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SUMMARY:Volunteer Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Want to know more about Conserving Carolina and how you can help?\nJoin us for a Volunteer Information Session online!\n\nLearn more about our work and how you can make a difference. Get yourself ready for action and learn the many ways you can get involved at Conserving Carolina!\n\nThe meeting is online\, via Zoom. You can join by clicking on the link below.\n\n\nhttps://us04web.zoom.us/j/79948751869?pwd=yLas24dAFWqgr9IHpsBsPXsBgJc6dp.1 \n\nRSVP below
URL:https://conservingcarolina.org/event/volunteer-information-session-50/2024-12-03/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T093000
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SUMMARY:Rock Crushers
DESCRIPTION:Join the Rock Crushers on Conserving Carolina trails in the Hickory Nut Gorge in trail building and maintenance including digging trail tread/surface\, removing vegetation\, moving rocks\, swinging sharp tools\, having fun while working hard. \nSeeking consistent weekly volunteers. \nIf interested in joining the Trail Crew\, email mary@conservingcarolina.org or call 828-697-5777 ext. 211 to check for availability. \nRSVP Required\nRSVP’s are required to to help staff adequately plan for safety precautions and to maintain group sizes less than 10 and so we can provide meet up information.
URL:https://conservingcarolina.org/event/rock-crushers/2024-12-04/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Writing in Nature
DESCRIPTION:December 7th 10:00 – 2:00 “Writing in Nature” \nWhere:  Walnut Creek Preserve\, 179 Wood Thrush Lane\, Mill Spring\, NC 28756 \nWhat:  “Writing in Nature” includes an experience of Shinrin Yoku\, known as “Forest Bathing” with Mattie Decker\, ANFT certified guide and mindfulness teacher.  We gather in a circle\, with mindfulness meditation before embarking into the forest to “find our spot”\, our tree\, or place we are drawn to sit and write. Afterward there are refreshments shared\, as we tell about our experiences\, often reading what we’ve written. Participants are also encouraged to bring writing they are working on\, or journals to continue projects they are midst. There are always surprises\, and amazement in how the medicine of the forest provides us what is uniquely needed for each of us. For new writers\, or those who are writers\, this experience offers a dimension of awakening to the deep relationship we each have in Nature. \nDirections: How to Get to Walnut Creek Preserve \nPlease note that the preserve is open to the public only by invitation for educational events. There is not public access outside of these events.   \nGo to the Anne Elizabeth Surratt Nature Center on the preserve. \nAll are welcome here. \nLEARN MORE ABOUT FOREST BATHING \nTO REGISTER PLEASE CLICK HERE \nYou will be redirected to Transfiguration Spirituality Center to register.\nAddress:179 Wood Thrush Lane\, Mill Spring\, NC 28756 \nDirections from the Tryon and Columbus Area \nTo get to Walnut Creek Preserve’s Nature Center from the Tryon and Columbus area\, take Hwy 108 E and turn left on Hwy 9 toward Lake Lure. Follow Hwy 9 N for 5 miles and turn right onto McGuinn Road (at the Exxon Station). Go 1 mile to the intersection with Big Level Road; turn left\, go 0.2 miles and take the first right onto Aden Green Road. Follow Aden Green for 0.4 mile and turn left on Wood Thrush Lane and into Walnut Creek Preserve. Take the first left onto Conservatory Lane\, which takes you to the parking area for the nature center on the right. \nDirections from Hendersonville \nGo east on I-26 for 18 miles. Take exit 67 from I-26 (exit for Rutherfordton\, Columbus\, Tryon\, etc.)\, and then take the left fork of the exit (Highway 74) toward Forest City and Charlotte. Take the first exit off of Highway 74 (Exit 163) to Mill Spring. Turn left at the bottom of the ramp (you are on Highway 108). Go 3 miles to blinking light at Highway 9. Turn left (north) toward Lake Lure. \nGo 5 miles on Highway 9 to McGuinn Road (McGuinn’s store/Exxon on the right corner). Turn right and go 1 mile to intersection with Big Level Road (dead end). Turn left. Go .3 miles to Aden Green Road on the right. Turn right and go .4 miles to Walnut Creek Preserve drive entrance on the left at Herbarium Lane. (There is a gate at the driveway\, which will be open for events). Turn left onto the drive\, through the black gate and then left onto Conservatory Lane. Come up the drive to the Nature Center parking lot on the right. \n 
URL:https://conservingcarolina.org/event/writing-in-nature-3/
LOCATION:NC
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SUMMARY:Holiday Wreath Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday\, December 11th \nTime: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM \nLocation: Conserving Carolina Office: 847 Case St\, Hendersonville\, NC 28792 \nHappy Holidays! Join us for a morning of crafting and education. This year the wreaths will be highlighting some native species within our area. Materials will be provided\, but bringing personal materials is also encouraged. Light refreshments will be provided. This is a free event\, but materials and space are limited\, so please RSVP below. \nPlease bear in mind that this event usually fills up quickly. If you have a reservation but your plans change\, please cancel your RSVP by by emailing Joey@conservingcarolina.org or Mary@conservingcarolina.org as soon as you know\, so we can open up your spot. You can also email Mary or Joey if you have any questions\, or be added to the waiting list. \n 
