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SUMMARY:2025 Appfest at Wicked Weed Brewing
DESCRIPTION:Appfest 2025\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOctober 4 12:00 pm – October 26 5:00 pm @ Brew Pub\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCelebrate all Appalachia has to offer with Wicked Weed Brewing’s annual Appfest during the month of October! \nLive music every Saturday at the Brewpub from 2-5 PM\, plus a Makers Market hosted by the Appalachian Artist Collective. \nEnjoy fall favorite beer releases\, fall flights and more. This month\, Appalachia Session IPA returns for a short time – on tap only at the Brew Pub in downtown Asheville. \n\nOn Saturday\, October 25\, Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy will host an info table for Appfest at the Brew Pub – so come by and say ‘Hi!’\nWicked Weed Brewing will donate $1 of all pours\, benefitting SAHC. 
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2025-appfest-at-wicked-weed-brewing/
LOCATION:Wicked Weed\, 91 Biltmore Avenue\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:"For Love of Beer & Mountains",Special Event,Upcoming
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SUMMARY:2025 Sneak Peek Screening of A Life ReImagined: The George Masa Story
DESCRIPTION:Please join Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy for a sneak peek screening of “A Life Reimagined: The George Masa Story”\, a new documentary by Emmy Award-winning director (and newly appointed SAHC Board Member) Paul Bonesteel/Bonesteel Films.\n\nEvent Details:\nWednesday\, October 22\, 2025High Gravity Room\, Sierra Nevada Brewery6:30 PM (Doors Open at 5:30) \nThis inspiring film explores the life and legacy of George Masa (1885–1933)\, the Japanese-born photographer whose passion for the Southern Appalachian landscape helped inspire the creation of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the Appalachian Trail.\n\nThe screening will also feature a special silent auction of a Masa-inspired painting by beloved local artist Moni Hill. Moni\, a well-known regional artist and admirer of Masa’s work\, has created an original piece inspired by one of his iconic photographs. All proceeds from the auction will go toward the completion of the film\, helping bring Masa’s remarkable story to a wider audience.\n\nTickets $15 each\, general admission (+ service fee).\n\nFor more info and ticket purchase:
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2025-sneak-peek-screening-of-a-life-reimagined-the-george-masa-story/
LOCATION:High Gravity Room at Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.\, 100 Sierra Nevada Way\, Mills River\, NC\, 28732\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event,Upcoming
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SUMMARY:2025 Hellbender Festival
DESCRIPTION:Hellbender Festival in Spruce Pine\, NC\nVolunteer with SAHC and learn about one of our coolest native aquatic species!\nDates & Time: Saturday 8/30 from 12-5 pm\nLocation: Downtown Spruce Pine\, NC\nPurpose: Share about SAHC’s conservation mission\, lead kids crafts and activities\, and sell merchandise to festival attendees.\nTable on behalf of SAHC at the Hellbender Festival in Spruce Pine\, NC! Learn more about the festival at their website. This is the first-ever North Carolina Hellbender Festival and will be in Downtown Spruce Pine with live music\, local art\, river science\, food trucks\, and outdoor adventure—all inspired by the ancient Eastern Hellbender. You can expect SAHC to communicate with you ahead of the festival\, sharing information\, FAQs\, the materials that will be on display on the table\, and more. Tabling is a fun way to help people learn a little bit more about what we do and why we do it. Please sign up using the form below. \nCurious about what tabling is like? Watch this volunteer training video on our YouTube Channel.
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/hellbender-festival/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Special Event,Upcoming,Volunteer Opportunity
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SUMMARY:2025 Meet the Mountains Festival
DESCRIPTION:Meet the Mountains Festival in Johnson City\, TN\nVolunteer with SAHC at one of the summer’s most adventurous outdoor festivals!\nDates & Times: Friday 8/15 from 12-1 pm and 4-9:30 pm and Saturday 8/16 from 10 am-8 pm\nLocation: Winged Deer Park Lakefront\, Johnson City\, TN\nPurpose: Share about SAHC’s conservation mission\, make native seed bombs with kids\, and sell merchandise to festival attendees.\nTable on behalf of SAHC at the Meet the Mountains Festival in Johnson City! Learn more about the festival at their website. The festival is a showcase of all the world-class outdoor action East Tennessee has to offer. You can expect SAHC to communicate with you ahead of the festival\, sharing information\, FAQs\, the materials that will be on display on the table\, and more. If you sign up for a set-up or breakdown shift\, SAHC staff will be there to assist! Tabling is a fun way to help people learn a little bit more about what we do and why we do it. Please sign up using the form below. \nCurious about what tabling is like? Watch this volunteer training video on our YouTube Channel.
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/meet-the-mountains/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Special Event,Upcoming,Volunteer Opportunity
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SUMMARY:2025 June Jamboree: Drop-In Social at Little Rock Creek
DESCRIPTION:Drop-In Social at Little Rock Creek Preserve\nDate: 6/14/2024\nTime: 1-4 pm\nWhere: Little Rock Creek Preserve\nCost: FREE\nRegistration: Pre-registration is REQUIRED\nFollowing the morning hikes and experiences\, participants are invited to stay for an afternoon drop-in social from 1 to 4 pm at SAHC’s Little Rock Creek Preserve. SAHC purchased the heart of the Little Rock Creek Preserve in 2020\, and an additional 57-acre adjoining property was donated as a preserve addition in 2023. The preserve is particularly unique in the Roan Highlands because in addition to healthy forest habitats\, it contains many seeps and wetland and floodplain habitats that are relatively rare in the mountains. A beautiful apple orchard\, once part of farm production in the 1940s\, now provides open habitat and a food source for a variety of wildlife and bird species.    \nDuring the June Jamboree Social\, SAHC staff will recognize the 2024 Stanley A. Murray Volunteer of the Year and share updates about our recent conservation work – including recently-protected Round Mountain and Richmond Hill tracts. \nWe invite everyone to join us in celebrating friends\, family\, and shared hike experiences. Drinks and light refreshments will be provided\, so please RSVP so we have enough for everyone! \n 
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2025-june-jamboree-drop-in-social-at-little-rock-creek/
LOCATION:Little Rock Creek Preserve
CATEGORIES:Hikes and Outings,June Jamboree,Special Event,Upcoming
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SUMMARY:2025 Land Trust Day - Volunteer at Mast General Store Asheville
DESCRIPTION:Land Trust Day is Saturday\, June 7\nVolunteer with SAHC to support local land and water conservation.\n \nTable on behalf of SAHC in celebration of Land Trust Day at Mast General Store in downtown Asheville! You can expect SAHC to communicate with you ahead of time\, sharing information\, FAQs\, the materials that will be on display on the table\, and more. If you sign up for a set-up or breakdown shift\, SAHC staff will be there to assist! Tabling is a fun way to help people learn a little bit more about what we do and why we do it. Please sign up using the form below. \nLand Trust Day was designated as a special day to recognize the efforts of conservation land trusts like Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy who contribute to the well-being of communities by preserving farmland for food production\, places for people to enjoy outdoor recreation\, clean water\, wildlife and plant habitat\, and scenic beauty. Conservation is an investment in local communities\, improving the quality of life for visitors and residents alike. SAHC’s Land Trust Day sponsors pledge to contribute a specific amount or donate a percentage of sales from Saturday\, June 7 in recognition of  SAHC’s positive impact on shared resources and communities.
