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Grandfather Presents: Baker Perry

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC, United States

Dr. Baker Perry is a National Geographic explorer and a professor at Appalachian State University in Boone. His research interests include alpine precipitation formation, snow and ice, and precipitation-glacier-climate interactions. Perry has led or co-led 23 research expeditions and — along with local collaborators — has installed and maintained 11 weather stations above an elevation […]

$20 – $60

Adult Field Course: Introduction to Backpacking

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC, United States

For thousands of years, people have been drawn to explore Grandfather Mountain. The rugged terrain, unique ecosystems, extreme weather and breathtaking views have enticed countless explorers. Experience the wonders of Grandfather Mountain during the day and night by backpack camping overnight at one of the mountain's primitive backcountry campsites. Participants will gain experience in planning […]

$100

Ensemble Stage Presents: To Die For

Historic Banner Elk School 185 Azalea Cir SE, Banner Elk, NC, United States

Best-selling historical romance writer Carla Woods lives in a Gothic mansion and enjoys playing dangerous mind games with her secretaries. One dark and stormy night, a mysterious man shows up at her door. Could this simply be payback from a disgruntled employee, or could it be — love’s destiny? Audiences will be on the edge […]

$12 – $28
Event Series The Fall Color Ramble

The Fall Color Ramble

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC, United States

From September 30 through October 8, guests enjoy daily, 30-minute, guided nature walks that highlight Grandfather Mountain’s fall colors. The starting locations vary day to day based on the foliage, so visitors should inquire at the park’s entrance gate or the Wilson Center for Nature Discovery upon arrival. Grandfather Mountain is home to myriad species […]

Event Series The Fall Color Ramble

The Fall Color Ramble

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC, United States

From September 30 through October 8, guests enjoy daily, 30-minute, guided nature walks that highlight Grandfather Mountain’s fall colors. The starting locations vary day to day based on the foliage, so visitors should inquire at the park’s entrance gate or the Wilson Center for Nature Discovery upon arrival. Grandfather Mountain is home to myriad species […]

Event Series The Fall Color Ramble

The Fall Color Ramble

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC, United States

From September 30 through October 8, guests enjoy daily, 30-minute, guided nature walks that highlight Grandfather Mountain’s fall colors. The starting locations vary day to day based on the foliage, so visitors should inquire at the park’s entrance gate or the Wilson Center for Nature Discovery upon arrival. Grandfather Mountain is home to myriad species […]

Event Series The Fall Color Ramble

The Fall Color Ramble

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC, United States

From September 30 through October 8, guests enjoy daily, 30-minute, guided nature walks that highlight Grandfather Mountain’s fall colors. The starting locations vary day to day based on the foliage, so visitors should inquire at the park’s entrance gate or the Wilson Center for Nature Discovery upon arrival. Grandfather Mountain is home to myriad species […]

Event Series The Fall Color Ramble

The Fall Color Ramble

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC, United States

From September 30 through October 8, guests enjoy daily, 30-minute, guided nature walks that highlight Grandfather Mountain’s fall colors. The starting locations vary day to day based on the foliage, so visitors should inquire at the park’s entrance gate or the Wilson Center for Nature Discovery upon arrival. Grandfather Mountain is home to myriad species […]

Event Series The Fall Color Ramble

The Fall Color Ramble

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC, United States

From September 30 through October 8, guests enjoy daily, 30-minute, guided nature walks that highlight Grandfather Mountain’s fall colors. The starting locations vary day to day based on the foliage, so visitors should inquire at the park’s entrance gate or the Wilson Center for Nature Discovery upon arrival. Grandfather Mountain is home to myriad species […]

Event Series The Fall Color Ramble

The Fall Color Ramble

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC, United States

From September 30 through October 8, guests enjoy daily, 30-minute, guided nature walks that highlight Grandfather Mountain’s fall colors. The starting locations vary day to day based on the foliage, so visitors should inquire at the park’s entrance gate or the Wilson Center for Nature Discovery upon arrival. Grandfather Mountain is home to myriad species […]

Event Series The Fall Color Ramble

The Fall Color Ramble

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC, United States

From September 30 through October 8, guests enjoy daily, 30-minute, guided nature walks that highlight Grandfather Mountain’s fall colors. The starting locations vary day to day based on the foliage, so visitors should inquire at the park’s entrance gate or the Wilson Center for Nature Discovery upon arrival. Grandfather Mountain is home to myriad species […]

All-Day Fall Color Ramble

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC, United States

Grandfather Mountain’s weeklong Fall Color Rambles wrap up on Oct. 14 with a day full of fall-color activities, including naturalist talks and additional rambles (guided walks), allowing participants to explore and admire the annual phenomenon of fall leaf season in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Included in park admission

Banner Elk Chamber

The B.E. Chamber of Commerce serves as a great resource for vacation itineraries, relocation info, retirement planning and a directory of area businesses. Volunteer opportunities, too.

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Town of Banner Elk

The town of Banner Elk (incorporated in 1911) is a thriving municipality located at 3,701 feet elevation in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Avery County, North Carolina.

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Lees-McRae College

Lees-McRae (est. 1899), is a four-year college affiliated with the Presbyterian Church. It has the highest elevation campus east of the Rockies, and offers a variety of educational pursuits.
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