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Our National Park Service staff are under seige, as so many federal employees are, from trump and Elon Musk's unfair attacks on our federal government agencies with haphazard and frankly cruel mass firings of public servants (not truly based on inefficiency or poor performance) along with spending and hiring freezes that are traumatizing and debilitating park employees and surrounding communities, creating a culture of fear and demoralization (the rhetoric not only lacks appreciation but is insulting). What little we gain in $ savings are outweighed by the massive long-term costs for everyone. I turned to a career public servant with over 40 years in the National Park Service -- retired Supervisory Forester Kristine Johnson from Great Smoky Mountains National Park, still living and volunteering in Gatlinburg, TN-- to have her on the "In Tune to Nature" show to help us understand what is going on and how these firings and spending freezes are really affecting park employees and morale on the ground (kids and the broader Gatlinburg community included). In our 47-minute conversation, Kristine also shares the potential long-term harmful impacts on wild animal residents and park habitats, concerns about the government privatizing park jobs and prioritizing recreation over wildlife and scientific research, public and wild animal safety issues, and what we as citizens can do now to help support our parks in this crisis. Prior to the trump regime, our national parks were already overloaded with tourists who love them, while being chronically understaffed and underfunded. The parks can't afford to lose any more dedicated staff, so American citizens need to step up to defend them if we truly care. Do we have the power to get these hardworking and talented folks re-hired if we tell our U.S. Senators and Representative that's what we demand?! Let's find out. Organizations who are speaking out and can serve as resources for us are: PEER: Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility The Coalition to Protect America's National Parks The National Park Conservation Association Indivisible.org "In Tune to Nature" is a weekly radio show airing Wednesdays at 6pm Eastern Time on 89.3FM-Atlanta radio and streaming worldwide on wrfg.org (Radio Free Georgia, a nonprofit indie station) hosted by me, Carrie Freeman, or Melody Paris. The show's website and action items can be found at https://wrfg.org/in-tune-to-nature/  Please support nonprofit indie media like our Radio Free Georgia station at https://wrfg.org/  Thank you! Take care of yourself and others, including the imperiled public servants in our federal agencies. Photo Credit: Supervisory Forester Kristine Johnson, by Joye Ardyn Durham, upon her retirement from GSMNP in 2021. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed on In Tune to Nature do not necessarily reflect those of WRFG, its board, staff or volunteers. 

Strange Stories From The Great Smoky Mountains National Park!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-persons-mysteries--5624803/support.

In this episode of Hay Now, we dive into the fascinating world of wildlife conservation as we sit down with Joe Yarkovich, a wildlife biologist for the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, who shares his experiences and insights into protecting the park's diverse ecosystem. Tune in as we explore the challenges and triumphs of preserving nature's wonders.To learn more about our park visit: nps.gov/grsm

In this season Jill G & Mike R hit the road in a camper van to day hike the Appalachian Trail (the longest footpath in the world.) Along the way we will highlight and share our favorite day hikes, local adventures, hidden gems, tips, tricks, and iconic pieces of both the AT and the Trail Towns that connect this footpath with the rest of the country. In today's episode we highlight the AT Hikes and Tennessee Trail Towns we experienced with our special guest Linda from the Black Bear Resort in Hampton Tennessee! A few links for this episode: 1. Black Bear Resort: https://blackbearresorttn.com/ 2. Dennis Cove: https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/cherokee/recarea/?recid=34994 3. Roan Highlands: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/north-carolina/appalachian-trail-carvers-gap-to-roan-mountain 4. AT Conservancy: https://appalachiantrail.org/ 5. GSMNP: https://www.nps.gov/grsm/index.htm If you don't already, make sure you subscribe to our podcast by searching "Hashtag 59" on your podcasts app! Keep in touch with us on our website www.Hashtag59.com for our latest podcast episodes, blogs, and event schedule! #Hashtag59

Lots of people head to the Smoky Mountains and some of them actually get out of their car and hit the trails. If you want to be one of those people, listen to Meg who is a seasoned hiker in GSMNP.

Last episode Daryl and Meg introduced you to the wonderful world of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This episode, they dive into a discussion about some of the amazing wildlife you will find there, and even some of the wildlife you won't.

