Spring Wildflower Hike near Shelby, NC 4-12
2024-04-12 10:30 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Broad River Greenway Canoe Access, 126 Broad River Drive, Shelby, NC, 28152, United States
Join our MountainTrue Broad Riverkeeper, David Caldwell, as we explore the downstream trail at our Broad River Greenway. David will discuss the value and concerns associated with the Broad River along the way.
Meeting location is the Broad River Greenway main parking lot beside the Ranger Station and bathrooms at 10:30 sharp.
This out and back hike is approximately 5 miles with almost no elevation change, although the terrain is rugged. Children are welcome on this hike if they can hike 5 miles.
Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian for the entire duration of the hike.
While we love our furry friends, please no dogs on this hike.
Please bring:

Appropriate outerwear
Sturdy hiking shoes or boots
Water
Lunch and snacks
Walking stick (if you have one)

The rain date for this event is April 19th. Please hold both dates in your calendar.

Community Invasive Plant Workday on Jackson County Greenway in Cullowhee, NC Series 2024
2024-04-12 13:00 - 16:00 | Jackson County Greenway Loop, MONTEITH GAP Rd, Cullowhee, NC 28723
MountainTrue, in partnership with the Mainspring Conservation Trust, is hosting a community volunteer workday to control non-native invasive plants and restore native habitat at the Jackson County Greenway. We will primarily be pulling up roots and using hand tools to remove invasive shrubs like Chinese privet and Multiflora rose then treating the stumps.
No prior experience is necessary; we will provide tools and training. Please register in advance so that we will have enough tools, gloves, etc. We have large and small tasks available, so you don’t need to be able to do strenuous physical labor in order to participate. Please, no pets.
Please bring:
Closed-toed shoes (required)
Long pants
Long-sleeved shirts recommended
Water and snacks
Let’s work together to improve the wildlife habitat and natural beauty of the Greenway!!
Contact western region program associate Eve Davis with any questions (wro-wq-habitat@mountaintrue.org).

Happy Hour with MountainTrue at Innovation Station in Dillsboro, NC
2024-04-12 16:00 - 17:00 | Innovation Station, 40 Depot St, Dillsboro, NC, 28725
Join MountainTrue at Innovation Station in Dillsboro at 4:00 on Friday, April 12th for a “happy hour” social gathering to celebrate our habitat restoration work on the Greenway. Volunteers who participated in any of the workdays will receive a free beverage between 4-5 pm as a thank you!
Although we love our volunteers, anyone interested in learning more about MountainTrue is welcome and we hope to see you there.
Afterward, stay at the Station from 5-7 pm to learn more about trails, trail work, and sustainable recreation with Friends of Panthertown. Get details and RSVP for their event here: https://panthertown.org/events/.

CANCELED: Macroinvertebrate and Water Quality Volunteer Training in Saluda, NC
2024-04-13 09:30 - 16:00 | Saluda Library, 44 W Main St, Saluda, NC, 28773
This event has regretfully been canceled. Join your Green Riverkeeper for a full day of volunteer training for our Clean Water programs! Most of the day, you will learn about our SMIE (Stream Monitoring Information Exchange) program, which looks for macro-invertebrates in our local creeks and streams to determine stream health.
We will also add time to discuss and demonstrate how to take samples for our summer Swim Guide E. Coli monitoring and monthly samples for our VWIN (Volunteer Water Information Network) program.
The morning session will be classroom-style at the Saluda library. In the afternoon we will be on private property at Big Hungry sampling for bugs in a gorgeous location! (Registrants will follow each other to the private location day of training.)
We are limiting class attendance to 15 people to ensure everyone has a great hands-on experience. After the training, you can sign-up to volunteer with our clean water programs that stand out to you!
Participants need to be prepared to get into the creek in the afternoon. Waders will be provided but shoes that can get wet and go over the wader booties are required.
**Please be prepared with water, snacks, sunscreen and any medical supplies participants may need. There are local spots to grab lunch after the morning session to take to the afternoon location, or participants may bring their own lunch.
**For questions about future opportunities, please email erica@mountaintrue.org

Lunch and Learn with MountainTrue: Single-Use Plastics in Asheville, NC
2024-04-17 11:30 - 12:30 | Green Sage Cafe, 633A Merrimon Ave, Asheville, NC, 28804
Want to learn what MountainTrue has been doing to address single-use plastics and how you can help? Join us for a lunch and learn, hosted by MountainTrue and Green Sage Cafe.
We see them all over the road, clogging storm drains, and in the river, but plastics are more than just a trash issue. Single-use plastics are items of convenience, most of which are unrecyclable, that we may use for a few minutes before throwing them out. These disposable items wreak havoc on the environment but also pose serious threats to our health, our landfills, and the most vulnerable populations among us.
MountainTrue is excited to be the 2024 recipient of Green Sage’s annual donation program. Bring your reusable Green Sage glass juice bottles and coffee mugs to any Green Sage location and they’ll donate 10 cents to MountainTrue each time! Learn more about this program here.
Participation is limited to 14 so don’t wait to register!
Lunch will be purchased separately by participants. To make ordering easier, Green Sage will have a designated cash register for Lunch and Learn participants. Please arrive between 11:10 and 11:25 so you can order and get settled before the presentation.

