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The Fox & Parrot Tavern. Authentic British pub featuring fish & chips & 33 draft beers. Proprietor: Brian Papworth. See ad Page 12
Smoky Mountain Shakes-N-Dawgs. 27 Ways to love your hotdogs. Voted #1 by Trip Advisor with a certificate of excellence. Proprietors: Robert & Linda Holmes. See ad Page 6
Three Jimmy’s. Winner First Place at Sevier County Fair for best wings. Proprietors: Jim Woods, James Woods & Jim Braum. See ad Page 3
Timbers Log Cabin Restaurant
Skiddy’s
Timbers Log Cabin Restaurant. An authentic Hogg’s Upstairs Taverne. Best burgers in cabin atmosphere featuring American fare with a town. Where tourist meet locals & dancing on gourmet twist. Proprietors: Stewart LaDuke & Dennis Bowles. See ad Page 9 the bar (sometimes).Proprietor: Kim Bell. See ad Page 2
Screwball’s Bar & Grill. Great hamburgers & wings. Bikers welcome. Proprietors: Jack & Heidi Disney. See ad Page 10
Skiddy’s. Great burgers & fries with smoking permitted and pool tables. Proprietor: Skiddy. See ad Page 8 Howard’s Restaurant. Gatlinburg’s oldest restaurant. Known for their fine steaks. Proprietor: Jim England. See ad Page 4
The Ship Pub The Ship Pub. English fare, family owned & comfort food. Proprietors: Jeff & Jared Price. See ad Page 4
Ski Mountain Pizza. Real NY Pizzeria serving beef brisket, pulled pork & smoked chicken. Proprietors: Tim Gay, Donna Patrick. See ad Page 6
Crystelle Creek Restaurant & Grill. Unique American dining featuring fresh trout. Best Italian. Authentic Italian fare. Known Proprietors: PJ West, Dena Cochran, Brent & worldwide for their garlic rolls. Proprietor: Book St John. See ad Page 2 Jim England.See ad Page 9
Park Reports Hazel Creek Bear DNA Results Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials received DNA results from the bear attack occurring at backcountry campsite 84 where a 16-year old male from Ohio was seriously injured by a bear on June 6. Rangers and wildlife biologists implemented an action plan that included clearing the Hazel Creek backcountry area of hikers and searching for bears using cameras, traps and conducting foot patrols. They also conducted a thorough investigation of the scene of the attack and collected forensic evidence, including bear hair and saliva. On the evening of June 7, wildlife biologists encountered and shot at a bear near campsite 84, but the bear ran off after the shots
were fired and biologists were unable to confirm whether the bear had been struck. Efforts to track the bear were unsuccessful due to darkness and a severe thunderstorm with heavy rainfall that fell following the shooting. On the morning of June 8, a bear was caught in a culvert trap set at campsite 84. Biologists euthanized the bear and collected a sample for DNA analysis. Wildlife biologists continued to search daily for bears in the area. During which they located a rifle bullet from the site of the bear shooting on June 7. Examination of the bullet confirmed that a bear had been hit and a DNA sample was collected from bear hair on the bullet. The sample was submitted for lab analysis.
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Through DNA analysis the bear responsible has been determined to be a male. It also confirms that the bear trapped and the bear shot at campsite 84 are two different bears. The DNA sample taken from the trapped bear does not match DNA from the attack bear. The DNA from the shot bear was insufficient to make a definitive positive or negative match with DNA collected from attack bear, but the DNA characteristics are quite similar. Genetics specialist conducting the analysis estimated at least a 65% DNA match between the shot bear and the bear responsible for the attack. While it is likely that the bear shot was the same involved in the attack. “Due to the extreme seriousness of the bear attack and threat to human safety, we responded swiftly to secure the safety of the hikers,” said Superintendent Cassius Cash. “Though extremely rare and regrettable, we recognize that an uninvolved bear was euthanized through this process and we will be examining new procedures that may allow us to quickly use DNA analysis to correctly identify bears responsible for predatory attacks in the future.” Wildlife biologists believe that the bear that was shot is likely dead as no bear activity at campsite 84 has been observed since June 8 despite extensive search efforts. Park staff is continuing their search. If you encounter a bear and would like to learn more about bears please visit our website: www.nps.gov/grsm/naturescience/blackbears.htm. You can report a bear incident by calling: (865)436-1230
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Gatlinburg Farmers Market Shares Food Preservation Methods
KEN WAYNE Photography & Gallery
On Saturday, July 11, the Gatlinburg Farmers Market will present its next series of special events, Canning and Food Preservation Day, with a lineup of demonstrations on traditional ways of preserving fresh foods while listening to music performed by Vicki Jones-Cosby.
Photo Workshop Tours To Perfect Your Camera Skills
Throughout the morning, Linda Hyder from University of Tennessee Extension of Sevier County will demonstrate canning and test pressure canner lids. Folks can bring their pressure canner lids to be tested from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Lisa Oakley of the East Tennessee Historical Society will be leading an interactive talk on how trade, culture, and assimilation of food ways worked on the frontier, around the time of statehood. And our very own David Ogle, will be demonstrating the craft of traditional broom making all day.
One on One & Group Photography Lessons
There will be several free demonstrations and talks on specific topics throughout the day. Listed below is a schedule. Canning Booth: 8:45 a.m. - Pressure Canner and Water Bath Basics 9:45 a.m. - Canning Jelly and Jam 10:15 a.m. - Canning Tomatoes 10:45 a.m. - Using and Care of Pressure Canners 11:00 a.m. to 12 p.m. - Testing Pressure Canner Gauges – Visitors can bring their pressure canner lid to be tested
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Fermentation & Dehydration Booth: 8:30 a.m. - Dehydration Presentation 9:45 a.m.- Kombucha and Kefir Making 10:45 am. - Home Brewing Demo In the Food for Thought Booth: Interactive talk on trade, culture, and assimilation of food ways on the frontier by the East Tennessee Historical Society starting at: 8:45 a.m., 9:45a.m., and 10:45 a.m. Market Manager Stacey Adam said that, “Drying, freezing, fermenting, pickling, curing and canning are all ways of changing the food's natural state in order to put up excess harvest and preserve for later use. Annually there is a bounty of fruits and vegetables, and we hope that these demonstrations will enable people to become familiar or reacquainted with these methods in order to preserve their own food at home. Buying in bulk, direct from a farmer to preserve a bushel of tomatoes or a gallon of blueberries is a great way to enjoy healthy, farm fresh food in the middle of winter. ” The Gatlinburg Farmers Market is located in the Great Smoky Mountains Arts and Crafts Community at the Covered Bridge on Glades Road. Special events are held the second Saturday each month through October and Kids Day is held every fourth Saturday. EBT is accepted.
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"Wet and Wild Kids Day at the Gatlinburg Farmers Market will be July 25th from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00. Kids are encouraged to bring swim suits and water shoes or clothing that can get wet as there will be several fun activities that focus on water and how it is needed for food production. Don't forget the towels and sunscreen."
Smoky Mountains Art’s & Crafts Community
608 Glades Road • Gatlinburg, TN 37738
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Featuring home cooked meals, signature salads, hot steam subs and TV’s everywhere for the sport enthusiast! Opening Soon 2015.
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805 E. Parkway, Gatlinburg
American Sideshow in the Arts & Crafts Community is now featuring a full collection of fruit spreads, butters, salsas, relishes, pickles, soups, cheese balls, syrups and dip mixes. House of Webster, an 80 year old family company is one of their product lines of choice. There is also a large tasting table available. Located at 608 Glades Road in Gatlinburg.
Gatlinburg River Raft Regatta July 4th Gatlinburg’s popular River Raft Regatta takes place at noon on July 4th, on the Little Pigeon River in Downtown Gatlinburg. This year’s fun-filled Fourth of July celebration in Gatlinburg will feature the always-competitive River Raft Regatta, the unmanned kind. Anything floatable can be entered starting at 10 a.m. at the Christ in the Smokies bridge on River Road and will end at Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. There are two categories: Trash (not hand-made) and Treasure (hand-made) – awards will go to the top 3 in each category. Additionally, the “Judges Choice” award will go to the most creative “raft.” Awards will be given to the oldest and the youngest participant. Registration begins at 10 am and the race will start at 12:00 pm. Trophies will be supplied by the Gatlinburg Recreation Department. This year’s event is sponsored by the City of Gatlinburg Special Events Office, the Gatlinburg Recreation Department.
