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September 2016
Asheville Outdoor Show 2016
The Asheville Outdoor Show brings the finest outdoor brands and latest trends in recreation directly to our friends and neighbors who live in the outdoor playground of the mountains of North Carolina. We'll showcase innovators known for quality, variety, and uniqueness. Enjoy music and outdoor games throughout the day -- and pick up lots of discounts from your favorite brands for your outdoor lifestyle. For the latest updates, visit the Asheville Outdoor Show online. Let us know you're coming with an RSVP on…
Find out more »Spend Less Play More Basics: Intro to Rock Climbing
Ever want to try climbing, but didn't know where to start? Learn how to get started. We're carrying climbing gear for a limited time. Get your gear while supplies last. All attendees will receive 20% OFF purchases after the clinic and a free one day pass to the Smoky Mountain Adventure Center. The outdoors can be intimidating when you first start to explore. Spend Less Play More Basics is a free series of intro classes held at our store…
Find out more »Inaugural Diamond Crusher
We're partnering with Hard Exercise Works (HEW Asheville) as they take over our store for a free fitness challenge of epic proportions! The inaugural Diamond Crusher is a four-person team chipper with over 15 stations throughout the store. This good-natured competition is open to everyone and features scalable progressions for all levels of athleticism. Everyone who participates will receive a free $10 gear card that can be used on anything in our store with more fantastic prizes for the winning teams. The Diamond Crusher is a social…
Find out more »Day Hike: Twin Falls in Pisgah National Forest
Join other hikers for a leisurely day hike to Twin Falls in Pisgah National Forest about 25 minutes outside of Asheville. This five-mile hike is rated "moderate." The group will meet at Frugal Backpacker and carpool to the trailhead. Well-behaved dogs with owner on leash are welcome at this event that's free and open to the public. RSVP on Facebook
Find out more »Kevin Adams, Local Author of “North Carolina Waterfalls”
The southern Appalachian Mountains host a preponderance of waterfalls created from the range’s combination of unique geology and abundant precipitation. Finding some of the hidden gems of the waterfall world requires careful investigation and sorting through myths, broken internet links, and misinformation. Dirt roads, goat trails, and treacherous treks obscure these natural wonders from the public gaze. On Tuesday, September 27, 2016, Kevin Adams will hold a presentation about Waterfalls in WNC. The presentation begins at 6:30pm in the Lord…
Find out more »Spend Less Play More Basics: Hiking with a 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. Sam Roach will teach the fundamentals in this class that's great for all skill levels. Everyone who attends will receive 20% OFF their purchase this evening. This event is free and open to the public. Kids and well-behaved pets with owner on leash are welcome. The outdoors can be intimidating when you first start…
Find out more »October 2016
Outdoor U: Winter Backpacking
Join AT thru hiker Jack Schroeder, a winter backpacking instructor of 5 years and veteran of cold weather backpacking, including a six month thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail, winter expedition in New Zealand, and a month long winter decent of the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon. He'll cover winter layering systems, tent and campsite selection in snow or winter storms, sub freezing sleep system considerations, and tips and tricks for staying warm when the conditions get rough. Jack will…
Find out more »Ultimate Car Camping System at 5Point Van Life Rally
We've partnered with our friends at Prestige Subaru to show off the latest and best of what's around when it comes to car camping. The second annual Van Life Rally is part of the 5Point Adventure Film Festival. Check out a live exhibition of livable vehicles, adventure rigs, and tricked-out camping systems in all sorts of 4- and 2-wheel forms. Live music and fun times! RSVP on Facebook
Find out more »Lake Julian 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 easy stroll around Lake Julian Park. We will spend a couple leisurely hours looking for as many birds as we can find. There will be plenty of time for questions and ID study of all the birds that we see. Let's have some fun and find some birds. We'll meet at Diamond Brand Outdoors in Parkway Center and…
Find out more »Spend Less Play More Basics: Women’s Gear Up for the Outdoors at Frugal Backpacker
Join us for this informative clinic and prepare yourself to get outside! Learn how to correctly fit a backpack, how to pack it, and proper footwear fitting. Hike in comfort and style. Everyone who attends will receive 20% OFF their purchase this evening. This event is free and open to the public. Kids and well-behaved pets with owner on leash are welcome. The outdoors can be intimidating when you first start to explore. Spend Less Play More Basics…
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