MountainTrue's Henderson County Convenience Center Tour in Hendersonville, NC
2024-04-18 16:30 - 17:30 | Henderson County Convenience Center, 265 Convenience Center Dr, Hendersonville, NC, 28791
Join us for a tour of the Henderson County Convenience Center and Compost Facility. Learn about the recycling options Henderson County offers to residents including single-stream recycling, glass recycling, food waste collection, Hard to recycle items like foam packaging, florescent lights, electronics, cooking oil, appliances, and more.
This is an excellent visit for individuals who are looking to find out more about recycling options in Henderson County or individuals interested in visiting the compost facility.
This tour will include walking on uneven surfaces so please wear appropriate close-toed shoes. Kids are welcome with a supervising parent or guardian.
If the tour is full, please email amy@mountaintrue.org to be put on the waitlist.
Parking instructions will be sent to registrants closer to the event date.

Support the Watauga Riverkeeper at Appalachian State University's Earth Day Expo in Boone, NC
2024-04-19 13:00 - 16:00 | North Carolina
Appalachian State University’s Earth Day Expo will be centered around the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals, with Watauga Riverkeeper representing Goal #6, Clean Water and Sanitation.
Other community partners and organizations will represent the other 16 goals, creating a unique way for students and other community members to see the region’s dedication to sustainability and wellness for all. Stop by and say hi!
The Expo will take place at Appalachian State University’s Sanford Mall: 300 Locust St, Boone, NC 28608
Parking is available on King Street.

Town of Boone Earth Day Celebration in Boone, NC
2024-04-19 17:00 - 19:00 | North Carolina
Join the MountainTrue team and the Town of Boone in celebrating Earth Day at the Jones House downtown! This will be a great opportunity to meet community members who are dedicated to keeping our high country beautiful! You won’t want to miss this fun-filled town event!
The event will take place at the Jones House Cultural Center (604 W King St, Boone, NC 28607)

French Broad Paddle Trail Clean Up - Redmon Dam River Access near Marshall, NC
2024-04-20 09:00 - 12:00 | Redmon Dam River Access, 2753 Redmon Rd., Marshall, NC, 28753, United States
In honor of Earth Day MountainTrue members and the general public are invited to help clean up trash at Redmon Dam River Access in Madison County. Come help remove litter, illegally-dumped construction and industrial garbage, and tires from an otherwise lovely public access point to the French Broad River near the town of Marshall.
MountainTrue will provide trash bags and removal of collected garbage, but volunteers are asked to bring their own gloves, along with clothing that can get wet and dirty. Please also bring a change of clothes for afterwards, along with drinking water and snacks. This event will also be an opportunity to learn more about the French Broad Paddle Trail and other aspects of the French Broad Riverkeeper progam.
This event is kid friendly but anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian for the full duration of the event.
Parking is limited so we will meet at the Ingles in Marshall to carpool.
We hope you will join us!

Green Built Alliance 2nd Annual Earth Day 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run
2024-04-20 10:00 - 12:00 | North Carolina
MountainTrue is proud to support Green Built Alliance in promoting their 2nd Annual Earth Day 5K. The race is presented by Green Built Alliance to help reduce our community’s carbon footprint!

Saturday, April 20, 2024
5K Race begins at 10:00 AM
1 Mile Fun Run begins at 10:05 AM

Register by April 1st to be guaranteed a FREE race t-shirt. After that date, t-shirts will only be available in limited sizes and quantities.

Early registration includes a t-shirt, goody bag, and bib with chip-timing services. Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 overall male and female finishers as well as age group finishers!

Children 2 and under can join you for free (without registering) for the 1 Mile Fun Run, but kids 3 and up must be registered.

RSVP on Facebook to stay up to date!

Funds raised will support Green Built Alliance‘s programs that promote sustainability, impact environmental justice, and serve our community. The race aims to create a positive footprint, providing educational opportunities for supporting and engaging our community’s commitment to 100% Renewable Energy by 2042.

Catch MountainTrue staff at the Earth Day Fair after the race!
**This is NOT a MountainTrue fundraiser but we are happy to promote our partners in environmental conservation.

For questions about the race, please contact: earthday5k@greenbuilt.org

Hendo Earth Fest in Downtown Hendersonville, NC
2024-04-20 10:00 - 15:00 | North Carolina
Join MountainTrue at the City of Hendersonville’s Hendo Earth Fest! The purpose of the Hendo Earth Fest is to promote community education for all ages on environmental and sustainable practices, inspire action, and renew and expand commitments to protect our planet. Local and regional environmental allies focus on participation/hands-on activities and demonstrations designed to educate, renew, and expand action to protect our Western North Carolina environment and natural resources.
Ride your bike to the Hendo Earth Fest! Join a family-friendly bike ride to Hendo Earth Fest starting at 10:00 a.m. at First Congregational Church (5th Ave. & White Pine St) and ride down 4th Avenue to downtown Hendersonville. Blue Ridge Bicycle Club is providing free secure bike parking at City Hall.
Full event information found here.
Location: Downtown Hendersonville, Main Street from 6th Avenue to 4th Avenue and 5th Avenue.
Photo courtesy of: Jeff Shields, Conserving Carolina

