Latest Past Events

Science at Sugarlands: Herbarium

The park’s herbarium houses thousands of plant specimens and other flora from around the park, from common trees to rare and endangered plants. Janie has been volunteering in the herbarium for decades now and she’ll tell you all about it!

  • Date: October 15, 2021
  • Timing: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
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Science at Sugarlands: Elk

Elk are native to the eastern US but were lost in the region due to overhunting. They were reintroduced into the park in 2002 and since then, their numbers have continued to climb. Learn about these incredible animals from Joseph Yarkovich, who studies them in the Smokies.

  • Date: September 17, 2021
  • Timing: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
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Great Smokies Eco-Adventure

Experience the Smokies like never before! Spend your days exploring the wilds of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and your nights glamorously camping off the grid. DLiA is partnering with A Walk in the Woods to bring you this exclusive 3-day, 2-night adventure that will include guided hikes and nature […]

  • Date: August 29, 2021
  • Timing: 12:00pm - 5:00pm
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