Mt. Rogers Winter Naturalist Rally coming this February!
We are so excited to announce the Mount Rogers Winter Naturalist Rally on February 17-18th!
Nature's Little Elf Workshop is Almost Here!
It’s crafts and cocoa galore at our Nature’s Little Elf Workshop!
Birding Adventures
We have got birds on the brain at BRDC and have enjoyed every second of it!
The Twin County Community Foundation Sponsors Residential Education at BRDC
The Twin County Community Foundation (TCCF) continues to support Blue Ridge Discovery Center through a grant to get students outside engaged in nature.
Fall Rally Re-Cap!
We were so excited to host the first ever Mount Rogers Fall Naturalist Rally this October!
Residential Program with Carroll County
Here at BRDC, we have been so elated to have been able to host 150 6th graders from Carroll County for a three weekend residential program.
Naturalist/Educator Position Opening
Join Blue Ridge Discovery Center as the Naturalist/Educator and help connect our regional youth and adults to one of the greatest natural treasures in the East.
Rally, Rally, Rally!
The rally is quickly approaching and we are so excited to share some of the program lineup!
Mt. Roger's Fall Naturalist Rally Keynote Speaker: Michael St. Germain
Read about Michael St. Germain and the bat species found in Virginia!
It's Hummingbird Migration Season!
We are about one week away from the official start of Fall, which means it is time for hummingbird migration!
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.
Residential Overnight Programs at BRDC
Blue Ridge Discovery Center is thrilled to welcome Carroll County Middle School next week for our residential overnight program with their rising 6th graders!
Fall Naturalist Rally coming this October!
We are so excited to announce the Mount Rogers Fall Naturalist Rally on October 14-16th!
Seeking Applications for Naturalist/Educator
Blue Ridge Discovery Center is seeking applications for a Naturalist/Educator (N/E) to help connect our regional youth and adults to one of the greatest natural treasures in the east. This is an excellent opportunity to make a lasting impact on the next generation of stewards.
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.