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February 28, 2020

FRIEND Spotlight: Norwood Morrison

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Just beyond the tree line is the Lipscombe-Garrett Family cemetery adopted by Norwood Morrison, FRIENDS adopter and member of the Peaks of Otter Chapter. Preserving Parkway Stories Hiding in Plain Sight With retirement approaching, FRIENDS…

November 12, 2019

Volunteers Make a Big Impact on Blue Ridge Parkway

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On November 7, the National Park Service (NPS) honored volunteers who have made significant contributions to the preservation, protection, and enjoyment of the Blue Ridge Parkway. “These volunteers have given the most valuable resource they…

September 3, 2019

A 1940s Night on the Parkway

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Join us for a 1940’s Night on the Parkway at the Brugh Tavern, located just inside Explore Park! Enjoy swing music by Keenan McKenzie and the Rifters all night. Along with 1940’s cars on display…

April 5, 2019

Project Parkway: April 27th

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Special Announcement: The National Park Service, Blue Ridge Parkway is excited to announce the second annual Project Parkway, a volunteer event combining efforts parkway-wide! We appreciate the dedication and interest you’ve demonstrated to the Parkway, so we want to specially…

April 1, 2019

Summer Concert Kick-Off Events

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Everyone is welcome for FRIENDS, food, and fun! Free music concert with local bands throughout the day. Come out and help us kick-off the Summer Season on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Thank you to the…

December 4, 2018

Fall 2018 Vista Restoration Project in Virginia & Visit to Nearby Cemetery

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This fall crews restored 26 vistas between mileposts 49 and 74 in Virginia.This highly technical work is done by an all National Park Service crew of arborists that come from as far away as Acadia National…

FRIEND Spotlight: Norwood Morrison

Volunteers Make a Big Impact on Blue Ridge Parkway

A 1940s Night on the Parkway

Project Parkway: April 27th

Summer Concert Kick-Off Events

Fall 2018 Vista Restoration Project in Virginia & Visit to Nearby Cemetery

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