A Breath of Fresh Air
This Spring, discover Black Mountain’s Ascension Series, Monarch Weigh Station volunteer opportunities, and other outdoor adventures
Are you visiting Black Mountain, North Carolina this Spring? Once you arrive, the first thing you should do is stop. Don’t unload the car just yet. Look around. Take some deep breaths. You are here, now, breathing in the most beautiful landscapes in Western North Carolina.
If you want that feeling to last, we encourage you to spend as much time outdoors as possible while you’re visiting our mountain town. A great way to do that is to experience nature through the eyes of us locals. So c’mon! Join us in our parks and outdoor spaces that make up our home sweet home.
Take a hike with our Spring Ascension Series
Join the Town of Black Mountain for our annual Spring Ascension Series! Choose your favorite activities from this 14-event series, which offers many options for exploring and learning about the gorgeous parks and trails of Western North Carolina. If you’re looking for ways to help our area continue its clean up from Hurricane Helene, you can also choose from one of three litter sweeps.
All programs are FREE, but registration is required and space is limited. Learn more about each program and sign up using this link: https://bmrp.recdesk.com/Community/Program
Questions? Call Clint Bowman, Black Mountain Parks and Recreation, at 828-419-9393.
Volunteer at a Monarch Waystation
Monarch Waystations in Black Mountain are dedicated, certified habitats featuring native milkweed and nectar plants to support monarch butterflies during their fall migration towards Mexico. Key locations include Veterans Park, Lake Tomahawk, and the Dr. Wilson Community Garden.
Local volunteers conduct weekly counts, tagging, and conservation efforts. Want to join them for one of their outings? Learn more about their efforts and ask questions via their Facebook page.
Other ways to explore like a local
Several businesses and non-profits in the Black Mountain area specialize in outdoor activities, including guided tours, equipment, apparel, and expert-led excursions throughout our region:
Source: Black Mountain Recreation Facebook page
Take A Hike Mountain Outfitters: Located in downtown Black Mountain, this shop provides equipment and excellent local knowledge for hiking trails.
Mountain Running Company: Located in downtown Black Mountain, Asheville, and Boone, NC, this one-stop apparel and gear store is known for its community-building and events.
Epic Cycles: Full service on all bicycles, from top-spec mountain and road bikes to the “bike from your parents shed.”
One Fly Outfitters: Specializes in fly fishing equipment, fly tying supplies, fly tying classes, fly fishing instruction, and guided fly fishing trips.
Black Bear Adventures: Known for organized, multi-day bicycle tours, including routes on the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Black Mountain Expeditions: Custom outdoor programming, including hiking expeditions and guided adventures.
Waypoint Adventure: A non-profit offering organized hiking and outdoor programs for all abilities.
Visit our Shop/Services directory for more.
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About the Author
This blog story was written by Amy J. Schultz, an award-winning author, brand/marketing strategist, and overall creative type. She, her husband Brian, and their giant dog Bentley love their downtown Black Mountain neighborhood.
