Slow Hikers Club at Forest Bathing Trail in Elkin

If you enjoy soaking in the scenery, savoring every step, stopping to take pictures, and admiring the smallest details along the trail, join our Slow Hikers Club! PLC’s Slow Hikers Club is led by Brianna, PLC’s Communications Director and naturalist in training, who is on a never-ending journey to discover and share the natural world. 

This outing of the Slow Hikers Club we'll explore the Forest Bathing Trail in Elkin, starting from Grassy Creek Vineyard & Winery. We will walk approximately 1.8 miles in 2.5 hours, stopping frequently to enjoy the scenery, chat, and see what nature has to offer. 

The trail is entirely under tree cover, and includes views of a beautiful creek and forest. We'll walk to a small dammed pond with a mural. The trail is entirely natural surface and has roots and rocks throughout. There will be a few descents and climbs. Elkin is in the foothills of the mountains so I'm hopeful it may be a little cooler for us! 

After our walk, around 3:30, it will be optional for folks to grab a drink at the winery, and we can cool down and get to know each other better. Additionally, the winery will be hosting music by Greg Day and a food truck: Taqueria El Poblano. See more here: https://www.grassycreekvineyard.com/events/7bolfmejs3swpdb4wvk6mpr3vudr5m

We’ll take our time, enjoy the fantastic views here, and learn about plants and creatures along the trail. No rush, no pressure. Just good company and a great hike.

Space is limited to 20 participants.