In this episode, Courtney talks with Chris “Roll Tide” Marshburn, a newly minted Ridge Runner for the ATC in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. They talk about how Chris came to crave a change from litigation to outdoor adventures, what the hut caretaking system is like in the White Mountains and he answers the question: “What is it like to work on trail?”   About Chris: Chris was born in Raleigh, North Carolina and grew up in Central Florida. He is a graduate of Davidson College and the Vanderbilt University School of Law. Chris enjoyed a long and successful legal career in Memphis, Tennessee, first as an assistant district attorney and then doing personal injury defense litigation as staff counsel for two insurance companies. Chris has a son and daughter both in Memphis of which he is very proud as well as a new granddaughter. Though busy with work and family Chris has been an avid hiker and backpacker most of his life, and he has been fortunate to enjoy many of the great outdoors spaces in this country, including long sections of the Appalachian Trail in Georgia, New England and the Great Smoky Mountains. Recently Chris made the decision to take a break from the practice of law and pursue opportunities in outdoor stewardship, a long-held passion. In 2022 Chris served as a backcountry caretaker for the Appalachian Mountain Company in the White National Forest, and was responsible for one of the busiest campsites along the Appalachian Trail. Chris has earned certifications in wilderness first aid and as a Leave No Trace Trainer, and recently became a member of the Smoky Mountain Hiking Club. Chris is thrilled to be serving as the long season Ridgerunner in GSMNP. Follow Chris: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/tndefender/?hl=en Facebook https://www.facebook.com/christopher.marshburn?mibextid=LQQJ4d Remember, I'd love to hear from you on any topic that comes up in the show or if you know someone that would be a great guest for the show. Email me at hikingunfiltered@gmail.com. Enjoying the show? Leave us a review wherever you listen to the podcast. It really helps the show! You can also leave a voicemail for me on through the website. I may even share it on the show! Click here: https://www.hikingradionetwork.com/show/hiking-unfiltered/ You can join the Unfiltered community on Facebook to share your questions and show ideas. https://www.facebook.com/HikingUnfiltered You also find me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hikingunfiltered/ Check out the other shows on the Hiking Radio Network https://www.hikingradionetwork.com/ Stuff I love! Show the love with t-shirts and goodies from the Hiking Radio Network Trading Post https://hrntradingpost.com/ Get your Myaderm CBD pain relief products here: https://www.myaderm.com/ Use the code HIKING at checkout to get 20% off your first order! Start your own Riverside Podcast here: https://riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=cam

CreepGeeks Podcast Episode 259  INTRO You're listening to CreepGeeks Podcast This is Season 6 Episode 259: Bigfoot Riding Trains, Natural Tunnel, and Bears O my!  In this fine episode: We wonder if Bigfoot would hitch a ride on a train, explore Natural Tunnel State Park, and make it clear bears are very present in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Thank you to all our Patreon Supporters! Want to Support the podcast? Join us on Patreon! CreepGeeks Paranormal and Weird News is creating Humorous Paranormal Podcasts, Interviews, and Videos!  What is the CreepGeeks Paranormal and Weird News Podcast?  We broadcast paranormal news and share our strange experiences from our underground bunker in the mountains of Western North Carolina. Hey Everyone! You can call the show and leave us a message!  1-575-208-4025 Use Amazon Prime Free Trial! Did you know YOU can support the CreepGeeks Podcast with little to no effort? Won't cost you anything!  When you shop on Amazon.com use our affiliate link and we get a small percentage!  It doesn't change your price at all. It helps us to keep the coffee flowing and gas in the Albino Rhino!  CreepGeeks Podcast is an Amazon Affiliate CheapGeek and CreepGeeks Amazon Page's Amazon Page    We've got Bigfoot Coffee! Support the Show: CreepGeeks Swag Shop!  Website- CREEPGEEKS PARANORMAL AND WEIRD NEWS Hey everyone! Help us out!  Rate us on iTunes!  ‎CreepGeeks Paranormal and Weird News Podcast on Apple Podcasts  NEWS:    Train riding Bigfoot-    Railroading Sasquatches – Stan Courtney  http://stancourtney.com/sounds/2012.03.27_train_01.mp3  Natural Tunnel State Park Adventure   Natural Tunnel State Park    Smoky Mountains has Bears Full of Death.   Body Found in GSMNP, Bear Scavenging Remains Great Smoky Mountains: Park trails closed due to feeding bears  Bear Euthanized after attack inside Gatlinburg Cabin   AD- Want to Start your own podcast? https://signup.libsyn.com/?promo_code=CREEP  Looking for something unique and spooky? Check out Omi's new Etsy, CraftedIntent: CraftedIntent: Simultaneously BeSpoke and Spooky. by CraftedIntent  Want CreepGeeks Paranormal Investigator stickers? Check them out here: CraftedIntent - Etsy  Check out Omi's new Lucky Crystal Skull Creations: https://etsy.me/3UWRqCP  Get Something From Amazon Prime! CheapGeek and CreepGeeks Amazon Page's Amazon Page     Cool Stuff on Amazon -Squatch Metalworks Microsquatch Keychain:  Microsquatch Keychain Bottle Opener with Carabiner. Laser-cut, stone-tumbled stainless steel. DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED IN THE USA.  Amazon Influencer!  CheapGeek and CreepGeeks Amazon Page's Amazon Page   Instagram?  Creep Geeks Podcast (@creepgeekspod) • Instagram photos and videos   Omi Salavea (@craftedintent) • Instagram photos and videos  CreepGeeks Podcast (@creepgeekspodcast) TikTok | Watch CreepGeeks Podcast's Newest TikTok Videos  Need to Contact Us? Email Info: contact@creepgeeks.com  Attn Greg or Omi  Want to comment on the show? omi@creepgeeks.com   greg@creepgeeks.com   Business Inquiries: contact@creepgeeks.com   CreepGeeks Podcast Store   Music: Music is Officially Licensed through Audiio.com. License available upon request. #ghosts #ghostadventures #creepgeeks Tags: bigfoot, sasquatch, ghost, ghostadventures2022, ghostadventures new season, ghostober, skinwalker, EVP, Queen Elizabeth, TikTok EVP, Cryptid, Piranha, giant squid, cheapgeek

