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Smokies Extends Comment Period for Campground Fee Proposal

Thursday, June 30, 2016

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Great Smoky Mountains National Park will continue accepting comments through July 12, 2016 on a proposal to increase fees at frontcountry campgrounds and picnic pavilions along with proposed changes to the management of three campgrounds by adding them to the national reservation system through Recreation.gov. The proposal, titled "Recreational Fee Proposal Information Document," has been available...
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Red River Gorge suspension bridge closed to public travel

Thursday, June 30, 2016

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The suspension bridge over Red River (in the Red River Gorge) is closed to public travel until further notice. A tree fell on the bridge during a wind storm and broke one of the suspension cables from its clamps. The bridge is unsafe to cross at this time. Repairs will require technical planning but will be made as quickly as possible. The Red River suspension bridge is part of the Sheltowee Trace...
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Join Friends of the Smokies and Take in the Views from Mt. Sterling

Wednesday, June 29, 2016

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Hike with Friends of the Smokies on Tuesday, July 12th and take in the views on a Classic Hike of the Smokies to the Mt. Sterling fire tower in Great Smoky Mountains National Park (GSMNP). The guided hike is led by outdoor enthusiast and author Danny Bernstein. The hike to Mt. Sterling is a strenuous 5.4 mile roundtrip hike with a total elevation gain of 2,000 ft. Sitting at an elevation of...
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National Park Service Announces New National Recreation and Water Trails

Friday, June 24, 2016

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U.S. Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell and National Park Service Director Jonathan B. Jarvis recently announced the designation of six local and state National Recreation Trails, adding more than 350 miles to the National Trails System. The proclamation also includes three National Water Trails, which adds more than 600 miles to the National Water Trails System. “By designating these new...
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Climbing a Tree to Study Black Bear Hibernation Behavior

Sunday, June 19, 2016

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I must confess, I have never heard of black bears hibernating in trees until seeing this video. Earlier this year the Great Smoky Mountains Association published this short video showing Great Smoky Mountains Wildlife Biologist, Ryan Williamson, climbing an old growth Buckeye tree to confirm that a female black bear, known to have 3 cubs, was denned in a hollowed out cavity inside the tree - roughly...
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Tennessee State Parks Asks Public Not to Move Firewood

Monday, June 13, 2016

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Tennessee State Parks, in partnership with the Department of Agriculture Division of Forestry and The Nature Conservancy, is advising the public of a new policy regarding bringing firewood into parks. Beginning this month, Tennessee State Parks will advise visitors to use certified heat-treated wood. The new policy aims to prevent or slow the introduction of exotic insects or diseases into parks...
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Cradle of Forestry Hosts Free Outdoor Activities on National Get Outdoors Day

Tuesday, June 7, 2016

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The Cradle of Forestry in America will celebrate National Get Outdoors Day on June 11th with outdoor skills demonstrations, activities and crafts. Admission to the site and all activities are free. The National Get Outdoors Day campaign encourages Americans, especially youth, to pursue healthy and active outdoor lifestyles, connect with nature, and embrace public lands. In this spirit, the Cradle...
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Clif Bar Issues Voluntary Recall of Three Flavors That May be Contaminated With Listeria

Sunday, June 5, 2016

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Clif Bar & Company is initiating a voluntary recall of CLIF BAR® Nuts & Seeds energy bars, CLIF BAR® Sierra Trail Mix energy bars, and CLIF® Mojo® Mountain Mix® trail mix bars, sold nationally, after its ingredient supplier, SunOpta, was found to have distributed sunflower kernels that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes (L.mono). Clif Bar has not received any reports of illness;...
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Celebrate National Trails Day at Shenandoah Tomorrow

Friday, June 3, 2016

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Celebrate American Hiking Society's National Trails Day® in Shenandoah National Park on Saturday, June 4, 2016. In partnership with Shenandoah National Park, the Potomac Appalachian Trail Club (PATC) invites new hikers and experienced backpackers to learn new trail skills at PATC Trail Patrol's "Beyond the Trailhead" event at Byrd Visitor Center (milepost 51 on Skyline Drive) from 9:15 am to 3:30...
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5 Unique Hikes for National Trails Day in Tennessee

Friday, June 3, 2016

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Looking for somewhere unique to hike this weekend? Why not celebrate National Trails Day on June 4th in Tennessee? All 56 state parks in Tennessee are offering hikes to recognize the importance that trails play in connecting us with each other and our environment. With that in mind, here are five hikes unique hikes on National Trails Day that will not disappoint: Norris Dam - 12:01 AM Hike Norris...
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Assault of Hiker Along the Blue Ridge Parkway Under Investigation

Thursday, June 2, 2016

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ISB Special Agents and US Park Rangers from the Blue Ridge Parkway are actively investigating a possible assault that occurred in the area of Craggy Gardens on Thursday afternoon, May 12th. Rangers and other emergency responders conducted a brief search for a hiker that was reportedly missing. She was found and taken to a local hospital for care. Investigators do not have reason to believe this...
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