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SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting at Avery Specialty Clinic UNC Health Appalachian
DESCRIPTION:Guests are invited to enjoy light refreshments while meeting the team\, connecting with leadership\, and touring the newly updated office. \nSloop Medical Office Plaza 436 Hospital Drive\, Suite 110 Linville\, NC 28646 \nQuestions?  (828) 268-8968
URL:https://averycounty.com/event/ribbon-cutting-at-avery-specialty-clinic-unc-health-appalachian/
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SUMMARY:Rhododendron Ramble
DESCRIPTION:Daily\, May 23 – 31\n1 – 1:30\nFrom May 23 through May 31 (weather permitting)\, short\, guided strolls will highlight Grandfather’s rhododendron species\, blooms and the roles they play in the mountain’s ecological communities. The easygoing daily walks are fit for guests or all ages and are wheelchair and stroller accessible\, starting by the entrance of the Wilson Center for Nature Discovery.
URL:https://averycounty.com/event/rhododendron-ramble/
LOCATION:Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation\, 2050 Blowing Rock Highway\, Linville\, NC\, 28646\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260605
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SUMMARY:Nature Photography Weekend
DESCRIPTION:June 5 – 7\nThis popular shutterbug weekend includes presentations from top nature photographers\, hands-on breakout sessions\, a friendly photo contest and the rare opportunity to photograph the mountain’s spectacular scenery before and after regular business hours. Tickets for Nature Photography Weekend will go on sale on Grandfather Mountain’s website on April 9. This event is an additional cost.
URL:https://averycounty.com/event/nature-photography-weekend/
LOCATION:Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation\, 2050 Blowing Rock Highway\, Linville\, NC\, 28646\, United States
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SUMMARY:Animal Birthday Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, June 10\nGrandfather Mountain celebrates the birthdays of its resident animals with games\, contests\, crafts and surprises. The mountain’s habitat staff will prepare a fun-filled day for guests\, as well as programs to celebrate the park’s furry and feathered inhabitants.
URL:https://averycounty.com/event/animal-birthday-weekend/
LOCATION:Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation\, 2050 Blowing Rock Highway\, Linville\, NC\, 28646\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260729
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SUMMARY:Animal Enrichment Day
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, July 29\nOn Animal Enrichment Day\, guests will see firsthand how the habitat staff care for the mountain’s resident animals and have a chance to experience enrichments for themselves. An enrichment is a special treat\, new toy or even an unfamiliar scent given to the animals to break up their routines and help keep them active and intellectually stimulated. Visitors can participate in making enrichments for the animals\, enjoy watching enrichment demonstrations\, talk directly with keepers and participate in family-oriented games and crafts.
URL:https://averycounty.com/event/animal-enrichment-day/
LOCATION:Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation\, 2050 Blowing Rock Highway\, Linville\, NC\, 28646\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sunrise at the Swinging Bridge
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, Aug. 1\nSunrise at 6:35 a.m.\nGuests will enjoy the rare opportunity to visit the park before it opens to the public to witness a wonderful sunrise at the Mile High Swinging Bridge. The second sunrise event in 2026 is planned with summer foliage and blooms in mind\, allowing for scenic serendipity for early risers. Tickets for the Aug. sunrise event go on sale on Grandfather Mountain’s website on June 2 at 10 a.m. This event is an additional cost.
URL:https://averycounty.com/event/sunrise-at-the-swinging-bridge-2/
LOCATION:Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation\, 2050 Blowing Rock Highway\, Linville\, NC\, 28646\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260808
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SUMMARY:Junior Naturalist Day
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, Aug. 8\nJunior Naturalist Program activities are planned throughout the day and are provided specifically for children ages 5-12\, but all ages are welcome. This year\, with the opening of Yonni’s Clubhouse\, guests will be able to enjoy new critters and activities – there is even a chance to meet some of the creatures up close and personal.
URL:https://averycounty.com/event/junior-naturalist-day/
LOCATION:Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation\, 2050 Blowing Rock Highway\, Linville\, NC\, 28646\, United States
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SUMMARY:Hawk Watch
DESCRIPTION:Sept. 1 – 30\nAll throughout September\, guests are invited to join the mountain’s naturalists in a Citizen Science Projects as they count the passersby in the sky and celebrate the annual spectacle of fall raptor migration. Participants can observe migration daily at Linville Peak\, across the Mile High Swinging Bridge\, weather permitting.
URL:https://averycounty.com/event/hawk-watch/
LOCATION:Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation\, 2050 Blowing Rock Highway\, Linville\, NC\, 28646\, United States
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SUMMARY:55th Annual Girl Scout Day
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, Sept. 12\nGirl Scouts are invited to join the park’s naturalists for a fun-filled learning adventure on Grandfather Mountain. Participants can enjoy special scout activities\, presentations and speakers. Plus\, all Girl Scouts and troop leaders are admitted free with proof of membership\, and family members will receive discounted admission.
URL:https://averycounty.com/event/55th-annual-girl-scout-day/
LOCATION:Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation\, 2050 Blowing Rock Highway\, Linville\, NC\, 28646\, United States
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SUMMARY:Creatures of the Night & Bonfire Delight
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, Sept. 26 (Rain date of Oct. 3)\nAs night falls on Grandfather Mountain\, guests can enjoy rare after-dark tours\, fireside folklore tales and a chance to meet the park’s nocturnal residents. Tickets for Creatures of the Night & Bonfire Delight will go on sale on Grandfather Mountain’s website on Aug. 3. This event is an additional cost.
URL:https://averycounty.com/event/creatures-of-the-night-bonfire-delight/
LOCATION:Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation\, 2050 Blowing Rock Highway\, Linville\, NC\, 28646\, United States
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SUMMARY:Fall Color Ramble
DESCRIPTION:Daily\, Oct. 3 – 11\n1 – 1:30\nFrom October 3 through October 11 (weather permitting)\, guests can enjoy short\, guided walks that highlight the mountain’s fall color. The starting locations will vary day to day based on the foliage. Grandfather is home to myriad species of plants and hardwood trees that range from pumpkin-colored beech trees to blood-red sourwoods and rust red oaks. During the daily rambles\, guests learn all about the mountain’s unique biodiversity and the science behind the changing of the leaves.
URL:https://averycounty.com/event/fall-color-ramble/
LOCATION:Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation\, 2050 Blowing Rock Highway\, Linville\, NC\, 28646\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sunset at the Swinging Bridge
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, Oct. 2\nSunset at 7:10 p.m.\nBack by popular demand\, Grandfather is offering a sunset experience in 2026. This special event will provide guests with the rare opportunity to be in the park outside of regular operating hours and to hopefully experience a lovely sunset from the bridge’s lofty vantage point during the magic of the fall season. Tickets for the Oct. sunset event go on sale on Grandfather Mountain’s website on Aug. 5 at 10 a.m. This event is an additional cost.
URL:https://averycounty.com/event/sunset-at-the-swinging-bridge/
LOCATION:Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation\, 2050 Blowing Rock Highway\, Linville\, NC\, 28646\, United States
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