Fly Fishing Film Festival in Boone, NC 4-20 benefiting MountainTrue and the Watauga Riverkeeper
2024-04-20 19:00 - 22:30 | Appalachian Theatre of the High Country, 559 West King Street, Boone, NC, 28607, United States
The 2024 International Fly Fishing Film Festival, sponsored by Boone’s Fly Shop and benefiting MountainTrue and the Watauga Riverkeeper, is coming to the Appalachian Theatre of the High Country on Saturday, April 20. Get a headstart on Earth Day Celebrations with us!
IF4™ is the world’s leading fly-fishing film event, consisting of films produced by professional filmmakers from all corners of the globe and showcasing the passion, lifestyle, and culture of fly fishing. It is the gathering place of the fly-fishing community and a celebration of friendship, fly-fishing stories and stoke.
Be sure to snag tickets from The Appalachian Theatre ASAP! Doors open at 6:30 p.m with pre-ordered adult tickets being $10/each and day-of-show tickets being $15/each.
Bring out friends and family for a Saturday night filled with films, popcorn, beer, and great company!
Purchase tickets or watch the trailer

Earth Day Kid's Merchandise Design Contest
2024-04-22 08:00 - 2024-05-31 23:59 | North Carolina
Calling all budding artists aged 10-14. In Honor of Earth Day, MountainTrue is hosting our first Kid’s Merchandise Design Contest.
The winner will receive the chance to work with a professional designer to make their design merchandise ready AND a wearable item with their design on it. They will also be featured in a MountainTrue e-newsletter as the contest winner.
Complete guidelines and requirements are below:
Theme: I love mountains
1. A preference will be given to designs that incorporate the beauty and biodiversity of the Southern Blue Ridge Mountains
2. A preference will be given to designs that encourage others to share your love of our mountains and region
We want you to use your creativity to show why you love mountains. What makes them special to you?
Other rules:
1. No designs will be considered if they contain offensive material or profanity
2. Applicant must be within the age range at the time of submission
3. Must be available in August to meet virtually with the designer
4. No restrictions on the number of colors used for the design or the number of entries you can submit
Submission deadline: May 31, 2024
Winner selection Process: Three finalists will be selected by MountainTrue staff on June 3rd. The three final designs will be presented to MountainTrue supporters and the general public for voting through June 30th. The final winner will be notified during the first week of July.
Submit my design. (Parent/Guardian permission required to participate).

Earth Day Wildflower Walk and Garlic Mustard Pull near Hot Springs, NC 4/22
2024-04-22 10:00 - 16:00 | Appalachian National Scenic Trailhead Parking, Del Rio, TN, 37727, United States
Help eradicate garlic mustard and enjoy spring wildflowers at the same time! The Appalachian Trail south of Max Patch has an outstanding display of native wildflowers that is being threatened by garlic mustard, which is known to exude chemicals from its roots that harm native plants.
Join MountainTrue Biologist Josh Kelly on a scenic and meaningful workday and celebrate our native flora and fauna along the way. This outing includes a strenuous 4 mile hike and the ability to pull garlic mustard.
Please remember to bring:
Two liters of water
Lunch
Sturdy foot wear
Clothing appropriate for colder weather above 4,000′
Rain gear
Carpool Location from Asheville:
For those coming from Asheville, we will meet at the West Asheville Home Depot at 8:45 am.
For those not carpooling, we will meet at the Appalachian National Scenic Trailhead Parking at 10 am
The rain date for this event is April 29, 2024. Please save both dates on your calendar.
Looking forward to celebrating Earth Day with you!

Earth Day Celebration in Asheville, NC
2024-04-22 17:00 - 19:00 | The Funkatorium, 147 Coxe Ave., Asheville, NC, 28801
Join us as we recognize and honor a significant day in environmental efforts: Earth Day. This monumental day allows us to celebrate the meaningful work we do day in and day out and the victories we have achieved in protecting the places we love and share.
Raise a glass with us at this casual gathering and commemorate with fellow MountainTrue supporters and staff.
To help us say a HUGE thank you to our volunteers who have gotten in the weeds, in the mud, and in the water with us, Wicked Weed has graciously offered to provide one free beer/wine or n/a drink to each volunteer that has volunteered with MountainTrue in April 2024. Volunteers should check in at the MountainTrue table to receive their complimentary drink ticket.
And that’s not all: Sugar Hollow Solar will also celebrate with us on-site. Homeowners or business owners can bring in their power bill for one complimentary drink ticket (good for beer, wine, or n/a drinks) on behalf of Sugar Hollow Solar.
Please join us in also thanking these companies for being good stewards of the environment and supporting our work.
Feeling hungry? Food will be available for purchase from The Funkatorium.
Look for us in the covered, outside space of The Funkatorium! We look forward to celebrating with you.

