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!
The Lichen Light Show of Mt. Rogers
Tracing the line of interdependence from lichens, to trees that host them, to the squirrels that planted them, and beyond, the entire ecosystem sprawls out through the window of just one tiny, slimy superorganism that clings to the harshest and most unforgiving environments.
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!
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!
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!
Fall Rally Re-Cap!
We were so excited to host the first ever Mount Rogers Fall Naturalist Rally this October!
Rooms for a Naturalist
We are offering 16 beautifully restored rooms with the ability to sleep 68 individuals in the historic 1924 Konnarock Training School!
Drawing From Nature with Suzanne Stryk
The Blue Ridge Discovery Center is excited to announce that the talented artist and author, Suzanne Stryk will be leading a “Drawing From Nature” session at the 48th Annual Spring Naturalist Rally.
48th Annual MRNR Keynote Speaker
The 48th Annual MRNR keynote speaker is wetland ecologist, wildlife biologist, and author, Thomas Biebighauser.
The Rally is back!
We are very excited to announce the return of the Naturalist Rally!! After a two year remote hiatus the 48th Annual Mount Rogers Spring Naturalist Rally is back in full force May 6-8! Online ticket purchasing and room reservation is now available.
Volunteer Weekend (In Lieu of Summer MRNR)
A volunteer weekend with projects such as trail building, habitat improvement, and painting will be held in place of the annual Summer Naturalist Rally.
Get Yours Now!
Now is your chance to win great prizes and snag a limited edition MRNR T-Shirt!
2021 Mt Rogers Naturalist Rally: "Scavenger Hunt" Edition
Grab your ticket to the “Scavenger Hunt” Edition of the 2021 Mt Rogers Spring Naturalist Rally!
Remote Rally Going Strong
Another stellar day on the iNaturalist Project! The leaderboard shows 97 observers with over 2,800 observations and 840 species…WOW! This is so awesome!