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Things to do in Blue Ridge Mountains

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4.62 out of 5 average rating, 29 reviews

Fun & Safe Jet Ski Experience near Charlotte

Enjoy an experience with friends on Lake Norman, NC. 2 tickets (330pds max) 2 people 1 double jet ski. Fees may apply. 4 jet skis available. Time slots may vary. Security deposit required.

5 out of 5 average rating, 1748 reviews

Forge your own design at Quiver Full Farm

Learn blacksmithing and create a unique piece at a historic Appalachian forge.

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 878 reviews

Explore a goat farm and taste a variety of cheese

Walk the goat farm, interact with goats, and taste 10 fresh cheese varieties.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 658 reviews

Hike & Highland Cow

Meet at the farmhouse (arrive no more than 15 min early). By appointment only. Ages 6+. Not suitable for mobility issues. Enjoy a ½-mile hike, meet, feed & pet Highland cows, and shop merchandise.

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 113 reviews

Smoky Mountain Waterfall & Mile High View Safari

Experience mile-high views & Smoky Mountain Waterfalls. Explore Elk and other wildlife habitat on a guided 3 hour SxS safari through the Great Smoky Mountains rich with Cherokee history and legend

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 852 reviews

Paddle river to Asheville breweries

Paddle the French Broad River to Asheville breweries. Enjoy views and a fun experience.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 605 reviews

Relax with Sound Healing in the Sound Nest

Relax in a tranquil sound studio and experience a soothing sound healing journey that melts stress, calms the nervous system, and leaves you feeling balanced and renewed. Dawn shares about the process

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 499 reviews

Forge silver stacking rings

Create unique, hammered sterling silver stacking rings in a hands-on session.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 1954 reviews

Private, guided horseback rides

Enjoy a private horseback ride through our 52-acre estate, tailored to your level. Please note that we do have a 260 LB weight limit.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 72 reviews

Tarot, Teas & Trees

Experience a unique hike in the Blue Ridge Mountains with an expert naturalist, freshly-brewed herbal tea/coffee & a stunning view! Relax and enjoy nature while you have a one-of-a-kind Tarot reading.

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Coil, Create & Sip Pottery Workshop

Join this unique 2 hour pottery workshop where you will make your very own coil pottery (mug, vase, bowl, etc.) on the banding wheel, sipping wine and enjoying views of the Shenandoah River.

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Craft A Signature Perfume & Matching Body Oil

Explore curated fragrance oils, test two blends with a scent specialist, refine your formula, then bottle and name your custom perfume or cologne.

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Feed Valais sheep with a farm guide

Climb onto the hay wagon with a farm guide, hand feed rare Valais Blacknose sheep alongside baby goats and Highland cows, then pause for cookies and cold drinks with mountain views.

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Milk goats with a farm biologist

Hand-milk calm dairy goats alongside a farmer and biology teacher, and learn how science shapes daily life at Moses Mill Farm.

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Follow a chef to tucked-away bites

Follow a local chef through downtown, learning about and experiencing first hand what makes this town special. Our tour includes historic sites, delicious sips, and bites to eat - and lots of fun!

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The Ville: A JCole Inspired Tour of the 26

Explore Fayetteville through the story of J. Cole. Visit murals, landmarks, and neighborhoods that shaped his journey while discovering local history, culture, and the spirit of The Ville. We love 26.

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Meet miniature goats on a hillside farm

Pet Nigerian Dwarf goats, sheep and bunnies with a small-scale farmer, and hear barnyard stories while you walk through the pens.

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Experience Laurel Fork Farm

Farmer, educator, agritourism operator, founder of the West Virginia School of Traditional Skills with decades of hands-on experience in livestock, food production, and Appalachian homesteading.

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Catch sunrise on Wildcat Rock

Set out with a Blue Ridge mountain hiking guide to greet sunrise at Wildcat Rock, fresh coffee and snacks, then trek to Bluff Mountain vista for wide open views before winding back through the forest.

5 out of 5 average rating, 13 reviews

Cuddle baby farm animals at sunset

Start your tour with a wagon ride to the pastures where you can feed and cuddle Valais Blacknose sheep, Highland cattle, and baby goats. Gather for smore's as the sun sets over the mountains.