Episode No. 567 features artist Rose B. Simpson and author Brent Martin. The Institute for Contemporary Art, Boston is showing "Rose B. Simpson: Legacies," an exhibition of 14 sculptures Simpson has made over the last eight years. It was curated by Jeffrey De Blois and is on view through January 29, 2023. Rose B. Simpson is included in two other New England presentations: her Counterculture is installed at Field Farm, a Trustees property in Williamstown, Mass.; and in "Ceramics in the Expanded Field," at MASS MoCA. Counterculture was organized by Jamilee Lacy and will be on view through April 30, 2023. "Ceramics," which is up until early March 2023, was curated by Susan Cross. This fall The Fabric Workshop and Museum in Philadelphia will feature "Rose B. Simpson: Dream House." The exhibition opens October 7. Across ceramic sculpture, performance, installation, and more, Simpson's work addresses ideas as far ranging as resistance, apocalypse, spirituality, and automobile design. Museums such as the University of New Mexico Art Museum (Simpson lives in Santa Clara Pueblo), Nevada Museum of Art, the Savannah College of Art and Design's SCAD Museum of Art, and the Pomona College Museum of Art have all presented solo exhibitions of her work, and Simpson has been in group shows at the Henry Art Gallery, the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts, the Cleveland Museum of Art, the Denver Museum of Art, and plenty more. Martin discusses his new book "George Masa's Wild Vision," which was recently published by Hub City Press. Masa was an Asheville, North Carolina-based photographer who had a significant impact on the establishment of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and on determining the Southern route of the Appalachian Trail, the two crown jewels of the eastern United States' natural infrastructure. Amazon and Indiebound offer the book for around $25.

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb recap some of their most recent fly fishing adventures and interview some special people in their life. They discuss: -What really matters on a fishing trip. -Taking Foster (Joshua's 10-year-old son) on his first wading trip in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park -Adventures behind the vise -Taking their mom on he first fly fishing float trip -Battling mother nature and much more! Mentioned in this episode: Sly Fishing Outfitters: https://slyfishingoutfitters.com/ Pigeon River Outfitters: https://www.pigeonriveroutfittersnc.com/ Anadromous Fly Company: https://www.aflyco.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dadsonthefly/support

The Section Hiker Spotlight this week goes to guest Cindy Taylor. Cindy initially reached out to Jester via email to share her goal of completing all the trails in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in sections. What you will hear is that there is so much more to her current journey than just hiking the miles. Cindy shares with us about the loss of both of her parents, working in healthcare, her own mental health, and learning to document her journey along the way. Thanks for Listening and Happy Section Hiking! GSMNP 900 Miler Resources: Brown Book: https://www.smokiesinformation.org/hiking-trails-of-the-smokies Day Hiking The Smokies: https://www.smokiesinformation.org/day-hikers-guide-to-all-the-trails-in-the-smoky-mountains 900 Miler Club: https://www.smhclub.org/900-Miler-Club Weather Forecast: https://www.mountain-forecast.com/ Hiking The Smokies: https://www.facebook.com/groups/606937769492136 SM 900 Miler Gals: https://www.facebook.com/groups/377881810568556 Online Trail Map: https://www.nps.gov/grsm/planyourvisit/upload/GSMNP-Trail-Map_JULY21.pdf Connect with Cindy Taylor: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CindyHikes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cleotay73/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cindy.o.taylor Connect with Julie "Jester" Gayheart: Email: jester@jestersectionhiker.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jestersectionhiker/ Website: https://solo.to/jestersectionhiker Music for the Podcast provided by: The Okee Dokee Brothers - "Through The Woods" http://www.okeedokee.org/

