Program &amp; Events Calendar

Mar 15

Reelfoot Lake

Deep Swamp Kayak Float

KAYAK into the Deep Swamp of Reelfoot Lake

Kayak+PerPerson - $20.00

Kayak+ReelfootPreservation - $23.50

Mar 15

Cedars of Lebanon

Tom Jones Broom Shop Saturdays at Sadie Ford Farm

Tom Jones Broom Shop Open Saturdays at Sadie Ford Heritage Farm and Art Center 10am to 4pm!

FREE

Mar 15

Cedars of Lebanon

Sadie Ford Farm Tour

Join us at the farm to hear what we're all about!

attendee - Free

attendeeplus$1donation - $1.00

attendeeplus$5donation - $5.00

attendeeplus$10donation - $10.00

attendeeplus$20donation - $20.00

Mar 15

Frozen Head

2025 Jr Trout Tournament

2025 Frozen Head Jr Trout Tournament

Registration Closes: 3/14

Age 6-8 - $2.00

Age 9-11 - $2.00

Age 12-16 - $2.00

Donation - $5.00

Donation - $10.00

Mar 15

Bledsoe Creek

Paint-A-Snake

Learn about snakes native to Tennessee and get creative when identifying their patterns!

Price: $5.00

Mar 15

Chickasaw

Chickasaw Deer Rally

Scoring deer for the Record books

FREE

Mar 15

Sycamore Shoals

Overmountain Weavers Guild Fibers Show

Join local fiber artists and farmers for two days of fiber fun!

FREE

Mar 15

Fall Creek Falls

Arts and Preservation Day - will be held at the Recreation Hall

Stop by the RECREATION HALL between 9:00am and 4:30pm for spring fun and cultural enlightenment! Enjoy traditional arts demonstrations and bluegrass music!

Donation - $5.00

Introduction to Candle Making

Join Ranger Aaron for a fun afternoon learning how to make your very own candles.

Registration Closes: 3/14

Price: $25.00

Mar 15

Bledsoe Creek

Hike With A Ranger

Enjoy a relaxed hike with a ranger. Come ask questions or just have a chat!

Attendee - Free

Attendee + Donation - $5.00

Donation (Not Attending) - $5.00

Attendee + Donation - $10.00

Donation (Not Attending) - $10.00

Mar 15

Pickwick Landing

Native Wildflower Seed Starting

Spring into planting this year by adding some native wildflowers to your lawn!

1 Starter Seed Pot - $2.00

4 Starter Seed Pots - $5.00

Donation - $5.00

Mar 15

Burgess Falls

Mar 15

Cedars of Lebanon

Spot the Difference Turtle Feeding

Meet our turtles and learn what makes them terrestrial versus aquatic while they eat!

attendee - Free

attendeeplus$1donation - $1.00

attendeeplus$5donation - $5.00

attendeeplus$10donation - $10.00

attendeeplus$20donation - $20.00

Mar 15

Cedars of Lebanon

Make Your Own Bird Feeder

Join Leslie to learn how to create your very own bird feeder!

Price: $2.00

Mar 15

Cedars of Lebanon

Pet the Pelt!

Join us in the Nature Center to learn all about our animal pelts.

Person - Free

Attendee+donation($1) - $1.00

Attendee+donation($5) - $5.00

Attendee+donation($10) - $10.00

Raptor Feeding

Come see the birds while they eat their dinner!

Attendee - Free

Donation to Birds of Prey - $1.00

Donation to Birds of Prey - $5.00

Donation to Birds of Prey - $10.00

Donation to Birds of Prey - $20.00

Mar 15

Chickasaw

From Fiber to Function: The Art of Making Rope and Twine

Discover traditional techniques used to twist natural fibers into sturdy ropes and cords just like the early settlers and indigenous peoples once did.

Price: $5.00

Mar 15

Cordell Hull Birthplace

Colorful 'Byrd' Search

Join us as we connect with nature by observing birds in Byrdstown!

Meet SIR Natalie at the museum to get a scavenger hunt sheet. We will head out into the park together to see what we can find!

Attendee - Free

Attendee + Donation - $1.00

Attendee + Donation - $5.00

Attendee + Donation - $10.00

Attendee + Donation - $15.00

Mar 15

Pickwick Landing

Nature Corner Sneak Peek

Stop by the Nature Corner anytime between 10:00 am and 11:00 am!

Attendee - Free

Attendee + Donation - $5.00

Attendee + Donation - $10.00

Beginner's Drop Spindle Spinning

Come learn the basics of drop spindle spinning in this interactive guide!

Attendee - Free

Attendee + Donation - $1.00

Attendee + Donation - $5.00

Attendee + Donation - $10.00

Attendee + Donation - $15.00

Mar 16

Frozen Head

Spring Bird Walk

Join Ranger Blayne on a hike at Shelter C to look and listen for birds.

FREE

Mar 16

Reelfoot Lake

Deep Swamp Kayak Float

KAYAK into the Deep Swamp of Reelfoot Lake

Kayak+PerPerson - $20.00

Kayak+ReelfootPreservation - $23.50

Only 2 Left!

Mar 16

Cedars of Lebanon

Coloring at the Nature Center

Join us at the nature center to color some of our local wildlife from bees to trees and all the animals you might see in the park.

Attendee - Free

Attendee + Donation ($1) - $1.00

Night Hiking at Stone Door

Join Ranger Spencer for a night hike to the Stone Door overlook that is sure to amaze.

Registration Closes: 3/15

Price: $15.00

Mar 16

Mar 16

Join Ranger Jeremy as we look for signs of spring along our all inclusive hiking trail!

Attendee - Free

Attendee + Donation - $2.00

Attendee + Donation - $5.00

Attendee + Donation - $10.00

Mar 16

Cordell Hull Birthplace

Reading with a Ranger: “Stellaluna”

Join SIR Natalie for a reading of "Stellaluna" by Janell Cannon and discover our bats' unique characteristics through sight, sound, and coloring!

Attendee - Free

Attendee + Donation - $1.00

Attendee + Donation - $5.00

Devilstep Hollow Cave Informative Talk

Come and see the Devilstep Hollow Cave and learn about the Mississippian peoples that frequented it.

Participant - Free

Participant + Donation ($1) - $1.00

Participant + Donation ($5) - $5.00

Participant + Donation ($10) - $10.00

Participant + Donation ($20) - $20.00

Mar 16

Ages 17 and under - $5.00

Mar 18

Seven Islands

Nature Storytime

Come join us for some fun nature stories!

FREE

Mar 19

Savage Gulf

Trail Run

Meet at Savage Gulf Ranger Station for a trail run on the Savage Day Loop.

Registration Closes: 3/18

Price: $5.00

Mar 19

Henry Horton

Spring Equinox Hike

Join us for a Spring Equinox hike at Rocky Fork. We will celebrate the official Vernal Equinox of 2025, the halfway mark between winter and summer.

Attendee + Donation - $5.00

Attendee + Donation - $10.00

Non Attendee + Donation - $5.00

Non Attendee + Donation - $10.00

Mar 20

Sycamore Shoals

Carter Mansion Guided Tour

Tour the historically significant John & Landon Carter Mansion built circa 1780.

Adult - $10.00

Seniors 65+ - $8.00

Join Ranger Hatton on an adventurous night hike to Crystal Falls.

Adult - $10.00

Children 12 & under - $5.00

Only 1 Left!

Mar 21

Pinson Mounds

Turtle Tales with Frankie

Come listen to a Native American story about turtles told by Seasonal Interpretative Ranger Madlyn in the museum!

FREE

Mar 21

Pickwick Landing

How to Build a Campfire

Come learn the basics of fire safety and how to build a campfire!

Attendee - Free

Attendee + Donation - $1.00

Attendee + Donation - $5.00

Attendee + Donation - $10.00

Attendee + Donation - $20.00

Mar 22

Montgomery Bell

Spring Hike 2025

Join us on our Spring hike on the Ore Pit Trail

Registration Closes: 3/21

Attendee - Free

Attendee+Donation($10) - $10.00

Attendee+Donation($20) - $20.00

Attendee + Donation - $20.00

Donation - $10.00

Donation - $20.00

Cordell Hull Birthplace

Fish Are Friends!

This program will lead children through the agricultural history of the park and how to be good neighbors to our native fish.

Attendee - Free

Attendee + Donation - $1.00

Attendee + Donation - $5.00

Attendee + Donation - $10.00

Mar 22

Frozen Head

Spring Hike

Come out and celebrate spring with a guided Ranger hike!

Attendee+Donation - $10.00

Attendee+Donation - $20.00

Donation (Not attending) - $10.00

Donation (Not attending) - $20.00

Mar 22

David Crockett Birthplace

Spring Hike

Join us for our Annual Spring Hike!

Registration Closes: 3/21

Attendee - Free

Attendee + Donation ($10) - $10.00

Attendee + Donation ($20) - $20.00

Donation (Not Attending) ($10) - $10.00

Donation (Not Attending) ($20) - $20.00

Only 3 Left!

Mar 22

Cordell Hull Birthplace

Spring Hike 2025

Join us for CHBSP Spring 2025 Hike!

Person - Free

Attendee+Donation - $10.00

Attendee+Donation - $20.00

Donation(NotAttending) - $10.00

Donation(NotAttending) - $20.00

Mar 22

Natchez Trace

Post St. Paddy's Day Leprechaun Hike

Meet Ranger Jeff at the Cub Lake Rec Lodge for our Spring Hike! Leprechauns, green hats, gold coins, and a bit of luck are appreciated!

