Discover how materials break down and become soil! Dead plants and animals add to the soil and make it healthy and nutritious! Man-made materials are often slow to decompose and can hurt animals in the meantime. This is why packing out litter is so important! Come for a walk to learn about how healthy soil...
Discover how materials break down and become soil! Dead plants and animals add to the soil and make it healthy and nutritious! Man-made materials are often slow to decompose and can hurt animals in the meantime. This is why packing out litter is so important! Come for a walk to learn about how healthy soil...
A FREE guided nature hike for all ages. Discover these trails and discuss points of interest with a knowledgeable guide. The program will take place on this trail system that covers a variety of terrain and various habitats. There will be frequent breaks as the group stops to discuss points of interest. Registration required. Visit https://lynchburg.libcal.com/event/8088011 to...
Enjoy this night hike focusing on fireflies, bioluminescence, and nighttime pollinators. These programs will give you the opportunity to experience the outdoors at night and to possibly see and hear animals that are not encountered in the daytime. It will be dusk when you begin and dark (except for the light of the moon) by...
Enjoy this night hike focusing on night vision and animal adaptations OR a night hike focusing on fireflies, bioluminescence, and nighttime pollinators. These programs will give you the opportunity to experience the outdoors at night and to possibly see and hear animals that are not encountered in the daytime. It will be dusk when you...
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A guided sunrise hike for all ages. Experience Claytor in the early morning hours when wildlife is more active! Discover the trails and discuss points of interest with a knowledgeable guide. The program will take place on a trail system that covers a variety of terrain and various habitats. There will be frequent breaks as...
What is a vernal pool? What critters live in vernal pools? Why are vernal pools unique and important habitats? Enjoy an exploration of vernal pools and the life cycles of several local amphibians. The program will take place at several locations along our trail system, including areas that may be muddy. Activities and content are...
A guided nature hike for adults (16+). Discover our trails and discuss points of interest with a knowledgeable guide. The program will take place on the trail system that covers a variety of terrain and various habitats. For more information on what to expect, safety protocols, or how to register, check out the calendar/registration page...
Destination Bedford offers big, bold and unforgettable experiences. You’ll see stunning beauty in the Blue Ridge Mountains and hear stories of bravery that will take your breath away at the National D-Day Memorial.