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2025-land-trust-day-volunteer-at-mast-general-store-asheville/
LOCATION:Mast General Store\, Asheville\, 15 Biltmore Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event,Upcoming,Volunteer Opportunity
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SUMMARY:2025 Land Trust Day - Volunteer at Mast General Store Waynesville
DESCRIPTION:Land Trust Day is Saturday\, June 7\nVolunteer with SAHC to support local land and water conservation.\n\nTable on behalf of SAHC in celebration of Land Trust Day at Mast General Store in Waynesville! You can expect SAHC to communicate with you ahead of time\, sharing information\, FAQs\, the materials that will be on display on the table\, and more. If you sign up for a set-up or breakdown shift\, SAHC staff will be there to assist! Tabling is a fun way to help people learn a little bit more about what we do and why we do it. Please sign up using the form below. \nLand Trust Day was designated as a special day to recognize the efforts of conservation land trusts like Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy who contribute to the well-being of communities by preserving farmland for food production\, places for people to enjoy outdoor recreation\, clean water\, wildlife and plant habitat\, and scenic beauty. Conservation is an investment in local communities\, improving the quality of life for visitors and residents alike. SAHC’s Land Trust Day sponsors pledge to contribute a specific amount or donate a percentage of sales from Saturday\, June 7 in recognition of  SAHC’s positive impact on shared resources and communities. \n\n 
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2025-land-trust-day-mast-waynesville/
LOCATION:Mast General Store\, Waynesville\, 63 N Main St\, Waynesville\, NC\, 28786\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event,Upcoming,Volunteer Opportunity
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SUMMARY:2025 Land Trust Day - Closet Clean Out Sale!
DESCRIPTION:Land Trust Day is Saturday\, June 7\nJoin SAHC on Land Trust Day as we clean out our back stock of merchandise with a closet clean out sale!\nTime: 9 am – 12 pm\nLocation: SAHC Office\, 372 Merrimon Ave\, Asheville\, NC 28801 \nDiscover SAHC merchandise new and old! Sizes range from XS-3X\, as well as a few youth styles\, and women’s cuts; long sleeve tees\, short sleeve tees\, sun hoodies\, hats\, and beanies. Older styles will all be on sale for $15 with newer merchandise and hats at a 15% discount. Stop by SAHC’s office on Saturday\, June 7 to grab an old design before you head downtown to shop at Mast General Store! \nOverflow parking available behind Moe’s Southwest Grill.
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2025-land-trust-day-sale/
LOCATION:Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy\, 372 Merrimon Ave.\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event,Upcoming
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SUMMARY:2025 Flying Squirrel Ten-Miler
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a race that’s challenging\, scenic\, and unlike anything else? Welcome to The Flying Squirrel Ten Miler – Asheville’s premier 10-mile road race presented by Jus’ Running. Whether you’re chasing a personal record or just looking for an unforgettable running experience\, this race is for you. Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy is thrilled be the nonprofit beneficiary of this fun road race. PLUS\, it helps raise awareness about the Carolina Northern Flying Squirrel – an endangered species living in pockets of high elevation spruce-fir habitat in our Blue Ridge Mountains. \nStarting just blocks from downtown Asheville\, the one-of-a-kind course takes you on a journey through the winding\, shaded roads of Town Mountain\, including hidden gems like Sunset Drive and Patton Mountain Road. With the Southern Appalachians as your backdrop\, you’ll be earning those views every step of the way. \n\n  \nWe need your help! Can you volunteer with SAHC at the race?\nSAHC needs 4-6 volunteers to help us set up\, share information\, hand out post-race beverages\, and spread the word about SAHC’s conservation work at the Flying Squirrel 10-miler. You can expect an SAHC staff member to be there to help and to receive information\, FAQs\, the materials that will be on display on the table\, and more ahead of the event. Sign up to volunteer below. \n\n 
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2025-flying-squirrel-ten-miler/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Special Event,Volunteer Opportunity
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SUMMARY:2025 Land Trust Day
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date! Land Trust Day – Saturday\, June 7.\nShop to support local land and water conservation.\nLand Trust Day was designated as a special day to recognize the efforts of conservation land trusts like Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy who contribute to the well-being of communities by preserving farmland for food production\, places for people to enjoy outdoor recreation\, clean water\, wildlife and plant habitat\, and scenic beauty. Conservation is an investment in local communities\, improving the quality of life for visitors and residents alike. SAHC’s Land Trust Day sponsors pledge to contribute a specific amount or donate a percentage of sales from Saturday\, June 7 in recognition of  SAHC’s positive impact on shared resources and communities.  \nLand Trust Day was created to coincide with National Trails Day. We invite you to get outside to enjoy your favorite trails – and shop locally to support conservation! \nThank you to our 2025 Land Trust Day Sponsors: Mast General Store (Asheville and Waynesville locations)\, Wicked Weed Brewing\, Highland Brewing Company\, and Jus’ Running. \n  \n \n  \n  \n\nIn addition\, we will host a closet clean-out sale  for SAHC merchandise during Land Trust Day at our office at 372 Merrimon Avenue in Asheville from 9 am- 12 pm.  \nJoin SAHC on Land Trust Day as we clean out our back stock of merchandise with a closet clean out sale!\nTime: 9 am – 12 pm\nLocation: SAHC Office\, 372 Merrimon Ave\, Asheville\, NC 28801 \nDiscover SAHC merchandise new and old! Sizes range from XS-3X\, as well as a few youth styles\, and women’s cuts; long sleeve tees\, short sleeve tees\, sun hoodies\, hats\, and beanies. Older styles will all be on sale for $15 with newer merchandise and hats on a small discount. Stop by SAHC’s office on Saturday\, June 7 to grab an old design before you head downtown to shop at Mast General Store!
