This is where memories are made! We are excited to offer our 5th annual Appalachian Christmas this year. Join us in December for a classic winter wonderland in the mountains with all the trimmings. Whisk your family away for a weekend at the lodge filled with holiday festivities and cheer, culminating in Brunch with Santa on Sundays before checking out. Come and let us make your holidays bright! Take your whole family on an all inclusive holiday adventure. The all-inclusive weekend packages include: Two nights at the lodge (private room with a queen bed, loft with two twin beds, balcony, private bathroom) -All meals throughout the weekend -Festive holiday Brunch with Santa experience on Sunday morning. This 2-hour experience is the highlight of the weekend -Guided Llama hikes through the Earthshine property. -Pioneer Village – Candle Making, Blacksmithing and More -Holiday movies on the big screen with hot chocolate and popcorn -Holiday activities on the property (cookie making, holiday crafts,... Read More
This is where memories are made! We are excited to offer our 5th annual Appalachian Christmas this year. Join us in December for a classic winter wonderland in the mountains with all the trimmings. Whisk your family away for a weekend at the lodge filled with holiday festivities and cheer, culminating in Brunch with Santa on Sundays before checking out. Come and let us make your holidays bright! Take your whole family on an all inclusive holiday adventure. The all-inclusive weekend packages include: Two nights at the lodge (private room with a queen bed, loft with two twin beds, balcony, private bathroom) -All meals throughout the weekend -Festive holiday Brunch with Santa experience on Sunday morning. This 2-hour experience is the highlight of the weekend -Guided Llama hikes through the Earthshine property. -Pioneer Village – Candle Making, Blacksmithing and More -Holiday movies on the big screen with hot chocolate and popcorn -Holiday activities on the property (cookie making, holiday crafts,... Read More
Join us on Friday, December 15th from 6-8 PM at Forks Of The River Taproom for a “Dirty Santa” themed Christmas party! Costumes and/or festive apparel are encouraged! Diamond Dave And The Queen Of Hearts is a fun and upbeat band worth dancing to. There will be a bring what you want to share pot luck spread to eat. Cold beer, wine, and non-alcoholic drinks for sale! This event is FREE and 21+ ONLY! No gift exchange will be going... Read More
What is SoulCollage®? SoulCollage® is a creative, therapeutic, and spiritual practice that combines the power of images and intuition to help you gain insight, clarity, and self-discovery. Join us for a SoulCollage® Class Unlock your creativity, explore your inner self, and connect with your intuition through the transformative process of... Read More
The Cradle of Forestry is excited to offer visitors their incredibly outdoor drama, “The Legend of Tommy Hodges,” on Friday, October 27 and Saturday, October 28. Each evening, there will be two showings offered at 6:30pm and 8:00pm. Tickets are limited to a total of 75 participants per showing. During this unique and exciting outdoor performance, audiences will travel back in time to the year 1901 and hear yarns about the legendary Tommy Hodges, a fictional student of the Biltmore Forest School. Audiences will be led around the Biltmore Campus Trail by different characters from the play and watch as the story unfolds around them from all sides. In addition, audience members are invited to dress up in Biltmore Forest School-era clothing (early 1900’s) to fully immerse themselves in the event and take part in the story. The show is a one-mile-long experience, as the audience walks the well-lit trail to see the entire play and takes about an hour. The story is better suitable for ages six and up. Audience members are asked to dress warmly, wear comfortable walking shoes, bring a flashlight, and although we love our pets as much as you, we ask that you please leave them at home. Ponchos and other rain gear are welcome if the weather is drizzly, but please leave umbrellas at home so everyone has a chance to see the show unobstructed. The Legend of Tommy Hodges is a homegrown amateur production presented by FIND Team Members and our Cradle... Read More
Santa will be making a special stop at Cathey’s Creek Community Center on Sat. Dec. 9th. He will visit with good little boys, girls, pets and families. Here’s your chance to speak with the Jolly Man himself – so mark your calendars! Put on your best Holiday duds, bring your list, and come to Cathey’s Creek Community Center between 12 – 2:00 pm! Don’t forget your camera. ( *** Note – Photos with Santa are by donation. All proceeds go to Cathey’s Creek Community Center for the upkeep of the... Read More
Enjoy a one-of-a-kind hike in the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains with our friendly llamas! Hikers will learn about our famous llamas’ interesting histories and how to safely handle the animals before heading out on a hike with gorgeous mountaintop views on our private trails. Each family/group gets 1 to 3 lovable llamas to share and there’s plenty of time for llama cuddles and, of course, llama selfies! This moderate hike is around 1 mile long and requires walking uphill on rocky and sometimes slippery terrain. This experience lasts approximately an hour and a half. We welcome all ages on our llama hikes, and children 5 and under are... Read More
Enjoy a one-of-a-kind hike in the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains with our friendly llamas! Hikers will learn about our famous llamas’ interesting histories and how to safely handle the animals before heading out on a hike with gorgeous mountaintop views on our private trails. Each family/group gets 1 to 3 lovable llamas to share and there’s plenty of time for llama cuddles and, of course, llama selfies! This moderate hike is around 1 mile long and requires walking uphill on rocky and sometimes slippery terrain. This experience lasts approximately an hour and a half. We welcome all ages on our llama hikes, and children 5 and under are... Read More
Enjoy a one-of-a-kind hike in the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains with our friendly llamas! Hikers will learn about our famous llamas’ interesting histories and how to safely handle the animals before heading out on a hike with gorgeous mountaintop views on our private trails. Each family/group gets 1 to 3 lovable llamas to share and there’s plenty of time for llama cuddles and, of course, llama selfies! This moderate hike is around 1 mile long and requires walking uphill on rocky and sometimes slippery terrain. This experience lasts approximately an hour and a half. We welcome all ages on our llama hikes, and children 5 and under are... Read More
Enjoy a one-of-a-kind hike in the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains with our friendly llamas! Hikers will learn about our famous llamas’ interesting histories and how to safely handle the animals before heading out on a hike with gorgeous mountaintop views on our private trails. Each family/group gets 1 to 3 lovable llamas to share and there’s plenty of time for llama cuddles and, of course, llama selfies! This moderate hike is around 1 mile long and requires walking uphill on rocky and sometimes slippery terrain. This experience lasts approximately an hour and a half. We welcome all ages on our llama hikes, and children 5 and under are... Read More
Enjoy a one-of-a-kind hike in the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains with our friendly llamas! Hikers will learn about our famous llamas’ interesting histories and how to safely handle the animals before heading out on a hike with gorgeous mountaintop views on our private trails. Each family/group gets 1 to 3 lovable llamas to share and there’s plenty of time for llama cuddles and, of course, llama selfies! This moderate hike is around 1 mile long and requires walking uphill on rocky and sometimes slippery terrain. This experience lasts approximately an hour and a half. We welcome all ages on our llama hikes, and children 5 and under are... Read More
Enjoy a one-of-a-kind hike in the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains with our friendly llamas! Hikers will learn about our famous llamas’ interesting histories and how to safely handle the animals before heading out on a hike with gorgeous mountaintop views on our private trails. Each family/group gets 1 to 3 lovable llamas to share and there’s plenty of time for llama cuddles and, of course, llama selfies! This moderate hike is around 1 mile long and requires walking uphill on rocky and sometimes slippery terrain. This experience lasts approximately an hour and a half. We welcome all ages on our llama hikes, and children 5 and under are... Read More
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