Shenandoah National Park is celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Wilderness Act. Check out their offering of special events from August 30 - September 7!
Shenandoah National Park Wilderness Week
August 30 - September 7
Parkwide
It's all about Wilderness this week. Ranger talks, walks, hikes, demonstrations, and more! A Wilderness film festival. Wilderness Junior Ranger programs. Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Wilderness Act with us! See a detailed list of what we have planned for the nine-day celebration.
Ranger Programs
Rose River Wilderness Hike
August 30, September 1, September 5, September 7
10:00 a.m.
Explore the benefits of designation Wilderness on this hike through a part of Shenandoah's Wilderness. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Meet at Fishers Gap Overlook (mile 49.3), 4 hrs, moderate, 4-mile hike.
Chimney Rock Hike
August 16, August 31, September 3, September 6
10:00 a.m.
Discover Shenandoah's Wilderness on this hike with great views and compelling geology. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Meet at Riprap parking area (mile 90), 3 hrs, moderate, 3.4-mile hike.
Shenandoah National Park Wilderness Week
August 30 - September 7
Parkwide
It's all about Wilderness this week. Ranger talks, walks, hikes, demonstrations, and more! A Wilderness film festival. Wilderness Junior Ranger programs. Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Wilderness Act with us! See a detailed list of what we have planned for the nine-day celebration.
Ranger Programs
Rose River Wilderness Hike
August 30, September 1, September 5, September 7
10:00 a.m.
Explore the benefits of designation Wilderness on this hike through a part of Shenandoah's Wilderness. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Meet at Fishers Gap Overlook (mile 49.3), 4 hrs, moderate, 4-mile hike.
Chimney Rock Hike
August 16, August 31, September 3, September 6
10:00 a.m.
Discover Shenandoah's Wilderness on this hike with great views and compelling geology. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Meet at Riprap parking area (mile 90), 3 hrs, moderate, 3.4-mile hike.
Shenandoah Wilderness © David Wendelken Seminars
Celebrating Wilderness Through Nature's "WILD" Symphonies
September 2, September 4
10:00 a.m.
Location: Fishers Gap Overlook (mile 49.3)
Explore the power and value of natural sound as we head in the Wilds of Shenandoah. We will be stopping along our route to document and record various soundscapes that will be added to the park's natural sounds library. Wear sturdy shoes and pack water, lunch, and snacks. Meet at Fishers Gap Overlook (mile 49.3), 4 hrs, moderate, 2.5-mile hike.
Celebrating Wilderness Through Photography- FULL
September 6, 2014
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Location: TBA
Join professional photographers Rob and Ann Simpson to learn skills that will help you capture your nature and wilderness experiences through photography. Participants will practice a variety of photography techniques including scenic, macro, and telephotography. Participants should bring their own camera equipment. Any type of camera, including point-and-shoot, are welcome. Tripods are recommended but not required. The seminar is FREE with your paid park entrance fee but space is limited to 25 participants, ages 12 and up. Pre-registration is required. To register for the seminar or for more information, contact the park's Education Office by phone: 540-999-3500, ext. 3489, or by email: shen_education@nps.gov. (Click here to download more information.)
Celebrating Wilderness Through Nature's "WILD" Symphonies
September 2, September 4
10:00 a.m.
Location: Fishers Gap Overlook (mile 49.3)
Explore the power and value of natural sound as we head in the Wilds of Shenandoah. We will be stopping along our route to document and record various soundscapes that will be added to the park's natural sounds library. Wear sturdy shoes and pack water, lunch, and snacks. Meet at Fishers Gap Overlook (mile 49.3), 4 hrs, moderate, 2.5-mile hike.
Celebrating Wilderness Through Photography- FULL
September 6, 2014
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Location: TBA
Join professional photographers Rob and Ann Simpson to learn skills that will help you capture your nature and wilderness experiences through photography. Participants will practice a variety of photography techniques including scenic, macro, and telephotography. Participants should bring their own camera equipment. Any type of camera, including point-and-shoot, are welcome. Tripods are recommended but not required. The seminar is FREE with your paid park entrance fee but space is limited to 25 participants, ages 12 and up. Pre-registration is required. To register for the seminar or for more information, contact the park's Education Office by phone: 540-999-3500, ext. 3489, or by email: shen_education@nps.gov. (Click here to download more information.)
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