Constellations, crafts, cocoa, and chickadees. Join us as we round out the year!
Astronomy Night
Saturday, November 9th, 5:30 pm
Join BRDC astronomer Evan Worrell for an exploration of the stars. Study visible planets through the telescope and learn about the depths of the universe through Evan’s knowledge of constellations.
Come at 5:30 pm to enjoy a Dutch oven taco bake ($5) around a toasty fire! Stargazing will begin at 6:30 pm. Please consider the weather and dress in warm layers to enjoy a fall evening under the stars.
Interested in joining us? Please Register Here. Additional information will be sent to registered participants prior to the event. This event is FREE to members. The fee for non-members is just $10. Not a member yet? You can easily Become a Member and join the BRDC community!
Space is limited.
Nature’s Little Elf Workshop
Saturday, December 7th, 1:00-4:00 pm, Ages: 3-15
It’s crafts and cocoa galore at our Nature’s Little Elf Workshop! After picking an elf name, children will have the opportunity to get hands-on with a variety of seasonal crafts. Elf costumes welcome! Activities will take place both indoors and out, so please dress warmly.
Interested in joining us? Please Register Here. Additional information will be sent to registered participants prior to the event. This event is FREE to members. The fee for non-members is just $10 per child. Not a member yet? You can easily Become a Member and join the BRDC community!
Space is limited.
New River Christmas Bird Count
Saturday, December 14th, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
The Christmas Bird Count, organized by the Audubon Society, is a North American citizen science survey that runs from December 14th through January 5th each year. Information gathered during these counts helps us to better understand the health and status of bird populations.
Blue Ridge Discovery Center will be heading up the New River CBC once again. All ages and skill levels are welcome to participate! We’ll make a full day of it, coming together to share stories over lunch before finishing out the afternoon.
Interested in joining us? Please Register Here. Additional information will be sent to registered participants prior to the event. This event is free to all. Thank you for contributing to science!
