Join FOTS for special Overnight Experience, June 25-26
May 29, 2019
by Julie Dodd Join other Friends of the Smokies for a special “Overnight Experience,” which will take place on June 25-26 in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. This two-day event includes guided hikes, opportunities to learn more about the Great Smoky Mountains National…
Read MoreResearch assistance grants support needed GSMNP research
May 3, 2019
by Julie Dodd Flying squirrels, salamanders and pine seedlings in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park all have benefitted from research assistance grants. Research assistance grants are one way FOTS helps fund and promote research in the Park. Friends of…
Read MoreHiking all GSMNP trails — advice from 900-Miler Club members
March 19, 2019
by Julie Dodd What does it take to hike all the trails in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and join the 900-Miler Club? JP Smith, Dave Worth and Steve Pierce know the answer. They have hiked all the trails…
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