In this episode of the Crack House Chronicles, Donnie and Dale discuss the disappearance of Thelma Pauline Melton (Polly) who was hiking on Deep Creek Trail in The Great Smoky Mountains National Park with two friends on September 25, 1981. She was last seen shortly after 4:00 p.m. that day, when Melton suddenly sped up her pace and walked ahead of her companions. They saw her walk over a hill on the trail and out of their view and was never seen again. https://crackhousechronicles.com/ Check out our MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/user/crackhousechronicles Sponsors: https://betterhelp.com/chc If you use this link or Promo Code CHC, BetterHELP will give you 10% off your first months bill. Sources: https://charleyproject.org/case/thelma-pauline-melton https://www.doenetwork.org/cases/483dftn.html https://unsolvedappalachia.org/thelma-pauline-melton/  

Spring break means it's time to kick back and relax! Let's take another look at some of the freshest binge worthy content on Disney+! But first, travel news, including DVC comes to the Poly,Tornado meets Cruise Ship, Disneyland's PB&J Mac is just as bad as it sounds but could be worse, Star Wars word games, and fancy treehouses in the Smoky Mountains! Grab some popcorn and dust off the remote, it's time to hit the trail with the Gold Key Adventurers Society! More big changes are coming to Walt Disney World's Polynesian Village Resort, as the Luau Cove is permanently closing, and that area will be used to construct a new DVC tower https://bit.ly/PolyDVCTower  Cruising through tornado in New Orleans https://bit.ly/TornadoCruise That…special PB and J Mac and cheese at Disneylands food and wine festival might not be quite as bad as we thought. https://bit.ly/DLPBJMacSucks  New treehouse resort coming to GSMNP https://bit.ly/SMTreehouseResort  The word game sensation that is sweeping the nation now comes in a Star Wars flavor! https://bit.ly/StarWarsWordle  As always, a huge thank you to our sponsor, Key to the World Travel. For all your travel needs, Key to the World's expert travel advisors are standing by. Make sure you tell them the Gold Key Adventurers sent you!   Proud to be a Feedspot Top 100 Disney Podcast! https://bit.ly/GKASFeedSpotDisney    Thanks to Outer Vibe for the use of their song Hoka Hey off of the album Hoka Hey as the intro and outro of our show. For tour dates, merch, music and more, check them out at www.outervibe.com.   Don't forget to  subscribe to the show to make sure you don't miss a single week of adventure. While you're at it, how about leaving us a rating and review?   Word of mouth is the best way for us to grow our society of intrepid adventurers-if you have a friend or two who might enjoy our particular brand of adventure and silliness, send them our way.   The Gold Key Adventurers Society is always looking for new members! Find all our episodes, links and info at https://www.goldkeyadventurers.com. Make sure you follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/GoldKeyAdventurersSociety, on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/gkaspodcast, and on Twitter at https://twitter.com/GKASPodcast.    Show The Gold Key Adventurers some love by buying the hosts a coffee (or two or ten?) at https://bit.ly/KofiDonateToGKAS   Better yet, try one of Expedition Roasters' delicious theme park and pop culture inspired flavored coffees! Using our affiliate link will help keep the Gold Key Adventurers caffeinated and making great content for you! https://bit.ly/ExpeditionRoastersGKAS    Remember, life is short and the world is wide. So go have an adventure!  