Registration Closes: 3/21

Attendee - Free

Attendee + Donation - $10.00

Attendee + Donation - $20.00

Donation (Not Attending) - $10.00

Donation (Not Attending) - $20.00

Mar 22

Seven Islands

Spring Hike

Join park staff for our annual Spring Hike and kickoff event for our bird of the year, the Pileated Woodpecker!

Attendee ($0) - Free

Attendee + Donation ($10) - $10.00

Attendee + Donation ($20) - $20.00

Donation (Not Attending) ($10) - $10.00

Donation (Not Attending) ($20) - $20.00

Mar 22

Panther Creek

Spring Hike

Join Park Ranger Brown for the Spring Hike in Panther Creek State Park.

Registration - Free

Registration + Donation - $10.00

Registration + Donation - $20.00

Donation (Not Attending) - $10.00

Red Clay

Spring Hike

Celebrate spring with a hike along the Blue Hole Trail to the beaver pond!

FREE

Sycamore Shoals

First Day of Spring Hike

Join us as we hike into spring at Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park

Registration Closes: 3/21

1Attendee - Free

Attendee+Donation - $10.00

Attendee+Donation - $20.00

(NotAttending)Donation - $10.00

(NotAttending)Donation - $20.00

Mar 22

Cumberland Trail

Cumberland Trail Spring Hike

Join park ranger Ryan for the Cumberland Trail Spring Hike of 2025!

Attendee - Free

Attendee + Donation - $10.00

Attendee + Donation - $20.00

Attendee + Donation not attending - $10.00

Attendee + Donation not attending - $20.00

Mar 22

Cumberland Mountain

Spring Hike

Annual Spring Hike

Registration Closes: 3/21

Attendee - Free

Attendee + Donation - $10.00

Attendee + Donation - $20.00

Donation (Not Attending) - $10.00

Donation (Not Attending) - $20.00

Mar 22

Long Hunter

Spring Tonic Hike

Discover the magic and medicine of plants that were used to cure what ailed us

Price: $10.00

Mar 22

Mar 22

Scotts Gulf Wilderness

Spring Hike - Dry Creek Falls

Join Ranger Codi for a 5 mile hike on the beautiful Dry Creek Falls Trail as we look for spring wildflowers!

Attendee + Donation ($10) - $10.00

2025 Spring Hike

Join us for a wonderful spring hike on our Highland Rim Trail. As we descend between two ridges towards the lake then back up switch back to the park office.

Attendee + Donation - $10.00

Harpeth Hardheads Adventure Run Club

Looking for a challenge for the new year with likeminded people? The Harpeth Hardheads Adventure Run Club is a rugged and gritty running group designed for you!

FREE

Mar 22

Indian Mountain

Beavers: Nature's Engineer

Learn about the amazing lives of beavers and what allows them to engineer their environments.

Person - Free

Person+Donation($5) - $5.00

Person+Donation($10) - $10.00

Person+Donation($15) - $15.00

Person+Donation($20) - $20.00

Mar 22

Paris Landing

Bird of Prey Feeding Time

Join us for our Bird of Prey Feeding Time!

Free Event - Free

Attendee + supporting donaton - $5.00

Attendee + supporting donation - $10.00

Attendee + supporting donation - $15.00

Attendee + supporting donation - $20.00

Mar 22

Seven Islands

Mutton Hollow Clean Up Volunteer Day

Join park staff for a trash clean up of Mutton Hollow Landing/Boat Launch on the other side of the river across from the island.

FREE

Mar 22

Tims Ford

Spring Pontoon Tour 2:00pm

Come out an enjoy a spring pontoon tour on Tims Ford Lake!

Adult - $20.00

15 and under - $15.00

Mar 22

Pickwick Landing

World Water Day Paddle

Join rangers and representatives from the Tennessee RiverLine to paddle our beautiful cove on World Water Day!

Attendee - Free

Attendee + Donation - $5.00

Attendee + Donation - $10.00

Attendee + Donation - $20.00

Mar 22

Pickwick Landing

Raptor Feeding

Come and see our birds eat their dinner!

Attendee - Free

Donation to Birds of Prey - $1.00

Donation to Birds of Prey - $5.00

Donation to Birds of Prey - $10.00

Donation to Birds of Prey - $20.00

Mar 22

Harrison Bay

Spring Hike 2025

Join us for our annual Spring Hike on the Lakeshore Loop Trail!

Registration Closes: 3/21

Attendee ($0) - Free

Attendee + Donation ($10) - $10.00

Attendee + Donation ($20) - $20.00

Donation (Not Attending) ($10) - $10.00

Donation (Not Attending) ($20) - $20.00

Mar 22

Frozen Head

Volunteer Trail Day

Come help us work on our trails!

Registration Closes: 3/21

FREE

Mar 22

Pinson Mounds

Signature Spring Hike

Meet Ranger Dedra in the museum for a hike looking for the first signs of spring!

Ticket 2 - Attendee + Donation ($10) - $10.00

Ticket 3 - Attendee + Donation ($20) - $20.00

FREE

Mar 22

Natchez Trace

Night Hike on Fern Loop

Join Ranger Colton on a Night Hike around Fern Loop

Attendee - $3.00

Attendee + Donation - $5.00

Attendee + Donation - $10.00

Attendee + Donation - $15.00

Attendee + Donation - $20.00

Mar 22

Pickwick Landing

Build-A-Bat-Box

Come and show appreciation to our furry flying friends by building them a home!

Attendee (Build and Donate) - $5.00

Attendee (Build and Take Home) - $10.00

Mar 22

Natchez Trace

Kudzu Wreaths

Meet Ranger Jeremy and Friends Group Member Debbie on Saturday March 22nd at 9 AM as we make Kudzu Wreaths!

Friends Group Member Volunteer - Free

Non Friends Group Member Volunteer - $10.00

Non Friends Group Member+ Donation - $15.00

Grassland Birding Walk

A short walk to look for birds in our small grassland area!

Attendee - Free

Attendee + Donation - $1.00

Attendee + Donation - $5.00

Attendee + Donation - $10.00

Attendee + Donation - $20.00

Donation(NotAttending$10) - $10.00

Donation(NotAttending$20) - $20.00

Mar 22

Harpeth River

First Spring Hike at the Narrows

Join us for a beautiful hike on the first weekend of Spring!

Attendee + Donation ($5) - $5.00

Spring Flower Children's Crafts

Spend the afternoon making Spring Flower crafts as we anticipate the beauty of the season!

Price: $5.00

Mar 23

Cummins Falls

Atlatl Throwing!

Throwing Atlatls!!!!

Price: $5.00

Mar 23

Cedars of Lebanon

Cave Creek Trail Hike

Meet at the Nature Center to take a hike down the 0.6 mile long Cave Creek trail and finish at the Butterfly Garden.

Attendee - Free

Attendee+donation($1) - $1.00

Attendee+donation($5) - $5.00

Attendee+donation($10) - $10.00

Attendee+donation($20) - $20.00

Mar 23

Natchez Trace

8:30 am - Oak Ridge Morning Hike

Join Ranger Wolfe to start your day with a 0.7 mile hike along our Oak Ridge Trail!

Attendee - Free

Attendee + Donation - $2.00

Attendee + Donation - $5.00

Attendee + Donation - $10.00

Cedars of Lebanon

Mar 25

Cordell Hull Birthplace

Broom Making Class

We will learn how to make this traditional Appalachian art- hearth broom!

Registration Closes: 3/24

Price: $25.00

Only 4 Left!

Mar 25

Pickett

Evening Kayak Float

Join Ranger Hatton for an evening of paddling on the beautiful Arch Lake at Pickett State Park.

Price: $10.00

Seven Islands

Homeschool Birding Program: Birds of Prey Hike

Join Ranger Clare for a program about Birds of Prey.

Price: $5.00

Mar 27

Savage Gulf

Hike to Ranger Falls

Strenuous Ranger led Hike to Ranger Falls

Registration Closes: 3/26

Price: $8.00

Mar 27

Cummins Falls

Tomahawk/Axe Throwing!

Come out and learn the history behind axe throwing, and how to throw axes!

Registration Closes: 3/26

Price: $3.00

Mar 27

Tims Ford

Start your own Native Wildflower from Seed 2pm

Join Ranger Robinson to start your own native wildflowers from seed!

Registration Closes: 3/26

Price: $5.00

Mar 28

Paris Landing

Date Change! Tennessee Tree Day Order Info and Pickup Day !

Order Free Trees from the Tennessee Environmental Council!

FREE

Mar 28

Rock Island

Exploring History at the Falls City Cotton Mill

Visit with a Park Ranger who will be discussing the history of the Falls City Cotton Mill and its significance to Rock Island.

Attendee - Free

Morning Canoe Float

Join Ranger Asberry for a morning canoe float on beautiful Arch Lake at Pickett State Park.

Registration Closes: 3/27

Price: $10.00

Mar 28

Long Hunter

Paint your own Tennessee State Parks Shield

Paint your own Tennessee State Park Shield

Price: $25.00

Mar 28

Norris Dam

Healing Roots: Folk Medicine in Appalachia

Learn about the history of folk medicine in Appalachia!

