Community Farm Events Asheville

Engaging Family-Friendly Gatherings

At Ruby Ranch, we believe in fostering a sense of community through shared experiences and a love for the outdoors. Our events include learning sustainable agriculture practices, plant sales, fall gatherings, equine workshops and horse riding lessons, and interactive music and food events.

permaculture teaching in the mountains

Permaculture Design Course- Through the Seasons

Whether you’re an aspiring permaculture designer, community organizer, or someone seeking to take a proactive role in your local environment, this Permaculture Design Certification course will provide you with the tools and knowledge to catalyze positive change in your community and beyond.

Join us for a journey of transformation, where we combine ecological wisdom, resilience-building, and a commitment to social justice to create a more sustainable and equitable world.

Over the course of eight months, we will explore the intersection of permaculture principles, hurricane recovery, and equity, equipping participants with the knowledge and hands-on skills to create regenerative systems in both urban and rural environments.

This course primarily takes place at the Ruby Ranch, with multiple tours to other farms in the Asheville area.

April- October 2025

Positive Life Skills for Horses & their Humans

We are thrilled to welcome Jenni Purcell, from Raven Daisy Farm, for a day of positive reinforcement training.

Communicate more effectively with your horse, resulting in a more relaxed and responsive partner. Achieve better transitions, reducing frustration and increasing safety and clarity. Foster a guilt-free partnership where both you and your horse enjoy your time together. Improve your relationship on the ground and under saddle. Plus so much more! Includes pre and post clinic support!

All experience levels are welcome! Hurricane survivor assistance available.

March 7, 9:30am-5:30pm

Community Workday + Potluck

Come gather at the Ranch to help us work on some land-based projects, connect with other folks and enjoy a delicious shared meal. We will work on projects from 10am-1pm and then circle back around to eat food together. No previous skills needed! Children are welcome, but please leave your dogs at home.

March 9 & March 23, 10am-2pm

HipCamp at the Ranch 

Come camp at the Ranch! We have 3 sites nestled along the edge of Upper Hominy Creek. There are hiking trails just minutes away, and downtown Asheville is only 25 minutes away. And you can schedule a tour of the Ranch and visit the horses.

Year round

Spring Plant Sale

Mark your calendars! We are excited to host our second annual plant sale! We have teamed up with other local growers, including Red Moon Herbs, to offer some amazing plants for sale. Visit the horses, listen to live music and enjoy some fresh, locally inspired food.

May 3, 2025

10am-3pm

Outdoor Movie Night

Bring a picnic and head out to the Ranch for family friendly outdoor movie nights. Think old fashion drive in movie style, except we’ll be siting in a field while horses gently graze in the background. Bring your favorite foods and beverages, meet new friends and laugh with old friends. Movie nights are a sliding scale of $5-$10 per person over 12 years old.

Starting in Spring 2025

 

"Nature is not a place to visit. It is home."

— GARY SNYDER

FAQs

Luke Cannon Plant Walk Asheville

  • This depends partly on why you are coming to the Ranch. This is a mostly outdoor space in the WNC mountains, which means the weather can change quickly. Be prepared with layers, a water bottle, snacks and/or sunscreen. Each specific event will let you know if you need to bring anything else. It is a working farm. Farm appropriate footwear encouraged.

  • We have a heated indoor bathroom available to the public.

  • We accept venmo, check, and cash. Most events will also accept credit card payments.

  • There is ample parking on sight. Four wheel drive is not required.

  • Horses are big, powerful animals that form relationships just like people. When meeting them for the first time, you may do so with the guidance of Ruby Ranch support staff. Of course you may quietly engage with them from a distance over the fence.

  • The Ranch is a kid-friendly space. Unless an event indicates otherwise, all events are family-friendly.

  • At this time, we ask that you leave your beloved furry canines at home. This is to keep the peace and security of the animals already living on site.

  • You can volunteer on our community workdays (click here). If you have a specific volunteer request, or want to volunteer as a specific group, please reach out to us.