Contribute to Community (Citizen) Science this Month
Every April, we celebrate different people, projects, and scientific discoveries that are made possible through the public working with researchers on collaborative projects. Together as a community, people all around the globe practice this public participation in the scientific process with a shared goal to increase our collective knowledge. Read on to learn how you can get involved in community science at the Blue Ridge Discovery Center!
A Love Letter to Beavers
Beavers get a bad rap that they really don’t deserve. These skilled engineers are a keystone species across North America, positively altering habitat and creating entire ecosystems that benefit many more organisms than just themselves. Trapping for the fur trade and habitat destruction have reduced their numbers, but lucky for us, beavers are alive and well in our neck of the woods!
Recent Sightings of the Blue Ridge
Are you ready for the Naturalist Rally? Read about some of the recent finds during our programs around the Blue Ridge Discovery Center and beyond, and learn how to improve your chances of seeing some fascinating species before a weekend immersed in the Appalachian spring.
Countdown to the Mount Rogers Naturalist Rally 50th Anniversary!
It’s almost time for a very SPECIAL Mount Rogers Spring Naturalist Rally!
BRDC News: Upcoming Events
The world is thawing out, fauna is getting more active, and here at BRDC we are excited to get back out there and discover more with you! Read for info on our Winter Naturalist Rally, Woodcock Display Walk, Family Weekend, and Spring Break Camp.
Join us at the Mount Rogers Winter Naturalist Rally!
Embark on an journey of discovery with us! Blue Ridge Discovery Center proudly presents the Mount Rogers Winter Naturalist Rally. This annual event, upcoming on Saturday, February 17, 2024, is a celebration of the region's diverse ecosystems and a testament to the wonders that winter unveils in the Appalachians.
It's Fall Rally Time!
The Mount Rogers Fall Naturalist Rally is almost here and we are excited to explore, discover and share!
The Summer Rally has Come and Gone...
The 2023 Mount Rogers Summer Naturalist Rally has come and gone. Here’s a recap of the weekend.
Mount Rogers Summer Naturalist Rally this August!
Mark your calendars, the Mount Rogers Summer Naturalist Rally is coming up on August 18-20, 2023!
Mount Rogers Spring Naturalist Rally
All in all, the 49th annual Mount Rogers Spring Naturalist Rally was an inspiring weekend of sharing through exploration and discovery of the wonders of the Blue Ridge.
Spring MRNR this Weekend!
Happy rally week everyone! We are so excited to share the programs that will be at our Mount Rogers Spring Naturalist Rally.
It's Almost Spring Rally Time!
The Mount Rogers Spring Naturalist Rally is almost here and we are so excited to share some of the programs!
Dr. Marcella Kelly to Speak at Mount Rogers Spring Naturalist Rally
This May, attendees of the Mount Rogers Spring Naturalist Rally will have a chance to meet Marcella during her presentation, THE VIRGINIA APPALACHIAN CARNIVORE PROJECT: ECOLOGICAL FINDINGS FROM 10 YEARS OF RESEARCH ON BEARS, BOBCATS, AND COYOTES.
Winter Rally Re-Cap
We were so delighted to host the first ever Mount Rogers Winter Naturalist Rally this past weekend!
Upcoming Events at BRDC!
We have many exciting events coming up in February that we cannot wait!
Mt. Rogers Winter Naturalist Rally coming this February!
We are so excited to announce the Mount Rogers Winter Naturalist Rally on February 17-18th!
Rally, Rally, Rally!
The rally is quickly approaching and we are so excited to share some of the program lineup!
Pre-Order Your Fall Naturalist Rally T-Shirt!
Our Mount Rogers Fall Naturalist Rally is a little over a month away and we could not be more excited! We have opened pre-orders for the limited edition Fall Naturalist Rally t-shirt.
Fall Naturalist Rally coming this October!
We are so excited to announce the Mount Rogers Fall Naturalist Rally on October 14-16th!