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SUMMARY:Conservation on Tap
DESCRIPTION:Conservation on Tap is a monthly series hosted by Albright Grove Brewing Co. to benefit Discover Life in America\, Great Smoky Mountain National Park’s biological science and conservation partner. \n\n\n\nConservation on TapWednesday\, March 13th at 7pmTennGreen Land Conservancyat Albright Grove Brewing Company\, Knoxville\, TN \n\n\n\nFree! \n\n\n\nGO TENNGREEN! \n\n\n\nJoin TennGreen Land Conservancy Executive Director\, Alice Hudson Pell and Development Officer\, Nichole Hidalgo Jordan for a presentation on the important land conservation work done by the nonprofit organization in East Tennessee and around the state. TennGreen has protected over 50\,000 acres of land\, 194 miles of streams and rivers\, and habitat for 69 rare species. Nichole will also discuss TennGreen’s annual Hike-a-Thon\, a monthlong friendly competition where participants hike\, paddle\, climb\, run\, and bike for excellent prizes.
URL:https://dlia.org/event/conservation-on-tap-13/
LOCATION:Albright Grove Brewing Company\, 2924 Sutherland Ave\, Knoxville\, Tennessee\, 37919
CATEGORIES:Conservation on Tap
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SUMMARY:Moss and Bryophyte 'Blitz
DESCRIPTION:Meet at Sugarlands Visitor Center \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us to learn about and survey moss and bryophytes in Great Smoky Mountains National Park! This is a community science event that is open to all ages and skill levels. Volunteers will help DLiA staff to record moss and other non-vascular plants using the iNaturalist app!  We will cover about 3-4 miles on a moderate trail in GSMNP. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Email our volunteer coordinator\, Jaimie Matzko\, jaimie@dlia.org \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet the iNaturalist app.\n\n\n\nDownload the app. Log in. Try it out. \n\n\n\n\nANDROID\n\n\n\niOS
URL:https://dlia.org/event/moss-and-bryophyte-blitz/
LOCATION:Tennessee
CATEGORIES:Fun,Science,Volunteer
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SUMMARY:Great Smokies Eco-Adventure: April 21-23
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar for an immersive Smokies experience like none other! Spend your days exploring the wilds of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and your nights glamorously camping off the grid. DLiA and partner A Walk in the Woods bring you an exclusive 3-day\, 2-night adventure\, with expert-led nature hikes\, camping in a luxurious off-grid setting\, mouth-watering\, local food and drink\, and much more. All proceeds from this fundraising event will help DLiA discover and conserve the rich biodiversity of the Smokies. \n\n\n\nA Walk in the Woods has generously provided access to Camp Atagahi\, their staff\, and their Smokies expertise to make this event really shine! \n\n\n\nDLiA’s Will\, Jaimie\, and Todd will be your guides for the duration of the Eco-Adventure. They’re excited to be your gracious hosts and share their expert knowledge of the natural and cultural history of the Smokies! \n\n\n\nThe Great Smokies Eco-Adventure is a truly unique experience!  \n\n\n\n\nGuided hikes in Great Smoky Mountains National Park to learn about local flora and fauna\, including wildflowers and other plants\, pollinators and insects\, fungi and more!\n\n\n\nHike on a section of the legendary Appalachian Trail (AT)\n\n\n\nMorning bird-watching at camp\n\n\n\nGuided night hike to look for nocturnal creatures\, using a bat detector and UV flashlights.\n\n\n\nEvening campfires to share stories and s’mores\n\n\n\nFreshly prepared meals\, including beer and wine.\n\n\n\nLuxury Camping Accommodations\, including spacious tents with cots and mattress\n\n\n\nEnjoy hot showers after a day on the trail\n\n\n\n\n\nPurchase Tickets\n\n\n\n\nYo\n\n\n\nCamp Atagahi\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Great Smokies Eco-Adventure is co-hosted by Discover Life in America and A Walk in the Woods. As an award-winning\, locally owned and operated tour guide company\, A Walk in the Woods has been helping people get the most out of their Smoky Mountains experience for over 23 years\, serving over 100\,000 visitors along the way! \n\n\n\nAll meals are included with your ticket price\, prepared on site with local produce\, cheeses\, and other ingredients. Vegan and vegetarian options are available. Beer and wine are also provided as well as soft drinks of your choice. (We’ll inquire about your dietary restrictions and beverage choices close to the event.)  \n\n\n\n\n\nCamp Atagahi is A Walk in the Woods’ premiere off-grid camping facility located in a small valley just north of the National Park boundary between Pitman Center and Cosby\, Tennessee. It features a well-stocked off-grid commercial kitchen and excellent bathroom facility with running water\, flush toilets\, and hot showers. Guests are lulled to sleep at night by the babbling creek that flows through camp. Tents are spacious\, mounted on wooden platforms\, and feature a covered “front porch” area where you can sit and enjoy a glass of wine\, listening to the sounds of nature. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\nGuided Hikes in the Smokies\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Great Smokies Eco-Adventure in April features guided hikes during peak wildflower season in Great Smoky Mountains National Park (a short drive from Camp Atagahi). We’ll keep it slow and easy-going\, with lots of stops to admire and talk about the Smokies’ incredible biodiversity\, including native trees\, pollinating insects\, birds\, and more. We’ll also share our expert knowledge of the cultural history of the landscape. \n\n\n\nOur one-of-a-kind hikes will leave you with a new appreciation for the incredible variety of life in the Smokies region and they’re really fun\, too! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEco-Adventure Itinerary \n\n\n\nSunday\, April 21: Guests will meet in GSMNP at noon and enjoy light snacks and introductions. We’ll go on guided hike led by DLiA staff on the Twin Creeks Trail (Total trail mileage under 2 miles)  In the late afternoon\, we’ll get load up our gear and get transported to A Walk in the Woods’ private off-grid camp located near Cosby and settle into our not-too-rustic glamping accommodations. We’ll have drinks and a wholesome dinner. We’ll finish off with s’mores around a campfire.  \n\n\n\nMonday\, April 22:  We’ll have locally-sourced coffee and a hot breakfast at camp and pack sack lunches. We’ll then head to the Greenbrier area in GSMNP on our hike to Fern Branch Falls on the Porter’s Creek trail. This hike is 4 miles round-trip and is considered moderate. We’ll arrive back at camp by late afternoon and enjoy southern fixins’ around the campfire. If you’re up for it\, we’ll go for a night hike at the camp to look for nocturnal critters.  \n\n\n\nTuesday\, April 23: We’ll start with a hot breakfast\, pack sack lunches\, and pack up our gear.  If the conditions and views are favorable\, we head up to the high elevations in the park for a hike along the infamous Appalachian Trail. We’ll finish up around 4 pm. We’ll say our goodbyes and guests will depart. \n\n\n\n Please note: The itinerary may change due to weather conditions\, park closures or at the discretion of DLIA. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPurchase Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets: $950 per person\n\n\n\nYour ticket purchase supports Discover Life in America (a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization)\, helping us continue our work as a partner of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Tickets are $950 per person\, which includes accommodations\, food and alcohol\, as well as expert-guided nature hikes. \n\n\n\nPricing is based on double occupancy of tents\, so if you are traveling alone\, you may be assigned to share a tent with someone of the same gender. \n\n\n\nREGISTRATION CLOSES: April 1\, 2024 \n\n\n\nCANCELLATION POLICY: Full payment is due upon ticket purchase. If you decide to cancel your spot\, we will refund your ticket only if we are able to sell your ticket. No refunds will be given after registration closes on April 1st.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat will your ticket purchase support\n\n\n\n\nBiodiversity research in the Smokies\n\n\n\nOur biology interships…\n\n\n\n…and photo/videography internships\n\n\n\nBiodiversity education\n\n\n\nPublic engagement through community science\n\n\n\nConservation of creatures great and small in the Smokies\n\n\n\n\nSpecifically\, you’ll help support\n\n\n\n\nresearch with the All Taxa Biodiversity Inventory\, aimed at cataloging\, understanding\, and ultimately conserving the 21\,000+ species that call the Smokies home\n\n\n\nour world-class summer internship program\, where we train the next generation of scientists and nature advocates through an immersive experience in the Smokies\n\n\n\nour educational programming in and around Great Smoky Mountains NP\, fostering nature literacy among our community ( iScience and Smokies Most Wanted)\n\n\n\nand much more!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nELECTRICITY AND CELL SERVICE: There is no electricity at Camp Atagahi other than a battery back that you may use to charge your phone. There is little to no cell reception at the Camp and in the National Park. Please plan accordingly. If you use a CPAP machine to sleep\, you may consider purchasing an appropriate battery pack to power that device during the event. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFAQs\n\n\n\nQ. What is the expected weather? \n\n\n\nApril in the Smokies is usually mild\, with daytime temperatures reaching the 50s and 60s\, and nighttime sometimes approaching the freezing mark. It’s best to wear layers that you can shed if it’s warm or pile on for those cool nights. But this of course varies from year to year. The region does receive lots of rain (which fuels the growth of all those wildflowers)\, so be sure to pack a rain jacket or poncho. \n\n\n\nQ. How many people will be in attendance? \n\n\n\nSpace is limited to 15 attendees at the eco-camp where we’ll be staying (2 people per tent with 10 tents). This is a nice group size that permits lots of one-on-one interaction with your guides. \n\n\n\nQ. If don’t consider myself a serious hiker\, will I be able to keep up? \n\n\n\nOur hikes are very much tailored to the abilities and interests of the group and generally follow a leisurely pace as we stop and look at insects\, mushrooms\, and lots of other sights to see. As long as you are able to walk around 4 miles over several hours\, you should be fine. \n\n\n\nQ. If I come to the Eco-Adventure alone\, will I have to share a tent? \n\n\n\nThe ticket price for this event is based on double occupancy\, so expect that singletons may be paired with another same-gender singleton. This is a fantastic opportunity to meet a fellow nature lover and future friend! \n\n\n\nQ. What is included in the ticket price? \n\n\n\nThe ticket price includes all accommodations\, food (including vegetarian and vegan options)\, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages\, and expert-led hikes from noon Sunday through Tuesday afternoon. \n\n\n\nQ. What do I need to bring? \n\n\n\nPlease bring a sleeping bag\, towel\, day pack and wear sturdy hiking shoes\, rain gear and cool weather clothing. Also\, please bring a well-fitting face mask. Tents\, cots\, sleeping pads\, and other basics are all provided. You can find a full list of required and recommended items above on this page. Attendees will receive additional information via email prior to the event. \n\n\n\nQ. Will there be electricity or cell service at the camp? \n\n\n\nCamp Atagahi does not have grid electricity\, however\, we will provide a battery back that you can use to charge your cell phone and other small electronics. There is little to no cell signal in the area. The Eco-Adventure is a great chance to step away from the busy world and enjoy some screen-free time in nature! \n\n\n\nQ. If I have any other questions\, who should I contact? \n\n\n\nPlease contact DLiA’s Biodiversity Program Specialist\, Jaimie Matzko\, at jaimie@dlia.org and she’ll be happy to answer your questions about the Eco-Adventure. You can also visit dlia.org to learn more about DLiA’s work in the Smokies.
