2015-2016 Holiday Catalog
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b e c oo m e a m e m b e r r give a gift! Established in 1953, GSMA provides over $1.5 million in assistance to Great Smoky Mountains National Park each year. We are a nonprofit organization authorized by Congress to promote the educational, historical, and scientific efforts of the National Park Service. Benefits include: n Exclusive access to Members’ Only merchandise n Subscription to Smokies Life Magazine n Exclusive access to our Members’ Only website n Subscription to Cub Report monthly e-newsletter n A 15-20% discount (depending on membership level) at our park stores and website n Discounts at other park stores in national parks around the country n Discounts from our area business members Acorn $15 n Buckeyes $35 n Chestnuts $100 n Dogwoods $200 n Hemlocks $1,000 n Ginkgo $65 (international memberships)
To become a member, join online at www.SmokiesInformation.org or call Judy at (865) 436-7318 ext. 222 or Marti at ext. 254.
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Members Only Mug #670709 $18.00
Members Only Ornament #677111 $22.99
We’re Going to the Mountains The youngest fans of the park will love this beautiful, sweet book that leads them on a pleasant hiking and camping trip through GSMNP. Kids will enjoy the gorgeous illustrations of fish, skunks, river otters, bear, deer, trees, wildflowers, and stars. Illustrated and written by GSMA’s own award-winning Lisa Horstman and Steve Kemp. 24 highquality pages. #400801 $5.99
Smokies Wishbone Bear
front in black Start them out right with this socially-responsible T-shirt about black bears. And help us spread the word about just how cool black bears in the Smokies are with this quality, pre-shrunk, 100% cotton tee. Comes in youth sizes, Small (6-8 years old), Medium (10-12), and Large (14-16). Available in black. #650115 $15.99
Kids Black Bear T-shirt
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This soft, furry fellow is a very good likeness of a real Smoky Mountain black bear. He’s weighted to sit up smartly and gaze at you fondly from across the room. Comes with a booklet on black bears in the Smokies. All purchases benefit the park! Approximately 12" tall. #650073 $15.95
Winter Friends by Carl R. Sams and Jean Stoick. Many of you are familiar with Stranger in the Woods, the amazing bestselling children’s book about a snowman, several deer, squirrels, and backyard birds. Winter Friends features a similar cast of wildlife friends. It’s a thick board book designed for toddlers and preschoolers. 16 pages. #400695 $7.95 Visit our online store www.SmokiesInformation.org
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Plush Bat Bats! Eeek! Right? Wait a second... Bats are mammals that can fly (without airplanes). They can “see” in absolute darkness well enough to flit full speed through the trees. Their wings are actually modified hands (look at an x-ray). And they work for us right through the night reducing the numbers of mosquitos and other bugs from our campsites and backyards. Buddy! Recommended for ages 3 and up. Comes with free booklet of information on bats in the Smokies. #650808 $9.99
Plush Black Bear Can you imagine Great Smoky Mountains National Park without the black bear? Neither can we! This soft and fuzzy 12" tall plush bear is a great way to share your enthusiasm for wildlife with the next generation. Comes with an informative booklet on Smoky Mountain bears and on how people and bears can co-exist here. All purchases benefit the park! #650350 $14.99
Black Bear Purse This lovable little accessory may not have made the Paris fashion runways this year, but it has been our runaway best seller in the park. A very sensible item that holds a lot more than you might think and shows the world you’ve been to America’s best national park! Includes adjustable strap. #650710 $7.99
Coyote If you’ve ever been to Cades Cove at night, you know why this animal is nicknamed “song dog.” This soft, plush replica of a coyote has been one of our most popular toys this year. In fact, we haven’t been able to keep them on the shelves most of the summer. But we have a good stock now, just give us a howl and we’ll have one delivered right to your door! 12" from nose to tail. #650634 $14.99
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The Troublesome Cub in the Great Smoky Mountains Kids will love this true story of a bear cub who fell asleep in a dumpster and was inadvertently picked up by a garbage truck. Written in delightful rhyme, the story has a happy ending and some important lessons to protect wildlife. Written and illustrated by Lisa Horstman. Softcover, 32 pages. #400551 $7.95