Attendee - Free

Attendee + $1 Donation - $1.00

Attendee + $5 Donation - $5.00

Attendee + $20 Donation - $20.00

Attendee + $50 Donation - $100.00

Mar 28

Tims Ford

Join us at the farm to hear what we're all about!

attendee - Free

attendeeplus$1donation - $1.00

attendeeplus$5donation - $5.00

attendeeplus$10donation - $10.00

attendeeplus$20donation - $20.00

Mar 29

Division of Natural Areas

Views to views: From Black Mountain to Ozone Falls SNA (long hike)

7-mile strenuous hike - Begin with sweeping views from Black Mountain and end at beautiful Ozone Falls!

Registration Closes: 3/25

Price: $10.00

Mar 29

Norris Dam

Candlestick Making 11:00AM

Make your own hand-dipped beeswax candle to take home, and learn a little bit about the history of candlestick making.

Price: $12.00

Mar 29

Norris Dam

Candlestick Making 2:30PM

Make your own hand-dipped beeswax candle to take home, and learn a little bit about the history of candlestick making.

Price: $12.00

Attendee + donation - $10.00

Donation (Not attending) - $10.00

Mar 29

Mousetail Landing

Egg carton Tree Craft

Come make your own tree using recyclable materials!

Attendee - Free

Attendee + 1.00 donation - $1.00

From Runways to Recreation

Join Ranger Allen for a short hike around Airplane Pond Trail where you will learn the park's history and how it came to be!

Participation - Free

Participation+$1.00donation - $1.00

Pontoon Tour 2pm

Want to take a pontoon ride on Tims Ford Lake? Come out and enjoy the Spring weather with us!

Adult - $20.00

15 and under - $15.00

Mar 29

Cedars of Lebanon

Exploring Sellars Farm State Archaeology Area

Let's go for a hike and explore this historic Native American village located in Wilson County.

Price: $5.00

Only 1 Left!

Mar 29

Cedars of Lebanon

Cedar Glades Spring Hike

Embark on a half mile hike to view the beautiful cedar glades during the spring and discover what spring flowers are blooming.

Attendee($0) - Free

Attendee+donation($1) - $1.00

Attendee+donation($5) - $5.00

Attendee+donation($10) - $10.00

Attendee+donation($20) - $20.00

Mar 29

Pickwick Landing

How Old is This Tree?

Ever wonder how old a tree is? Then come learn how to measure and calculate a tree's age!

Attendee - Free

Post-Flood Volunteer - Split Rail Retrieval

Be a volunteer like Davy and help us heal our beautiful State Park!

Registration Closes: 3/28

Participant - Free

Participant + $1.00 Donation - $1.00

Participant + $5.00 Donation - $5.00

Participant + $10.00 Donation - $10.00

Participant + $20.00 Donation - $20.00

Mar 29

Roan Mountain

Peg Leg Mine GeoVenture

Hike back into the 1890s iron mining history of Roan Mountain on our GeoVenture program!

Price: $15.00

Cove Lake

Build Your Own Bird House

Join us to build your own Eastern Bluebird House!

Registration Closes: 3/28

Price: $15.00

Only 2 Left!

Mar 29

Standing Stone

Pickwick Landing

The Basics Of Tree Identification

Come and discover the basics of tree identification!

Attendee - Free

Attendee + Donation - $1.00

Raptor Feeding

Join us at the aviary as our resident animal ambassadors are fed their meal!

Attendee - Free

Attendee + Donation - $5.00

Attendee + Donation - $10.00

Attendee + Donation - $15.00

Attendee + Donation - $20.00

Mar 30

Sycamore Shoals

English Country Dancing

Join in this popular early 19th century pastime.

FREE

Mar 30

Pickwick Landing

Snake in the Campground

Come meet a snake and learn about what snakes are in the area!

Attendee - Free

Attendee + Donation - $1.00

Attendee + Donation - $5.00

Wildflower Hike

Join Park Ranger Stephanie for a wildflower identification hike!

Price: $10.00

Mar 30

Norris Dam

Norris Dam's Annual Wildflower Hikes 2:00 pm

Norris Dam's Annual Wildflower Hikes on the lower clear creek trail at 2pm

Attendee - Free

Keep America Beautiful Spring Spruce Up!

Join us as we join the Keep America Beautiful Great American Cleanup this month and spruce up our park!

FREE

Mar 31

Pickett

Nature Center Tour

Join Ranger Grant to learn more about these fascinating yet misunderstood reptiles and mammals.

FREE

Mar 31

Paris Landing

Food Drive - Food Waste Prevention March 31 to April 12

Donate non-perishable, shelf-stable food items at the Park Visitor Center and help food insecurity in our local community.

FREE

Environmental Review Tool (ERT) for Env. Consultants

Environmental consultants will receive an introduction to the Environmental Review Tool (ERT).

Registration Closes: 4/2

FREE

Apr 4

Fall Creek Falls

Spring Wildflower Identification

Join Amparo at the Fall Creek Falls Lodge at 3:00pm to learn about the spring wildflowers and identification techniques!

Attendee - Free

Attendee + Donation - $10.00

Attendee + Donation - $20.00

Donation (Not Attending) - $10.00

Donation (Not Attending) - $20.00

Apr 4

Fall Creek Falls

Night Hike Nature Ramble

Meet Amparo at the Fall Creek Falls Visitor Center at 8:00pm for a nature walk around the golf course. This is a peak time to see some of the park's nightlife.

Price: $5.00

Apr 4

Montgomery Bell

Wildlife After Dark Hike

Join us for a Night Hike on the Spillway trail

Price: $15.00

Apr 5

Warriors Path

Hiking Adventure - Margarette Falls and MORE

A "Hybrid Hike" in a remote corner of Greystone Mountain to a lovely waterfall, and then on into the wilderness.

Price: $5.00

Apr 5

Old Stone Fort

Overnight Backpacking

Have you ever thought that you might want to go overnight backpacking but just do not know how to even go about it?

Registration Closes: 3/29

Attendee - $42.00

Attendee + $5 Donation - $47.00

Attendee + $10 Donation - $52.00

Attendee + $15 Donation - $57.00

Attendee + $20 Donation - $62.00

Apr 5

Sgt Alvin C York

Great War Expo

WW1 educational event for the whole family

Attendance - Free

Attendance + $5 Donation - $5.00

Attendance + $10 Donation - $10.00

Attendance + $20 Donation - $20.00

Attendance + $25 Donation - $25.00

Apr 5

Cedars of Lebanon

Volunteer Day- April

Want to volunteer? Want to make a difference? Then join us at the Park for our monthly volunteer days.

Attendee($0) - Free

Attendee+donation($1) - $1.00

Attendee+donation($5) - $5.00

Attendee+donation($10) - $10.00

Attendee+donation($20) - $20.00

Apr 5

Cedars of Lebanon

Tom Jones Broom Shop Saturdays at Sadie Ford Farm

Tom Jones Broom Shop Open Saturdays at Sadie Ford Heritage Farm and Art Center 10am to 4pm!

Registration Closes: 3/29

FREE

Apr 5

Cedars of Lebanon

Sadie Ford Farm Tour

Join us at the farm to hear what we're all about!

attendee - Free

2025 Henry Horton Spring Trap League (Week 3)

Henry Horton State Park Spring Trap League

Price: $25.00

Apr 5

Cedars of Lebanon

Cedar Glades Wildflower Hike

Embark on a half mile hike to view the beautiful cedar glades during the spring and discover what spring flowers are blooming.

Attendee($0) - Free

Attendee+donation($1) - $1.00

Norris Dam's Annual Wildflower Hikes 1:00 pm

Norris Dam's Annual Wildflower Hikes on River Bluff Trail at 1 pm

Attendee - Free

Attendee&$5Donation - $5.00

Attendee&$10Donation - $10.00

Attendee&$20Donation - $20.00

Apr 5

Norris Dam

Norris Dam's Annual Wildflower Hikes 10:00 am

Norris Dam's Annual Wildflower Hikes on River Bluff Trail at 10 am

Attendee - Free

Attendee&$5Donation - $5.00

Attendee&$10Donation - $10.00

Attendee&$20Donation - $20.00

Apr 5

Attendee - Free

Attendee&$5Donation - $5.00

Join Ranger Clare to learn about the frogs and toads of east Tennessee as we search for them in Wayne's Pond.

Price: $10.00

Apr 10

Division of Natural Areas

Cheek’s Bend Bluff Trail

Enjoy this scenic 1.8-mile trail featuring bluffs, karst geology, and diverse plants.

Registration Closes: 4/6

Price: $5.00

Apr 11

Warriors Path

46th Annual Spring Nature Festival

A weekend FULL of discovery, with talks and hikes on many nature topics, from stream life to wildlife tracking, from night skies to spring wildflowers.

Person - Free

$1 Donation - $1.00

$5 Donation - $5.00

$10 Donation - $10.00

$20 Donation - $20.00

Apr 11

Standing Stone

Standing Stone State Park’s Annual Spring Nature Rally (Day 1)

Day 1 of Many Free Programs!!! Live Animal Shows, Guided Hikes, Outdoor Workshops, etc.

FREE

Apr 11

Division of Natural Areas

Weekday Morning - Spring Wildflowers of Taylor Hollow SNA

Come and enjoy one of the best wildflower displays in Middle Tennessee.

