Discovering the Wilds of Mount Rogers National Recreation Area
It is Wilderness Discovery Camp. Five days based at Scales Campground with daily excursions covering approximately 30 miles of trail. They left no area unexplored, seeking new discoveries at every turn.
It is Wilderness Discovery Camp. Five days based at Scales Campground with daily excursions covering approximately 30 miles of trail. They left no area unexplored, seeking new discoveries at every turn.
A full camp of 8 guys and gals took on the challenge, come rain or shine, of traversing two wilderness areas and reaching the highest peak in the state of Virginia: Mount Rogers. They caught butterflies, salamanders, toads, aquatic insects, crawfish. Saw birds, wild ponies, experienced a multitude of trees and habitats, and learned map and compass skills.
Every evening before dinner, they documented their day in a journal with words and drawings then shared that with the group; each highlighting something special and unique. The rains that came did not deter this bunch. They huddled up in the walled tent for card games and conversation. This bunch was numero "UNO"!
Seeking Scholarship Applicants for Camp
BRDC is seeking applicants for full scholarships ($450 value) to our Mount Rogers Wilderness Camp. The scholarships were provided by The Friends of Mount Rogers National Recreation in support of youth exploration of the Mount Rogers area.
BRDC is seeking applicants for full scholarships ($450 value) to our Mount Rogers Wilderness Camp.
The Rudolph and Louise Tilson Scholarship Fund was generously provided by The Friends of Mount Rogers in support of youth exploration of the Mount Rogers area. Rudolph Tilson absolutely loved Grayson county and the Mount Rogers area, and was an active Boy Scout leader, avid camper, and outdoorsman his whole life.
The Friends of Mount Rogers is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the appreciation and enjoyment of the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area by supporting it and its heritage through education, cooperation, financial assistance, and volunteer service. For more information, visit: www.friendsofmountrogers.org
The scholarships are available for the under-served youth in our core focus region including the counties of Grayson, Ashe, Allegheny, Carroll, Smyth, Wythe and Washington along with the City of Galax. Qualifications include demonstrated financial need and residence within the core focus area.
To apply for the scholarship, please fill out the following form and mail to Blue Ridge Discovery Center: Scholarship Application Form
The scholarship application will be open until July 22nd, 2016. On July 25th, BRDC will notify the recipients of the scholarship!
For more information on the Camp, visit http://blueridgediscoverycenter.org/mount-rogers-wilderness-experience/
To learn more about the scholarship contact info@blueridgediscoverycenter.org or call 276.293.1232