The Great Smoky Mountain Salamander Ball by Lisa Horstman. Children will delight in this fantastic tale of a young girl’s vacation in the Smoky Mountains. Wandering from her tent late one summer’s night, Sara finds an invitation she just can’t resist! Watching the Salamander Ball from behind a tree, Sara is fascinated by the strange creatures until suddenly she is discovered....Softcover, 32 pages. #400219 $7.95
Flying Squirrel Puppet It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s a flying squirrel! This adorable puppet is soft and cuddly and fun to play with. Both Northern and Southern flying squirrels live in the Great Smoky Mountains and they can glide from tree to tree for up to 200 feet. This one was chosen because it looks just like the heroine of our favorite new kids book, Sabrina: A Great Smoky Mountains Story (see below). #650361 $18.99
Sabrina: A Great Smoky Mountains Story Lisa Horstman, author and illustrator for such popular children's books as “The Great Smoky Mountain Salamander Ball” and “The Troublesome Cub” has outdone herself this time with “Sabrina: A Great Smoky Mountains Story.” Sabrina is the tale of a…special kind of squirrel who finds herself in a strange new home after a run in with an owl. Follow along as Sabrina learns how to survive, and then thrive, in her new environment. Sabrina and her ilk are denizens of the rich and rare spruce-fir forest that clings to the Smokies highest peaks. Horstman’s adorable illustrations are the result of a technique she has pioneered using handmade “puppets” and her usual whimsical style of painting. A perfect “sit on my lap and I’ll read you a story” book. Published by GSMA. 48 pages. #400952 $8.99 Visit our online store www.SmokiesInformation.org
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Scavenger Hike Adventures This newly revised and expanded book makes exploring Great Smoky Mountains National Park fun for the entire family! Search for secret treasures along 13 park trails. By Kat and John LaFevre, illustrated by GSMA’s own Lisa Horstman. #400921 $14.95
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This amazing long-sleeved tee actually glows in the dark for fun and safety! Features “Great Smoky Mountains National Park” in the title with illustrations of animal tracks such as chipmunk, deer, great blue heron, black bear, opossum, and more. 100% cotton and printed in the USA. Comes in royal blue or fuchsia pink! Kid sizes: 2/4 to 18/20. #650906 $16.99
Stranger in the Woods: A Photographic Fantasy This beautiful, hardcover children’s book is about deer, birds, squirrels, porcupines, a snowman, and two children. The photography is rich and friendly and filled with wonderful snowy scenes. Winner of the Benjamin Franklin Award and suitable for toddlers to young readers. 50 pages. #400629 $19.95 (pictured) 10th Anniversary Hologram Edition #400878 $21.95
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Great Smoky Mountains National Park Logo Sweatshirt The handsome, folk art style images on this pigment-dyed sweatshirt make a rich and classy impression. The sweatshirt is made of a sturdy, yet comfy pre-shrunk 80% cotton20% polyester in gray. Look cool, stay warm, and help the park all at the same time! #650676 S-XXL $34.99
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Hemlocks in the southern Appalachians are under attack from a non-native insect, the hemlock woolly adelgid. If nothing is done, we will lose these magnificent trees, including the thousands of acres of old-growth in the Smokies. Proceeds from the sale of this shirt and our other products support conservation projects in the Smokies, including hemlock tree treatments. All new rustic woodsy design printed on superior quality 100% pre-shrunk cotton material. Unisex available in light green. #650525 S-XXL $19.99
Purchase a memento of your wonderful time in the Smokies. Look closely at this design. The bears are made of words that represent Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Can you see Mt. Le Conte, Clingmans Dome, and Cades Cove? How many can you find? Flow397 is a brand with purpose that supports America’s national parks and public lands. At their inception, there were 397 national park units, so they donate 3.97% of the sales of this tee to Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Unisex. Black SXXXL #650911 $27.99 7