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2025-land-trust-day/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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SUMMARY:2025 Appalachia Evening Jam with the Darren Nicholson Band
DESCRIPTION:A benefit concert for Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy. \nTicket Price: $20 in Advance\, $25 at the Barn\, $10 for ages 8-16. (Children 7 and under are free) \nJoin us for an unforgettable evening of Appalachian Bluegrass by the Darren Nicholson Band and help SAHC celebrate 50+ years of local land and water conservation. A GRAMMY nominee and winner of 13 International Bluegrass Music Association awards\, Darren has taken his own brand of mountain music around the world. A regular for years on the Grand Ole Opry\, and a founding member of acclaimed bluegrass group Balsam Range\, Darren now spends his time recording\, writing new songs\, and performing with his new band of five. Band members include: Avery Welter\, Aynsley Porchak\, Kevin Sluder and Richard Foulk. \nThe Hickory Nut Gap Farm bar will serve cold beer\, Barn Door Ciderworks will serve hard cider\, and Garage BBQ\, Little Oven Pizzeria\, and Wicked Good Pretzels will remain on site for your food cravings. \n  \n\n\nClick HERE to Purchase Concert Tickets\n\n\nThis will be the final program for our special 2025 Appalachia Day celebration event. Find out more about Appalachia Day HERE.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you\, Sponsors!
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2025-appalachia-evening-jam-with-the-darren-nicholson-band/
LOCATION:Hickory Nut Gap Farm\, 57 Sugar Hollow Rd\, Fairview\, 28730
CATEGORIES:Special Event,Upcoming
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SUMMARY:2025 Appalachia Day at Hickory Nut Gap Farm
DESCRIPTION:Appalachia Day – A Celebration of All Things Appalachian!\nWhen: Saturday\, April 26 from 12 to 6 pm\nWhere: Hickory Nut Gap Farm in Fairview\, NC\n\n\nCome out and celebrate what you love about our mountain home – the views\, hiking\, local arts\, food\, live music and quality time with friends and family. Your purchases from local artisans and vendors will help the community recover from impacts of Hurricane Helene. \nDuring the day\, there will be food trucks on site\, live music all day\, a craft village market until 6 pm\, a raffle and more farm fun for the whole family \n\n\nFor the kids: Take a hayride or pony ride (provided by our friends at Project HNG\, until 4 pm; recommended donation of $10 to benefit Project HNG)\, visit the Hickory Nut Gap Farm animals\, or play in the culvert tunnel slides.  \nFor everyone: enjoy live music by Dan Shearin (of River Whyless) and friends from 4:00 to 5:30 pm\, plus local musicians the Root Diggers and Old Charlotte Highwaymen throughout the day. Kimberley Turner-Hall will be on hand to offer a Spring Bird’s Nest Basket weaving opportunity for children and adults.  \nA raffle and proceeds from beer sales\, provided by sponsors Wicked Weed Brewing and Highland Brewing Company (12 to 6 pm)\, will support Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy ongoing conservation efforts. You can purchase raffle tickets for Moni Hill’s painting ‘Winds of Change’ in advance HERE. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\nSpirit of Partnership\n“We deeply appreciate our partnerships with Wicked Weed Brewing\, Hickory Nut Gap Farm and Highland Brewing Company\,”  says SAHC Membership Director Cheryl Fowler. “Appalachia Day is just a great partnership event. The land at Hickory Nut Gap Farm has been conserved by Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy. In 2008\, Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy closed on the first of a series of conservation easements permanently protecting agricultural land and surrounding forests at Hickory Nut Gap\, a stunning setting for a farm popular for both products and as a place to enjoy farm tours and events. SAHC worked with descendants of James and Elizabeth McClure to preserve farm and forest land\, in partnership with many dedicated conservationists\, generous supporters\, and grant funders. In total\, SAHC has protected a network of about 1\,500 acres of conserved land surrounding Hickory Nut Gap and Fairview.” \n \nThank You\, Sponsors!\n“SAHC is grateful to Wicked Weed Brewing\, Highland Brewing Company and Explore Asheville for supporting ongoing local conservation efforts as part of our Corporate Partner program\,” adds Cheryl. “Their support for Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy underscores their commitment to protecting local farms\, streams\, watersheds\, mountains\, forests\, and outdoor recreation areas. Appalachia Day offers a unique and enjoyable way to soak in the vibrant culture\, natural beauty\, and community spirit of the Appalachian Mountains while actively supporting conservation efforts crucial to preserving this treasured region for generations to come. We look forward to enjoying a great day on the farm with friends and neighbors. Come on out y’all!” \n\n\n\n\nThank you\, Sponsors!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n \nAppalachia Evening Jam with the Darren Nicholson Band – 6:30 to 9:30 pm \nA benefit concert for Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy. \nTicket Price: $20 in Advance\, $25 at the Barn\, $10 for ages 8-16. (Children 7 and under are free)  \nJoin us for an unforgettable evening of Appalachian Bluegrass by the Darren Nicholson Band and help SAHC celebrate 50+ years of local land and water conservation. A GRAMMY nominee and winner of 13 International Bluegrass Music Association awards\, Darren has taken his own brand of mountain music around the world. A regular for years on the Grand Ole Opry\, and a founding member of acclaimed bluegrass group Balsam Range\, Darren now spends his time recording\, writing new songs\, and performing with his new band of five. Band members include: Avery Welter\, Aynsley Porchak\, Kevin Sluder and Richard Foulk. 
