducted on Arboretum property, with a hands-on mist netting demonstration to illustrate field methods. Expect wildlife research insights, nocturnal species ID talk, and conservation context in a garden setting.
Biologists break down a recent acoustic bat study conducted on Arboretum property, with a hands-on mist netting demonstration to illustrate field methods. Expect wildlife research insights, nocturnal species ID talk, and conservation context in a garden setting.
Resonant sound bath tones ripple through botanical gardens, inviting a nervous system reset amid rustling leaves and seasonal blooms. A nature-immersed, deeply calming wellness experience guided by Asheville Wellness Tours.
Resonant sound bath tones ripple through botanical gardens, inviting a nervous system reset amid rustling leaves and seasonal blooms. A nature-immersed, deeply calming wellness experience guided by Asheville Wellness Tours.
Resonant sound bath tones ripple through botanical gardens, inviting a nervous system reset amid rustling leaves and seasonal blooms. A nature-immersed, deeply calming wellness experience guided by Asheville Wellness Tours.
A social group walk with the Asheville Amblers on the NC Arboretum’s garden paths and forest trails, timed for the weekend of the annual plant show. Expect an easygoing outdoor meetup focused on fresh air and community connection.
A social group walk with the Asheville Amblers on the NC Arboretum’s garden paths and forest trails, timed for the weekend of the annual plant show. Expect an easygoing outdoor meetup focused on fresh air and community connection.
A social group walk with the Asheville Amblers on the NC Arboretum’s garden paths and forest trails, timed for the weekend of the annual plant show. Expect an easygoing outdoor meetup focused on fresh air and community connection.
Guided behind the scenes walk through a small batch distillery, from grain and mash to fermentation and stills. End with a curated spirits tasting that highlights house-made flavors and production techniques.
Guided behind the scenes walk through a small batch distillery, from grain and mash to fermentation and stills. End with a curated spirits tasting that highlights house-made flavors and production techniques.
Guided behind the scenes walk through a small batch distillery, from grain and mash to fermentation and stills. End with a curated spirits tasting that highlights house-made flavors and production techniques.
Hands-on soil science learning focused on how soil functions and practical ways to build healthier, more productive garden beds and crop ground. Ideal for gardeners and growers interested in sustainable soil health at the arboretum.
Hands-on soil science learning focused on how soil functions and practical ways to build healthier, more productive garden beds and crop ground. Ideal for gardeners and growers interested in sustainable soil health at the arboretum.
Hands-on soil science learning focused on how soil functions and practical ways to build healthier, more productive garden beds and crop ground. Ideal for gardeners and growers interested in sustainable soil health at the arboretum.
A Western North Carolina cheese celebration with curated tastings and artisan vendors set inside a working Black Mountain distillery. Expect local creamery specialties, community mingling, and spirit pairings in a relaxed fall festival atmosphere.
A Western North Carolina cheese celebration with curated tastings and artisan vendors set inside a working Black Mountain distillery. Expect local creamery specialties, community mingling, and spirit pairings in a relaxed fall festival atmosphere.
A Western North Carolina cheese celebration with curated tastings and artisan vendors set inside a working Black Mountain distillery. Expect local creamery specialties, community mingling, and spirit pairings in a relaxed fall festival atmosphere.
Early-morning quiet hours bring a low-noise pause to the gardens and trails, with maintenance equipment silenced for a calmer soundscape. Wander, sit, and breathe in a slow-paced nature immersion designed for mindful reflection.
Early-morning quiet hours bring a low-noise pause to the gardens and trails, with maintenance equipment silenced for a calmer soundscape. Wander, sit, and breathe in a slow-paced nature immersion designed for mindful reflection.
Early-morning quiet hours bring a low-noise pause to the gardens and trails, with maintenance equipment silenced for a calmer soundscape. Wander, sit, and breathe in a slow-paced nature immersion designed for mindful reflection.
A mile long illuminated garden walk winds through the Arboretum with glowing light sculptures, colorful forests, and festive seasonal scenes. Self paced after dark strolling makes an easy family friendly holiday outing with plenty of photo spots.
A mile long illuminated garden walk winds through the Arboretum with glowing light sculptures, colorful forests, and festive seasonal scenes. Self paced after dark strolling makes an easy family friendly holiday outing with plenty of photo spots.
A mile long illuminated garden walk winds through the Arboretum with glowing light sculptures, colorful forests, and festive seasonal scenes. Self paced after dark strolling makes an easy family friendly holiday outing with plenty of photo spots.
Roaring Twenties inspired cocktail social with jazz lounge vibes and a Fitzgerald era aesthetic. Expect gin cocktails, dressed up nightlife energy, and late evening mingling in a grand hotel setting.
Roaring Twenties inspired cocktail social with jazz lounge vibes and a Fitzgerald era aesthetic. Expect gin cocktails, dressed up nightlife energy, and late evening mingling in a grand hotel setting.
Roaring Twenties inspired cocktail social with jazz lounge vibes and a Fitzgerald era aesthetic. Expect gin cocktails, dressed up nightlife energy, and late evening mingling in a grand hotel setting.