Our program coordinator is trained and certified in Winter Outdoor Emergency Care, first aid and CPR. She obtained a B.A. in Biology from Western Carolina University, with an emphasis on botany of the Southern Appalachian Region.

The Nature Program at Sapphire Valley Resort offers a variety of outdoor activities . . . . designed to facilitate fun and learning through the outdoors.

Seasonal excursions include: area hikes, waterfall tours, canoeing, mountain biking, family tubing, yoga classes, and whitewater rafting trips.

With the coming of the new Community Center, Sapphire Valley will house a small Nature Center where the guest may experience the Southern Appalachian Region in all its diversity.

. Mountain Biking

. Canoeing

. Hiking

. Waterfalls Trip

. Yoga

. Tubing/Whitewater Rafting

Nature Program Supervisor:

(828) 743-2251 nautre@corparts.com
We Cater OUTDOOR Experiences to fit your specific needs. Call or email for the latest information.

Fairfield Lake Hike: We offer an easy hike around Fairfield Lake designed to be enjoyable for the whole family. From 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday afternoon (April-November)

The Bald Rock Hike, a 3.5 mile roundtrip hike, rated as moderate to strenuous leaves at 11:00 a.m. and returns at 3:00 p.m., Thursday (April-October)

Both hikes do not include lunch. Please bring adaquate water and any snacks you might want. The cost is $3.00 per person. These trips are limited to 15 people. Please sign up at the Recreation Center. Both hikes will meet at the Boat Dock at Fairfield Lake.

FAMILY TUBING:

Experience an early morning hike to the top of beautiful Bald Rock mountain. This hike is 3.5 miles roundtrip and is strenuous at a quick pace. The trip leaves at 8:30 a.m. and will return by 11:00 a.m., please sign up at the Recreation Center. The cost is $3.00 per person and will include orange juice and snacks. Trip is limited to 15 participants. Trip will leave from the Fairfield Lake Boat Dock.

(Thursday, April-November)

RAFTING:

Experience an early morning hike to the top of beautiful Bald Rock mountain. This hike is 3.5 miles roundtrip and is strenuous at a quick pace. The trip leaves at 8:30 a.m. and will return by 11:00 a.m., please sign up at the Recreation Center. The cost is $3.00 per person and will include orange juice and snacks. Trip is limited to 15 participants. Trip will leave from the Fairfield Lake Boat Dock.

(Thursday, April-November)

Canoe Clinic:

Come and learn the basics of canoeing in the beautiful Fairfield Lake. Different techniques and strokes will be emphasized. The clinic will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., and will meet at the Boat Dock at Fairfield Lake. The cost is $3.00 per person. Please sign up at the Recreation Center. Activity limited to 10 people.

(April-October)

family FUN!

French Broad River Canoe Trip:

Come and take in the scenic beauty of the headwatwers of the French Broad River. This class one river is perfect for beginning boaters and families.. This trip leaves the Recreation Center at 11:00 a.m. and will return by 4:30 p.m. Please bring snacks, sunscreen, adaquate water, and a change of clothes; lunch will be provided. There is a mandatory free canoe clinic at Fairfield Lake Monday evening from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.. The cost of the trip is $30.00 per person and the trip is limited to 10 people. Please sign up at the Recreation Center. (April-October)

Beginning Yoga

Experience the beauty of Bald Rock while reaping the therapeutic benefits of Yoga ! The class will be held at the Fairfield Lake deck from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and will meet at the Boat Dock. The cost is $2.00 per person. Please sign up at the Recreation Center.

(April-October)

 

Pisgah Waterfalls:

Enjoy a chauffered tour to some of the remote areas of our national forest. Explore various waterfalls and hiking trails with an experienced guide. Lunch will be provided. Trip leaves the Recreation Center at 9:00 a.m. and will return by 4:00 p.m.. The cost is $15.00 per person. Please sign up at the Recreation Center. Trip is limited to 10 people.

(April-October)

Mountain Biking:

Experience the fresh mountain air on one of our special Mountain Bike excursions planned for this spring. Meet at the Recreation Center at 11:00 a.m. and will return by 4:30 p.m. This exhilerating ride is 3 miles roundtrip, and rated as easy. Please bring snacks, sunscreen and adaquate water. Lunch will be provided. (April-October)

OTHER ACTIVITIES
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