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/appalachia-day/
LOCATION:Hickory Nut Gap Farm\, 57 Sugar Hollow Rd\, Fairview\, 28730
CATEGORIES:Hikes and Outings,Special Event,Upcoming
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SUMMARY:2025 Appalachia Day Hike to Blue Ridge Pastures
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, April 26th\nTime: 8:30am\nWhere: Strawberry Gap to Blue Ridge Pastures\nDistance: 6 miles\nDifficulty: Moderately strenuous (7/10)\nCost: Free for Members. $10 for non-members.\nCome kick off Appalachia Day with Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy by joining us on the morning of April 26th for a hike to Blue Ridge Pastures via the Strawberry Gap Trail. Participants will hike a moderately strenuous 6 mile out-and-back through a beautiful forest while taking in sweeping views of Fairview\, NC before arriving at the remote Blue Ridge Pastures. Despite a mostly uphill 3-mile climb\, hikers will be rewarded with dramatic views of the Hickory Nut Gorge\, Bearwallow Mountain\, Little Pisgah Mountain\, and in the distance the highest mountains in the eastern United States.  \nThis trail is made possible through a partnership between two local land trusts – Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy (SAHC) and Conserving Carolina. SAHC owns Strawberry Gap Preserve and worked with multiple private landowners to protect this beautiful mountain land with conservation easements. Conserving Carolina then built the trail\, which connects to Trombatore Trail at Blue Ridge Pastures. This brings us to more than 16 miles of connected trails in the Upper Hickory Nut Gorge!  \n*Please note that Strawberry Gap passes through privately owned land and dogs are not allowed on this trail.  \nCost – $10 or Free to Members. Registration for this event will close at end of day on Thursday\, April 23rd. \n 
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2025-appalachia-day-hike-to-blue-ridge-pastures/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Hikes and Outings,Special Event,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250322T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250322T120000
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SUMMARY:2025 Winter Hiking Challenge Celebration @ SAHC Community Farm
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, March 22nd\nTime: 10:00am\nWhere: SAHC Community Farm\, Alexander\, NC\nThis is a private event for individuals who registered for the 2025 Winter Hiking Challenge.\nWe at Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy are excited to wrap up another successful Winter Hiking Challenge!  Over 300 participants took on the challenge with us in pursuit of 60 miles hiked in 60 days\, and we managed to raise nearly $10\,000 along the way!  For those who took part in the winter fun\, we invite you to join us at our Community Farm in Alexander\, NC for a mid-morning picnic and celebratory gathering.  SAHC will provide pastries and other sweet treats as we share stories of our winter adventures! \nOur 140-acre Community Farm\, located just outside of Asheville\, is a dynamic hub for conservation projects and agricultural initiatives. An ideal place for photographers\, nature-lovers\, and individuals interested in regenerative agriculture\, our stream restoration project\, shortleaf pine reforestation project\, farm incubator program\, and education center\, are a few of the highlights. \nPlease be aware that the Community Farm is an active facility not open to the public without the accompaniment of SAHC staff.  To ensure the safety of all participants\, maintain staff capacity\, and create a positive experience\, pre-registration for the hike is mandatory.  Upon registration\, you will receive an email containing specific information about where to meet on the farm and other essential details. It’s crucial to note that a significant portion of the hike may not be disability accessible. \nRegistration for this event will close at end of day on Thursday\, March 20th. \nIf you have any questions please email Justin Tucker at justin@appalachian.org. \n 
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/winter-hiking-challenge-celebration/
LOCATION:SAHC Community Farm (Event Venue)\, 180 Mag Sluder Road\, Alexander\, NC\, 28701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hikes and Outings,Special Event,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250130T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250130T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T215458Z
UID:26885-1738234800-1738252800@appalachian.org
SUMMARY:Blood Drive at The Hub in Pisgah Forest
DESCRIPTION:Save lives\, earn $30\, AND contribute to SAHC’s mission\, protecting and stewarding over 90\,000 acres of Southern Appalachian farms\, forests\, and mountains since 1974! As part of January’s partnership between Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy and The Hub in Pisgah Forest\, The Hub is hosting a Blood Drive with The Blood Connection benefitting SAHC on Thursday\, January 30 from 11 am to 4 pm. Sign up for an appointment online at https://donate.thebloodconnection.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/268408. Every donor will receive $30 in rewards and SAHC will receive $10 for every donation. \nEvent Details\nWhere: The Hub and Pisgah Tavern\, 11 Mama’s Place\, Brevard\, NC – Google Map Link\nWhen: Thursday\, January 30\, 2025\n11:00 am – 04:00 pm\nSet-up: Mobile Bus\nSign Up: https://donate.thebloodconnection.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/268408 \n 
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/january-blood-drive/
LOCATION:The Hub\, 11 Mama's Pl\, Pisgah Forest\, NC\, 28768\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250117T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250117T180000
DTSTAMP:20250111T023010Z
CREATED:20250111T014820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250111T023010Z
UID:26924-1737126000-1737136800@appalachian.org
SUMMARY:SAHC Tabling at The Hub and Pisgah Tavern
DESCRIPTION:This January\, Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy is proud to be The Hub and Pisgah Tavern‘s nonprofit partner of the month! We’re so excited to team up with an iconic gathering place for outdoor recreation lovers in WNC. As part of the collaboration\, SAHC will be tabling at The Hub from 3 to 6 PM on Friday\, January 17. Staff will be there to answer questions\, share materials\, and raffle off a new piece of For Love and Beer and Mountains merch for FREE. We hope to see you there! If you’re coming and are hungry for a bite to eat\, enjoy offerings from Smasheville‘s food truck. \nIn addition\, you can find SAHC’s NEW “For Love of Beer and Mountains” merchandise\, hats\, and beanies available for purchase at The Hub all month long! The Hub will generously be donating all proceeds from the merchandise directly to SAHC.
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/sahc-at-the-hub/
LOCATION:The Hub\, 11 Mama's Pl\, Pisgah Forest\, NC\, 28768\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241012T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241012T213000
DTSTAMP:20241007T203655Z
CREATED:20240822T185606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T203655Z
UID:26053-1728757800-1728768600@appalachian.org
SUMMARY:2024 Appalachia Evening Jam with Darren Nicholson Band
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT IS CANCELED.\nWe hope to be able to reschedule this event in the coming weeks so we can come together as a community. For now\, the infrastructure and the travel conditions in Western NC do not allow for this event to occur. Please stay connected to SAHC via Facebook and Instagram for more news.\n\n  \nA benefit concert for Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy.\nSaturday\, October 12 from 6:30 to 9:30 pm\nat Hickory Nut Gap Farm in Fairview\, NC\nTicket Price: $20 in Advance\, $25 at the Barn\, $10 for ages 8-16. (Children 7 and under are free) \nJoin us for an unforgettable evening of Appalachian Bluegrass by the Darren Nicholson Band and help SAHC celebrate our 50th year of local land and water conservation. \nA GRAMMY nominee and winner of 13 International Bluegrass Music Association awards\, Darren has taken his own brand of mountain music around the world. A regular for years on the Grand Ole Opry\, and a founding member of acclaimed bluegrass group Balsam Range\, Darren now spends his time recording\, writing new songs\, and performing with his new band of five. Band members include: Avery Welter\, Aynsley Porchak\, Kevin Sluder and Richard Foulk. \n  \nSponsor – Thank you!