URL:https://conservingcarolina.org/event/holiday-wreath-workshop/
LOCATION:Conserving Carolina\, 847 Case Street\, Hendersonville\, NC\, 28792\, United States
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SUMMARY:Rock Crushers
DESCRIPTION:Join the Rock Crushers on Conserving Carolina trails in the Hickory Nut Gorge in trail building and maintenance including digging trail tread/surface\, removing vegetation\, moving rocks\, swinging sharp tools\, having fun while working hard. \nSeeking consistent weekly volunteers. \nIf interested in joining the Trail Crew\, email mary@conservingcarolina.org or call 828-697-5777 ext. 211 to check for availability. \nRSVP Required\nRSVP’s are required to to help staff adequately plan for safety precautions and to maintain group sizes less than 10 and so we can provide meet up information.
URL:https://conservingcarolina.org/event/rock-crushers/2024-12-11/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Want to know more about Conserving Carolina and how you can help?\n\nWant to know more about Conserving Carolina and how you can help? \nJoin us for a Volunteer Information Session online! \n\nLearn more about our work and how you can make a difference. Get yourself ready for action and learn the many ways you can get involved at Conserving Carolina! \n  \nThe meeting is online\, via Zoom. You can join by clicking on the link below. \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/85293338010?pwd=D9uFJZNYhK5AZ1Rl7iFtaQH5aijD5m.1 \n\n\nRSVP below
URL:https://conservingcarolina.org/event/volunteer-information-session-51/
LOCATION:NC
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241227T215546Z
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SUMMARY:Rock Crushers
DESCRIPTION:Join the Rock Crushers on Conserving Carolina trails in the Hickory Nut Gorge in trail building and maintenance including digging trail tread/surface\, removing vegetation\, moving rocks\, swinging sharp tools\, having fun while working hard. \nSeeking consistent weekly volunteers. \nIf interested in joining the Trail Crew\, email mary@conservingcarolina.org or call 828-697-5777 ext. 211 to check for availability. \nRSVP Required\nRSVP’s are required to to help staff adequately plan for safety precautions and to maintain group sizes less than 10 and so we can provide meet up information.
URL:https://conservingcarolina.org/event/rock-crushers/2024-12-18/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241219T173000
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Want to know more about Conserving Carolina and how you can help?\nJoin us for a Volunteer Information Session online!\n\nLearn more about our work and how you can make a difference. Get yourself ready for action and learn the many ways you can get involved at Conserving Carolina!\n\nThe meeting is online\, via Zoom. You can join by clicking on the link below.\n\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/85293338010?pwd=D9uFJZNYhK5AZ1Rl7iFtaQH5aijD5m.1 \n  \n 
URL:https://conservingcarolina.org/event/volunteer-information-session-52/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241221T190000
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SUMMARY:A Nighttime Walk to Celebrate the Winter Solstice
DESCRIPTION:Date: December 21\, 2024 \nTime: 7:00 p.m. \nLocation: DuPont State Recreational Forest\, Hooker Falls Access Area\, first/lower parking lot \nJoin us to celebrate the winter solstice – the longest night of the year – with a nighttime walk to Hooker Falls\, in DuPont State Recreational Forest. \nStarting from the lower/first parking lot\, participants will be asked to enjoy a silent walk in the darkness\, without the aid of flashlights. (Red flashlights are permitted\, but only if needed/when necessary.) The stroll will be along a one-fourth mile trail to the base of Hooker Falls. Once arriving at the falls\, in the dark of night we’ll create soft moonlight by shining (white light) flashlights upon the falls…creating a quiet moment to celebrate the return of the sun to the northern hemisphere. \nParticipants are asked to: \n\nbring (white light) flashlights to help illuminate the waterfall when we arrive\nonly us red flashlights along the trail and as needed – we’d like to invite you to use your senses and realize how well you can see and enjoy the wilderness in the dark!\nwalk in silence to the waterfall\nbring a thermos with a warm (non-alcoholic) drink to toast the sun’s return when we arrive back at the lower/first parking lot\n\nThe event will be cancelled in case of heavy rain\, snow\, or ice. Pre-registration is required\, please RSVP below.  There is no charge for this event. \nIn case of inclement weather\, the website event will be updated by 12 p.m. on the day of the walk if cancellation is necessary. \nFor your safety\, do not attempt any hike beyond your ability and experience. Walkers should wear appropriate clothing and footwear and bring water and a snack for themselves. Please be sure to bring any personal medication that you may require. \nFor more information contact Pam Torlina by email at: pam@conservingcarolina.org.
