BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy - ECPv6.17.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://appalachian.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20220101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230217 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230218 DTSTAMP:20230203T045614Z CREATED:20230203T045203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230203T045614Z UID:22611-1676592000-1676678399@appalachian.org SUMMARY:"For Love of Beer and Mountains" Berryful Release DESCRIPTION:Join us and our partners at Highland Brewing Company  for the release of the new Berryful fruit ale\, part of the “For Love of Beer and Mountains” seasonal brews. Enjoy live music\, and 3 Eggs Cakery will provide some sweet treats. \nHighland Brewing Company will donate $1 per pour of Berryful sold at the release party; their donation supports ongoing land and water conservation efforts with Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy. \nBerryful is a lightly tart and refreshing fruit ale made with all-natural blueberry concentrate. Light\, fresh\, fruity\, and fun\, it’s like springtime in a glass! URL:https://appalachian.org/event/for-love-of-beer-and-mountains-berryful-release/ LOCATION:Highland Brewing Company\, 12 Old Charlotte Highway\, Asheville\, NC\, 28803\, United States CATEGORIES:"For Love of Beer & Mountains",Upcoming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://appalachian.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Highland-clawhammer.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230214T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230214T130000 DTSTAMP:20230209T224914Z CREATED:20230131T031620Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T224914Z UID:22537-1676376000-1676379600@appalachian.org SUMMARY:Virtual Lunch and Learn: Roan Highlands Visitor Use Management DESCRIPTION:Do you love the Highlands of Roan? Join Marquette Crockett (Roan Stewardship Director at Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy)\,  Jen Barnhart (District Ranger at U.S. Forest Service\, Pisgah National Forest\, Appalachian Ranger District)\, Morgan Sommerville (Director\, Visitor Use Management at Appalachian Trail Conservancy)\, and Jerry Kyle (High Country Regional Manager at Appalachian Trail Conservancy) for a special presentation on visitor use management in this fragile landscape. \nThe Roan Highlands are one of the most unique landscapes in the Eastern United States – How Can We Keep It That Way?\nOur public lands have become even more popular than in years past with the readily available information online and social media. We want folks to get outdoors\, connect with their public lands\, and hopefully become stewards of those lands. Unfortunately\, this can also cause visitor use management issues that can have negative ecological impacts\, loss of character of that landscape\, and/or decreased visitor experiences. What are land managers and stakeholders to do? Come learn what the US Forest Service and partners are doing to address these issues in the Roan Highlands through the collaborative efforts of the Roan Highlands Visitor Use Management committee. \nClick HERE to Register in advance for this webinar: \n\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. \nTo learn more\, check out this PDF about the Roan Highlands Visitor Use Management Committee: Roan Highlands_VUM_Committee_About.Us_1.27.2023 URL:https://appalachian.org/event/virtual-lunch-and-learn-roan-visitor-use-management/ LOCATION:NC CATEGORIES:Upcoming,Virtual Conservation Experience ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://appalachian.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/IMG_9349.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230212 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230213 DTSTAMP:20230211T004205Z CREATED:20230106T072949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230211T004205Z UID:22502-1676160000-1676246399@appalachian.org SUMMARY:2023 Community Farm Tour - February DESCRIPTION:Date: Sunday\, February 12th\nTime: Starting at 1:00pm\nWhere: SAHC Community Farm\nDistance: 3 miles\nDifficulty: Moderate. Several steep inclines are present on the trail.\nCost: Free for Members. $10 for non-members.\n  \nJoin the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy on our beautiful Community Farm to hike along our Discovery Trail! \nOur Community Farm is a 140-acre educational and working farm just outside Asheville. The farm is a continually evolving home for conservation projects and agricultural production. Highlighted by our stream restoration project\, shortleaf pine reforestation project\, farm incubator program\, and education center\, there is always something new to see. \nParticipants will hike The Discovery Trail in a 3-mile loop allowing us to view all of the amazing farm projects before returning to the parking area. Participants are welcome to bring a packed lunch to enjoy while overlooking the farm and surrounding mountains. \n  \nIf you are currently participating in our 3rd annual Winter Hiking Challenge this is a great way to accrue miles with friends! \n  \nPlease note that our Community Farm is an active farm not open to the public unless accompanied by SAHC staff. To ensure safety\, staff capacity\, and a positive experience for everyone involved it is critical that ALL hike participants pre-register for events before visiting the farm. You will receive an email with specific information about where to meet on the farm and other necessary details. If you do not receive this email\, as well as a confirmation email following your registration\, we do not have you registered for the hike. The majority of this hike is not disability accessible.  \nIf you have any questions\, please reach out to travis@appalachian.org. \n  \nThank you for taking interest in our outing with Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy!\n\nI am sorry to say that our outing is currently full and we cannot accept any more attendees at this time. However\, if you are still interested in the hike\, 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 hiking with SAHC! \nTravis Bordley \n  URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2023-community-farm-tour-february/ LOCATION:SAHC Community Farm (Event Venue)\, 180 Mag Sluder Road\, Alexander\, NC\, 28701\, United States CATEGORIES:Upcoming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://appalachian.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/20220212-DSC04619.