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Fall Scenic Hike

Join MountainTrue's Ecologist and Public Lands Director, Bob Gale, for a gorgeous and educational hike through Pisgah National Forest. This moderate hike offers breathtaking views of the fall foliage, and if we are lucky, we will catch glimpses of the Monarch Butterfly migration. We will be hiking the Pilot Cove Loop Trail in Pisgah, which is approximately 4 miles long. The trail starts in a lesser-known part of Pisgah National Forest and winds upward among the brightly colored sourwood and black gum trees. After opening up onto a beautiful rocky outcrop, the trails travels through recently logged forested as well as much older sections of forest. There are some steep inclines on this trail, but Bob will be making frequent stops to rest and interpret the flora and fauna.

Fall Forest Communities Hike

Rough Ridge Overlook 3218 Blue Ridge Pkwy, Linville, NC, United States

Did you know there are over 30 Forest Communities in the Southern Appalachians? Join our Public Lands Director and Ecologist Bob Gale on a hike to learn more about the biodiversity of flora throughout the Forest Communities on the Tanawha Trail. We will find ourselves immersed in the Spruce-Fir Forest Community and the High Elevation Red Oak Community along this trail. This 4-mile hike is strenuous and can be steep in a few places; there are various rocky areas where footing can be tricky. Please consider your ability to climb over rocks and maintain balance while hiking over roots before signing up to attend this hike.

Winter Tree ID Hike near Hiawassee, GA 2/12/22

Hiawassee, GA 30546 Hiawassee, GA, United States

Back by popular demand! Learn how to identify trees in the winter with Western Region Program Coordinator, Tony Ward on Saturday, January 22 at 1:00. During this walk in the woods, we will discuss the different ways that you can identify trees in your area. This hike is open to all skill levels of tree identifiers! Registration is required.

$10 – $20

Winter Tree ID & Ecology Hike near Hot Springs, NC (2-19-22)

Join Biologist Josh Kelly on a hike as we take the time to observe the surroundings and notice the ecological interactions that occur in the cold months. Along the way we will also practice our winter tree identification skills. Registration for this hike is required.

$5 – $15

REGISTER NOW! Buncombe County Recycling Center Tour in Woodfin, NC (2-25-22)

Whether you are an avid recycler or a beginner wanting to learn more, we invite you to join MountainTrue on Friday, February 25th, on a tour of Buncombe County's Recycling Facility, Curbie. Here we will take a tour of the facility and have a chance to ask any questions. Registration for this event is required.

Free

Waiting List: Winter Bird Watch on Lake Chatuge near Hayesville, NC 2-26-22

MountainTrue will host the 16th annual Winter Bird Watch outing on Lake Chatuge, Saturday, February 26th. Retired Young Harris College professor and MountainTrue member, Brenda Hull will lead the bird watch again this year. A spotting scope is provided for up-close views, but participants should still bring binoculars and a favorite bird identification guide, if they have them. The outing is limited to 10 participants. Click the link to learn more/register for this event!

Free

Waiting List: Green River Gorge Hike near Saluda, NC (3-19-22)

Join MountainTrue on this great late winter hike following the Green River. This hike will offer continuous views of the Green River's quiet stretches to its most intense rapids. Click the link to learn more and register for this guided hike!

$5 – $15

Waiting List: Grassland Restoration & Fire Ecology Hike near Alexander, NC (3-25-22)

Join Biologist Josh Kelly on the Grassland Restoration & Fire Ecology Hike. On this hike will explore a shortleaf pine-oak savanna on Sandymush Gameland that is in the process of being restored. We will discuss diverse topics such as fire ecology, bio-physical characteristics of Blue Ridge woodlands and savannas, and native species associated with grasslands. Registration is required.

$5 – $15

Waiting List: Hendersonville Ebike Tour in Hendersonville, NC 4-23-22

Join MountainTrue as we team up with Flying Bikes Tours to take out a fleet of electric bikes! We'll be exploring the Oklawaha Greenway, with stops along the way to discuss Henderson County's ongoing Comprehensive Planning process and how the county can address affordable housing, recreation, and transportation. Registration is required for this trip.

$10 – $20