Registration Closes: 4/4

Price: $10.00

Apr 11

Tims Ford

Nature Easter Egg Hunt 3:30pm

Join us at 3:30pm for a fun Nature Easter Egg Hunt. Children of all ages are welcome. Please register online.

person - Free

Donation - $1.00

Donation - $2.00

Donation - $3.00

Apr 11

Division of Natural Areas

Environmental Review Tool (ERT) for Env. Consultants

Environmental consultants will receive an introduction to the Environmental Review Tool (ERT).

Registration Closes: 4/10

FREE

Apr 12

Old Stone Fort

Full Moon Kayak Float (Pink Moon)

Enjoy the Pink Full Moon from the Duck River!

Attendee - $25.00

Attendee+ $5 donation - $30.00

Attendee+$10 donation - $35.00

Apr 12

Old Stone Fort

Guided Tour of the Ancient Enclosure

Join Ranger Indiana and explore the prehistoric Native American walls at Old Stone Fort.

Attendee - Free

Attendee+Donation - $5.00

Attendee+Donation - $10.00

Tom Jones Broom Shop Saturdays at Sadie Ford Farm

Tom Jones Broom Shop Open Saturdays at Sadie Ford Heritage Farm and Art Center 10am to 4pm!

FREE

Apr 12

Cedars of Lebanon

Full Pink Moon Hike

Is it a plane? Is it a bird? No.... it's a Full Moon!!! The Pink Moon!

Attendee($0) - Free

Attendee+donation($1) - $1.00

Attendee+donation($5) - $5.00

Attendee+donation($10) - $10.00

Attendee+donation($20) - $20.00

Apr 12

Cedars of Lebanon

Sadie Ford Farm Tour

Join us at the farm to hear what we're all about!

attendee - Free

attendeeplus$1donation - $1.00

attendeeplus$5donation - $5.00

attendeeplus$10donation - $10.00

attendeeplus$20donation - $20.00

Apr 12

Standing Stone

Apr 12

Meeman-Shelby

Nighttime Easter Egg Hunt

Come hunt eggs at night!

Price: $20.00

Apr 12

Cordell Hull Birthplace

Leaves, Trees, OH MY!

Guests will be able to learn about native tree species, attend a fun and informative hike, and make a fun craft to take home to remember your time at the park.

Attendee - Free

Attendee + Donation - $1.00

Attendee + Donation - $5.00

FIVE FISH TOURNAMENT W/ GORDON FOX

Buddy Bass Tournament at Kirby Pocket Day Use Park

KIRBYPOCKET DAY USE AREA FOR TOURNAMENT - Free

KIRBY POCKET DAY USE AREA FOR TOURNAMENT - Free

Apr 12

Henry Horton

2025 Henry Horton Spring Trap League (Week 4)

Henry Horton State Park Spring Trap League

Price: $25.00

Apr 12

Cedars of Lebanon

Cedar Glades Wildflower Hike

Embark on a half mile hike to view the beautiful cedar glades during the spring and discover what spring flowers are blooming.

Attendee($0) - Free

Attendee+donation($1) - $1.00

Attendee+donation($5) - $5.00

Attendee+donation($10) - $10.00

Attendee+donation($20) - $20.00

Apr 12

Price: $35.00

Apr 12

Pinson Mounds

Stargazing at Pinson Mounds

Join the Pinson Mounds Park staff and the Memphis Astronomical Society (MAS) at the Museum to begin your night sky journey.

Registration Closes: 4/11

Price: $5.00

Apr 12

Rocky Fork

NOLI - Introduction to Plant Identification

Join NOLI Instructor and Botanist Steven Price to embark on an exciting journey through the enchanting world of plant identification.

FREE

Edgar Evins

Annual Celebration of Spring and Easter

Join us for our Annual Easter Egg Hunt, now with an Adult Scavenger Hunt! Fun for all ages with great prizes. Don’t miss out!

16 & Up Adult Egg Hunt - $5.00

0-12 Year Olds Egg Hunt - Free

Apr 13

Fort Loudoun

Spring Garrison

Garrison Weekend is a family-friendly, living history event that features the daily lives of the men, women and children of Fort Loudoun.

FREE

Apr 13

Reelfoot Lake

Deep Swamp Kayak Float

KAYAK into the Deep Swamp of Reelfoot Lake

Kayak+PerPerson - $20.00

Judge Branch Hike-Wildflower Pilgrimage

Join us for a wildflower hike on Judge Branch!

FREE

Apr 13

Frozen Head

Wildflower Watercolor-Wildflower Pilgrimage

Join Kristen Garrison for a watercolor workshop!

FREE

Only 9 Left!

Apr 13

Seven Islands

Easter Egg-stravaganza!

Join Ranger Clare to celebrate birds and the eggs they lay!

Family - $8.00

Add a donation - $5.00

Apr 14

Warriors Path

Spring Wildflower Walk

Enjoy a guided hike through the mid-spring woodlands. Gain new insights into the life stories of our native woodland wildflowers.

Person - $5.00

T O Fuller

Easter 2025: Night Egg Hunt

Join the Park Rangers to hunt glow-in-the-dark Easter eggs and enjoy campfire fun!

Participant - $10.00

Participant + $5 Donation - $15.00

Participant + $10 Donation - $20.00

Non-Participant Donation - $10.00

Non-Participant Donation - $20.00

Apr 19

Cedars of Lebanon

Tom Jones Broom Shop Saturdays at Sadie Ford Farm

Tom Jones Broom Shop Open Saturdays at Sadie Ford Heritage Farm and Art Center 10am to 4pm!

FREE

Apr 19

Reelfoot Lake

Deep Swamp Kayak Float

KAYAK into the Deep Swamp of Reelfoot Lake

Kayak+PerPerson - $20.00

Kayak+ReelfootPreservation - $23.50

Apr 19

T O Fuller

2025 Annual Easter Egg Hunt

Join Rangers and staff for the Annual Easter Egg Hunt featuring fun and prizes!

Participant - Free

Earth Day DIY: Seed Paper

Join us for a fun crafting activity!

Price: $10.00

Apr 19

Cedars of Lebanon

Blacksmith Demonstration

Come stop by Sadie Ford Farm to see a blacksmith demonstration

Attendee - Free

Attendee + Donation ($1) - $1.00

Attendee + Donation ($5) - $5.00

Attendee + Donation ($10) - $10.00

Attendee + Donation ($20) - $20.00

Attendee+donation($20) - $20.00

Apr 19

Fall Creek Falls

Easter Egg Hunt

FREE

Apr 19

Montgomery Bell

Golf Cart Safari 04-19-25

Join Ranger Eric on a golf course Safari in Golf Carts

Registration Closes: 4/18

Price: $10.00

Apr 19

Rock Island

Rockin at the Rock - Lawn Chair Jam - April 19, 2025

Join us for a music tradition! Bring a chair, an instrument, and a picnic dish, to Rock Island State Park and share your homegrown talent!

Musician/Singer/Dancer - Free

Musician/Singer/Dancer + Donation - $10.00

Deep Swamp Kayak Float

KAYAK into the Deep Swamp of Reelfoot Lake

Kayak+PerPerson - $20.00

Kayak+ReelfootPreservation - $23.50

Apr 21

Old Stone Fort

Lyrids Meteor Shower Kayak Float

Enjoy a late night kayak float on the Duck River as we look for meteors from the Lyrids Meteor Shower!

Attendee - $35.00

Attendee+ $5 donation - $40.00

Attendee+$10 donation - $45.00

Apr 21

Rock Island

The Night Sky

Join us for International Dark Sky Week as we view the night sky!

Registration Closes: 4/20

Person - Free

Attendee + Donation - $1.00

Attendee + Donation - $5.00

Attendee + Donation - $10.00

Attendee + Donation - $15.00

Apr 22

Rock Island

Earth Day 2025 River Cleanup

Join us to celebrate Earth Day 2025 by cleaning up our rivers!

Person - Free

Attendee + Donation - $1.00

Attendee + Donation - $5.00

Donation (Not Attending) - $1.00

Donation (Not Attending) - $5.00

Apr 22

Division of Natural Areas

Environmental Review Tool (ERT) for Env. Consultants

Environmental consultants will receive an introduction to the Environmental Review Tool (ERT).

Registration Closes: 4/21

FREE

Apr 22

Warriors Path

Earth Day: Watauga River Wildflowers & Cleanup

Celebrate Earth Day on a wildflower walk at Watauga River Bluffs State Natural Area. Help take care of the earth by removing trash and invasive plants.

Person - Free

Attendee+donation($5) - $5.00

Hiwassee River Safety

As Summer is approaching, now is a good time to learn how to enjoy the Hiwassee and how to do it safely.

FREE

Apr 26

Cedars of Lebanon

Tom Jones Broom Shop Saturdays at Sadie Ford Farm

Tom Jones Broom Shop Open Saturdays at Sadie Ford Heritage Farm and Art Center 10am to 4pm!

FREE

Apr 26

Cedars of Lebanon

Sadie Ford Farm Tour

Join us at the farm to hear what we're all about!

attendee - Free

attendeeplus$1donation - $1.00

attendeeplus$5donation - $5.00

attendeeplus$10donation - $10.00

attendeeplus$20donation - $20.00

Apr 26

Tims Ford

Art in the Park!

Celebrate creativity and connect with artists of all mediums at our outdoor art event this spring!

Price: $10.00

Apr 26

Reelfoot Lake

Deep Swamp Kayak Float

KAYAK into the Deep Swamp of Reelfoot Lake

Kayak+PerPerson - $20.00

Kayak+ReelfootPreservation - $23.50

Apr 26

Division of Natural Areas

Tennessee Trillium Trek

Lisa Huff will lead Trillium Trekkers to the Tennessee Trillium population at Union Grove.

