Recreation abounds at Tims Ford – and it’s all built from powerful partnerships. Tims Ford Reservoir has 10,680 acres of water surface that render it a magnet for water lovers. Read more. Tennessee Valley Authority Photo: TVA
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See the Tennessee RiverLine’s event schedule, Plan your upcoming journey on the Tennessee RiverLine, Learn about safety on the water, Explore conceptual designs for Tennessee RiverTowns, including Bridgeport, AL, Shop the Tennessee RiverLine’s UT store, And learn how you can get involved, In the latest Tennessee RiverLine newsletter.
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For a quarter of a century The Land Trust for Tennessee has been at the forefront of conservation efforts to protect and preserve the natural beauty of Tennessee. To celebrate our 25th, we’re excited to share 25 conservation projects that showcase the diversity of our work. Each project represents a significant step forward in our
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An article by Mike Bezemek in the February issue of Blue Ridge Outdoors explores the growing mountain biking opportunities around Chattanooga, from Walden’s Ridge Park to Enterprise South to Lookout Mountain, and more. Read Chattanooga on Two Wheels. (Cover: Blue Ridge Outdoors)
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The Cumberland Naturalist wishes you a Happy New Year, one filled with outdoor adventures and enjoyable encounters with nature. It has been a year and three months since the launch of the Cumberland Naturalist, a replacement for my former blog, the Nickajack Naturalist. Big plans are afoot in 2024 for the continued development of the
You don’t have to go very far to find an abundance of plants, trees, birds, mammals, reptiles, insects, or amphibians. Start in your very own backyard, and you’ll discover biodiversity everywhere. Dogwood Alliance created the Biodiversity in Your Backyard series to help you connect with the natural world all around you. Learn more about what
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The Cumberland Naturalist extends warm wishes to all its readers for an enjoyable Christmas and a new year filled with peace and happiness. A special thank you goes out to the website’s loyal followers. Please stay tuned for exciting developments in the coming year. Bob Butters (Photo: Bob Butters)
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Winter is one of the best times to hike at Tennessee State Parks. You’ll find more solitude, fewer bugs, and beautiful views that were once hidden behind dense foliage. There’s also the chance to experience dramatic winter landscapes decorated with sparkling icicles and fresh snow. Learn more. Brenna Sharpe & Meg Guy – Tennessee State
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The Friends of South Cumberland organization is excited to announce the dates for their 20th Anniversary Trails & Trilliums Naturalist Rally, April 19-21, 2024. Building on last year’s success, the gathering will again be held in Beersheba Springs, adjacent to Savage Gulf State Park and Stone Door. SAVE THE DATE. Registration will open in mid-February. A great list of
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The Open Space Institute, the Thrive Regional Partnership, and partners are working directly with communities in three Southeast states to develop land-based solutions to some of the most severe impacts of climate change, such as flooding and erosion. The initiative was recently featured at Thrive’s Tri-State Summit, with OSI’s Joel Houser leading the discussion. Read
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