This week, our guest is Butch Mcdade, he is a retired Ranger with the National Park Service who now lives in East Tennessee. He has worked all over the nation at some of the most beautiful National Parks in America but finished up his career working in the GSMNP where his Field School Programs have been extremely popular. He still conducts them as a part-time employee in retirement. He is an avid hiker and knows the park like the back of his hand and is an accomplished guide. Butch is also a fine writer, having written multiple feature articles for well-known magazines.The Smoky Mountain Field School enhances appreciation, understanding, and stewardship of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the natural world while promoting the idea of learning as a joyful and enriching part of life. From indoor workshops to outdoor field adventures, there are over 80 workshops and programs covering topics such as wildlife, wildflowers, forests, history, and hiking to name just a few!‍Tune in for this fun conversation at TalkRadio.nyc or watch the Facebook Livestream by clicking here.Show NotesSegment 1Joseph starts the episode off by discussing children's literacy. He discusses two programs, one of which is the storybook trail of the Smokies, which allows visitors to experience a Smokies themed book while on trails. It allows young readers to bring the book to life by experiencing the book in the mountains. The other program is Dolly Parton's Imagination Library. She started the program after being inspired by her childhood. Joseph introduces today's guest, Butch Mcdade, a retired park ranger. Butch talks about the parks in which he worked throughout his over 30 year long career. Living in Chattanooga Butch applied for his first full time job in a park at the Chattanooga Military Park. Butch continues on, walking the audience through more opf his career and more parks he has worked in both in and outside the Smokies. He always saw the Smokies as his mountains though, so they were where he ended up. The two discuss the trails in the Smokies, expounding on the wide varieties of trails in the park, with something for everyone. Butch worked in a visitor center just outside of Gatlinburg for his whole time working in the Smokies.Segment 2Coming back from the break, Butch talks about the reason why he ended up back in the Smokies. Besides having been where he grew up, he likes that there is always something new to learn and see in the Smokies. Joseph asks Butch to discuss some of his favorite trails and hikes in the mountains. After discussing his favorite trails, Butch gives his best recommendations for tourists for if they only have one day in the park. The two dive further into these locations, discussing the differences between some of the spots on weekdays versus weekends. Butch discusses his involvement with the Smoky Mountains Field School. The goal of the school is to bring people into the park and teach them the history of the park, science, and more. Butch discusses hikes he has and will lead with the school.Segment 3Butch discusses some of the areas and mountains surrounding the Smokies. The pair move on to discuss preparation for the park. Joseph talks about one of his favorite places in the park, slide rock. Joseph asks Butch to talk about some of his favorite things to do in the park outside of hiking as well as some of his favorite towns. Butch enjoys biking but warns to stay off main roads as this can be dangerous. Butch has written many books and articles, many of which are about the Smokies. He discusses the content of these books, one of which is about artists in the mountains. He dives deeper into these artists and recommends some of their work. Not only are his books about the Smokies, but he contributed to one about the Appalachians.Segment 4Moving into the last section of today's episode, Joseph asks Butch about an article he was a part of. Butch describes this artcile which discusses a missing child and the rangers who helped her sister find his grave. Butch discusses some of his other experiences, both hikes and other articles he has written. He is a contributing writer to many different magazines and publishers. Butch shares resources he has and places where people can find his books. Joseph ends the episode by thanking Butch for coming on today and sharing his own resources and sponsors.

