Logistics + Travel
Ride Shares
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General Logistics
Here you will find information about Lutheridge Conference Center,
directions, ride share and airport shuttle details, parking, what to
bring and what not to bring, kitchen duty details, youth programming,
people treats/support staff, and information for those with special
needs. Please check the FAQ page for additional information about the
Annual Meeting. If you can’t find the answer to your question please
contact the amcoordinator@alternateroots.org.
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- LUTHERIDGE CONFERENCE CENTER
- ARRIVING AT LUTHERIDGE – Where do I go when I get there?
- DIRECTIONS TO LUTHERIDGE
- RIDE SHARE AND AIRPORT SHUTTLE
- PARKING
- WHAT TO BRING…
- WHAT NOT TO BRING
- YOUTH PROGRAMMING
- PEOPLE TREATS (a.k.a. SUPPORT STAFF AND RESOURCES)
- SPECIAL NEEDS
LUTHERIDGE CONFERENCE CENTER
Lutheridge is a seminar and retreat center located in Arden, NC, just south of Asheville. Some outdoor amenities include: swimming pool, lake, playgrounds, basketball court, labyrinth, and walking trails. Wireless access is available at Efird Hall and the Faith Center.
ARRIVING AT LUTHERIDGE – Where do I go when I get there?
Registration opens at 12 PM on Tuesday. There will be a meeting for everyone to catch up with the work co-op teams at 4:00 and a welcome block party starting at 5:00. The first meal, dinner, will be served at 6:00 PM and the official opening night events will begin at 7:30 PM. Upon arrival, signs will lead you to the registration desk in the Faith Center, where you will receive: a map of the camp; instructions on housing; work co-op assignment; information about youth programming; an updated schedule with the agenda for all conference sessions; a registration badge; and other information to help you plan your stay.DIRECTIONS TO LUTHERIDGE:
Please note: GPS devices often lead you to the back entrance of the camp, which is gated (sigh, technology!). Once you follow your GPS to Airport Road, follow the directions below to US-25 and then to the Lutheridge entrance.2049 Upper Laurel Drive
Arden, NC 28704
Phone: (828) 684-2361
From I-40, Eastern North Carolina (Greensboro, Hickory)
• Take I-40 West to I-26 East
• Take exit 40 (Asheville Airport) of off I-26
• Take a left at the end of the exit onto Airport Road
• Travel approximately two miles to US-25 (Hendersonville Road)
• Turn right onto US-25
• Lutheridge is the third drive on the right
From I-26, South Carolina (Spartanburg, Columbia)
• Take I-26 West to exit 40 (Asheville Airport)
• Take a right at the end of the exit onto Airport Road
• Travel Approximately two miles to US-25 (Hendersonville Road)
• Turn right onto US-25
• Lutheridge is the third drive on the right
From I-40, Tennessee (Knoxville)
• Take I-40 East to I-26 East
• Take exit 40 (Asheville Airport) of off I-26
• Take a left at the end of the exit onto Airport Road
• Travel approximately two miles to US-25 (Hendersonville Road)
• Turn right onto US-25
• Lutheridge is the third drive on the right
FROM I-85, Atlanta
• Take I-85 North to I-26 West at Greenville
• Take exit 40 (Asheville Airport) of off I-26
• Take a right at the end of the exit onto Airport Road
• Travel approximately two miles to US-25 (Hendersonville Road)
• Turn right onto US-25
• Lutheridge is the third drive on the right
RIDE SHARE AND AIRPORT SHUTTLE
Ride Share and Carpooling
Over 200 people will be attending this year’s Annual Meeting from throughout the South, and even all over the country. Many of these folks will be driving and, with the increasing cost of fuel and because we like to share, these folks may be offering a ride share. Car-pooling is also a great way to meet new people and reduce the ecological footprint of AM-related travel. Fewer cars on the road mean fewer carbon (CO2) emissions from burning fossil fuels. If you are interested in offering a ride or are in search of a ride refer to the ‘Ride Share’ portion of our Annual Meeting page.Save money, reduce your travel footprint, and maximize the fuel-efficiency of your vehicle by:- abiding by the speed limit;
- turning the ignition off if idling for more than 20 seconds; and
- avoiding major highways in metro areas during rush hour.