Earth Day Reflections: An Artistic Celebration in Flat Rock, NC benefiting MountainTrue
2024-04-22 17:00 - 19:00 | The Gallery at Flat Rock, 2702-A Greenville Highway, Flat Rock, NC, 28731, United States
The Gallery at Flat Rock invites you to Earth Day Reflections: An Artistic Celebration. This evening event will kick off at the gallery at 5:00 pm on Monday, April 22 (Earth Day 2024). Proceeds from this event will benefit MountainTrue.
Earth Day Reflections will include poetry readings, reflections, information sharing, and performances. Click here for the full schedule. The event will also feature, Katie Breckheimer (former Board Director of MountainTrue) speaking briefly about how the organization is working to protect the natural environment in our beautiful mountain region.
Join us at 5 pm with delicious tastings from Stump Farms before attendees are seated at 5:30 pm for the program. All of our senses will be awakened at this event!
Tickets to Earth Day Reflections are $15 per person. Purchase tickets online at the link below or stop by the gallery during normal operating hours.
Purchase tickets!

2024 Paddle Raffle to support MountainTrue and the Broad Riverkeeper
2024-04-23 - 2024-09-12 | North Carolina
2024 Paddle Raffle to support MountainTrue and the Broad Riverkeeper
Support MountainTrue and the Broad Riverkeeper with your raffle ticket purchase. Enter to win a paddle designed and crafted by Broad Riverkeeper, David Caldwell.
This is paddle #30 in a series of canoe and kayak paddles designed and created by David Caldwell, MountainTrue’s Broad Riverkeeper. This paddle is made of walnut, basswood, oak, and mahogany. It is 150 cm long and weighs 32 oz. Unlike most “production” paddles, which have a hard finish, Caldwell Carvings’ paddles have an oil finish that is warm to the touch and easily maintained.
Comes with a custom paddle hanger and small jar of “paddle balm” for maintenance.
HOW TO ENTER THE RAFFLE:
1. Enter online by completing this form and paying with a credit card (Online ticket sales will end at 11:59 pm on September 12th)
OR
2. Purchase tickets in person at the Annual MountainTrue Member Gathering in Asheville, NC on September 14th
**Must be a current member of MountainTrue to attend the member gathering

Guided River Snorkel near Sugar Grove, NC 4/23 CANCELED
2024-04-23 14:00 - 16:30 | Rominger Gravel Road Pull-off, 36.238482, -81.823214
Due to chilly weather, we unfortunately must cancel our planned snorkel. Please view the calendar for other upcoming snorkel adventures.
Join our High Country Water Team in exploring aquatic wildlife in the Watauga River. We will get up close and personal with many native fish species, such as the tangerine darter. Using view buckets, we can see under the water’s surface and observe the life teeming below.
This is an excellent opportunity to learn about aquatic ecosystems, and what makes the Watauga River truly unique. Our staff will provide viewbuckets, identification books, and a wealth of regional knowledge.
Important: *Option to rent a wetsuit and snorkel for a fully immersive experience at an additional cost*.
If you would like to rent a wetsuit and snorkel gear, be sure to purchase both a ticket and the additional ticket for rental gear ($40).
**Please also indicate what size wetsuit you will need based on the sizing chart linked here.
Children aged 5 and up are welcome to attend if accompanied by a parent or guardian for the entire duration of the outing.
Meet-up Coordinates: Rominger Road Gravel Pull-Off (36.238482, -81.823214)
Please remember to bring: Water, snacks, towel, and change of clothes

Invasive Removal at Double Head Knob near Arden, NC 4/24
2024-04-24 09:00 - 16:00 | Mountains To Sea Trail, Arden, NC, 28074
Join MountainTrue Biologist, Josh Kelly for an invasive plant removal workday. This workday will include a scenic and strenuous 3-mile hike to Double Head Knob, an excellent example of a montane grassland growing over a sloping rock outcrop. The site is being threatened by several species of invasive plants, which participants will help control mechanically and with herbicide.
We normally welcome younger folks on outings but for this workday, participants must be over the age of 14, able to complete a strenuous hike and comfortable using herbicides.
Meeting location:
We will meet at 9 am at Bent Creek Gap where the Mountains to Sea Trail crosses Bent Creek Rd.
Remember to Bring:
Long sleeved shirt
Long pants
Sturdy footwear
Two liters of water
Lunch
Rain gear
The rain date for this event is April 26, 2024. Please save both dates on your calendar.

Earth Month Vigil in Asheville, NC
2024-04-27 15:00 - 16:00 | Land of Sky UCC, 15 Overbrook Pl, Asheville, NC, 28805
Join the Creation Care Alliance for a time of ecumenical prayer in the Educational Garden at Land of the Sky UCC in Asheville. Our service will be followed by refreshments in the fellowship hall in addition to an opportunity to put your hands in the soil.
Please bring a blanket or camping chair if you want to sit during the prayer service (which will last 20-30 minutes). We look forward to lifting our prayer for the earth alongside your own!
This event is rain or shine. We’d love for you to bring your kids! In fact, if you have little ones attending, email sarah@mountaintrue.org and we will incorporate some extra special stuff for them.