URL:https://conservingcarolina.org/event/a-nighttime-walk-to-celebrate-the-winter-solstice-4/
LOCATION:Hooker Falls Access\, Dupont State Forest\, Hendersonville\, NC\, 28739\, United States
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SUMMARY:Kudzu Warriors
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nJoin the Conserving Carolina “Kudzu Warriors” as they continue the fight against Kudzu\, a non-native and invasive vine\, at the Conserving Carolina owned Norman Wilder Forest off of Hwy 176. \nThe Kudzu Warriors\, named for their hard work eradicating Kudzu on Little Warrior Mountain\, have been defending the Conserving Carolina nature preserve from Kudzu (and other exotic species) since 2011 and have made a tremendous impact on the property. Areas that were once a mat of Kudzu vines are now lush with native vegetation! But the fight is not over\, and we need your help! \nJoin us Monday from 9:00-11:00 a.m. at the Norman Wilder Forest parking area/trailhead off of Hwy 176\, between Tryon and Saluda. GPS points (35.22458\, -82.27428) \nWe will supply tools and gloves\, but please bring water and a snack for yourself\, dress appropriately and bring your own work gloves if you’d like. \nTo RSVP or for more information email pam@conservingcarolina.org.
URL:https://conservingcarolina.org/event/kudzu-warriors-13/2024-12-23/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241225T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241225T163000
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SUMMARY:Rock Crushers
DESCRIPTION:Join the Rock Crushers on Conserving Carolina trails in the Hickory Nut Gorge in trail building and maintenance including digging trail tread/surface\, removing vegetation\, moving rocks\, swinging sharp tools\, having fun while working hard. \nSeeking consistent weekly volunteers. \nIf interested in joining the Trail Crew\, email mary@conservingcarolina.org or call 828-697-5777 ext. 211 to check for availability. \nRSVP Required\nRSVP’s are required to to help staff adequately plan for safety precautions and to maintain group sizes less than 10 and so we can provide meet up information.
URL:https://conservingcarolina.org/event/rock-crushers-2024-12-25/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241230T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241230T110000
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SUMMARY:Kudzu Warriors
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nJoin the Conserving Carolina “Kudzu Warriors” as they continue the fight against Kudzu\, a non-native and invasive vine\, at the Conserving Carolina owned Norman Wilder Forest off of Hwy 176. \nThe Kudzu Warriors\, named for their hard work eradicating Kudzu on Little Warrior Mountain\, have been defending the Conserving Carolina nature preserve from Kudzu (and other exotic species) since 2011 and have made a tremendous impact on the property. Areas that were once a mat of Kudzu vines are now lush with native vegetation! But the fight is not over\, and we need your help! \nJoin us Monday from 9:00-11:00 a.m. at the Norman Wilder Forest parking area/trailhead off of Hwy 176\, between Tryon and Saluda. GPS points (35.22458\, -82.27428) \nWe will supply tools and gloves\, but please bring water and a snack for yourself\, dress appropriately and bring your own work gloves if you’d like. \nTo RSVP or for more information email pam@conservingcarolina.org.
URL:https://conservingcarolina.org/event/kudzu-warriors-13/2024-12-30/
LOCATION:NC
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