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SUMMARY:Roan Mountain Garlic Mustard Pull
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, May 2 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM the Appalachian Trail Conservancy is partnering with the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy (SAHC)\, Roan Mountain State Park\, and the Cherokee National Forest to remove invasive garlic mustard around the Appalachian Trail. \nAll are invited to join us for a fun day of helping to protect the natural habitats and biodiversity found in the A.T. landscape – no experience needed. Plucking out the pesky invaders when they are young is relatively easy and very rewarding work\, but it does take a lot of hands! You also might get to see spring wildflowers that are able to grow in the area\, thanks to the hard work of volunteers who pulled garlic mustard in the past. \nSchedule: \n9:00 AM to 9:15 AM – Introduction\, safety talk\, etc. Volunteers will be briefed\, divided into groups\, and dispersed across the Park and along public roadsides to pull garlic mustard. There will need to be some shuttling and driving of personal vehicles to make this happen. \n9:15 AM to 1:00 PM – Pulling and bagging up garlic mustard! \nFood/Drinks: Please bring your own snacks\, lunch\, and bottled water. Lunch is not provided. Water and light snacks are available from the Conference Center vending machines. \nEquipment/Precautions: Work gloves and trash bags will be provided. Feel free to bring personal gloves or a trowel. Pulling garlic mustard is usually easy\, but a trowel can be helpful for compacted roadside soil and stubborn roots. \nYou will need: A hat and/or sunscreen\, long pants\, sturdy shoes\, lunch\, water\, a warm layer for high elevation hiking\, and rain gear. If you are allergic to poison ivy or insects\, consider wearing long sleeves and pants as a precaution. \nNote: It may be difficult to return to your car while we are working\, so bring a bag to keep your items with you throughout the day. Some work sites are very steep. Please let us know in the morning\, if you prefer to work on flatter terrain or have medical conditions. First aid kits will be on site. \nSome work sites are very steep. Please inform your trip leader before the workday if you prefer to work on flatter terrain or have medical conditions.
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/roan-mountain-garlic-mustard-pull/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Roan Stewardship Volunteer,Upcoming,Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260425T120000
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SUMMARY:Get in Gear Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Outdoor Business Alliance’s\n11th Annual Get In Gear Festival\nApril 25\, 2026\nPresented by Fred Anderson Subaru\nSaturday\, 12-5 pm – RAIN OR SHINE! \nLocation – New Belgium Brewing \nFREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! \nConnect with local companies\, products\, and experiences. \n\nDemo the latest gear + exclusive sales\, discounts\, and giveaways\nEnjoy local food and beverages\nActivities for the whole family\n\nEnjoy activities for all ages and outdoor experience levels. Explore an exciting marketplace of outdoor gear and local experiences\, meet industry experts\, demo the latest gear and equipment\, shop special deals\, taste local food and beverages\, and enjoy on-site activities at New Belgium Brewing’s Liquid Center. Join us for a fun and relaxed afternoon hanging out with friends and your favorite outdoor companies. \nSouthern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy will host a table at the event; come see us! SAHC is one of the member partners of the Outdoor Business Alliance. \nFor more info\, visit OutdoorBusinessAlliance.com. \n\nVolunteer to Help SAHC Table Below!
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/get-in-gear-festival/
LOCATION:New Belgium Brewery\, 21 Craven Streed\, Asheville\, NC\, 28806\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260419T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260419T170000
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SUMMARY:Shibori Fun 2 – Galaxita Workshop at SAHC Community Farm
DESCRIPTION:Shibori Fun – Galaxita Workshop at SAHC Community Farm\n\n\n\nDATE: Sunday\, April 19 \nTIME: 1 pm to 5 pm \nCOST: $115 person \nDISCOUNTS: SAHC members get $10 OFF / Returning Students get $20 OFF \n\n\nDescription:\nGuest artist Meredith Law returns to host another fun art and nature workshop at the SAHC Community Farm – Shibori with a variety of natural dyes. This workshop is so popular\, she’s hosting TWO opportunities to participate – one on Saturday and this one on Sunday. \nCreate a wearable Work of Art! This special class is perfect for both beginners and returning students. Dive into the galaxy of Shibori\, a Japanese tie-dye technique that transforms fabric through folding\, twisting\, binding\, and shaping before dipping it in dyes to create incredible patterns . \nInstead of traditional indigo\, you’ll experiment with a beautiful range of natural dyes like: marigold\, iron\, madder\, & cochineal. Learn to create patterns on cotton\, silk\, & linen. \nNo prior art experience is needed – just bring your curiosity and love for nature! \n$115 fee includes all materials. includes a variety of materials for exploration\, plus one linen napkin & one silk scarf. Additional blank textiles will be available for purchase. \nScholarships available = everyone deserves art  \n  \nClick HERE for More Info and Registration\n  \n\n\n\nBio – Meredith Law:\nI’m a naturalist\, artist\, and event designer who gets excited about the tiniest details.  With a BFA in sculpture and a degree in botany\, my passion lies in collecting unusual pieces from nature and creating elegant things out of the unexpected.  For my event design company\, I act as art director\, illustrator\, and event brand ambassador making sure every detail tells a story.  But what I really love is teaching folks to make beautiful things by exploring where nature meets art. \nInstagram: @meredithlawdesign \nWebsite: galaxita.com
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/shibori-fun-2-galaxita-workshop-at-sahc-community-farm/
LOCATION:SAHC Community Farm (Event Venue)\, 180 Mag Sluder Road\, Alexander\, NC\, 28701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event,Upcoming,Workshop
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260418T150000
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SUMMARY:Shibori Fun – Galaxita Workshop at SAHC Community Farm
