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Camping and kayaking are two staples of summer in WNC. Combine the two and you've got a change of pace that allows access to remote places, a fresh perspective, and a chance to ditch the trail and let the river carry you along the way.   This free clinic is part of Campapalooza, a day of outdoor skills learning, special deals, and fun. RSVP on Facebook Kids and well-behaved pets with owner on leash are welcome.

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. This free clinic is part of Campapalooza, a day of outdoor skills learning, special deals, and fun. RSVP on Facebook Kids and well-behaved pets with owner on leash are welcome.

Knot tying is an essential skill for the outdoors. Join us for a hands-on clinic in which you'll learn basic useful knots for camping, outdoor sports, and everyday use. This free clinic is part of Campapalooza, a day of outdoor skills learning, special deals, and fun. RSVP on Facebook Kids and well-behaved pets with owner on leash are welcome.

Backpacking is transformative. That’s why, for 18 years, Backpacker Magazine has educated, motivated + inspired thousands of backpackers searching for their personal transformations on the Get Out More Tour. BACKPACKER Ambassador, Randy Propster, is back on tour in 2018 to share his tried, tested, + fine-tuned backpacking experience with you. Whether you dream of thru-hiking a long trail or seek to upgrade your next weekend adventure on a trail near you, consider the Get Out More Tour your opportunity to access BACKPACKER’s trail-tested tips…

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 our backpacking experts. RSVP on Facebook > This event is free and open to the public. Kids and well-behaved pets with owner…

This workshop is sponsored by KEEN. The first 25 folks to arrive will receive KEEN branded stainless steel pint glasses. The KEEN team will also be on hand with some cool schwag and fun conversation. 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. Diamond Brand Outdoors' team of experts will teach the fundamentals in this class that's great for all skill levels. We're…

If you've been on to our Backpacking Basics class or have a couple of overnight trips under your belt, find out how to maximize your overnight backpacking excursions or prepare for a thru hike or section hike. Feel free to bring your pack for a "shakedown" by our backpacking experts. RSVP on Facebook > This event is free and open to the public. Kids and well-behaved pets with owner on leash are welcome.

Knot tying is an essential skill for the outdoors. Join us for a hands-on clinic in which you'll learn basic useful knots for camping, outdoor sports, and everyday use. Our outdoor experts will teach the fundamentals in this class that's great for all skill levels. RSVP on Facebook > We're getting outside our stores this summer by hosting some outdoor skills classes on Highland Brewing Company's Meadow. In case of bad weather, we'll move to the Tasting Room. This class is also…