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2024-appalachia-evening-jam-with-darren-nicholson-band/
LOCATION:Hickory Nut Gap Farm\, 57 Sugar Hollow Rd\, Fairview\, 28730
CATEGORIES:Special Event,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240922T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240922T160000
DTSTAMP:20240916T194454Z
CREATED:20240916T194454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T194454Z
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SUMMARY:Ani and Wanei Culture Fest
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the rich heritage of land and people at the The Ani & Wanei Culture Fest!\n\nOn Sunday\, Sept. 22 from 12 to 4 pm\, the Noquisi Initiative will present a day of Cherokee and Appalachian cultural experience and fun at Hickory Nut Gap Farm. Enjoy learning about the people of this place from early Cherokee to today.\n\nThe Ani & Wanei Culture Fest is FREE and open to the public.\n\n\n\nEnjoy:\n– Live entertainment including: An indigenous flute performance and storytelling by Jarrett Wildcat\, the Igali Puppet Performers sharing Cherokee language\, dance performances with the Warriors of Anikituhwa\, and bluegrass music by Andrew Wakefield.\n– Live speakers including Cherokee Miss Royalties speaking on their platforms.\n– New trail kiosk dedication ceremony.\n– Food will be available through the Native Nummies Food Truck serving frybread tacos.\n– Beverages will be vended by MerTail Mocktails (NA) Their elixirs are organic and wildcrafted\, featuring bioregional diversity throughout the Americas and Appalachian folk medicine formulated into beverage concentrates that are colorful\, flavorful and steeped in energetics and herbs.\n– Native and non-native craft vendors ranging from paintings\, pottery\, basketry\, beading\, painting\, fiber\, cornhusk dolls\, jewelry\, and copperwork.\n\n\n\nSouthern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy is proud to be a sponsor of the event.\n\n\nFind out more HERE >>
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/ani-and-wanei-culture-fest/
LOCATION:Hickory Nut Gap Farm\, 57 Sugar Hollow Rd\, Fairview\, 28730
CATEGORIES:Special Event,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240921T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240921T220000
DTSTAMP:20240916T230154Z
CREATED:20240916T230154Z
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SUMMARY:2024 Clawtoberfest at Highland Brewing Company
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for a day of Clawtoberfest fun at Highland Brewing Company!\nDuring the 3rd annual Clawtoberfest\, a portion of proceeds from sales of the seasonal Clawhammer lager will be donated to Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy\, to support local land and water conservation. \nEnjoy live music\, games and activities – with food trucks on site for refreshment. \nClawtoberfest Activities\nKeg Roll\nStein Hoist\nBest Dressed Awards for Adults and Groups\nMeadow Market (Saturday and Sunday) \nLive Music \nLagerhosen | 1pm to 4pm\nHustle Souls | 6pm to 9pm \nFood Trucks\nEl Kimchi | 11pm to 7pm\nMountain View BBQ | 12pm to 8pm\nThe Blue Cardinal | 1pm to 9pm\nSmokee’s Pizza | 2pm to 10pm \n  \nMore info at https://highlandbrewing.com/calendar/clawtoberfest-2024/
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2024-clawtoberfest-at-highland-brewing-company/
LOCATION:Highland Brewing Company\, 12 Old Charlotte Highway\, Asheville\, NC\, 28803\, United States
CATEGORIES:"For Love of Beer & Mountains",Special Event,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240601T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240601T170000
DTSTAMP:20240312T221303Z
CREATED:20240312T221303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T221303Z
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SUMMARY:Flying Squirrel Ten Miler
DESCRIPTION:Experience the Blue Ridge Mountains with the Flying Squirrel Ten Miler\, Asheville’s premier 10 Mile road race. Enjoy the ease and convenience of a road race with the spectacular views and seclusion of a mountain race. The race starts and finishes just blocks from downtown Asheville and then promptly takes runners on the winding roads of Town Mountain. Participants will enjoy shaded mountain roads typically only used by locals\, such as the beautiful Sunset Drive and Patton Mountain Road. One thing about The Flying Squirrel Ten Miler is sure: you’ve got to “earn” those views. The Blue Ridge mountains are hilly and so is the Flying Squirrel Ten Miler! \nRegistration is $55 for this race – and price increases after April 28. \nSouthern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy is thrilled to be a nonprofit beneficiary of this race.
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/flying-squirrel-ten-miler-2/
LOCATION:Jus’ Running
CATEGORIES:Special Event,Upcoming
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240602
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SUMMARY:2024 Land Trust Day
DESCRIPTION:On Land Trust Day – this year Saturday\, June 1 – local businesses pledge to donate a portion of sales to support Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy’s ongoing land and water conservation efforts. \nLand Trust Day coincides with National Trails Day and is celebrated each year on the first Saturday of June to recognize the accomplishments of land trusts in our region. Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy works with partners in the U.S. Forest Service and national park system to protect land for public enjoyment along the Appalachian National Scenic Trail\, the Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail\, the Mountains-to-Sea Trail\, trails accessible off the Blue Ridge Parkway\, and many more. We preserve large viewsheds enjoyed by visitors to public lands and trails in the mountains of NC and TN\, as well as local farms that support the farm-to-table sector of our regional economy. Land Trust Day is an opportunity for local businesses to recognize the impact of land trusts like SAHC on our state and local economies\, and to ‘give back’ by supporting ongoing conservation of natural resources – a major economic engine for WNC and East TN. \n\nEach business that participates in Land Trust Day pledges to donate a percentage of sales from this day\, or a lump sum donation\, in support and recognition of Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy’s efforts. \n“Each year as we approach Land Trust Day\, it is our hope that by working together we can help people understand that we must preserve our environment – its beauty\, its water\, its open spaces\, its inhabitants. It is what gives us life\, both literally and figuratively\,” says Lisa Cooper at Mast General Store. \n  \nPlease mark your calendars and plan to shop and dine to support conservation! Thank you to our 2024 Land Trust Day Sponsors:\n\n\nAsheville and Waynesville stores
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2024-land-trust-day/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Special Event,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240531T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240531T150000
DTSTAMP:20240531T164203Z
CREATED:20240412T003153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240531T164203Z
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SUMMARY:50th Anniversary Celebration - Rooted in the Past and Growing for the Future
