Hosted by Grandfather Mountain, a panel discussion will explore nature’s resilience after Hurricane Helene. Meteorologist Brad Panovich will set the stage of the storm’s path and record-breaking impacts on our region. Panovich, wildlife biologist Marquette Crockett and geologist Philip Prince will speak on a panel to provide insights into key questions such as how the natural world changed because of Helene, what has been learned from the storm and what findings may still be to come. Moderated by Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation President and CEO Jesse Pope. Tickets are $50 for adults.
Grandfather Presents Schedule:
9 a.m. | Grandfather Mountain opens for the day, and active Bridge Club “Presentation” ticket holders are allowed access to the park if they’d like to make a day out of their experience. Your event ticket will be scanned at one of our ticket booths at the entrance gate.
3:30 p.m. | “Presentation” ticket holders are allowed to enter the park and are welcome to explore the Conservation Campus (Wilson Center, Mildred the Bear Environmental Habitats and more) prior to the speaker presentation. Your event ticket will be scanned at one of our ticket booths at the entrance gate.
3:30 – 4:15 p.m. | Check-in for all event attendees near the front entrance of the Wilson Center (to receive your wristband for the event)
4:15 – 5:30 p.m. | Speaker panel presentation in the Classroom in the Clouds (Marquette Crockett, Brad Panovich and Philip Prince, moderated by Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation President and CEO Jesse Pope)
5:30 – 6 p.m. | Break, Social Time, Heavy Hors d’oeuvres catered by Stonewalls
6 – 7 p.m. | Ben Cosgrove Concert
7:30 p.m. | Park should be clear of all Grandfather Presents guests