All programs are offered at a reasonable cost with lots of extra value built in. Most fees are noted as R and NR. "R" refers to the fee for an Asheville city resident (living within the city limits), and "NR" refers to the fee for a non-resident (living outside the city limits).
Download the Fall Programs Calendar here.
Adult Programs
Senior Hikes
Sept. 11, Ivestor Gap
A lovely 3-4 mile out & back trail in the beautiful Black Balsam area. Bring along a small container for blueberries, we’ll try to find some! Van ride is approximately one hour+. Oct. 23, Rattlesnake Lodge Trail
A 2.6 mile out and back trail that winds through the forest offering great views. At the top of
our hike we’ll find some interesting foundations from the Rattlesnake Lodge. This hike has some uphill climbs. Van ride is approximately 20 minutes. Nov. 13, Montreat Hike
We’ll work our way along the Trestle trail in Montreat. Some uphill and rocky paths on this
2-3 mile out and back trail. Van ride is approximately 20 minutes. Dec. 11, Warren Wilson River Trail
A 4 mile easy trail along the Swannanoa River at the campus of Warren Wilson College.
Van ride is approximately 15 minutes. Active Adult Adventures Sept. 24., Whitewater Rafting
Raft the beautiful Nantahala River through class 1-3 rapids. This is a great trip for beginner rafters, or for folks who don’t want huge rapids. Depart the Recreation office at 10:00 am; return 6:00 pm.
Fee: $32 R; $35 NR.
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Biking, Boating, Climbing Home School Adventures for Ages 8-17 Sept. 16, Whitewater Rafting
Raft the beautiful Nantahala River through class 1-3 rapids. Rafters must weigh at least 60 lbs to raft. Depart Montford Recreation Center at 10:00 am; return 6:00 pm.
Fee: $32 R; $35 NR. Active Adult Adventures
Sept. 24., Whitewater Rafting
Raft the beautiful Nantahala River through class 1-3 rapids. This is a great trip for beginner rafters, or for folks who don’t want huge rapids. Depart the Recreation office at 10:00 am; return 6:00 pm.
Fee: $32 R; $35 NR.
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Hiking & Backpacking Senior Treks
Meet at 9:30 am at the Recreation Office on 72 Gashes Creek Rd. Transportation included.
Pre-registration is required. Call 251-4029 to register.
Fee: $2 per trip.
Sept. 11, Ivestor Gap
A lovely 3-4 mile out & back trail in the beautiful Black Balsam area. Bring along a small container for blueberries, we’ll try to find some! Van ride is approximately one hour+.
Oct. 23, Rattlesnake Lodge Trail
A 2.6 mile out and back trail that winds through the forest offering great views. At the top of
our hike we’ll find some interesting foundations from the Rattlesnake Lodge. This hike has some uphill climbs. Van ride is approximately 20 minutes.
Nov. 13, Montreat Hike
We’ll work our way along the Trestle trail in Montreat. Some uphill and rocky paths on this
2-3 mile out and back trail. Van ride is approximately 20 minutes. Dec. 11, Warren Wilson River Trail
A 4 mile easy trail along the Swannanoa River at the campus of Warren Wilson College. Van
ride is approximately 15 minutes. Home School Adventures for Ages 8-17 Oct. 15-16, Backpacking in Pisgah
Spend two days backpacking in Pisgah National Forest, enjoying the fall colors. Homeschoolers must have their own rain gear, backpacks, sleeping bags & pads. Tents, cooking equipment & food will be provided. Details to be provided with parent packet.
Fee: $50 R; $55 NR. Back to Top
Overnight Adventures Home School Adventures for Ages 8-17 Oct. 15-16, Backpacking in Pisgah
Spend two days backpacking in Pisgah National Forest, enjoying the fall colors. Homeschoolers must have their own rain gear, backpacks, sleeping bags & pads.
Tents, cooking equipment & food will be provided. Details to be provided with parent packet.
Fee: $50 R; $55 NR. Back to Top
Seniors Outdoor Senior Treks
Meet at 9:30 am at the Recreation Office on 72 Gashes Creek Rd. Transportation included. Pre-registration is required. Call 251-4029 to register.
Fee: $2 per trip.
Sept. 11, Ivestor Gap
A lovely 3-4 mile out & back trail in the beautiful Black Balsam area. Bring along a small container for blueberries, we’ll try to find some! Van ride is approximately one hour+.
Oct. 23, Rattlesnake Lodge Trail
A 2.6 mile out and back trail that winds through the forest offering great views. At the top of our hike we’ll find some interesting foundations from the Rattlesnake Lodge. This hike has some uphill climbs. Van ride is approximately 20 minutes.
Nov. 13, Montreat Hike
We’ll work our way along the Trestle trail in Montreat. Some uphill and rocky paths on this 2-3 mile out and back trail. Van ride is approximately 20 minutes. Dec. 11, Warren Wilson River Trail
A 4 mile easy trail along the Swannanoa River at the campus of Warren Wilson College.
Van ride is approximately 15 minutes. Active Adult Adventures Sept. 24., Whitewater Rafting
Raft the beautiful Nantahala River through class 1-3 rapids. This is a great trip for beginner rafters, or for folks who don’t want huge rapids. Depart the Recreation office at 10:00 am; return 6:00 pm.
Fee: $32 R; $35 NR. Back to Top
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Summer Youth Home School Adventures for Ages 8-17
Sept. 16, Whitewater Rafting
Raft the beautiful Nantahala River through class 1-3 rapids. Rafters must weigh at least
60 lbs to raft. Depart Montford Recreation Center at 10:00 am; return 6:00 pm.
Fee: $32 R; $35 NR.
Oct. 15-16, Backpacking in Pisgah
Spend two days backpacking in Pisgah National Forest, enjoying the fall colors.
Homeschoolers must have their own rain gear, backpacks, sleeping bags & pads.
Tents, cooking equipment & food will be provided. Details to be provided with parent packet.
Fee: $50 R; $55 NR.
Nov. 12, Caving at Worley’s Cave
Explore Worley’s Cave, a private cave in Eastern Tennessee, and check out the amazing formations! Depart at 9:00 am; return 5:00 pm.
Fee: $26 R; $28 NR.
Dec. 17, Waynesville Indoor WaterPark
An indoor adventure! Depart at 10:30 am; return at 4:00 pm.
Fee: $9 R; $10 NR.
School’s Out Adventures
Oct. 5, Caving at Worley’s Cave
Explore Worley’s Cave, a private cave in Eastern Tennessee, and check out the amazing formations! Depart Montford Recreation Center at 9:00 am; return 5:00 pm.
Fee: $26 R; $28 NR.
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