DESCRIPTION:Shibori Fun – Galaxita Workshop\n\n\nDATE: Saturday\, April 18 \nTIME: 11 am to 3 pm \nCOST: $115 person \nDISCOUNTS: SAHC members get $10 OFF / Returning Students get $20 OFF \n\n\nDescription:\nGuest artist Meredith Law returns to host another fun art and nature workshop at the SAHC Community Farm – Shibori with a variety of natural dyes. \nCreate a wearable Work of Art! This special class is perfect for both beginners and returning students. Dive into the galaxy of Shibori\, a Japanese tie-dye technique that transforms fabric through folding\, twisting\, binding\, and shaping before dipping it in dyes to create incredible patterns . \nInstead of traditional indigo\, you’ll experiment with a beautiful range of natural dyes like: marigold\, iron\, madder\, & cochineal. Learn to create patterns on cotton\, silk\, & linen. \nNo prior art experience is needed – just bring your curiosity and love for nature! \n$115 fee includes all materials. includes a variety of materials for exploration\, plus one linen napkin & one silk scarf. Additional blank textiles will be available for purchase. \nScholarships available = everyone deserves art  \n  \n\n  \n\n\n\nBio – Meredith Law:\nI’m a naturalist\, artist\, and event designer who gets excited about the tiniest details.  With a BFA in sculpture and a degree in botany\, my passion lies in collecting unusual pieces from nature and creating elegant things out of the unexpected.  For my event design company\, I act as art director\, illustrator\, and event brand ambassador making sure every detail tells a story.  But what I really love is teaching folks to make beautiful things by exploring where nature meets art. \nInstagram: @meredithlawdesign \nWebsite: galaxita.com \n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/shibori-fun-galaxita-workshop-at-sahc-community-farm/
LOCATION:SAHC Community Farm (Event Venue)\, 180 Mag Sluder Road\, Alexander\, NC\, 28701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event,Upcoming,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260416T130000
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SUMMARY:2026 Farm Workshop: Small Engine Maintenance and Repair
DESCRIPTION:When: Thursday\, April 16 1 – 4 pm\n\nWhere: SAHC Community Farm\, 180 Mag Sluder Road Alexander\, NC 28701\n\n\nPlease join us at the SAHC Community farm for a small engine workshop.  \nWe will host a classroom presentation and discussion followed by hands-on engine maintenance and repair work to help you feel empowered to tackle your own equipment issues and keep machines running better for years.  \nDuring the workshop\, we will have a 55 hp tractor\, two-wheel walk behind\, Mule side-by-side and smaller engines on-site to reference.  \nLearn how to save time and money by doing your own repairs on small engines like lawn mowers and other small machinery. Diagnose and repair common problems with 2 and 4-stroke engines. Avoid costly repairs by learning maintenance\, proper fluids\, and appropriate settings to promote long lasting use.  We will also facilitate a short discussion on the pros and cons of battery powered equipment and take a look at an electric lawnmower\, weed eater and chainsaw. \n  \nPre-registration is required. Farm workshop fee is $20; no one turned away for inability to pay. \nFor questions\, contact SAHC Community Farm Manager Chris Link\, chris@appalachian.org. \nTo sign up\, fill out the registration form below.\n\n\nThank you for your interest in a workshop with the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy. Registration for this outing is closed at this time. Please check our calendar of events for additional opportunities to connect! \n\n  \n\n  \n\n  \nSAHC Community Farm work is funded in part by grants from The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina\, a grant from the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program (under grant award number 2021-70033-35717)\, and a cost-share grant from USDA Natural Resources Conservati
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2026-farm-workshop-small-engine-maintenance-and-repair/
LOCATION:SAHC Community Farm (Event Venue)\, 180 Mag Sluder Road\, Alexander\, NC\, 28701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Workshop Series,SAHC Community Farm,Upcoming
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260409T143000
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SUMMARY:Little Cove Creek Volunteer Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Volunteer with the Roan Stewardship Team!\nThursday\, April 9 starting at 10 am\nJoin the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy and the Roan Stewardship team for a volunteer workday at the Nilsen Cabin on our Little Cove Creek Preserve. This iconic property\, located on the Tennessee side of the Roan Highlands\, is one of SAHC’s original land acquisition projects. Recently\, SAHC was a recipient of a Tennessee Governor’s Response and Recovery Fund to repair the bridge and driveway into the preserve\, which was damaged during Hurricane Helene. \nNow that repairs are complete\, we would like to celebrate by getting the property ready for the 2026 season. Tasks will include clearing brush and trees from our trails\, weed-eating\, repairing fence around the historic graveyard\, pulling invasives\, and other light clean up work. This will require volunteers to work with weed eaters\, hand tools\, and saws. This event will be a great opportunity to work with friends\, get your hands dirty\, see a beautiful waterfall\, and enjoy a great day outside in the Roan Highlands. \nThis property is located just outside of Roan Mountain\, TN\, 1.5 hours northeast of Asheville\, NC and 45 mins southeast of Johnson City\, TN. Driving directions will be sent to volunteers following registration. \nWhen/Where: We will meet at 10:00 am at the Little Cove Creek Preserve and work until approximately 2:30pm. We’ll pause for a lunch break (bring your own lunch) around 12:30-1:15. \nWhat To Bring: Close-toed shoes\, work gloves\, lunch\, water\, jacket/rain gear. Please dress in layers\, the spring weather can be much cooler and very changeable at this elevation. \nIf you have any questions\, please reach out to\, marquette@appalachian.org \n  \nThank you for your interest in volunteering! The sign up for this work day is now closed.
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/little-cove-creek-volunteer-work-day/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Roan Stewardship Volunteer,Upcoming,Volunteer Opportunity
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SUMMARY:Backyard Conservation Series - at Edneyville Library
DESCRIPTION:When: Wednesday\, April 8 from 3:30 to 4:30 pm\nWhere: Edneyville Branch of Henderson County Library Public System\nJoin SAHC Community Engagement and Education Manager LaKyla Hodges for a presentation on ‘Birding for You’ – an overview and intro to all things birding\, pertinent for audiences of all ages. \n  \nThis is the second installment in a 3-part ‘Backyard Conservation Series’ that the Edneyville Library is hosting with SAHC. \nIn this 3-part presentation series\, learn about SAHC’s important work and what you can do in your own backyard to keep waters clean\, habitats healthy\, farmlands productive and public spaces beautiful. Each session will focus on a different topic.We’re thrilled to be invited to share info with the community about conservation!
