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August Planned Activities at South Cumberland

Friday, August 20, 2010

10:00 a.m.
Tree ID Field Guide
Meet at the Stone Door Ranger Station to make your own tree ID field guide. All materials will be supplied.

2:00 p.m.
Volunteer Day: Blue Hole Clean up/Swim Day
All volunteers welcome. Meet the Ranger at the Greeter Falls parking lot. We will have hands-on education on swimming area maintenance and safety. Afterwards, we will enjoy the swimming area at its best. Wear swimwear and proper hiking shoes. Bring water and a towel.

Saturday, August 21, 2010

9:00 a.m.
Rock Necklaces
Meet at the Stone Door Ranger Station to make your own nature necklace. All materials will be provided just bring your creativity.

2:00 p.m.
Make Your Own Terrarium/Aquarium
Meet Ranger Chase at the Stone Door Ranger Station. Please bring any empty 2 liter bottles you have at home. We will be making and decorating land or water containers for you to bring home and fill with your own fish, insects, or small critters.

Sunday, August 22, 2010

10:00 a.m.
Nature Hike: Blue Hole
Meet Ashlie at the Greeter Falls parking lot for a 1 mile guided hike to Blue Hole swimming area. Stay for a swim or follow us out for a quick hike. We will discuss native plants and animals that we come across and answer any questions. Bring water and proper hiking footwear (wear swimwear if desired).

2:00 p.m.
Tick Madness
Learn about the much maligned tick and its cousin the chigger. Meet at the Visitor’s Center. Ticks provided, bring your own chigger!

Sunday, August 22, 2010

2:00 p.m.
Drawing Nature
For all ages. Meet Ranger Chase at the Stone Door Ranger Station. We will discuss and demonstrate different native animals and plants and how to draw them. Materials provided.

3:00 p.m.
Slideshow
Meet Ranger George for an informative slideshow on the Savage Gulf/Stone Door Area. Meet at the Savage Gulf Ranger Station.

Friday, August 27, 2010

10:00 a.m.
Scavenger Hunt
Meet at the Stone Door Ranger Station and test your detective skills by tracking down objects in the woods. All materials will be provided. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

2:00 p.m.
Volunteer Day: Exotic Invasive Plant Removal
All volunteers welcome. Meet the Ranger at the Stone Door office. We will have hands-on education on exotic invasive plant removal. Learn why, when, and how to remove the plants that are harming our native species. Please bring water and proper clothing. All tools used will be provided.

7:00 p.m.
Evening Meadow
The setting sun gives a brilliant backdrop to the meadow wildflowers. Meet Ranger Jason at the Visitor’s Center for this easy 1.5 mile walk.

Saturday, August 28, 2010

8:00 a.m.
Nature Hike: Stone Door
Meet the Ranger at the Stone Door Ranger Station for a 2 mile guided hike to the Great Stone Door. We will discuss native plants and animals that we come across and answer any questions. Bring water and proper hiking footwear.

2:00 p.m.
Soap Making
Meet the Ranger at the Stone Door Ranger Station. We will discuss traditional methods of soap making and demonstrate some easy ways to make soap at home with a few common household materials.

Sunday, August 29, 2010

8:00 a.m.
Skinny Point Hike
Meet Ranger Jason at Foster Falls parking lot for this 5 mile hike along the rim of the plateau. Bring water and a snack.

9:00 a.m.
Volunteer Day: Blue Hole Clean Up/Swim Day
All volunteers welcome. Meet the Ranger at the Greeter Falls parking lot. We will have a hands-on education on swimming area, maintenance and safety. Afterwards , we will enjoy the swimming area at its best. Wear swimwear and proper hiking shoes. Bring water and a towel.

2:00 p.m.
Animal Tracks
Meet Ranger Chase at the Stone Door Ranger Station. We will be discussing native animals and creating your own field guides. You can take these with you and identify tracks left around the park and around your home.
 

September Planned Activities at South Cumberland

Friday, September 3, 2010

2:00 p.m.
Spiders
Meet the Ranger at the Stone Door Ranger Station to learn about native spiders. We will learn to identify native spiders, including dangerous ones. Craft supplies will be available for spider web art.

4:00 p.m.
Nature Hike - Boulders Crossing
Meet Seasonal Ranger Aaron at the Collins West parking lot for a strenuous 3-mile hike over beautiful, rocky terrain to view the Collins River and Suter Falls. Along the way we will identify some native trees and wildflowers. Bring water/snack and sturdy shoes. 