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Great Food & Entertainment The Best Place To Dance! Your host Kim & David
with dancing on the bar
HOGG'S UPSTAIRS TAVERNE Neesee on the keyboard singing all your favorites
Gatlinburg Sports Bar Atmosphere By Day Gatlinburg Fun Hot Spot At Night! Open Daily 3 pm
Entertainment Every Night!
Carrie Tillis, Bill Labounty and Bobby Tomberlin
(865) 430-1551
Best Burgers and Wings in Gatlinburg
Follow Me To The Tree
www.hoggsupstairstaverne.com (865) 436-8515
Appetizers • Salads • Soups • Entrees Italian Dishes • Daily Specials • Desserts Full Bar Service • Free Parking • In House Catering
Open 7 Days Per Week from 12 pm until 1 am
745 Parkway, Suite 10 Gatlinburg
Pet Friendly Sports Porch!
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Gatlinburg Celebrates 40th Anniversary 4th of July Midnight Parade The 40th annual Gatlinburg 4th of July Midnight Parade steps off at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, July 4, 2015 to the cheers of close to 80,000 spectators. For 40 years, the Parade has honored our nation’s Military Veterans and other U.S. Military Heroes with this classic, small town American parade. The First Independence Day Parade in the Nation has garnered national attention and award recognition for excellence in entertainment. The Parade was recently named by National Geographic Traveler Magazine as a “Top Ten Parade to see in the US” and recognized by Livability.com as one of the “Five Best Fourth of July Celebrations in Smaller Cities.” Additionally, the event has earned multiple Grand Pinnacle Awards by the International Festivals and Events Association. “It is gratifying that the parade has gained this kind of national attention,” said Vicki Simms, Gatlinburg Convention and Visitors Bureau Executive Director. “The sheer volume of people that come to the parade, some year after year, is a testament to the entertainment value of this event. It is such an honor to be recognized nationally for 40 years of success. We are very grateful for the hundreds of people who volunteer to make this
happen each year.” The 129th Army Band from the Army National Guard Unit in Nashville will lead off the parade with more bands to follow; some coming from as far away as Minnesota and Maryland. With entries from five states, the parade will also feature floats, giant balloons, entertainment, exotic cars, antique tractors and military vehicles. Leading up to the Midnight Parade on Friday, the 129th Army Band will perform patriotic concerts throughout the City. Stretching more than a mile, the Parade route begins at traffic light #1A on East Parkway, turning south onto Parkway at traffic light #3 and traveling the length of downtown to traffic light #10 at Ski Mountain Road. Parade goers are encouraged to arrive early on Friday, July 3 to find a place along the Parkway to watch the Midnight Parade. The festivities continue at Noon on Saturday, July 4 with the annual River Raft Regatta, an unmanned floatables race beginning at Christ in the Smokies Bridge on River Road and ending at the Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies Bridge. Registration begins at 10:00 am at Christ in the Smokies. Prizes will be awarded. The festivities will conclude at 10:00 pm when visitors will enjoy the spectacular 20-minute fireworks display in the heart of Gatlinburg. The best viewing will be the area around traffic lights #3 and #5. The 129th Army Band will play prior to the fireworks in a free concert at 9:00 p.m. on the Ripley’s Aquarium Plaza. In addition to the July 4th events, the streets of Gatlinburg are filled with Appalachian music from Smoky Mountain Tunes and Tales every night through August 1. The City offers free Parkway Trolley service, spanning the full length of the Parkway, daily through August 15.
Gatlinburg’s Largest Collection of Antiques
You owe it to yourself to stop by our antique shops in Gatlinburg for the best selection of antiques, collectibles and antique furniture in the area.
For more information about the parade and festivities and other summer events: 1-800-588-1817 or visit www.gatlinburg.com.
The Decorium
(865) 325-1411 373 Parkway , Gatlinburg 2nd Location located in Arts & Crafts Community
608 Glades Rd ., Gatlinburg
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T he Smiths The Unique, The Unusual and the Hard-to-Find
Gatlinburg's Fireworks Finale July 4th
• Handmade Knives • Scrimshaw in Ancient Ivory
Finish off the 4th in style with a magnificent fireworks show visible from the downtown streets of Gatlinburg!
Unusual Antiques & Oddities
Join the celebration in downtown Gatlinburg to mark our nation’s “Independence Day” with a magnificent fireworks show starting at 10:00pm. This event is designated as a Top 20 event by Southeast Tourism Society.
from Remote Corners of the World
865-436-3322 www.TheSmithsShop.com
Admission: Free
680 Glades Road, #2 • Gatlinburg
Dog Boarding Dog Day Care Dog Grooming
“OK, I’m ready for dinner”
Some tourist don't stay in a place this nice!
www.barksandrecgatlinburg.com We are located on highway 321, 5.5 miles from trafc light #3 in Gatlinburg
And Piano Bar
1st Place in Two Categories at the Sevier County Fair Smoky Mountain Celebra on
865-325-1210 Dine In or Take Out
Wampler’s Ole Smoky Moonshine Pork 2014 Grand Champion
Regional Favorites
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King of Wings 2014 Grand Champion
Steeped in Mountain Heritage
Vet Records Required For All Services
(865) 325-8245 Reservations Are Highly Encouraged
2159 East Parkway,Gatlinburg,TN 37738 Open all year round
Directions: At traffic light #3 in Gatlinburg turn onto 321.
Go 2.7 miles to Glades Road and turn left. We are on the left.
1359 E. Parkway, Suite F, Gatlinburg
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Misty Mountain Soap Co. New Marriott Hotel In Downtown Gatlinburg A Healthier Choice In Skin Care
Natural Soaps, Lotions & Bath Products hand crafted in our shops!
(865) 430-8084 www.mistymountainsoap.com Two locations in the Arts & Crafts Community! 601 Glades Road (Morning Mist Village) 849 Glades Road (Covered Bridge Complex)
OPENING LATE JULY
Hospitality Solutions, Inc., a Gatlinburg based hotel development and management company, is raising the stakes in the Sevier County lodging industry again with the construction of a Courtyard by Marriott®. Hospitality Solutions joined with M. Gibson Hotels Group in developing the new hotel. Located in downtown Gatlinburg near the Convention Center, the hotel is scheduled to open in July 2015 with over 130 rooms. The $17 million project is being built by Sevierville-based D & S Builders, a firm who has completed numerous hotels, commercial properties and financial institutions throughout Tennessee and the Southeast. The design teams of Trotter & Associates and D & S Builders have assembled a modern hotel with a few customized mountain elements in order to connect travelers to the uniqueness of Gatlinburg. The latest room design offers hybrid zones for working, sleeping, relaxing and getting ready. Indirect lighting and a neutral, tone-on-tone color palette makes for a soothing and calm environment.The property will feature a spacious outside courtyard area with fire pits and ample space for outdoor gathering. There will be an extra-large outdoor hot tub area to compliment the indoor pool. “We feel this property will offer the perfect accommodations for those traveling to Gatlinburg for conventions and for downtown Gatlinburg fun, the National Park and the rest that Sevier County has to offer.” says Davy Thomas, Partner & Chief Operating Officer, Hospitality Solutions, Inc. The lobby features The Bistro – Eat. Drink. Connect®, offering
easy access to food andhigh quality, healthy menu options for breakfast and light evening fare, including snacks, cocktails, wine and beer for guest convenience. With the property’s proximity to Gatlinburg Convention Center, the hotel will provide upscale lodging options for convention groups, featuring 2,500 square feet of meeting space, catering capabilities and state of the art visual and audio equipment. “There is much positive growth, redevelopment and improvement happening in Gatlinburg and throughout Sevier County,” said Hospitality Solutions CEO, Logan Coykendall. “Rocky Top Sports World has generated new demand for Gatlinburg visitation and, as always, Great Smoky Mountains National Park has been our foundation... over 10 million visitors in 2014.”
Courtyard by Marriott at 315 Historic Nature Trail/Airport Road, visit www.marriott.com/gtlcy 1-800-321-2211.
The Ship Pub
NOW REOPEN With original Price family owners! Inviting warm English decor!
