by Myra Southern | Jul 3, 2021 | About the Smoky Mountains, Upcoming Events and Things to Do
Now’s the time to plan ahead for late summer in the Smoky Mountains! Late summer is less crowded, but there are still plenty of entertainment opportunities. Below are events in the Smoky Mountain areas of Blount County (including Townsend and Maryville) and Sevier...
by Myra | Jun 25, 2021 | About the Smoky Mountains, Day Trips from Townsend, Dog-Friendly Travel
In many U.S. national parks, four-legged tourists aren’t allowed in the backcountry because they pose a threat to wildlife. Perhaps most importantly, they could become prey for larger animals like bears and coyotes. However, there are plenty of safe, fun ways to...
by Myra | Jun 2, 2021 | About the Smoky Mountains, Upcoming Events and Things to Do
Summer is heating up in the Smoky Mountains, and there’s plenty of entertainment opportunities. I have resumed my posts about events in the Smoky Mountain areas of Blount County (including Townsend and Maryville) and Sevier County (including Pigeon Forge, Sevierville,...
by Myra | May 3, 2021 | About the Smoky Mountains, Upcoming Events and Things to Do
Spring has sprung in the Smoky Mountains! Watch Spring flowers, trees, and wildlife come to life, ready to entertain you! Speaking of entertainment, there are lots of opportunities to be entertained by Smoky Mountain events this Spring. I’m resuming my posts about...
by Myra | Nov 7, 2020 | About the Smoky Mountains, Day Trips from Townsend, Upcoming Events and Things to Do
Since 1995 U.S. Presidents have issued annual proclamations designating November as National American Indian Heritage Month, or since 2009 as National Native American Heritage Month, to celebrate the culture, accomplishments, and contributions of people who were the...
by Myra | May 23, 2020 | About the Smoky Mountains
The Great Smoky Mountains offer unparalleled natural treasures and fascinating history. For instance, did you know that the Smoky Mountains are among the oldest mountains on Earth? They’re between 200 and 300 million years old! Here are some other not-so-trivial...