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/backyard-conservation-series-at-edneyville-library/
LOCATION:Edneyville Branch Library\, 2 Firehouse Rd\, Hendersonville\, NC\, 28792\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event,Upcoming
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260403T150000
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SUMMARY:2026 April Rocky Fork State Park Hike
DESCRIPTION:Date: Friday\, April 3rd\nTime: 11:00 am\nWhere: Rocky Fork State Park\nDistance: 5 miles\nDifficulty: Moderately strenuous (7/10)\nCost: FREE for all participants (Pre-Registration is Required!)\n  \nJoin SAHC on a hike in Rocky Fork State Park in Flag Pond\, TN. We will be hiking roughly 6 miles round trip along the Rocky Fork Trail\, White Oak Flats Trail\, and the Headwaters Trail and gain about 700 ft of elevation. Along the hike we will go through a cove forest and see a nice overlook\, ridge\, and a scenic cascade. \nFor questions about this hike\, please reach out to Outreach Program Manager\, Erin Goodpaster at erin@appalachian.org \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2026-april-rocky-fork-state-park-hike/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Hikes and Outings,Upcoming
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260401T173000
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SUMMARY:2026 April Beaver Creek Trail Hike
DESCRIPTION:Where: SAHC South Yellow Mountain Preserve\nWhen: 10:00 am\nDistance: 5 Miles\nDuration: 5.5 hrs\nMeeting Location: Spruce Pine\, NC – exact location sent to you upon registration\nCost: Free for Members\, $10 for Non-Members\nRegistration is required below\nJoin SAHC South Yellow Mountain Preserve Manager Park Greer for a moderately strenuous hike on the Beaver Creek Trail. This hike will guide participants through a protected watershed while exploring the human history\, ecology\, and geology of the region. At the peak is an overlook where everything seen is wholly protected by SAHC. \nThis 5 mile hike is an “out-and-back” mostly along old roadbeds with a few short\, steep sections that can reach 45 degrees and a total elevation gain of 1100 feet. This trail is currently under construction and may have areas of uneven/rough ground and may be slick on inclines. \nIf you have questions before the hike\, please reach out to South Yellow Mountain Preserve Manager\, Park Greer at park@appalachian.org \n  \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2026-april-beaver-creek-trail-hike/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Hikes and Outings,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260328T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260328T140000
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SUMMARY:2026 March Rough Creek Watershed Hike
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, March 28th\nTime: 10:00 am\nWhere: Rough Creek Watershed\nDistance: 5 miles\nDifficulty: Moderately strenuous (7/10)\nCost: FREE for all participants (Pre-Registration is Required!)\n  \nWe’re hitting the trails to celebrate Highland Brewing Company’s seasonal Saint T’s Pale Ale by hiking the Rough Creek Watershed’s inner loop trail! Participants will hike a moderately strenuous 5 mile loop through a beautiful forest with a near pristine ecosystem. Our hike will consist of about 1\,000 ft of elevation gain\, most within the first two miles. This watershed contains nearly 7 miles of streams\, numerous seeps\, springs\, & swamp/bog areas which have become fairly uncommon with human inhabitants of the region. It also is home to many species of interesting & rare plants (painted trillium\, whorled pogonia) as well as a large & diverse animal population (salamanders\, turkey\, bear\, bobcats\, songbirds). For those interested\, the hike will be followed by celebrating with a Saint T’s Pale Ale. \nThe Rough Creek Watershed property\, located at 265 Rough Water Pt.\, consists of over 870 acres of beautiful & majestic land\, owned by the Town of Canton.  This property is located on the South side of the Newfound Mountain Range\, approximately 5 miles north of Canton in Western North Carolina. The Rough Creek Watershed Trail System is comprised of 3 trails of various distances\, totaling 10+ miles. \nIn 2002\, with the help of the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy\, a partnership was created between the Town of Canton & the North Carolina Clean Water Management Trust Fund. This relationship has led to the establishment of a conservation easement throughout the Rough Creek property\, ensuring the protection of its unique forest ecosystem & natural resources. \nThis hike is a part of SAHC’s “For Love of Beer and Mountains” corporate partnership with Highland Brewing Company and is a part of Highland’s “Thirst for Good” partnership.  Highland donates a portion of sales of seasonal releases during the “release party” at the Tasting Room in Asheville to support SAHC’s land and water conservation efforts\, and we lead guided hikes for folks to experience and enjoy the natural landscapes for which these seasonal brews are named and beyond. \n*Please note that dogs are not allowed on these trails.  \nCost – FREE for all participants\, (Pre-Registration is Required Below!)
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2026-march-rough-creek-watershed-hike/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Hikes and Outings,Upcoming
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260325T130000
DTSTAMP:20260323T135359Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Lunch and Learn - Mapping the Mountains
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Lunch & Learn – Mapping the Mountains: Surveying & Technology in Land Conservation\nWednesday\, March 25 at 12:00 pm EST\nJoin Park Greer\, SAHC’s South Yellow Mountain Preserve Manager for a virtual Lunch & Learn exploring the intersection of land conservation\, land surveying\, and other measurement and monitoring technologies. Before Park joined the SAHC team he worked in land surveying specializing in stream restoration and is excited to share how historical and modern mapping technologies help conservationists better understand\, protect\, and steward the landscapes of the Southern Appalachian mountains. \nMany of these tools and practices are unfamiliar to most even though they impact our daily lives. Understanding the distinction between these tools\, their limitations\, and their uses helps land owners and land protectors to care for the world around them. From the history of surveying to interpreting and defining property boundaries to analyzing forest health and habitat connectivity\, these tools play a critical role in preserving farmland\, forests\, and mountain views for future generations.