Gatlinburg Mayor Mike Werner Elected to Board of Directors traditional favorite dishes:
Burgers•Wings•Pizza•salads authentic English dishes such as:
Fish & Chips•Steak & Guinness Pie•Bangers & Mash www.ship-pub.com Located in the Arts & Crafts Community (865) 325-1658
170 Glades Road, Suite 33, Gatlinburg Creating Unique Hand Crafted Jewelry
The Jewelry Spot Gemstones • Wire Art • Enamels Sterling Silver • 14 Kt Gold Filled • Custom Orders Available
440-478-1841 www.thejewelryspot.net 849 Glades Road, Suite 1B7, Gatlinburg, TN 37738 Located at the Covered Bridge in The Glades
Meet The Author July 22 -26
Gatlinburg Craftsmen Fair A Florida award winning and internationally published poet, novelist and short story author Nelson O. Ottenhausen will be appearing at the Gatlinburg Craftsmen Fair 2015 at the Gatlinburg Convention Center from July 22nd through the 26th. He will feature his published works, Flowers Love and Other Things, a book of his selected previously published poetry and short stories; seven published novels, Civil War II, The Blue Heron, The Killing Zone: Evil’s Playground (Publisher’s Award-2007), Jugs & Bottles, The Sin Slayer, The Naked Warrior, Little Hawk & Lobo; and four anthology publications that include four of his stories, Not Your Mothers Book…On Dogs, Not Your Mothers Book…On Travel, Mind Mutations and Chickens Soup for the Fisherman’s Soul. He is presently working on a novel titled Shadow Wolves, a fictional account of a fifteen-man American-Indian tactical law enforcement unit assigned to patrol a 76-mile stretch of Tohono-O’odham Indian Nation land bordering Mexico. He is also working with a movie company to produce his book Jugs & Bottles into a film. Nelson is President and Chief Operations Officer of Patriot Media, Incorporated, an independent publishing firm in Northwest Florida specializing in the publication of military unit histories, war veteran autobiographies, novels and short story anthologies with a patriotic military theme. He holds a Bachelor of Business Degree in Operations Management and a Masters of Business Administration Degree from Western Illinois University, Macomb, Illinois. A native of northwestern Illinois, he resides in Gulf Breeze, Florida. His books are available at booksbynelson.com and on patriotmediainc.com; amazon.com and barnes&noble.com. Many of his publications are available in Kindle and Nook Ebook form. Contact Info: Nelson@patriotmediainc.com
Mike Werner, Mayor of Gatlinburg, was elected to the Board of Directors of the Tennessee Municipal League during the League’s annual conference held in Nashville. Curtis Hayes, Mayor of Livingston was elected President. A five-member nominating committee composed of municipal officials statewide nominated Werner as a Director at Large. He was then elected for a one-year term by a majority vote of the membership. As a member of the TML Board of Directors, Mayor Werner will propose and help determine legislation municipalities need passed into law and will establish policy priorities for the League.
Founded in 1940 and based in Nashville, TML is a nonprofit organization founded by cities and towns for mutual assistance and improvement. Representing 99 percent of Tennessee’s municipal citizens, the organization advocates for needed legislative action by the General Assembly, represents municipal interests before state departments and agencies, and– working through the National League of Cities in Washington–seeks to influence federal legislation and policies affecting municipal governments. At the June 2, 2015 Gatlinburg City Commission meeting, Mike Werner was unanimously elected Mayor and Mark McCown was unanimously elected Vice Mayor.
Family Summer Fun – Hiking in the Smokies Great Smoky Mountains National Park - Never been hiking with your kids? Great Smoky Mountains National Park is presenting a series of programs this summer to help introduce families to hiking in the park. These ranger led programs will give you advice on how to prepare for a hike, what to take, what to watch out for, and some fun activities that you can do with children while hiking. Not sure about bringing your toddler or your 5 year old on a hike? There will be some suggestions for bringing along these young ones too!
led challenge hike. If the climb doesn't take your breath away the view from Chimney Tops surely will! Recommended for youth ages 10 and up,will include some rock scrambling and will cover a distance of 4 miles round trip lasting 4 hours. Bring a picnic lunch, snacks and water. Sign up at Sugarlands Visitor Center. For more information and to sign up for the Tuesday hikes please call (865) 436-1291. -NPS-
Hiking can be a “must do” family activity just like going to the pool, eating watermelon, and playing baseball. There is no better way to spend part of the day, than walking the trail discovering grasshoppers, splashing in a stream, and burning off some energy. Top that off with a lunch of PB&J sandwiches and you've had a fun day and some tales to relive next time you see grandma, of course, she may join you for the hike! Tuesday, July 21 at 10:00 am – Hike Hen Wallow Falls Beat the crowds at this “hidden gem” and see a beautiful waterfall, search for salamanders and see some of the Smokies' oldest trees with a park ranger on this moderate hike. Recommended for youth ages 7-10, the hike will cover a distance of 4.3 miles and last 4 hours. Bring a picnic lunch, snacks and plenty of water. Sign up at Sugarlands Visitor Center. Tuesday, August 11 at 9:30 am – Hike to Chimney Tops Get your heart pumping on this high elevation strenuous ranger-
Steaks Burgers Seafood and much more
Where The Locals Go
Howard's Steakhouse has been in Gatlinburg since 1946 offering the traditional Howard’s menu. Seating is also available outside next to a running stream. The bar is a long time locals favorite with a hometown atmosphere.
Catering Available The Wild Boar Saloon located upstairs offers a lighter fare with tavern style appetizers and specialty bar drinks. Offering a great night life atmosphere with Karaoke.
976 E Parkway, Downtown Gatlinburg
www.HowardsRestaurantGatlinburg.com (865) 436-3600
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Gatlinburg Pickers
Sparky’s Glassblowing Come and watch Gary at work
by Danny Lewis The carved figure head on old pirate ships has always fascinated me. From the 16th to the 19th century, they believed she would point the way to a safe voyage.
Glassblowing at its best!
Beautiful, handcrafted blown & sculpted glass (865) 325-8186 www.sparkysglassblowing.com Smoky Mountains Art’s & Crafts Community
849 Glades Road (Covered Bridge Complex)
Here is an example of just that. She measures about 3.5 feet tall...a very lovely piece. Some of the most beautiful examples I tripped across while scuba diving the Great Barrier Reef in Australia. I find them to be mystical, beautiful and great works of art. Can you just imagine where they have been? Going? Slicing thru the ocean sprays, waves, wars...life. As always...Thank You for allowing me to share with you why I love what I do...just imagine. Happy Trails!
Picking with you next month! - Danny Lewis
For more info on unique antique pieces contact: American Sideshow Antiques 373 Parkway, Gatlinburg www.americansideshowantiques.com (865) 325-1411
See Artisans At Work
Jann's colorfully depicted images of quilts, trail “finds” and whimsical characters, all rendered in her splashes of watercolors, will bring a smile as you enter and a feeling of “let's return” as you leave.
Smoky Mountain Arts & Crafts Community The Great Smoky Arts and Crafts Community is the largest group of independent artisans in North America with over 100 artisans. Established in 1937 this 8 mile loop weaves through Gatlinburg. These craftsmen and artisans weave, carve, cast, sew, paint and whittle to create a vast variety of collectibles such as jewelry, ceramics, dolls, pottery, quilts, brooms, baskets, candles, leather, silver smithing, wearable fashions, artistic photography, oils and watercolor paintings, blown and stained glass and so much more. The area also has restaurants, cafes, candy shops, soda fountains, tea rooms and lodging. You'll discover one-of-a-kind crafts, treasures and artwork and watch artisans at work. Stop along the way and chat with a painter or potter, or let a broom maker show you how it's done. This is a great experience for the entire family or just the two of you. There's plenty of free parking at each shop throughout the trail loop. Ride the "Craft Trolley" if you'd like to see it all without the hassles of driving. A one-fare trip will provide a great way to see everything
getting on and off as often as you like. Either way you travel you won't be disappointed, you'll see history in the making and it's the real thing! Turn at traffic light #3 in downtown Gatlinburg onto highway 321,go 3 miles and see sign on the left. Visit our website www.gatlinburgcrafts.com.
