Stay informed with all the latest news from the Smoky Mountains right here. The Smokies stretch across Tennessee and North Carolina, and we’ve got news from every region to keep you up to date. Learn about the events and activities in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, discover what local environmentalists are doing to protect our area’s incredible natural resources, and get the most recent travel and tourism stories.
About this Episode: Joseph interviews our special guest, Laura Lauffer, Project Director of EmPOWERing Mountain Food Systems and Appalachian Regional Commission Power Project Center for Environmental Farming Systems sponsored by North Carolina State University – an organization whose objective is to offer financial, technical, and business support to regional farms and food-related businesses, while
About this Episode: Learn about folk culture and heritage with Evan Hatch, Executive Director of Folkmoot USA. Listen to this episode, as he dedicated this to all folks who carry forward their heritage through music, dance, and song! Discover all about the Folkmoot USA with Evan Hatch on this episode! Evan is an expert
About this Episode: In this episode, you'll learn about how folklife preservation is manifested in building community and cultural engagement through the rich culture of North Carolina. Joseph is joined by our special guest Sarah Bryan, who is the Executive Director of the North Carolina Folklife Institute, an organization that for more than four
Why meet up in another generic hotel when you can have a corporate retreat in the spectacular Smoky Mountains? Get out of the office, enjoy nature, and reconnect as a team to the backdrop of some of the most beautiful scenery in the country. Whether you need a small meeting space or a larger
Discover the perfect cabin fever cure with a winter vacation in the Smoky Mountains. One deep breath of crisp mountain air, and those cold weather blues will begin to fade. Wintertime in the Smokies is a unique escape. Snowfall high in the mountains and milder climates in the valleys and foothills deliver a wide variety
If you’re in the Smokies on (or around) New Year’s Eve, there’s no better way to celebrate the hope and possibility of what’s to come than by toasting the future with a glass of the best Smoky Mountain moonshine you’ve ever had! The Smoky Mountains have long been known as a moonshiner’s paradise, and that
Winter is upon us. December 21, 2021 is the winter solstice, the day of the year with the shortest amount of daylight. On this day, the earth has its maximum tilt away from the sun in the Northern hemisphere. In the United States, today is also considered the first official day of winter! In many
From panoramic mountaintop views to sweeping pastoral meadows to picturesque waterfalls, one-of-a-kind romance abounds in the Smoky Mountains. This majestic Appalachian landscape is filled with awe-inspiring natural beauty and unexpected moments that give newlyweds everything they’re looking for to make their fall wedding dreams a reality. From intimate elopements to larger weddings surrounded by family
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is steeped in rich history, Appalachian culture, and stunning natural beauty. Home to a huge variety of plants and animals, with plenty of trails to explore it all, the park is an amazing escape into fresh air and unforgettable memories. It’s no wonder that millions of people visit every
Courtesy of Conserving Carolina Calling all hiking enthusiasts! There’s a brand new trail in town. The Western North Carolina Smoky Mountains boast some pretty well-known hiking trails, but if you’ve been itching for a fresh challenge and an alternate climb, then check out the new 2.1-mile hiking trail that will lead you
