2024 Labor Day Excursions
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SATURDAY
Beach Day at Lake Lure
Float in the cool water, slide down the water slide, take a nap or rent a canoe, kayak or paddleboard while being surrounded by the mountains. You can also visit the Lake Lure Inn or the Flowering Bridge. Cost: $10.00 beach access; Bring: a change of clothes, towel, backpack, water/snack, and money for dinner. Rent a Canoe for $ 17.00 or a Kayak or Paddleboard for $18.00 an hour from the Washburn Marina at 828-625-1373. You can also visit the Lake Lure Inn or the Flowering Bridge. Important Information: Lifeguards on duty. No refunds due to bad weather after arrival. Coolers are permitted; however, glass bottles and alcoholic beverages are prohibited. Oversized floats are not permitted. Snorkels are not permitted. Beach attire is required (No Speedos or bikinis; material must be designed for swimming). www.townoflakelure.com SIGN UP Tubing Down the Green River A relaxing afternoon dipping your toes in the water as we float along the Green River Gorge with Class 1 & 2 rapids. Cost: $10.00 exact change; Bring: swimsuits, a towel, water shoes, dry clothes & money for dinner. SIGN UP Pisgah National Forest, Moore Cove Falls Hike The trail is 1.5 miles one way, fairly flat, and crosses creeks. You get to walk behind a waterfall cave & wade in the water. This national forest is home to the first tract of land purchased under the Weeks Act of 1911, which led to the creation of the national forests in the eastern United States. Cost: Free to hike; Bring: a backpack, water/snack, hiking shoes, and money for dinner. SIGN UP Explore downtown Greenville, SC (Top 10 Downtowns in the U.S.A): Join us as we embark on a scenic drive down the mountain from Flat Rock, NC, to Greenville, SC. We will explore Falls Park. You will also have time to visit some unique shops in Greenville's Downtown and enjoy dinner. Cost: Free; Bring: walking shoes and money for incidentals and dinner. Back-up if rain: Spare Time, Greenville, SC SIGN UP #1 Lake Lure Boat Tour, Flowering Bridge & the Lake Lure Inn SOLD OUT If you have been in the past year, please allow someone else the opportunity to go (Limited to 10 persons, first come sign-ups): Discover the beauty and charm of Lake Lure on a covered boat tour. Listen to the legends of the lake and learn about the natural and cultural history of Hickory Nut Gorge, and attractions from the movie, "Dirty Dancing." The handicap-accessible Flowering Bridge (designated as a "living 3D mural" National Wildlife Habitat and a Monarch Butterfly Way station) and the famous Lake Lure Inn are within walking distance. Cost: $20.00, $18.00 seniors (62+); Bring: a camera, walking shoes, money for incidentals and dinner. Lake Lure Tours - Photo Gallery #2 Lake Lure Boat Tour, Flowering Bridge & the Lake Lure Inn SOLD OUT If you have been in the past year, please allow someone else the opportunity to go (Limited to 18 persons, first come sign-ups). Discover the beauty and charm of Lake Lure on a covered boat tour. Listen to the legends of the lake and learn about the natural and cultural history of Hickory Nut Gorge, and attractions from the movie, "Dirty Dancing." The handicap-accessible Flowering Bridge (designated as a "living 3D mural" National Wildlife Habitat and a Monarch Butterfly Way station) & the famous Lake Lure Inn are within walking distance. Cost: $20.00, $18.00 seniors (62+); Bring: a camera, walking shoes, money for incidentals and dinner. Lake Lure Tours - Photo Gallery Pearson's Falls & Glenn Walk Enjoy an easy stroll to this quiet spot. Cost: $5.00 CASH. Bring: a camera backpack, water/snack, hiking shoes and money for dinner at Green River BBQ. Home - Green River BBQ SIGN UP |
SUNDAY
Shell or Canvas Painting (On Campus Lib Conference room in The Young Lodge)
Join us for fellowship and laughter while painting. No experience is required. The Lodge/Mike & Lib Patrick Room (#22 on the map); Handicap Accessible. Cost: Suggested $10.00 Love offering (cash or you can pay here) (Prepay Here); Supplies are provided, and you get to take what you paint. Bring: yourself and a smile! SIGN UP Sand Volleyball: (On campus at #40 on the map behind The YAB). Come on out for some good fellowship and exercise, no experience necessary. Cost: Free; Bring: water/snack, sneakers and money for dinner off campus if you want. SIGN UP Pisgah National Forest, Davidson River Trail Located along the main drag through the Pisgah Ranger District, Davidson River Trail is an easy 1.5-mile loop trail. This flat, scenic path follows the Davidson River with many fishing spots and resting areas. This national forest is home to the first tract of land purchased under the Weeks Act of 1911, which led to the creation of the national forests in the eastern United States. Cost: Free to hike; Bring: a backpack, water/snack, hiking shoes and money for dinner. SIGN UP Western NC Air Museum & optional Helicopter Rides Preserving and promoting North Carolina's flying heritage is home to this unique collection of airplanes celebrating the Golden Age of Aviation and the decades surrounding the Second World War. Enjoy a time when airports had grass strips with no fences. You can walk up, touch, and get up close and personal with the airplanes. Museum Cost: Free; donations accepted. Handicap Accessible. Helicopter Rides Cost: (Details: Introduction tour $29 and Downtown tour $59. Seat up to 3 per flight, max per seat limit 300lbs, max per group limit 550lbs): Bring: a camera, walking shoes & money for dinner off campus. Granddad's Apple Orchard, Store & Bakery Located in a valley on a 100-acre family farm and apple orchard located in Hendersonville, NC, near Asheville. Select pre-picked apples fresh off the trees daily from bins, or enjoy your pick on select weekends. Handicap Accessible; Cost: Free; Bring money for apples, the bakery, incidentals and dinner. SIGN UP |
Local Places You Can Visit On Your Own/Friends
NC Apple Festival
Downtown Hendersonville, 4 miles away
Cost: Free except if you purchase food/gift.