2025 Henry Horton Spring Trap League (Week 6)

Henry Horton State Park Spring Trap League

Price: $25.00

Apr 26

Henry Horton

2025 Henry Horton Spring Trap League (week 1-6)

Henry Horton State Park Spring Trap League (pay for all 6 weeks with one click)

Price: $150.00

Apr 26

Rocky Fork

NOLI - Wilderness Navigation with Map & Compass - 2 Day Course

Join Scott Fisher and the Nolichucky Outdoor Learning Institute to develop lasting proficiencies in wilderness navigation.

FREE

Apr 26

Seven Islands

Paddle the French Broad

Paddle the French Broad River with Ranger Eric!

Price: $10.00

Apr 27

Old Stone Fort

New Moon Kayak Float

Enjoy the Duck River by the gentle glow(stick) light!

Attendee - $25.00

Attendee+ $5 donation - $30.00

Attendee+$10 donation - $35.00

Apr 27

Reelfoot Lake

Deep Swamp Kayak Float

KAYAK into the Deep Swamp of Reelfoot Lake

Kayak+PerPerson - $20.00

Kayak+ReelfootPreservation - $23.50

Apr 27

Division of Natural Areas

May Prairie SNA Land Management Hike

A tour of May Prairie focused on land management and challenges of the Natural Area

Registration Closes: 4/26

Registration Closes: 5/1

FREE

May 3

Fort Loudoun

Homeschool Days

Join us on the First and Third Tuesdays of each month for our scheduled Homeschool Days!

Price: $3.00

May 8

Red Clay

Homeschool Days: Creeks and Critters

Get your feet wet with this hands-on exploration of Mill Creek. Learn about water quality and how human activity affects our waterways!

Price: $2.00

May 10

Cedars of Lebanon

Tom Jones Broom Shop Saturdays at Sadie Ford Farm

Tom Jones Broom Shop Open Saturdays at Sadie Ford Heritage Farm and Art Center 10am to 4pm!

Registration Closes: 5/3

FREE

May 10

Cedars of Lebanon

Sadie Ford Farm Tour

Join us at the farm to hear what we're all about!

attendee - Free

attendeeplus$1donation - $1.00

attendeeplus$5donation - $5.00

attendeeplus$10donation - $10.00

attendeeplus$20donation - $20.00

May 10

Division of Natural Areas

Cedars of Lebanon State Natural Area – the Long Walk

5.5-mile one-way walk through Cedars of Lebanon State Natural Area.

Registration Closes: 5/7

Preserving Food: Water Bath Canning- Peaches & Apples

Join Park Ranger Justin Vaughn and UT Extension Office April Martin in learning about the preservation of food by canning.

Registration Closes: 5/6

Price: $35.00

May 10

Pinson Mounds

Virtual Honeybee 5K 2025

This event is open to all skill levels who like to run or walk. Craft fair on May 18th.

Virtual 5k - $25.00

In-Person 5k - $20.00

May 11

Bledsoe Creek

Free Repairs and Food Trucks

Don't trash it! Let our volunteers repair it.

Donation + Attendee - $5.00

Donation (not attending) - $5.00

Donation + Attendee - $20.00

Donation (not attending) - $20.00

May 12

Standing Stone

Flower Moon Boat Float

Join Ranger Aaron for a fun evening under the light of May's Flower Full Moon.

Registration Closes: 5/11

Price: $20.00

May 12

Warriors Path

Full Moon Float (Full Flower Moon)

Come out and enjoy the night skies of Warriors Path State Park as we kayak Fort Patrick Henry Reservoir.

Registration Closes: 5/11

Price: $20.00

May 14

Henry Horton

Art in the Park- Terra Cotta Wall Planters (6:00PM)

Get ready to have some fun creating with clay!

Price: $45.00

May 16

Rock Island

Bone Cave Hike

Join us to on a hike at Bone Cave State Natural Area to celebrate Endangered Species Day 2025!

Registration Closes: 5/15

Price: $5.00

May 16

Cummins Falls

Spring Rock Climbing Workshop at Fall Creek Falls

This workshop is great for beginners. It is also great for those that have climbing experience and want to learn more about a particular aspect of climbing.

1 Person - $75.00

1 Person + Donation - $80.00

1 Person + Donation - $85.00

Sadie Ford Farm Tour

Join us at the farm to hear what we're all about!

attendee - Free

attendeeplus$1donation - $1.00

attendeeplus$5donation - $5.00

attendeeplus$10donation - $10.00

attendeeplus$20donation - $20.00

May 17

Division of Natural Areas

Flat Rock Cedar Glades and Barrens, fire adapted and thriving!

Discuss restoration and management at Flat Rock State Natural Area

Registration Closes: 5/15

Price: $10.00

May 17

Rocky Fork

NOLI - Wilderness First Responder (WFR) - 8 Day Course - May 25'

(NOLI) This is for you if: You want the most comprehensive level of wilderness medical training short of becoming a Wilderness EMT.

FREE

May 17

Pinson Mounds

Bee Fest 2025

Spring craft fair and 5k!

Donation ($5) - $5.00

Donation ($10) - $10.00

Donation ($20) - $20.00

May 18

Fort Loudoun

Feast of Saint Barbara Garrsion

Garrison Weekend is a free, family-friendly, living history event that features the daily lives of the men, women and children of Fort Loudoun.

FREE

May 20

Fort Loudoun

Homeschool Days

Join us on the First and Third Tuesdays of each month for our scheduled Homeschool Days!

Price: $3.00

May 21

Henry Horton

Palette Knife Painted Sunflower - Art in the Park (6:00PM)

Let's get together and make beautiful Palette Knife Sunflowers!

Price: $45.00

May 23

Warriors Path

Birding By Ear

Join us as we enjoy the morning "bird concert," and learn to recognize the songs and calls of our common East Tennessee birds.

Price: $5.00

May 24

Middle Fork Bottoms

Birds of Middle Fork Bottoms State Park

Over 170 bird species have been observed in the park. Come enjoy a leisurely walk along the paved trails to observe some of this avian richness.

Fee - $10.00

Fee + Donation - $15.00

Fee + Donation - $20.00

Fee + Donation - $25.00

May 24

Cedars of Lebanon

Tom Jones Broom Shop Saturdays at Sadie Ford Farm

Tom Jones Broom Shop Open Saturdays at Sadie Ford Heritage Farm and Art Center 10am to 4pm!

FREE

May 24

Cedars of Lebanon

Sadie Ford Farm Tour

Join us at the farm to hear what we're all about!

attendee - Free

attendeeplus$1donation - $1.00

attendeeplus$5donation - $5.00

attendeeplus$10donation - $10.00

attendeeplus$20donation - $20.00

May 24

Division of Natural Areas

Birds of Middle Fork Bottoms State Park

Over 170 bird species have been observed in the park. Come enjoy a leisurely walk along the paved trails to observe some of this avian richness.

Registration Closes: 5/22

Price: $10.00

May 24

Meeman-Shelby

National Safe Boating Day 2025 Sunset Float

Enjoy a beautiful sunset on the water with Ranger Decoda Muller!

Price: $20.00

May 24

Edgar Evins

Preserving Food: Water Bath Canning- Jams and Jellies

Join Park Ranger Justin Vaughn and UT Extension Office April Martin in learning about the preservation of food by canning.

Price: $35.00

May 24

Fall Creek Falls

Nature Whispers: Learning to Connect with Nature

Come enjoy nature and learn some mindfulness techniques!

FREE

May 26

Old Stone Fort

New Moon Kayak Float

Enjoy the Duck River by the gentle glow(stick) light!

Attendee - $25.00

Attendee+ $5 donation - $30.00

Attendee+$10 donation - $35.00

May 26

Cedars of Lebanon

Caving Adventure in Hermit Cave

Meet us at the Nature Center to prepare for an exploration into Hermit Cave where we will learn about our unique geology and underground ecology.

Price: $3.00

Cedars of Lebanon

Sadie Ford Farm Tour

Join us at the farm to hear what we're all about!

attendee - Free

attendeeplus$1donation - $1.00

attendeeplus$5donation - $5.00

attendeeplus$10donation - $10.00

attendeeplus$20donation - $20.00

May 31

Sycamore Shoals

Spring Knap-In

Spend the day learning about ancient technology and the art of making stone tools.

FREE

Jun 1

Roan Mountain

Support Our Wildlife Ambassadors

Help support our Wildlife Ambassadors by donating to our raptors and reptiles. All donations will go for the care of our animals.

Feeds one bird a day - $10.00

Feeds two birds a day - $20.00

Feeds three birds a day - $30.00

Feeds four bird a day - $40.00

Feeds five birds a day - $50.00

Jun 1

Cedars of Lebanon

Sponsor our Bird of Prey Ambassadors June

Help support our Bird of Prey Ambassadors through Donations!

General Donation - $1.00

Donation-feeds Oscar for one day - $2.50

Donation-feeds Skipper for one day - $3.00

Donation- feeds Oscar for a week - $17.50

Donation- feeds Skipper for a week - $21.00

Jun 1

Cedars of Lebanon

Caving Adventure in Hermit Cave

Meet us at the Nature Center to prepare for an exploration into Hermit Cave where we will learn about our unique geology and underground ecology.

