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GSM Guide
May 3, 2014
Birds of Prey is going to be presented at the Oconaluftee Visitor Center May 9, 2014 (Friday) at 1:00 pm. It is an educational program that offers “an up-close glimpse of some of the most recognized and revered birds such as the tiny eastern screech owl and northern bald eagle. From the high, exposed peaks, to the warmer, sheltered lowlands, some 240 species of birds have been found in the park. Sixty species are year-round residents. Nearly 120 species breed in the park, including 52 species from the neo-tropics” as stated on the Great Smoky Mountains National Park Facebook page. The Oconaluftee Visitor Center…
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April 29, 2014
Make plans to see this annual amazing Elkmont synchronous fireflies light show. Every year at Elkmont in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park there is a firefly viewing that is very popular and attracts thousands of spectators. In late May and early June synchronous fireflies or Photinus carolinus, a species of fireflies that live in the park provide a interesting show due to their mating pattern. This flash pattern unique to the type of firefly (also referred to by southerns as lighting bug) has a flash pattern that male and female fireflies of this species recognize and is part of their…
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April 17, 2014
Bear safety tips. It’s spring time and the bears are on the prowl looking for food. It is a known fact bears like to seek food in campgrounds going through trash cans or even tents and cars looking for food. If you life in a bear prone area never leave trash and garbage just lying around, the smell of the food can attract bears. Even backyard BBQ grills that have remnants of steak, chicken, fish or other grilled food can attract bears. If you are hiking or camping and you encounter a bear do not run. A bear can outrun…
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April 6, 2014
Dollywood DreamMore Resort is going to be a 300-room resort on 100 acres of land adjacent to Dollywood Theme Park. The resort will have beautiful views of the Great Smoky Mountains, an indoor and outdoor resort pool complex, a spa, a family activities center and a farmhouse-style restaurant. DreamMore Resort will have a variety of accommodations to suit all needs and a special Dolly’s Suite Dreams celebrity suite for that added luxury accommodations. Dollywood DreamMore Resort is scheduled to open in the summer of 2015. It is sure to be an added treat to that fun Great Smoky Mountains vacation! Take a peek…
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GSM Guide
April 5, 2014
Hiking is popular in the Great Smoky Mountains and with this warmer weather is a great time to get out and enjoy the outdoors. Here are some popular Great Smoky Mountains hiking trails that are easy and a great way to enjoy spring after that long cold winter. Trees are turning green again and the flowers are just starting to make an appearance. Get out there and enjoy nature. Sugarlands Valley Trail-an easy 1/2 mile paved and flat trail. Accessible by wheelchair and strollers. Located at Sugarlands Visitors Center near Gatlinburg. Gatlinburg Trail- an easy 4 mile riverside trail at…
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March 23, 2014
Last spring the many attractions in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the Blue Ridge Parkway were closed due to federal budget cuts (and the October government shutdown), but this year there will be more campgrounds and buildings opening earlier in the spring. The Great Smoky Mountains National Park will soon be opening the secondary roads that have to be closed in the winter due to winter weather, and the Blue Ridge Parkway is set to open the campgrounds and buildings earlier this year than they opened last year. Most campgrounds and picnic areas on the Blue Ridge Parkway have an opening date…
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March 20, 2014
Dollywood opens for the 2014 season Saturday March 22, 2014. This year the new attraction is “the nation’s first dual launch family coaster – blasting riders forward and backward!” Take a trip to Pigeon Forge and visit Dolly Parton’s Theme Park near the Great Smoky Mountains. You won’t regret it!Dollywood just keeps getting bigger and better every year. Get there soon. Dollywood Tickets Prices for 2014 (one day) Regular (Ages 12-59) $58 Child (Ages 4 – 11) $46 Senior (Ages 60+) $53 Dollywood Opens New FireChaser Express Roller Coaster!
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March 11, 2014
A $1,000 reward is being offered by Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials for the recent theft at a cabin in the Elkmont Historic District. The theft was an antique window from a historic cabin and it was discovered in January of this year. A sentence of up to 6 months in jail and or a fine up to $5,000 would be possible. It is against the law to disturb or deface natural and historic resources within the Great Smoky Mountains National Park or any National Park. The stolen antique window was from the former summer home of a Knoxville…
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February 27, 2014
Pigeon Forge is getting a new restaurant! Paula Deen has plans to open Paula Deen’s Family Kitchen in Pigeon Forge, TN. It will open in late summer of 2014.The restaurant will be located at The Island in Pigeon Forge and will be a 20,000 sq. feet restaurant and retail space.The Island in Pigeon Forge is a new retail and entertainment center that just recently opened featuring restaurants, shopping, attractions, and a 200 foot tall Ferris Wheel called The Great Smoky Mountain Wheel. If you know Paula Deen you know the food will be delicious!
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January 30, 2014
Most roads in and around the Great Smoky Mountains are open but if driving please watch for snow and ice patches still on the roads in certain areas. Some areas that do not get sunlight are still iced over and can cause hazardous driving conditions still. Pay attention, slow down and remain cautious. One more day of frigid temperatures before temperatures return to the 50’s. Stay safe and stay warm!
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