170 Glades Road, Gatlinburg • 865.436.2363
This sign at Route 321 and Glades Road is a landmark to the Arts & Crafts Community
Drive-Up Window Hours Mon - Sat 7 am - Midnight Sun 7 am - 10 pm
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Directions: Turn at traffic light #3 onto Highway 321 East, go about 3 miles to traffic light #3A at the intersection of Parkway and Glades Road. We are in the shopping center with Family Dollar & Subway
1359 E Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738 • (865) 430-4233
Chilogatee Stream Restoration Project Complete provided seeds and seedlings of native plants that naturally occur in riparian areas within the park. Eight hundred fifty tons of large boulders and seventy large logs were utilized in reconstruction of the stream channel. “We are especially pleased when we have an opportunity to implement a stream restoration project on public lands,” TSMP's Director Joey Woodard said, “In a way; this amplifies the public benefits of a project.” Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials announced the completion of an enhancement and restoration project of a 4,613-foot section of Chilogatee Branch and four of its tributaries totaling 744 feet within the park. The streams had been degraded by clearing of riparian forest, channel relocations and unrestricted livestock access prior to the property's inclusion in the park. The project was initiated to restore and improve a natural stream morphology, the streams' hydrology and connectivity with the floodplain, native riparian vegetation, and aquatic habitat as well as reduce sediment input.
The successful competition of this project is the result of collaboration between TSMP and the National Park Service, with oversight by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation, the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, the U.S. Fish and wildlife Service, the Environmental Protection Agency, and the Tennessee Valley Authority. The design for the stream restoration project was developed by Wolf Creek Engineering, a small firm specializing in natural channel design and constructed by KCI Environmental Technologies and Construction.
“Park resource managers are very pleased with this collaborative effort to restore a unique stream and wetland complex,” said Supervisory Forester Kristine Johnson. “The Chilogatee Branch site was transformed from a severely degraded cow pasture to a rich and diverse habitat for native plants and wildlife.”
TSMP is a private non-profit organization housed within the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Foundation. It was established in 2002 through a multi-agency Memorandum of Agreement to improve degraded streams in order to offset unavoidable impacts permitted by TDEC and the Corps of Engineers. The program is able to accumulate fees from multiple small-scale impacts and use them to implement large-scale stream mitigation projects that provide more meaningful environmental improvement than would result from an equivalent amount of small, isolated projects. -NPS-
A collaborative team, led by the Tennessee Stream Mitigation Program accomplished this project by reconstructing major portions of the stream on a new alignment and by significantly re-contouring other sections of the stream in its existing location. The National Park Service
Watercolor classes are available for visitors upon request, two or three hours. All supplies are furnished. Smoky Mountains Arts & Crafts Village
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by Teri Pizza Here's another fresh fruit that I feel doesn't get eaten often enough. A shame considering all the healthy benefits it provides. The good news is that when it gets very old it becomes more respected by certain generations with digestive proclivities-see the last nutritional bullet point below! Here's a few tidbits of trivia you might find interesting about the plum (and, er, prune). For instance: • More than 140 different types of PLUMS are sold in the USA. They vary in many different colors, shapes, and sweetness. • Some younger “Ad Men” types have changed the name PRUNE to “Dried PLUMS”. I guess that makes them more politically correct or maybe just to help endear them to a younger generation? • Not counting Col. Plum from Clue, the board game, in 2010 there were 2,300 people in the US with the last name, PLUM, listed on whitepages.com. I'm not sure if there are any named PRUNE. Could be, who knows? Before I write more about their nutritional value, I need to begin with a … WARNING ! Plums contain oxalic acid which may crystallize as oxalate stones in the urinary tract in some people. People with known oxalate stones are advised to avoid eating plums. Now that we've safe guarded those who need to know, here's the skinny on their healthy benefits: • Plums are high in carbohydrates. An average size plum contains only 30 calories. They do contain approximately 7g sugar but no fat, cholesterol, or sodium. • Plums are also plentiful in minerals like potassium, fluoride, iron, and copper. Vitamin A is also found in the plum along with 10% of the recommended daily amount of vitamin C. • And last but not least (stupid pun intended) Plums and Prunes help to stimulate bowel movements so if you are troubled with constipation, this is the fruit for you.
PLUMS TIPS • Purchase fruits featuring rich color that may still have a whitish "bloom" indicating that they have not been over handled. Avoid soft, cut or bruised fruit. • Slightly hard mature plums can be kept at room temperature until ripened and ripe ones can be placed into the refrigerator for up to 3 days. • Plums taste best if brought to room temperature before eating. • Wash plums in cold water just before using. • A plum's skin can be eaten and is a great source of nutrition. EASY PREPARATION • To pit, cut the fruit in half and twist apart, then lift out the pit. You may need to use a grapefruit spoon or a knife to cut through the flesh of a clingstone plum. • Cooked plums are usually eaten with the skins on, but if you need to peel them, blanch them in boiling water for 30 seconds and let rest in a cold water bath. TO COOK IN OVEN: Place halved and pitted plums in baking dish and sprinkle with sugar and spices to taste. Add a few tablespoons of fruit juice, cover and cook at 400° for 20 minutes or until tender. Check during baking and add more liquid or water if necessary. TO COOK ON A STOVE TOP: Prick each plum with a fork and cook, unpeeled, in a saucepan of simmering juice, wine, or mixture of water and sugar until tender, 3-8 minutes. Can be halved or sliced. Serve cooked plums along side of any meat, especially chicken or pork, as a side dish on their own, or with ice cream as a sweet dessert. You won't be disappointed. Teri Pizza is a resident of Gatlinburg, TN and author of TIME TO EAT: The What, When, and How of Fruits & Vegetables © to be published this summer. She welcomes comments. Write to her at tnmntlady@gmail.com.
Creative Uses for Coffee Grounds What can you use coffee grounds for instead of throwing them away after brewing. Many people find other uses for the java. Some garden uses are: • Adding To Compost • Roses Love Coffee – It’s a “secret weapon” for many avid rosarians • As A Fertilizer – Coffee grounds can contain as much as 2% nitrogen by volume and sometimes have a carbon:nitrogen ratio of 11:1, which is ideal for any home-made fertilizer. Here are several other clever uses: 1. Combine coffee grounds with coconut oil and just a bit of brown sugar and you’ll have yourself a homemade body scrub for the shower. 2. Get rid of the smell of garlic and onion from your hands, scrub them with coffee grounds. 3. Make cleaning your fireplace less dusty by sprinkling your wet coffee grounds over the ashes before you sweep them up. 4. When your hair needs some shine work coffee grounds into your scalp and hair, then rinse. This may seem weird, but coffee grounds can clog your
drain, so you may want to use your hose outside. 5. Coffee grounds act the same as baking soda in the refrigerator. Put a cup of old grounds in the back of your fridge to keep it fresh. 6. The next time you go fishing keep your worms in coffee grounds to keep them fresher longer. 7. Let your used coffee grounds dry and fill part of an old nylon with them. Hang your DIY sachet in your closet to absorb odors. 8. Pour some coffee grounds down the garbage disposal to freshen it up and keep the blades sharp. 9. Next time you give Fido a bath add some coffee grounds as a natural flea repellent. 10. Coffee grounds make a great natural dye for paper. Simply soak the paper in a bucket with water and coffee grounds. 11. Fabulous at keeping slugs and snails off seedlings. They won’t kill the slugs and snails but will keep them away from your plants. Free and best of all totally non toxic to animals and the soil. 12. Wash your face with coffee grinds gets the dead skin off, oils in coffee leave your face so soft. And great for the hands too!
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Are you ready for your grillin' weekends and vacation? There's nothing better than having your friends and family getting together for a BBQ, especially on the 4th of July. However, PLEASE remember to keep cold food cold and eat your hot foods, while they're still at temp. There is nothing worse than getting food poison at a party or afterwards. So let me cut to the chase. The following two recipes are for your grill. You can prepare them ahead of time so you can just fire-up that grill and get grillin'. Furthermore, you may also substitute my sauce and marinade for the dressings and such in the recipes (info will follow). Hot & Sweet Chicken Wings 16 Chicken Wings 1⁄4 cup Hot Chili Sauce 1 tablespoon Olive Oil 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce 2 tablespoons Dark Brown Sugar 1 teaspoon Ginger Vegetable Oil Salt & black pepper Directions: Remove any extra skin from wings Coat wings with vegetable oil, sprinkle with salt & pepper Place wings on hot grill Mix remainder of ingredients together Turn wings and brush on glaze Keep doing this about every 3 minutes, 2 to 3 more times Serve with glaze, ranch or any other favorite Grilled Vegetable Packet 1 large Red & Yellow Bell Pepper, deseeded & cubed 1 large Eggplant, 1/2” slices & quartered 1 Yellow Squash, 1/2” slices & halved 1 Zucchini, 1/2” slices & halved 1 Onion, chopped 1 small bottle Italian dressing Salt and pepper, to taste
Appalachian Bear Rescue During the past 2 months, we have written about the cubs of 2015 that are being cared for at Appalachian Bear Rescue. In early April we admitted Cub #202 (Bonnie Blue) and Cub #203 (Ridgeway) found along the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina. We reported that later in the month Cub #204 (Marvin) joined them. The three cubs were in a large acclimation pen, where they ate formula and soft fruits to grow big enough for release into the Wild Enclosure. Unfortunately, Marvin was not gaining weight as quickly as the other two cubs. He proved to be a very fussy eater and didn't care for the special formula that the curators provided. After observing that he was not eating and was frequently crying, the curators decided to move him into an acclimation pen of his own, where they could watch to make sure he was eating and gaining weight. He had a preference for yogurt and applesauce, and as long as they provided those favorite foods along with grapes, Marvin began to thrive.
