Tennessee State Parks will host Spring Hikes on Saturday, March 21, the second of the parks’ series of Signature Hikes throughout the year. The hikes, guided by park staff who can point to natural, cultural, and historical features of the parks, are free, and the degree of difficulty can range from moderate to difficult to […]
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The Lookout Mountain Conservancy will hold its seventh annual Boulderfest climbing competition on Saturday, March 21 at its Boulders on Old Wauhatchie, the South’s largest urban natural bouldering park. Held at LMC’s Rockmont Park in St. Elmo, Boulderfest invites climbers of all ages come together to celebrate a day filled with nature, community and friendly
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The Cumberland Naturalist extends thanks to all its readers and warm wishes for an enjoyable Christmas and a new year filled with peace and happiness. Bob Butters Publisher, The Cumberland Naturalist
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The 2025 Tri-State Summit celebrated the power of “Yes, and” thinking, fostering a theme where competing priorities become shared possibilities, and regional progress happens with collaboration. Over the course of the two-day Summit in downtown Chattanooga, participants were inspired, challenged, and energized by the stories, ideas, and experiences they shared. Read more. Thrive Regional Partnership
Recapping Thrive Regional Partnership’s 2025 Tri-State Summit Read More »
The Plateau and Valley Chapter of Statewide Organizing for Community eMpowerment (SOCM) will hold a public meeting on August 21 to discuss the proposed sand and rock quarries on the South Cumberland Plateau and their potential effects on local communities and the environment. Topics of discussion will include updates on the proposed sand and rock quarry in Jumpoff, on the legal battle around the Clouse
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A photography project for 2025, where each month I present several of my favorite photos taken during the preceding month. Watch next month for July’s photos. All photos by Bob Butters. In case you missed it, check out May’s photos here.
Bob’s Best Shots – June Read More »
The South Chickamauga Creek Greenway sustained significant damage from storms in May, causing Chattanooga Parks and Outdoors to close a section of the boardwalk. Read more. Kailee Shores – Chattanooga Times Free Press Photo: Chattanooga Times Free Press
Chattanooga is going all out for Earth Week 2025, and you’re invited to be part of the movement! From the mountains to the riverfront, the city will come alive with free events, outdoor adventures, volunteer opportunities, and celebrations of sustainability. This year is extra special—Chattanooga is proudly celebrating its new title as the first National
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Though the days are short, the lack of leaves and rich resources make fall and winter the perfect seasons for birding. Read more. Susan Ehrenclou – Tennessee Valley Authority Photo: Billy Weeks / TVA
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Warm wishes are extended to all our readers for an enjoyable Christmas and a new year filled with peace and happiness. The Cumberland Naturalist is taking a two week break for the holidays and will be back the first full week of January, ready to hit the ground running in 2025. Bob Butters
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