Gemini, Foxtrot, Burrito, and Arthur meet up at Daddy Juice Energy Studio to spend quality time behind the mics with their part-time friends and share ideas and commentary about life, lunch, news, and the ongoing quest for knowledge. After the introduction, Gemini and Foxtrot were given a fat check from a returning deepfake sponsor: Sogi Crispee Flakes. A new script was provided, and the dapper duo do what they do best, botch the read. Arthur works with Gemini and Foxtrot to improve the read, but then it goes to Burrito and Gemini doing the read. Burrito is back in the office where the cleaning crew started steam cleaning the carpet near the end of the day making Burrito cough non-stop. In Slam City, Gemini Jackson’s convenience stores are called Gemini-Marts. He hit the lottery and reinvested into the community as a slumlord. Gemini-Mart competes with Burrito’s Bodega. What I Had For Lunch brought to you by Jankem Podz. The returning sponsor gets a new ad read, and the hosts discuss the new flavor of pod. The Fortune Teller makes a brief appearance to answer Foxtrot’s question. Gemini Jackson’s Umami Cookbook has 69 recipes for cooking long pig. Burrito made fideo at home. Foxtrot made a microwavable steak burrito bowl. Gemini made breakfast for lunch: eggs, bacon, and Balmuda toast. The conversation goes into a discussion about Balmuda toast, the Four Horsemen, and the Quantimino™. This is the Newz Man shot his male doctor after he ejaculated during a prostate exam (fake but funny). Backpackers find body at GSMNP campsite; Bear found scavenging on remains euthanized. Newhall School District Cancels Classes Tuesday After Ransomware Attack. 100-million-year-old giant sperm found preserved in amber is the oldest ever. Chuck E. Cheese wants to destroy 7 billion prize tickets. Nintendo discontinued the 3DS console line after almost a decade. iPhone's new 'orange dot' feature warns you when an app is listening. An Alaska dentist who extracted a patient's tooth on a hoverboard sentenced to 12 years in jail. Detroit Driver Arrested After Successfully Jumping Over Drawbridge. A Sold Out Flight That Goes Nowhere. A Florida woman was attacked by a 10-foot, 4-inch alligator while trimming trees. Woman falls out of a car window onto the highway while filming a Snapchat video. The CIA sent a team of 4 operators on a spy mission targeting China. None came back. Tesla on Autopilot hits over 90 mph before police flag down a sleepy driver. Woman sues Tokyo company after having to work 48 days in a row with limited bathroom breaks. Sizzler files for bankruptcy as the pandemic demolishes sales at casual-dining restaurants. Man Convicted For Smearing Semen On Co-Worker's Belongings. Vivica A. Fox Tests Negative for COVID-19 After Pulling Out of Emmys Due to False Positive. Cult leader who claims to be the reincarnation of Jesus arrested in Russia. MTA board to formally ban pooping in subways and buses. Aichi man gets 10 months in prison for saying "I got corona" in an electronics store. Over 130,000 Japanese netizens rank the Top 20 anime opening themes of all time. Let's Talk About Your Windshield Wiper Attitude. A Vietnamese factory was busted recycling hundreds of thousands of used condoms. & MORE! The complete list of news stories covered is at SlamCityRadio.com . WTF We Learned This Week: Seedless watermelons are genetically modified by crossing a watermelon variety that has its chromosomes in groups of four with a variety that keeps them in pairs. The offspring can't handle three chromosomes, so it doesn't produce seeds. There's a species of octopus with seven arms. What’s a Rabbel-Rouser. Deepfake Sponsors: Sogi Crispee Flakes, Jankem Podz, Booba Gettz The Crazy One, Blo-N-Go Hair Dryers

Man shot his male doctor after he ejaculated during a prostate exam (fake but funny). Backpackers find body at GSMNP campsite; Bear found scavenging on remains euthanized. Newhall School District Cancels Classes Tuesday After Ransomware Attack. 100-million-year-old giant sperm found preserved in amber is the oldest ever. Chuck E. Cheese wants to destroy 7 billion prize tickets. Nintendo discontinued the 3DS console line after almost a decade. iPhone's new 'orange dot' feature warns you when an app is listening. An Alaska dentist who extracted a patient's tooth on a hoverboard sentenced to 12 years in jail. Detroit Driver Arrested After Successfully Jumping Over Drawbridge. A Sold Out Flight That Goes Nowhere. A Florida woman was attacked by a 10-foot, 4-inch alligator while trimming trees. Woman falls out of a car window onto the highway while filming a Snapchat video. The CIA sent a team of 4 operators on a spy mission targeting China. None came back. Tesla on Autopilot hits over 90 mph before police flag down a sleepy driver. Woman sues Tokyo company after having to work 48 days in a row with limited bathroom breaks. Sizzler files for bankruptcy as the pandemic demolishes sales at casual-dining restaurants. Man Convicted For Smearing Semen On Co-Worker's Belongings. Vivica A. Fox Tests Negative for COVID-19 After Pulling Out of Emmys Due to False Positive. Cult leader who claims to be the reincarnation of Jesus arrested in Russia. MTA board to formally ban pooping in subways and buses. Aichi man gets 10 months in prison for saying "I got corona" in an electronics store. Over 130,000 Japanese netizens rank the Top 20 anime opening themes of all time. Let's Talk About Your Windshield Wiper Attitude. A Vietnamese factory was busted recycling hundreds of thousands of used condoms. Japanese government to start giving newlywed couples a wedding gift of 600,000 yen.