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2026-mapping-the-mountains/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Upcoming,Virtual Conservation Experience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260319T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260319T160000
DTSTAMP:20260318T191123Z
CREATED:20260227T170333Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Farm Workshop: Planning & Design - Climate Resilience
DESCRIPTION:Farm Planning & Design: Climate Resilience\nWhen: Thursday\, March 19\, 1 – 4 pm\nWhere: SAHC Community Farm\, 180 Mag Sluder Road Alexander\, NC 28701\n\nAre you looking for the perfect farm property but not sure how to create the best plan for your land? Join us for an introduction to planning and layout of land for small-scale farming with a focus on climate-resilient design. \nOur case study for this process will be a property just around the corner from the SAHC Community Farm in Alexander. We will have a virtual “walk through” site analysis of the property’s conditions using a number of land planning tools\, with a Permaculture approach. We will inventory conditions such as soils\, water\, wind\, aspect and more to create a multi-layered map of the site as a base for decision making. Using this information\, we will actively draw up together a concept for the site\, which addresses some of the needs and challenges identified in the analysis phase.  Through this design process we will cover how to avoid making a $10\,000 “bad decision” when beginning with infrastructure improvements. \nThis workshop will be particularly appropriate for participants who already own or lease land\, as well as those who plan to do so in the future. Our focus will be on growers and how best to make design decisions for resiliency. \n\n  \nPre-registration is required. Farm workshop fee is $20; no one turned away for inability to pay. \nFor questions\, contact SAHC Community Farm Manager Chris Link\, chris@appalachian.org. \nRegistration for this workshop has now closed.\n  \n\n  \n\n  \nSAHC Community Farm work is funded in part by grants from The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina\, a grant from the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program (under grant award number 2021-70033-35717)\, and a cost-share grant from USDA Natural Resources Conservati
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2026-farm-workshop-planning-design-climate-resilience/
LOCATION:SAHC Community Farm (Event Venue)\, 180 Mag Sluder Road\, Alexander\, NC\, 28701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Workshop Series,SAHC Community Farm,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260314T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260314T110000
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SUMMARY:2026 March SAHC Community Farm Birding Hike
DESCRIPTION:SAHC Community Farm Birding Hike\nDate: Saturday\, March 14th\nStart Time: 9:00 am\nDistance: 2 Miles\nCost: Free for Members\, $10 for Non-Members\nPre-Registration is required below\n  \nJoin us for this beginning birding walk at the SAHC Community Farm (the first of our Birding series throughout the spring) to learn tips on how to listen for birds\, spot their movements\, then look for marks to help you identify them. This hike will be led by experienced birder\, Mike Hill\, and designed for beginners. This is a great opportunity to test out that new camera or pair of binoculars\, or just explore the sights and sounds of the SAHC Community Farm! \nThis hike will be slow and methodical. Plan to hike less than two miles in open field habitat before returning to the start. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2026-march-sahc-community-farm-birding-hike/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Hikes and Outings,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260306T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260306T120000
DTSTAMP:20260217T212539Z
CREATED:20260210T145825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T212539Z
UID:29869-1772787600-1772798400@appalachian.org
SUMMARY:Livestake Planting Work Day with NCWF\, at Bowditch Bottoms Preserve
DESCRIPTION:What: Livestake Volunteer Planting Workday\nWhere: SAHC’s Bowditch Bottoms Preserve\, near Burnsville\, NC\nWhen: Friday\, March 6 from 9 am to 12 pm\nJoin the North Carolina Wildlife Federation and Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy for a livestaking workday at SAHC’s Bowditch Bottoms in Yancey County. \nBowditch Bottoms contains a mosaic of habitat types including mixed hardwood forest\, open field\, natural wetland\, and a riparian area that buffers over a half mile of Ayles Creek within the South Toe River Watershed. \nLivestaking is a restoration technique where dormant stem cuttings from trees and shrubs are planted directly into the ground. These cuttings root and grow into new plants. Join us as we plant livestakes along Ayles Creek in areas left bare and susceptible to invasive plant species following Helene. We will plant a variety of native species including ninebark\, silky willow\, elderberry\, and more in an effort to control erosion and enhance habitat for both terrestrial and aquatic wildlife. \nThis work day is a continuation of our partnership with NCWF; we joined together in managing invasive plants species through a series of volunteer work days on this preserves in 2025. Please help us continue the momentum as we repair and restore the stream corridor! \nThis event is free and open to the public. 
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/livestake-planting-work-day-with-ncwf-at-bowditch-bottoms-preserve/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Special Event,Upcoming,Volunteer Opportunity,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260305T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260305T190000
DTSTAMP:20260211T191938Z
CREATED:20260121T200243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T191938Z
UID:29681-1772730000-1772737200@appalachian.org
SUMMARY:2026 Winter Hiking Challenge Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, March 5\nTime: 5 to 7 pm\nLocation: Wicked Weed Funkatorium\, 147 Coxe Ave\, Asheville\, NC 28801\nYou’re invited to join Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy to celebrate the conclusion of the Winter Hiking Challenge! This gathering will be a chance to connect with other hikers who participated in the challenge\, meeting fellow members of the conservation community. SAHC will be there with merchandise for sale and plenty of staff members if you have questions about our work. In addition\, Dayna from Solstice Handmade will have a table with more of her beautiful creations and Nina Veteto from Blue Ridge Botanic will have a selection of her “Field Guide” bandanas. \nThere is public street parking available along Coxe Ave and other nearby streets\, a private parking garage The Ironwood Parking Garage at 45 Federal Alley (2 minute walk)\, and a public parking deck at 11 Sears Alley (9 minute walk). Well-behaved dogs are welcome at the venue. The Funkatorium specializes in sour beer\, but regular beer\, wine\, and non-alcoholic options are also available. Additionally\, there is a full kitchen on site serving pizza\, sandwiches\, and more. Find their menu online here. \nWe’d love to know if you can make it\, but feel free to drop by! Use the RSVP form below to let us know if you’re coming. If you have any questions\, please feel free to reach out to Outreach Program Manager Erin Goodpaster at erin@appalachian.org.
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2026-whc-celebration/
LOCATION:Wicked Weed Funkatorium\, 147 Coxe Ave\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260228T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260228T150000
DTSTAMP:20260218T184548Z
CREATED:20260218T184548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T184548Z
UID:29735-1772276400-1772290800@appalachian.org
SUMMARY:Winter Hiking Challenge Strawberry Gap Hike
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, February 28th\nTime: 11:00 am\nWhere: Strawberry Gap to Blue Ridge Pastures\nDistance: 6 miles\nDifficulty: Moderately strenuous (7/10)\nCost: FREE for all participants (Pre-Registration is Required!)\n  \nFinish the Winter Hiking Challenge strong and in community by joining Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy for a guided hike to Blue Ridge Pastures via the Strawberry Gap Trail! \nThis hike is only for participants registered for the 2026 Winter Hiking Challenge. \nWe 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. \nStrawberry Gap is in the stunning Upper Hickory Nut Gorge trail network and climbs upward for three miles through beautiful\, boulder-strewn forests. About halfway up\, a rock outcrop offers sweeping views over a picturesque valley and range upon range of distant\, blue mountains. The climax of this trail is Blue Ridge Pastures\, where the forests give way to a ridgeline pasture\, revealing 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.  \nRegister Below!