Note: It now costs to park in downtown Hendersonville.
NC Arboretum Gardens
Off Blue Ridge Parkway exit, near Asheville, 23 miles away
Cost: Free; no admission cost to view the sculptures, exhibits and gardens
beyond the usual parking fee of $20 per personal vehicle.
St. John in the Wilderness Episcopal Church
Flat Rock, .5 miles away
Listed on the National Register of Historic Sites.
Cost: Free
Biltmore Estate
Largest Private owned residence in the USA. Once in a lifetime experience, Asheville, 20 miles away
Cost: $125 and does not include the gardens.
Apple Valley Model Railroad Museum
The restored Depot houses a HO scale railroad layout that is highly detailed and is prototypical of Hendersonville, Saluda, Asheville, and Western North Carolina. The Deport features historical artifacts, a Southern Railway caboose, and a special children's exhibit. Cost: Free, Handicap Accessible
Mineral & Lapidary Museum of Henderson County
The Mineral & Lapidary Museum of Henderson County was established in 1997, housing exhibits from North Carolina, minerals, Indian artifacts, a dinosaur egg nest, fossils, fluorescent minerals, gems, and faceted minerals. The Museum's specialty is Geodes, sold, cracked, and/or displayed, plus a large skeletal replica of a T-Rex Dinosaur Head. Open Saturday; Cost: Free, Handicap Accessible
Appalachian Pinball Museum - Video Arcade & Museum in downtown Hendersonville Play over 80 old school Pinball Machines and Video Arcade Games! Cost: $13. Play as much as you want.
http://www.hendersonville.com/attractions/
Downtown Hendersonville, 4 miles away
Cost: Free except if you purchase food/gift.
Note: It now costs to park in downtown Hendersonville.
NC Arboretum Gardens
Off Blue Ridge Parkway exit, near Asheville, 23 miles away
Cost: Free; no admission cost to view the sculptures, exhibits and gardens
beyond the usual parking fee of $20 per personal vehicle.
St. John in the Wilderness Episcopal Church
Flat Rock, .5 miles away
Listed on the National Register of Historic Sites.
Cost: Free
Biltmore Estate
Largest Private owned residence in the USA. Once in a lifetime experience, Asheville, 20 miles away
Cost: $125 and does not include the gardens.
Apple Valley Model Railroad Museum
The restored Depot houses a HO scale railroad layout that is highly detailed and is prototypical of Hendersonville, Saluda, Asheville, and Western North Carolina. The Deport features historical artifacts, a Southern Railway caboose, and a special children's exhibit. Cost: Free, Handicap Accessible
Mineral & Lapidary Museum of Henderson County
The Mineral & Lapidary Museum of Henderson County was established in 1997, housing exhibits from North Carolina, minerals, Indian artifacts, a dinosaur egg nest, fossils, fluorescent minerals, gems, and faceted minerals. The Museum's specialty is Geodes, sold, cracked, and/or displayed, plus a large skeletal replica of a T-Rex Dinosaur Head. Open Saturday; Cost: Free, Handicap Accessible
Appalachian Pinball Museum - Video Arcade & Museum in downtown Hendersonville Play over 80 old school Pinball Machines and Video Arcade Games! Cost: $13. Play as much as you want.
http://www.hendersonville.com/attractions/
Kim Rich
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An amazing and adventurous weekend spent learning, growing and exploring the gift of singleness. I arrived nervous and uncertain and left with a confident and grateful heart. Fun Christian fellowship, worship and praise that has continued well beyond the retreat.
— Kim Rich, Destin, FL |
On-Campus:
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Outdoor Pool: The pool is a central hub of activity during the summer. Guests of all ages enjoy the opportunity to swim and relax. Pool Saturday 1:00-5:00pm and Sunday, 2:00-5:00pm.
Hammocking: You are welcome to bring your hammock and hang it up at various locations through the campus. Bonclarken Lake: Enjoy walking around it. Due to limited staff, the kayaks and paddle boats are not available for use. Athletic Fields/Courts: Available year-round on a first-come, first-served basis: The athletic fields provide ample space for all kinds of outdoor activities and field games including volleyball, soccer, and tennis. Disc Golf Course: Bonclarken’s 18-hole disc golf course travels through wooded areas, open fields, and across streams. As a great, low impact activity, the course is very popular with all ages. Birding: Bonclarken offers a variety of habitats including creeks, meadows, marshland, and wooded areas to observe birds and other wildlife. Click here for area birding information Gift Shop: A visit to the Bonclarken Gift Shop is a special trip indeed! Souvenirs and Bonclarken apparel items are available, as well as unique handmade items and gifts donated to Bonclarken by Women Ministries groups from Associate Reformed Presbyterian churches. Hours: 10-4pm, Saturday only. |
