The Cumberland Naturalist

Exploring nature and the outdoors in the heart of the Southeast.

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Welcome to the Cumberland Naturalist! This site aims to be your one-stop shop for news and information about nature, outdoor recreation, conservation and the nature-connected lifestyle in the heart of the Southeast. Primary focus is on the Cumberland region of Tennessee, Alabama and Georgia, and especially the central South Cumberland region near Chattanooga.

As the successor to the Nickajack Naturalist blog, the website is in its initial stages of development, with more features being planned.

Besides blog articles, check out the preliminary version of the Cumberland Trekker Outdoor Adventure Guide.

 

 

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Seven Wheelchair-Friendly Scenic Overlooks in Tennessee
Great Falls Overlook at Rock Island State Park. (Photo: TN State Parks) From secluded bluffs to scenic boardwalks, check out these seven state parks that offer stunning overlooks...
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Interview with Bike Tennesee - Part 1
Day Fire Podcast announces a new 6-part series with Bike Tennessee. Recently, they sat down with Jenni Veal and Shannon Burke. Jenni has been working to serve rural Tennessee communities...
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Concerns About the Jump-Off Quarry Continue
“We are an endangered species” said Jumpoff resident Jan Brown, expressing concerns about the Tennessee Division of Mining and Geological Resources’ methods of assessing Jumpoff Creek...
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Waxing on About the Cedar Waxwing
Cedar waxwing. (Photo: Bill Thompson / USFWS) Cedar Waxwings are beautiful and charming! Flocks of these fruit-eating birds are a delight to spy among berry-bearing branches across...
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