Stories From the Forest: Corey and Environmental Education
As we move toward the end of 2023, we’re taking a look back at some of the stories that defined the year. This week, Corey Hagen, our Director of Operations and Outreach, reflects on what makes Reflection Riding so special and his 18 years of developing environmental education programs.
Stories From the Forest: Haley and Native Plants
As we move toward the end of 2023, we’re taking a look back at some of the stories that defined the year. This week, Haley Hamblen, our Nursery Manager, reflects on her journey to Reflection Riding and the value of connection and community.
Stories from the Forest: Tish and the Red Wolves
As we move toward the end of 2023, we’re looking back at some of the stories that defined the year. This week, Tish Gailmard, our Learning and Engagement Specialist, reflects on the Red Wolf SAFE program and what the future looks like for our wildlife area.
Growing Our Network Thanks to You, Our Supporters
Our supporters have turned out in full force to support Reflection Riding’s work at several events over the last few months... and we just wanted to take a minute to thank you! When you invite your friends and introduce us to them, these events help us meet new people who fall in love with our work to reconnect people with nature.
Stories from the Forest: Taylor and Winnie the Barn Owl
As we move toward the end of 2023, we’re taking a look back at some of the stories that defined the year. This week, Taylor Berry, our Director of Avian Conservation, reflects on Winnie the barn owl’s serendipitous arrival at Reflection Riding and the impact she has had on his whole team.
Stories from the Forest: Mark McKnight
As we move toward the end of 2023, we’re taking a look back at some of the stories that defined the year. This week, Mark McKnight, our President/CEO, reflects on what excites him the most about our future at Reflection Riding.
Exclusive Poetry at this Saturday’s Campfire Concert
We are looking forward to our next campfire concert that will include an exclusive poetry reading by local poet Erika Roberts inspired by her time at Reflection Riding. Find out more about Erika’s work.
A Viral Mosaic
You may have noticed that we have removed some of our beautyberry and spicebush in our Native Plant Nursery and around the property. Learn about the mosaic virus that affected these plants and our efforts to limit the virus from spreading.
Campfire Concerts are Back!
We are thrilled to announce that our lineup for the fall 2023 Campfire Concerts series. Plus, season passes are now available!
Onto the Next Adventure!
Reflection Riding would like to give a big shout-out and thank you to everyone who made our 2023 Escape to Nature Summer Camp a huge success. This was our best summer yet! Learn more about what the campers did this summer - each week had a fun theme that inspired the campers to appreciate nature in different ways.
Reflections from Our Operations and Admin Summer Intern - Part II
Meet Hannah Grace, one of our Operations and Admin Interns this past summer. Read on for HG’s reflection on her time with us… We are so grateful for all the work she has done.
Reflections from Our Operations and Admin Summer Intern - Part I
Meet Finn, one of our Operations and Admin Interns this past summer. Read on for Finn’s reflection on her time with us.. We are so grateful for all the work she has done.
Reflections from the Annual Red Wolf Summit
Hear from our Wildlife Learning and Engagement Specialist, Tish Gailmard, on updates about the American Red Wolf after returning from the Annual Red Wolf Summit earlier this month.
A Week at Cullowhee Native Plant Conference
TN Valley Wild Ones graciously sponsored our Native Plant Nursery Manager, Haley, to attend the famous Cullowhee Native Plant Conference.
Campfire Concert Annual Pass for AGS Members
Did you know that nearly 55% of our annual revenue comes from donations and memberships from generous community members like you? Over the last year, we’ve heard again and again from our members asking how they can support our growth, and also letting us know that they love our campfire concert series. In response to that feedback, we have exciting news… Reflection Riding is offering annual passes to the Campfire Concert Series!
Reflections from a Native Landscape Apprentice
Hannah writes about her experience as a Native Landscape Apprentice.
Annual Report 2023
We are thrilled to share this 2022-2023 Annual Report. As we put together these stories that encapsulate the last year for Reflection Riding, we always come back to what an important role you play in our work. THANK YOU for all you’ve done for this special place and for all the support you’ll show us in the years to come.
We’re Making Progress on the Framework!
Thanks to generous community support, our framework for the Future is underway!
Free Tree ReLeaf Puts Native Trees into the Community
Over the last year, we’ve worked closely with EPB to create Free Tree ReLeaf, providing free trees to Chattanooga residents.