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, May 31 from 1 to 3 pm\nTN Visitor Center on I-26\, Unicoi County\n \nYou are invited to celebrate with all of the SAHC family at our special 50th anniversary event. Soak in the beauty of protected land and savor the benefits conservation in the Southern Appalachians. Looking over a view of the 10\,000-acre Rocky Fork watershed\, one of SAHC’s keystone successes\, we will toast milestone achievements of the past 50 years and announce major projects for the future of conservation. \nSAHC has grown from a small group of committed volunteers brought together by a love of hiking the Roan Highlands to a sophisticated\, multi-state\, non-profit organization at the forefront of nationally recognized conservation efforts. Share the good stories\, reminisce about the hard times\, resonate with the poetry of place\, and be inspired by epic conservation plans on the horizon. \nThis celebratory gathering will feature special guest speakers and light refreshments.\n  \nPlease RSVP for this Event.\nIf you plan to attend the 50th Anniversary celebration on May 31\, please let us know! \n\n  \n  \nFeatured Speakers: \n Dr. Mamie Parker \nFormer Head of Fisheries for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)\, Dr. Mamie Parker has been breaking barriers as a professional fish and wildlife biologist\, success coach and principal consultant at Ecologix Group\, Inc. She spent a successful 30-year career as a biologist and senior executive in the federal government as the FWS Chief of Staff\, Assistant Director of Habitat Conservation/Head of Fisheries. \nDr. Parker made history serving as the first African American FWS Regional Director of the 13 Northeastern states after working in the Great Lakes and Big Rivers regions and in the southeastern United States. While serving as board chair of Virginia Game and Inland Fisheries Commission\, the board passed a diversity resolution that’s become a model for other states\, changed the board name from “game” to wildlife\, and protected migratory birds threatened by major bridge construction. Instead of “rubber-stamping” a project that would have displaced many birds (allowed under the weakening of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act)\, the Department drafted a  regulations to protect migratory birds across Virginia. Read More >> \nWiley Cash\nWiley Cash is the New York Times bestselling author of four novels – When Ghosts Come Home\, The Last Ballad\, A Land More Kind Than Home\, and This Dark Road to Mercy – and the founder of This Is Working\, an online creative community. He’s been a fellow at Yaddo and the MacDowell Colony\, and he teaches fiction writing and literature at the University of North Carolina-Asheville. He lives in North Carolina with his wife\, photographer Mallory Cash\, and their daughters. Cash’s short stories and essays have appeared in The Oxford American\, Garden & Gun\, Our State Magazine\, and other publications\, and his fiction has been adapted for the stage and film. He has taught creative writing and literature at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill\, Bethany College\, the University of North Carolina-Asheville\, and the University of Louisiana-Lafayette. He holds a Ph.D. in American Literature from UL-Lafayette\, an M.A. in English from the University of North Carolina-Greensboro\, and a B.A. in Literature from UNC-Asheville. Read More >> \nCarl Silverstein\nSAHC Executive Director Carl Silverstein joined the SAHC staff in 2000. He graduated from Stanford University in 1984 with a BA in History\, and the University of Alabama Law School in 1988. Carl practiced law in Seattle before moving to Asheville in 1995. Carl serves on the Claims Committee of Terrafirma Risk Retention Group. Terrafirma is a charitable risk pool created by the national Land Trust Alliance to insure its members against the legal costs of defending conservation interests. With 24 years of experience as Executive Director of SAHC\, Carl has guided staff through countless obstacles and navigated successful conservation outcomes for some of the most exciting and worthwhile projects in our 50-year history.
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/50th-anniversary-celebration-rooted-in-the-past-and-growing-for-the-future/
LOCATION:TN Visitor Center on I-26 Erwin\, Unicoi\, 100 Fiddlers Ln\, Erwin\, TN\, 37650\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240518T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240518T140000
DTSTAMP:20240517T014211Z
CREATED:20240311T230324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240517T014211Z
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SUMMARY:2024 Black History Bicycle Ride & Lunch with Pathways to Parks
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, May 18th\nTime: Bike Ride @10:00am & Lunch @12:30pm\nDifficulty:  Bike ride moderate (6/10) – 16 miles roundtrip\, elevation gain: 1\,109′\nTotal ride time is estimated to be 2-2.5 hours\, including stops.\nCost: FREE for all participants\, but registration is required and space is limited \nJoin us and special guests from Pathways to Parks on a special countryside bicycle ride exploring farmland conservation and rural black history in Alexander\, NC. This loop rolls over gentle hills through the Alexander/Leicester area with views of open farmland valleys and breathtaking vistas of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The vision of Pathways to Parks is to motivate Americans of color to get outdoors and enjoy the benefits of nature in our national\, state and local parks and to help make it easy and accessible for them to do so. \nThe ride will begin at the SAHC Community Farm and then proceed to the historic Alexander Chapel Baptist Church\, site of a historic African American church and cemetery. At this stop\, riders will be joined by Annette Coleman\, whose family was from this area. Annette will share information about the history of the church and preservation efforts to care for the site.  Annette is one of the members of ASCORE – the Asheville Student Committee on Racial Equity – which desegregated public spaces in Asheville in the 1960s. \nThis ride will start and end at the SAHC Community Farm where afterward everyone will enjoy a catered lunch courtesy of Pathways to Parks. If you are not interested in the bike ride but are still interested in the event\, please still join us for lunch\, where we will have a remarks and presentation on the history of the Alexander Baptist Church. Everyone is invited to join us for lunch and fellowship after the ride\, starting at 12:30pm. \nThis ride is FREE and open to the public\, but some road cycling experience and proper safety equipment are recommended. Helmets are required\, and we recommend water bottles as well as a snack for emergency energy. You may want to consider bringing a spare tube and pump. Less experienced riders should feel comfortable on this route\, however\, riding in this region always involves some hill climbing and this route is no exception. There are three climbs with a 1-2% grade that will require low gears and moderate to high effort. We will be riding on rural roads with no bike lanes alongside some vehicle traffic. This is a no-drop ride\, so nobody will be left behind! \nThank you for your interest in this event but the registration is currently FULL. If you are still interested in the ride and would like to be added to the waitlist\, please email Travis@appalachian.org. Thank you!