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230127 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230128 DTSTAMP:20230113T215525Z CREATED:20230106T054727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230113T215525Z UID:22493-1674777600-1674863999@appalachian.org SUMMARY:2023 Coldest Day Of The Year Hike - Elk Hollow Preserve DESCRIPTION:Date: Friday\, January 27th \nTime: 10:00 am – 2:30 pm   \nWhere: SAHC’s Elk Hollow Preserve \nDistance: 5 Miles \nDifficulty: Moderate (6/10)  \nCost: The hike is FREE for SAHC members\, 10$ for non-members \n  \nJoin us on Friday\, January 27th\, for a pleasant stroll through the Elk Hollow Preserve on the Everett J. Bowman Memorial Trail and warm up on historically one of the coldest days of the year! The trail will lead us through beautiful forests of oaks\, maples\, and beech trees\, as well as early successional meadows perfect for bird spotting. The Preserve boasts a bounty of rare wildlife\, including Golden-winged Warblers\, Southern Appalachian brook trout\, and Gray’s lilies. Additionally\, SAHC has installed a camping platform\, intact trail system\, and a moldering privy which will leave you excited to visit us again. This hike is part of our “For Love of Beer and Mountains” partnership with Highland Brewing Company\, celebrating the final release of Thunderstruck Coffee Porter. The walk will be co-led by Jay Leutze\, author and SAHC Senior Advisor to the Board\, who will talk about the history of the tract. Continue with us after this hike for additional miles as we press further up Roaring Creek along the Overmountain Victory Trail to Yellow Mountain Gap. Here at the intersection with the AT we will reflect on the significance of this Nationally Historic trail that commemorates the journey of Revolutionary War heroes and be grateful it is only cold weather we are battling.  \n  \nPlease expect COLD weather on January 27th. Wear study hiking clothes and pack extra layers including hats and gloves. Pack food and water to sustain yourself for multiple hours in the woods. There will be time to revisit your car between visiting Elk Hollow Preserve and continuing on the Overmountain Victory Trail. The Elk Hollow Preserve is an hour and a half drive north of Asheville NC and an hour from Johnson City TN. Please plan accordingly! \n  \nFREE for SAHC members\, $10 for non-members. If you are not a member but would like to become one\, click here! \n  \nThank you for taking interest in our outing with Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy!\n\nI am sorry to say that our outing is currently full and we cannot accept any more attendees at this time. However\, if you are still interested in the hike\, 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 hiking with SAHC! \nTravis Bordley URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2023-coldest-day-of-the-year-hike-elk-hollow-preserve/ LOCATION:NC CATEGORIES:Upcoming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://appalachian.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/IMG_6233.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230125T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230125T130000 DTSTAMP:20221213T223634Z CREATED:20221213T223634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221213T223634Z UID:22453-1674648000-1674651600@appalachian.org SUMMARY:Virtual Lunch and Learn: Alphabet Soup - Navigating Government Farm Programs DESCRIPTION:Lunch & Learn: Alphabet Soup – Navigating Government Farm Programs\nWednesday\, Jan. 25 | 12:00 p.m.\nUSDA\, Extension\, FSA\, NRCS\, Rural Development – at times\, the acronyms and jargon associated with farming programs can seem overwhelming. Hosted by our partner Stephen Bishop\, NC FarmLink Western Director\, this presentation will provide a brief overview of the most common government farm assistance programs\, as well as tips and advice on applying for assistance and where to get started. \n \nRegister in advance for this FREE webinar:\n\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. \n  URL:https://appalachian.org/event/virtual-lunch-and-learn-alphabet-soup-navigating-government-farm-programs/ LOCATION:NC CATEGORIES:Farm Workshop Series,Upcoming,Virtual Conservation Experience,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://appalachian.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/communityfarmcompostspreading.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230101 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230102 DTSTAMP:20221227T220312Z CREATED:20221227T220312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221227T220312Z UID:22476-1672531200-1672617599@appalachian.org SUMMARY:2023 Community Farm Hike - January DESCRIPTION:Date: Sunday\, January 1st\nTime: Starting at 1:00pm\nWhere: SAHC Community Farm\nDistance: 3 miles\nDifficulty: Moderate. Several inclines are present on the trail.\nCost: Free for Members. $10 for non-members.\nHelp the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy kick off our 2023 Winter Hiking Challenge on the first day of the new year at our beautiful Community Farm! Accrue miles for the challenge along our Discovery Trial or come out just for the fun of catching fresh air with new friends. You do not need to be a part of the challenge to attend this tour.  \nOur Community Farm is a 140-acre educational and working farm just outside Asheville. The farm is a continually evolving home for conservation projects and agricultural production. Highlighted by our stream restoration project\, shortleaf pine reforestation project\, farm incubator program\, and education center\, there is always something new to see. \nParticipants will hike The Discovery Trail in a 3-mile loop allowing us to view all of the amazing farm projects before returning to our education center. Participants are welcome to bring a packed lunch to enjoy while overlooking the entire farm and surrounding mountains. This tour will likely be cold so please plan accordingly with warm clothes\, sturdy shoes\, and water. \nPlease note that our Community Farm is an active farm not open to the public unless accompanied by SAHC staff. To ensure safety\, staff capacity\, and a positive experience for everyone involved it is critical that ALL hike participants pre-register for events before visiting the farm. You will receive an email with specific information about where to meet on the farm and other necessary details. If you do not receive this email\, as well as a confirmation email following your registration\, we do not have you registered for the hike. The majority of this hike is not disability accessible.  \nIf you have any questions\, please reach out to travis@appalachian.org. \n  \nOops! We could not locate your form. URL:https://appalachian.org/event/2023-community-farm-hike-january/ LOCATION:SAHC Community Farm (Event Venue)\, 180 Mag Sluder Road\, Alexander\, NC\, 28701\, United States CATEGORIES:Upcoming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://appalachian.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/20220212-DSC04619.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR