Nancy Henderson
Photo Essay: Jared Kreiss, ‘Light Chaser, Adventure Embracer’
Building a following. Photographer Jared Kreiss captures the mysteries of East Tennessee and beyond. more
Mussel Mania: Keepers of the Water Watch
Freshwater mussels are among the most interesting—and imperiled—critters on the planet. more
Fountain Of Youth: A.T. Thru-Hiker Brings the Spirit
Kayla Carter is a role model for recruiting young people to outdoor pursuits. more
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Bird Man
Chris Kappler turns flying obsession into soaring sideline business. A chance encounter with a discerning pilot changed a 15-year-old’s life forever. more
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Tennessee Theatre Hits Milestone 90 Years
Celebration includes 1928 admission prices: 40 cents matinee; 60 cents evenings. more
Glamping in the Smokies
When Sarah Dusek and her husband Jacob were looking for a spot to launch another Under Canvas retreat after opening “glamping” sites in four western national parks, they chose the Smokies. more
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Creature Feature: Showing Its Stripes
Chipmunks causing structural damage? That’s just a myth, says one national wildlife expert. more
Protecting the Pollinators
The listing of the first bumblebee as an endangered species has experts buzzing. more
Tennessee Aquarium
Water Woman
After studying aquatic life around the world, biologist Dr. Anna George found her true calling: protecting the creatures that live in her own backyard. more
Soaring High
A popular North Georgia attraction is also a little-known haven for peregrine falcons. more
A Week to Remember
In September, bird lovers band together to watch and record spectacular migrating hawks. more
Mountain High Life
Ready to try some different summer experiences? Fly fishing maybe? Craft making? C'mon along into the mountains. more
‘Pigs with Wings’
Wild hogs are going hog wild, with increasing numbers spotted throughout the Southeast. more
At Home in the Clouds
A rare species of salamander is found only in Virginia’s Shenandoah National Park. more
January Jewels
Think you just saw a hummingbird, in this cold weather? It might not be your imagination. more
Foxes and Turkeys and Bears - Oh My!
Why we see more wildlife: Have we moved into their territory, or have they moved into ours? more