Appalachian Curriculum, 1995

Author

Gibson; Lisa

Year

1995

Publisher

Appalachian State University

Language

English

Pages

Link

Last Update

20-Aug-2025

Keywords

Education

Description

Julian Price Memorial Park is not only one of the most scenic areas along the Blue Ridge Parkway, but also one of the more diverse. The variety of resources available here make it an appealing site for any class field trip. The area offers a large picnic area, campground, hiking trails, lakes, ponds, and streams, restrooms and seasonal boat rentals. The teachers in this project especially recommend the Julian Price Picnic Area, which harbors a Natural Heritage Area and visible beaver activity along Boone Fork Creek. The trail along Boone Fork is wide, flat, and accessible directly in the picnic...