Get Outside Hikes
Blue Ridge Discovery Center’s Get Outside Program connects families of Grayson and Carroll Counties and the City of Galax to nature through hands-on, active, outdoor natural history activities. The components of this program include observational hiking, outdoor activity, and natural history education. Participants will get outside with their families to explore, discover, and share their experiences during a short hike in local areas. Activities include a scavenger hunt and the chance to earn a BRDC patch!
Our first hike is THIS SATURDAY (9/11/2021) at Dannelly Park in Galax (Carroll County).
Activity Highlights:
Explore the biodiversity of the region
Activate observational skills
Participate in natural history activities
Earn a patch
Schedule:
Saturday, September 11 @ Dannelly Park, from 10AM-12PM
Saturday, September 25 @ Whitetop Mountain, from 10AM-12PM
Saturday, October 2 @ Matthew’s State Forest, from 10AM-12PM
Saturday, October 9 @ Beaver Dam Creek Trail, from 10AM-12PM
Saturday, October 16 @ Stamper’s Branch Trail, GHSP, from 2-4PM
Saturday, October 23 @ New River Trail - Gambetta, from 10AM-12PM
Saturday, October 30 @ Elk Garden Trail, from 2-4PM
FAQ:
Who can come?
Everyone of all ages! This program is intended for families.
How much does it cost?
FREE, but registration is required.
What do I bring?
Please bring a reusable water bottle. All instruction, materials, and supplies are included.
How do I sign up?
Please sign up using the button below. Just choose which hike you would like to join. You may sign up multiple times. There is no limit to how many hikes you can attend!
We hope to see you out there!
Email lisa@blueridgediscoverycenter.org for more information.
