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Welcome to the Ridge

DSCN0044.JPGThe Blue Ridge Center for Environmental Stewardship is a place where historical land uses, nature, and history converge to show the connections between people and the natural world. Our 894 acres are home to deep woods and streams, a working farm, wildflower meadows, historic farmsteads, apiaries, and wildlife.
Our classroom is our farm, forest and meadows, and historic village landscape. Our education programs and land practices demonstrate innovative stewardship approaches that are sustainable—ecologically, as well as economically.
Come walk our trails, watch the bluebirds and butterflies, get a close-up look at wildlife, lose yourself for a while. Our trails are open everyday from dawn until dusk.
You can adopt a trail, pond or cabin, or take on a project to help restore the land. Spend your spring break with us. Propose an internship or research project


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Be Part of History

Do you enjoy telling stories? Or are you interested in learning about archaeology? Become a Blue Ridge Center volunteer! Email Ashley Oliver.

Docent/Tour Guide -  Give historical tours around the Farmstead Loop. Scheduled tours take place Fridays at 2pm and Saturdays at 10am and 2pm. We'll train you how to do it!

Education Volunteer - Aid with environmental education programs such as Birds of the Ridge, Wild and Wonderful Habitats for Birds, Adventures of Farming, Science and our Food Supply, the Wonders of Wetlands, and more. 

Community Outreach volunteer - Volunteers will not only aid in programs on Blue Ridge Center property, but also at local schools, community events, festivals, fairs, etc.  We are looking for volunteers with experience in working with multiple age groups.