Blue Ridge Parkway Association Releases App To Help You Enjoy The Parkway This Fall
These days the "got milk" expression has been far surpassed by, "is there an app for that?" And in the case of the Blue Ridge Parkway, the answer is "yes!"
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Blue Ridge Parkway Closure Points To Source Of Past Failures
Another Blue Ridge Parkway road closure this fall and winter points to the aging infrastructure that undermines this scenic road, the most visited unit of the National Park Service.
- September 24th, 2012
Fall Color Forecast: High Expectations For Bright Foliage In Eastern National Parks
With autumn in the offing, the question for leaf lookers heading to Eastern national parks is—what’s the foliage forecast for fall 2012? Howard S. Neufeld has some good news for you—but the reasons why aren’t simple.
Two Celebrated North Carolina High Country Landmarks Commemorate Anniversaries
Two landmark bridges in the North Carolina High Country near Boone celebrate anniversaries this month with major events and activities planned for Tuesday September 11, 2012.
Dine and Donate: First Ever "Plates for the Parkway" Program Offers Fuel For You And The Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation
Raise a toast to the Blue Ridge Parkway—and do it while enjoying a great meal at one of dozens of restaurants sponsoring “Plates for the Parkway” on September 18th, 2012. The first annual event will include restaurants that agree to donate a minimum of 10% of a meal or the day’s sales to benefit the Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation’s efforts to protect the Parkway.
Star Gaze Southern Appalachian National Parks In September
You’ll get startlingly close to galaxies, nebulae, planets and more at three great September star-gazing events at the loftiest viewing locations in Eastern America, thanks to Southern Appalachian National Parks.
Help Your Essential Friends: Suggestions On Contributing To National Park Friends Groups
Throughout the summer we've been celebrating the work of national park friends groups. While the summer is coming to an end, their good work continues throughout the year. And with that in mind, they could use your support to fund that work. Here's a look back at some of the park system's "essential friends" and how you can support them.
NPS Releases Prospectus For Blue Ridge Parkway Boat Rental Concession
The National Park Service recently released a solicitation for bids on a boat rental/food service operation within Julian Price Memorial Park on the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Research Shows Signage Behind Dramatic Wreck Reduction On Blue Ridge Parkway
A Blue Ridge Parkway study shows that National Park Service signing seems to be reducing the number of accidents on the high road.
Wildlife Viewing: A Summertime Strong Suit of Southern Applachian National Parks
Any of these three parks is a great place to meet the Southern Mountains—but a visit to each or all is an even better way to meet the diverse and distinctive resident wildlife that populates the dense forests of the Southern Appalachians.
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