Hike & Sketch on the Carolina Thread Trail
Saturday, June 6th 2026
9:30am EDT - 11:30am EDTJoin 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.
Register: REGISTRATION LINK
Trail name: Forney Creek Trail
Cost: $25/adult; Children 12 and under are free
Trail Head Address: 1601 Forney Creek Parkway, Denver, NC 28037
Distance: 1 mile
Time: 9:30am EDT - 11:30am EDT
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
