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RMR-020: Dr Frosty Levy previews The Exciting Plants of the Doe River Corridor for the Fall Naturalists Rally

Posted on by Ken TurnerSeptember 13, 2013

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Dr. Frosty Levy is a very entertaining hike leader for the Friends of Roan Mountain. I’ve enjoyed his forest walks and his knowledge of the trees of the Southern Appalachian Mountains.

This Fall Rally (Sept 6) he will be helping us to explore the Doe River Corridor. During an ambush interview during first day of classes for East Tennessee State University, he graciously allowed us a few minutes preview, but without giving away the secrets of the presentation.

News from the Mountain:

The goats are off of the mountain. A great big THANK YOU ! to the assistant goat herders who turned out last Wednesday at Carver’s Gap. A great turn out, and many of the herders were first timers.

The day was very comfortable but the view was limited. At one time the fog was so thick that we couldn’t see everybody in the “moving goat fence”. Fortunately it improved before the goats were turned out.

The hike off of the mountain was uneventful. All goats made it off the mountain under their own power and there were no side trips.

LINKS:

Baatany.org

Green Earth Mountain Retreat

Friends of Roan Mountain

RMR-019: Fall Naturalists’ Rally and Preview with Bart Carter on Aquatic Nuisance Species in Tennessee

Posted on by Ken TurnerOctober 18, 2013

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The Fall Naturalists Rally is September 6-7-8.

Meal reservation deadline is September 3. (And don’t forget that Monday is Labor Day so your mail may be one day later than usual.)

I caught up with Bart Carter of the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency to get a little preview of his presentation on “Aquatic Nuisance Species in Tennessee”. He has a twenty-one county area of responsibility. Learn what are his concerns for the water rescources big and small.

RMR-018: Part 2 – Conversation from Baase Camp and the Legend of BigDog

Posted on by Ken TurnerSeptember 25, 2014

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This is the second part of the conversation that I had with Jamey Donaldson from high on the mountain at the Baatany Goat Project Baase Camp. He did survive the attack of the slugs, but is a more cautious napper now.

The goats will be coming off of the mountain on August 28, so if you want to see them hard at work preserving the grassy balds now is your time to hike out to see them. After August 28 they will be at their winter quarters in Shady Valley. Visiting hours there are much more restricted.

But the magic of the high altitude has once more stirred the creativity. Be sure to listen for the Legend of BigDog. It answers a lot of questions about the history of the newest guard dog in the project.

SPECIAL LINK:

Go here to listen to the short recording of The Legend of BigDog

Fall Naturalists Rally (September 6-7-8) will feature Dr. Frosty Levy and Bart Carter. This is a great opportunity for real outdoor education for everybody. You will enjoy your next outdoor experience more if you have more outdoor knowledge. Check out the brochure for information on these speakers and all of the activities. Bring the family to share the fun.

LINKS:

You can make an online donation to the Project at: Baatany.org

Sept 6-7-8 Fall Naturalists Rally information here: Rally Brochure and Registration

(Great job Nancy!) Friends of Roan Mountain Fall Newsletter

Roan Mountain State Park – Activity Calendar

RMR-017: Baatany Goat Project, and When Slugs Attack!

Posted on by Ken TurnerAugust 13, 2013

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Listen to part 1 of a conversation that I had with Jamey Donaldson of the Baatany Goat Project. He called in from the Baa-se Camp in “Sister Saddle” between Jane Bald and Harriet Bald. The 6th season of the Baatany Goat Project comes to and end, Jamey shares news of the rain, the goat progress and some new discoveries, including an attack by European Garden Slugs.

LINKS:

http://www.baatany.org

Friends of Roan Mountain Fall Newsletter

Fall Naturalists Rally – Sept 6, 7, & 8 – Brochure and Registration

Friends of Roan Mountain

RMR-016: Awesome Adventures, Kid’s Naturalists Rally Recap and Pictures

Posted on by Ken TurnerAugust 10, 2013

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Awesome is the word to describe the Xtreme Roan Adventures. This was the 5th Kid’s Naturalists Rally and judging by the excitement, it was really Awesome.

MORE PICTURES:

Check out more pictures at XtremeRoanAdventures on FLICKR.
There are more pictures to be posted, so check back often.

CONTINUE the ADVENTURE:

For more outdoor family fun be sure to see the Friends of Roan Mountain website. They will hold their 51 st Annual Fall Naturalists Rally on September 6, 7, & 8, 2013. There are 26 activities and events not including the dinners. And there are nine “kid friendly” hikes and activities. This is a good way to continue your Xtreme Roan Adventures.

Get your brochure and registration here.

LOST and FOUND:

While cleaning up after the Xtreme Roan Adventures on Saturday July 27, we found this really neat dip net.
It is 15″ over all and 7″ wide. Ken (423) 538-3419.

15″ over-all dip net – Found

LINKS:

Roan Mountain State Park – Weekly Activities Calendar

Friends of Roan Mountain – Fall Rally Brochure and Registration

More information on the Baatany Goat Project an Science: Baatany.org

15″ over-all dip net – Found