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/winter-hiking-challenge-strawberry-gap-hike/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260222T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260222T170000
DTSTAMP:20260218T155107Z
CREATED:20260116T204601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T155107Z
UID:29663-1771768800-1771779600@appalachian.org
SUMMARY:Wool Landscapes - Galaxita Workshop at SAHC Community Farm
DESCRIPTION:Wool Landscape Workshop (Sunday Class)\n\n\nDATE: Sunday February 22\, 2026 \nTIME: 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm \nCOST: $95 person  \nDISCOUNTS: SAHC members get $10 OFF / Returning Students get $20 OFF \n\nMax of 15 students \n\n \nDescription:\nExplore the creative galaxy of wool painting.  Join artist Meredith Law to paint a landscape using fiber as your paint and a needle as your brush. \nGather around a communal table filled with soft\, colorful wool roving\, pre-made rustic wood frames\, and watercolor templates to guide your composition. No art experience is required.  Meredith will guide you through the process of layering and sculpting wool to create a beautifully textured landscape. \nAll materials are provided\, so you’ll leave with a ready-to-hang piece of fiber art you can gift to someone you love. \nMaterials provided:\n\nfelted canvas\nwool roving\nsalvaged wood frame\nfelting needles \nfelting pad\nwatercolor templates\n\n\n\n\n\nBio – Meredith Law:\nI’m a naturalist\, artist\, and event designer who gets excited about the tiniest details.  With a BFA in sculpture and a degree in botany\, my passion lies in collecting unusual pieces from nature and creating elegant things out of the unexpected.  For my event design company\, I act as art director\, illustrator\, and event brand ambassador making sure every detail tells a story.  But what I really love is teaching folks to make beautiful things by exploring where nature meets art. \nInstagram: @meredithlawdesign \nWebsite: galaxita.com
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/wool-landscapes-galaxita-workshop-at-sahc-community-farm-2/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Farm Workshop Series,SAHC Community Farm
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260222T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260222T123000
DTSTAMP:20260203T203528Z
CREATED:20260128T203825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T203528Z
UID:29744-1771756200-1771763400@appalachian.org
SUMMARY:2026 February Hiking with Kids at Bull Creek Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Date: Sunday\, February 22nd\, 2026\nTime: 10:30 am\nWhere: SAHC’s Bull Creek Preserve at Warren Wilson College\nDifficulty: (3/10)\nCost: FREE for members\, $10 for non-members\n(Kids hike for free!)\n  \nJoin SAHC on a family friendly guided hike at SAHC’s Bull Creek Preserve! This hike is specifically designed for folks to hike with children and to encourage families to get outside during the chilly winter times. The trails at SAHC’s Bull Creek Preserve meander through the 191 acre tract and are gently graded\, making them perfect to bring the whole family with children of any age. This hike will be about 2 miles in length. \nThis newly protected preserve consists of a beautiful cove and mixed forest\, an open 17-acre pasture with stunning views of the Black Mountains\, and lovely sections of Bull Creek with rocky streambanks and wading pools. A tributary of the Swannanoa River\, Bull Creek originates in the Black Mountains just south of Rattlesnake Lodge and the Blue Ridge Parkway\, draining an area of more than 10 square miles. Approximately 3 miles of single track hiking and biking trails traverse the property in an existing trail system. \nSAHC owns this land for the long-term and remains in deep partnership with Warren Wilson College\, who continues to use the property for education and land management training. \nIf you have any questions about this hike\, please email Erin Goodpaster at erin@appalachian.org \nAfter registering\, you’ll receive directions\, meeting instructions\, and other important details a couple days prior to the event date. It’s crucial to note that a significant portion of the hike may not be disability accessible. \nPlease Register Below
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2026-february-hiking-with-kids-at-bull-creek-preserve/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Hikes and Outings,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260221T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260221T150000
DTSTAMP:20260219T153803Z
CREATED:20260210T140855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T153803Z
UID:29860-1771678800-1771686000@appalachian.org
SUMMARY:Mitchell County Landscape Recovery and Preparedness Open House
DESCRIPTION:When: Saturday\, Feb. 21 from 1 to 3 pm (DROP IN)\nFirewise Prevention Presentation at 1:30 pm \nWhere: Bowman Middle School\, 410 S. Mitchell Ave.\, Bakersville\, NC 28705\nCome learn from agencies\, non-profits\, and businesses about what resources are available to landowners\, as well as recovery updates. \nDrop-In Topics Include:\n\nWildfire Mitigation\nDebris Removal and Forest Mulching\nForest Restoration\nNon-native Invasive Species Control\nStream Restoration\nLandslide Seeding\n\nHost and presenters include:\n \n 
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/mitchell-county-landscape-recovery-and-preparedness-open-house/
LOCATION:Bowman Middle School\, 410 S. Mitchell Ave.\, Bakersville\, NC\, 28705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event,Upcoming,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260221T130000
DTSTAMP:20260218T154946Z
CREATED:20260116T204339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T154946Z
UID:29659-1771668000-1771678800@appalachian.org
SUMMARY:Wool Landscapes - Galaxita Workshop at SAHC Community Farm
DESCRIPTION:Wool Landscape Workshop (Saturday Class)\n\n\nDATE: Saturday February 21\, 2026 \nTIME: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm \nCOST: $95 person  \nDISCOUNTS: SAHC members get $10 OFF / Returning Students get $20 OFF \n\nMax of 15 students \n\n \nDescription:\nExplore the creative galaxy of wool painting.  Join artist Meredith Law to paint a landscape using fiber as your paint and a needle as your brush. \nGather around a communal table filled with soft\, colorful wool roving\, pre-made rustic wood frames\, and watercolor templates to guide your composition. No art experience is required.  Meredith will guide you through the process of layering and sculpting wool to create a beautifully textured landscape. \nAll materials are provided\, so you’ll leave with a ready-to-hang piece of fiber art you can gift to someone you love. \nMaterials provided:\n\nfelted canvas\nwool roving\nsalvaged wood frame\nfelting needles \nfelting pad\nwatercolor templates\n\n\n\n\n\nBio – Meredith Law:\nI’m a naturalist\, artist\, and event designer who gets excited about the tiniest details.  With a BFA in sculpture and a degree in botany\, my passion lies in collecting unusual pieces from nature and creating elegant things out of the unexpected.  For my event design company\, I act as art director\, illustrator\, and event brand ambassador making sure every detail tells a story.  But what I really love is teaching folks to make beautiful things by exploring where nature meets art. \nInstagram: @meredithlawdesign \n\nWebsite: galaxita.com
