TVA Bioblitz- Worthington Cemetery Ecological Study Area

DLIA has partnered with TVA and regional scientists to engage people in a biological inventory of TVA’s public lands through BioBlitzes. Family friendly, no experience necessary, and free admission! These events incorporate field collection, specimen identification and education sessions. They offer an opportunity to get to know the biodiversity in our […]

  • Date: July 14, 2018
  • Timing: 5:00am - 12:00pm
  • Address: , .

Science at Sugarlands: Smokies Spiders and their Kin

Come out to Sugarlands Visitor Center to learn more about Smokies Spiders and their Kin with Kefyn Catley from Western Carolina University! 

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Science at Sugarlands is a reoccurring event that falls on the third Friday of each month starting in May and going through October, from 1-3 PM. Each month DLIA brings a regional scientist or researcher in to give a talk about their research and increase awareness of the biodiversity around us. This event is free to the public and family friendly. Please come out and join us to learn more about life that surrounds us all!

  • Date: July 20, 2018
  • Timing: 9:00am - 11:00am
  • Address: 107 Sugarlands Visitor Center Loop Rd, Gatlinburg.

Science at Sugarlands: The Problems and Solutions with our Hemlocks

Come out to Sugarlands Visitor Center to learn more about The Problems and Solutions with our Hemlocks with Jesse Webster from GSMNP — Each month DLIA brings a regional scientist or researcher in to give a talk about their research and increase awareness of the biodiversity around us. This event […]

  • Date: August 17, 2018
  • Timing: 9:00am - 11:00am
  • Address: 107 Sugarlands Visitor Center Loop Rd, Gatlinburg.

Science at Sugarlands: Butterflies and Caterpillars in the Smokies

Come out to Sugarlands Visitor Center to learn more about Butterflies and Caterpillars in the Smokies with Julie Elliott, a lepidopteran specialist. — Science at Sugarlands is a reoccurring event that falls on the third Friday of each month starting in May and going through October, from 1-3 PM. Each […]

  • Date: September 21, 2018
  • Timing: 9:00am - 11:00am
  • Address: 107 Sugarlands Visitor Center Loop Rd, Gatlinburg.

Great Smoky Mountains Salamander Ball

This family-friendly celebration Smokies biodiversity includes food, drink, and fun

  • Date: October 5, 2018
  • Timing: 5:00pm - 9:00pm
  • Address: 3500 Knoxville Zoo Drive, Knoxville.

Science at Sugarlands: Beetles of the Smokies

Come out to Sugarlands Visitor Center to learn more about Beetles of the Smokies with Claire Winfrey from The University of Tennessee. ___ Science at Sugarlands is a reoccurring event that falls on the third Friday of each month starting in May and going through October, from 1-3 PM. Each […]

  • Date: October 19, 2018
  • Timing: 9:00am - 11:00am
  • Address: 107 Sugarlands Visitor Center Loop Rd, Gatlinburg.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park Science Colloquium

Great Smoky Mountains National Park Science Colloquium Learn about research in the park This free, annual event highlights the research and conservation efforts being made in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Co-hosted by DLiA and GSMNP, this event is an excellent opportunity for members of the public to learn about […]

  • Date: March 7, 2019
  • Timing: 9:00am - 4:00pm
  • Address: 705 Cherokee Orchard Rd, Gatlinburg.

A Pint & A Purpose, a MINI of Knoxville Event

A Pint & A Purpose, a MINI of Knoxville Event Elkmont Exchange is generously donating $1 to DLiA for every pint they sell on Wednesday, May 1st! Come out any time that day to have a beer and support our work in the Smokies! We’ll have a special event from […]

  • Date: May 1, 2019
  • Timing: 5:00pm - 9:00pm
  • Address: 745 N Broadway, Knoxville.

BioBlitz @ Marbut Bend Trail

BioBlitz @ Marbut Bend Trail DLiA has partnered with TVA and regional scientists to engage people in a biological inventory of TVA’s public lands through BioBlitzes. Join us for this free, family-friendly event. It’s a fun, hand-on opportunity to learn about the flora and fauna in our area! No experience […]

  • Date: May 4, 2019
  • Timing: 9:00am - 1:00pm
  • Address: 26790-27208 Buck Island Rd, Elkmont.

Science at Sugarlands: Wildflowers

Wildflowers: Gems of the Smokies Janet Rock, retired Botanist, Great Smoky Mountains NP For more information about this free event and to register, please visit our main Science at Suglarlands page.

  • Date: May 17, 2019
  • Timing: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
  • Address: 107 Sugarlands Visitor Center Loop Rd, Gatlinburg.