Join us for a truly unique class at Bays Mountain. This class will be given on the Bays Mountain Barge, right out in the middle of the lake! The primary goal of a barre class is muscle endurance. Inspired by elements of ballet and yoga, muscles in major muscle groups are targeted via small movements. […]
Do you enjoy nature photography? Join park staff aboard the barge for a trip geared toward photography! We will take a leisurely float around Bays Mountain Lake to enjoy the scenery, look for wildlife, and talk about the technique and art of nature photography. Bring your own camera or photography equipment and meet at the […]
Light pollution. How can something as essential as light be considered a pollutant? The answer lies not in light itself, but instead how we use artificial light at night. For centuries, we have become accustomed to using artificial light after dark, treating it as a natural part of our lives. But it isn’t. Living organisms […]
Observe water lilies, deer, raccoons, ducks, geese, turtles, great herons, beaver lodges, and sometimes beavers and black bears. Your naturalist will discuss park history as well as the signs and sounds encountered on your trip, creating a unique experience. The Barge Ride lasts approximately 45 minutes and may be canceled due to weather. The barge […]
Join park staff to talk about the fascinating world of wolves! Learn about our resident wolf pack, their complex social dynamics, communication, and diet. Along the way, you can also […]
“Appalachian Skies” will take visitors on a majestic tour of the current evening sky using the spectacular Zeiss optical star projector instrument. Its fiber-optic generated star field is stunning and […]
Observe water lilies, deer, raccoons, ducks, geese, turtles, great herons, beaver lodges, and sometimes beavers and black bears. Your naturalist will discuss park history as well as the signs and sounds encountered on your trip, creating a unique experience. The Barge Ride lasts approximately 45 minutes and may be canceled due to weather. The barge […]
Get to know one of Appalachia’s most elusive predators! Come by the bobcat habitat to learn about bobcat behavior, hunting strategies, adaptations, and their important role in their mountain ecosystem. […]