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/wool-landscapes-galaxita-workshop-at-sahc-community-farm/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Farm Workshop Series,SAHC Community Farm
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260214T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260214T150000
DTSTAMP:20260121T191156Z
CREATED:20260116T203106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T191156Z
UID:29653-1771066800-1771081200@appalachian.org
SUMMARY:EcoPrinted Patterns - Galaxita Workshop at SAHC Community Farm
DESCRIPTION:EcoPrinted Patterns Workshop \n\nDATE: Saturday February 14\, 2026\nTIME: 11:00am – 3:00 pm\nCOST: $115 person \nDISCOUNTS: SAHC members get $10 OFF / Returning Students get $20 OFF\n\nMax of 12 students \n\n \nDescription:\nCreate unexpected repeat patterns with botanical prints.  Join artist Meredith Law to unlock botanical pigments.  We will use dried botanicals on cotton\, silk\, & linen.  After steam printing\, we will explore how iron water can make dark contrasting prints & natural dye baths can add bold color. We will go from the basics to some more advanced concepts – so there will be something for everyone.\n\nAll materials are provided\, so you’ll leave with 2 wearable pieces of fiber art! \n*Enjoy a treat for yourself on Valentine’s Day and make a gift for someone you love. \n\n\nMaterials provided: \n\nDried botanicals\nNatural dyes & modifiers\nPre-treated fabrics to experiment on\nReady-to-print cotton bandana & silk scarf \nAprons & gloves\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nBio – Meredith Law:\n\nI’m a naturalist\, artist\, and event designer who gets excited about the tiniest details.  With a BFA in sculpture and a degree in botany\, my passion lies in collecting unusual pieces from nature and creating elegant things out of the unexpected.  For my event design company\, I act as art director\, illustrator\, and event brand ambassador making sure every detail tells a story.  But what I really love is teaching folks to make beautiful things by exploring where nature meets art.\n\nInstagram: @meredithlawdesign
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/ecoprinted-patterns-galaxita-workshop-at-sahc-community-farm/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Farm Workshop Series,SAHC Community Farm
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260214T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260214T140000
DTSTAMP:20260130T185609Z
CREATED:20260121T165526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T185609Z
UID:29685-1771065000-1771077600@appalachian.org
SUMMARY:2026 Rescheduled Deaverview Mountain Hike
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, February 14th at 10:30 am\nWhere: Deaverview Mountain\nDistance: 2 miles\nDifficulty: Moderate (5/10)\nCost: Free for Members\, $10 for Non-Members\n  \nJoin SAHC for a guided group hike up Deaverview Mountain located just outside the city limits of Asheville. We will hike about 2 miles round trip on a moderately graded road bed with a steady incline through high quality forest. The summit is a stunning view of Asheville from the 343-acre mountain top. Deaverview Mountain will soon be transferred to Buncombe County to be made into a public park. \nThis hike is rescheduled from its original date\, January 29th due to the winter storm. \nAfter registering\, you’ll receive directions\, meeting instructions\, and other important details a couple days prior to the event date. \nIf you have any questions please email SAHC Outreach Program Manager Erin Goodpaster at erin@appalachian.org \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2026-deaverview-mountain-reschedule/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Hikes and Outings,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260213T130000
DTSTAMP:20260108T163444Z
CREATED:20260108T163444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T163444Z
UID:29618-1770976800-1770987600@appalachian.org
SUMMARY:2026 February 13th South Yellow Mountain Preserve Hike to Pine Knob
DESCRIPTION:Date: Friday\, February 13th\nTime: Starting at 10:00 AM\nLocation: South Yellow Mountain Preserve\nDistance: 3.8 miles \nDifficulty: Moderately Strenuous (6/10)\nThe hike is FREE for SAHC members\, and $10 for non-members.\nRegistration: Pre-registration is REQUIRED below\n  \nJoin SAHC South Yellow Mountain Preserve Manager Park Greer for a moderately strenuous hike to Pine Knob\, an exposed rocky outcrop with beautiful views of the Black Mountains. Along the way Park will interpret the area’s geology and history\, dating back hundreds of years. Participants should be prepared for uneven terrain\, rocky inclines\, and potential snowy ground. \nAfter registering\, you’ll receive directions\, meeting instructions\, and other important details a couple days prior to the event date. \nIf you have any questions please email SAHC South Yellow Mountain Preserve Manager Park Greer at park@appalachian.org \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2026-february-13th-south-yellow-mountain-preserve-hike-to-pine-knob/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Hikes and Outings,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260208T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260208T123000
DTSTAMP:20260130T165717Z
CREATED:20260108T154832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T165717Z
UID:29596-1770546600-1770553800@appalachian.org
SUMMARY:2026 February SAHC Community Farm Hike
DESCRIPTION:Date: Sunday\, February 8th\nTime: Starting at 10:30 AM\nWhere: SAHC Community Farm\nDistance: 2.0 miles \nDifficulty: Moderately Strenuous (5/10)\, several steep inclines are present on this trail\nCost: FREE for SAHC Members\, $10 for non-members\nRegistration: Pre-registration is REQUIRED\nJoin us for a Guided Hike at the SAHC Community Farm \nWhat can you see on the Discovery Trail at the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy’s Community Farm in Alexander\, NC? The 2.0-mile loop winds through sunlit fields and shady forest edges\, providing views to showcase the vibrant beauty of the farm. Learn about the positive aspects of agroforestry as you walk through silvopasture demonstration project\, see apple trees growing in the Food Forest orchard\, stroll through the youth-friendly Story Walk\, discover how stream buffers help protect water quality\, and check out the growing areas for SAHC’s Farm Incubator Program. \nAs you explore the 140-acre property\, you may encounter Scottish Highland cattle grazing in the pastures\, white-tailed deer moving quietly through the woods\, or hawks soaring overhead. Summer is a lively time on the farm\, when native pollinator plants blooms\, birds and wildlife are active\, and our conservation and agriculture projects are on full display. \nWhether you’re a nature enthusiast\, photographer\, or someone curious about regenerative agriculture\, this hike offers an inspiring look at how conservation and farming can work hand in hand. \nPlease note that the SAHC Community Farm is an active site not open to the public outside of scheduled events. To protect this space and ensure a positive experience for all\, pre-registration is required. After registering\, you’ll receive directions\, meeting instructions\, and other important details a couple days prior to the event date. It’s crucial to note that a significant portion of the hike may not be disability accessible. \nIf you have any questions please email Erin Goodpaster at erin@appalachian.org \nTo Register for this Hike\, Fill Out Form Below:
