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January 2018
Winter Wonderland of Birds
While some species head to warmer climates during winter, there are plenty of birds that stick around through the cold WNC winter. These birds have many adaptations to stay warm during the winter months, including a high fat density. In order to maintain that, birds spend the bulk of their days searching for food, which is scarce in the winter. International birding experts Kevin Burke and Emilie Travis provide a rundown of birds you can expect to see during winter adventures…
Find out more »Clif Bar Decorating Party
Yum! Feed your adventure this season with some help from our friends at Clif Bar. We'll provide the first Clif Bar and all of the decorating supplies for free. Let the kids get creative while you shop our winter sale. Clif is passionate about food. Food that feeds and inspires the adventure in all of us. Whether you’re going on a hike, hitting the slopes, or competing in a triathlon, Clif recipes are purposefully crafted to help provide the energy…
Find out more »Hiking the Appalachian Trail
ATTENTION: This class has been rescheduled from January 18. Over the years, we've had several team members thru-hike the Appalachian Trail, the nearly 2,200 miles long hike from Georgia to Maine. Two more are looking to become thru-hikers this year by hiking the entire trail in a single season. Join Dylan as he shares what to expect from the A.T. — and what it expects of you. The clinic will cover all aspects of planning a long-distance hike on the A.T.,…
Find out more »Trailblaze Challenge Info Meeting
Take on a NEW challenge in the NEW year! The Trailblaze Challenge is a 28.3 mile hike where participants tackle the terrain of the beautiful Foothills Trail, all in one life changing day. This is not a race, it's a journey that caters to all experience levels from novices to outdoor enthusiasts and seasoned hikers. Along with being an extraordinary physical test, the real challenge is raising vital funds to support our local Make-A-Wish chapter in their efforts to grant…
Find out more »February 2018
Learn to Tie Knots
Knot tying is an essential skill for the outdoors. Join us for a hand-on clinic in which you'll learn basic useful knots for camping, outdoor sports, and everyday use. RSVP ON FACEBOOK Kids and well-behaved pets are welcome at this free class.
Find out more »Camping in Pisgah Ranger District
One of the most popular areas for hiking in Western North Carolina is the Pisgah Ranger District, located southwest of Asheville. Filled with scenic roads, backcountry and wilderness areas, geologic points of interests, and more, there’s no reason to limit your time spent in PRD to day hikes. Join Graham Coffey, co-author with Brooke Harrison of Backcountry Camping in the Pisgah Ranger District, the first all-inclusive guide to this area. Drawing on knowledge from years as a wilderness guide working…
Find out more »Learn Map + Compass
A map and compass isn't always top of mind when we're used to navigating with an app, but it's a skill every outdoor enthusiast should know. Gary Eblen will teach the fundamentals in this class that's great for all skill levels. RSVP ON FACEBOOK Kids and well-behaved pets are welcome at this free class.
Find out more »Hurricane Party
We believe the outdoors are for everyone. So does Hurricane Kayaks, the leader in lightweight kayaks. Years of paddling have taught the Hurricane team to build boats that lighten your load so wild places are easier to reach. Hurricane are some of the lightest recreational watercraft boats available -- and they're made right here in Western North Carolina by great folks who love getting on the water. Get an in-depth rundown of their 2018 family of boats at our Hurricane…
Find out more »DB Outdoors for More: Africa Healing Exchange
Each month, we donate 10% of a day’s sales to support a local nonprofit’s work. Shop on Tuesday, February 20, to support Africa Healing Exchange. AHE's specialized model, called Recovery and Resilience for Community Wellness, is based on reciprocity and equal exchange, with the goal of lifting up the new generation. We take a strengths-based approach to bolster individuals’ existing resources in the service of healing past traumas and providing support for recovery from substance abuse and addiction. The primary pilot…
Find out more »March 2018
Backpacking Basics
Learn what to bring and (more importantly) what not to bring when setting out on a day, weekend, or thru hike. This clinic will include ideas on how to lighten your pack, maintaining gear on the trail, and making your own ultra-light gear to use in the backcountry. Feel free to bring your pack for a "shakedown" by wilderness author Graham Coffey. RSVP on Facebook This event is free and open to the public. Kids and well-behaved pets with owner…
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