Price: $3.00

Jun 2

Warriors Path

Summer In The Park, June - August 2025

A summer full of outdoor fun & discovery. Each week's schedule is different, but always includes hikes, wildlife, folklore & more. And it’s all FREE!

Homeschool Days

Join us on the First and Third Tuesdays of each month for our scheduled Homeschool Days!

Price: $3.00

Jun 4

Pickwick Landing

Jr. Ranger Camp - 1st Time Rangers

Calling all 1st Time Jr. Rangers to join us at Pickwick Landing State park to learn, explore, and play in nature!

Price: $65.00

Jun 6

Old Stone Fort

World Atlatl Days

The atlatl is a tool with which you use to throw a spear. The prehistoric Native Americans would have used this weapon for hunting large game animals.

Attendee - Free

Attendee + $5 Donation - $5.00

Attendee + $10 Donation - $10.00

Attendee + $15 Donation - $15.00

Attendee + $20 Donation - $20.00

Jun 6

Sycamore Shoals

Liberty! The Saga of Sycamore Shoals

Tennessee's official outdoor drama celebrates its 46th season.

FREE

Jun 7

Bledsoe Creek

Jeep Show

Join us and be amazed by hardworking vehicles of the past! See firsthand the mechanics, accessories, and the versatility of these tools!

Spectator - Free

Participant-1Vehicle - $15.00

Participant-2 Vehicles - $20.00

Vendor - $25.00

Jun 7

Sgt Alvin C York

Sgt. York Monthly Volunteer Day

This is a monthly volunteer opportunity, that occurs on the first Saturday of every month.

FREE

Jun 7

Cedars of Lebanon

National Trails Volunteer Day- June

Want to volunteer? Want to make a difference? Then join us at the Park for our monthly volunteer days.

FREE

Jun 7

Cedars of Lebanon

Tom Jones Broom Shop Saturdays at Sadie Ford Farm

Tom Jones Broom Shop Open Saturdays at Sadie Ford Heritage Farm and Art Center 10am to 4pm!

FREE

Jun 7

Cedars of Lebanon

National Trails Day Hike

Join the Park Ranger as we celebrate National Trails Day!

Attendee($0) - Free

Attendee+donation($1) - $1.00

Attendee+donation($5) - $5.00

Attendee+donation($10) - $10.00

Attendee+donation($20) - $20.00

Jun 7

Division of Natural Areas

Participant - Free

Participant + Donation - $5.00

Participant + Donation - $10.00

Participant + Donation - $15.00

Participant + Donation - $20.00

Jun 7

Jun 7

Cedars of Lebanon

Caving Adventure in Jackson Cave

Want to get muddy? Want to see an underground lake? Want to make memories? Then let's take a guided tour in Jackson Cave.

Price: $6.00

Jun 8

Cedars of Lebanon

Caving Adventure in Hermit Cave

Meet us at the Nature Center to prepare for an exploration into Hermit Cave where we will learn about our unique geology and underground ecology.

Registration Closes: 5/26

Junior Ranger Camp Ages 5 - 9! (June 9 - 12)

Junior Ranger Camp for children 5 to 9 years old helps children build a better relationship with the great outdoors and have fun!

Registration Closes: 5/30

1 Camper - $50.00

2 Campers - $90.00

3 Campers - $130.00

Jun 9

Big Hill Pond

Junior Ranger Camp at Big Hill Pond

Join Ranger Canon for Junior Ranger Camp 2025 at Big Hill Pond!

Registration Closes: 6/3

Price: $50.00

Jun 10

Rocky Fork

NOLI - Wilderness First Responder Recertification (WFR) - 3 Day Course

(Nolichucky Outdoor Learning Institute) This is for you if: You hold current WFR or WEMT certification and want to recertify for another three years.

FREE

Jun 11

Cedars of Lebanon

Full Strawberry Moon Hike

Is it a plane? Is it a bird? No.... it's a Full Moon!!! The Strawberry Moon!

Attendee($0) - Free

Attendee+donation($1) - $1.00

Attendee+donation($5) - $5.00

Art in the Park: Nature Impressions (6:00PM)

Join local artist Anna Whitworth for a fun art lesson playing in clay!

Price: $45.00

Jun 11

Warriors Path

Full Moon Float (Full Strawberry Moon)

Come out and enjoy the night skies of Warriors Path State Park as we kayak Fort Patrick Henry Reservoir.

Registration Closes: 6/10

Price: $20.00

Jun 12

Reelfoot Lake

BIG BASS TOURNAMENT W/ GORDON FOX

Buddy Bass Tournament at Kirby Pocket Day Use Park

KIRBYPOCKET DAY USE AREA FOR TOURNAMENT - Free

KIRBY POCKET DAY USE AREA FOR TOURNAMENT - Free

Jun 12

Warriors Path

Full Moon Float (Full Strawberry Moon)

Come out and enjoy the night skies of Warriors Path State Park as we kayak Fort Patrick Henry Reservoir.

Price: $20.00

Jun 14

Cedars of Lebanon

Tom Jones Broom Shop Saturdays at Sadie Ford Farm

Tom Jones Broom Shop Open Saturdays at Sadie Ford Heritage Farm and Art Center 10am to 4pm!

FREE

Jun 14

Cedars of Lebanon

Caving Adventure in Jackson Cave

Want to get muddy? Want to see an underground lake? Want to make memories? Then let's take a guided tour in Jackson Cave.

Price: $6.00

Jun 15

Division of Natural Areas

House Mountain Hike – Learn to Identify Trees!

Take a fun, informative hike to the summit of House Mountain where we’ll learn to identify the tree species that call Tennessee forests home.

Registration Closes: 6/11

Price: $10.00

Jun 15

Cedars of Lebanon

Caving Adventure in Hermit Cave

Meet us at the Nature Center to prepare for an exploration into Hermit Cave where we will learn about our unique geology and underground ecology.

Price: $3.00

Jun 16

Meeman-Shelby

Registration Closes: 6/6

1 Camper - $50.00

2 Campers - $90.00

3 Campers - $130.00

Jun 16

Indian Mountain

Junior Ranger Camp 2025

Come have a blast learning many outdoor skills and about nature at Jr. Ranger Camp at Indian Mountain State Park.

Price: $25.00

Jun 17

Red Clay

Junior Ranger Camp 2025

Learn what it takes to be a park ranger with the Red Clay rangers at Junior Ranger Camp 2025!

1 Camper - $55.00

Sponsor a Junior Ranger - $55.00

Only 9 Left!

Jun 18

Cedars of Lebanon

Junior Ranger Day Camp 1

Junior Ranger Camp 2024!

Price: $50.00

Jun 21

Cedars of Lebanon

Tom Jones Broom Shop Saturdays at Sadie Ford Farm

Tom Jones Broom Shop Open Saturdays at Sadie Ford Heritage Farm and Art Center 10am to 4pm!

FREE

Jun 21

Division of Natural Areas

Hike at John and Hester Lane Cedar Glades

Explore the plant communities of John and Hester Lane Cedar Glades State Natural Area

Registration Closes: 6/20

regular - $5.00

kids under 12 - Free

Jun 21

Cedars of Lebanon

Blacksmith Demonstration

Come stop by Sadie Ford Farm to see a blacksmith demonstration

Attendee - Free

Attendee + Donation ($1) - $1.00

Attendee + Donation ($5) - $5.00

Attendee + Donation ($10) - $10.00

Roan Mountain

2025 Junior Ranger Camp, Ages 8-12

Join Tennessee State Parks Rangers & Interpreters at Roan Mountain State Park for a week of fun educational activities & recreational programs.

Registration Closes: 5/1

PerParticipant - $75.00

CloudlandElementaryStudents - $55.00

Jun 23

Tims Ford

Spirit of America-2025

Call or come by Tims Ford to get an application for Spirit of America! This is a fun and informative boating and water safety camp!

FREE

Jun 23

T O Fuller

Junior Ranger Camp 2025

Come and join the Rangers on a week-long adventure to earn the title of Junior Ranger.

Ages 7 to 12 - $20.00

Participant + $5 Donation - $25.00

Participant + $10 Donation - $30.00

Parent Chaperone - Free

Parent Chaperone + $5 Donation - $5.00

Jun 23

South Cumberland

Junior Ranger Camp 2025

Does your child love Nature and the Great Outdoors? If so, come spend a week in the outdoors with South Cumberland Rangers and Seasonal Rangers!

Registration Closes: 5/19

Price: $50.00

Jun 25

Old Stone Fort

New Moon Kayak Float

Enjoy the Duck River by the gentle glow(stick) light!

Attendee - $25.00

Attendee+ $5 donation - $30.00

Attendee+$10 donation - $35.00

Jun 27

Montgomery Bell

Star Party 06-27-25

Join us for a star party in addition we will look at the beauty of the night sky.

FREE

Jun 28

Cedars of Lebanon

Tom Jones Broom Shop Saturdays at Sadie Ford Farm

Tom Jones Broom Shop Open Saturdays at Sadie Ford Heritage Farm and Art Center 10am to 4pm!

FREE

Cedars of Lebanon

Sponsor our Bird of Prey Ambassadors July

Help support our Bird of Prey Ambassadors through Donations!

General Donation - $1.00

Donation-feeds Oscar for one day - $2.50

Donation-feeds Skipper for one day - $3.00

Donation- feeds Oscar for a week - $17.50

Donation- feeds Skipper for a week - $21.00

Jul 5

Sgt Alvin C York

Sgt. York Monthly Volunteer Day

This is a monthly volunteer opportunity, that occurs on the first Saturday of every month.

