March Planned Activities at South Cumberland
Saturday, March 6,
2010
10:00 a.m.
Fiery Gizzard Trash Pickup
WANTED: Motivated persons with a keen eye for trash, sturdy
bag-clinching grip, and off-trail hiking ability. Must have hatred of
litter! Meet at the Grundy Forest parking lot.
Sunday, March 14, 2010
10:00 A.M.
Trail Building How-To
Meet Ranger Jason at the Grundy forest parking lot for an introduction
to trail building techniques. We will repair a small section of trail
along the Little Fiery Gizzard so don’t forget your boots and gloves.
Tools provided.
Saturday, March 20, 2010
10:00 a.m.
Spring Hike
Celebrate the first day of Spring with a hike! Join Ranger Jason for a
5-mile moderate hike to the TVA Small Wilds area north of Foster Falls.
Meet at the falls parking lot with water and snacks.
2:00 p.m.
Stone Door Hike
Join Ranger Jamie at Stone Door Ranger Station for this 2-mile round
trip hike to the Great Stone Door and enjoy the first day of Spring
outdoors at Savage Gulf State Natural Area.
Sunday, March 21, 2010
2:00 p.m.
Atlatl Demonstration
Join Ranger Jamie at Stone Door Ranger Station to lean about this
primitive weapon used in warfare and hunting. Try your hand at this
spear throwing technique.
Saturday, March 27, 2010
10:00 a.m.
Easter Egg Hunt
Our 28th Annual Easter Egg Hunt is scheduled at the Visitor Center
Complex. This event is for children walking age and up. There will be
five age categories, with four prizes awarded to each group, for
children finding the prize eggs. There will be no “most eggs found”
competition. Adults will only be allowed to assist toddler hunters in
the walking to age two group. In case of rain, the Easter Egg Hunt will
be rescheduled to Sunday, March28th, at 1:00 p.m. (The Friends of
South Cumberland State Recreation Area will sponsor this event.)
Sunday, March 28, 2010
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.
April Planned Activities at South Cumberland
Saturday, April 3,
2010
10:00 am
Collins Gulf Wildflower/Scenic Hike
Meet at the Collins West Trailhead to join State Naturalist Randy
Hedgepath for one of the ultimate Spring walks. Many wildflowers will be
there as well as the spectacular views and waterfalls. This is a 5 -mile
strenuous hike so bring water and wear comfortable shoes.
Monday, April 5, 2010
1:00 pm
Natural Bridge Geology Talk
Overlooking Lost Cove, this small but unique natural area will interest
and delight! Geology will be the theme, but we will also discuss the
natural and cultural history of the area. Meet at Natural Bridge State
Natural Area parking lot.
Friday, April 9, 2010
1:00 pm
Grundy Forest Privet Pull
Want to keep the natural area natural? You can by helping rid the forest
of the invasive Chinese Privet bush. Tools will be provided, but be sure
to bring personal protective equipment like gloves, boots, and work
clothes.
Meet at Grundy Forest State Natural Area parking lot.
Saturday, April 10, 2010
10:00 am
Savage Falls Hike
Meet seasonal Ranger Aaron for a moderate four mile hike to see
beautiful Savage Falls. Bring water/snacks and wear sturdy shoes. Meet
at the Savage Gulf Ranger Station parking lot.
Sunday, April 11, 2010
3:00 pm
Slideshow
Meet Ranger George for an informative slideshow on the Savage Gulf/Stone
Door Area. Meet at the Savage Gulf Ranger Station.
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