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2024-black-history-conservation-bicycle-ride-with-pathways-to-parks/
LOCATION:SAHC Community Farm (Event Venue)\, 180 Mag Sluder Road\, Alexander\, NC\, 28701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event,Upcoming
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231105
DTSTAMP:20231129T181954Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T181954Z
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SUMMARY:Appalachia Day with Wicked Weed Brewing
DESCRIPTION: Thank you to everyone who joined us for a wonderful event!\n  \n\nAppalachia Day\nWhen: Saturday\, November 4 from 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm\nWhere: Hickory Nut Gap Farm in Fairview\, NC\nEmbrace the beauty and culture of the Appalachian Mountains at Hickory Nut Gap Farm in Fairview\, NC\, in support of the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy. Appalachia Day will be held on Saturday\, November 4th as a celebration for everything “Appalachia.” Come out and celebrate what you love about the mountains – the raffle\, food\, music by The Hill Climbers\, The Holler Choir\, and Dan Shearin\, crafts and more! \nAppalachia Day invites attendees to immerse themselves in the essence of Appalachia with an array of engaging activities. You can enter a chance to win a private farm tour guided by Farm Director Virginia Hamilton\, offering insights into the workings of this regenerative farm ($250 value). Take the kids on a hay ride or pony ride (operating hours are from 11:00 – 4:00).  While enjoying the festivities\, you can savor delectable offerings from food trucks on-site and cold beers\, including the  Appalachia Session IPA by Wicked Weed Brewing. \nProceeds from beer sales and a raffle held during the event will help support the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy. Wicked Weed Brewing will also match all bar sales! \nOur partnership with Wicked Weed Brewing underscores their commitment to supporting the preservation of local farms\, streams\, watersheds\, mountains\, forests\, and outdoor recreation areas. They do this through their #BeersThatBuild program\, and your participation in this event acknowledges and appreciates their dedication to protecting the places we all cherish in the Appalachian region. We’re also grateful to our friends at Hickory Nut Gap Farm for donating the space for this event.  Appalachia Day offers a unique and enjoyable way to immerse yourself in the vibrant culture\, natural beauty\, and community spirit of the Appalachian Mountains while actively supporting conservation efforts crucial to preserving this treasured region for generations to come. \n“This is a great partnership event\,” says Membership Director Cheryl Fowler. “The land at Hickory Nut Gap Farm was permanently protected by Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy in 2008 with a farmland conservation easement\, and SAHC is grateful to Wicked Weed Brewing for supporting ongoing local conservation efforts as a corporate partner. We look forward to enjoying a great day on the farm with friends and neighbors!” \n\n\n\n\n\nEntertainment Schedule:\n12 – 2 pm — The Hill Climbers\n2:15 – 4:15 pm — The Holler Choir\n4:30 – 6:30 pm — Dan Shearin\n\nHay Rides from 12 – 4 pm for $6 per person and Pony Rides for $5 per person. Proceeds benefit Project HNG.\n\nVendors:\n\nWNC Fibers & Handweavers Guild\nBlaze on Creations soy candles\nOther Side Hemp products\nSweet Abode Artisan Soap home and bath products\nRosa Friedrichs pottery\nFruit Boots printmaking\nBill Jones pottery\nIris Tian Fairy Hair\nRose Hardesty pottery\nSkipping Pibble Designs\nTerri Friday pottery\nGather and Forage\n\n\nFood Vendors:\n\n\nGarage BBQ\nMeadowsweet Creamery\nBlunt Pretzel Cart\n\n\n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\nIt’s harvest celebration time – come join us on the farm!\n\n\n  \n\nAppalachia Day Hike to Ferguson Peak\nWe are also hosting a Hike to Ferguson Peak on the Strawberry Gap Trail as part of Appalachia Day – Click HERE for more details and registration form. \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/appalachia-day-and-ferguson-peak-hike/
LOCATION:Hickory Nut Gap Farm\, 57 Sugar Hollow Rd\, Fairview\, 28730
CATEGORIES:Hikes and Outings,Special Event,Upcoming
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230918
DTSTAMP:20230915T201050Z
CREATED:20230915T201050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230915T201050Z
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SUMMARY:2023 Clawtoberfest at Highland Brewing Company
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday for Highland Brewing Company‘s second annual Clawtoberfest event. They will be celebrating Saturday\, September 16th (main event) and Sunday September 17th.\nTIP: If you’re planning to attend on Saturday\, arrive early and park in the back OR carpool/rideshare.  Lederhosen\, Dirndls\, and all festive Oktoberfest outfits are encouraged! \nAs with all Highland Brewing Company’s seasonal beer releases\, a portion proceeds from beer sales will be donated to support Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy’s land conservation work. SAHC volunteers will be on site from 12 to 8 pm on Saturday\, September 16 to share info about land and water conservation\, and they’ll have SAHC  merch for sale. Drop by to say ‘Hi’ and raise a pint “For Love of Beer & Mountains”! \nPlease join in thanking Highland Brewing Company for their continue support of local land and water conservation. They help us save the places you love!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat’s Pouring?\nClawhammer – Marzen Lager \nB’Autumns Up – Dark Lager \nFestbier – Party Lager \nHellbender – Smoked Marzen \nDistance Driver – Kolsch Style Ale \nMunich Dunkel – Brown Lager \nVendors\nCraft Market 1-6 pm Saturday and Sunday \nCustom embroidered Clawhammer bandanas (Saturday)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMusic\nSaturday Only \nLagerhosen Band (traditional) \n1-4pm \nLazr Luvr (80s) \n6-9pm \nFood\nGerman Street Food Menu from Post 25’s Outpost (Saturday) \nGerman offerings from Cielito Food Truck (Sunday) \nPlus 2-3 additional food truck offerings!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOktoberfest Games\nSaturday Only \nKeg Roll \nStein Hoist \nStein Race \nMoustache Contest \nBest Dressed (categories for adult\, child and pet)
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2023clawtoberfest/
LOCATION:Highland Brewing Company\, 12 Old Charlotte Highway\, Asheville\, NC\, 28803\, United States
CATEGORIES:"For Love of Beer & Mountains",Special Event,Upcoming
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SUMMARY:2023 June Jamboree Drop-in Social
DESCRIPTION:Location: Little Cove Creek Preserve\, 269 Stockton Rd\, Roan Mountain\, TN 37687 \nStart Time: 1 pm \nEnd Time: 4 pm \nWe will hold a drop-in social on our Little Cove Creek Preserve in the afternoon of Saturday\, June 10th. We invite everyone to join us in celebrating friends\, family and shared hike experiences while learning about SAHC’s recent land protection news. Drinks and light refreshments will be provided\, so please RSVP so we have enough for everyone!  \nWe look forward to seeing you and hope you all join us in celebrating the Roan Highlands!  \nThank you for taking interest in our event with Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy!\n\nI am sorry to say that our event is currently FULL and we cannot accept any more attendees at this time. However\, if you are still interested in the event\, please contact me at travis@appalachian.org and your name and email will be put on a wait-list. I will contact you if a spot becomes available.  If you have any questions\, you can contact me at travis@appalachian.org.  \nThank you for your interest in SAHC! \n-Travis Bordley