URL:https://dlia.org/event/spring-adventure-2024/
LOCATION:Tennessee
CATEGORIES:Fun,Fundraiser,Science
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SUMMARY:High Elevation Pollinator 'Blitz
DESCRIPTION:Questions? Email our volunteer coordinator\, Jaimie Matzko\, jaimie@dlia.org \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet the iNaturalist app.\n\n\n\nDownload the app. Log in. Try it out. \n\n\n\n\nANDROID\n\n\n\niOS
URL:https://dlia.org/event/high-elevation-pollinator-blitz/
LOCATION:Tennessee
CATEGORIES:Bioblitz,Education,Science,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240517T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T170000
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SUMMARY:Needmore BioBlitz
DESCRIPTION:WANDER THE NEEDMORE WITH AN ENTOURAGE OF LOCAL EXPERTS!\n\n\n\nThis spring\, Mainspring is hosting a Bioblitz in the Brush Creek area of the Needmore Game Lands in partnership with Highlands Biological Station\, Highlands Biological Foundation\, and Discover Life in America! A Bioblitz is a sort of “biological census\,” aiming to capture a snapshot of all the species living in a particular area. \n\n\n\nEach day of this event (Friday 5/17\, Saturday 5/18\, and Sunday 5/19)\, local experts will lead multi-hour mini-expeditions along waterways\, through meadows\, and in the forest\, seeking particular species or taxa. Choose your own participation level– come all day\, attend one session per day\, or participate in just one or two sessions over the weekend! Beginner naturalists are welcome at this event\, let’s learn as we go! \n\n\n\nObservations collected during this event will help drive future conservation in this area\, fill gaps in scientific knowledge\, and maybe even document a critter that hasn’t been observed here before! Want to meander through this beautiful area while searching for and learning about mushrooms\, fireflies\, rare plants\, and more with these scientists? Check out Friday’s schedule below\, then fill out the form at the bottom of this page to secure your spot! Find more details about the sessions and their leaders below the form at the very bottom of the page. Email Skye with questions. \n\n\n\nOTHER IMPORTANT INFO: \n\n\n\n\nExertion varies per session: some sessions may be easy walks along the road while others may involve traipsing through the woods off-trail. In general\, wear sturdy shoes\, bring a snack and plenty of water\, and be prepared to walk 2-3 miles. For accessibility-related questions\, email Skye.\n\n\n\nAll sessions will leave from Lower Needmore Rd in the Needmore Game Lands near Bryson City\, either from the Brush Creek Access Area or past the swinging bridge. Exact meeting location and directions will be sent out in the week leading up to the event.\n\n\n\nPlease download and login to the iNaturalist app before this event. We will be using this app to record our observations. If you have never used iNaturalist\, here is a brief tutorial.\n\n\n\nA bagged lunch will be provided free of charge to any participant who wants it.
URL:https://dlia.org/event/needmore-bioblitz/
LOCATION:Tennessee
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SUMMARY:Fireflies at Norton Creek: Candlelight Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Take your firefly experience to the next level with an over-the-top\, extravagant evening centered around the Smokies’ famous synchronous fireflies.Join us for the Candlelight Dinner: Fireflies at Norton Creek for a special dinner and drinks prepared by Dollywood Resorts executive chef and team beginning at the award-winning Heartsong Resort and Lodge and concluding with synchronous firefly viewing at Norton Creek private reserve. \n\n\n\nThe evening will begin at 5:30pm with signature cocktails\, full bar and hors d’oeuvres in the Acoustic Lobby at the Heartsong Lodge and Resort. This exclusive dining space is a nod to Dolly and a musical career that spans seven decades. Guests will then be treated to a full-course\, candlelight dinner will be served at one of the Heartsong Lodge’s spectacular outdoor dinner venue. \n\n\n\nAfter the delectable meal\, guests will then caravan from the Heartsong Resort and Lodge to the private reserve at Norton Creek to conclude the evening with a guided viewing of the magnificent synchronous fireflies that call Norton Creek home\, and their other bioluminescent brethren\, including blue ghost fireflies and other glowing insects. \n\n\n\nINCLUDES full bar with signature cocktails\, special dinner\, virtual auction\, and guided firefly viewing. Tickets are $750 per person; quantity is limited.Fireflies at Norton Creek: Candlelight Dinner guests will receive discount pricing for a stay at Dollywood’s HeartSong Lodge and Resort\, June 7-9\, 2024. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBuy Tickets here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBook your stay at Dollywood’s HeartSong Lodge & Resort\, designed to bring that intangible feeling to life\, honor everything that makes the Smokies special\, and invite you to experience the wonders of finding your own heartsong.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Acoustic Lobby features an array of design elements inspired by Dolly’s life and career\, including a guitar-shaped chandelier\, as well as a selection of her personal treasures. This exclusive dining space is a nod to Dolly and a musical career that spans seven decades. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSynchronous fireflies’ woodland display //Abbott Nature\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSynchronous firefly adult //Abbott Nature\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReserve your tickets now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat will your ticket purchase support?\n\n\n\n\nBiodiversity research in the Smokies\n\n\n\nOur biology interships…\n\n\n\n…and photo/videography internships\n\n\n\nBiodiversity education\n\n\n\nPublic engagement through community science\n\n\n\nConservation of creatures great and small in the Smokies\n\n\n\n\nSpecifically\, you’ll help support\n\n\n\n\nresearch with the All Taxa Biodiversity Inventory\, aimed at cataloging\, understanding\, and ultimately conserving the 21\,000+ species that call the Smokies home\n\n\n\nour world-class summer internship program\, where we train the next generation of scientists and nature advocates through an immersive experience in the Smokies\n\n\n\nour educational programming in and around Great Smoky Mountains NP\, fostering nature literacy among our community ( iScience and Smokies Most Wanted)\n\n\n\nand much more!\n\n\n\n\nLocation: Main parking lot at Heartsong Lodge and Resort
URL:https://dlia.org/event/candlelight-dinner/
LOCATION:Tennessee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T203000
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SUMMARY:Conservation on Tap
DESCRIPTION:Join Great Smoky Mountains National Park spokesperson Emily Davis for a summer update on what’s happening in the park. Emily will cover topics like the new parking fees\, bear population\, staffing\, trail projects\, and much more! \n\n\n\nConservation on Tap is a monthly series hosted by Albright Grove Brewing Co. to benefit Discover Life in America\, Great Smoky Mountain National Park’s biological science and conservation partner. \n\n\n\nConservation on Tap is a monthly series hosted by Albright Grove Brewing Co. to benefit Discover Life in America\, Great Smoky Mountain National Park’s biological science and conservation partner.