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Great Smoky Mountains National Park Logo Recycled Cotton T-shirts We’ve looked far and wide to find a great long-sleeved T-shirt made in the U.S.A, and now we’ve found it. This 100% cotton T-shirt is printed with the classic park logo and is so comfortable you’ll never want to take it off. Choose between the paprika pink and seafoam green with logo on front. #650450 S-XXL $24.99
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Clingmans Dome Baseball Cap Proudly wear our newest adjustable, one size fits all cap design that acknowledges the highest elevation inside Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and in all of Tennessee. #650568 $15.99
Clingmans Dome T-shirt
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This handsome denim blue long sleeve t-shirt features Clingmans Dome tower on the front. A great way to commemorate your hike to the highest spot in the Smokies and along the entire 2,000+ mile Appalachian Trail! Unisex. #650580 S-XXL $24.99
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Great Smoky Mountains National Park Logo Baseball Cap Practical, attractive, and socially-responsible at the same time! You’ll love the way this stylish and durable 100% cotton baseball cap keeps the sun out of your eyes whether you’re hiking in the park or working in your own yard. You can show your support for GSMNP by displaying the official folk art logo of bear, tree, and cabin. Embroidered with a bear paw print at the temple and “Great Smoky Mountains National Park” on the back. Adjustable with a buckle, so one size will fit all. #650590 $15.99 8
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Great Smoky Mountains National Park Long-sleeve Thermal Show your support for Great Smoky Mountains National Park and stay snug and warm at the same time with this cozy thermal T-shirt. This shirt's soft, warm, textured weave makes it perfect for lounging around the house or as a layer that will keep you toasty on the trail. Emblazoned with the official folk art park logo of cabin, tree, and bear. All purchases support the park! Sizes are unisex. #650648 S-XXL $24.99
Great Smoky Mountains National Park Sign T-shirt Made of 100% pre-shrunk cotton, this exciting new T-shirt is the first in a line of shirts that are Great Smoky Mountains Association branded products. The front features a large and colorful actual photo of the entrance sign to the park in winter. Be one of the first to own this exclusive new tee! Available in black. #650064 S-XXL $24.99 front in black
Black Bear Hat One of our favorite products! This black bear plush hat is guaranteed to delight everyone. It’s made for kids, but can fit adults, too. It’s soft and comfy and a sweet reminder of Great Smoky Mountains National Park’s most beloved critters—the bears! Every purchase from us benefits the national park. #650709 $14.99
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Great Smoky Mountains National Park Logo Fleece Jacket and Vest Our super-soft sportswear fleece jacket and vest may become your next best friend. Embroidered with the Great Smoky Mountains National Park logo, it looks great, feels great, and will keep you warm and safe, even in wet weather. Absolutely machine washable. Women’s jackets and vests available in gardenia white. Men’s jackets and vests available in navy blue. Women’s Jacket #650480 XS-XXL $36.99 Men’s Jacket #650470 S-XXL $36.99 Women’s Vest #650484 XS-XXL $34.99 Men’s Vest #650462 S-XXL $34.99
Great Smoky Mountains National Park Beanie Hat Keep warm during the cold days of winter. A stylish beanie that you can wear playing in the snow or hiking in the mountains. A must have for all your ourdoor winter activities. #650651 $14.99
GSMNP Map Scarf N E W ! Our beautiful vintage style map of Great Smoky Mountains National Park is printed on this 100% soft polyester voile scarf making it a must-have accessory. It’s very soft and drapey so it’s easy to wear several different ways. Choose between two styles, infinity or oblong (90" x 32"). Dress it up or down. Machine washable. Both Styles #650781 $28.99 10
This 50" x 60" super soft throw is made from 90% acrylic and 10% polyester recycled fibers. It is a great item that is environmentally friendly and machine washable. It is designed to warm you, not the Earth! This is a big, beautiful blanket that will remind you of your visit to the park. #650728 $26.99
