Upcoming events

  • Raffle: Guided Fly Fishing Tour with Woody Platt

    • 05/13/2025
    • 08/14/2025
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    Join acclaimed musician and avid outdoorsman Woody Platt for a half-day guided fly fishing trip on the beautiful French Broad River, tailored for two anglers. Spend the day casting lines in one of Western North Carolina’s most scenic rivers, under the guidance of a true local.

    After a rewarding day on the water, relax and unwind with happy hour at Woody’s private riverside camp, where stories and spirits flow as smoothly as the river itself.

    Date to be mutually agreed upon.

    All proceeds support Friends of DuPont Forest and their mission to protect and enhance the natural resources of DuPont State Recreational Forest.

    Raffle drawing will take place at the Friends of DuPont Forest Membership Meeting on August 14 at Sideways Farm Brewery. You do not have to be present to win but we'd love to see you there! 

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  • Weekday Trash Bash

    • 06/05/2025
    • 9:00 AM
    • High Falls Access Area Visitor Center
    • 1
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    Greetings Trash Bashers!


    Time to clean up the forest after Memorial Day.


    Please join us on Thursday June 5th in the High Falls Access Area Visitor Center at 9:00 a.m. This event will focus on the major access roadways entering the forest and the parking areas.


    As with all public gatherings, there will be specific guidelines to assure the safety and well-being of all participants.

    - Every registrant must complete their own waiver. Waivers will be available the day of the event.

    -  If you have a favorite pair of gloves, please bring them, otherwise gloves will be available.  As usual, we will provide the grabbers, bags, and stylish orange vests.  You should wear sturdy shoes, long pants, bring water and appropriate clothing for whatever the weather may bring.

      We look forward to seeing everyone and continuing our collective resolution to keeping Dupont clean. 


      If, after signing up, you are unable to attend please send a cancellation notice to us at bodedj11@gmail.com so the slot may be opened for someone else.


      In the event of inclement weather, a cancellation notice will be emailed to registrants the day before the event.


      Thanks for getting involved!

      David Bode

      bodedj11@gmail.com

      FODF Trash Bashers

      Together, we keep the scene Green!
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    • Sustainable Trails Talk and Hike

      • 06/06/2025
      • 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
      • High Falls Access Area
      • 0
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      Come and join us on National Trails Day to learn about elements of trail design, construction, and maintenance that help improve the longevity and environmental responsibility of DuPont's trail system.

      If you travel the many diverse trails of DuPont Forest, you may have noticed changes (subtle or dramatic) that are driven by Sustainable Trails principles.  Jane Dauster, our Recreation Specialist has had her hands in most of this work and will present the basics.  

      We'll begin in the Visitor Center classroom for a slideshow and brief Q&A.  We'll then carpool to Three Lakes Trail for a short hike to view both sustainable trail, unsustainable trail, and corrective actions.  We will return to the High Falls parking area by 12:30.

      Have you ever considered joining our volunteer Trail Crew team but don't know what's involved? Wear sturdy footwear and weather appropriate clothing.  Open to the Public.  

      If it becomes necessary to cancel you'll be notified by email the evening before the event.

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    • Champions of Conservation Brunch

      • 06/07/2025
      • 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
      • Wag Valley Farm 315 Shoals Falls Road, Hendersonville, NC
      • 26
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      We invite you to join us on June 7th at Wag Valley Farm for a special event honoring incredible stewards of the Forest. 


      What is included:


      • Buffet brunch
      • Open bar
      • Live music
      • Silent auction
      • Short program to honor our Forest heroes 

      The dedicated volunteers of the Friends of DuPont Forest - Trail Crew, Invasive Plants Removal Program, and Trash Bash - work tirelessly each year to maintain our trails, preserve natural resources, and foster a deep appreciation for DuPont State Forest. We look forward to celebrating their invaluable contributions to the Forest that we all cherish!


      Live music  provided by Davis Marshall and John Vinson of the Big Hungry.  Catering  provided by Bruce Stewart of KTCHN.



      Raffle: Guided Fly Fishing Tour with Woody Platt

      Join acclaimed musician and avid outdoorsman Woody Platt for a half-day guided fly fishing trip on the beautiful French Broad River, tailored for two anglers. Spend the day casting lines in one of Western North Carolina’s most scenic rivers, under the guidance of a true local.

      After a rewarding day on the water, relax and unwind with happy hour at Woody’s private riverside camp, where stories and spirits flow as smoothly as the river itself.

      Raffle tickets will be available for sale at the Brunch and online today. 



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    • Tree ID Hike

      • 06/09/2025
      • 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
      • Guion Farms Parking Lot
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      Come join us Monday, June 9 for an informative hike led by DuPont Forest's Information and Education Supervisor Kirsten McDonald and Education Outreach Coordinator Katelyn Keller. We will learn how to identify trees in the park using distinctive leaf shapes.

      We will meet at the Guion Farms Parking Lot.

      Please dress appropriately for the weather and for an easy hike of up to 2 miles.  Bring whatever nutrition and fluids you'd might need for a 2 1/2-hour duration.

      This is a members-only event.  In the case of inclement weather, you will be notified by email the day before.


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    • DuPont Trail Crew Saturday Workday - Jun 14, 2025

      • 06/14/2025
      • 8:45 AM - 1:00 PM
      • Lake Imaging Access Area
      • 19
      • 16 registrants
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      Date: Saturday, June 14, 2025

      Assembly Location: Lake Imaging Access Area

      Assembly Time: 8:45 AM

      Work Location: Jim Branch Trail

       We will walk into the trail head from the Lake Imaging parking lot. 

      Type of Work: Drain cleaning and/or rebuilding.  Erosion repair including some minor armoring.  Corridor clearing. 

      Finish Time: 1PM

      Physical Requirements:

      - Must be able to hike at least 3 miles, round trip, with approximately 150 feet of ascent and descent while carrying trail tools. 

      -Must be able to excavate and move large quantities of organic matter and dirt OR cut and remove 3" diameter saplings and shrubs.

      Tools: Provided, but don't hesitate to bring your favorite tool. If you do bring a tool be sure you write your name on it. 

      Required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Heavy boots, gloves. Safety glasses if doing corridor clearing.   Safety glasses will be provided for those who do not have them.  Bring water. 

      Crew Size Limit: 35 people

      Waiver:  Each volunteer must fill out a 2025 FODF Trail Crew Waiver. Waiver forms will be available on site. 

      Cancellations: Please contact Lyle Burgmann at llbmwb@gmail.com if, after registering, you will be unable to attend.  He will cancel your registration and open your slot for someone else. 

      Contact: Lyle Burgmann at llbmwb@gmail.com.


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    • Dupont Forest Bike Wash

      • 06/14/2025
      • 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
      • Trailside Brewing Co. 873 Lenox Park Dr, Hendersonville, NC
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      Come and show your support for DuPont State Forest while showing your bike some love! If you’re not a cyclist but still love DuPont, come support the Forest while enjoying live music and so much more during the Bike Wash on Saturday, June 14, at Trailside Brewing.

      This family-friendly event is a membership drive for Friends of DuPont Forest. Every membership directly supports the Forest and is crucial to its maintenance.

      With the purchase of an individual membership at the event, you will receive 1 complimentary bicycle wash and lube. 

      With the purchase of a family membership, you will receive 2 complimentary bike wash and lubes. These services will be provided courtesy of some of the area's most talented bike mechanics.

        In addition to the membership drive and bike services, we will also have live music performed by Blue Ridge Betty and The Late Shifters. 





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