URL:https://dlia.org/event/conservation-on-tap-14/
LOCATION:Albright Grove Brewing Company\, 2924 Sutherland Ave\, Knoxville\, Tennessee\, 37919
CATEGORIES:Conservation on Tap,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240624T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240624T230000
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SUMMARY:Cades Cove Firefly Survey
DESCRIPTION:Join us to survey fireflies in Cades Cove on June 24th from 7pm to 11pm EST\, meeting at the Cades Cove Ranger Station.  There are 19 species of fireflies in Great Smoky Mountains National Park! Volunteers will assist DLiA staff document firefly species in Cades Cove for the Smokies All Taxa Biodiversity Inventory.  \n\n\n\nThis event will require volunteers to walk/hike through the fields in Cades Cove\, after dark. No flashlights will be used when documenting and recording activity. No prior experience is required and families are welcome\, although this volunteer activity is not recommended for children under the age of 14.  \n\n\n\nQuestions? Email our volunteer coordinator\, Jaimie Matzko\, jaimie@dlia.org \n\n\n\nRegistration is now full! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet the iNaturalist app.\n\n\n\nDownload the app. Log in. Try it out. \n\n\n\n\nANDROID\n\n\n\niOS
URL:https://dlia.org/event/cades-cove-firefly-survey/
LOCATION:Tennessee
CATEGORIES:Bioblitz,Education,Science,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T120000
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UID:7891-1719597600-1719662400@dlia.org
SUMMARY:Cherokee Dam BioBlitz
DESCRIPTION: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 Cherokee Dam Park-Picnic Area in Jefferson City! \n\n\n\nTwo chances to ‘blitz!\n\n\n\nFriday\, June 28th from 6pm to 10pm: Join us for an evening of discoveries…we will continue in the dark\, as we will set up a black light to monitor insect populations! \n\n\n\nSaturday\, June 29th from 8am to 12pm: The morning is a great time to look for birds and we will continue to look for other flora and fauna throughout the morning! \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\nWhere? \n\n\n\nCherokee Dam Park-Picnic area  \n\n\n\n1015 Tva Pkwy\, Jefferson City\, TN 37760 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat’s a bioblitz? \n\n\n\nDuring a bioblitz\, volunteers help document as many kinds of animals\, plants\, and other organisms as we can find in a specific area. It’s also an opportunity for you to be a community scientist\, gathering real scientific data\, while also learning about the local flora and fauna living around you. We will be walking the trails\, looking for bugs\, flowers\, salamanders\, and other living organisms. We’ll photograph them with our phones and post pictures to our iNaturalist project. We’ll have experts on hand to guide small groups point out interesting facts about the organisms we see\, and teach you how to use the iNaturalist app. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat will we be doing?\n\n\n\nWalking the trails\, looking for bugs\, flowers\, salamanders\, and anything else we can find. We’ll photograph them with our phones and post pictures to our iNaturalist project. It’ll be a fun morning of outdoor time in a gorgeous natural space and we’ll have experts on hand to guide small groups around the trail and point out interesting facts about the organisms we see. \n\n\n\nAfterward you can see what kind of organisms we found by visiting the project on iNaturalist\, which will be left up indefinitely. We encourage you to revisit the Loyston Point trails and post what you find! Making iNaturalist observations helps TVA know what’s out there so they can better manage and protect these public lands. \n\n\n\nBefore the event\n\n\n\n\nDownload iNaturalist to your phone (it’s free!)\n\n\n\nFollow prompts in the app to create an iNaturalist account\n\n\n\nBring water and some snacks (we’ll also provide water)\n\n\n\nWear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes for hiking\n\n\n\n\n\nGet the iNaturalist app.\n\n\n\nDownload the app. Log in. Try it out. \n\n\n\n\nANDROID\n\n\n\niOS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFree
URL:https://dlia.org/event/cherokee-dam-bioblitz/
LOCATION:Tennessee
CATEGORIES:Bioblitz,Kid Friendly,Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143137
CREATED:20240712T142347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T202635Z
UID:8078-1723662000-1723665600@dlia.org
SUMMARY:Conservation on Tap
DESCRIPTION:Conservation on TapAugust 14 at 7.00 p.m.Albright Grove Brewing Company in Knoxville \n\n\n\nFree! \n\n\n\nKnoxville Environmental Law Partners and UT College of Law\, Environmental Law Organization \n\n\n\nWant to learn how you can take legal action to protect the environment in your community\, even if you’re not a lawyer? \n\n\n\nPlease join representatives from KELP (Knoxville Environmental Law Partners) and students in the UT College of Law\, Environmental Law Organization who are going to present about the upcoming Appalachian Public Interest and Environmental Law Conference (APIEL). \n\n\n\nAPIEL is an annual gathering of lawyers\, scientists\, students\, and members of the general public to discuss environmental issues and happenings in Appalachia\, public policy\, and grassroots initiatives. We aim to create a dialogue between lawyers\, activists\, and scientists on the local areas of need and foster engagement within the community to be forces of change in the legal realm. \n\n\n\nLearn more about the APIEL conference at: https://law.utk.edu/annual-apiel-conference/ \n\n\n\nProceeds benefit KELP and Discover Life in America\, the science and biodiversity partner for Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Learn more at dlia.org.
URL:https://dlia.org/event/conservation-on-tap-15/
LOCATION:Tennessee
CATEGORIES:Conservation on Tap
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143137
CREATED:20240712T143422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T172009Z
UID:8083-1726081200-1726086600@dlia.org
SUMMARY:Conservation on Tap
DESCRIPTION:Conservation on Tap\n\n\n\nWhen? September 11\, 7.00 p.m.Where? Albright Grove Brewing Company in Knoxville \n\n\n\nFree! \n\n\n\nKnoxville Recycles! \n\n\n\nJoin Keep Knoxville Beautiful to learn more about how and where to recycle in Knoxville. What can be recycled? What can’t. What about hazardous waste? What really happens to all that stuff in the recycling bin? Plus\, learn about all the other new and innovative projects KKB is involved with. \n\n\n\nConservation on Tap is a monthly series hosted by Albright Grove Brewing Co. to benefit Discover Life in America\, Great Smoky Mountain National Park’s biological science and conservation partner.
URL:https://dlia.org/event/conservation-on-tap-16/
LOCATION:Tennessee
CATEGORIES:Conservation on Tap,Fundraiser
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143137
CREATED:20240809T142506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T144112Z
UID:8116-1726822800-1726833600@dlia.org
SUMMARY:BioBlitz at Seven Islands State Birding Park
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a BioBlitz on Friday\, September 20 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. organized by Discover Life in America and Seven Islands State Birding Park. This is a free and family-friendly event to participate in community science and learn about nature! \n\n\n\n\n🤳Learn how to use the free community science iNaturalist app\, to document and identify life—anywhere in the world!\n\n\n\n🔍Join guided hikes with expert naturalists from Discover Life in America and Seven Islands State Birding Park!\n\n\n\n🌳Meet others in your community who also love to learn about nature!\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat’s a bioblitz?\n\n\n\nDuring a bioblitz\, volunteers help document as many kinds of animals\, plants\, and other organisms as we can find in a specific area. It’s also an opportunity for you to be a community scientist\, gathering real scientific data\, while also learning about the local flora and fauna living around you. We will be walking the trails\, looking for bugs\, flowers\, salamanders\, and other living organisms. We’ll photograph them with our phones and post pictures to our iNaturalist project. We’ll have experts on hand to guide small groups point out interesting facts about the organisms we see\, and teach you how to use the iNaturalist app. \n\n\n\nWhat will we be doing?\n\n\n\nWalking the trails\, looking for bugs\, flowers\, salamanders\, and anything else we can find. We’ll photograph them with our phones and post pictures to our iNaturalist project. It’ll be a fun morning of outdoor time in a gorgeous natural space and we’ll have experts on hand to guide small groups around the trail and point out interesting facts about the organisms we see. \n\n\n\nAfterward you can see what kind of organisms we found by visiting the project on iNaturalist\, which will be left up indefinitely. We encourage you to revisit the Loyston Point trails and post what you find! Making iNaturalist observations helps TVA know what’s out there so they can better manage and protect these public lands. \n\n\n\nBefore the event\n\n\n\n\nDownload iNaturalist to your phone (it’s free!)\n\n\n\nFollow prompts in the app to create an iNaturalist account\n\n\n\nBring water and some snacks (we’ll also provide water)\n\n\n\nWear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes for hiking\n\n\n\n\n\nGet the iNaturalist app.\n\n\n\nDownload the app. Log in. Try it out. \n\n\n\n\nANDROID\n\n\n\niOS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFree
URL:https://dlia.org/event/bioblitz-seven-islands/
LOCATION:Tennessee
CATEGORIES:Bioblitz,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143137
CREATED:20240910T165016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T135223Z
UID:8171-1728036000-1728054000@dlia.org
SUMMARY:Monarch Tagging in the Cataloochee Valley
DESCRIPTION:Canceled: The Monarch tagging event is canceled in response to the catastrophic storm damage in North Carolina and Tennessee. We hope to try again in 2025.  \n\n\n\nHurricane Helene has completely devastated our region beyond comprehension. I know many of you have impacted directly or indirectly. If you are in a position to volunteer or give for relief efforts\, here are some ways to help:  \n\n\n\nTennessee: https://www.tn.gov/volunteer-tennessee/disaster-services.html \n\n\n\nNorth Carolina: https://www.ncvoad.org/ \n\n\n\nQuestions? Email our volunteer coordinator\, Jaimie Matzko\, jaimie@dlia.org
URL:https://dlia.org/event/monarch-tagging-in-the-cataloochee-valley/
LOCATION:Tennessee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143137
CREATED:20240805T204810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T193616Z
UID:8108-1729072800-1729090800@dlia.org
SUMMARY:Continental MycoBlitz
DESCRIPTION:Want to learn more about mushrooms and fungi in Great Smoky Mountains National Park and participate in community science? \n\n\n\nJoin us on Wednesday\, October 16 to participate in a “MycoBlitz” to document and collect fungi for DNA sequencing for the Smokies All Taxa Biodiversity Inventory and the Fall North America Continental MycoBlitz! \n\n\n\nRegister on our website: dlia.org/volunteering \n\n\n\nQuestions? Email our volunteer coordinator\, Jaimie Matzko\, jaimie@dlia.org \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\nWhere? 1316 Cherokee Orchard Road\, Gatlinburg TN 37738 \n\n\n\nDiscover Life in America office at Twin Creeks (see google map directions below)
URL:https://dlia.org/event/continental-mycoblitz/
LOCATION:Information Kiosk Parking
CATEGORIES:Bioblitz,Education,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143137
CREATED:20240927T201840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T201843Z
UID:8191-1729796400-1729796400@dlia.org
SUMMARY:Conservation on Tap
DESCRIPTION:Conservation on TapThursday\, October 24th at 7 p.m.Albright Grove Brewing Company \n\n\n\nBat Conservation in East Tennessee with Liz Hamrick and friends \n\n\n\nJoin us for a Halloween-themed Conservation on Tap to learn about bats from Tennessee Valley Authority bat specialist\, Liz Hamrick and friends!  \n\n\n\nDress up as your favorite species and compete in our costume contest with prizes. \n\n\n\nProceeds benefit Discover Life in America\, the nonprofit science partner of Great Smoky Mountains National Park! 
