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Share the Journey®
Lodging & Learning Program
With the
Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation
May 12-15, 2008
MP 408.6, Blue Ridge Parkway near
Waynesville, NC
We are pleased to have GEORGE ELLISON as naturalist for this Pisgah Inn-Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation Lodging & Learning program.
Registrants included as guests for 
Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation
Executive Director’s Dinner
Wednesday Evening of Program
Full Day Programs Include
The Geographic Past and Present Geographic Setting of the Blue Ridge Consider the origins of the ancient Appalachians approximately 250 million years ago and the present day geographic provinces of the Southern Appalachians: Piedmont, Blue Ridge, Ridge and Valley, and Cumberland Plateau.
The Principle People The origins of the Cherokees, traditional beliefs and lifestyle, European contact, the removal era from 1800-1838, the Trail of Tears, and the origins of the Eastern Band of Cherokees as well as their continued presence in western North Carolina.
Birding 101- identify birds by vocalizations and visual clues
Animals of the Blue Ridge-Past and Present- Timber wolves and wood bison, river otters, peregrine falcons, and elk, the possibility of the continued presence of the eastern cougar, and the origins and ongoing problems associated with the introduction of the European wild boar in the early 20th century.
Edible, Medicinal, and Utilitarian Plants- And much more!
Monday – Thursday Program Agenda
Early Morning Session (optional)
Breakfast break
Morning Sessions & Fieldtrips
Lunch break
Afternoon Fieldtrips
Dinner break
After Dinner Session
Join us for a relaxed, but full, week in one of the country’s most beautiful national parks.
The Lodging and Learning program will involve some easy hikes, outdoor activities, and indoor learning opportunities.
Things you should bring:
- Binoculars,
- rain gear,
- some warm clothing suitable for higher elevations,
- walking shoes,
- a hand lens (household magnifier would be OK),
- water bottle, snacks like trail bars that you can carry easily
- *** the instructor will provide field guides, maps, and various source materials
On Wednesday evening you are invited to a dinner party hosted by Executive Director, Dr. Houck Medford and his wife “KB” at their family cabin.
The Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation provides private support for vital enhancement projects that would otherwise go unfunded. The Foundation focuses closely on the enrichment of children and the assurance that the traditions, beauty, vision, and promise of the Blue Ridge Parkway are fully realized. Whether by constructing improved visitor facilities or by creating hands-on learning programs that encourage preservation of this unique national park, the Foundation works independently of federal budgets to see that everyone who travels here, for generations to come, can Share the journey.
Pisgah Inn is a special place. From our 5,000 foot elevation at Mt. Pisgah, marvel at the forest-clad mountain peaks, the mist filled coves, and the slopes of fragrant balsams, rhododendrons, mountain laurel and flame azalea. Hike the many trails through a virgin land where deer, bear and other forest creatures play. The vista from your private porch or our dining room affords today's modern man a feeling of quiet peace and reawakening to the delicate beauty that is our unspoiled land.
Tuition. $325 per person based on double occupancy for accommodations and programming Monday May 12 – Thursday May 15, 2008.
Does not include meals. You can plan for ~$25 per day per person.
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You may reserve your place by calling 336.721.0260 and making a deposit by credit card.
Space is limited so please reserve early.
or mail in the registration below to
Pisgah Inn Lodging & Learning
with the
Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation
REGISTRATION FORM
PO Box 10427
Winston Salem NC 27108
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$325 per person (double) $475 per person (single)
make check payable to Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation