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GSMNP Pottery Mugs These gorgeous, heavy-duty ceramic mugs have been the surprise bestsellers of the season. They are made in the U.S.A. and feature the three images from our very popular Park Logo design. Choose between the historic cabin icon on a red mug, the hardwood tree image on a green mug, the Smokies black bear on a black mug, or the complete park logo on a blue mug. A set of four makes a very impressive statement in the kitchen of someone who loves the Great Smoky Mountains. Blue Park Logo #650807 $17.99 Red Historic Cabin #650777 $17.99 Green Tuliptree #650776 $17.99 Black Bear #650775 $17.99 Visit our online store www.SmokiesInformation.org
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Wall Map Print This 24" x 36" wall map depicts the Great Smoky Mountains National Park with an antique appearance that will look great hanging on any wall. The lower right hand corner has a unique etching of the popular Chimney Tops located inside the park. These come to you unframed which allows you to custom frame the print in a style that you desire. These have been a huge hit in our stores! #650778 $24.00
Super Soft “Mink” Fleece Map Blanket N E W ! Our GSMNP map blanket from McGovern is absolutely the softest, plushest blanket we have ever felt. Period. The antique style map is artistically printed on the material and actually features all present-day park trails, mileages, roads, and landmarks. Snuggle into its warmth and dream of all your Smokies trips past and future. 50” x 60”, made from recycled microfiber mink fleece. Machine washable. #670913 $49.99
GSMNP Map “Bana” Bandana N E W ! The one & only 100% microfiber map bandana. Soft and a bit stretchy with UPF 35 sun protection, so it’s more versatile than your typical cotton style. Wear it like a bandana and consult the map when you need it. Ranger approved! Printed with an artistically-antique style that features the up-to-date Smokies trail map with all mileages and landmarks. Lots of ways to wear. 24" x 24." Odor resistant. Dries quickly. #650813 $20.99 12 12
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Locally Made Wooden 3-D Ornaments Locally made right here in Gatlinburg, these are some of our best sellers. People love the intricate details, 3-D contours, and rich colors. All proudly display the name “Great Smoky Mountains National Park” and include a wooden tag with the current year. Once you see one you’ll want to collect them all. All ornaments are $9.95. Fall Leaf #600422 (pictured) GSMNP Landscape #600423 Elk #600631 GSMNP in Bear #600635 (pictured) Clingmans Dome #650587 Oval Bear with Mountain #650661 (pictured) Cades Cove #650588
Mt. Le Conte DVD & Blu-Ray N E W ! Anyone who has ever hiked to the summit of Mount Le Conte, or dreamed of doing so, will appreciate the sublime images and stories in this brand new DVD from Great Smoky Mountains Association. Filmmaker Gary Wilson takes viewers along all the Le Conte trails, explaining the mountain’s unusual geology, as well as its plant and animal life. You’ll meet the staff of LeConte Lodge, including the winter caretaker, who provide accommodations at the famous site situated at an elevation of over 6,400 feet and accessible only by foot. Watch the llamas head up the trail, packing food, linens, and mail for the lodge. From sunrise at Myrtle Point to sunset at Clifftops, there’s no place like Le Conte. Package contains two discs, both Blu-Ray and DVD. 37 minutes. #200960 $13.95
Seasons of the Smokies DVD & Blu-Ray It is sometimes said that every day is a distinct season in the Great Smoky Mountains, and this DVD captures them all! From the first ephemeral wildflowers of spring through the summer rhododendron blooms to the elk rut and blazing foliage of autumn. Watch bears and other animals adjust their diets to the seasons’ turn, see bull elk bugle in their autumn rituals, and witness a blizzard on Clingmans Dome. Narrated by Bill Landry. 35 minutes. You get two discs in each box; a Blu-Ray and a regular DVD. Produced by Great Smoky Mountains Association. #200946 $13.95 Visit our online store www.SmokiesInformation.org
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Stone Ground Corn Meal & Wheat Flour People call us from all around the country to order bag after bag of this fresh, delicious corn meal or wheat flour. Locally grown and stone ground the old-fashioned way so that we can share an authentic piece of Southern mountain history with you. Contains no preservatives. Packaged in attractive bags decorated with images of historic Smoky Mountain mills. Due to the substantial weight of these products, special shipping rates apply. For more information, call toll free 1-888-8989102, ext. 226. Cornmeal 5 lbs. #700001 $7.99 Cornmeal 2 lbs. #700004 $3.95 Whole Wheat Flour 2 lbs. #700005 $3.95