7:30 p.m.
Night  Canoe
Experience the peacefulness of Grundy Lakes at night and gaze at the stars reflected in the water. Meet at the Grundy Lakes main parking lot;  must bring flashlights. Call the Visitor’s Center to reserve space. Children will receive their very own glow stick for participation, but they must bring their parents with them.

Saturday, September  4, 2010
9:00 a.m.
Mountain Oak Loop Hike
Meet Seasonal Ranger Aaron at Savage Gulf Ranger Station for a difficult 10-mile hike that has some beautiful overlooks of Savage Gulf and our Big Tree trail. Pack your lunch, water, and wear sturdy shoes. This is an awesome trek for seasoned hikers only. 

2:00 p.m.
Aquatic Critter Detective
Hop in the creek at Grundy Forest to look for aquatic critters.  The rocks are slippery, so wear something you don’t mind getting wet. 

2:00 p.m.
Outdoor Preparedness
Meet Ranger Chase at the Stone Door Ranger Station. We will discuss a variety of supplies to bring with you on the trail, whether out for an hour or a week. We will also discuss and different survival methods, just in case you become stranded in the wilderness.

6:30  p.m.
Evening Canoe
Watch the sunset as you float gently in the lake. Meet at the Grundy Lakes main parking lot. Space and equipment are limited, so call the Visitor’s Center to reserve a space.

Sunday, September 5, 2010

2:00 p.m.
Animal Tracks
Meet Ranger Chase at the Stone Door Ranger Station. We will be discussing native animals and creating your own field guides. You can take these with you and identify tracks left around the park and your home.

2:30 p.m.
Bat and Moth Game
Ever wondered how bats find their food? Find out what it’s like to be a bat as you play this fun game! Meet at the Visitor’s Center.

Suitable for preschool age and up. Children, bring your parents.

3:00 p.m.
Slideshow
Meet Ranger George at the Savage Gulf Ranger Station for an informative slideshow on the Savage Gulf/ Stone Door area.

3:30 p.m.
Find –A– Tree
Use your sense of touch and smell to learn about nature close-up as you play this game. Meet at the Visitor’s Center.  Preschool and up

Monday, September 6, 2010

9:00 a.m.
Hike to Horsepound/Suter Falls
Meet Seasonal Ranger Aaron at the Collin's West parking lot for a strenuous 6-mile hike to see beautiful Horsepound and Suter Falls. This is a tough hike so bring plenty of water, a snack, and wear sturdy shoes.

2:00 p.m.
Chalk Drawing
Meet at the Visitor’s Center pavilion to draw your favorite animal, etc.

4:30 p.m.
Hiker’s Challenge
Challenge yourself with the difficult Climber’s  Loop hike near Foster Falls. Meet in the Foster Falls parking lot, bring water and bug spray.

Sunday, September 7, 2010

5:00 p.m.
Photography Hike
Amateurs and professionals alike will enjoy the amazing Stone Door as well as some gorgeous overlooks of the gulf. Easy 1 mile hike; paved most of the way except for the last few yards leading to the Stone Door and the second overlook.

Friday, September 10, 2010

10:30 a.m.
Pinecone  Birdfeeders
Join us at the Stone Door Ranger Station to learn about our feathered friends and their role in the ecosystem while we make pinecone birdfeeders.

2:00 p.m.
Blue Hole Trash Cleanup
Come and lend a hand, care for your land.  Meet at the Greeter Falls parking lot  to take a walk down to the Blue Hole for a fun trash cleanup. Bring gloves, water and a bathing suit if you want to take a swim. Meet Seasonal Ranger Aaron at the Savage Gulf Ranger Station. We will be discussing native trees and making our own field guides. You will be able to take these with you to identify native trees around the park and around your home.

Saturday, September 11, 2010

1:30p.m.
Scavenger Hunt
Meet at the Stone Door Ranger Station to test your detective skills by tracking down objects in the woods. All materials will be provided.

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

2:00 p.m.
Paint Your Own Birdhouse
Meet the ranger at the Stone Door Ranger Station to decorate a birdhouse to bring home. All materials will be provided, but you must save your place by calling the ranger station before September 4th (931-692-3887).

Sunday, September 12, 2010

8:00 a.m.
Nature Hike
Meet at the Stone Door Ranger Station to learn some Tennessee native trees and wildflowers and soak up some incredible views. This is an easy family friendly 2-mile hike, so bring the kids, water and a snack!

2:00 p.m.
Drawing Nature
For all ages.  Meet Ranger Chase at the Stone Door Ranger Station. We will discuss and demonstrate different native animals and plants and how to draw them. Materials provided.

