by Gary Bailey | Jul 21, 2023 | Attractions, Hiking, History, smoky mountains, Things to do
Nestled within the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains, surrounded by an unbroken symphony of lush greenery, lies a poignant testament to a bygone era – the Walker Sisters cabin. This rustic homestead bears witness to a remarkable chapter in Appalachian history,...
by Gary Bailey | Mar 21, 2023 | Nature, smoky mountains
Spring in the Great Smoky Mountains of Tennessee is a sight to behold. After months of cold and dreary weather, the mountains come alive with a burst of color and life. The forests and meadows are filled with a variety of plant life and flowers that bloom during this...
by Gary Bailey | May 24, 2022 | Hiking, History, Nature, Photos, smoky mountains, Things to do
The Middle Prong Trail is one of the best hikes in the Great Smoky Mountains. It is strenuous, but not TOO strenuous because the trail is wide in most places and well-maintained. We would not, however, describe it as easy because it ascends the entire time (until you...
by Gary Bailey | Apr 14, 2022 | Photos, smoky mountains
Our photographer took a drive through the mountains on the afternoon of April 13th, and came back with some beautiful photos. Wildflowers Mountain Views Wildflowers Mountain Views Wildflowers Mountain...
by Gary Bailey | Nov 5, 2021 | Photos, smoky mountains
The week of November 1st saw this season’s first Smoky Mountain snowfall! Our photographer took a drive up the mountain to take the following pics.
by Gary Bailey | Jul 28, 2021 | Nature, smoky mountains
A controlled burn is the act of purposely setting fire to a portion of a forest in order to improve its health. It seems counter-intuitive to burn something down to make it healthier, but it is a proven method for ridding forests of debris, reduce insect populations...