This week we talked with Jeff Woody. On August 25, 2020, he completed all of the trails in the GSMNP (aka Great Smoky Mountains 900 Miler Club) in the Fastest Known Time of 33 days and 9 hours…beating the previous record of 43 days set by Benny Braden in 2017. Jeff is a Life-long backpacker and hiker with some mountaineering experience that includes summits of Mt. Rainier, several 14’rs in Colorado, and Illiniza Sur (Ecuador- 17,218 feet). He discovered a passion for long distance trail running around the age of 40 years old and have since completed over 70 ultra marathon races, including an ultra in every state…19 of the races at distances of 100 miles or greater. Numerous adventures in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park: -Completed all of the trails on the official park map 9 times (aka Great Smoky Mountains 900 Miler Club x 9) -Completed single day treks of the 72-mile section of the AT in the Smokies (aka SCAR) three times. -Completed an informal challenge (sometimes referred to as “Tour of Mt. LeConte”) which includes all five trails to LeConte (44 miles, 11,000 feet gained) in less that 12 hours…2nd fastest time Thanks for listening! Find all our episodes at dayfirepodcast.com This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

Dale Collins of Tuckaseegee Fly Shop updates us on late March conditions in Western North Carolina. For the most current information on the status of GSMNP, click here. If you missed our full length interview with Dale, you can check it out here! Have a question for Dale? Send us a message on our Facebook page, and we will read it on the next report. Download our mobile app for free from the Apple App Store, the Google Play Store or the Amazon Android Store. Subscribe to the podcast in the podcatcher of your choice.

Here comes "Johnny" - "Johnny on the Trail" that is. In this episode of the "Jester" Section Hiker podcast Jester has a conversation with Johnny Osborne about his Section Hike on the AT for his Birthday, the GSMNP 900 miler, and the SB6K Challenge. Johnny seeks out hiking adventures and loves the challenge of planning for them just as much as the actual hiking. Please check out Johnny's Facebook Group Page Titled: "Hiking The Smokies." "Let's Talk Gear" w/ Steve Kammeyer: Jester and Steve continue to learn more about Steve and his hiking adventures. Steve wanted to bring on a guest who went with him on his most recent hike of the Black Mountain Crest Trail in North Carolina so we did! Today you will hear from Steve and Greg Bell as they talk trail and gear recommendations! Thanks, Greg for joining us on the podcast! Connect with Johnny on the Trail: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgpUSAEkDEARff6V-7sCNIw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnnyonthetrail/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JohnnyontheTrail/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/606937769492136/ Resources Mentioned: Brown Book - "Hiking Trails of the Smokies" Elizabeth Eitner - "Day Hikers Guide to all the trails in the Smokies" GSMNP 900 Club - http://900miler.smhclub.org/ SB6K Challenge - www.carolinamountainclub.org Thanks for listening and Happy Section Hiking! Connect with Julie "Jester" Gayheart: Email: jesternc2212@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesterhikes/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jesterhikes Music provided for this Podcast by The Okee Dokee Brothers "Through The Woods" www.okeedokee.org Connect with Greg Bell: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greg.outdoors/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greg.bell.9619 Connect with Steve "Ki-Ki" Kammeyer: Email: stevekammeyer@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BackpackingGearFleaMarket

Owner of R and R Fly Fishing and Rise Fly Fishing Advice , Charity Rutter joins us on this episode of Southeastern Fly, The Angler's Influence. Charity walks us through her fly fishing story, which begins in rural Oklahoma and winds its way through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.  Right away Charity provides insight about some of the projects she is currently working on such as an all ladies "Glamping" trip. We walk along with Charity as tells us of growing up in Oklahoma and then about moving to Tennessee where she met her husband Ian and how they began their guiding business.  As usual, if there is a bear story to be told you will hear it here on influence. Charity tells of a peanut butter bar seeking bear that made itself right at home in the backseat of the family auto. Finally we talk about Casting for Recovery and the fantastic job that organization does for lady anglers.  

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The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is an incredibly beautiful section of the Appalachian Mountain range. The park straddles the borders of Western North Carolina and Eastern Tennessee. The park is over 520,000 acres of largely old growth forest that is dissected by the Appalachian Trail which runs from Northern Georgia to Maine. Although the park is loaded with miraculously beautiful sights literally at every turn, it is a deceivingly rugged land. It is not a place to be underestimated or to explore without the proper preparations. Since its inception the park has attracted all forms of visitors, from the common family outing to the more daring adventure seekers. The park has something for everyone. However, there have been a number of unexplained incidents that have taken place in the park through the years. Some of these have potential explanations while others are completely bizarre and have a more sinister feel. All of these incidents are still open and looking for a resolution or at the minimum...and explanation. Is there something or someone in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park that is responsible for these incidents or are they merely a series of unfortunate events?   Send us feedback or sightings/experiences at one of the following. We would absolutely love to hear from you, so don't hold back! Email: unexplained.reality@yahoo.com Twitter: @unexp_reality Instagram: unexplained.reality FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/Unexplained-Reality-1502717676446840/

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park provides visitors with so much, and asks for so little in return. As one of the few national parks without an entrance fee, the GSMNP allows over 10 million annual visitors to enjoy its hiking trails, scenic roads, and picnic areas for free. This summer, however, the national park […] The post Thank You for Voting to Restore the Clingmans Dome Tower in the Great Smoky Mountains appeared first on Visit My Smokies.