MountainTrue Spring Clean on the Green with Co-Founder of LiquidLogic Kayaks, Shane Benedict in Saluda, NC
2024-05-04 10:00 - 15:00 | Fishtop Access, 2302 Green River Cove, Saluda, North Carolina, 28773
Join MountainTrue’s Green Riverkeeper and Liquidlogic Co-founder Shane Benedict for the 14th Annual Green River Spring Cleaning!
We’ll meet at the Fishtop Access at 10:00 AM on Saturday, May 4th where we will divide into teams and then get on the river to pull out as much litter as possible before the summer paddling season. We need paddlers of all skill levels to tackle each section of the Green from the Upper Green below the Tuxedo hydroelectric station, through the Narrows, down the Lower Green, and to Lake Adger.
*Roadside clean-up is also an option for folks who do not want to get on the water!
Bring your: boat, paddling gear (including life jacket), snacks/lunch, water, sunscreen, any necessary medical supplies you may need, and be prepared to get dirty and wet.
This is not a guided adventure but a volunteer clean-up event. Please make sure you are comfortable on the section of river you are cleaning on as there will not be a “guide” specifically leading you down the river. Children are welcome as long as they are accompanied by a parent/guardian for the entire duration of the clean-up.
MountainTrue has a limited number of duckies and gear if needed, but you must register in advance.
Stick around for the after party in downtown Saluda at the Spring Green Bash with Green River Adventures! There will be a boat raffle to support the Green Riverkeeper program!

2024 Spring Green Bash in Saluda, NC
2024-05-04 17:00 - 21:00 | Green River Adventures, 111 E. Main Street, Saluda, NC, 28773, United States
2024 Spring Green Bash
Get ready for an exciting day full of kayaking trips, waterfall rappelling, treks, cold beer, and good music when the Spring Green Bash — Saluda’s favorite river and block party — returns on Saturday, May 4th!
The whole Green River community is invited to the Spring Green Bash block party at Green River Adventures in downtown Saluda, NC. We’ll enjoy great beer from Oskar Blues Brewing and music by Pretty Little Goat Stringband. We’ll also announce the winner of the charity raffle for a brand new Liquidlogic Coupe named…SALUDA! Proceeds from the raffle benefit MountainTrue’s Green Riverkeeper – the protector and defender of the Green River Watershed.
The party will be held from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. in the parking lot for Green River Adventures at 150 E Main St., Saluda, NC 28773.
Where: Green River Adventures, 150 E Main St., Saluda, NC 28773
When: Saturday, May 4, 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.
HOW TO ENTER THE RAFFLE:
1. Enter online by completing this form and paying with a credit card OR
2. Pay cash in person at the event on May 4
**No tickets are needed for the block party. Tickets are only for the raffle.

PHHAT Treatment Days on the Green with Hemlock Restoration Initiative on May 5th and May 25th
2024-05-05 09:00 - 2024-05-25 16:00 | North Carolina
Join us on the Upper section of the Green River (class III) on May 5th and/or May 25th and become a member of the Paddlers Hemlock Health Action Taskforce (PHHAT).
This collaboration between the Hemlock Restoration Initiative, American Whitewater, the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission, and MountainTrue’s Green Riverkeeper utilizes experienced whitewater paddlers to treat trees along the Green River. We use a custom protocol to protect hemlock trees from infestation and death by the woolly adelgid (a non-native sap-sucking insect), whilst ensuring the safety and protection of water quality.
For the Upper Green, plan on meeting at the put-in (Pot Shoals Rd) at 9 AM. We will drop boats and head to the Gallimore lot to set shuttle. We will review the treatment plan at the put-in, including river safety and group coordination on the river. We will scout and set safety for the major rapids on the Upper (Bayless, Wanda, Triple Drop). Expect to be off the river by 4 PM.
Please bring:

Your river gear and boat! No river gear will be provided! For special requests, we can provide inflatable kayaks. Dress for the weather and assumption of having to take a dip in chilly water. Please be sure you are qualified to paddle this class III, which is a very remote run. Participants may be asked to provide evidence of their experience level prior to the trip.
Paddlers will get out of their boats and climb up the river bank to reach the base of the trees where they will perform the treatments. Sometimes repeatedly. The terrain varies from flat to moderately steep. As such expect to be traversing difficult terrain in paddling gear (we will allow time to remove helmet, lifejacket and spray skirt at each treatment get-out spot).
Bring plenty of hydration materials and snacks, more than you would for a normal paddling trip. We will be taking extra breaks during the day.
Get plenty of rest the day before as these are strenuous days.
We will provide all the adelgid-destroying equipment in dry bags to load into our boats.

Please RSVP as soon as possible to Thom Green with HRI at info@savehemlocksnc.org and complete the sign-up form. He will be the primary contact for questions and send updates if plans change.
To learn more about the PHHAT team, visit paddlersforhemlocks.com.
Note: Treatments are based on the rigorous science of using imidacloprid, a neonicotinoid, to control woolly adelgid. We use a pelletized formulation of imidacloprid called Coretect™. Every tree is given a prescribed dose based on tree size using a dosage rate shown to only affect adelgids on that tree. The prescribed dose is inserted into the soil surrounding the tree. Surrounding trees and flowering plants are not affected. Utmost care is exercised to protect the applicators (you).

