Updated Event!
News From the Board:
We have some great activities we are planning for you all in 2026!
While the Member Appreciation event had to be rescheduled to March, we are kicking off in February with a Cheesemaking Class with our very own Chef Diane! Also, you will find information below regarding the February hike, dining out, and bunco. Just a reminder that dues need to be paid by February 28th. Check the Memberships tab for options to pay by credit card or through PayPal. You may also mail a check to:
Lake Lure Social Club
334 E. Windswept Pass
Lake Lure, NC 28746
Vista Seekers
We have a great lineup of hikes planned for 2026, with something for every hiking level. Several hikes are part of the White Squirrel Hiking Challenge. If you are interested in participating, you can join the Challenge by becoming a member of Conserving Carolina. After completing the required hikes, you will earn a White Squirrel patch for your daypack!
All individuals on the Vista Seekers email list should have received two emails since our recent hiking meeting, including one that lists the hikes and designated hike leaders for the year. If you would like to sign up for Vista Seekers email updates, please contact Nancy at nancyalicenelson@gmail.com.
Stay Informed: Please read all Vista Seekers emails to stay up to date with the latest information about hikes, including any changes to scheduled dates.
February Hike – Upper Boulders Hike
Date: Wednesday February 25th (Rain date Friday February 27th)
Location: Meet at Buffalo Creek Park parking area (2191 Buffalo Creek Rd Lake Lure)
or Buffalo Creek Parking behind the gate at Rumbling Bald (can carpool from Legends)
Time: 10:00am
The Upper Boulders hike at Buffalo Creek park has been redesigned to get around damage from Hurricane Helene. It is a nearly 5-mile hike with 1,000 ft in elevation and is considered moderate by All Trails— plan on 4 hours—you can eat a packed lunch at the top.
We will walk from the parking areas and meet at the trailhead around 10:20am – 10:30am. Hiking sticks may be helpful. There are water crossings stepping on rocks and a bridge consisting of long boards with no handrails. Some scrambling and maneuvering over downed trees may be required. You will see a small waterfall, nice scenery, and cool boulders (and a lot of Hurricane Helene damage). Dogs are welcome.
So we know who to contact in case of inclement weather, please RSVP by February 23 to: Carla Lemmons at Carlalemmons1@gmail.com
March Hikes
(Save the dates! Details will be provided closer to the hikes)
March 9th – South Mountain State Park-Led by Carla Drummond and Donna Kurdelmeier.
March 25th – Stool Mountain in Table Rock State Park-Led by Sandy Hamel and Sharon Beeckler.
Upcoming Events
Bunco January Dates
Bunco Hotties – Wednesday February 11th
Bunco Babes – Tuesday, February 24th
Do you like to play Bunco or want to learn how? We are always looking for Bunco subs.
If you would like to sub or want to know more about our Bunco groups, please email Patti Stewart at pjstewart197@gmail.com
Dining Out
The Dining Out groups will meet in February. Information will be coming out soon. If you have any questions about the dining out groups, please email Jean Kaufman at kaufman232@aol.com
Thanks!!!
Kayak Club
The Kayak Group will resume meeting sometime after the lake reopens in 2026. Please check back for scheduled outings.
If you have any questions, please contact Diane Rosemeyer at diane.rosemeyer5@gmail.com
Community Activities
Chimney Rock State Park
For information on Chimney Rock State Park click the following button:
21st Annual Groundhog Day Celebration
Monday, Feb. 2nd
Naturalist Niche: Winter Birds
Saturday, Feb. 21st
Past Events
March Dining Out Fun!