This episode of the Roadtreking RV Lifestyle Podcast offers so much information and advice that it's a virtual RV Travel Magazine for the ear. From National Park guides and news to a discussion on taking a canoe or kayak on an RV trip to some awesome drives that belong on every RVer's Bucket List, we cover it all. [spp-player]   Complete shownotes for Episode 86 of the Roadtreking RV Lifestytle Podcast: JENNIFER'S TIP OF THE WEEK  Where to get a great National Park Guide… http://nationalparkstraveler.com This is a 36-page book that will help you find your place in the National Park System this year. With the Essential Park Guide, you can find that place. The tip of the week is brought to you by Good Sam, the world's most popular RV organization, now celebrating its 50th year. LISTENER QUESTIONS OF THE WEEK: Listener Dave asks for recommendations on where to park his Class A RV while visiting America's Largest RV Show in Hershey, PA Sept. 14-18 Mike suggests a link to area campgrounds in and around Hershey, but recommends the Hersheypark Camping Resort, right near the show grounds, which runs free shuttle service. Listener John asks if there is any news about the lottery we held for the camping spots for the Roadtreking gathering we call the Tobermory Expedition, Sept. 5-9 at Tobermory in northern Ontario, Canada. The event is sold out and the lottery was held. We showed a video of it on our Roadtreking Facebook Group. That group is THE single best place to go when you have RV questions, need help or just want to be kept informed on events, news and items of interest to the Roadtreking RV audience, no matter what kind of RV you have. Tobermory is at the northern tip of the Bruce Peninsula between Georgian Bay and the main basin of Lake Huron. It is known for its crystal clear waters and spectacular wilderness scenery. You can watch the video for the lottery to award spots on the Facebook Group. Just a note that our other Roadtreking gatherings for this year – to the Smoky Mountains in June and the Fall Foliage one in Michigan's Upper Peninsula in October are also sold out with long waiting lists. All this is to underscore the importance of being a part of our Facebook Group. The next event that is not yet sold out will be January 20-22, 2017 and is our annual winter campout at Tahquamenon Falls. We'll start taking signups for it on the blog and announce via the Roadtreking Facebook Group sometime in the early fall. Speaking of the Smokies, reader Jane DeWolf sent a nice note: My husband, Dennis, and I are looking forward to the Roadtrek  trip to the Smokies in June.  We actually live near the Smokies and do volunteer work in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This weekend when we were listening to your podcast,  you mentioned that you were going to bring Bo with you on this trip.  Naturally we are very anxious to meet you, your wife, Jennifer, and of course, Bo.  However, we thought we should warn you that there are only 2 trails in the GSMNP which allow dogs on them.  Both are near the park entrances.  The one on the Tennessee  side of the park is the Sugarland's trail near the Sugarland's Visitors Center.  The one near Cherokee in the NC side is the River trail near the Oconuluftee Visitor Center.  Dogs are allowed in the park campgrounds and on the roads. We just thought we would give you a heads up in case you were not aware of the GSMNP regulations. Gary Hennes' system By email, a listener asks: “I am trying to find the best way to carry a canoe on a roadtrek. I have a 2003 Popular 200. Any ideas?” Mike notes that he found a webpage at Trails.com that offered some ideas. Roadtrek RVs have raised roofs that can make carrying a canoe seem difficult. However, the vehicles are compatible with several roof racks and canoes can also be mounted to the rear of the RV. Roof racks are the most stable and the safest carrying option. The canoe you choose should be measured first to ensure it fits your vehicle ...

As you may have heard during your visits to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most visited national park in the country. One of the reasons over 10 million people visit the Smokies each year is its affordability. Unlike other national parks, the GSMNP is completely free to enter. […] The post Why is There No Great Smoky Mountains National Park Entrance Fee? appeared first on Visit My Smokies.

We are proud to report that the Great Smoky Mountains are making headlines! Business Insider recently included the GSMNP in its list of the top 10 best national parks in USA. With 58 parks to choose from, our ranking in the top tier is no small accomplishment. To come up with their list, Business Insider […] The post Business Insider Ranks Great Smoky Mountains Among 10 Best National Parks in USA appeared first on Visit My Smokies.