Oct. 12, 2012. There is a special place for Christmas trees in the hearts of everyone. Along the Parkway can be seen this symbol of Christmas, but come and learn about this beloved fir beyond is tradition at the Blue Ridge Parkway Ranger Program Oct. 20, at 7 p.m.
Sept. 18, 2012. Blue Ridge Parkway Ranger Programs Sept. 21–23, 2012, are free and open to the public. What has a four chambered stomach, feeds on vegetation, can run up to 40 miles per hour, and has beautiful spotted young? Join a ranger to find out more about our furry friends the white-tail deer.
Sept. 18, 2012. In recognition of the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, Civil War historian and award winning author Michael Hardy and a group of historic re-enactors will give a presentation on the Civil War in the Appalachian Mountains.
Aug. 30, 2012. In the Fall of 1780, the prospects for victory in the Revolutionary War looked pretty bleak for the Patriots. Hope for independence was fading fast until the citizens of the Overmountain country banded together and marched over the mountains to face the threat posed by the British.
Aug. 30, 2012. The 8th Annual Elk Knob Community Headwaters Day will kick off at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 8. Enjoy live music, wagon rides, games, environmental programs, bee keeping, hide tanning, weaving, geology information and a delicious potluck lunch – all against the backdrop of Elk Knob and Snake Mountain.
Aug. 21, 2012. The Blue Ridge Parkway has been called “America’s Favorite Drive” and for good reason. For generations people have stepped out into this living museum. Upon learning many things in this parkway ranger program you can test your knowledge about the great & small that define the beauty of the Blue Ridge.
Aug. 14, 2012. Join the rangers for a 2 mile evening stroll to Moses and Bertha Cone’s final resting place. Discover more about the Cone family…both their good and bad times. Meet on the Cone Manor Porch wearing good walking shoes and bring water and a flashlight for this 1.5 hour hike.
Aug. 9, 2012. Blue Ridge Mountain Ranger Programs for Aug. 17-18. In recognition of the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, Civil War historian and award winning author Michael Hardy and a group of historic re-enactors will give a presentation on the Civil War in the Appalachian Mountains.
Aug. 7, 2012. Blue Ridge Parkway Ranger Programs Aug. 8-12 are free and open to the public. Join a ranger for a tour of the second floor of the beautiful, former home of Moses and Bertha Cone. Tours are held Saturdays and Sundays and last about 45 minutes. Tours will end the weekend of October 21, 2012.
Aug. 3, 2012.When local moonshiner Charlie Fox has a change of heart about his illicit line of work, he finds out that his “business partner” has no intention of letting him renege on their agreement. Charlie’s clever solution to his conundrum has become a local legend. Come hear the story from a Blue Ridge Parkway Ranger at this Aug. 10 free program.
July 31, 2012. Hear great stories from the Blue Ridge Parkway Rangers: When local moonshiner Charlie Fox has a change of heart about his illicit line of work, he finds out that his “business partner” has no intention of letting him renege on their agreement. Charlie’s clever solution to his conundrum has become a local legend.
July 24, 2012. Blue Ridge Parkway Ranger Programs July 27-29 are all free and open to the public thanks to the Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation, Eastern National and FRIENDS of the Blue Ridge Parkway for their financial support of these programs.
July 9, 2012. Blue Ridge Parkway Ranger Programs July 11 – 15 are all free and open to the public thanks to the financial support of Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation, Eastern National, and Friends of the Blue Ridge Parkway. Join a ranger for a tour of the second floor of the beautiful, former home of Moses and Bertha Cone or visit the Linn Cove Viaduct.