Healthy Aging Field Trip: Chimney Rock State Park and Village
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In partnership with Runda in WNC: local community field trip organizer, join us for a special day with your YMCA friends in Chimney Rock!
Enjoy a day of adventure, exploration, and connection with community members as we experience the natural beauty and charm of Western North Carolina.
Field Trip Details:
Friday, December 11, 2026
10:30AM: Join a Chimney Rock State Park Naturalist for an Animals of Appalachia tour, followed by time to explore the park.
12:30 PM: We’ll head to Chimney Rock Village to enjoy lunch, browse local shops, and spend time together.
Cost: Admission to Chimney Rock State Park is free thanks to Beacon Media and the Do You Even Live Here Podcast!
Lunch & Shopping: At your own expense.
Transportation: You are responsible for your own transportation.
Important Mobility Note: Participants should be comfortable walking around the state park, navigating trails and steps, and exploring downtown Chimney Rock.
Please sign up online below or at the YMCA front desk so we can plan accordingly and keep everyone informed on meeting locations, carpool options, and other important communication!
https://operations.daxko.com/programs/redirector.aspx?cid=4032&pid=28194&sid=1106204
Enjoy a day of adventure, exploration, and connection with community members as we experience the natural beauty and charm of Western North Carolina.
Field Trip Details:
Friday, December 11, 2026
10:30AM: Join a Chimney Rock State Park Naturalist for an Animals of Appalachia tour, followed by time to explore the park.
12:30 PM: We’ll head to Chimney Rock Village to enjoy lunch, browse local shops, and spend time together.
Cost: Admission to Chimney Rock State Park is free thanks to Beacon Media and the Do You Even Live Here Podcast!
Lunch & Shopping: At your own expense.
Transportation: You are responsible for your own transportation.
Important Mobility Note: Participants should be comfortable walking around the state park, navigating trails and steps, and exploring downtown Chimney Rock.
Please sign up online below or at the YMCA front desk so we can plan accordingly and keep everyone informed on meeting locations, carpool options, and other important communication!
https://operations.daxko.com/programs/redirector.aspx?cid=4032&pid=28194&sid=1106204
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Where is it happening?
25 Jane Jacobs Rd., Black Mountain, NC, United States, North Carolina 28711
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
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Host or PublisherBlack Mountain YMCA







