Presented by Catawba Lands Conservancy

Sketch and Hike at Forney Creek Trail

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Registration ends Thursday, 06/04/2026 11:59pm EDT

About This Event

Join local artist Wil Bosbyshell and the Carolina Thread Trail for a fun, short sketching hike at Forney Creek Trail in Lincoln County, NC. Attendees will meet at the trailhead parking lot, then hike to a suspension bridge approximately 0.1 miles down the trail. The program will start with a quick sketching demonstration followed by free time to create your own artwork. All necessary sketching materials will be provided, and you will get to keep your sketchbook at the end of the program.

Trail name: Forney Creek Trail
Address: 1601 Forney Creek Parkway, Denver, NC 28037

Time: 9:30am
Distance: 1 mile

Trail description: Natural surface trail, begins with a steep downhill slope and levels out quickly 

Age restrictions?
None
Dogs allowed? Yes
Bathrooms available? Bathrooms available across the street at Sally's Y 
What to bring/wear: Comfortable walking clothing, hat, water, hiking chair (something to sit on, like a poncho or chair) 
What is provided: 
Small Sketch book to keep, color pencils to use on the hike, first aid kit, bug spray and sunscreen
Cost: $25/adult; Children 12 and under are free

 

About This Event

Join local artist Wil Bosbyshell and the Carolina Thread Trail for a fun, short sketching hike at Forney Creek Trail in Lincoln County, NC. Attendees will meet at the trailhead parking lot, then hike to a suspension bridge approximately 0.1 miles down the trail. The program will start with a quick sketching demonstration followed by free time to create your own artwork. All necessary sketching materials will be provided, and you will get to keep your sketchbook at the end of the program.

Trail name: Forney Creek Trail
Address: 1601 Forney Creek Parkway, Denver, NC 28037

Time: 9:30am
Distance: 1 mile

Trail description: Natural surface trail, begins with a steep downhill slope and levels out quickly 

Age restrictions?
None
Dogs allowed? Yes
Bathrooms available? Bathrooms available across the street at Sally's Y 
What to bring/wear: Comfortable walking clothing, hat, water, hiking chair (something to sit on, like a poncho or chair) 
What is provided: 
Small Sketch book to keep, color pencils to use on the hike, first aid kit, bug spray and sunscreen
Cost: $25/adult; Children 12 and under are free