Speaking
of avoiding rush-hour traffic, the scenic route can be faster and
safer! Most online mapping tools include an “Avoid Highways” feature to
navigate around major cities and busy highways. Typically, you first
have to enter your point of departure and destination; then search for
the link to modify your route in a separate side menu or as a footnote
to the preliminary directions.Airport Travel Planning & Shuttle
If you plan to fly, Asheville Regional Airport is very close to the conference location at only 10 minutes away. However, it may be more expensive to fly into the Asheville Airport. If you are trying to save, you may want to check flying into Greenville, SC; Greensboro, NC; Atlanta; Raleigh-Durham; Knoxville, TN; or Charlotte, NC. There will be folks traveling from these places, and it might be possible to arrange for a ride share. Atlanta is 2.5 hours from Lutheridge, Hendersonille is 20 minutes away ((and is the closest airport alternative to Asheville), Greenville is 1 hour, Raleigh is 3.5 hours, Knoxville is 1.5 hours, and Charlotte is approximately 2.5 hours.If you fly into Asheville, please use the Flights calendar portion of the website to input your arrival and departure [click here]. We will be scheduling the airport shuttle service based on the arrival and departure times of those wanting to take advantage of this service. The Asheville Airport is approximately 10 minutes from Lutheridge. If you are so inclined as to make a small donation to the organization to reimburse us for gas for these trips, we would appreciate it, but it is not required. Space is limited and available by reservation only. Please note shuttles will be scheduled to make the most effective use of our resources based on the actual arrival and departure information we receive from registrants. When you arrive, please make your way to baggage claim and look for the person holding the sign that says Alternate ROOTS Shuttle.
Air
travel is the most CO2 –intensive form of travel. However, for those
who have to fly, consider offsetting the carbon footprint of your flight
miles. You can purchase carbon offsets or credits to “cancel” the
effects of burning fossil fuel for air travel. Some reputable sources
for carbon offsets include:- Carbon Fund (http://www.carbonfund.org)
- Sterling Planet (http://www.sterlingplanet.com)
- Terra Pass (http://www.terrapass.com)
Most
carbon offset providers also offer free carbon calculators on their
sites to estimate emissions for different forms of transportation based
on distance traveled.Don’t
forget that you can donate your frequent flyer miles to ROOTS for use
by other members to travel to the Annual Meeting. Even if flying has a large carbon
footprint, it’s still sustainable to share resources with others who
need them!PARKING AND PATHWAYS
There is ample parking at Lutheridge. Once you have arrived at camp, you may find that you will not need to move your car for the rest of the week. Lutheridge
is also woven with many paved pathways and hiking trails throughout its
campus. So consider bringing gear (bikes, hiking boots, running shoes,
etc.) for alternative modes of transportation and recreation during the
Annual Meeting.WHAT TO BRING…
Pack
your summertime casual clothes, bathing suits, and a special outfit or
costume materials for various dances, parties, and late night! You may also want to
bring a small portable or window fan. Please bring a coffee mug, so
that we can cut down on the amount of disposable waste. Please bring your promotional materials, DVD’s, tapes, CDs, and published materials for our Resource Area. Bring art supplies/costume pieces to create in the moment, and musical instruments for jam sessions. Feel free to bring additional tech equipment for site-specific work.
And, while all your food will be taken care of while you're there, don't forget to bring some extra cash in case you want to get a massage, purchase art from fellow artists, buy concessions (like coffee beverages!), or sow a seed in support of Alternate ROOTS.
We suggest you pack the following:
- Toiletries
- Sleeping bag/Blanket – for multiple occupancy
- Towels & Washcloth
- Soap & Shampoo
- Light jacket or sweater (we've had some very cool evenings in recent years)
- Rain coat or poncho
- Good walking shoes; sneakers w/ good tread work best
- Flip flops
- Journal/Notebook, pen or pencil
- Sunglasses and sunscreen
- Flashlight
- Reusable coffee mug
- Band-Aids
- Camera/film (optional)
- Insect repellent
- Plastic bag (for wet/damp towels, clothing, etc.)
- Reusable water bottle (can be recyclable, but should be refillable)
- Swimsuit
- Instruments for jam sessions
- Visual art for installation - please fill out our Installation Form
- Visual art for sale - please check in with Kelly Thomas about this process
- Festive Attire for Late Night Cabaret/Open-Mic Sessions
- Clothing items for the Clothes Swap
WHAT NOT TO BRING
- pets
- firearms
- candles
- illegal drugs
- and anything else that would get not just you but all of us in trouble.
- While there is a small lake at Lutheridge, you are not allowed to bring your boats, canoes, or kayaks.
- There is also no tent camping at Lutheridge.
YOUTH PROGRAMMING
This is a rare and valuable chance for youth to meet, learn from, and create original art with leading artists from around the country. We urge you to take advantage of this educational opportunity and bring a youth participant.The Youth/Parent orientation will take place on Tuesday at 7:00PM. Youth participants are encouraged to bring the following:
- White T-Shirt
- Puzzle or Favorite Toy
- Picture of themselves that ROOTS can keep
- Favorite Movie - to share
- Favorite Board Game - to share
- Swim Suit
- Comfortable Folding Chair
- Sleeping Bag
- Art Supplies - to share