URL:https://dlia.org/event/conservation-on-tap-17/
LOCATION:Albright Grove Brewing Company\, 2924 Sutherland Ave\, Knoxville\, Tennessee\, 37919
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241027T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143137
CREATED:20231121T165551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T134009Z
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SUMMARY:Great Smokies Eco-Adventure: Oct 27-29
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar for an immersive Smokies experience like none other! Spend your days exploring the wilds of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and your nights glamorously camping off the grid. DLiA and partner A Walk in the Woods bring you a 3-day\, 2-night adventure\, with expert-led nature hikes\, camping in a luxurious off-grid setting\, mouth-watering\, local food and drink\, and much more. All proceeds from this fundraising event will help DLiA discover and conserve the rich biodiversity of the Smokies. \n\n\n\nA Walk in the Woods has generously provided access to Camp Atagahi\, their staff\, and their Smokies expertise to make this event really shine! \n\n\n\nDLiA’s Will\, Jaimie\, and Todd will be your guides for the duration of the Eco-Adventure. They’re excited to be your gracious hosts and share their expert knowledge of the natural and cultural history of the Smokies! \n\n\n\nThe Great Smokies Eco-Adventure is a truly unique experience! \n\n\n\n🍁 Guided nature hikes in Great Smoky Mountains National Park\, including a section of the famous Appalachian Trail (AT). \n\n\n\n🔦 Guided night hike to look for nocturnal creatures using a bat detector and UV flashlights. \n\n\n\n🔥 Evening campfires to share stories and s’mores. \n\n\n\n🍴 Locally-sourced meals (vegan and gluten-free alternatives available) signature cocktails\, mocktails\, beer and wine included. \n\n\n\n⛺ Cozy camping accommodations\, including spacious tents with cots and mattresses and a bath house with hot showers and flush toilets. \n\n\n\n\nPurchase Tickets\n\n\n\n\nYo\n\n\n\n\n\nFounded in 2010\, Ole Smoky Distillery is the leading craft distiller in the U.S. and the first federally licensed distillery in the history of East Tennessee. At the fall Eco-Adventure\, the company will provide Harvest Ginger signature cocktails featuring its award-winning Apple Pie Moonshine as well as a non-alcoholic mocktailoption. Learn more at olesmoky.com \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCamp Atagahi\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Great Smokies Eco-Adventure is co-hosted by Discover Life in America and A Walk in the Woods. As an award-winning\, locally owned and operated tour guide company\, A Walk in the Woods has been helping people get the most out of their Smoky Mountains experience for over 23 years\, serving over 100\,000 visitors along the way! \n\n\n\nAll meals are included with your ticket price\, prepared on site with local produce\, cheeses\, and other ingredients. Vegan and vegetarian options are available. Beer and wine are also provided as well as soft drinks of your choice. (We’ll inquire about your dietary restrictions and beverage choices close to the event.)Guided hikes in the Smokies \n\n\n\n\n\nCamp Atagahi is A Walk in the Woods’ premiere off-grid camping facility located in a small valley just north of the National Park boundary between Pitman Center and Cosby\, Tennessee. It features a well-stocked off-grid commercial kitchen and excellent bathroom facility with running water\, flush toilets\, and hot showers. Guests are lulled to sleep at night by the babbling creek that flows through camp. Tents are spacious\, mounted on wooden platforms\, and feature a covered “front porch” area where you can sit and enjoy a glass of wine\, listening to the sounds of nature. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGuided Hikes in the Smokies\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Fall Smokies Eco-Adventure features guided hikes during peak leaf foliage season in Great Smoky Mountains National Park (a short drive from Camp Atagahi). We’ll keep it slow and easy-going\, with lots of stops to admire and talk about the Smokies’ incredible biodiversity\, including native trees\, pollinating insects\, birds\, and more. We’ll also share our expert knowledge of the cultural history of the landscape. \n\n\n\nOur one-of-a-kind hikes will leave you with a new appreciation for the incredible variety of life in the Smokies region and they’re really fun\, too! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEco-Adventure Itinerary \n\n\n\nSunday\, October 27: Guests will meet at the DLiA office at noon and enjoy light snacks and introductions. We’ll go on guided hike led by DLiA staff on the Twin Creeks Trail (Total trail mileage under 2 miles)  In the late afternoon\, we’ll get load up our gear and get transported to A Walk in the Woods’ private off-grid camp located near Cosby and settle into our not-too-rustic glamping accommodations. We’ll have drinks and a wholesome dinner and finish off with s’mores around a campfire.  \n\n\n\nMonday\, October 28:  We’ll have locally-sourced coffee and a hot breakfast at camp and pack sack lunches. We’ll then head to the Greenbrier area in GSMNP on our hike to Fern Branch Falls on the Porter’s Creek trail. This hike is 4 miles round-trip and is considered moderate. We’ll arrive back at camp by late afternoon and enjoy southern fixins’ around the campfire. If you’re up for it\, we’ll go for a night hike at the camp to look for nocturnal critters.  \n\n\n\nTuesday\, October 29: We’ll start with a hot breakfast\, pack sack lunches\, and pack up our gear.  If the conditions and views are favorable\, we head up to the high elevations in the park for a hike on the infamous Appalachian Trail (AT). We’ll finish up around 4 pm. We’ll say our goodbyes and guests will depart. \n\n\n\n Please note: The itinerary may change due to weather conditions\, park closures or at the discretion of DLIA. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPurchase Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets: $950 per person\n\n\n\nYour ticket purchase supports Discover Life in America (a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization)\, helping us continue our work as a partner of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Tickets are $950 per person\, which includes accommodations\, food and alcohol\, as well as expert-guided nature hikes. \n\n\n\nPricing is based on double occupancy of tents\, so if you are traveling alone\, you may be assigned to share a tent with someone of the same gender. \n\n\n\nREGISTRATION CLOSES: Oct 1st\, 2024 \n\n\n\nCANCELLATION POLICY: Full payment is due upon ticket purchase. If you decide to cancel your spot\, we will refund your ticket only if we are able to sell your ticket. No refunds will be given after registration closes on October 1.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat will your ticket purchase support\n\n\n\n\nBiodiversity research in the Smokies\n\n\n\nOur biology interships…\n\n\n\n…and photo/videography internships\n\n\n\nBiodiversity education\n\n\n\nPublic engagement through community science\n\n\n\nConservation of creatures great and small in the Smokies\n\n\n\n\nSpecifically\, you’ll help support\n\n\n\n\nResearch with the All Taxa Biodiversity Inventory\, aimed at cataloging\, understanding\, and ultimately conserving the 21\,000+ species that call the Smokies home.\n\n\n\nour world-class summer internship program\, where we train the next generation of scientists and nature advocates through an immersive experience in the Smokies.\n\n\n\nour educational programming in and around Great Smoky Mountains NP\, fostering nature literacy among our community ( iScience and Smokies Most Wanted)\n\n\n\nand much more!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nELECTRICITY AND CELL SERVICE: There is no electricity at Camp Atagahi other than a battery pack that you may use to charge your phone. There is little to no cell reception at the Camp and in the National Park. Please plan accordingly. If you use a CPAP machine to sleep\, you may consider purchasing an appropriate battery pack to power that device during the event. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFAQs\n\n\n\nQ. What is the expected weather? \n\n\n\nOctober in the Smokies is usually mild\, with daytime temperatures reaching the 50s and 60s\, and nighttime sometimes approaching the freezing mark. It’s best to wear layers that you can shed if it’s warm or pile on for those cool nights. But this of course varies from year to year. The region does receive lots of rain (which fuels the growth of all those wildflowers)\, so be sure to pack a rain jacket or poncho. \n\n\n\nQ. How many people will be in attendance? \n\n\n\nSpace is limited to 15 attendees at the eco-camp where we’ll be staying (2 people per tent with 10 tents). This is a nice group size that permits lots of one-on-one interaction with your guides. \n\n\n\nQ. If don’t consider myself a serious hiker\, will I be able to keep up? \n\n\n\nOur hikes are very much tailored to the abilities and interests of the group and generally follow a leisurely pace as we stop and look at insects\, mushrooms\, and lots of other sights to see. As long as you are able to walk around 4 miles over several hours\, you should be fine. \n\n\n\nQ. If I come to the Eco-Adventure alone\, will I have to share a tent? \n\n\n\nThe ticket price for this event is based on double occupancy\, so expect that singletons may be paired with another same-gender singleton. This is a fantastic opportunity to meet a fellow nature lover and future friend! \n\n\n\nQ. What is included in the ticket price? \n\n\n\nThe ticket price includes all accommodations\, food (including vegetarian and vegan options)\, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages\, and expert-led hikes from noon Sunday through Tuesday afternoon. \n\n\n\nQ. What do I need to bring? \n\n\n\nPlease bring a sleeping bag\, towel\, day pack and wear sturdy hiking shoes\, rain gear and cool weather clothing. Tents\, cots\, sleeping pads\, and other basics are all provided. You can find a full list of required and recommended items above on this page. Attendees will receive additional information via email prior to the event. \n\n\n\nQ. Will there be electricity or cell service at the camp? \n\n\n\nCamp Atagahi does not have grid electricity and there is little to no cell signal in the area. We will provide a battery back that you can use to charge your cell phone and other small electronics. Though\, The Eco-Adventure is an opportunity to escape from the busy world and enjoy some screen-free time in nature! \n\n\n\nQ. If I have any other questions\, who should I contact? \n\n\n\nPlease contact DLiA’s Biodiversity Program Specialist\, Jaimie Matzko\, at jaimie@dlia.org and she’ll be happy to answer your questions about the Eco-Adventure or visit dlia.org.
URL:https://dlia.org/event/fall-adventure-2024/
LOCATION:Tennessee
CATEGORIES:Education,Fun,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143137
CREATED:20231127T211301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T135945Z
UID:7469-1731524400-1731529800@dlia.org
SUMMARY:Conservation on Tap
DESCRIPTION:Conservation on TapWednesday\, November 13 at 7pmat Albright Brewing Company \n\n\n\nAcross North America\, bird populations have declined by 2.9 billion since 1970. Cities\, however\, can play a vital role in reversing this trend by creating safer\, healthier environments for birds. \n\n\n\nOur monthly speaker\, Nasyr Bey\, is a Conservation and Policy Fellow and Nashville’s Urban Bird Treaty City Coordinator. Hear about how this Nature Conservancy partner program is reducing urban hazards and engaging the community in helping out our feathered friends. \n\n\n\nSPECIAL NOTE: Albright Grove Brewing is now serving delicious farm-to-table food! Pizza\, smash burgers\, hot legs\, mushroom Philly\, fish & chips\, and more. \n\n\n\nConservation on Tap is a monthly series hosted by Albright Grove Brewing Co. to benefit Discover Life in America\, Great Smoky Mountain National Park’s biological science and conservation partner.
