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8:00 pm Peaks of Otter Amphitheatre |
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| Explore and experience the night! Wear sturdy shoes and bring a flashlight. Come learn facts and fallacies about the snakes of Virginia by Rnager Sandra Ludwig. |
Meet after the Saturday evening program in the breezeway. |
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Saturday June 26th Peaks of Otter Amphitheater 8:00pm |
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| Join Gwynn Ramsy as he presents tales of the mountains and the trails of Appalachia |
Following the program, a National Park Service ranger will lead a night hike. Dress for the weather, wear sturdy shoes and bring a flashlight |
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July 13,14,15 930am-12:00 noon |
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Join National Park Rangers and become a Junior Ranger while you learn all about what it as like to live on a early 20th century mountain farm, discover art in nature and learn more about animals through fun activities, games and projects.
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The cost is $30.00 and includes a special camp T-Shirt |
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July 20, 21, 22 9:30 am - 12:00 noon Nature Center Patio |
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Become a Junior Ranger as you solve some of natures mysteries through activities, games and projects that are fun and educational.
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Ages 9-13 Cost is $30 and includes a special camp T-Shirt |
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August 14th 9am-1030pm |
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| Take a peak at nature by joining area naturalists as they present programs, demonstrations, guided hikes and hands-on activities. Special evening program with live animals presented by Nature Zone of Lynchburg followed by a Ranger led hike. |
Stop by the Visitor Center for schedule and location of events and activities. |
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August 21st 7pm Amphitheatre |
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| Enjoy an evening of creative expression in a scenic setting as you listen to original poems and songs performed by local artists and view artwork by local artists |
August 21st 7pm Amphitheatre |
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September 4th and 5th |
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| Free concerts by local groups: Henry, Judy and Jack, Appalachian Heritage and a surprise band who will play traditional mountain music for your enjoyment. |
Saturday 3-5pm & 6:30-8:30pm
Sunday 2-4 pm |
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September 18 & 19 |
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A special weekend of musical entertainment, education and instruction. Riddle on the Harp, a group of three talented local musicians will present a concert of Celtic and Appalachian music from 6:30 pm-8:30pm in the Amphitheatre.
There will be a special Dulcimer workshop near Abbott Lake from 11am-4pm on September 19th. Mountain dulcimers will be provided.
Art Fest: All day, both days. Special activities for kids on Saturday. Watch local artists as they capture the beauty of the Peaks of Otter on canvas. Artists will set up throughout the area and will be available to answer questions.
From 11am-3pm special art activities for children of all ages will be available outside the lodge near Abbott Lake. There will be a free hotdog lunch for participating kids |
for more information, call 540-586-4496 |
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