FREE

Jul 5

Cedars of Lebanon

Volunteer Day- July

Want to volunteer? Want to make a difference? Then join us at the Park for our monthly volunteer days.

FREE

Jul 5

Cedars of Lebanon

Tom Jones Broom Shop Saturdays at Sadie Ford Farm

Tom Jones Broom Shop Open Saturdays at Sadie Ford Heritage Farm and Art Center 10am to 4pm!

FREE

Jul 5

Cedars of Lebanon

Caving Adventure in Jackson Cave

Want to get muddy? Want to see an underground lake? Want to make memories? Then let's take a guided tour in Jackson Cave.

Price: $6.00

Jul 10

Warriors Path

Full Moon Float (Full Buck Moon)

Come out and enjoy the night skies of Warriors Path State Park as we kayak Fort Patrick Henry Reservoir.

Price: $20.00

Jul 11

Henry Horton

Duck River Outdoor Expo Sponsorships

The Duck River Outdoor Expo is looking for sponsors!

Sponsorship - $20.00

Sponsorship - $50.00

Sponsorship - $100.00

Sponsorship - $200.00

Sponsorship - $500.00

Jul 11

Warriors Path

Full Moon Float (Full Buck Moon)

Come out and enjoy the night skies of Warriors Path State Park as we kayak Fort Patrick Henry Reservoir.

Caving Adventure in Jackson Cave

Want to get muddy? Want to see an underground lake? Want to make memories? Then let's take a guided tour in Jackson Cave.

Price: $6.00

Jul 12

Edgar Evins

Preserving Food: Pressure Canning- Corn & Green Beans

Join Park Ranger Justin Vaughn and UT Extension Office April Martin in learning about the preservation of food by canning.

Registration Closes: 7/8

Price: $35.00

Jul 13

Montgomery Bell

Camp Tanase

Don't miss out on the best summer camp experience at Camp Tanase!

FREE

Jul 13

Cedars of Lebanon

Caving Adventure in Hermit Cave

Meet us at the Nature Center to prepare for an exploration into Hermit Cave where we will learn about our unique geology and underground ecology.

Price: $3.00

Jul 14

Big Hill Pond

Outdoor Camp at Big Hill Pond

Join Ranger Canon for Outdoor Day Camp at Big Hill Pond!

Registration Closes: 7/8

Price: $40.00

Jul 14

Tims Ford

Jr. Ranger Camp - July 14th-16th - Ages 9-11

Join our 3 day Jr. Ranger Camp at Tims Ford for some fun and educational experiences!

Price: $85.00

Jul 14

Norris Dam

Junior Ranger Camp

Get excited- Junior Ranger Camp 2025 is on the way!

Price: $65.00

Jul 18

Big Ridge

Advanced JR Ranger Camp

Bring your teen out for a weekend of fun activities!

Price: $75.00

Jul 19

Cedars of Lebanon

Tom Jones Broom Shop Saturdays at Sadie Ford Farm

Tom Jones Broom Shop Open Saturdays at Sadie Ford Heritage Farm and Art Center 10am to 4pm!

FREE

Jul 19

Cedars of Lebanon

Caving Adventure in Jackson Cave

Want to get muddy? Want to see an underground lake? Want to make memories? Then let's take a guided tour in Jackson Cave.

Price: $6.00

Jul 20

Paris Landing

Spirit of America 2025

Join us in learning how to operate small boats, canoes, kayaks, and sailboats!

Registration Closes: 7/12

Price: $75.00

Jul 20

Cedars of Lebanon

Caving Adventure in Hermit Cave

Meet us at the Nature Center to prepare for an exploration into Hermit Cave where we will learn about our unique geology and underground ecology.

Price: $3.00

Jul 21

Tims Ford

Birds of Prey! Ages 10-15

Come join one of our Summer Day Camps! This day's theme will be on Birds of Prey!

Registration Closes: 7/14

Price: $30.00

Jul 24

Old Stone Fort

New Moon Kayak Float

Enjoy the Duck River by the gentle glow(stick) light!

Attendee - $25.00

Attendee+ $5 donation - $30.00

Attendee+$10 donation - $35.00

Tims Ford

Mammals! Ages 10-15

Come join one of our Summer Day Camps! This day's theme will be on TN Mammals!

Registration Closes: 7/21

Price: $30.00

Aug 1

Cedars of Lebanon

Sponsor our Bird of Prey Ambassadors August

Help support our Bird of Prey Ambassadors through Donations!

General Donation - $1.00

Donation-feeds Oscar for one day - $2.50

Donation-feeds Skipper for one day - $3.00

Donation- feeds Oscar for a week - $17.50

Donation- feeds Skipper for a week - $21.00

Aug 1

Montgomery Bell

Golf Cart Safari 08-01-25

Join Ranger Eric on a golf course Safari in Golf Carts

Registration Closes: 7/31

Price: $10.00

Aug 2

Sgt Alvin C York

Sgt. York Monthly Volunteer Day

This is a monthly volunteer opportunity, that occurs on the first Saturday of every month.

FREE

Aug 2

Cedars of Lebanon

Volunteer Day- August

Want to volunteer? Want to make a difference? Then join us at the Park for our monthly volunteer days.

FREE

Aug 2

Cedars of Lebanon

Tom Jones Broom Shop Saturdays at Sadie Ford Farm

Tom Jones Broom Shop Open Saturdays at Sadie Ford Heritage Farm and Art Center 10am to 4pm!

FREE

Aug 2

Montgomery Bell

Father Daughter Dance 2025

Fathers, enjoy an enchanting evening with your favorite little lady! This fun-filled night will include dancing, appetizers, and dessert bar.

Registration Closes: 7/26

Full Moon Kayak Float (Sturgeon Moon)

Enjoy the Sturgeon Moon while paddling the Duck River!

Attendee - $25.00

Full Sturgeon Moon Hike

Is it a plane? Is it a bird? No.... it's a Full Moon!!! The Sturgeon Moon!

Attendee($0) - Free

Attendee+donation($1) - $1.00

Attendee+donation($5) - $5.00

Attendee+donation($10) - $10.00

Attendee+donation($20) - $20.00

Aug 9

Division of Natural Areas

Bring your Boat – Duck River, Paddle a State Scenic Section

Paddle a 6-mile stretch of Duck River passing through portions of State Natural Areas.

Registration Closes: 8/7

Price: $10.00

Aug 9

Cedars of Lebanon

Caving Adventure in Jackson Cave

Want to get muddy? Want to see an underground lake? Want to make memories? Then let's take a guided tour in Jackson Cave.

Price: $6.00

Aug 9

Warriors Path

Full Moon Float (Full Sturgeon Moon)

Come out and enjoy the night skies of Warriors Path State Park as we kayak Fort Patrick Henry Reservoir.

Registration Closes: 8/8

Price: $20.00

Aug 10

Fort Loudoun

Siege Weekend Garrison

Garrison Weekend is a free, family-friendly, living history event that features the daily lives of the men, women and children of Fort Loudoun.

FREE

Aug 10

Cedars of Lebanon

Caving Adventure in Hermit Cave

Meet us at the Nature Center to prepare for an exploration into Hermit Cave where we will learn about our unique geology and underground ecology.

Price: $3.00

Aug 12

Old Stone Fort

Perseid Meteor Shower Kayak Float

Enjoy a late night kayak float on the Duck River while we look to the sky for Perseid Meteors

Attendee - $40.00

Attendee+ $5 donation - $45.00

Attendee+$10 donation - $50.00

Only 9 Left!

Aug 16

Cedars of Lebanon

Tom Jones Broom Shop Saturdays at Sadie Ford Farm

Tom Jones Broom Shop Open Saturdays at Sadie Ford Heritage Farm and Art Center 10am to 4pm!

FREE

Aug 16

Cedars of Lebanon

Blacksmith Demonstration

Come stop by Sadie Ford Farm to see a blacksmith demonstration

Attendee - Free

Attendee + Donation ($1) - $1.00

New Moon Kayak Float

Enjoy the Duck River by the gentle glow(stick) light!

Attendee - $25.00

Caving Adventure in Jackson Cave

Want to get muddy? Want to see an underground lake? Want to make memories? Then let's take a guided tour in Jackson Cave.

Price: $6.00

Aug 24

Donation-feeds Oscar for one day - $2.50

Donation-feeds Skipper for one day - $3.00

Donation- feeds Oscar for a week - $17.50

Donation- feeds Skipper for a week - $21.00

Sep 5

Fall Creek Falls

47th Annual Mountaineer Folk Festival

Join us for a festival celebrating Appalachian crafts, music, and food!

FREE

Sep 6

Sgt Alvin C York

Sgt. York Monthly Volunteer Day

This is a monthly volunteer opportunity, that occurs on the first Saturday of every month.

FREE

Sep 6

Cedars of Lebanon

Volunteer Day- September

Want to volunteer? Want to make a difference? Then join us at the Park for our monthly volunteer days.

FREE

Sep 6

Cedars of Lebanon

Tom Jones Broom Shop Saturdays at Sadie Ford Farm

Tom Jones Broom Shop Open Saturdays at Sadie Ford Heritage Farm and Art Center 10am to 4pm!