Preserves, Apple Butter, Honey, & Relish Enjoy the tastes of harvest-time in the Smokies. Slather our strawberry preserves on a fresh, warm corn muffin. Spread some apple butter on a slice of homemade bread. Or add some zip to corn or beans with our mild or hot pepper relish. Made the old-fashioned way. Contains no preservatives. n
Sorghum Molasses #700007 $7.99 pint n Sorghum Molasses #700008 $11.99 quart n Strawberry Preserves #700009 $5.99 pint n Apple Butter #700010 $5.99 pint n Peach Preserves #700011 $5.99 pint n Blackberry Preserves #700012 $5.99 pint n Pear Butter #700013 $5.99 pint n Pumpkin Butter #700014 $5.99 pint n Mild Pepper Relish #700015 $5.99 pint n Hot Pepper Relish #700016 $5.99 pint n Mild Chow Chow #700017 $5.99 pint n Hot Chow Chow #700018 $5.99 pint n Hot and Sweet Garlic Pickles #700019 $5.99 pint n Pickled Beets #700020 $5.99 pint n Sourwood Honey with comb #700021 $16.99 pint n Sourwood Honey without comb #700022 $16.99 pint Cherry Preserves #700029 $5.99 pint n Blueberry Preserves #700030 $5.99 pint n Maple Syrup #700031 $11.95 12 oz. n Pickled Peaches #700032 $8.95 quart
Due to the substantial weight of these products, special shipping rates apply. For information call toll free 1-888-898-9102 ext. 226.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Smoky Mountain Black Bears
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This book by Courtney Lix celebrates the life and legends of the park’s most popular residents like never before. Using an engaging question and answer format, this book presents the mysteries of Smoky Mountain black bear behavior in a fun and friendly way. Includes the answers to questions like “Do bears swim? Have bears attacked people in the park? What should I do if I’m hiking and see a bear?” Photos by acclaimed wildlife photographer Bill Lea and others. #400852 $10.95
Smoky Mountain Elk: Return of the Native You’ll love the gorgeous photographs and informative text in this brand new book by Rose Houk. The author reveals the amazing story of the return of elk to the Smokies. 72 pages. #400922 $9.95
Mountains for the Masses: A History of Management Issues in GSMNP N E W ! The perfect read for the serious history buff on your list. Never before has there been so much vital park history in one place, from the critical decisions leading up to park creation to the long simmering debates over Elkmont, wilderness designation, the North Shore Road, entrance fees, bear management, and much more. Commissioned by GSMA for the National Park Service. Hardback. 260 pages. #400893 $40.00 Great Smoky Mountains Association 1-888-898-9102
Corn From a Jar: Moonshining in the Great Smoky Mountains Join author and noted historian Dr. Daniel S. Pierce to learn about the traditions, foibles, and dangers of mountain moonshining, from the early 19th century to tomorrow. Published by Great Smoky Mountains Association. Also available as an eBook on iTunes! 112 pages. Softcover #400179 $9.95 Hardcover #400929 $14.95
Cades Cove: A Personal History Who better than Judge William Wayne Oliver, direct descendant of John and Lucretia Oliver, to tell the story of growing up in Cades Cove? Being written by a judge and scholar, the author is very precise, especially in matters of feuds, murders, moonshining, and barn burnings in the cove. However, most of the book is pure childhood delight, with personal stories about trips to the mill, to the grassy balds in summer, gathering chestnuts, Christmas festivities, fishing, chores, horses, and generally growing up in the cove. Contains dozens of historic photos from the private Oliver Family Collection. 150 pages. #400951 $12.95
Cades Cove: Window to a Secret World Bill Lea, park photographer extraordinaire, has assembled his best images of Cades Cove. Four seasons of beauty: landscapes, animals, historic architecture, and much more. This is a book your family will treasure. 120 pages. #400006 $24.95
Great Smoky Mountains National Park: 30 Years of American Landscapes Photos by Richard Mack with a foreword by Steve Kemp. The ultimate photo book of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. If you love the Smokies, you need this huge, rich book on your coffee table. It’s all here: landscapes, flora, fauna, four seasons of glorious nature. Hardback, 11.5" tall x 13.25" wide, 220 pages. #400831 $45.00 Visit our online store www.SmokiesInformation.org