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2023-june-jamboree-drop-in-social/
LOCATION:Little Cove Creek Preserve\, 269 Stockton Rd\, Roan Mountain\, TN\, 37687\, United States
CATEGORIES:June Jamboree,Special Event,Upcoming
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UID:22603-1685779200-1685811600@appalachian.org
SUMMARY:2023 Land Trust Day
DESCRIPTION:Support SAHC on Land Trust Day! Shop and Dine for Conservation \nOn Land Trust Day – June 3 – local businesses have pledged to donate a portion of sales to support Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy’s ongoing land and water conservation efforts.  \nLand Trust Day coincides with National Trails Day and is celebrated each year on the first Saturday of June to recognize the incredible land protection accomplishments of land trusts in our region. \n\nSpecial thanks to Mast General Store in Waynesville and Asheville for donating almost $200\,000 since 2003 and many other local businesses for supporting SAHC on Land Trust Day over the years! \n“Each year as we approach Land Trust Day\, it is our hope that by working together we can help people understand that we must preserve our environment – its beauty\, its water\, its open spaces\, its inhabitants. It is what gives us life\, both literally and figuratively\,” says Lisa Cooper at Mast General Store. \nPlease mark your calendars and plan to shop and dine to support conservation! Thank you to our 2023 Land Trust Day Sponsors:\nAsheville and Waynesville stores
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2023-land-trust-day/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Special Event,Upcoming
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SUMMARY:2023 Flying Squirrel Ten Miler
DESCRIPTION:Experience some of the best road running in Asheville with The Flying Squirrel Ten Miler\, Asheville’s premier 10 Mile road race. Enjoy the ease and convenience of a road race with the spectacular views and seclusion of a mountain race. The race starts and finishes just blocks from downtown Asheville and then promptly takes runners on the winding roads of Town Mountain. Participants will enjoy shaded mountain roads typically only used by locals\, such as the beautiful Sunset Drive and Patton Mountain Road. One thing about The Flying Squirrel Ten Miler is sure: you’ve got to “earn” those views. The Southern Appalachians are hilly and so is The Flying Squirrel Ten Miler. \nThe course features five miles of gradual uphill and five miles of gradual downhill with a bit of flat at the beginning and end. Runners will gain over 1\,400′ and lose over 1\,400′ throughout the 10 mile long course. \nRunners will Start and Finish just north of Downtown Asheville on the corner of Orange Street and South Liberty Street.\nNavigating to the race Start/Finish: Enter 55 Orange St\, Asheville\, NC on your device. \nSouthern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy has been chosen again this year as the nonprofit beneficiary of the race!  \n\nRegistration is NOW OPEN! Prices increase on April 2\, 2023 – Register early to save!
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/flying-squirrel-ten-miler/
LOCATION:Jus’ Running
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTAMP:20230425T202201Z
CREATED:20230425T202201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T202201Z
UID:23179-1684602000-1684618200@appalachian.org
SUMMARY:Homeplace Beer Co. Celebrates Year of the Trail
DESCRIPTION:2023 is the Year of the Trail!\nHomeplace Beer Company and the Yancey Chamber of Commerce invite you to celebrate Yancey County\, NC and all the amazing outdoor recreations in our “backyard” Saturday\, May 20\, 2023. NC High Peaks Trail Association lead a group hike to Phillips Knob from Homeplace Beer Company\, starting at 9 am.\n\n\n\nAt 5 pm\, vendors from the following organizations will be set up with information\, ready to chat about all the work being done to connect folks to our wonderful natural landscapes:\nBlue Ridge Parkway Foundation\nYancey Humane Society – Tails to Trails\nNC High Peaks/Mount Mitchell State Park\nNC Outdoor Adventure\nMountain BizWorks\nSouthern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy\nThe Conservancy Fund\nBlue Ridge Conservancy\n\n\n\nHog Hollow Wood Fired Pizza will be serving delicious fare all night and the Homeplace Beer Co. taps will be flowing.\n\nCrystal Fountains Bluegrass will perform live on the Homeplace stage starting at 6:30 pm.\n\n \nCLICK HERE for more info.
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/homeplace-beer-co-celebrates-year-of-the-trail/
LOCATION:Homeplace Beer Company\, 321 W. Main ST.\, Burnsville\, NC\, 28714
CATEGORIES:"For Love of Beer & Mountains",Special Event,Upcoming
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SUMMARY:Mosaic Art Walk and Benefit
DESCRIPTION:We have a winner! Thank you to all who came out to support conservation and see us at the Haen Gallery tonight! We have a raffle winner and they have been already been notified.\nOn Thursday\, May 18\, from 5-8 p.m.\, Mosaic Realty comes together with 12 downtown Asheville galleries to create a unique community art walk and benefit. This free fundraiser\, open to the public\, will be hosted by Mosaic real estate agents\, with each gallery highlighting a different local nonprofit organization – including Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy. \nTake in the eclectic work of local\, regional and international artists while learning about the fantastic work being done by each nonprofit. There will be lite fare and beverages as well as the opportunity to purchase raffle tickets to win exciting prizes\, with all proceeds going to the highlighted organization. Additionally\, each gallery will contribute a percentage of sales to its featured nonprofit. \nHaen Gallery is one of 12 galleries downtown that will host the first annual Asheville Art Walk in an effort to showcase Asheville’s talented local artists. Haen Gallery has chosen Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy as their non-profit beneficiary for the evening. SAHC will receive 10% of proceeds from the sale of artwork at Haen Gallery during the event. There will also be items for raffle\, to benefit SAHC. Chris Foley\, gallery owner\, is donating a piece of his work for the raffle and Matt Christie of Green River Woods will contribute a hand-made butcher-block\, plus SAHC and our partners at Chestnut\, Wicked Weed Brewing\, and Highland Brewing Company have put together a ‘local bundle’ of gift certificates and goodies. \nAdvance purchase of raffle tickets has NOW CLOSED. You can purchase tickets at the event. Drawing for the raffle will be 7:30 pm May 18.\nThe Mosaic Art Walk and Benefit is yet another way Mosaic connects community members\, supporting organizations essential to the health and vitality of Asheville. Ready to take in Asheville’s art and entertainment scene\, support worthy local causes\, and meet Mosaic agents all at the same time? Visit MosaicArtWalk.com for more info about participating galleries\, raffle prizes and featured nonprofit partners! \nCLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO at MyMosaicRealty.com
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/mosaic-art-walk-and-benefit/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Special Event,Upcoming
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