Past Events from January 13, 2024 – January 1, 2024 – Page 2 – First Peak of the Blue Ridge
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Honey Tasting & Apiary Experience at The Orchard Inn

Honey Tasting & Apiary Experience at The Orchard Inn

The Orchard Inn 100 Orchard Inn Ln, Saluda, NC, United States

Sandy Bee Mine will be on site for a honey tasting and bee yard tour at The Orchard Inn/Newman's Restaurant. Advance tickets suggested $125 per person: https://orchardinn.com/special-events/ Throughout the day, you will experience a curated honey tasting session, food pairing, and charcuterie lunch presented by Newman's Restaurant. Sample a variety of honeys and hone your […]

$125

Canceled Speaker Series at Walnut Creek Preserve

Walnut Creek Preserve 179 Wood Thrush Ln, Mill Spring, NC, United States

Free speaker event at Walnut Creek Preserve on Saturday, October 19, 10:30am-12pm. Horticulturist and Landscape Designer, April Ryan, gives and inspiring talk about native plants and fall garden preparation. Discover the secrets to creating a beautiful, sustainable landscape with native plants. Learn how to select reliable native species that thrive in our region, enhance biodiversity, […]

Walks in the Woods at Saluda Library Parking Lot

Canceled Walks in the Woods at Saluda Library Parking Lot

Saluda Library 44 W Main St, Saluda, United States

Walks are scheduled mid-March through mid November, weather permitting, join Saluda Community Land Trust members to explore local favorite walks in the Saluda area. Walks generally last about an hour and a half, and besides showcasing our local treasures, encourage getting folks outside. Walkers meet at the parking lot of the Saluda Library at 2pm. […]

Canceled Celebrate Nature at FENCE

FENCE - Foothills Equestrian Nature Center 3381 Hunting Country Rd, Tryon, NC, United States

Free event. Sunday, October 27, 12-4pm. Bring the family and learn about different aspects of nature while having fun. Free lunch will be offered. Children are welcome to come in costume. ♦

Canceled Guided Hike on the Overmountain Victory Trail

November 2, 2-4pm Enjoy an easy 2.5 mile guided hike with William Caldwell, the National Park Ranger for the Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail. Meet at Walnut Creek Preserve at 10:30am for a presentation, Path to Liberty, then take the interpretive guided walk. Ranger Caldwell can answer questions and discuss the American Revolution and the […]

Walks in the Woods at Saluda Library Parking Lot

Canceled Walks in the Woods at Saluda Library Parking Lot

Saluda Library 44 W Main St, Saluda, United States

Walks are scheduled mid-March through mid November, weather permitting, join Saluda Community Land Trust members to explore local favorite walks in the Saluda area. Walks generally last about an hour and a half, and besides showcasing our local treasures, encourage getting folks outside. Walkers meet at the parking lot of the Saluda Library at 2pm. […]

Canceled Fall Hike with Conserving Carolina

Walnut Creek Preserve 179 Wood Thrush Ln, Mill Spring, NC, United States

Free. Guided hike along Walnut Creek with Conserving Carolina on November 8, 9am-4pm. Participants will enjoy a hike to grass knolls that offer beautiful views of the surrounding mountains, through the maturing forest, and along Walnut Creek to Walnut Creek Falls. This loop is a moderate hike of approximately 6 miles. Bring a bag lunch […]

Canceled Speaker Series at Saluda Library

Saluda Library 44 W Main St, Saluda, United States

Free Saluda Library Speaker Series: Freshwater Mussels of the Western Carolinas Advance registration is required. Please RSVP at: https://conservingcarolina.org Dive into the captivating world of freshwater mussels found in the mountain and foothill regions of the Carolina's, as we unravel their biology, ecology, and pressing conservation concerns. This engaging talk offers a comprehensive overview of […]

Fall Bird Walk at FENCE

FENCE - Foothills Equestrian Nature Center 3381 Hunting Country Rd, Tryon, NC, United States

Free. November 13,  9-11am, FENCE Birders of all levels are welcome. Please remember to dress appropriately for the weather, wear comfortable shoes, and bring along binoculars if you have them. ♦

Learn to Grown Gourmet Mushrooms at Columbus Library

Polk County Public Library 1289 W Mills St, Columbus, United States

Free. Learn to Grow Gourmet Mushrooms on Monday, Nov 25, 5-6pm, at Columbus Library In this informative, hands on workshop, mycologist and mushroom enthusiast Lizza Bixby will unveil the mysteries of growing mushrooms at home. Lizza will discuss two growing methods - one for recycling kitchen waste like used coffee grounds to grow mushrooms like […]