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2016 Great Smoky Mountains Wall Calendar This year's Great Smoky Mountains National Park wall calendar is one of our best ever. Featuring photography by Pat and Chuck Blackley, Frank Kehren, George Humphries, and GSMA’s own Gary Wilson. Our calendar includes all kinds of helpful information about the park, such as hiking information and wildflower blooming dates. Published by GSMA, so all purchases benefit the park! 11" x 11" and spiral bound. #600041 $10.95
Smokies Explorer Packet Save $5.95! Get the most out of your vacation time! Packet includes: Smokies Road Guide, Exploring the Smokies, Day Hikes map and guide, Waterfalls map and guide. #100170 $19.95
Country Stores of the Smokies Country Stores were so vital to community life in the Great Smoky Mountains that there really was no community until there was a store. The local store was where you picked up your mail, met your neighbors, told your news, and swapped eggs, hens, and chestnuts for salt and socks. Join esteemed author Rose Houk as she celebrates the golden age of mountain stores in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. 40 pages. Bushels of historic photos. #400964 $7.49
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Wildflowers of the Smokies This durable, pocket-sized field guide is packed with color photos of the Smokies’ most beautiful wildflowers. Includes sections on suggested walks, hikes, and drives in the park, wildflower conservation issues, rare plants, wildflower diversity, spring ephemerals, how to identify wildflowers, and more. Softcover, 208 pages. #400282 $12.95
Reptiles & Amphibians of the Smokies At long last, an up-to-date, full-color field guide to all of the salamanders, frogs, snakes, lizards, and turtles of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Written by subject experts Steve Tilley and Jim Huheey. Each species gets at least one full page and at least one color photo. Includes many line drawings as well. 144 pages, 4.5" x 6" size fits nicely in pocket or pack. #400585 $9.95
Birds of the Smokies A guide that includes 100 extraordinary color photographs of park birds and a text that reflects over 25 years of birding experience in the Smokies. Special sections on where to find birds, suggested birding trips in the park, bird songs, and a complete checklist. Softcover, 167 pages. #400043 $11.95
Get all 6 field guides as a gift set for only $44.99 #100163
Ferns of the Smokies
This handy, pocket-sized guide covers every fern and fern ally (club mosses, ground cedar, etc.) in the Great Smoky Mountains. Each species gets its own page with at least one color photo and secondary illustration or close up image. Many species include ultra high resolution sori scans from the park’s new super scanner. Text by Dr. Murray Evans. 100 pages. #400725 $8.95
Trees of the Smokies A delightful, pocket-sized field guide to the trees of the Smokies. Features 80 color photographs of the most common species, plus over 100 line drawings. Photos and descriptions are on the same page! Text covers virgin forests, record trees, fall colors, blooming times, and more. Softcover, 128 pages. #400253 $9.95
Mammals of the Smokies Bears, boars, bats, and much, much more. This 240-page, full-color field guide includes gorgeous photos, tracks, scats, charts, and text to fill you in on everything from elk to lemmings. Written by the Smokies’ foremost authorities on mammals, including Ed Pivorun, Michael Harvey, Frank Van Manen, Mike Pelton, and Kim DeLozier. Number six in our award-winning series of pocket-sized field guides to Smokies flora and fauna. #400805 $12.95
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Camping and Woodcraft by Horace Kephart N E W ! Great Smoky Mountains Association has just published a special edition of Camping and Woodcraft, the classic guide to outdoor recreation by the Smokies’ own Horace Kephart. The 888 page book provides indepth instruction and information on hiking, camping, route finding, emergency survival, knots, cabin and furniture making, camp cooking, and more. GSMA’s edition includes special features not found in previous versions. n
