Nancy Henderson
Take a Seat
Quiet-loving chairmaker Curtis Buchanan long ago traded his power tools for a sledgehammer and a drawknife. Read more
Creature Feature: Keeping the Peace
What do you do if your neighbor hates the wildlife you’re trying to attract? Read more
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Creature Feature: "Little Red Riding Hood Lied"
Working for Survival. Advocates for endangered red wolves fight to bring them back—and banish stereotypes. Read more
Tal Galton
Beauty in the Details (or How to Love a Snake)
A boyhood love of reptiles led ecotour company owner Tal Galton to a lifelong exploration of nature. Read more
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Creature Feature: Holy Carp!
This aggressive fish is a formidable threat to native species. Read more
Julie Johnson
"Steward of Sunshine"
Who gets a title like that on her business card? River guide extraordinaire Julie Johnson, that’s who. Read more
Alan Shuptrine
‘I Come from a Place’
Tennessee watercolorist captures the people and places along the Appalachian Trail. Read more
Jesse Cheers
On the Fly: Jimmy Cheers Takes to the River
Boyhood experiences led him to believe that everybody went fishing. These days he’s working toward that goal. Read more
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Creature Feature: Salamanders on Spring Parade
Come early spring at damp, leaf-covered spots in the Southern mountains, the salamander mating rituals can be spectacular. Read more
Creature Feature: Groundhog Day
For these pudgy prognosticators, February 2 is more like Valentine’s Day. Read more
Photo Essay: Jared Kreiss, ‘Light Chaser, Adventure Embracer’
Building a following. Photographer Jared Kreiss captures the mysteries of East Tennessee and beyond. Read more
Mussel Mania: Keepers of the Water Watch
Freshwater mussels are among the most interesting—and imperiled—critters on the planet. Read more
Fountain Of Youth: A.T. Thru-Hiker Brings the Spirit
Kayla Carter is a role model for recruiting young people to outdoor pursuits. Read 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. Read more
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Tennessee Theatre Hits Milestone 90 Years
Celebration includes 1928 admission prices: 40 cents matinee; 60 cents evenings. Read 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. Read more
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Creature Feature: Showing Its Stripes
Chipmunks causing structural damage? That’s just a myth, says one national wildlife expert. Read more
Conservation Crusaders
The non-profit Conservation Fisheries Inc. raises rare indigenous fish. Read more