Coffee Hour with MountainTrue: French Broad Paddle Trail in Asheville, NC
2024-05-07 08:00 - 09:00 | Wrong Way River Lodge & Cabins, 9 Midnight Drive, Asheville, 28806, United States
Join MountainTrue’s French Broad Paddle Trail Manager, Jack Henderson, for a presentation and discussion focused on the history, current status, and upcoming opportunities for growth along the French Broad Paddle Trail here in North Carolina and Tennessee.
This talk will educate attendees on what Paddle Trail staff and partners do, where funding comes from and how it’s used, the importance of equitable access, and some of the current projects we’re most excited about.
Light breakfast snacks will be provided for registered participants. Please come early enough to get settled in before the programming starts at 8.
On-site parking is limited but there is additional public parking within walking distance and several locations to lock up bikes if you feel like perusing the Greenway.
We are excited to provide more opportunities in 2024 for our supporters to learn about our work and the places we protect. Check out our other upcoming opportunities on our event calendar.

Green Drinks in Hendersonville, NC: The French Broad Paddle Trail & Henderson County
2024-05-09 17:30 - 19:00 | The Grove at Trailside Brewing, 873 Lenox Park Dr, Hendersonville, NC, 28739, United States
Come learn about the history, present condition, and opportunities for growth facing the French Broad Paddle Trail in Henderson County and abroad. Placed in the context of challenges from proposed dams, degraded water quality, and short-sighted growth, the French Broad River is an ongoing success story due to the work of passionate local communities, well-organized advocacy campaigns, and strong partnerships between non-profits, government agencies, and local businesses.
The French Broad Paddle Trail focuses on recreational access, stewardship, and information along the river, led by MountainTrue’s French Broad Riverkeeper program, and this presentation will give an overview of the Trail in general, share updates on specific projects occurring here in Henderson County, and inform attendees on how they can get involved and support this work.
Jack Henderson is MountainTrue’s French Broad Paddle Trail Manager. In this role, he helps create, maintain, and improve public river access points, campsites, signage, and information; removes garbage; manages woody debris; and hosts events focused on celebrating and learning about the river. Jack has degrees in geography and recreation management from Appalachian State University, and has worked for several non-profits focused on conservation and recreation here in Western North Carolina and elsewhere around the United States, since 2010. Jack loves human-powered recreation, with a special affinity for remote rivers and rocky trails. He can often be found where there is greenery and gradient.
5:30 p.m.: Grab and drink and network with like-minded locals.
6:00 p.m.: Enjoy the presentation and learn something new!
Hendersonville Green Drinks is presented by Conserving Carolina, MountainTrue and Trailside Brewing Co. Come to Green Drinks to learn more about current environmental issues, have relevant discussions, and meet with like-minded people. This is a monthly event and everyone is welcome. You don’t have to drink at Green Drinks; just come and listen. Trailside Brewing Co. offers beer, wine, cider, prosecco and non-alcoholic beverages. A limited food menu will be available.

Lake Adger Celebration in Mill Spring, NC
2024-05-11 12:00 - 16:00 | Lake Adger Celebration, 4741 Lake Adger Rd, Mill Spring, NC, 28756
The community is invited to attend the Lake Adger Celebration, a free, family-friendly event. Come on out and celebrate the lake! The Celebration will be fun for the whole family with guided kayak tours, fishing demonstrations, guided bird walks, activities for kids, and more!
Organizations and presenters at the event include: Conserving Carolina, MountainTrue, Polk County Parks and Recreation, the Muskie Club, Foothills Humane Society, Polk County Library, Pisgah Chapter Trout Unlimited, Blue Ridge Audubon, Foothills Equestrian Nature Center (FENCE), and more!
This event is offered in partnership with Conserving Carolina, MountainTrue, and Polk County Parks and Recreation, and hosted by the Lake Adger Property Owners Association, Inc.
*If you have a life jacket for your kids (or yourselves), please bring them, as there will be limited quantities of life jackets available.

Swim Guide 2024 Kickoff Meeting in Banner Elk, NC
2024-05-15 18:00 - 19:30 | The Valle Crucis Community Park, 2892 Broadstone Road, Valle Crucis, NC, 28604, United States
Join us at Valle Crucis Community Park as we celebrate the launch of the 2024 Swim Guide Season. At the event, we will provide training on Swim Guide methods and interested folks will have the opportunity to register to volunteer for the 2024 Swim Guide season. This is also a chance to meet our hard-working Water Team Staff, corporate sponsors, and other volunteers!
This event is open to children. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Headwaters Outfitters' Annual Upper French Broad River Clean-Up Day in Rosman, NC
2024-05-18 09:00 - 15:00 | Headwater Outfitters Outdoor Adventures, 25 Parkway Rd, Rosman, NC, 28772
Join French Broad Paddle Trail Manager, Jack Henderson, as he participates in Headwaters Outfitters’ Annual Upper French Broad River Clean-up Day.
This is not a MountainTrue-hosted event. Headwaters Outfitters supports MountainTrue, and we would love to help them in return.
Event info:
The French Broad River Clean-Up remains the best volunteer gig in town! Since the inception of “The Upper French Broad River Clean Up Day” in 1992, the annual river clean-up has netted more than 3,500 garbage bags, 4,500 old tires, and roughly 15 additional tons of trash along the upper French Broad. Over 3,000 volunteers have participated in the event, many returning year after year.
Volunteers show up at Headwaters Outfitters at 9:00 am. Everyone will be assigned Headwaters Outfitters canoes (2 people max per canoe, no kayaks please), paddles, life jackets, and garbage bags. Participants should bring sturdy gloves, river shoes, and tools such as trash grabbers or long-handled barbecue tongs to grab trash with. It’s always a good idea to bring a change of clothing for afterwards! After a light complimentary sponsored breakfast, volunteers will hit the river to collect as much trash as they can. Volunteers need to have solid paddling skills, be team players, and be ready to get dirty and work hard. Headwaters Outfitters will provide transportation to and from the river for the start and end of the day. Once back at the shop, a sponsored lunch will be provided thanks to generous donations from community members and businesses.
All volunteers must pre-register via Eventbrite to secure your spot. Space is limited.
Contact Danielle for more information or questions regarding this event at danielle@headwatersoutfitters.com

