Explore the geology of the North Carolina mountains as we travel along the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway from Linville Gorge to Grandfather Mountain. Practice rock and mineral identification with hand samples and at outcrops in the field. Learn about the processes that have shaped our mountains.
Credit: 20 contact hours toward CEUs or Criteria II/III for North Carolina’s Environmental Education Certification Program
Lodging: The workshop fee covers a two-night stay at the NC Forest Service Mountain Training Facility in Crossnore, NC. Most rooms will be double occupancy.
Transportation: Participants can ride with the group from Raleigh departing at 2pm or meet us at the lodging in Crossnore in the early evening. Transportation will be in Museum vans.
Registration: This workshop is full. Please join our waiting list and we will notify you as soon as possible if a space opens for you!
The full workshop fee is due when you register and payment is via credit card. Registration for most Educator Treks is on a first-come, first-served basis. Treks fill quickly, so register early!
Note: We do not want cost to be a barrier for any educator. If the cost of this workshop would prevent your participation, please reach out to Melissa Dowland.