URL:https://dlia.org/event/7469/
LOCATION:Albright Grove Brewing Company\, 2924 Sutherland Ave\, Knoxville\, Tennessee\, 37919
CATEGORIES:Conservation on Tap,Fundraiser
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143137
CREATED:20241122T163731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T174231Z
UID:8392-1733943600-1733947200@dlia.org
SUMMARY:Conservation on Tap
DESCRIPTION:Save the Mussels; Save the RiversConservation on TapAlbright Grove Brewing Company\, Knoxville \n\n\n\nOur region has a greater variety of freshwater mussels than anywhere else in the world! Learn about the fascinating lives of these complicated creatures\, the vital role they play in aquatic ecosystems\, and the conservation superheroes working to save the rarest aquatic mollusks in the American Southeast. Presented by: Todd Amacker\, Aquatic Endangered Species Biologist\, TVA. \n\n\n\nSPECIAL NOTE: Albright Grove Brewing is now serving delicious farm-to-table food! Pizza\, smash burgers\, hot legs\, mushroom Philly\, fish & chips\, and more. \n\n\n\nProceeds benefit Discover Life in America. Learn more at dlia.org.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTodd Amacker is a non-game fisheries biologist interested in the ecology\, taxonomy\, distribution\, and conservation of freshwater fishes and mollusks in the American Southeast. I’m also a naturalist engaged in science communication; I use popularized science writing\, digital photography\, and videography to promote biodiversity conservation and natural history appreciation.
URL:https://dlia.org/event/conservation-on-tap-11-24/
LOCATION:Tennessee
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143137
CREATED:20241218T183133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T141635Z
UID:8515-1739386800-1739390400@dlia.org
SUMMARY:Conservation on Tap
DESCRIPTION:CONSERVATION ON TAP \n\n\n\nProtecting Critical Tennessee Lands \n\n\n\nWednesday\, February 12\, 7:00 p.m. \n\n\n\nAlbright Grove Brewing Company\, Knoxville \n\n\n\nFree! \n\n\n\nJoin TennGreen Executive Director Alice H. Pell and others to learn about this thriving conservation organization’s current and future Tennessee conservation projects. Their recent land acquisitions have included habitat for the endangered Tennessee trillium in Hamblen County\, property on Cardwell Mountain in Warren County\, and portions of the Cumberland Trail. \n\n\n\n Albright Grove Brewing Co. is now serving delicious farm-to-table food! Pizza\, smash burgers\, hot legs\, mushroom Philly\, fish & chips\, and more. \n\n\n\nProceeds benefit TennGreen Land Conservancy and Discover Life in America\, dlia.org.
URL:https://dlia.org/event/conservation-on-tap-1825/
LOCATION:Albright Grove Brewing Company\, 2924 Sutherland Ave\, Knoxville\, Tennessee\, 37919
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T203000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T170431Z
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SUMMARY:Amphibian Monitoring
DESCRIPTION:Amphibian Survey in Cades Cove \n\n\n\nSaturday\, March 1: 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Eastern \n\n\n\nJoin us for our first volunteer event of the year on Saturday\, Feb 22 from 4:30 to 8:30pm to survey amphibians in Cades Cove! \n\n\n\nWe’ll be working with experts from the Amphibian and Reptile Conservancy (arcprotects.org)\, University of TN and Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont (gsmit.org) to document any frogs and salamanders we see\, calls we hear and egg masses we find! \n\n\n\nSpots are limited!  \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\nVolunteer with DLiA \n\n\n\nVolunteers have contributed significantly to the success of the All Taxa Biodiversity Inventory (ATBI) since we began\, through field work\, education and outreach\, and financial support. DLiA could not continue to function without the help of our dedicated volunteers and supporters. Thank you!
URL:https://dlia.org/event/amphibian-monitoring/
LOCATION:Tennessee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143137
CREATED:20250114T170504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T221209Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Park Science Colloquium
DESCRIPTION:This annual symposium showcases the research happening in and around the Great Smoky Mountains. Topics are wide-ranging\, from weather and climate to zoology\, botany\, geology\, conservation\, and more! Talks are meant to be engaging to a broad audience and recorded to YouTube. All are welcome to attend this free virtual event! Register at the link below to receive a Zoom link. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2025 Line-Up\n\n\n\nHere’s the most up-to-date version of the 2025 schedule and abstracts. \n\n\n\n2025 Colloquium schedule & abstracts v4Download\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration: Registration is free! Register here to receive a Zoom link over email. Audience members will have the opportunity to ask questions after each talk. Speakers DO NOT need to register. You’ll receive a Zoom link via email. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCheck out talks from previous years\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInformation for presenters\n\n\n\nConference format: The Colloquium will be held virtually via Zoom’s Webinar platform. Presenters will be set as “panelists” on the Webinar\, meaning that they can do most of the normal functions of a Zoom Meeting (share video\, audio\, and screen). Audience members will be able to ask questions and we will help manage questions. We’ll send presenters more information about what to expect closer to the colloquium. \n\n\n\nTime slots: Presentation slots will be around 20 minutes (including time for questions). We will send you a finalized schedule close to the event and will provide more details about the Q&A after each talk. \n\n\n\nPresentation format: Slide decks can be in any format (speakers will share their screen via Zoom)\, however we recommend PowerPoint\, PDF\, Google Slides or Keynote in wide-format (16:9). \n\n\n\nKnow your audience: Please note that many in the audience will have advanced degrees\, but few will have advanced degrees in your topic\, so plan to provide a bit of explanation of technical jargon and stay away from acronyms. \n\n\n\nRecording presentations: We plan to record presentations and upload them publicly to our YouTube channel as we’ve done the past few years.
URL:https://dlia.org/event/colloquium-2025/
LOCATION:Tennessee
CATEGORIES:Education,Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143137
CREATED:20250313T182907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T200341Z
UID:8855-1744830000-1744833600@dlia.org
SUMMARY:Conservation on Tap
DESCRIPTION:Conservation on Tap—join us at our new location!  \n\n\n\n📅Wednesday\, April 16 at 7 p.m.🍺Shultz Bräu Brewing Co. \n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for an insightful presentation by Phil Francis\, Chairman of the Coalition to Protect America’s National Parks\, and former acting superintendent of GSMNP\, as he provides an update on the current challenges facing the National Park Service and our national parks.  \n\n\n\nFrancis will discuss the critical resources that need protection and the staffing necessary to ensure the preservation and maintenance of these cherished public lands. This event is a must-attend for anyone passionate about the future of America’s national parks and the efforts needed to safeguard them for generations to come. Learn more at: protectnps.org. \n\n\n\nJoin us to support local conservation efforts and enjoy a wide selection of 20+ beers on-tap (and plenty of nonalcoholic beverages) and some authentic German fare from Schulzes Schnitzel Kitchen!
URL:https://dlia.org/event/cot-april2025/
LOCATION:Tennessee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143137
CREATED:20250226T222350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T190848Z
UID:8713-1744884000-1744898400@dlia.org
SUMMARY:Pollinator 'Blitz
DESCRIPTION:Pollinator ‘Blitz \n\n\n\nJoin us to document pollinators and the host plants and wildflowers they are visiting! There is so much more to learn about pollinators and their vital role in the ecosystems of Great Smoky Mountains National Park.  \n\n\n\nWe will be using the  iNaturalist app\, to take photos and share to the community science platform. No prior experience necessary! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen? Thursday\, April 17 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. \n\n\n\nWhere? Discover Life in America office 1316 Cherokee Orchard Rd Gatlinburg\, TN 37738 \n\n\n\nDirections: from Cherokee Orchard Road\, turn right into the Twin Creeks complex and continue on the road past the Twin Creeks Science Center and the road that goes to the pavilion until you see our little cabin and the Discover Life in America sign.
URL:https://dlia.org/event/pollinator-blitz/
LOCATION:Tennessee
CATEGORIES:Education,Volunteer,Volunteer 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143137
CREATED:20250304T192309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T192922Z
UID:8818-1746784800-1746799200@dlia.org
SUMMARY:Fern Foray
DESCRIPTION:Fern Foray \n\n\n\nWhen? Friday\, May 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. \n\n\n\nWhere? Little River Trailhead\, GSMNP \n\n\n\nDescription: Join us for an exciting journey into the world of ferns in Great Smoky Mountains National Park! UTK Ecology and Evolutionary Biology lecturer and renowned botany expert\, Dr. Pat Cox\, will share her in-depth knowledge of the park’s diverse fern species. Discover the art of identifying and documenting these fascinating plants as she recounts her experience leading an ambitious team in a park-wide fern foray for the ATBI\, covering every trail in the park!  We will be using the  iNaturalist app\, to take photos and share to the community science platform. No prior experience necessary! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVolunteer with DLiA \n\n\n\nVolunteers have contributed significantly to the success of the All Taxa Biodiversity Inventory (ATBI) since we began\, through field work\, education and outreach\, and financial support. DLiA could not continue to function without the help of our dedicated volunteers and supporters. Thank you!
