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Women’s Backpacking Classes and Overnight Trip

Women’s Backpacking Classes and Overnight Trip

This introductory backpacking class and trip is for adults of all fitness levels who identify as women and want to deepen their connection to the wilderness and build their confidence in the outdoors. Learn the basics from trip planning, equipment selection, camp craft, nutrition and camp cooking, shelter and site selection, map reading, and outdoor ethics. Students are encouraged to take a hands-on approach and learn cooperatively with their classmates, sharing their experience and enthusiasm. At the end of the in-class training, you will pack your backpack, lace up your hiking boots, and put your knowledge into practice with an optional overnight backpacking trip in the forest. Fee covers all classes and the overnight trip. Loaner gear available. Class Dates: April 13, 20, 27 from 6-8:30pm. Overnight trip: April 29, 9:00am returning April 30 apx... Read More
Paddle Camping on the French Broad River

Paddle Camping on the French Broad River

Join Headwaters Outfitters for a presentation that goes over the ins-and-outs of the French Broad Paddle Trail. Have you ever wanted to do a overnight paddle trip? Do you want to get a taste of a river expedition? Learn the secrets behind using the FB Paddle Trail. Whether you’re looking to do one night or 14, we’ll tell you how. Get all your questions answered – from what gear to bring, to how to reserve campsites, and where to stock up on... Read More
Comedian Cliff Cash at Bent River Farm

Comedian Cliff Cash at Bent River Farm

-Nationally touring standup comedian plans a comedy tour from one end of the Blue Ridge Parkway to the other- 10/12-13 GREENVILLE SC @ COMEDY ZONE 10/15 ASHEVILLE NC @ FLEETWOODS 10/17 BREVARD NC @ BENT RIVER FARM 10/18 WINSTON SALEM NC @ MONSTERCADE 10/19 CHARLOTTESVILLE VA @ THE SOUTHERN 10/20 RICHMOND VA @ WONDERLAND 10/21 FAIRFAX VA @ BLUE IGUANA The tour begins with him headlining 4 shows at the popular Greenville SC Comedy Zone then through Great Smoky Mountain National Park, Asheville NC, Brevard NC, Winston Salem NC, Charlottesville, Richmond and Fairfax. Cliff Cash is half comedian and half adventurer with the line between the two blurring more each day. Cash has toured through 42 states in the US and has seen 33 of the main 59 national parks not to mention countless other parks and forests all while living in/out of his car…literally. His social media feeds are a collage of waterfalls, deserts, sunsets and hard learned words of wisdom. IG: @cliffcashcomedy #your15secondsofzen #everynationalpark #millionmilemercedes Cash’s passion for Standup Comedy is the impetus for the travel. His wit and insight have landed him opportunities like Comedy Central UpNext, NBC standup and Laughs on FOX. He’s won festivals and competitions from NC’s Port City’s Top Comic and Comedy Zone’s Almost Famous to California’s SLO Comedy fest and Denver Comedy Works Thick Skin Competition. Cash plays the best shows in NYC and LA and the best clubs and rooms between the two coasts. When he’s not on stage, he... Read More
7 Tips For Savvy Camp Counselors

7 Tips For Savvy Camp Counselors

7 Tips For Savvy Camp Counselors Being a summer camp counselor in Transylvania County might just be the best gig around for high school and college students. But even counselors need a break from time to time. Here are tips we’ve gleaned from seasoned counselors on how to take best advantage of time off in the Land of Waterfalls. 7 7 Channel your inner artist. Summer camp is all about the outdoors. But if you need an art fix, proceed directly to the Transylvania Community Arts Council (TCARTS) website. Here you can discover every studio, gallery and crafts workplace in the county. Whether you’re interested in a printmaking lesson at the Printing Press, a pottery lesson from Mud Dabbers or just want to peruse the amazing art collection at Haen Gallery, Red Wolf Gallery or Number 7 Arts, this is a great resource. X 6 6 Get connected (and caffeinated). There are lots of places where you can find a comfortable spot, a reliable internet connection and, in many cases, a good cup of Joe. For starters, consider Quotations Coffee Shop, Appalachian Coffee Company, Brighter Day Coffee, Bracken Mountain Bakery, Blue Ridge Bakery or the Transylvania County Public Library. X 5 5 Cool off. AC is a rare commodity at summer camps. Don’t sweat it. Brevard has a ton of great places where you can beat the heat — while you’re having a good time. Consider the Rockin’ Bowl, where you can channel your inner Big Lebowski on 18... Read More