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2026-february-sahc-community-farm-hike/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Hikes and Outings,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260207T130000
DTSTAMP:20260108T163348Z
CREATED:20260108T161728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T163348Z
UID:29604-1770458400-1770469200@appalachian.org
SUMMARY:2026 February 7th South Yellow Mountain Preserve Hike to Pine Knob
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, February 7th\nTime: Starting at 10:00 AM\nLocation: South Yellow Mountain Preserve\nDistance: 3.8 miles \nDifficulty: Moderately Strenuous (6/10)\nThe hike is FREE for SAHC members\, and $10 for non-members.\nRegistration: Pre-registration is REQUIRED below\n  \nJoin SAHC South Yellow Mountain Preserve Manager Park Greer for a moderately strenuous hike to Pine Knob\, an exposed rocky outcrop with beautiful views of the Black Mountains. Along the way Park will interpret the area’s geology and history\, dating back hundreds of years. Participants should be prepared for uneven terrain\, rocky inclines\, and potential snowy ground. \nAfter registering\, you’ll receive directions\, meeting instructions\, and other important details a couple days prior to the event date. \nIf you have any questions please email SAHC South Yellow Mountain Preserve Manager Park Greer at park@appalachian.org \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2026-february-south-yellow-mountain-preserve-hike/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Hikes and Outings,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260130T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260130T130000
DTSTAMP:20260114T161735Z
CREATED:20260114T161735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T161735Z
UID:29644-1769774400-1769778000@appalachian.org
SUMMARY:2026 Lunch and Learn - Recovery in Motion
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Lunch & Learn – Recovery in Motion: A Follow-Up Discussion\nFriday\, January 30 at 12:00 pm EST\nOver one year ago\, Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy convened two panels of experts in the conservation\, stewardship\, and forestry management fields on how their organizations and agencies were approaching recovery from Tropical Storm Helene. Find the recordings of those two panel discussions on our YouTube Channel: Part I\, Part II. \nThis follow-up Lunch & Learn brings together representatives from the US Forest Service\, NC Forest Service\, NC Wildlife Resources Commission\, EcoForesters\, and Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy for a discussion on how the past year of recovery has unfolded. Panelists will share key accomplishments\, ongoing challenges\, and how Helene has influenced priorities\, management strategies\, and collaboration across public and private lands. Each speaker will offer brief reflections followed by a moderated Q&A. Please submit questions with your registration in advance of the Lunch & Learn. A recording of this panel will be made available after its conclusion on our YouTube Channel. If you are unable to join the live Lunch & Learn\, we encourage you to still register and submit your questions; the recording will be emailed to all registrants within a few days of the event along with links to resources and programs discussed. \n\n  \nPanelists:\nJennifer Barnhart\nJennifer is the District Ranger of the Appalachian Ranger District for the US Forest Service. Barnhart has been in the role since 2020 and was previously a District Ranger on the White Mountain National Forest in New Hampshire and Maine. Barnhart has a bachelor’s degree in Natural Resource Recreation with a minor in Forestry from Virginia Tech University and a master’s degree in Natural Resources and Science Management from the University of Minnesota. She has a diverse background of over twenty years of experience in integrated natural resources\, public service\, and land management. Her positions have varied beyond working for the Forest Service with non-profit conservation organizations\, universities\, and land management state agencies. Barnhart has also worked as an Acting District Ranger and a District Recreation Program Manager on the Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests in South Carolina and as a District Recreation Program Manager on the Kisatchie National Forest in Louisiana. \nMichael Cheek\nMichael is the Region 3 Forester and Mountain Division Director for the NC Forest Service. The NC Forest Service’s primary purpose is to ensure adequate and quality forest resources for the state to meet its present and future needs. NC Forest Service is a government agency responsible for providing land management assistance to private landowners. \nMarquette Crockett\nMarquette is the Roan Stewardship Director at Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy. Marquette joined SAHC in 2014. She grew up on a family farm near Cumberland Gap\, TN\, where she learned to love nature by following her grandmother through the fields and forests. Marquette earned her BS in Biology from Lincoln Memorial University and her MS in Biological Science from East Tennessee State University. Before joining SAHC\, she worked for more than 10 years as a Wildlife Biologist\, including managing high elevation spruce-fir\, open areas\, and wetlands in Canaan Valley NWR in West Virginia. Marquette facilitates SAHC’s Roan Stewardship Program and serves as the primary land steward on SAHC-owned preserves in the Roan. \nLang Hornthal\nLang is the Co-Director of EcoForesters\, a non-profit professional forestry organization dedicated to conserving and restoring our Appalachian forests through education and stewardship. Lang’s business background and sustainability mindset bring a different lens to EcoForesters mission of helping private landowners keep their forests healthy. A passionate advocate for forest stewardship\, Lang can be found collaborating with partners and seeking opportunities that will help forests be more resilient in the future. He likes to spend his free time with family and friends outside and can usually be found listening to music or watching the Red Sox. \nSarah Sheeran\nSarah is the Stewardship Director at Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy. Sarah joined SAHC’s Stewardship staff in 2014\, but has served on the Land Management Committee since 2010 and has been a long-time volunteer. As Stewardship Director\, she oversees the organization’s program of monitoring and managing our conservation easements and properties we own\, manages SAHC-owned land outside of the Roan Highlands and assists landowners with caring for their property’s natural resources. \nSarah previously received her BS in Biology from James Madison University and her MS in Ecology from UNC-Chapel Hill. With a background in plant conservation and horticulture\, she previously worked as a plant ecologist for a local environmental consulting firm and later served as Director of Education and Conservation at an outdoor recreation and adventure company. \n 
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2026-lunch-and-learn-recovery-in-motion/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Upcoming,Virtual Conservation Experience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260129T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260129T140000
