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Get Outside Hike - New River Trail @ Gambetta

  • New River Trail United States (map)

Join BRDC guides for a hike along the New River Trail! This hike will depart from the Gambetta parking area and travel towards Fries. Families welcome. Activities include a scavenger hunt and the chance to earn a BRDC patch!

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.

Activity Highlights:

  • Explore the biodiversity of the region

  • Activate observational skills

  • Participate in natural history activities

  • Earn a patch

Ages: All! This program is intended for families.

Date: Saturday, March 27th, 1:00-2:30 pm

Location:  New River Trail @ Gambetta

Cost:  FREE, but registration is required. (Includes all instruction, materials, and supplies.) Participants are responsible for face masks and reusable water bottles.

Registration: Due to COVID-19 restrictions, registration is required for this event. Please sign up using the button below.

Limit: 20

This program will be offered on additional select dates January - October 2021. Email lisa@blueridgediscoverycenter.org to be notified of future event dates.

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