FREE

Sep 6

Montgomery Bell

Golf Cart Safari 09-06-25

Join Ranger Eric on a golf course Safari in Golf Carts

Registration Closes: 9/5

Price: $10.00

Sep 7

Old Stone Fort

Full Moon Kayak Float (Harvest Moon)

Enjoy the Harvest Moon from a kayak on the Duck River!

Attendee - $25.00

Attendee+ $5 donation - $30.00

Attendee+$10 donation - $35.00

Sep 7

Cedars of Lebanon

Full Harvest Moon Hike

Is it a plane? Is it a bird? No.... it's a Full Moon!!! The Harvest Moon!

Attendee($0) - Free

Attendee+donation($1) - $1.00

Attendee+donation($5) - $5.00

Attendee+donation($10) - $10.00

Attendee+donation($20) - $20.00

Sep 7

Standing Stone

Corn Moon Boat Float 2025

Join Ranger Aaron for a fun evening boat paddle under the light of September's Corn Full Moon.

Registration Closes: 9/6

Price: $15.00

Sep 13

Cedars of Lebanon

Tom Jones Broom Shop Saturdays at Sadie Ford Farm

Tom Jones Broom Shop Open Saturdays at Sadie Ford Heritage Farm and Art Center 10am to 4pm!

FREE

Sep 13

Division of Natural Areas

Wildflowers and Wetlands at Pinson Mounds

An approximately 2-mile walk past Native American prehistoric mounds, rare wildflowers, and riverine wetlands of the South Fork Forked Deer River

Registration Closes: 9/6

regular - $10.00

kids under 10 - Free

Sep 13

Meeman-Shelby

Blacklight Night Hike #1

Join Ranger Decoda Muller for a night hike with a twist!

Price: $15.00

Cedars of Lebanon

Tom Jones Broom Shop Saturdays at Sadie Ford Farm

Tom Jones Broom Shop Open Saturdays at Sadie Ford Heritage Farm and Art Center 10am to 4pm!

FREE

Sep 20

Sycamore Shoals

Overmountain Muster at Sycamore Shoals

Step back in time as the Overmountain Men gather at Sycamore Shoals before their epic campaign to the Battle of Kings Mountain.

FREE

Sep 20

Sycamore Shoals

SAR Gathering at Sycamore Shoals

Commemorate the patriot victory at Kings Mountain with the TN Society Sons of the American Revolution.

FREE

Sep 20

Montgomery Bell

2025 Bicycle Ride Across Tennessee

Join us for the 2025 Bicycle Ride Across Tennessee! This year, the ride will call Montgomery Bell State Park home!

FREE

Sep 21

Old Stone Fort

New Moon Kayak Float

Enjoy the Duck River by the gentle glow(stick) light!

Attendee - $25.00

Attendee+ $5 donation - $30.00

Attendee+$10 donation - $35.00

Sep 25

Sycamore Shoals

OVTA Watauga River Crossing

Members of the Overmountain Victory Trail Association recreate the historic Watauga River crossing of 1780!

FREE

Sep 27

Cedars of Lebanon

Tom Jones Broom Shop Saturdays at Sadie Ford Farm

Tom Jones Broom Shop Open Saturdays at Sadie Ford Heritage Farm and Art Center 10am to 4pm!

FREE

Sep 27

Division of Natural Areas

Attendee+ $5 donation - $30.00

Attendee+$10 donation - $35.00

Oct 7

Standing Stone

Hunters Supermoon Boat Float

Join Ranger Aaron for a fun evening boat paddle under the light of October's Hunters SuperMoon.

Registration Closes: 10/6

Price: $15.00

Oct 11

Cedars of Lebanon

Tom Jones Broom Shop Saturdays at Sadie Ford Farm

Tom Jones Broom Shop Open Saturdays at Sadie Ford Heritage Farm and Art Center 10am to 4pm!

FREE

Oct 11

Division of Natural Areas

Vesta Cedar Glade and Cedars of Lebanon SNA Forest Bathing

Participants will explore limestone cedar glades, barrens and forests at Vesta and Cedars of Lebanon Forest Natural Areas

Registration Closes: 10/9

Kids under 10 - Free

Regular - $10.00

Oct 11

Meeman-Shelby

Lantern Led Night Hike #1

Take a spooky hike and learn about some local urban legends!

Price: $15.00

Oct 17

Sycamore Shoals

Death Comes to Sabine Hill

Tour the historic Taylor home by candlelight and experience early American mourning traditions and funeral customs.

FREE

Oct 18

Cedars of Lebanon

Tom Jones Broom Shop Saturdays at Sadie Ford Farm

Tom Jones Broom Shop Open Saturdays at Sadie Ford Heritage Farm and Art Center 10am to 4pm!

FREE

Attendee + Donation ($20) - $20.00

2025 Halloween "Chills and Thrills" in the Campground

Join us for our annual "Chills and Thrills" in the Campground at Cedars of Lebanon 2025. We plan to have a "ghostly" time!

Price: $2.00

Oct 25

Rocky Fork

NOLI - Wilderness Navigation with Map & Compass - 2 Day Course

Join Scott Fisher and the Nolichucky Outdoor Learning Institute to develop lasting proficiencies in wilderness navigation.

FREE

Oct 30

Tims Ford

Donate to the Mounted Patrol!

Help Support Tims Ford Mounted Patrol!

Sticker in park Gift Shop - $5.00

Patch in park Gift Shop - $7.50

Donation - $5.00

Donation - $10.00

Donation - $20.00

Oct 30

Sycamore Shoals

Scary Stories at Fort Watauga

Join local storytellers for an evening of spooky tales that are sure to send a shiver down your spine and tickle your funny bone.

FREE

Oct 31

Division of Natural Areas

Devil’s Backbone Trail Halloween Hike

History, ecology, and scenic 3.2-mile hike through Devil’s Backbone’s diverse landscapes

Sponsor our Bird of Prey Ambassadors November

Help support our Bird of Prey Ambassadors through Donations!

General Donation - $1.00

Donation-feeds Oscar for one day - $2.50

Donation-feeds Skipper for one day - $3.00

Donation- feeds Oscar for a week - $17.50

Donation- feeds Skipper for a week - $21.00

Nov 1

Rocky Fork

NOLI - Wilderness First Responder (WFR) - 8 Day Course - Nov 25'

(NOLI) This is for you if: You want the most comprehensive level of wilderness medical training short of becoming a Wilderness EMT.

FREE

Nov 5

Cedars of Lebanon

Full Beaver Moon Hike

Is it a plane? Is it a bird? No.... it's a Full Moon!!! The Beaver Moon!

Attendee($0) - Free

Attendee+donation($1) - $1.00

Attendee+donation($5) - $5.00

Attendee+donation($10) - $10.00

Attendee+donation($20) - $20.00

Nov 8

Cedars of Lebanon

Tom Jones Broom Shop Saturdays at Sadie Ford Farm

Tom Jones Broom Shop Open Saturdays at Sadie Ford Heritage Farm and Art Center 10am to 4pm!

FREE

Nov 8

Division of Natural Areas

Natural History and Archaeology of Pogue Creek Canyon SNA

Six-mile hike to enjoy fall foliage and pre-history of rock houses of the Cumberland Plateau.

Registration Closes: 10/28

FREE

Nov 8

Dec 1

Cedars of Lebanon

Sponsor our Bird of Prey Ambassadors December

Help support our Bird of Prey Ambassadors through Donations!

General Donation - $1.00

Donation-feeds Oscar for one day - $2.50

Donation-feeds Skipper for one day - $3.00

Donation- feeds Oscar for a week - $17.50

Donation- feeds Skipper for a week - $21.00

Dec 4

Cedars of Lebanon

Full Cold Moon Hike

Is it a plane? Is it a bird? No.... it's a Full Moon!!! The Cold Moon!

Attendee($0) - Free

Attendee+donation($1) - $1.00

Attendee+donation($5) - $5.00

2025 Bell Ringer Trail Run

Join us for the 2025 Bell Ringer Trail Run!

FREE

Dec 13

Meeman-Shelby

Ranger Rescue: Art Heist

Oh no! Krampus Krow is up to no good! Help us solve this art heist problem!

Price: $15.00

Dec 20

Cedars of Lebanon

Tom Jones Broom Shop Saturdays at Sadie Ford Farm

Tom Jones Broom Shop Open Saturdays at Sadie Ford Heritage Farm and Art Center 10am to 4pm!

FREE

Dec 20

Cedars of Lebanon

Blacksmith Demonstration

Come stop by Sadie Ford Farm to see a blacksmith demonstration

Attendee - Free

Attendee + Donation ($1) - $1.00

Attendee + Donation ($5) - $5.00

Attendee + Donation ($10) - $10.00

Attendee + Donation ($20) - $20.00

Dec 27

Cedars of Lebanon

Tom Jones Broom Shop Saturdays at Sadie Ford Farm

Tom Jones Broom Shop Open Saturdays at Sadie Ford Heritage Farm and Art Center 10am to 4pm!

FREE

Dec 30

Savage Gulf

Volunteer Dates

Volunteer Opportunities at the park.

FREE

Dec 30

Savage Gulf

Outdoor Programs for Education Groups at Savage Gulf

A variety of outdoor programming opportunities for school groups.

FREE

Dec 31

Old Stone Fort

Last Hike of the Year

Join Old Stone Fort Rangers to round out 2024 with a lantern hike!

Attendee - $10.00

Attendee+ $5 donation - $15.00

Attendee+$10 donation - $20.00