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Bruce Ingram
October’s Wild Edible: Black Cherries
Along the driveway leading to Elaine’s and my Botetourt County, Virginia home lies a black cherry tree (Prunus serotina). Read more
Oct 15, 2024
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Joe Cook
September's Mountain Wildflower: Yellow-fringed Orchid
Once you spot the yellow-fringed orchids as you struggle up a steep slope while hiking during the heat of a September afternoon, you may wish you had never seen them. Read more
Sep 11, 2024
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Joe Cook and Monica Sheppard
October's Mountain Wildflower: Black-eyed Susan
Favoring dry fields, open woods, waste areas and roadsides, the individual blossoms are long-lasting, staying healthy and blooming for nearly a month when conditions are right. Read more
Oct 17, 2024
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Angela Minor
Birds of the Blue Ridge: Northern Cardinal
The Northern Cardinal is such a popular and familiar sight, seven states have designated this species as their state bird. Read more
Sep 26, 2024
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Bruce Ingram
November’s Wild Edible: Plums
They can be eaten right from the tree as the fleshy orbs are quite tasty and can also be made into jam. Read more
Oct 31, 2024
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Bruce Ingram
October's Blue Ridge Mountain Apple Profile: The Rome
The Rome, also known as Rome Beauty or even Roman Beauty, will never be known for eating out of hand. Read more
Oct 22, 2024
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Bruce Ingram
November's Blue Ridge Mountain Apple Profile: Stayman Winesap
The Stayman Winesap originated in Kansas in the mid-1800s, but it began to appear in our region late in that century and quickly became a fixture in highland orchards. Read more
Nov 14, 2024
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Visit Blue Ridge, GA
Magical Family Holidays in Blue Ridge, Georgia
Inviting cabins, festive fun galore and so much more make the charming mountain town of Blue Ridge, Georgia, the perfect gathering place for your family this holiday season. Read more
Nov 7, 2024
Bruce Ingram
November's Blue Ridge Mountain Apple Profile: Stayman Winesap
The Stayman Winesap originated in Kansas in the mid-1800s, but it began to appear in our region late in that century and quickly became a fixture in highland orchards. Read more
Nov 14, 2024
Visit Blue Ridge, GA
Magical Family Holidays in Blue Ridge, Georgia
Inviting cabins, festive fun galore and so much more make the charming mountain town of Blue Ridge, Georgia, the perfect gathering place for your family this holiday season. Read more
Nov 7, 2024
Bruce Ingram
November’s Wild Edible: Plums
They can be eaten right from the tree as the fleshy orbs are quite tasty and can also be made into jam. Read more
Oct 31, 2024
Bruce Ingram
October's Blue Ridge Mountain Apple Profile: The Rome
The Rome, also known as Rome Beauty or even Roman Beauty, will never be known for eating out of hand. Read more
Oct 22, 2024
Joe Cook and Monica Sheppard
October's Mountain Wildflower: Black-eyed Susan
Favoring dry fields, open woods, waste areas and roadsides, the individual blossoms are long-lasting, staying healthy and blooming for nearly a month when conditions are right. Read more
Oct 17, 2024
Bruce Ingram
October’s Wild Edible: Black Cherries
Along the driveway leading to Elaine’s and my Botetourt County, Virginia home lies a black cherry tree (Prunus serotina). Read more
Oct 15, 2024
Paul Danese | Wikimedia Commons
Birds of the Blue Ridge: Cedar Waxwing
The sleek formal attire of the Cedar Waxwing is notably highlighted with bright red tips on the secondary wing feathers. Read more
Oct 15, 2024
A Warm Holiday Welcome to Lexington, Buena Vista and Rockbridge County
We're excited about your visit to Lexington, Buena Vista and Rockbridge County, Virginia this holiday season. In fact, we've been preparing for months. Read more
Oct 8, 2024
Hurricane Helene Response
A few words on Hurricane Helene - and how you can help our affected communities. Read more
Angela Minor
Birds of the Blue Ridge: Northern Cardinal
The Northern Cardinal is such a popular and familiar sight, seven states have designated this species as their state bird. Read more
Sep 26, 2024
Hardy County West Virginia: A Welcoming Retreat in the Potomac Highlands
Escape to the mountains for a long relaxing weekend as the season begins its shift to fall colors, cool breezes, and charming small-town festivals. Read more
Sep 23, 2024
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