FIND Outdoors

06/12/2026

What a way to kick off the Stewards & Storytellers Learning Series at the FIND NEST tonight!

We had a packed house for our first event, and Dr. Jennifer Frick-Ruppert had everyone captivated with her fascinating presentation on bioluminescence and the incredible plants, fungi, and animals that glow in nature.

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the evening such a success. We’re excited to keep the momentum going with more evenings of learning, storytelling, and community.

Special thanks to our sponsors, Oskar Blues Brevard, Self-Help Credit Union, and Publix for helping make this series possible.

Upcoming events:

July 9: Native Plants for Landscapes & Home Gardens with Tony Ward
July 23: Edible & Medicinal Plants of the Smokies with Lee “Natty” Trebotich
August 20: Wildlife Photography Basics with Steve Matadobra
September 10: History of the French Broad River with David & Debi Whitmire
September 24: Natural Resource Management with Robert Beanblossom

All events are free to attend and include drinks and refreshments. We hope to see you at the next Stewards & Storytellers event!

06/04/2026

Please be advsied that The Cliffside Lake Recreation Area will be closed until further notice due to a maintenance issue.

Van Hook Glade Campground Remains OPEN and unaffected.

We apologize for the inconvenience.

06/04/2026

Join us on Thursday, June 11 from 6:00pm to 7:00pm for the first Stewards & Storytellers Learning Series event!

The Southern Appalachians can boast of one of the most intriguing spectacles in nature: the annual emergence of Blue Ghost Fireflies. Come out and learn more about fireflies, railroad worms, touch-wood, foxfire, and other creatures that glow in the dark with our local biodiversity expert, Dr. Jennifer Frick-Ruppert.

When you arrive at the FIND Outdoors Headquarters in the NEST (Suite 3), you’ll be welcomed at the door for check-in before settling in for a free community lecture event. Enjoy complimentary drinks and refreshments while learning about a variety of outdoor topics throughout this multi-part lecture series.

*Advanced Registration is encouraged at the link here:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSftXAGcHBvVyOsTqbKxAkTZvu0ZWK4IjeV6oQFXRacPxkR6Yg/viewform

06/03/2026

More access, better experiences, same beautiful Carters Lake!

06/02/2026

We are thrilled to embark on this first-of-its-kind partnership!

05/28/2026

We are excited to share that our Stewards & Storytellers Learning Series is back!
Join us for any of these FREE events on the listed dates! With a range of topics, you'll gain insightful and useful information that you will keep for years to come.
We look forward to learning with you!

All speakers start at 6:00 PM!

05/28/2026

05/27/2026

These might actually be documented scientific phenomena. Which one is most accurate? Whichever one it is, lets go FIND Outdoors!

05/26/2026

Brasstown Bald is a protected site within the Chattahoochee–Oconee National Forest, managed as public land for everyone to experience and enjoy.

Recently, we’ve seen instances of vandalism at Brasstown Bald. These actions damage shared public spaces and take valuable time and resources away from preserving this special place.

Please remember:

• Vandalism on U.S. Forest Service property is illegal under federal law
• Damaging, defacing, or marking natural or built features may result in fines, restitution for damages, and/or legal penalties
• These actions can also result in loss of access privileges in certain cases

Brasstown Bald is a visually monitored site and regularly staffed area, and we work to help protect both visitors and the landscape.

We ask all visitors to help care for this place:

• Leave no trace
• Respect all signs, structures, and natural features
• Report vandalism or suspicious activity to staff or law enforcement if safe to do so

This mountain belongs to everyone and its protection depends on everyone who visits.

Let’s keep Brasstown Bald clean, respected, and preserved for the next person standing at the summit.

U.S. Forest Service - Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests

05/22/2026

Have you been to the Cradle of Forestry?

Rain or shine, adventure starts at the Cradle of Forestry in America in Pisgah Forest, NC!

Explore miles of paved outdoor trails, interactive exhibits, historic buildings, and family-friendly programs all in one unforgettable place. Whether you visit for the day or all season long, the Cradle is built for curious minds and mountain memories!

Open 7 days a week. Day passes and season passes available now. Visit gofindoutdoors.org/cradle to learn more.