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January 2020
If you have taken Wilderness Emergency Medical Responder in the past and are due for a renewal, this program will satisfy the requirements to renew certification in First Responder on the national registry. This program is also an excellent review of wilderness medical information and skills. Limited enrollment! Program lasts from Friday morning to Sunday afternoon. [...]
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Sorry, this program is FULL. Please email julie@gsmit.org to be added to the wait list. One of 8 core courses in the Southern Appalachian Naturalist Certification Program. The world teems with mystery, beauty, and fleeting glimpses. What is the naturalist’s role? The naturalist learns from nature first-hand. Becoming a naturalist is a lifelong process of noticing, exploring, discovering, [...]
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Do you know what to look for to identify trees and shrubs in the wintertime? Discover a number of leafless characteristics that will help you do so. This program is perfect for naturalist certification graduates as well as those who are simply interested in further developing their naturalist skills. The Smokies are a great place to [...]
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Sorry for the inconvenience, but this course is cancelled. Join master landscape photographer Will Clay and close-up specialist Ken Thompson for this special weekend featuring the “creative uses of winter light.” The class will emphasize the use of winter light; sunrise and sunset, overcast, and midday light to create master photographs in the Smokies. There [...]
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"Those who contemplate the beauty of the earth find reserves of strength that will endure as long as life lasts." - Rachel Carson. Join Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont in this interactive exploration of how your passion to be in the outdoors can be applied in any environment, at any time, toward evidence-based lifelong [...]
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One of 8 core courses in the Southern Appalachian Naturalist Certification Program. Developing the skills and techniques to effectively share nature with others has never been more important than now, as we live in a time that sees humanity becoming increasingly disconnected from the natural world. Through Skills for Sharing Nature, you will hone your abilities to [...]
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Sorry, this program is FULL. Please email julie@gsmit.org to be added to the wait list. Climate Systems: Effectively Communicating about Climate, Air Quality and Biogeochemical Cycles Experiential education can help students and teachers achieve a deeper more meaningful understanding of complex scientific concepts. If you are struggling to teach these topics, let us help! Join us for [...]
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Discover the beauty of spring in the most rugged mountains in Appalachia! Led by our education staff, daily hikes will explore the cultural and natural history of this region with its unique traditions and rich biodiversity. Start each day with a hot breakfast then pack a lunch, grab your daypack and head out on the [...]
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Bill Lea, a nationally recognized nature photographer, has been teaching this annual workshop since 1992. Springtime is a glorious time of year in the mountains. Unlike many photography workshops, our price includes meals, lodging and instruction by one of the finest teams of photography instructors anywhere in the country. Combine that with the location inside [...]
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Sorry, this program is FULL. Please email julie@gsmit.org to be added to the wait list. One of 8 core courses in the Southern Appalachian Naturalist Certification Program. What could be better than a weekend of birdwatching? Discover the many bird species of the southern Appalachian Mountains while we focus on their specific adaptations and distributions in Great Smoky [...]
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Sorry, this program is FULL. Please email julie@gsmit.org to be added to the wait list. One of 8 core courses in the Southern Appalachian Naturalist Certification Program. Delve into the incredible diversity of plants found in the Southern Appalachians! We’ll make it easy to learn botanical terms, plant taxonomy, and plant identification. Students will participate in several field [...]
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A one-night experience in Great Smoky Mountains National Park! Come bond with your child while playing games that build confidence and awaken the senses. Get to know the forest and its creatures. Wade in a cool mountain stream. Sing songs and hear stories around the campfire. And before bedtime – you guessed it – see [...]
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Spend your family vacation in the middle of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Surround your family with the magic of the mountains as you hike ridges, study wildlife, explore secret places, and take afternoon dips in the Middle Prong. This week-long adventure is designed for families that are ready to leave their cares behind in [...]
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Sorry, this program is FULL. Please email julie@gsmit.org to be added to the wait list. One of 8 core courses in the Southern Appalachian Naturalist Certification Program. This course provides an overview of the unique ecology of aquatic systems in the Southern Appalachian Mountains, particularly as it relates to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, through discussions and field [...]
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Sorry, this program is FULL. Please email julie@gsmit.org to be added to the wait list. One of 8 core courses in the Southern Appalachian Naturalist Certification Program. Discover the secret lives of reptile and amphibian species in the Southern Appalachian Mountains. We will focus on their specific adaptations and distributions in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Emphasis will [...]
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This weekend is an opportunity to meet other teachers, share ideas, learn about new Tremont programs and answer questions you may have before your school's visit. It is also a time to relax, enjoy the mountain scenery and make new friends.
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Discover the unique cultural traditions and rich biodiversity of the Smokies by hitting the trail. Explore these ancient mountains with daily hikes through breathtaking scenery. Hikes will be 5-13 miles in length, making this program strenuous. In the evenings, enjoy a fine meal at the Institute, followed by Appalachian music and tales, programs on mountain [...]
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Escape to the Smokies and join Tremont's teacher naturalists for an exciting look at what Tremont has to offer. This weekend is an opportunity to meet other teachers, share ideas, learn about new Tremont programs and answer questions you may have before your school's visit. It is also a time to relax, enjoy the mountain [...]
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One of 8 core courses in the Southern Appalachian Naturalist Certification Program. The world teems with mystery, beauty, and fleeting glimpses. What is the naturalist’s role? The naturalist learns from nature first-hand. Becoming a naturalist is a lifelong process of noticing, exploring, discovering, and experiencing a rich sense of wonder in the natural world. We teach [...]
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Sorry, this program is FULL. Please email julie@gsmit.org to be added to the wait list. One of 8 core courses in the Southern Appalachian Naturalist Certification Program. Learn about the ecology of the Southern Appalachian Mountains, particularly as it relates to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, through discussions and field trips. Topics will include geological history, plant community [...]
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Escape to the Smokies and join Tremont's teacher/naturalists for an exciting look at what Tremont has to offer. This weekend is an opportunity to meet other teachers, share ideas, learn about new Tremont programs and answer questions you may have before your school's visit. It is also a time to relax, enjoy the mountain scenery [...]
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Discover the unique cultural traditions and rich biodiversity of the Smokies by hitting the trail. Fall color reaches its peak this time of year. Watch the spectacular colors progress through out the week. Explore these ancient mountains with daily hikes through breathtaking scenery. Hikes will be 5-13 miles in length, making this program strenuous. In the [...]
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What better way is there to enjoy early fall than with a group of adventurous women on the trail and around the campfire. It’s “Girl Power” all the way as we climb mountains, ford streams and leave our hectic lives behind. Get ready to recharge your batteries while marveling at the natural wonders around you. [...]
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Come hike with fellow outdoor enthusiasts through the hiking club founded by John Muir in 1892. Beginner and experienced hikers are welcome. Each day begins with eating a hearty breakfast and packing a trail lunch. We travel to our trail location for the day’s hike and return mid to late afternoon to relax and/or socialize. We meet [...]
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Unlike many photography workshops, our price includes meals, lodging and instruction by one of the finest teams of photography instructors anywhere in the country. Combine that with the location inside Great Smoky Mountains National Park and it is a real steal. There will be demonstrations on Photoshop techniques, close-up techniques, and wildlife photography. And, of [...]
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One of 8 core courses in the Southern Appalachian Naturalist Certification Program. Explore the diversity of mammal species in the Southern Appalachian Mountains with a focus on the management practices used within Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Emphasis will be given to general natural history of each species, including but not limited to: distribution, associations, reproduction, status, conservation, research methods, etc. [...]
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