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SUMMARY:test event
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URL:https://blueridgebartram.org/event/test-event/
LOCATION:Appletree Campground\, Appletree Campground Rd\, Topton\, NC\, 28781\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T110000
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SUMMARY:Meet & Greet Coffee Hour with Dr. Raechel Littman
DESCRIPTION:Get to know our new Executive Director Dr. Raechel Littman! \nWe will meet in the coffee shop at Cowee School Arts & Heritage Center. Coffee and pastries are available upon donation to Cowee School. \nThis day we will also be installing locust steps on the Cowee Trail with some volunteers from Bartram Academy. \nThe Youth Art Month installation will be up in the school to peruse as well.
URL:https://blueridgebartram.org/event/mar-13-meet-and-greet/
LOCATION:Cowee School\, 51 Cowee School Dr.\, Franklin\, NC\, 28734
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SUMMARY:Second Saturday Workday
DESCRIPTION:We will be working from Beechertown headed towards Cheoh this Saturday! We will be meeting HERE. \nPlease bring work gloves\, good boots\, plenty of water\, lunch\, any meds you might need and esprit de corps. \nDon’t be shy\, we’ll provide everything you need to enjoy your day while making a huge impact for future enjoyment of the Bartram Trail. The hard work of our volunteers is what keeps the 120+ miles of trails open and usable all year long. \nDue to technological issues\, if you are unable to RSVP on our site please email fiona@blueridgebartram.org with the subject line “March Second Saturday Workday” and the amount of people in your party. \nThank you for your volunteerism!
URL:https://blueridgebartram.org/event/mar-14-ssw/
CATEGORIES:Work Days
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T150000
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SUMMARY:Cowee Trail Workday
DESCRIPTION:We will be installing locust steps on the trail behind Cowee School on steep sections and creating space for new plants to grow near the bird-viewing area. \nThe vision for this trail is to be a space for artists and community members to utilize for nature-based events including forest bathing\, bird viewing\, or having a solitary wander. \nDue to technological issues\, if you are unable to RSVP on our site please email fiona@blueridgebartram.org with the subject line “Cowee Trail Workday” and the amount of people in your party.
URL:https://blueridgebartram.org/event/mar-13-cowee-trail-workday/
LOCATION:Cowee School\, 51 Cowee School Dr.\, Franklin\, NC\, 28734
CATEGORIES:Work Days
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T150000
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SUMMARY:Third Friday Workday
DESCRIPTION:We will be meeting at Warwoman Dell at 9 AM on Friday\, March 20th. \nPlease bring work gloves\, good boots\, plenty of water\, lunch\, any meds you might need and esprit de corps. \nDon’t be shy\, we’ll provide everything you need to enjoy your day while making a huge impact for future enjoyment of the Bartram Trail. The hard work of our volunteers is what keeps the 120+ miles of trails open and usable all year long. \nDue to technological issues\, if you are unable to RSVP on our site please email fiona@blueridgebartram.org with the subject line “March Third Friday Workday” and the amount of people in your party. \nThank you for your volunteerism!
URL:https://blueridgebartram.org/event/mar-20-tfw/
CATEGORIES:Work Days
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T150000
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SUMMARY:Winding Stair 8-Year Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:We’ll be tabling during their 8-year anniversary celebration! Join us for live music\, a prize draw\, a behind-the-scenes nursery tour\, and a chance to connect with other amazing community members. \nMore info on their website HERE.
URL:https://blueridgebartram.org/event/winding-stair-8-year-anniversary/
LOCATION:Winding Stair Nursery\, 57 Saunders Road\, Franklin\, NC\, 28734\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tabling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260322T140000
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SUMMARY:Slow Hikers Club
DESCRIPTION:Location Change – Read Below \nWe will meet at Hickory Knoll Parking Lot by 1:45pm to carpool/caravan to Buckeye Creek Trailhead. \nThis hike is meant to take things s l o w. Come along as we take time exploring the trail\, identifying plants\, and looking into nature’s heart. \nOur hike will be between 2-3 miles RT. Please bring water\, snacks\, guide books\, cameras\, sketchbooks\, or anything you will want when we go slow. \nDue to technological issues\, if you are unable to RSVP on our site please email fiona@blueridgebartram.org with the subject line “Slow Hikers RSVP” and the amount of people in your party.
URL:https://blueridgebartram.org/event/mar-22-shc/
CATEGORIES:Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T180000
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SUMMARY:Walking with Spring: William Bartram
DESCRIPTION:Our Trail Coordinator\, Faith Williams will be at the Macon County Public Library to tell us about the trail and ongoing maintenance work. She’ll also talk about walking the trail through William Bartram’s lens of “notice and wonder” slowing down to observe spring wildflowers\, insects\, lichens\, bird calls\, and seasonal changes\, and how that kind of close observation deepens our connection to place in celebration of the coming of spring. Check out the display spinner in the library for maps and books about William Bartram and the trail.
URL:https://blueridgebartram.org/event/mar-26-walking-with-spring/
LOCATION:Macon County Public Library\, 149 Siler Farm Road\, Franklin\, NC\, 28734\, United States
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SUMMARY:Walking with Bartram: Lake Nantahala to Appletree Campground
DESCRIPTION:Hike with us along one of the quietest (and easiest) sections of the Bartram Trail. This section is approximately 5.5 miles in length. \nPlease wear weather-appropriate clothing\, bring plenty of snacks\, lunch\, water\, and a sense of wonder. \nDue to technological issues\, if you are unable to RSVP on our site please email fiona@blueridgebartram.org with the subject line “Walking with Bartram RSVP” and the amount of people in your party.
URL:https://blueridgebartram.org/event/mar-27-wwb/
CATEGORIES:Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T180000
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SUMMARY:Brent Martin's Retirement Get-Together
DESCRIPTION:…or\, as he is calling it\, his Re-treading. \nJoin us at Winding Stair Farm & Nursery to celebrate Brent’s working achievements with us. He has spent the past 8 years building this organization up to what it is now. Show support and gratitude as he enters the next phase of his life. \nVery light refreshments will be provided – BYOB \nPlease RSVP so we can get an idea of numbers for food\, seating\, etc. Carpooling is encouraged due to limited parking. \nDue to technological issues\, if you are unable to RSVP on our site please RSVP via this google form: Click Here \n 
URL:https://blueridgebartram.org/event/mar-29-retreading/
LOCATION:Winding Stair Nursery\, 57 Saunders Road\, Franklin\, NC\, 28734\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T160000
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SUMMARY:Trailhead Tuesday
DESCRIPTION:We’ll be meeting at the Cowee School in Franklin at 1pm on March 31st where we will spend this workday sharpening and maintaining tools to get the most out of our efforts out on the trail! \nWe will meet at the picnic area in front of the school where we will have snacks and beverages to enjoy. The weather calls for 76 degrees and sunny\, so it should be a perfect time to spend a few hours together getting ready for spring workdays! \nPlease RSVP so we can plan the work and tool requirements. \nThank you for your volunteerism!
URL:https://blueridgebartram.org/event/mar-31-tt/
CATEGORIES:Work Days
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