Meanwhile, another bear has come to have a temporary home at ABR. On May 20th, a yearling (one-year-old) bear was “dumpster-diving” at an elementary school.The bear was captured by TWRA (Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency) officers and brought to ABR. At over 50 pounds, this yearling cub was a healthy weight and thus was immediately released into a Wild Enclosure. This bear is ABR Cub #205 and his nickname is Woody. Woody is showing very good wild behavior, and seldom appears where the curators can see him. He will be released very soon, probably before you read this. The wildlife officers will return him to the wild as soon as there are plenty of berries (soft mast) for him to eat. They hope that his experience at ABR will retrain him to look for natural foods when he is given his second chance at a wild life.
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Directions: In bowl, mix vegetables with the Italian dressing Salt and pepper, to taste 2 Large sheet of heavy duty foil Place vegetable mixture into the middle of one of the sheets Place other foil sheet on top of veggies Fold foil along sides together, like an accordion Cook the packet 7-8 minutes on a hot grill Turn packet over, cook another 7-8 minutes Remove from heat Carefully open (due to, there will be steam) Fruit Salad Dessert 1 – 2lb Seedless Watermelon, slice 1/2” slices, remove rind & cube 1 Cantaloupe, slice in half,deseed, slice 1/2” slices, remove rind, cube 1 Pineapple, shell remove, cored, slice 1/2” slices & cube (Or, 1 can of sliced pineapple in own juices, drained and cubed) 1 pint Fresh Strawberries, sliced in half Dressing 1/4 cup Honey 1/4 cup Orange Juice 1/4 cup Mint, minced 2 tablespoon Lemon Juice 1 tablespoon Poppy Seeds 1/4 teaspoon Kosher Salt Directions: Toss all fruit together Mix dressing, until well blended Add to fruit mixture and lightly toss until fruit is coated & chill Before serving: Garnish with Feta Cheese, 1 cup crumbled You may wish to use my award winning Chef JDs Sauce & Marinade, instead of the Hot & Sweet Sauce and the Italian Dressing (since you all are asking me for other ideas for my sauce). In which, you may contact me, go directly to Zi Olive in The Village store in Gatlinburg or in Pigeon Forge across from the Old Mill. Have a Happy 4th and be safe in all you do!
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You can follow the progress of all four of our bears on the ABR Facebook page: Facebook.com/appalachianbearrescue. We also encourage you to stop by our new Visitor and Education Center at Trillium Cove Shopping Village in Townsend. There you will be able to see ABR cubs on video and in slide shows. You can have your questions answered by our Executive Director or a knowledgeable volunteer and you can purchase ABR T-shirts, coffee mugs, and other logo items. The Visitor and Education Center is open each Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 10:00 to 2:00.
Fast forward a month and it was decided to reunite the three cubs. Orphaned bear cubs do better when they are with others of their kind. Bonnie Blue and Ridgeway were moved into Marvin's pen and the curators were pleased to observe that even though he was still significantly smaller, Marvin was able to hold his own, and protect what he regarded as HIS pen. He began to eat more solid food, as Bonnie Blue and Ridgeway were doing. After a short stay in this acclimation pen, it was time to release the cubs into a Wild Enclosure where they can practice their bear skills: climbing trees, hiding, and foraging for the food that curators throw over the fencing. Since early June the three cubs have been in one of the new Wild Enclosures, where they have plenty of trees and underbrush as well as a pool for drinking and playing. They were weighed when they were moved, and the two siblings weighed about 20 pounds each, while Marvin weighed just 11 pounds. However, all of them are eating well, foraging for the food that is thrown over the fence for them to find, and in typical bear cub fashion, they seem to be gaining weight satisfactorily. It will be up to the wildlife officers to decide when they are ready to be returned to the wild. They will be weighed at the time of their release.
Peppermint Oil 20 Miracle Uses by Jackie Ritz
Reducing Sugar In Your Home-Canned Foods By Linda Hyder
With obesity rates so high, consumers are looking for ways to reduce sugar even in home-canned foods says Janie Burney, a professor and food preservation specialist with the University of Tennessee Extension Department of Family and Consumer Sciences. "Many consumers like the taste of fresh produce preserved at home, but they want less sugar," Burney said. Here are some tips from the expert about when sugar can be reduced and when the sweetener is necessary for a safe home-preserved product. Question: Can I make my jams and jellies with a sugar substitute? Burney: Yes, you can, but be sure to use a recipe that has the sugar substitute listed with the exact amount to use. For example, if using Splenda, go to their website and look for a jam recipe using their product. You cannot use just any sugar substitute in place of sugar and come out with a jam or jelly that is gelled properly. Changing the amount of sugar or using a substitute can result in syrup rather than jelly. Sugar is also important in preserving jams and jellies so that microorganisms do not cause spoilage. The high concentration of sugar makes it difficult for spoilage bacteria to grow. Question: What is low or no-sugar-needed pectin? Burney: This is specially formulated pectin made for reduced or no-sugar jellied products. Some recipes call for no sugar or low sugar and some use sugar substitutes. Just choose the recipe that suits you and follow it exactly. It is a good idea to follow recipes provided by the manufacturer of the special pectin. The first time you try to make a reduced-sugar or no-sugar product, make small amounts. These products may have a more tart or acidic taste because natural flavor changes in the fruit are more noticeable without the sugar to mask them. Light-colored spreads may also darken more quickly with less added sugar. Don't experiment with sugar. Follow research based recipes. Sugar not only affects the taste, texture and consistency, it increases the chance of spoilage. Make sure you follow a recipe for jam or jelly that can be stored at room temperature if you do not plan to refrigerate the product. Some reduced-sugar spreads have gelatin and must be stored in the
Peppermint essential oil is so useful that is it comes as no surprise that even folks that are not well versed in the use of essential oils will have a bottle in their first aid kit. In my own case, peppermint oil was added to my collection in the ’80s when I started suffering debilitating migraine headaches. Thankfully, the headaches are gone, but peppermint essential oil remains a core component in my medicine cabinet.
