2010 Naturalist Rallies in Southwest Virginia and Northeast Tennessee
It's time to mark
your calendars for the region's upcoming naturalist rallies. If
you've never been to a naturalist rally, you're in for a treat.
Naturalists who have spent their lives learning about the flora and
fauna of a natural area lead hikes on topics ranging from wildflowers
and birds to mushrooms and edible plants. There's good food, fun,
and fellowship, and families are welcome.
May
7 - 8, 2010 --- Mount Rogers Naturalist Rally. This year's
keynote speaker, Kevin Hamed, will enthrall you on Friday evening with
tales from his salamander research. I've heard Kevin speak before
and know that you don't want to miss this! Spend the night and
wake up early for hikes all day Saturday. For more information, check
out their website.
May
7 - 9, 2010 --- Spring Roan Mountain Naturalist Rally. If you live a
little further south, naturalists will be rallying on Tennessee/North
Carolina's Roan Mountain on the same weekend as the Mount Rogers
Naturalist Rally. This is the most established naturalist rally
in the region with three days of events. For more information, visit their website.
July
31, 2010 --- Roan Mountain Youth Naturalist Rally. 2010 is the
second year of this event, geared toward young people. The
perfect time to bring your kids and break up that boring summer
vacation!
September
10 - 12, 2010 --- Fall Roan Mountain Naturalist Rally. This is a
great way to catch the leaves at the peak of their perfection.
October
2, 2010 --- High Knob Naturalist Rally. Within easy
driving distance of the Tri-cities, Abingdon, and all of far southwest
Virginia, High Knob is the often overlooked jewel in our region's
crown. Hikes are not yet determined, but keep an eye on the Clinch Coalition's website for more
information.
Did I miss your
favorite naturalist rally? Leave a comment and share your
knowledge!
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