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SUMMARY:Saved By a Salamander Day
DESCRIPTION:Raising Awareness. Celebrating Success.\nConservation of the New River in Ashe County has a rich and successful history\, one that deserves to be remembered and celebrated. \nOn Saturday\, May 17th\, 2025 the New River Conservancy\, The Old Store at Grassy Creek\, and many other partners will host a day of events that not only share the story\, but teach us about conservation efforts that will help us enjoy the New River and its wonderful wildlife for years to come. \nWhy the name “Saved by a Salamander”? What does it mean? \nThe Old Store is located in Grassy Creek\, North Carolina on the northern border of Ashe County. One of the legends floating around Grassy Creek is that when the American Electric Power Company made plans to dam the New River and flood the Grassy Creek valley in the 1970s\, the obstacle that finally prevented them from doing so was a salamander. James Watson\, a member of The Old Store staff and avid herpetologist\, decided to dig into this story a little more. And what he learned was fascinating!  The Salamander in question was a hellbender and it might have played a role in saving Grassy Creek. \nThe rest of the story includes the designation of the New River as a scenic water way and the origins of the New River Conservancy. \nSaved by a Salamander Day tells the story and raises awareness of ways we can continue to support the conservation of this historic watershed for future generations. \n\nBoondocks Food Truck will be available on site\, as well as yummy goodies from The Old Store. \n \n \n 
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/saved-by-a-salamander/
LOCATION:The Old Store at Grassy Creek\, 710 Grassy Creek Rd.\, Grassy Creek\, NC\, 28631\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Carolina,Saved by a Salamander
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SUMMARY:All About the Hellbender
DESCRIPTION:Learn all about the famous Hellbender salamander! Also known affectionately as snot otter\, lasagna lizard\, devil dog\, etc.\, the Hellbender is one of the most secretive residents of the Appalachian area. They are the largest amphibians in the country\, reaching 29in in length. \nJoin us as Kelly McCoy from River Girl Fishing Co. tells us all about this amazing creature.
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/all-about-the-hellbender/
LOCATION:The Old Store at Grassy Creek\, 710 Grassy Creek Rd.\, Grassy Creek\, NC\, 28631\, United States
CATEGORIES:Saved by a Salamander
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SUMMARY:Counting Critters: Macroinvertebrates with Dr. Tuberty
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Shea Tuberty from Appalachian State University will lead us in a hands-on workshop to count macroinvertebrates in Grassy Creek\, a tributary of the New River\, and tell us what macroinvertebrates can tell us about water health. \nDon’t forget your creek shoes!
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/counting-critters-macroinvertebrates-with-dr-tuberty/
LOCATION:The Old Store at Grassy Creek\, 710 Grassy Creek Rd.\, Grassy Creek\, NC\, 28631\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Carolina,Saved by a Salamander
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SUMMARY:Bier Garden & Food Trucks
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Bier Garden and enjoy some amazing local brews and beverages. \nBoondocks (West Jefferson\, NC) food trucks will be onsite with some delicious dinner and treats.
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/bier-garden-food-trucks/
LOCATION:The Old Store at Grassy Creek\, 710 Grassy Creek Rd.\, Grassy Creek\, NC\, 28631\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Carolina,Saved by a Salamander
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SUMMARY:The Jeff Little Trio
DESCRIPTION:The Old Store is pleased to present a performance by the Jeff Little Trio to cap off Saved by a Salamander Day. The performance is free for everyone. \nWe have some seating\, but you might want to bring lawn chairs\, just in case. \nThe Jeff Little Trio \n“Jeff Little is a remarkable musician\, steeped in the tradition of his native Blue Ridge\, yet also a virtuosic and eclectic innovator.”– National Public Radio \n“Jeff Little tore the place apart with his wondrously quick and articulate piano style. He is always intelligent and richly melodic.”-The Boston Globe \n Jeff Little  \nJeff Little is an award-winning musician from the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. With few exceptions the piano does not play a prominent part in Americana or Appalachian music and is rarely the lead instrument. But Jeff Little is an exception and a remarkable one. Jeff has not only been recognized as a critically acclaimed musician but also a true music innovator. \nJeff as well as his trio stay busy traveling the country performing concerts with an energy and dedication to their music that is evident at every show. Performances include The Smithsonian Institution\, The National Folk Festival\, American Piano Masters\, The Barns of Wolf Trap and many theatres\, performing arts centers\, and festivals. Jeff has been featured on National Public Radio and PBS many times and has also taken his music around the world for the US Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs performing in Sri Lanka\, Bahrain\, Oman\, France and Tanzania. In 2014 Jeff was inducted into the Blue Ridge Music Hall of Fame. In addition\, Jeff is Artist in Residence for the Popular Music Program at Catawba College in Salisbury\, NC.  \nSteve Lewis \nSteve Lewis is an award – winning guitar and banjo player from Todd NC and is one of the most respected acoustic musicians in the country. Steve is well known for his flat picking on guitar and his mastery of the five – string banjo. Steve has won many championships for his guitar and banjo playing. Some of the prestigious events include the Walnut Valley Nationals\, Merlefest\, the Galax Old Time Fiddlers Convention\, Renofest and the Wayne Henderson Guitar Competition. Steve is also a two-time national champion on the banjo. \nLuke Little  \nLuke Little is a young and talented mandolin player whose musicianship and style expand well beyond his years. Luke’s performances include the National Folk Festival\, PBS Song of the Mountains\, The Richmond Folk Festival and The Moss Center for the Performing Arts at Virginia Tech. \nLearn about the Jeff Little Trio on their website.
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/the-jeff-little-trio/
LOCATION:Old Store at Grassy Creek\, 710 Grassy Creek Rd\, Grassy Creek\, 28631\, United States
CATEGORIES:Saved by a Salamander
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