URL:https://dlia.org/event/fern-foray/
LOCATION:Tennessee
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143137
CREATED:20250109T180416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T181055Z
UID:8552-1747422000-1747432800@dlia.org
SUMMARY:Little Cedar Mountain BioBlitz
DESCRIPTION: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 Little Cedar Mountain in Jasper\, TN. \n\n\n\nTwo chances to ‘blitz!\n\n\n\nFriday\, May 16\, 7pm to 10pm Central: Join us for an evening of discoveries…we will continue in the dark\, as we will set up a black light to monitor insect populations! \n\n\n\nSaturday\, May 17\, 8am to 11am Central: The morning is a great time to look for birds and we will continue to look for other flora and fauna throughout the morning! \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE\n\n\n\n\nWhere? \n\n\n\nTVA’s Little Cedar Mountain Trail in Jasper\, TN \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat’s a bioblitz? \n\n\n\nDuring a bioblitz\, volunteers help document as many kinds of animals\, plants\, and other organisms as we can find in a specific area. It’s also an opportunity for you to be a community scientist\, gathering real scientific data\, while also learning about the local flora and fauna living around you. We will be walking the trails\, looking for bugs\, flowers\, salamanders\, and other living organisms. We’ll photograph them with our phones and post pictures to our iNaturalist project. We’ll have experts on hand to guide small groups point out interesting facts about the organisms we see\, and teach you how to use the iNaturalist app. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat will we be doing?\n\n\n\nWalking the trails\, looking for bugs\, flowers\, salamanders\, and anything else we can find. We’ll photograph them with our phones and post pictures to our iNaturalist project. It’ll be a fun morning of outdoor time in a gorgeous natural space and we’ll have experts on hand to guide small groups around the trail and point out interesting facts about the organisms we see. \n\n\n\nAfterward you can see what kind of organisms we found by visiting the project on iNaturalist\, which will be left up indefinitely. We encourage you to revisit the Loyston Point trails and post what you find! Making iNaturalist observations helps TVA know what’s out there so they can better manage and protect these public lands. \n\n\n\nBefore the event\n\n\n\n\nDownload iNaturalist to your phone (it’s free!)\n\n\n\nFollow prompts in the app to create an iNaturalist account\n\n\n\nBring water and some snacks (we’ll also provide water)\n\n\n\nWear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes for hiking\n\n\n\n\n\nGet the iNaturalist app.\n\n\n\nDownload the app. Log in. Try it out. \n\n\n\n\nANDROID\n\n\n\niOS
URL:https://dlia.org/event/little-cedar-mtn-1/
LOCATION:Tennessee
CATEGORIES:Bioblitz,Education,Fun,Kid Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143137
CREATED:20250109T181037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T191217Z
UID:8557-1747468800-1747479600@dlia.org
SUMMARY:Little Cedar Mountain BioBlitz
DESCRIPTION: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 Little Cedar Mountain in Jasper\, TN. \n\n\n\nTwo chances to ‘blitz!\n\n\n\nFriday\, May 16\, 7pm to 10pm Central: Join us for an evening of discoveries…we will continue in the dark\, as we will set up a black light to monitor insect populations! \n\n\n\nSaturday\, May 17\, 8am to 11am Central: The morning is a great time to look for birds and we will continue to look for other flora and fauna throughout the morning! \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE\n\n\n\n\nWhere? \n\n\n\nTVA’s Little Cedar Mountain Trail in Jasper\, TN \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat’s a bioblitz? \n\n\n\nDuring a bioblitz\, volunteers help document as many kinds of animals\, plants\, and other organisms as we can find in a specific area. It’s also an opportunity for you to be a community scientist\, gathering real scientific data\, while also learning about the local flora and fauna living around you. We will be walking the trails\, looking for bugs\, flowers\, salamanders\, and other living organisms. We’ll photograph them with our phones and post pictures to our iNaturalist project. We’ll have experts on hand to guide small groups point out interesting facts about the organisms we see\, and teach you how to use the iNaturalist app. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat will we be doing?\n\n\n\nWalking the trails\, looking for bugs\, flowers\, salamanders\, and anything else we can find. We’ll photograph them with our phones and post pictures to our iNaturalist project. It’ll be a fun morning of outdoor time in a gorgeous natural space and we’ll have experts on hand to guide small groups around the trail and point out interesting facts about the organisms we see. \n\n\n\nAfterward you can see what kind of organisms we found by visiting the project on iNaturalist\, which will be left up indefinitely. We encourage you to revisit the Loyston Point trails and post what you find! Making iNaturalist observations helps TVA know what’s out there so they can better manage and protect these public lands. \n\n\n\nBefore the event\n\n\n\n\nDownload iNaturalist to your phone (it’s free!)\n\n\n\nFollow prompts in the app to create an iNaturalist account\n\n\n\nBring water and some snacks (we’ll also provide water)\n\n\n\nWear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes for hiking\n\n\n\n\n\nGet the iNaturalist app.\n\n\n\nDownload the app. Log in. Try it out. \n\n\n\n\nANDROID\n\n\n\niOS
URL:https://dlia.org/event/little-cedar-mtn-2/
LOCATION:Tennessee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143137
CREATED:20250520T175139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T175142Z
UID:9258-1747854000-1747857600@dlia.org
SUMMARY:Conservation on Tap
DESCRIPTION:Conservation on Tap Wed. May 21 @ 7 p.m. Schulz Bräu Brewing Company \n\n\n\nMuseum of Infinite Outcomeswith Ashlee Mays and Logan Szymanowki \n\n\n\nThe Museum of Infinite Outcomes is an open-air museum of conservation. Through exhibits\, public programs\, and educational opportunities\, the Museum of Infinite Outcomes is shifting the narrative around conservation through the arts. Come learn more about our seasonal exhibits\, upcoming field guide\, and how we can shift our attention to stories that build resilience. \n\n\n\n“If the doors of perception were cleansed every thing would appear to man as it is\, Infinite.”-William Blake \n\n\n\nJoin us to support local conservation efforts and enjoy a wide selection of 20+ beers on-tap (and plenty of nonalcoholic beverages) and some authentic german fare from Schulzes Schnitzel Kitchen! 
URL:https://dlia.org/event/conservation-on-tap-18/
LOCATION:Schulz Bräu Brewing Company\, 126 Bernard Ave\, Knoxville\, Tennessee\, 37917\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T223000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143137
CREATED:20241209T222123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T202937Z
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SUMMARY:Fireflies at Norton Creek 2025
DESCRIPTION:WHAT TO EXPECT //WAITLIST // FAQs \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWatch the Smokies’ magical fireflies in style! Our annual firefly event is a one-of-a-kind viewing experience. From the comfort of a luxurious private reserve\, enjoy food and drink surrounded by gorgeous natural scenery\, and witness an incredible display of synchronous and blue ghost fireflies (and other glowing critters) guided by our knowledgeable staff. Four nights to choose from. This is an evening you won’t forget! All proceeds help us at Discover Life in America carry out our mission to understand and conserve the diversity of life in the Smokies.  \n\n\n\nAll proceeds from this event support DLiA and our work in Great Smoky Mountains National Park (learn more). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNOTE: This is NOT the synchronous firefly lottery at Elkmont in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This is a private fundraising event located on private land adjacent to the park. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\nTickets for the event are $300 per person.  \n\n\n\nTickets are open to anyone 10 years of age or older (children under 10 are not allowed at this event). Each ticket is for a single night of the event.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFour nights to choose from!\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, June 5  SOLD OUT!\n\n\n\nFriday\, June 6 SOLD OUT!\n\n\n\nSaturday\, June 7 SOLD OUT!\n\n\n\nSunday\, June 8 SOLD OUT!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Waitlist \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to expect\n\n\n\n\nLocation: Norton Creek Preserve\, a 2\,000-acre tract adjacent to Great Smoky Mountains NP\, near Gatlinburg\, TN. Detailed directions will be sent to ticketholders before the event.\n\n\n\nCatering provided by the Dollywood Parks and Resorts Culinary Team.\n\n\n\nDrinks are included: local beer as well as wine\, sodas\, and tea \n\n\n\nIncludes expert-guided firefly viewing: we’ll point out different firefly species and answer your firefly questions\n\n\n\nLight\, uphill walking will be involved on paved and gravel surfaces\n\n\n\nRain or shine: we’ll hold the event even if rain is forecast (see FAQs)\n\n\n\nNo pets allowed\n\n\n\nOpen to kids 10 and up (ticket required for each child)\n\n\n\nMore information: ticketholders will receive directions and details via email in mid-May\n\n\n\nFAQs: read our list of frequently asked questions for more information\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTHANK YOU TO OUR CORPORATE SPONSORS\n\n\n\nfor your support of our work in discovering\, understanding and conserving biodiversity in the Smokies and beyond. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n gorgeous venue\n\n\n\n\nHemlock House\n\n\n\nHors d’oeuvres by Whole Earth Grocery //Luca Pfeiffer\n\n\n\n//Luca Pfeiffer\n\n\n\nIncredible interior //Luca Pfeiffer\n\n\n\nGlow-in-the-dark firefly blankets for sale! //Luca Pfeiffer\n\n\n\nA magnificent ravine for fireflies\n\n\n\n//Luca Pfeiffer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFireflies\, galore!\n\n\n\n\nSynchronous firefly //Abbott Nature\n\n\n\nLight trails of blue ghosts //Abbott Nature\n\n\n\nBlue ghost male //Abbott Nature\n\n\n\nBlue ghost female //Abbott Nature\n\n\n\nFirefly larva //Abbott Nature\n\n\n\nBlue glow of fungus gnats //Luca Pfeiffer\n\n\n\nSynchronous fireflies’ woodland display //Abbott Nature\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat people love about our event\n\n\n\n\nGuided firefly viewing. Our knowledgeable staff will point out different firefly species to you and can tell you what makes each one special.\n\n\n\nIt’s private. This event is held on private land and we only host around 50 guests per night. Each guest can witness the magic on their own without the crowds.\n\n\n\nThe venue is magnificent! You’ll love exploring the guest house where we start our event and the gorgeous surrounding property nestled in the Smoky Mountains.\n\n\n\nIt’s dark. We try to keep things very dark so your eyes can adjust\, allowing you to see the wonderful bioluminescence around you. (Don’t worry\, we’ve got lights if you need them.)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCancellation policy\n\n\n\nFull payment is due at checkout. We will be happy to refund your payment if and only if we are able to fill your slot\, up until May 22\, 2025. After that date\, no refunds will be given. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFAQs\n\n\n\nQ. Is this event related to the synchronous firefly lottery in Great Smoky Mountains National Park? \n\n\n\nA. Nope. Discover Life in America is a non-profit partner of the Park; however\, this is a private fundraising event that is not associated with the Park’s lottery for synchronous firefly viewing at Elkmont. That is a totally separate event and we cannot answer questions about the lottery\, dates for the lottery\, or anything else related to it. Information about the lottery can be found at https://www.nps.gov/grsm/learn/nature/fireflies.htm. \n\n\n\nQ. $300 per person seems expensive. Is this event really worth it? \n\n\n\nA. We certainly think so! You can expect a lot of value for the ticket price AND you’re supporting Discover Life in America and our important work in the Smokies!  