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November 2016
Bundle Up for Good Coat Drive for Eblen Charities
Last year, you helped us get over 400 coats to those in our community who need them most. This year, we've set a goal of 450 coats for Eblen Charities and you can score a discount for doing good. November 19-December 24, you'll receive 20% off an item for bringing in a gently used coat. (There's a limit of one discount per person during the length of this promotion.) We'll kick things off at Marmot + RootsRated's Fall in Love with…
Find out more »Birds of Prey
Steve Longenecker brings the Falconers of Falling Creek Camp back to introduce young folks to the fascinating natural world of raptors! This is always a popular event so plan to arrive early for the best seats. Steve, a Wildlife Educator and teacher all of his adult life, will bring a Peregrine, male and female American Kestrel, Red-Tailed Haw, Great-Horned Owl, and an Eastern Screech Owl. It will be immediately followed by s'mores, apple cider, live music, outdoor trivia, tent pitching contests,…
Find out more »Marmot + RootsRated Fall in Love with the Outside Road Tour
The Fall In Love With The Outside Road Tour is coming to Asheville! Join Marmot + RootsRated to celebrate the great outdoors and all the things we love to do outside. Enjoy live music, s'mores, apple cider, outdoor trivia, a photo booth, tent pitching contests, Marmot gear raffles, and good ole' conversations about where to go outdoors. At 3:00 pm, Steve Longenecker also brings the Birds of Prey back to introduce young folks to the fascinating natural world of raptors! This is…
Find out more »January 2017
Thru-Hiking 101 sponsored by Osprey
Sponsored by our friends at Osprey, this clinic covers the fundamentals and excitement of long distance thru-hiking. There will be Osprey giveaways and everyone who attends will receive a $10 gear card to go shopping that evening. Presented by Jack “Tye Dyed Bandit” Schroeder, an Appalachian Trail thru-hiker and backpacking instructor with over 4,000 miles of long distance expedition experience, this clinic focuses on the do’s and dont’s of gear for an Appalachian Trail thru-hike and other long distance endeavors.…
Find out more »How Will You Hike the Appalachian Trail?
Hiking the world-famous Appalachian Trail isn’t as simple as going for a walk in the woods. For those wanting to learn more about a trek on the A.T., which stretches 2,180 miles from Georgia to Maine, the best way to plan a hike is to prepare with those who know the trail the best. We're hosting Chloë de Camara of the Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) for a comprehensive workshop that encourages enjoyment and protection of the Trail. The class will cover all aspects…
Find out more »February 2017
Trail Blaze 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 »Kayak Fishing with Pedal Drives
Wilderness Systems and Adventure Technology Pro Staffer JD Desrosiers travels throughout the region teaching people about the joy and relaxation that comes with kayak fishing. This overview of the sport and rigging clinic specifically focuses on one of the most exciting technologies to come along over the past few years: pedal drives. Hands-free kayak operation, flexibility of direction, swift motion of running, and better adaptability in different water situations are just some of the benefits of a pedal powered kayak. All who attend…
Find out more »March 2017
Campapalooza 2017
The Gist Spring camping season gets an early start with a preview of 2017's best reviewed gear from international innovators as well as local favorites. Free hourly workshops on topics from festival camping to choosing the right backpack for a thru hike to getting started to hiking are joined by giveaways and the presentation of $12,000 in grants to local environmental nonprofits. RSVP on Facebook Who's Going to Be There We've announced Adventure Medical Kits, Buff Headwear, Chaco, Deuter, Eagles Nest Outfitters, ExOfficio, Free Fly, Goal Zero, Good…
Find out more »DB Outdoors for More: RiverLink
Call it civic pride or mountain spirit, but we think supporting the work of those maintaining trails, cleaning waterways, connecting youth to outdoors, and doing other awesome things to keep WNC a place we can all enjoy...well, it's the right thing to do. As the area's first outdoor store, we've enjoyed the support of our friends and neighbors since 1964. Each month, we donate 10% of a day's sales to support a local nonprofit's work. This month, shop on Tuesday, March…
Find out more »Spring Bird Walk
Have you ever wanted to get to know the birds that you see and hear around you? Join international birdwatching guide Kevin Burke for an moderate hike on the Mountains to Sea Trail. We will look for typical winter species, such as Carolina Chickadee, Hermit Thrush, Golden, and Ruby-crowned Kinglets. We might also see early spring migrants like Northern Parula, Blue-headed Vireo, Hooded Warbler, Black-and-White Warbler, and Wood Thrush. We'll meet at Diamond Brand Outdoors in Parkway Center and walk…
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