Friday, September 17, 2010

9:00 a.m.
Hike Savage Day Loop
Meet Seasonal Ranger Aaron at Savage Gulf Ranger Station for a moderate 5-mile hike on the Savage Day Loop.  We will see Savage Falls and the beautiful Rattlesnake Point overlook. Bring water/snack, and wear sturdy shoes. 

10:00 a.m.
Tree ID Guide
Meet at the Stone Door Ranger Station to create your own backyard tree ID field guide. All materials will be provided.

2:00 p.m.
Volunteer Day-Trail Basics
All volunteers welcome. Meet at the Stone Door Ranger Station to join us for some hands-on trail education and maintenance, including trail demonstrations, safety concerns, water management, and exotic invasive plant removal.

Saturday, September 18, 2010

8:00 a.m.
Meadow Trail Stroll
Come see the late Summer wildflowers that adorn the Meadow Trail. Meet Park Ranger Jason at the Visitor Center for an easy 1.5 mile stroll.

9:00 a.m.
What is the Woolly Adelgid?
Meet Seasonal Ranger Aaron at the Grundy Forest parking lot for a moderate 2-mile hike. Along the trail are numerous old-growth Eastern Hemlock trees that left untreated could be destroyed by the Woolly Adelgid. We will discuss the insect's potential impact on our forests, and what can be done to minimize its impact in our area. Bring water/snack and wear sturdy shoes.

9:30 a.m.
Dream Catchers
Meet at the Stone Door Ranger station to learn some Native American history while we create our own dream catchers.

2:00 p.m.
Outdoor Preparedness/Survival
Meet Ranger Chase at the Stone Door Ranger Station. We will discuss a variety of supplies to bring with you on the trail, whether out for an hour or a week. We will also discuss and demonstrate different survival methods, just in case you  become stranded in the wilderness.

Sunday, September 19, 2010

9:00 a.m.
Frog Frenzy
Meet at the Stone Door Ranger Station to learn about our amphibian friends, we will discuss their habitats, life cycles, and importance in the ecosystem.

2:00 p.m.
Animal Tracks
Meet Ranger Chase at the Stone Door Ranger  Station. We will be discussing native animals and creating your own field guides. You can take these with you and identify tracks left around the park and around your home.

Friday, September 24, 2010        

10:00 a.m.
Tie-Dye
Meet at the Stone Door Ranger Station to make some awesome tie-dye.

BRING YOUR OWN SHIRT, dye will be provided. Limit one shirt per person please.

12:00 p.m.
Sport Climbing How-To-Clinic
Are you ready to move from the world of top-roping to sport climbing?

Meet Ranger Jason at the Foster Falls parking lot for a beginner’s course on this different style of rock climbing. Basic skills of climbing and rope work required. Call the Park Office to reserve your spot (931)924-2980.

2:00 p.m.
Water Filters
Meet Ranger Chase at the Stone discussing water quality and show you how to make a water filter from common materials to prepare contaminated water for boiling and drinking.

4:00 p.m.
Backpacking Basics
Meet Seasonal Ranger Aaron at Savage Gulf picnic area for an informative talk for beginning backpackers. Come learn the essentials to a fun and successful trip in the backcountry.

Saturday, September 25, 2010

2:00 p.m.
Paint the Pet Rock
Join us at the Stone Door Ranger Station to create your own pet rock.

All materials will be provided, just bring your creativity.

3:00 p.m.
Help The Hemlock
Meet at the Stone Door Ranger Station to learn all about the Eastern Hemlock. We will discuss identification, taxonomy, survival uses, distribution, and threats from the Wooly Adelgid.  Learn what you can do to help an important part of our forest.

6:00 p.m.
Sunset/Night Hike to Savage Falls
Meet Seasonal Ranger Aaron at the Savage Gulf Ranger Station for a moderate 4-mile hike to see beautiful Savage Falls. You  will get to experience the difference between night and day at the park. Bring water/snack, bug repellent, and wear sturdy shoes. Bring a headlamp or flashlight.

Sunday, September 26, 2010

9:00 a.m.
Nature Hike-Greeter Falls
Join Ashlie at the Greeter Falls parking lot to enjoy a moderate 2-mile hike to beautiful Greeter Falls. Bring sturdy shoes, water and swimwear so you can take a quick dip!

2:00 p.m.
Drawing Nature
For all ages. Meet Ranger Chase at he Stone Door Ranger Station. We will discuss and demonstrate different native animals and plants and how to draw them. Materials provided.

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