There are many ways to use peppermint essential oil: topically either neat or mixed with a carrier oil, internally as a tea or as an addition to water, or aromatically in a diffuser or in a steaming refrigerator and used within four weeks to prevent spoilage. bowl of water. Peppermint oil may also be ingested provided it is Question: Can sugar be reduced in canned fruit? what is called “therapeutic grade”. You will know this by the Burney: Because most fruits are high acid, the sugar is not needed supplement information on the label. to prevent growth of spoilage organisms and bacteria that cause botulism. Processing canned fruits in a water-bath canner also is WHAT IS PEPPERMINT? First and foremost, peppermint is a important for killing spoilage organisms. If you want to reduce the prolific garden plant that is so profuse that in my area. it must be sugar in your canned fruit, keep in mind that sugar also is important confined to pots or planters lest it take over the entire garden. for maintaining the color, texture and shape of the fruit as it stored Trust me on this; left unchecked it is like a weed. over time. You can use very light syrup with 10 percent sugar (3/4 There is archaeological evidence that peppermint was used by the cups sugar in 6-1/2 cups water). If you choose not to use sugar, ancients for medicinal use. Most likely, the plant leaves were select fully ripe but firm fruits of the best quality. If you can use the ingested in food as well as in teas, much as they are used today. juice made from the fruit being canned, this is best. Or, try blends of Whether the ancients had their own version of the Mojito is up for unsweetened apple, pineapple and white grape juice. When adding grabs but chances are they did! a sugar substitute, it is best to add it when serving. Peppermint and peppermint essential oil have many healthQuestion: Can I make pickles with less sugar? Burney: Sugar is an important ingredient for preserving some promoting properties. Peppermint is a great digestive, helps the pickles, typically your quick pickles that are not fermented. respiratory system, promotes good circulation, and is an excellent Because the vegetables used in pickling are low-acid, it can be anti-inflammatory and antiseptic. It also smells good and makes a dangerous to alter the sugar and salt in pickle recipes because of the superb air and breath freshener. According to the National potential of botulism. Instead of reducing the sugar in a pickle Institutes of Health, peppermint oil reduces spasms in the recipe or using a sugar substitute, follow a recipe that is specifically digestive tract. When applied to the skin, it creates surface developed with a sugar substitute. The USDA has published two warmth, which in turn relieves pain beneath the skin. recipes using Splenda®: no-sugar added pickled beets and no- Of the hundreds of potential uses for peppermint oil, I present 20 sugar added sweet pickle cucumber slices.These can be that are the most practical and most useful in a survival situation. downloaded from the following website at http://nchfp.uga.edu/publications/usda/GUIDE%206%20HOME 1. Zap Headaches: A few drops of peppermint oil massaged around the temples, the base of the skull and along the hairline %20Can.pdf. will help chase away a headache. You may also dilute the oil in a Question: What about Stevia? carrier oil first. If you are prone to frequent headaches, add both Burney: Stevia can only be used in processes that do not depend on peppermint and lavender essential oils to a roller bottle along with sugar's ability to bind to water. It also is not appropriate for some fractionated coconut oil. Keep the bottle handy to apply processes that need the sugar to form a gel. Therefore, it would not work for jams and jellies and we do not have processes established whenever you feel a headache coming on. for pickled foods. You could use it to make syrup for fruit because 2. Eliminate Bad Breath: Bad breath is typically a symptom of some underlying factor. If the issue is digestive, 4 drops of the sugar is optional. peppermint oil diluted with water and swished in the mouth like For more information about home canning and food preservation, mouthwash will bring relief. Better yet, add a few drops to some contact Linda Hyder at 453-3695 or lhyder@utk.edu. brandy and swish. Continued on Page 9
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Gazebo and Pavilion Available from March to October Patriot Park - A passive park used for all types of recreation. Patriot Park is home to many activities year round, including the Winterfest lights, 4th of July fireworks, and Patriot Festival. In addition to the special events, Patriot Park is also the site of memorials for local individuals that served in the Armed Forces. Gazebo and Pavilion -The pavilion is available on a first come first serve basis with no reservations. If you are interested in using the gazebo, there is no fee but reservations are required. Please contact Anngazebo Ping at 865-429-7373 or email at parksrec@cityofpigeonforge.com.
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Overnight Hike to LeConte Lodge July 20-21
Join Friends of the Smokies and check Mt. Le Conte off of your bucket list! Friends of the Smokies is hosting an overnight Classic Hike to LeConte Lodge on July 20-21. You will hike to Mt Le Conte via the Boulevard Trail (8-miles), stay the night in the highest guest lodge in the eastern United States, and hike down Rainbow Falls Trail (6.5-miles) where your car will be located. The lodge is situated on a beautiful opening just below the summit of Mt Le Conte at an elevation of
6,360 feet. A stunning sunset and sunrise over the ridges of Smoky Mountains awaits you, weather permitting. This fundraiser for Friends of the Smokies includes a shuttle, two guided hikes, evening program by Park Ranger Dana Soehn, lodging, dinner, breakfast and lunch, and comradery with a lodge full of Friends of the Smokies for $250 per-person. Limited space available so make your reservation soon! Call 800-845-5665 and visit www.friendsofthesmokies.org.
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July 3 – 4th of July Midnight Parade –This 40th annual showcase salutes the valiant men and women of our military services in the “First July Fourth Parade in the Nation!” Parade starts at the stroke of midnight to begin Independence Day. Floats, balloons, and marching bands pay tribute to our country during this Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 Event. (800) 568-4748 July 4 – River Raft Regatta – A fun, unmanned, floatable object race for the family. Free registration begins at 10 am at bridge beneath chair lift on River Rd. Race begins at noon at Christ of the Smokies Bridge, ends at Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies Bridge where prizes will be awarded in different categories. (800) 568-4748 July 4 – 4th of July Fireworks Show – Join the celebration in downtown Gatlinburg to mark our nation's “Independence Day” with a magnificent fireworks show. The City of Gatlinburg lights up the mountain skyline downtown at 10 pm with this grand display. Designated a Top 20 event. (800) 568-4748 July 4, 11, 18, 25 – Gatlinburg Farmers Market – Offering local choices for healthy mountain living, the Farmers Market is open Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community at the Covered Bridge, 849 Glades Road. Visit www.gatlinburgfarmersmarket.com. July 17 - 26 – Gatlinburg Craftsmen's Fair – Art, crafts and music lovers will discover over 200 booths featuring some of the nation's finest work. Artisans and craftspeople are on hand to demonstrate their skills, answer questions and offer their unique art for sale. Live Country & Bluegrass entertainment. 10 am-6 pm daily, Sunday 10 am- 5 pm. (865) 436-7479, www.craftsmenfair.com for details. $ July 1-31 – Free Parkway Trolley– The City of Gatlinburg offers free trolley service to patrons along the length of the Parkway for nine weeks this summer. Specially painted open-air shuttles operate 10 am to 10 pm daily thru August 15. Extra stops have been established between traffic lights 1 and 10 along Pkwy. (800) 568-4748
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This Bioblitz is a short, one-day (9 am to 6 pm) event. Generally bioblitzes are an intense team effort to discover as many different life forms as possible in one location.Teams of volunteer scientists, families, students, teachers, and other community members work together to find and identify as many species of plants, animals, microbes, fungi, and other organisms as they can. On this day's bioblitz, Discover Life in America (DLIA) has partnered with Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) along with regional scientists to host this Bioblitz event with a focus on plants, birds and butterflies in the TVA Whites Creek Small Wild Area in Tennessee.
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Two Missing Hikers Found in Park Rangers at Great Smoky Mountains National Park have found a missing woman and her son from Fond Du Lac, Wisconsin who had been reported being lost in the park on Sunday, June 7. Christy Barns, 40, and her son, Casey, 16, had sent a text message to family members on Sunday evening at 8:38 pm stating they were lost and needed help. Rangers were notified and were able to locate the individuals’ vehicle at Clingmans Dome. The ground search was initiated on Monday morning and the pair was soon
found in good condition along the Forney Creek trail a little before 2:00 pm. The park had mobilized an incident management team and deployed search teams to the trails surrounding Clingmans Dome. The search involved 30 National Park Services employees with 15 of those actively searching in the field. The initial search focused on trails which carried the highest probability of where the pair may have been located.
Park Closes Several Trails and Backcountry Sites Due to Bear Incident
Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials have closed several trails and backcountry campsites in the Hazel Creek section of the park due to a bear incident occurring at approximately 10:30 p.m. on June 6. A 16-year old male from Ohio was pulled from his hammock by a bear and injured at backcountry campsite 84 which is 4.5 miles from the Fontana Lake shoreline near Hazel Creek in NC. The father was able to drive the bear off from the area.
Park rangers and wildlife biologists are responding to the backcountry campsite area to investigate the scene and to clear the area of other campers. Hazel Creek Trail, Jenkins Ridge Trail, Bone Valley Trail, Cold Spring Gap Trail and backcountry campsites 82, 83, 84, 85, 86, and 88 are closed until further notice. Derrick Knob shelter along the Appalachian Trail has also been closed to camping until officials determine whether recent bear activity at the shelter may also be related to the same bear. “While incidents with bears are rare, we ask park visitors to take necessary precautions while hiking in bear country and comply with all backcountry closures,” said Superintendent Cassius Cash. “The safety of our visitors is our number one priority.”
Immediately following the incident, the young man and his father hiked to the lakeshore where they were transported across the lake to Cable Cove boat dock by campers at backcountry campsite 86 who had a boat. Graham County Rescue EMS transported them to a landing zone where the injured party was flown by Mountain Area Medical Airlift (MAMA) to Mission Hospital in Asheville, NC at approximately 3:00 am this morning.
