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Category: Friends of the Smokies

Patron Society provides immersive Plein Air Smokies experiences

August 15, 2023

by Julie Dodd ‘Plein Air Smokies,’ will once again bring 20 nationally acclaimed artists to paint “en plein air” (outdoors)[…]

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Hike from Polls Gap to Hemphill Bald – mountain views and perfect weather

July 31, 2023

Hikers along fence on Cataloochee Ranch

by Kevin FitzGeraldHike Leader The Classic Hikes of the Smokies ventured to Hemphill Bald from Polls Gap on Tuesday, July[…]

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Chimney Tops Trail offers rhododendron in bloom, more than 650 constructed stairs and scenic views

July 19, 2023

hikers on Chimney Tops Trail

The Chimney Tops Trail provided a hiking challenge and beautiful weather for the June Classic Hike of the Smokies. Sixteen[…]

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