Upcoming Events
Seasonal Events Overview
Interested in getting involved with habitat management and restoration efforts? Each year, partners in Highlands of Roan stewardship host volunteer work days and celebrations.
In mid-late April, there is a garlic mustard pull volunteer work day in and around Roan Mountain State Park, to help slow the spread of this invasive, non-native plant, which can out-compete native plants by depriving them of sunlight, moisture and space. Removing garlic mustard from thoroughfares such as Roan Mountain State Park and public roadsides is crucial to controlling the establishment and spread of this invasive species in our area.
In mid July, the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy hosts a volunteer work weekend - the Grassy Ridge Mow-Off - to help manage and restore grassy balds habitat. Volunteers are welcome to come for a day or stay the weekend, camping overnight with the volunteer work group.
Each year, a seasonal Roan Naturalist helps with education and management efforts along high visitation areas of the Appalachian Trail in the Roan Highlands. Advertising and hiring for this position usually occurs in February-March.
If any of these annual seasonal events seem appealing, mark your calendar and check the organizations’ websites below for specific details as these and other event details become available.
