Wilderness First Aid (WFA) Course
Hands on wilderness first aid training focused on backcountry injury response, patient assessment, splinting, wound care, and improvised transports during realistic field scenarios led by experienced outdoor instructors.
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Practical, scenario based instruction in wilderness first aid and outdoor emergency response, emphasizing hands on skills and certification preparation for beginner to intermediate outdoor leaders and backcountry travelers.
Practical, scenario based instruction in wilderness first aid and outdoor emergency response, emphasizing hands on skills and certification preparation for beginner to intermediate outdoor leaders and backcountry travelers.
Practical, scenario based instruction in wilderness first aid and outdoor emergency response, emphasizing hands on skills and certification preparation for beginner to intermediate outdoor leaders and backcountry travelers.
Practical 16 hour Wilderness and Remote First Aid training combining classroom lecture and hands on practice for managing injuries in delayed-help outdoor scenarios. Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED can be added Saturday evening; optional overnight lodging available.
Practical 16 hour Wilderness and Remote First Aid training combining classroom lecture and hands on practice for managing injuries in delayed-help outdoor scenarios. Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED can be added Saturday evening; optional overnight lodging available.
Practical 16 hour Wilderness and Remote First Aid training combining classroom lecture and hands on practice for managing injuries in delayed-help outdoor scenarios. Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED can be added Saturday evening; optional overnight lodging available.

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.
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.
Wade along forest trails to cascading falls on a guided afternoon hike through Pisgah National Forest, encountering creek crossings, rhododendron thickets, and seasonal wildflowers while learning local ecology.
Wade along forest trails to cascading falls on a guided afternoon hike through Pisgah National Forest, encountering creek crossings, rhododendron thickets, and seasonal wildflowers while learning local ecology.
Wade along forest trails to cascading falls on a guided afternoon hike through Pisgah National Forest, encountering creek crossings, rhododendron thickets, and seasonal wildflowers while learning local ecology.
Gentle guided nature immersion among Blue Ridge pines, using sensory awareness, mindful breathing, and silent pauses to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in an unhurried outdoor setting.
Gentle guided nature immersion among Blue Ridge pines, using sensory awareness, mindful breathing, and silent pauses to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in an unhurried outdoor setting.
Gentle guided nature immersion among Blue Ridge pines, using sensory awareness, mindful breathing, and silent pauses to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in an unhurried outdoor setting.
Transformative earthskills immersion in the Blue Ridge Mountains with 300+ hands on classes, nightly communal music, and intergenerational camping at Wild Human Preserve for skill building, nature connection, and community.
Transformative earthskills immersion in the Blue Ridge Mountains with 300+ hands on classes, nightly communal music, and intergenerational camping at Wild Human Preserve for skill building, nature connection, and community.
Transformative earthskills immersion in the Blue Ridge Mountains with 300+ hands on classes, nightly communal music, and intergenerational camping at Wild Human Preserve for skill building, nature connection, and community.
Gentle morning yoga flows and guided hikes through spring wildflower meadows and forest bathing sessions near Hendersonville, combining nature therapy with restorative movement for a four day wellness retreat in April.
Gentle morning yoga flows and guided hikes through spring wildflower meadows and forest bathing sessions near Hendersonville, combining nature therapy with restorative movement for a four day wellness retreat in April.
Gentle morning yoga flows and guided hikes through spring wildflower meadows and forest bathing sessions near Hendersonville, combining nature therapy with restorative movement for a four day wellness retreat in April.

Overnight nature retreat focused on viewing rare Appalachian blue ghost fireflies, with guided night hikes and quiet low light forest immersion; camping style accommodations encourage stargazing and nocturnal wildlife observation.

Overnight nature retreat focused on viewing rare Appalachian blue ghost fireflies, with guided night hikes and quiet low light forest immersion; camping style accommodations encourage stargazing and nocturnal wildlife observation.
Overnight nature retreat focused on viewing rare Appalachian blue ghost fireflies, with guided night hikes and quiet low light forest immersion; camping style accommodations encourage stargazing and nocturnal wildlife observation.
Outdoor winter yoga beside a rushing waterfall on the Catawba River for a micro retreat of slow flow sequences, guided breathwork, and restorative meditation; small group session suitable for all levels amid river canyon scenery.
Outdoor winter yoga beside a rushing waterfall on the Catawba River for a micro retreat of slow flow sequences, guided breathwork, and restorative meditation; small group session suitable for all levels amid river canyon scenery.
Outdoor winter yoga beside a rushing waterfall on the Catawba River for a micro retreat of slow flow sequences, guided breathwork, and restorative meditation; small group session suitable for all levels amid river canyon scenery.

Staff naturalists lead an observational walk through The North Carolina Arboretum, spotting plants, animals, and signs of wildlife while adapting topics to on-site discoveries and participant questions for hands-on field identification and ecology.