5Point Adventure Film Regional Screenings benefiting MountainTrue
2024-05-21 19:30 - 21:30 | The Grey Eagle, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, 28801, United States
MountainTrue is excited to announce the 5 Point Film Festival and raffle presented by Mosaic Realty! All proceeds from the event go to fund the work of MountainTrue.
MountainTrue is hosting 3 separate screenings of the films on May 21st. Read below for regional information:
Asheville, NC: Join us at The Grey Eagle on Tuesday, May 21st for an evening of fun, adventure, and community. Don’t want to worry about making dinner? Come early and grab food from the Grey Eagle Taqueria. Drinks will be available for purchase from the bar.
Doors open at 6:30 pm, and the show starts at 7:30. Come early to grab your refreshments, pick up some MountainTrue merchandise and chat with MountainTrue staff. And, bring a friend!
The fun doesn’t stop there. We are thrilled to offer a raffle for items including brand names Yeti, Fat Tire and Stio: $5 for 1 ticket or 5 tickets for $20. Buy your tickets online or at the event. The drawings will take place after the films, so stick around to see if you won.
**RAFFLE is ONLY for the Asheville, NC screening.
Parking on site is limited but there is plenty of parking around the River Arts District.
Tickets for the Asheville films are being sold through the Grey Eagle Website.
**Members of MountainTrue will receive a discounted ticket price. Keep an eye on your inbox for the Member Survey Email which will include your discount code. Not a member of MountainTrue? Join now!
**Ticket purchases are non-refundable (but rest assured, your ticket sales go to fund the work of MountainTrue).
Brasstown, NC: Regretfully, we have had to cancel this showing.
Etowah, NC: More info here
About 5Point Film
OUR MISSION is to build community and inspire change by showcasing and celebrating impactful stories of adventure. We are dedicated to uplifting diverse storytellers and stories that allow us to better understand the world around us.
Film line-up (subject to minor changes):

JACKSON GOLDSTONE – SOLO (3 mins)
DIRECTOR: SCOTT SECCO
PRODUCERS: SEB KEMP, DANIEL GILLOOLEY
(CANADA, 3 MIN)
When he’s not turning heads trackside, Jackson Goldstone will be found turning trails into his own personal playground. While his 9 to 5 is piloting his Syndicate V10 downhill bike down heinous tracks in pursuit of podium glory, he absolutely loves to get out on his local trails with his daily driver and have some fun.ABOVE THE NOISE (6 mins)
DIRECTOR: ADAM DE SILVA
PRODUCER: EXPLORE IMPOSSIBLE
(UNITED KINGDOM, 6 MIN)
Above The Noise is a documentary short that explores how athlete Maja Kuczynska uses the sport of skydiving to escape the chaos of the modern world.CANYON CHORUS (17 mins)
DIRECTOR: CHRIS CRESCI
PRODUCER: DAVIS LOVE
(USA, 17 MIN)
Set against the backdrop of Desolation Canyon, UT, Mikah Meyer, a world-record traveler and LGBTQ+ advocate, reflects with three close friends and his mentor, Larry Edwards, on their stories and the power of mentorship within the queer community.SOUNDSCAPE 14
DIRECTOR: TIMMY O’NEILL
(USA, 15 MIN)
Soundscape features Erik Weihenmayer, a global adventure athlete and author who is completely blind, as he ascends a massive alpine rock face deep in the Sierra Nevada. Using expert camera work from Mikey Schaefer and emotive, novel animation to bring to life a concept by adaptive climbing pioneer Timmy O’Neill, the film is a surprising and soulful adventure.ELLADJ (6 mins)
DIRECTOR: MIKE SCHWARTZ
(CANADA, 6 MIN)
Elladj follows the remarkable journey of Elladj Balde, a Canadian figure skater who found his voice and fan base through wild ice-skating. The film centers on the transformative power of embracing one’s passion over measurable results.
**INTERMISSION**

SLIDES ON THE MOUNTAIN (30 mins)
DIRECTOR: SETH GILLIS
PRODUCERS: SANDY WARD, ALINE MAYERHOFFER
(CANADA, 30 MIN)
Two brothers from the Lil’wat Nation, Ricky and Talon, set out to ski Ts’zil (Slides On The Mountain) but face a steep learning curve before they can make their historic attempt.
FALL HARVEST (3 mins)
DIRECTOR: KEENAN DESPLANQUES
(USA, 2 MIN)
In 2023, Nicholi Rogatkin had a season-ending injury and was forced to sit out for the summer. Fall Harvest highlights the magic of getting back on a bike again after an injury.

