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Stand of pure Fraser Fir in the Black Mt

Every species is a genius. 

At Snakeroot Ecotours, we seek the genius of each species and trace the relationships that make the Appalachian forest.

On our guided tours we invite you into astoundingly diverse habitats and reveal the mysteries of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Blue Ridge Mountaintop

We offer custom full-day outings, overnights, nature retreats, seasonal nature walks, and youth programs.

In spring we search out the best wildflower coves and conduct rare firefly tours. During the summer and fall, we hunt for rare orchids, spectacular mushrooms, and search for foxfire at night. Email for more details.

Fringed Orchid, Platanthera ciliaris

Orange Fringed Orchid

Platanthera ciliaris

Orchid Walks

May-August

Dutchman's Breeches (Dicentra cucullaria), seen on a Spring Ephemeral naturalist walk

Dutchman's Breeches

Dicentra cucullaria

Spring Ephemeral Walks

April-May

Yellow patches, Amanita flavaconia

Yellow patches

Amanita flavoconia

Fantastic Fungi

July-Sept

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