The entire book has been digitized and re-typeset, making it much more readable, especially for mature users. n The book contains over 40 rare photographs taken by Kephart and his friend George Masa. Many of these photos are from a recently-discovered private collection and have never been seen by the public. n The edition includes an 80-page history of the book and its enigmatic author written by scholars George Ellison and Janet McCue. The writers unveil a treasure-trove of never-before-published information on the author, particularly his nervous breakdown and journey to the Smoky Mountains to heal. Softcover #400891 $14.95 (pictured) Hardcover #400892 $25.00
“Carroll Best & the White Oak String Band” CD N E W ! Our favorite song catcher Joseph Hall was fortunate enough to capture this miraculous “old-time bluegrass” music at a home just outside Cataloochee Valley in 1956 and 1959. Though little known at the time, Best, the leader of the group, went on to become one of the greatest banjo players of his era. Features 37 songs, including “On Top of Old Smoky, The Mocking Bird, Cripple Creek, Lonesome Road Blues, Dear Old Dixie”, and more. Includes a 64-page liner note booklet on the western NC musicians and their music. #200949 $14.95
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Smoky Mountain Magic: A Novel by Horace Kephart This “lost” novel was completed in 1929, two years before the famous author’s death, and has never been published until now. Smoky Mountain Magic’s fictional story takes place during the summer of 1925, mostly along the Deep Creek watershed in the Great Smoky Mountains, but also in a thinlydisguised Bryson City (called Kittuwa) and the Cherokee Indian Reservation. Characters include a mysterious stranger, a greedy land baron, a cadre of mountain folk ranging in constitution from stalwart to conniving, a beautiful botanist, a Cherokee chief, and a witch. The novel fits the adventure story genre of the day with a bit of romance interwoven. The front matter of the book features a 22-page introduction by George Ellison which serves as a minibiography of Kephart. Softcover. Softcover #400842 $12.95 (pictured) Hardcover #400844 $19.95
Ferguson Pottery Black Bears If these bears look familiar it’s because you saw them over a decade ago at renowned Pigeon Forge Pottery. The establishment’s founders, Douglas and Ruth Ferguson, were known for their exquisite designs and superior glazes which they successfully used to depict owls, ravens, bears, and other Smokies fauna. Now their daughter Jane is using the same molds to reproduce some of the most popular bear sculptures. These rare pieces are made in the U.S.A. just for us! See all three at www.SmokiesInformation.org. Bear on Back #675416 $29.95 Bear Looking Up #675414 $29.95 (pictured) Walking Bear #675415 $29.95
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What a great way to say “Happy Holidays” and to skip the wrapping paper! A Great Smoky Mountains Association gift membership provides the same exclusive benefits and enhances everyone's park visiting experience. Plus, as the gift giver, you get the added benefit of the “warm and fuzzy” feeling that comes from knowing you're supporting educational, historical and scientific endeavors within this national park. Membership includes a subscription to Smokies Life Magazine, exclusive access to Members’ Only merchandise and activities, plus the Cub Report e-newsletter each month. Members also receive discounts at our sales locations...from 15% to 20% depending on membership level. When traveling, show your membership card and receive discounts at other national parks! Call Judy at (865) 436-7318 ext. 222 or Marti at ext. 254 for more information! Acorn $15 n Buckeyes $35 n Chestnuts $100 n Dogwoods $200 n Hemlocks $1,000 n Ginkgo $65 (international memberships)
Smokies Life Magazine Our magazine is a runaway best seller. GSMA members receive the magazine free, or you can purchase individual issues from us. Only in Smokies Life can you enjoy stories by the region’s leading authors on subjects such as Gregory Bald azaleas, moonshine, fishing the Horseshoe, George Masa, the Walker sisters’ quilts, Laura Thornburgh, Margaret Stevenson, “songcatcher” Joseph Hall, and the elk whisperer. Issue 2 #400999 $5.50 n Issue 3 #401000 $9.95 n Issue 4 #401001 $5.95 n Issue 5 #401002 $5.95 n Issue 7 #401004 $6.95 n Issue 8 #401005 $6.95 n Issue 9 #401006 $6.95 n Issue 11 #401008 $6.95 n Issue 12 #401009 $6.95 n Issue 13 #401010 $6.95 n Issue 14 #401011 $6.95 n Issue 15 #401012 $6.95 n Issue 16 #401013 $6.95
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