Staff naturalists lead an observational walk through The North Carolina Arboretum, spotting plants, animals, and signs of wildlife while adapting topics to on-site discoveries and participant questions for hands-on field identification and ecology.
Staff naturalists lead an observational walk through The North Carolina Arboretum, spotting plants, animals, and signs of wildlife while adapting topics to on-site discoveries and participant questions for hands-on field identification and ecology.
Hands-on naloxone (NARCAN) training covering overdose recognition, rescue breaths, and intranasal naloxone administration; free monthly session available in-person and via Zoom for community members and caregivers.
Hands-on naloxone (NARCAN) training covering overdose recognition, rescue breaths, and intranasal naloxone administration; free monthly session available in-person and via Zoom for community members and caregivers.
Hands-on naloxone (NARCAN) training covering overdose recognition, rescue breaths, and intranasal naloxone administration; free monthly session available in-person and via Zoom for community members and caregivers.
Hands-on experiential workshop teaching practical mindfulness and focus techniques for everyday life, including breathwork, attention exercises, short meditations, and strategies for stress reduction and workplace resilience.
Hands-on experiential workshop teaching practical mindfulness and focus techniques for everyday life, including breathwork, attention exercises, short meditations, and strategies for stress reduction and workplace resilience.
Hands-on experiential workshop teaching practical mindfulness and focus techniques for everyday life, including breathwork, attention exercises, short meditations, and strategies for stress reduction and workplace resilience.
Gentle vinyasa and restorative yoga paired with guided mindfulness sits and mountain nature walks in Swannanoa; small-group circles foster meaningful connection, stress-reduction practices, and practical tools for daily balance.
Gentle vinyasa and restorative yoga paired with guided mindfulness sits and mountain nature walks in Swannanoa; small-group circles foster meaningful connection, stress-reduction practices, and practical tools for daily balance.
Gentle vinyasa and restorative yoga paired with guided mindfulness sits and mountain nature walks in Swannanoa; small-group circles foster meaningful connection, stress-reduction practices, and practical tools for daily balance.
Hands-on naloxone (Narcan) training teaching overdose recognition, rescue response, and intranasal administration; free quarterly sessions with hybrid in-person and Zoom options for community harm-reduction readiness.
Hands-on naloxone (Narcan) training teaching overdose recognition, rescue response, and intranasal administration; free quarterly sessions with hybrid in-person and Zoom options for community harm-reduction readiness.
Hands-on naloxone (Narcan) training teaching overdose recognition, rescue response, and intranasal administration; free quarterly sessions with hybrid in-person and Zoom options for community harm-reduction readiness.

Scenic group hike to cascading waterfalls along a moderate forest trail with rocky pools and short elevation gains; participants meet downtown for a neighborhood meetup and typically carpool to the trailhead.

Scenic group hike to cascading waterfalls along a moderate forest trail with rocky pools and short elevation gains; participants meet downtown for a neighborhood meetup and typically carpool to the trailhead.
Scenic group hike to cascading waterfalls along a moderate forest trail with rocky pools and short elevation gains; participants meet downtown for a neighborhood meetup and typically carpool to the trailhead.
Regional resilience leaders and community partners convene for collaborative capacity-building sessions focused on emergency preparedness, mutual aid coordination, and network-building best practices to strengthen local response systems.
Regional resilience leaders and community partners convene for collaborative capacity-building sessions focused on emergency preparedness, mutual aid coordination, and network-building best practices to strengthen local response systems.
Regional resilience leaders and community partners convene for collaborative capacity-building sessions focused on emergency preparedness, mutual aid coordination, and network-building best practices to strengthen local response systems.

Hands-on Naloxone (Narcan) demonstration and harm-reduction basics for overdose prevention, free monthly training with in-person and Zoom options, hosted and taught by Sunrise Recovery and AmeriHealth Caritas.

Hands-on Naloxone (Narcan) demonstration and harm-reduction basics for overdose prevention, free monthly training with in-person and Zoom options, hosted and taught by Sunrise Recovery and AmeriHealth Caritas.
Hands-on Naloxone (Narcan) demonstration and harm-reduction basics for overdose prevention, free monthly training with in-person and Zoom options, hosted and taught by Sunrise Recovery and AmeriHealth Caritas.
Gentle guided sensory walks through towering pines and mossy understories at the NC Arboretum, focusing on mindful breathing, ambient forest sounds, and nature immersion to reduce stress and deepen awareness.
Gentle guided sensory walks through towering pines and mossy understories at the NC Arboretum, focusing on mindful breathing, ambient forest sounds, and nature immersion to reduce stress and deepen awareness.
Gentle guided sensory walks through towering pines and mossy understories at the NC Arboretum, focusing on mindful breathing, ambient forest sounds, and nature immersion to reduce stress and deepen awareness.

One-hour virtual training teaching trauma-informed psychological first aid and simple, powerful strategies to support others after crises; free for WNC residents and held weekly on Zoom.

One-hour virtual training teaching trauma-informed psychological first aid and simple, powerful strategies to support others after crises; free for WNC residents and held weekly on Zoom.
One-hour virtual training teaching trauma-informed psychological first aid and simple, powerful strategies to support others after crises; free for WNC residents and held weekly on Zoom.