We invite you to join us for the Opening reception for a NEW exhibit at the Trillium Gallery. The exhibit is a collection of photographs by Mark Eichenberger that captures the essence of each season in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. Observe the vibrant colors of autumn leaves, the snow-covered vistas of winter, the flowers […]
Join Josh Palumbo on a discussion the environmental concerns affecting Wintergreen’s ecosystem. The lecture will cover topics such as forest health, deer populations, water quality, spotted lanternfly and much more. Be sure to come with any questions you may have about the state of the Wintergreen environment!
Join artist Carolyn Velletri in this introductory workshop, and learn the basics of watercolor. There will be a brief review of materials and equipment for the beginner watercolorist and basic color theory. Everyone will mix secondary and tertiary colors from red, yellow, and blue to experience watercolor’s unique qualities. Four watercolor techniques will be explored […]
It’s time to dust off those hiking boots and join us for an adventure on the Dobie/Albright Loop Trail! This scenic 4-mile hike, rated easy to moderate, winds through a stunning native hardwood forest and features unique sights, including the remnants of a 1964 fighter jet. We’ll pause for lunch at the breathtaking Glass Hollow […]
Join artist Carolyn Velletri in this introductory workshop, and learn the basics of watercolor. There will be a brief review of materials and equipment for the beginner watercolorist and basic color theory. Everyone will mix secondary and tertiary colors from red, yellow, and blue to experience watercolor’s unique qualities. Four watercolor techniques will be explored […]
Let's welcome spring with Lena Kroll, Certified Master Naturalist and Preserve Steward for the Nature Conservancy's Fortune's Cove trail. As a trail Steward, Lena hikes Fortune's Cove throughout the year, assessing the trail and performing basic trail maintenance. Join us as we explore a 4.1-mile loop trail where it’s rare to encounter others, but is […]
Join Josh Palumbo in a search for the evidence of those that came before us as we tour sites important to the cultural history of Wintergreen. This trip into the “Peggy’s Pinch” area of Wintergreen will include a cemetery tucked into a hillside and an old homestead surrounded by stone pig walls. Join us as […]
Join a Foundation Naturalist for an interpretive hike and explore Wintergreen’s natural environment! These hikes are rated moderate to strenuous. Meet at Trillium House. Payment due before the event.
Join a Foundation Naturalist for an interpretive hike and explore Wintergreen’s natural environment! These hikes are rated moderate to strenuous. Meet at Trillium House. Payment due before the event.
Let’s paint the beautiful native trillium, known for its three petals and leaves, and found in nutrient-rich woods and slopes. Designed for ages 12+ with basic watercolor experience, this workshop explores lift-out and negative painting techniques, useful for both beginners and experienced artists. Email carolyn.velletri@verizon. com at least one week prior for a supply list. […]
Back by popular demand! Join Rich Velletri for a hike to the wreckage of an old military aircraft that crashed in the early 1960s, and learn details of the fateful flight. This six mile round trip hike is rated as difficult and over mountainous rocky terrain, but has nice views. The route to the crash […]
Join us for Lynchburg Garden Day, part of Historic Garden Week (HGW)—Virginia’s beloved celebration of historic gardens, homes, and landmarks! We will step inside four private homes with breathtaking gardens, Visit Camp Kum-Ba-Yah (CKBY) Nature Center, featuring a flower-staged amphitheater set for a wedding, and stroll through six additional garden destinations. Wear comfy shoes, bring […]
