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Disappearing, Reappearing Elk

Elk have adapted well to their new and natural habitat in the East.
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Black Bears in the Back Yard

Once rarely seen by humans, and usually only in the Great Smoky Mountains and Shenandoah National Park, black bears are becoming more prevalent in or near residential areas across the Southeast.
Sandhill crane numbers in Tennessee’s Hiwassee Refuge have reached 20,000.

Creature Feature: The Amazing Crane Comeback

The stunning return of the sandhill crane to eastern Tennessee began in the 1990s and has continued.
Wild turkeys, nearly gone by the early 1900s, began a comeback in the Depression.

Creature Feature: Wild Turkey Comeback

Wild turkeys, nearly gone by the early 1900s, began a comeback in the Depression.
The imperiled monarch.

Creature Feature: Steps to Save the Monarchs

Mexico has become less hospitable for the butterflies’ migration, but there are things we can do here to help.

Departments

Knoxville Asian Festival, August 29-30,  Knoxville, Tennessee. Photo courtesy of Asian Culture Center of TN
Events

Fall 2026 Festivals & Events Guide

From the Virginias and the Carolinas to Georgia, Tennessee, and Kentucky, our annual compendium is the perfect travel companion. Inside,

4th of July Parade & Festival, July 4, Blowing Rock, North Carolina.
Events

Summer 2026 Festivals & Events Guide

From the Virginias and the Carolinas to Georgia, Tennessee, and Kentucky, our annual compendium is the perfect travel companion. Inside,

CALENDAR OF EVENTS