The father and son were on a multi-day backpacking trip in the Smokies. Both campers were sleeping in hammocks approximately 10 feet apart and had all equipment, food, and packs properly stored on aerial food storage cables.
The young man received multiple injuries including lacerations to the head. He remained conscious throughout the incident and is in stable condition at this time.
Info on what to do if you encounter a bear while hiking: www.nps.gov/naturescience/black-bears.htm. To report a bear incident please call 865-436-1230. -NPS-
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Don't Let Ticks Spoil Summer Fun By W. Alan Bruhin
Ticks “tick off” just about everyone. They are known carriers of disease, most notably in Tennessee Ehrlichiosis and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, but many are becoming increasingly concerned about Lyme disease as well. Researchers with the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture have practical advice for reducing your risk, and the risk of your children and pets being bitten. Graham Hickling, a researcher with UT's Center for Wildlife Health, says that two tick species are of primary concern in Tennessee: the Lone Star tick (recognizable by the distinctive white spot on the back of females) and the American Dog tick, which is really not particular about which animals or humans it bites. Hickling and his co-authors recently undertook a large survey of Lone Star ticks that found none infected with the Lyme disease agent. “Given that result, we are increasingly confident that blacklegged ticks, also called deer ticks, are the only species spreading Lyme disease in Tennessee,” he said. Blacklegged ticks are present in most Tennessee counties, but in much lower numbers than Lone Star ticks or American Dog ticks. Hickling added, “Of the 1,000+ that we have checked, so far only two from Middle Tennessee have tested positive for Lyme bacteria. The risk of contracting Lyme disease in Tennessee is not zero, but is much lower than in the Northeast and Upper Midwest,” he said. Also, blacklegged tick adults are active in Tennessee in the fall through early spring, rather than in summer.
In addition to commercial products that repel insects when properly applied to the skin or clothing, Hickling says there are some simple maintenance tasks can help homeowners keep ticks at bay. First he confirms that having a tidy lawn is key to reducing tick populations around the home. “Keeping grass mowed and removing leaf litter, brush and tall weeds from around the home and at the lawn's edge, will help reduce tick populations in areas where humans and pets tend to congregate.”
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Also, adding gravel, woodchips or dry mulch as paths can help keep ticks away from landscaped areas and children's play structures. If tick problems become severe, he recommends employing a pest management company to apply a chemical barrier treatment around such areas. Hickling also recommends adding landscape plants that are not attractive to deer and other wildlife. You can also deter some wildlife species from your yard with a fence. Ticks are hitchhikers on wildlife. Protecting your pets can involve treatments recommended by your veterinarian, but you can also minimize the time that dogs and cats spend outdoors in areas with leaf litter, brush and tall weeds. Always check your pets for ticks when they come back indoors. Hickling recommends you discuss the issue with your veterinarian and learn the signs your pet might exhibit if affected by a tick-borne disease. Vi s i t : ( c d c . g o v / t i c k s ) , ( c a p c v e t . o rg / c a p c recommendations/ticks) and (tickencounter.org).
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Stella Parton to Kickoff 4th Annual SMSWF By Cyndy Montgomery Reeves Stella Parton to kickoff the 4th Annual Smoky Mountains Songwriters Festival Aug. 19-23, 2015 at the Gatlinburg Inn. Opening Ceremonies will begin at 7 pm. The Parton name is very well known along with the Owens name in songwriting in Sevier County. Not to mention Stella's own brothers and sisters who have been a big part of music history from these Great Smoky Mountains. Stella was one of the very first 'Indie' artists, before the phrase was coined. At just 24 years old she wrote, produced, recorded & secured the promotion and distribution for her very first album and released it on her own label. The album, 'I Want To Hold You (in my dreams tonight)' and title single were huge hits on the country charts. At a time when the industry was controlled by the major labels and a good ole boy system, Stella took Nashville by storm. Topping the charts and inciting fear in many that couldn't believe a young single mother from east TN could so quickly become a threat in spite of the fact that her older sister Dolly was already a well known singer/songwriter nationally. Stella garnered international awards and acclaim for the pop crossovers such as; 'Danger of a Stranger', 'Steady as the Rain', 'Undercover Lovers' & 'Four Little Letters'. Her ability to design all of her own costumes in a much more contemporary European fashion than other country western acts and high energy stage persona set her apart and she was branded country music's Tina Turner. Stella's entertainment career is filled with awards and accolades including being named the Christian Country Music Association's Female Vocalist and Mainstream Country Artist of the Year, the
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Alabama Country Music Hall of Fame's Entertainer of the Year, Most Promising International Act by the CMA/GB, Honorary Ambassador of Country Music in Kentucky, Louisiana, Pennsylvania and New Zealand, not to mention being inducted into the American Country Music Hall of Fame. After she parted ways with Elektra she submerged herself into the thriving theater scene of New York, starring in several major Broadway touring productions. These included 'The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas', 'Seven Brides for Seven Brothers', 'Gentleman Prefer Blondes' & 'Pump Boys & Dinettes'. In 2011 Stella released her self-published inspirational memoire, Tell It Sister, Tell It. Stella opens her soul with her trademark straight to the heart candor and writes about everything from miracles and childhood stories to some spine-chilling and terrifying real-life nightmares.
Venues with live music in Gatlinburg include Sugarlands Distilling Company's Back Porch, Crystelle Creek Restaurant and Grill, The Smoky Mountain Brewery, Three Jimmy's A Good Time Eatery, Ole Smoky Moonshine Holler, Hoggs Tavern Downtown, Tom and Earl's Back Alley Grill and Loco Burros. Every 2nd Monday of the month there is a SMSWF Songwriters Showcase at Crystelle Creek Restaurant and Grill.
Currently Stella is promoting her latest musical release, Buried Treasures. Stella wrote all of the songs with the exception of cowrites with songwriter hall of fame writers Paul Overstreet & Frank Dycus as well as her brothers Randy and CMA award winning writer Floyd Parton. Not one to be held back by the proverbial “glass ceiling,” or any other creative boundaries, Stella's pure and characteristic blend of country, bluegrass, gospel, jazz and blues mixed with her sincere and faithful heart makes her one of America's richest musical treasures! The Aug. 19-23, 2015 Smoky Mountains Songwriters Festival is a 4 day “celebration” of songwriters and the craft of songwriting. There will be free live music venues throughout Gatlinburg where songwriters perform and tell you the stories behind the songs you hear on the radio. Public Invited. Songwriter opportunities are available. For details go to www.SMSWF.com.
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Keep Your Produce Fresh Longer
Knowing how to properly store your fruits and veggies can help you keep them fresh longer. A handy chart produced by food safety and fruit and vegetable specialists with University of Tennessee Extension was originally designed as a guide for those who prepare and store foods in commercial settings, like schools, health care facilities or restaurants; but the information can be useful to average consumers, too. Those who have multiple refrigerators or those with newer refrigerators with the ability to store fresh produce in separate temperature- or humidity-controlled compartments may find the chart especially useful. The chart lists the ideal temperatures to store various fruits and veggies as well as the average length of time the produce can be safely stored. “Enhancing the Safety of Locally Grown Produce” (UT Extension publication SP 768-F) says storing produce at the proper temperature is critical to preserving shelf life. For example, most berries can be stored at 32 degrees Fahrenheit for only a few short days, while snap beans and okra can be stored at about 45 degrees Fahrenheit for seven to 10 days. Many crops, like cabbage and rhubarb measure their shelf life in weeks and months, depending on the temperature. The chart also includes information on fruits and veggies that “play nice” together, i.e. those that can be stored together without concern and those that should be segregated from other produce because they may negatively affect the taste or freshness of other produce stored in the same compartment. For example, most fruits should be stored separately from vegetables
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because many fruits produce high levels of ethylene, which is the ripening hormone. Ethylene can compromise the quality and reduce the shelf life of other crops by causing bitterness, softening, discoloration and stem detachment. Humidity, too, can play a huge role in how long produce will remain fresh in the fridge. Most fruits and vegetables will have a longer shelf life when stored at higher relative humidity levels. This is why refrigerators have “hydrators” or crisper drawers, which tend to have higher humidity than the rest of the refrigerator. Be sure to use these drawers, as the ideal relative humidity for the majority of fruits and vegetables is 90-95 percent. Root crops, however, like onions and garlic, will decay more quickly at high humidity levels, so they should be stored at 65-75 percent relative humidity for maximum shelf life in a cool basement or root cellar. Some fruits and vegetables are best stored on the counter, such as tropical fruits (mangoes, bananas, avocado, etc.) and tomatoes.
