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Receive news straight to your inbox. The Arc of Appalachia has three email lists, which are described here. You will have the option to choose which list(s) you would like to subscribe to by clicking next to their names below.

  • Main news  - stories of the land, new acquisitions, natural history, summary of events (1-2 X a month)

  • Education – educational workshops and courses on natural history, nature retreats, special events ( 1 X a week)

  • Volunteer Opportunities – invitations to work on land stewardship and other volunteer work days (2-3 X a month).

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Subscribe to Telegram Groups

Stay connected with the Arc of Appalachia through our private Telegram groups! Receive real-time updates on seasonal splendors, nature discoveries, land acquisitions, hiking trail progress, and volunteer & education opportunities—right on your phone. Telegram is a secure, invitation-only platform that ensures your privacy and keeps conversations focused.

How to Join:

  1. Download Telegram: Search for "Telegram" or "Telegram Messenger" in your phone's app store and install the free app. Look for the blue circle with the white paper airplane on the logo.

  2. Set Up Your Account on your phone:

    • Open the app and enter your phone number.

    • Enter the verification code sent via text.

    • Provide all necessary information.

    • You will be asked to share your contacts. You may select “yes” or “no”. Please be aware if you select “no,” contacts will not be accessible and you will not be able to invite friends or use this app as a personal texting service.

  3. Join Our Chats: After setting up, click on the links below for the group you would like to join. Be sure to view this webpage on your phone to link to the chats.

    Arc Connection  - Real-time Nature Discoveries & Preserve News. Note that this chat is not interactive in order to shorten your viewing time. All of the other chats permit users to post.

    Volunteer Work Days - Postings of all Volunteer Opportunities‍ ‍

    Arc Education - Educational Event Announcements

    Arc Friends - for folks who want to share their nature discoveries freely with one another - those on Arc Preserves and anywhere else!

    Backyard Biome - share with those who are working to transform their backyard and rural properties into refuges of native biodiversity.

    Forest Keepers - learn how to care for your woodlands, with a special focus on invasive removal techniques

  4. Having Problems? Call us at 937-365-1935 and we’ll walk you through.

  5. Are you more computer-based than phone-based? Once Telegram is on your phone, their website will guide you how to add the app to your computer and you can view Telegram on the big screen.