Friends of New River Trail

06/22/2026

Become a Junior Ranger this summer by attending our Day Camp. Experience the various types of adventures our park offers, the park's history, and how to protect this for future generations. 🚸

Junior Ranger Camp is open to children ages 11-14 years old.
🗓️ Camp runs Mon., July 13 through Fri., July 17
🕘 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. daily

2026 Camp Schedule:
Day 1: Nature: Plants and Animals
Day 2: Underground: Caving
Day 3: Water: Fishing & Snorkeling
Day 4: Adventure: Biking the Trail
Day 5: Outdoor Skills: Archery and Fire-starting

💲The cost is $75 per child for the entire week.
📝 Pre-registration is required since space is limited (only 12 participants total).
📞 Register by emailing [email protected], or calling the office at 276-699-6778
ℹ️ https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-04-21-14-10-56-679050-wdh

06/19/2026

⛰️Hoover Mountain Bike Trail ⛰️

Lots of flowy trails for bikers, trail runners, and hikers!

Nestled in between Hiwassee and Allisonia, this hidden gem is a great way to spend the day! ☀️

06/18/2026

FYI-the "Bike with a Ranger" program originally scheduled for tonight has been cancelled due to weather!

If you have any questions, please contact NRTSP directly at 2766996778.

-FNRT

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06/18/2026

FYI-NRTSP has cancelled the beginner kayak event that was scheduled for 6/19. The offering has been removed from the official website. We are sharing as a courtesy.

Please contact NRTSP directly if you have any questions!

-FNRT

06/16/2026

Join astronomers from the Echo Ridge Astronomical Society to observe and learn about the moon! 🌝 Take a look through many kinds of telescopes and chat with fellow astronomy lovers about the wonders of the night sky. 🔭

Corrie Delgado, ERAS's ambassador to NASA, will be here to share insights about the moon. 🌙

🗓️ Saturday, June 20
🕗 8 - 10 p.m.

Feel free to bring comfortable chairs or blankets to relax on as you watch the sky change from twilight to darkness. You may also bring your own telescope or binoculars to get assistance from experienced astronomers.

⚠️ Please use minimal lighting when entering and leaving the parking lot, and only use flashlights with red-colored light.

ℹ️ https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-05-06-11-34-20-378536-ib6