Science at Sugarlands: Safe Passage
Safe Passage: helping wildlife cross the I-40 Pigeon River Gorge Jeff Hunter, National Parks Conservation Association Safe Passage is a coalition of folks working to create safe crossings for wildlife to cross Interstate 40 and other roadways in the Smokies area. It’s also the subject of a book from Great […]
- Date: June 17, 2022
- Timing: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
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Bioblitz @ Nottely Tailwater Trail
Free, family friendly opportunity to learn about local animals and plants while contributing to science. Join Discover Life in America and the Tennessee Valley Authority at the Nottely Tailwater Trail at Nottely Dam, in Blairsville, Georgia. Register What’s a bioblitz? During a bioblitz, volunteers help document as many kinds of […]
- Date: June 24, 2022
- Timing: 6:00pm - 12:00pm
- Address: , .
Science at Sugarlands: African American Experience
The African American Experience in the Smokies: making the invisible visible Atalaya Dorfield, Great Smoky Mountains National Park Do you remember the time when you were sitting on the front porch with your grandparents, and they told you a story? Not just any story, but a story that made you […]
- Date: July 15, 2022
- Timing: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
- Address: , .
Science at Sugarlands: Nematodes
The fascinating world of nematodes Tom Powers, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Largely unseen, nematodes–also called round worms–are tiny creatures and they’re everywhere! Some help recycle nutrients in the soil and water, some are predators, and others are parasites of animals, plants and other living things. Together, they serve many important roles […]
- Date: August 19, 2022
- Timing: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
- Address: , .
Science at Sugarlands: Spring Wildflower Pilgrimage
The Spring Wildflower Pilgrimage: 72 years of public education in the Smokies Joey Shaw, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga The Spring Wildflower Pilgrimage is an annual event that draws in thousands of nature enthusiasts (“pilgrims”) to the area to attend expert-guided nature walks, hikes, and informational sessions celebrating the beauty […]
- Date: September 16, 2022
- Timing: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
- Address: , .
REI Co-op Class Series: Smokies Most Wanted
September 17th at 1pm ESTSmokies Most Wanted: Help Record Life in the Smokies! October 15th at 1pm ESTSmokies Most Wanted: Community Science for the Whole Family! November 19th at 1pm ESTSmokies Most Wanted: #OptOutside with iNaturalist! September 17th at 1pmSmokies Most Wanted: Help Record Life in the Smokies! In this […]
- Date: September 17, 2022
- Timing: 1:00pm - 2:30pm
- Address: 2655 Teaster Ln Suite 310, Pigeon Forge.
Record Life in the Smokies at Sugarlands Visitor Center
Join Discover Life in America at Sugarlands Visitor Center to learn about using iNaturalist and the Smokies Most Wanted Program! Help us record life in the Smokies as a community scientist! Use the iNaturalist app to record any animal, plant and other lifeform you find in the National Park. Want […]
- Date: September 22, 2022
- Timing: 10:00am - 2:00pm
- Address: 1420 Fighting Creek Gap Road, Gatlinburg.
National Public Lands Day Celebration!
Join Discover Life in America to “Record life in the Smokies” as part of our Smokies Most Wanted program at Oconoluftee Visitor Center in GSMNP! Established in 1994 and held annually on the fourth Saturday in September, National Public Lands Day is traditionally the nation’s largest single-day volunteer effort. It […]
- Date: September 24, 2022
- Timing: 9:00am - 9:00am
- Address: 1194 Newfound Gap Rd, Cherokee.
Salamander Ball on Wheels 2022
Come one, come all, to the Salamander Ball! Our third annual “Salamander Ball on Wheels” is an appreciation event to thank our volunteers, sponsors and supporters, past and present. Save the date October 7th for an evening of family-friendly fun and our featured movie, The Lorax at the Parkway Drive-in Movie Theater in Maryville, TN! […]
- Date: October 7, 2022
- Timing: 6:00pm - 9:30pm
- Address: 2909 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Maryville.
REI Co-op Class Series: Smokies Most Wanted
October 15th at 1pmSmokies Most Wanted: Community Science for the Whole Family Are you looking for new ways to make family outdoor adventures more fun and educational? In this program, you’ll learn how to use a nature app called iNaturalist to become community scientists! We will teach you and your […]
- Date: October 15, 2022
- Timing: 1:00am - 2:00pm
- Address: 2655 Teaster Ln Suite 310, Pigeon Forge.