STRONG GRANDMA (15 mins)
DIRECTORS: CECILIA BROWN, WINSLOW CRANE-MURDOCH
PRODUCER: CECILIA BROWN
(USA, 15 MIN)
95 year old Catherine Kuehn is a world record winning deadlifter. As she prepares for her last competition she reflects on the love, and the loss, that brought her to this moment.
WATCH THE TRAILER!
A HUGE Thank you to our Event Sponsors:
Presenting Sponsors: Caley Bowman, Rika Taylor and Mosaic Realty

Supporting Sponsors: Altura Architects, Youngblood Bicycles and Second Gear.

5Point Adventure Film Screening benefiting MountainTrue in Brasstown, NC-CANCELED
2024-05-21 19:30 - 21:30 | Kula Wellness Center, 136 Emily Ln, Brasstown, NC, 28902
We regret to announce that this event has been canceled. Please keep an eye on our e-newsletter for future film screenings later this year. If you feel up to an adventure, tickets are still for sale for the Asheville, NC showing on Tuesday, May 21st.
MountainTrue is excited to announce the 5 Point Film Festival presented by Mosaic Realty!
Join us at Kula Wellness Center on Tuesday, May 21st for an evening of fun, adventure and community. Beer and wine will be available for purchase and we will have simple movie snacks.
Doors open at 6:30 pm, and the show starts at 7:30. Come early to get a seat, grab your refreshments and chat with MountainTrue staff.
**Members of MountainTrue receive a discounted ticket price. Not a member of MountainTrue? Join now!
**Ticket purchases are non-refundable (but rest assured, your ticket sales go to fund the work of MountainTrue).
About 5Point Film
OUR MISSION is to build community and inspire change by showcasing and celebrating impactful stories of adventure. We are dedicated to uplifting diverse storytellers and stories that allow us to better understand the world around us.

Film line-up (subject to minor changes):

JACKSON GOLDSTONE – SOLO (3 mins)
DIRECTOR: SCOTT SECCO
PRODUCERS: SEB KEMP, DANIEL GILLOOLEY
(CANADA, 3 MIN)
When he’s not turning heads trackside, Jackson Goldstone will be found turning trails into his own personal playground. While his 9 to 5 is piloting his Syndicate V10 downhill bike down heinous tracks in pursuit of podium glory, he absolutely loves to get out on his local trails with his daily driver and have some fun.ABOVE THE NOISE (6 mins)
DIRECTOR: ADAM DE SILVA
PRODUCER: EXPLORE IMPOSSIBLE
(UNITED KINGDOM, 6 MIN)
Above The Noise is a documentary short that explores how athlete Maja Kuczynska uses the sport of skydiving to escape the chaos of the modern world.CANYON CHORUS (17 mins)
DIRECTOR: CHRIS CRESCI
PRODUCER: DAVIS LOVE
(USA, 17 MIN)
Set against the backdrop of Desolation Canyon, UT, Mikah Meyer, a world-record traveler and LGBTQ+ advocate, reflects with three close friends and his mentor, Larry Edwards, on their stories and the power of mentorship within the queer community.SOUNDSCAPE 14
DIRECTOR: TIMMY O’NEILL
(USA, 15 MIN)
Soundscape features Erik Weihenmayer, a global adventure athlete and author who is completely blind, as he ascends a massive alpine rock face deep in the Sierra Nevada. Using expert camera work from Mikey Schaefer and emotive, novel animation to bring to life a concept by adaptive climbing pioneer Timmy O’Neill, the film is a surprising and soulful adventure.ELLADJ (6 mins)
DIRECTOR: MIKE SCHWARTZ
(CANADA, 6 MIN)
Elladj follows the remarkable journey of Elladj Balde, a Canadian figure skater who found his voice and fan base through wild ice-skating. The film centers on the transformative power of embracing one’s passion over measurable results.
**INTERMISSION**

SLIDES ON THE MOUNTAIN (30 mins)
DIRECTOR: SETH GILLIS
PRODUCERS: SANDY WARD, ALINE MAYERHOFFER
(CANADA, 30 MIN)
Two brothers from the Lil’wat Nation, Ricky and Talon, set out to ski Ts’zil (Slides On The Mountain) but face a steep learning curve before they can make their historic attempt.
FALL HARVEST (3 mins)
DIRECTOR: KEENAN DESPLANQUES
(USA, 2 MIN)
In 2023, Nicholi Rogatkin had a season-ending injury and was forced to sit out for the summer. Fall Harvest highlights the magic of getting back on a bike again after an injury.

STRONG GRANDMA (15 mins)
DIRECTORS: CECILIA BROWN, WINSLOW CRANE-MURDOCH
PRODUCER: CECILIA BROWN
(USA, 15 MIN)
95 year old Catherine Kuehn is a world record winning deadlifter. As she prepares for her last competition she reflects on the love, and the loss, that brought her to this moment.
WATCH THE TRAILER!
A HUGE Thank you to our Event Sponsors:
Presenting Sponsors: Mosaic Realty Agents: Caley Bowman and Rika Taylor

Supporting Sponsors: Altura Architects, Youngblood Bicycles and Second Gear.