Catering provided by the Dollywood Parks and Resorts Culinary Team and a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks will be provided. You’ll get to explore the private venue\, which is not open to the public. It’s a gorgeous house made from rough-hewn hemlocks and decorated with birch bark that’s set on a pastoral hilltop right next to the national park. You’ll have one-on-one time with Will Kuhn\, our resident entomologist\, who will tell you more than you ever wanted to know about the 19 species of fireflies that live in the Smokies. And of course you’ll get to see the magical display of the synchronous fireflies\, but not among a crowd in the national park. Rather\, you’ll see them in a leisurely\, small-group setting with guides to point them out and answer all your questions. We are confident that you’ll enjoy yourself and learn something new! \n\n\n\nQ. How do you know the synchronous fireflies will be active? \n\n\n\nA. Synchronous fireflies in the Smokies region typically reach their peak activity around the end of May to middle of June; however\, this can vary from year to year based on temperature and weather. The Park uses temperature data to plan the dates of their lottery system\, typically releasing those dates around late April. We\, however\, must book the venue for our Fireflies Event a year in advance\, so we carefully select a date that falls within the peak season for synchronous firefly activity from previous years. In the nine years that we’ve been doing this event\, we’ve never been disappointed. \n\n\n\nQ. I can’t find the exact location of this event on your website. Why is that? \n\n\n\nA. As the synchronous fireflies have become extremely popular in the Smokies\, we don’t post our event location for fear that the public will trespass on the private property of our generous hosts and trample the pristine firefly habitat. Rest assured though: we will contact all ticket holders with detailed directions to the event and other information that you’ll need to know for this once-in-a-lifetime evening. \n\n\n\nQ. Where should I stay during the event? \n\n\n\nA. Lodging is not included as part of the Fireflies Event; but there are lots of hotel options in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. These are the two closest large communities to the venue and they’re about equal distance from the venue. There are also lots of cabins and small rental properties along “The Spur” (The Spur is a section of the Foothills Parkway connecting Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg; a.k.a. HWY 441). \n\n\n\nQ. Are kids allowed at this event? \n\n\n\nA. Children 10 years of age or older may attend this event with ticket purchase. Children under 10 years of age are not allowed to attend this event. \n\n\n\nQ. Will the event be canceled if rain is in forecast? \n\n\n\nA. Nope. The Smokies region gets lots of rain (one of the reasons it’s so rich in fireflies) but it has not affected our firefly viewing. The first part of the event takes places inside\, under cover\, and the viewing is outside under decent canopy cover.  We highly recommend that you bring a light rain jacket in case we get a little rain during viewing. Rain or shine\, it’s going to be great! \n\n\n\nQ. In the description for this event\, you mention “other glowing critters.” What do you mean? \n\n\n\nA. There is a veritable menagerie of glowing critters to see at the Fireflies Event! Apart from synchronous fireflies (Photinus carolinus) and blue ghost fireflies (Phausis reticulata)\, we’ve seen railroad worms (Phengodes spp.)\, which are another type of beetle with glowing larvae and adult females\, and also fungus gnat larvae (a.k.a. foxfire flies\, Orfelia fultoni)\, which glow faintly blue from seeps on the hillside. We will see some of the region’s 9 other glowing firefly species\, too\, as we wait for the synchronous and blue ghost fireflies to start their show. We usually find the glowing larvae of a number of firefly species\, as well. So much bioluminescence to see and we’ll point glowers out to you as we encounter them! \n\n\n\nQ. Other questions? \n\n\n\nA. Please carefully read our FAQ for answers to common questions\, then ask Todd if you still need help: todd@dlia.org or (865)-430-4757.
URL:https://dlia.org/event/fireflies-06-05-25/
LOCATION:Tennessee
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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SUMMARY:Fireflies at Norton Creek 2025
DESCRIPTION:WHAT TO EXPECT // WAITLIST // FAQs \n \n\nWatch the Smokies’ magical fireflies in style! Our annual firefly event is a one-of-a-kind viewing experience. From the comfort of a luxurious private reserve\, enjoy food and drink surrounded by gorgeous natural scenery\, and witness an incredible display of synchronous and blue ghost fireflies (and other glowing critters) guided by our knowledgeable staff. Four nights to choose from. This is an evening you won’t forget! All proceeds help us at Discover Life in America carry out our mission to understand and conserve the diversity of life in the Smokies.  \n \nAll proceeds from this event support DLiA and our work in Great Smoky Mountains National Park (learn more). \n \n\nNOTE: This is NOT the synchronous firefly lottery at Elkmont in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This is a private fundraising event located on private land adjacent to the park. \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFour nights to choose from!\n \n\nThursday\, June 5  SOLD OUT!\n \nFriday\, June 6 SOLD OUT!\n \nSaturday\, June 7 SOLD OUT!\n \nSunday\, June 8 SOLD OUT!\n\n\n\n\nJoin Waitlist \n\nTickets\n \nTickets for the event are $300 per person.  \n \nTickets are open to anyone 10 years of age or older (children under 10 are not allowed at this event). Each ticket is for a single night of the event.   \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to expect\n \n\nLocation: Norton Creek Preserve\, a 2\,000 acre tract adjacent to Great Smoky Mountains NP\, near Gatlinburg\, TN. Detailed directions will be sent to ticketholders before the event.\n \nCatering provided by the Dollywood Parks and Resorts Culinary Team.\n \nDrinks are included: local beer as well as wine\, sodas\, and tea \n \nIncludes expert-guided firefly viewing: we’ll point out different firefly species and answer your firefly questions\n \nLight\, uphill walking will be involved on paved and gravel surfaces\n \nRain or shine: we’ll hold the event even if rain is forecast (see FAQs)\n \nNo pets allowed\n \nOpen to kids 10 and up (ticket required for each child)\n \nMore information: ticketholders will receive directions and details via email in mid-May\n \nFAQs: read our list of frequently asked questions for more information\n\n \n\nTHANK YOU TO OUR CORPORATE SPONSORS\n \nfor your support of our work in discovering\, understanding and conserving biodiversity in the Smokies and beyond. \n \n\n\n\n\n \n\n gorgeous venue\n \n\nHemlock House\n \nHors d’oeuvres by Whole Earth Grocery //Luca Pfeiffer\n \n//Luca Pfeiffer\n \nIncredible interior //Luca Pfeiffer\n \nGlow-in-the-dark firefly blankets for sale! //Luca Pfeiffer\n \nA magnificent ravine for fireflies\n \n//Luca Pfeiffer\n\n \n\nFireflies\, galore!\n \n\nSynchronous firefly //Abbott Nature\n \nLight trails of blue ghosts //Abbott Nature\n \nBlue ghost male //Abbott Nature\n \nBlue ghost female //Abbott Nature\n \nFirefly larva //Abbott Nature\n \nBlue glow of fungus gnats //Luca Pfeiffer\n \nSynchronous fireflies’ woodland display //Abbott Nature\n\n \n\nWhat people love about our event\n \n\nGuided firefly viewing. Our knowledgeable staff will point out different firefly species to you and can tell you what makes each one special.\n \nIt’s private. This event is held on private land and we only host around 50 guests per night. Each guest can witness the magic on their own without the crowds.\n \nThe venue is magnificent! You’ll love exploring the guest house where we start our event and the gorgeous surrounding property nestled in the Smoky Mountains.\n \nIt’s dark. We try to keep things very dark so your eyes can adjust\, allowing you to see the wonderful bioluminescence around you. (Don’t worry\, we’ve got lights if you need them.)\n\n \n\nCancellation policy\n \nFull payment is due at checkout. We will be happy to refund your payment if and only if we are able to fill your slot\, up until May 22\, 2025. After that date\, no refunds will be given. \n \n\nFAQs\n \nQ. Is this event related to the synchronous firefly lottery in Great Smoky Mountains National Park? \n \nA. Nope. Discover Life in America is a non-profit partner of the Park; however\, this is a private fundraising event that is not associated with the Park’s lottery for synchronous firefly viewing at Elkmont. That is a totally separate event and we cannot answer questions about the lottery\, dates for the lottery\, or anything else related to it. Information about the lottery can be found at https://www.nps.gov/grsm/learn/nature/fireflies.htm. \n \nQ. $300 per person seems expensive. Is this event really worth it? \n \nA. We certainly think so! You can expect a lot of value for the ticket price AND you’re supporting Discover Life in America and our important work in the Smokies!  Catering provided by the Dollywood Parks and Resorts Culinary Team and a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks will be provided. You’ll get to explore the private venue\, which is not open to the public. It’s a gorgeous house made from rough-hewn hemlocks and decorated with birch bark that’s set on a pastoral hilltop right next to the national park. You’ll have one-on-one time with Will Kuhn\, our resident entomologist\, who will tell you more than you ever wanted to know about the 19 species of fireflies that live in the Smokies. And of course you’ll get to see the magical display of the synchronous fireflies\, but not among a crowd in the national park. Rather\, you’ll see them in a leisurely\, small-group setting with guides to point them out and answer all your questions. We are confident that you’ll enjoy yourself and learn something new! \n \nQ. How do you know the synchronous fireflies will be active? \n \nA. Synchronous fireflies in the Smokies region typically reach their peak activity around the end of May to middle of June; however\, this can vary from year to year based on temperature and weather. The Park uses temperature data to plan the dates of their lottery system\, typically releasing those dates around late April. We\, however\, must book the venue for our Fireflies Event a year in advance\, so we carefully select a date that falls within the peak season for synchronous firefly activity from previous years. In the nine years that we’ve been doing this event\, we’ve never been disappointed. \n \nQ. I can’t find the exact location of this event on your website. Why is that? \n \nA. As the synchronous fireflies have become extremely popular in the Smokies\, we don’t post our event location for fear that the public will trespass on the private property of our generous hosts and trample the pristine firefly habitat. Rest assured though: we will contact all ticket holders with detailed directions to the event and other information that you’ll need to know for this once-in-a-lifetime evening. \n \nQ. Where should I stay during the event? \n \nA. Lodging is not included as part of the Fireflies Event; but there are lots of hotel options in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. These are the two closest large communities to the venue and they’re about equal distance from the venue. There are also lots of cabins and small rental properties along “The Spur” (The Spur is a section of the Foothills Parkway connecting Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg; a.k.a. HWY 441). \n \nQ. Are kids allowed at this event? \n \nA. Children 10 years of age or older may attend this event with ticket purchase. Children under 10 years of age are not allowed to attend this event. \n \nQ. Will the event be canceled if rain is in forecast? \n \nA. Nope. The Smokies region gets lots of rain (one of the reasons it’s so rich in fireflies) but it has not affected our firefly viewing. The first part of the event takes places inside\, under cover\, and the viewing is outside under decent canopy cover.  We highly recommend that you bring a light rain jacket in case we get a little rain during viewing. Rain or shine\, it’s going to be great! \n \nQ. In the description for this event\, you mention “other glowing critters.” What do you mean? \n \nA. There is a veritable menagerie of glowing critters to see at the Fireflies Event! Apart from synchronous fireflies (Photinus carolinus) and blue ghost fireflies (Phausis reticulata)\, we’ve seen railroad worms (Phengodes spp.)\, which are another type of beetle with glowing larvae and adult females\, and also fungus gnat larvae (a.k.a. foxfire flies\, Orfelia fultoni)\, which glow faintly blue from seeps on the hillside. We will see some of the region’s 9 other glowing firefly species\, too\, as we wait for the synchronous and blue ghost fireflies to start their show. We usually find the glowing larvae of a number of firefly species\, as well. So much bioluminescence to see and we’ll point glowers out to you as we encounter them! \n \nQ. Other questions? \n \nA. Please carefully read our FAQ for answers to common questions\, then ask Todd if you still need help: todd@dlia.org or (865)-430-4757.