Faith Critzer, a UT Extension food safety specialist, reminds consumers who have refrigerators with only a single thermostat for the entire compartment that the setting needs to be at 40 degrees Fahrenheit or lower to ensure the overall safety of foods in the fridge. To read the chart go online to the UT Extension publications webpage (extension.utk.edu/publications) and search “locally grown produce,” or contact your local county UT Extension office. The publication can be viewed online at extension.tennessee.edu/publications/Documents/SP768-F.pdf.
Peppermint Oil 20 Miracle Uses
3. Relieve Heartburn: Add a drop peppermint oil to your tea along with a teaspoon of honey. Try a drop of peppermint oil in a glass of milk. Or mix 5 drops with a teaspoon of carrier oil (coconut oil, olive oil, etc.) massage onto your upper abdomen. 4. Cool a Fever: A few drops of peppermint mixed with a carrier oil and applied to the torso can reduce body temperature by 3 degrees in minutes. You can also place a few drops of oil on a wet washcloth and apply head to toe to comfort and cool a fever. 5. Drowsiness: Combine peppermint with a citrus oil such as lemon or orange and apply to the back of the neck. Inhale the oil that is left on your hands. I love this; it really does work. 6. Soothe Stomach Ache: One drop in glass of water, drink up. 7. Reduce Bloating: Rub on the stomach to help with bloating caused by gas and indigestion. 8. Combat Nausea: Rub a drop of peppermint oil on the abdomen or place a drop in a cup of hot water and sip it. 9. Stop Itching: Apply peppermint oil to stop itching caused by bug bites, hives, poison ivy or poison oak. 10. Relieve constipation: Combined with a carrier oil and massaged over the lower abdomen, peppermint will relieve the constipation and get things moving again. 11.Deter Mice: Place cotton balls with peppermint in areas around your home where mice like to congregate. Mice do not like peppermint (and by the way, neither do raccoons). 12. Repel spiders & ants: Place peppermint oil on a cotton ball and place in areas where you find spiders and ants. Make a peppermint bug spray. Add 4-5 drops of peppermint oil to water
in a spray bottle. This also gets rid of aphids in the garden. 13. Tick removal: Soak some peppermint oil on a q-tip then dab on the tick. When tick withdraws its head then remove it. 14. Tendon and Joint pain: Mix 10 drops each of peppermint, lavender and rosemary oil with 2 tablespoons of carrier oil. Massage away your aches and pains. This is also the basis for Miracle Healing Salve. It simply works! 15. Relieve seasonal allergies: Combine lavender, peppermint and lemon essential oils together with some carrier oil and rub on the bottoms of the feet, the back of the neck and across the forehead. Then take your hands, cup them over your nose and inhale with deep cleansing breaths. This will bring instant relief. 16. Relaxing foot soak: Add peppermint oil to a pan or bowl warm water for a relaxing foot soak. The same applies to tired aching feet. Add a few drops to a foot bath to relieve sore, swollen and overworked feet. 17. Stress relief: Add to a diffuser to provide relief from stress, depression and mental exhaustion. There is something uplifting about peppermint and will leave you refreshed. 18. Freshen air: Ditto. Add to a diffuser to freshen the air. 19. Household cleaning: Mix with vinegar and water to make an effective, all purpose household cleaner that I call “Peppermint Juice”. Mix: 1/2 cup white vinegar, 32 oz. (1 quart) cups water, 1/4 tsp. to 1/2 tsp. peppermint essential oil. 20. Control odor: A few drops in the bottom of your kitchen or bathroom garbage can will leave a nice, fresh, minty smell and will also deter those ants, spiders and mice.
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The City of Gatlinburg has taken the next step in pursuing its status as an environmentally friendly, green-conscious city. Residents and visitors will now find new solar-powered, trash compacting receptacles for waste disposal during their visit. “The idea behind trying out the BigBelly trash receptacles is to limit garbage truck deployment along the Parkway,” says Larry Henderson, Public Works Director. “This makes more efficient use of time and gas, which saves the City money.”
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10 Ways To Wake Up With Amazing Skin By Vanesa Pacheco There are dozens of products designed to help you improve your skin and wake up looking ravishing. There are products to help combat the harsh winter weather and there are simple nighttime routine changes that can do wonders on your appearance. However, sometimes these additions are not enough. Even if you’ve tried every product out there, there’s still hope. Our skin is dependent on how we treat our entire body. If nothing you’ve tried on your skin seems to be working, the solution may be some of these suggestions. 1.Drink water! - Water is crucial to helping our skin look amazing. It not only helps to flush out toxins from our bodies, but it also helps to hydrate us. According to WebMD, our skin helps to “prevent excess fluid loss.” So when your skin is dehydrated, it’s no surprise that it will start to look “more dry and wrinkled.” 2.Moisturize! - Drinking water is great for hydrating your skin, but make sure you lock in that moisture with some hydrating products that are right for you. It doesn’t necessarily have to be a lotion or a cream, as there are some natural remedies to fixing dry skin, such as jojoba oil. If you’re thinking, I wake up with oily skin, I don’t need more moisture, as I used to think, YOU ARE WRONG. Oily skin means you actually need more moisture. Your body is producing oils to make sure your skin is hydrated. Moisturize yourself before your skin does it for you. 3.Don’t Over-Exfoliate - You can scrub, scrub, scrub all you want, but it won’t make those pimples go away any faster. Actually, you might be hurting your skin even more. Sure, your
face feels really smooth after you’ve used a product with those little microbeads or you’ve single-handedly worn down your loofah, but it’s probably done more damage than good. Exfoliating is good for you, as it removes dead skin, but if done too often, it will also be taking away some of the good stuff with it. Try only exfoliating every two to three days. 4.Face & Body Masks - There are some great face and body masks out there that can really help brighten your skin. However, if you wanna get crafty, DIY is the way to go! Not only will you know exactly what you’re putting on your face, like bananas, but they’re also so much fun and save you the trouble of having to buy expensive stuff. Experiment with some of these great DIY face masks with food found in your kitchen or if you’re feeling adventurous, go out and buy these products. 5.Use products with natural ingredients - Following with the trend in the DIY masks, using products with more natural ingredients can be so beneficial to your skin. Yes, sometimes chemicals can help our skin problems, but they can also be really harsh and cause long-term issues — no one wants that. 6.Eat clean! - While it’s great to put all of these wonderful products on our skin, we should also be taking care of our bodies with more than just drinking water. I won’t say that eating that bag of chips or that slice of greasy, cheesy pizza is bad and should be avoided (because no one should avoid pizza and I will never turn it down), but shifting your overall eating habits to some healthier alternatives can really help our health and skin. 7.Take vitamins - Let me remind you that vitamins are not
medication. They are supplements for when we can’t get all the nutrients we need in our diets. If your skin is not as wonderful as you’d like it to be, maybe you’re not getting enough from the foods and products you are using or eating. Take some multivitamins or supplements that are great for skin, like fish oil, which helps skin, nails, hair, and just about everything! 8.Clean Your Accessories! - All of them including your phone! We might be taking care of our skin by making sure we do all of the above steps, but we could be adding a ton of dirt and bacteria through our accessories. All of these can be hosting millions of gross stuff that you’re now putting on your skin. Make it a habit to clean your makeup brushes after each use with a daily cleanser and also a deep-cleaning every one or two weeks. Also important: Clean your phone everyday! Just clean stuff. 9.Change your sheets and pillow cases - Think about it. You spend about 6-8 hours a night (or however long you do) on your bed. Sure, you went to sleep with a freshly-washed face, but six hours later, your skin has been producing sebum (the natural oils our skin produces to avoid it from drying out), and now they’re all over your sheets. Try to change your sheets at least one a week. Use silk pillow cases, they are less harsh and cooler on your face. 10. Relax and remember your skin changes - You can follow all of the rules for making your skin amazing and radiant, but this doesn’t mean your skin will always be flawless. Your body is not going to stay the same and that a lot of factors can cause your skin to not look the way you want it to. Stressing out over bad skin will only keep it from getting better.
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