Grandfather Presents: T. Edward Nickens

For more than three decades, Our State “Ramblin’ Man” columnist T. Edward Nickens has reported on conservation, the outdoors and Southern culture for some of the world’s most respected publications. He is editor-at-large and columnist for Field & Stream, contributing editor for Garden & Gun and Ducks Unlimited magazines, and editor-in-chief of Tail, the saltwater flyfishing magazine. His work has appeared in Smithsonian, National Geographic Adventure, Men’s Journal and many others. He splits time between Raleigh and Morehead City with one wife, two dogs, the occasional sightings of two grown children, 14 flyrods, three canoes, two powerboats and an indeterminate number of duck and goose decoys. His most recent book is “The Last Wild Road.”

Copies of this book will be on sale at Grandfather Mountain’s Wilson Center gift shop prior to the event and on July 24 during Grandfather Presents, as supplies last.

This event is hosted in part with Our State. Each month, Our State magazine celebrates the very best of N.C. through lively storytelling and stunning photography. Founded in 1933, Our State reflects the beauty, nature, nostalgia, travel, and food of the state. It’s the perfect source of information for those who have lived in N.C. all their lives, those who are just becoming acquainted with the state, or those looking to visit or relocate. Published by Mann Media, Inc., this award-winning magazine reaches more than a million readers each month, with subscribers in every state and 20 foreign countries. Learn more about Our State magazine by visiting ourstate.com.

Tickets go on sale online for this event here at 10 a.m. on Monday, May 19.

Bridge Club Members, click here to purchase “Presentation” tickets or “VIP Reception” tickets.
You will need to use your Bridge Club member number (located on your card below the barcode) to purchase.

Non-Bridge Club Members, click here to purchase “Presentation” tickets or “VIP Reception” tickets.

Grandfather Presents Schedule

• 8 a.m. for July and August events, 9 a.m. for September and October events | Grandfather Mountain opens for the day, and “VIP Reception” ticket holders are allowed access to the park. Your event ticket will be scanned at one of our ticket booths at the entrance gate.
• 4:45 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.
• 4:45 – 5:45 p.m. | Check-in for all event attendees near the front entrance of the Wilson Center (to receive your wristband for the event)
• 5 – 5:30 p.m. | “VIP” Reception in the Wilson Center (“VIP Reception” ticket holders only)
• 5:45 – 6:45 p.m. | Speaker presentation in the Classroom in the Clouds
• 6:45 – 7:30 p.m. | Meet-and-greet/book signing with speaker
• 7:45 p.m. | Park should be clear of all Grandfather Presents guests.

Grandfather Presents Tickets
Two tiers of ticket access are offered for Grandfather Presents events.

“VIP Reception” tickets include a VIP reception with the guest speaker that features heavy hors d’oeuvres, in addition to the program and the “meet-and-greet/book signing” session after the event. Admission to the park for the day is also included.

• $60 “VIP Reception” Adult
• $51 “VIP Reception” Bridge Club Member

(limited quantity available)

“Presentation” tickets are a more cost-effective option and include only the speaker’s program and the “meet-and-greet/book signing” session after the event.

• $25 “Presentation” Adult
• $20 “Presentation” Bridge Club Member
• Children under 12 are admitted free with a paying adult (maximum of four free children per purchase).

Refunds/Cancellations
Full refunds will be given to individuals who reach out to us at least five days before the event (midnight, July 19). This allows time for individuals on the waiting list to make accommodations to attend the event. To cancel your registration, please call 828-833-6332 Monday – Friday between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. or email judi@grandfather.com.