URL:https://dlia.org/event/fireflies-06-06-25/
LOCATION:Tennessee
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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SUMMARY:Fireflies at Norton Creek 2025
DESCRIPTION:WHAT TO EXPECT //  FAQs // Saturday\, June 7: Tickets Available! \n \n\nWatch the Smokies’ magical fireflies in style! Our annual firefly event is a one-of-a-kind viewing experience. From the comfort of a luxurious private reserve\, enjoy food and drink surrounded by gorgeous natural scenery\, and witness an incredible display of synchronous and blue ghost fireflies (and other glowing critters) guided by our knowledgeable staff. Four nights to choose from. This is an evening you won’t forget! All proceeds help us at Discover Life in America carry out our mission to understand and conserve the diversity of life in the Smokies.  \n \nAll proceeds from this event support DLiA and our work in Great Smoky Mountains National Park (learn more). \n \n\nNOTE: This is NOT the synchronous firefly lottery at Elkmont in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This is a private fundraising event located on private land adjacent to the park. \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFour nights to choose from!\n \n\nThursday\, June 5  SOLD OUT!\n \nFriday\, June 6  SOLD OUT!\n \nSaturday\, June 7   3 Tickets Available!\n \nSunday\, June 8 SOLD OUT!\n\n\nTickets\n \nTickets for the event are $300 per person.  \n \nTickets are open to anyone 10 years of age or older (children under 10 are not allowed at this event). Each ticket is for a single night of the event.   \n \n\n\n\n\nBuy Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to expect\n \n\nLocation: Norton Creek Preserve\, a 3000-acre tract adjacent to Great Smoky Mountains NP\, near Gatlinburg\, TN. Detailed directions will be sent to ticketholders before the event.\n \nCatering provided by the Dollywood Parks and Resorts Culinary Team.\n \nDrinks are included: local beer as well as wine\, sodas\, and tea \n \nIncludes expert-guided firefly viewing: we’ll point out different firefly species and answer your firefly questions\n \nLight\, uphill walking will be involved on paved and gravel surfaces\n \nRain or shine: we’ll hold the event even if rain is forecast (see FAQs)\n \nNo pets allowed\n \nOpen to kids 10 and up (ticket required for each child)\n \nMore information: ticketholders will receive directions and details via email in mid-May\n \nFAQs: read our list of frequently asked questions for more information\n\n \n\nTHANK YOU TO OUR CORPORATE SPONSORS\n \nfor your support of our work in discovering\, understanding and conserving biodiversity in the Smokies and beyond. \n \n\n\n\n\n \n\n gorgeous venue\n \n\nHemlock House\n \nHors d’oeuvres by Whole Earth Grocery //Luca Pfeiffer\n \n//Luca Pfeiffer\n \nIncredible interior //Luca Pfeiffer\n \nGlow-in-the-dark firefly blankets for sale! //Luca Pfeiffer\n \nA magnificent ravine for fireflies\n \n//Luca Pfeiffer\n\n \n\nFireflies\, galore!\n \n\nSynchronous firefly //Abbott Nature\n \nLight trails of blue ghosts //Abbott Nature\n \nBlue ghost male //Abbott Nature\n \nBlue ghost female //Abbott Nature\n \nFirefly larva //Abbott Nature\n \nBlue glow of fungus gnats //Luca Pfeiffer\n \nSynchronous fireflies’ woodland display //Abbott Nature\n\n \n\nWhat people love about our event\n \n\nGuided firefly viewing. Our knowledgeable staff will point out different firefly species to you and can tell you what makes each one special.\n \nIt’s private. This event is held on private land and we only host around 50 guests per night. Each guest can witness the magic on their own without the crowds.\n \nThe venue is magnificent! You’ll love exploring the guest house where we start our event and the gorgeous surrounding property nestled in the Smoky Mountains.\n \nIt’s dark. We try to keep things very dark so your eyes can adjust\, allowing you to see the wonderful bioluminescence around you. (Don’t worry\, we’ve got lights if you need them.)\n\n \n\nCancellation policy\n \nFull payment is due at checkout. We will be happy to refund your payment if and only if we are able to fill your slot\, up until May 22\, 2025. After that date\, no refunds will be given. \n \n\nFAQs\n \nQ. Is this event related to the synchronous firefly lottery in Great Smoky Mountains National Park? \n \nA. Nope. Discover Life in America is a non-profit partner of the Park; however\, this is a private fundraising event that is not associated with the Park’s lottery for synchronous firefly viewing at Elkmont. That is a totally separate event and we cannot answer questions about the lottery\, dates for the lottery\, or anything else related to it. Information about the lottery can be found at https://www.nps.gov/grsm/learn/nature/fireflies.htm. \n \nQ. $300 per person seems expensive. Is this event really worth it? \n \nA. We certainly think so! You can expect a lot of value for the ticket price AND you’re supporting Discover Life in America and our important work in the Smokies!  Catering provided by the Dollywood Parks and Resorts Culinary Team and a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks will be provided.  You’ll get to explore the private venue\, which is not open to the public. It’s a gorgeous house made from rough-hewn hemlocks and decorated with birch bark that’s set on a pastoral hilltop right next to the national park. You’ll have one-on-one time with Will Kuhn\, our resident entomologist\, who will tell you more than you ever wanted to know about the 19 species of fireflies that live in the Smokies. And of course you’ll get to see the magical display of the synchronous fireflies\, but not among a crowd in the national park. Rather\, you’ll see them in a leisurely\, small-group setting with guides to point them out and answer all your questions. We are confident that you’ll enjoy yourself and learn something new! \n \nQ. How do you know the synchronous fireflies will be active? \n \nA. Synchronous fireflies in the Smokies region typically reach their peak activity around the end of May to middle of June; however\, this can vary from year to year based on temperature and weather. The Park uses temperature data to plan the dates of their lottery system\, typically releasing those dates around late April. We\, however\, must book the venue for our Fireflies Event a year in advance\, so we carefully select a date that falls within the peak season for synchronous firefly activity from previous years. In the nine years that we’ve been doing this event\, we’ve never been disappointed. \n \nQ. I can’t find the exact location of this event on your website. Why is that? \n \nA. As the synchronous fireflies have become extremely popular in the Smokies\, we don’t post our event location for fear that the public will trespass on the private property of our generous hosts and trample the pristine firefly habitat. Rest assured though: we will contact all ticket holders with detailed directions to the event and other information that you’ll need to know for this once-in-a-lifetime evening. \n \nQ. Where should I stay during the event? \n \nA. Lodging is not included as part of the Fireflies Event; but there are lots of hotel options in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. These are the two closest large communities to the venue and they’re about equal distance from the venue. There are also lots of cabins and small rental properties along “The Spur” (The Spur is a section of the Foothills Parkway connecting Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg; a.k.a. HWY 441). \n \nQ. Are kids allowed at this event? \n \nA. Children 10 years of age or older may attend this event with ticket purchase. Children under 10 years of age are not allowed to attend this event. \n \nQ. Will the event be canceled if rain is in forecast? \n \nA. Nope. The Smokies region gets lots of rain (one of the reasons it’s so rich in fireflies) but it has not affected our firefly viewing. The first part of the event takes places inside\, under cover\, and the viewing is outside under decent canopy cover.  We highly recommend that you bring a light rain jacket in case we get a little rain during viewing. Rain or shine\, it’s going to be great! \n \nQ. In the description for this event\, you mention “other glowing critters.” What do you mean? \n \nA. There is a veritable menagerie of glowing critters to see at the Fireflies Event! Apart from synchronous fireflies (Photinus carolinus) and blue ghost fireflies (Phausis reticulata)\, we’ve seen railroad worms (Phengodes spp.)\, which are another type of beetle with glowing larvae and adult females\, and also fungus gnat larvae (a.k.a. foxfire flies\, Orfelia fultoni)\, which glow faintly blue from seeps on the hillside. We will see some of the region’s 9 other glowing firefly species\, too\, as we wait for the synchronous and blue ghost fireflies to start their show. We usually find the glowing larvae of a number of firefly species\, as well. So much bioluminescence to see and we’ll point glowers out to you as we encounter them! \n \nQ. Other questions? \n \nA. Please carefully read our FAQ for answers to common questions\, then ask Todd if you still need help: todd@dlia.org or (865)-430-4757.
URL:https://dlia.org/event/fireflies-06-07-25/
LOCATION:Tennessee
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