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SUMMARY:2026 Farm Workshop: Streambank Restoration at SAHC's Jenkins Branch Farm
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, January 29\nTime: Starting at 12:00 PM\nWhere: SAHC’s Jenkins Branch Farm \nNear the SAHC Community Farm in Alexander\, NC \nJoin Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy and our partners from Riverlink for a hands-on streambank restoration workshop and planting day. Get hands-on experience at this conserved 100-acre farm in the French Broad River watershed\, just 15 minutes from downtown Asheville. \nHave you ever wondered how to improve or repair eroded streambanks? This workshop will include an informative ‘class’ session in the morning\, followed by hands-on live stake planting and an optional afternoon hike. You will learn how to improve and manage streambanks in the Southern Appalachian mountain region for habitat\, water quality and erosion mitigation. Participants will gain practical experience\, as we work to repair a section of the streambank on Jenkins Branch. Following the workshop\, attendees will also have the option to take a guided hike on the conserved farm property\, led by SAHC Community Farm Manager Chris Link. From the beautiful knoll atop the farm property\, you can enjoy sweeping distant views of the Walnut and Black Mountains. \nSchedule:\n\n12:00 pm: Welcome and introductions\n12:15 pm: Instructional time\, near the barn\n1:00 pm: Planting time\n2:30 pm: Lunch and hike (please bring your own lunch)\n\n\n\nNo prior experience needed. Please dress warmly in layers\, with sturdy footwear. Tools and work gloves will be provided (but if you have gloves you prefer to use\, please bring them).\n\nAbout our presenting partner: RiverLink\, an environmental non-profit and land trust\, is dedicated to promoting the environmental and economic vitality of the French Broad River and its watershed for all. \nThis workshop event is FREE for all to attend. However\, pre-registration is required. More information\, including directions\, will be sent via email to registered attendees. \nRegistration for this workshop is now CLOSED.\nTo be placed on a waiting list\, please contact Erin Goodpaster at erin@appalachian.org.
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2026-farm-workshop-stream-bank-restoration-at-sahcs-jenkins-branch-farm/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Farm Workshop Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260119T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260119T150000
DTSTAMP:20251216T210723Z
CREATED:20251216T210319Z
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SUMMARY:2026 January Hampton Creek Cove Hike
DESCRIPTION:Date: Monday\, January 19th\nLocation: Hampton Creek Cove State Natural Area\nStart Time: 11:00 am\nDistance: 4 Miles\nDifficulty: 6/10 \n  \nJoin us on Monday\, January 19th for a guided hike through Hampton Creek Cove State Natural Area. This hike will utilize multiple trails\, the Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail and the Shell Hollow Trail. Starting from the parking area we will follow the footsteps of the Overmountain Victory Men\, heroes of the Revolutionary War\, who hiked this route in 1780 through Hampton Creek Cove! The Overmountain Victory Trail will take us to the Shell Hollow Trail which will guide us deep into the woods and through stands of old growth forest that surround the old Shell family homestead. \nAfter registering\, you’ll receive directions\, meeting instructions\, and other important details a couple days prior to the event date. \nIf you have any questions please email Roan Stewardship Technician Travis Bordley at travis@appalachian.org \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2026-january-hampton-creek-cove-hike/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Hikes and Outings,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260103T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260103T140000
DTSTAMP:20251215T185912Z
CREATED:20251211T193915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T185912Z
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SUMMARY:2026 South Yellow Mountain Preserve - Pine Knob Hike
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, January 3rd\nTime: Starting at 10:00 AM\nLocation: South Yellow Mountain Preserve\nDistance: 3.8 miles \nDifficulty: Moderately Strenuous (6/10)\nThe hike is FREE for SAHC members\, and $10 for non-members.\nRegistration: Pre-registration is REQUIRED below\n  \nJoin SAHC South Yellow Mountain Preserve Manager Park Greer for a moderately strenuous hike to Pine Knob\, an exposed rocky outcrop with beautiful views of the Black Mountains. Along the way Park will interpret the area’s geology and history\, dating back hundreds of years. Participants should be prepared for uneven terrain\, rocky inclines\, and potential snowy ground. \nAfter registering\, you’ll receive directions\, meeting instructions\, and other important details a couple days prior to the event date. \nIf you have any questions please email SAHC South Yellow Mountain Preserve Manager Park Greer at park@appalachian.org \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2026-south-yellow-mountain-preserve-pine-knob-hike/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Focus Area Feature Hikes,Hikes and Outings,South Yellow Mountain Preserve,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260101T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260301T000000
DTSTAMP:20260304T145217Z
CREATED:20251124T154913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T145217Z
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SUMMARY:2026 SAHC Winter Hiking Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy is proud to announce our 6th Annual Winter Hiking Challenge!\nThe Winter Hiking Challenge sets a goal of 60 miles in 60 days\, to be completed in your own time and at your own speed. Those can be miles you’ve walked\, ran or hiked – in your neighborhood or through the woods – just make it 60 miles within the 60-day challenge time period (January 1st to March 1st\, 2026). No matter your background or ability this event is designed to get folks outside in the cold winter months! Registration opens December 1st and ends on February 25th and the registration fee is $25 per person. Your registration fee directly supports conservation work in the Southern Appalachians. If you cannot afford the registration fee at this time\, please use the coupon code: SAHC2026. \nAll participants will receive informative emails throughout the challenge with suggestions for some of our favorite places to hike across the mountains of NC and TN\, including some new properties SAHC has recently protected. You may enter miles at any date during the 60 days\, as long as they are all entered before March 1. \nThose who complete the Winter Hiking Challenge will receive a commemorative SAHC patch\, designed by Solstice Handmade\, and all participants will be invited to an in-person celebration in March at the Wicked Weed Funkatorium. The top 5 finishers by mileage will receive $50 gift cards to Second Gear! \n\n\n\n\n  \nTHANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS\n 
URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2026-winter-hiking-challenge/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Hikes and Outings,Upcoming
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