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  • Wilderness Adventure Trek I – FULL

    Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United States

    Wilderness Adventure Trek provides a unique opportunity for teens to become fully immersed in the wilderness for longer than a weekend camping trip, all with the guidance of Tremont’s experienced professional naturalists. Over the course of the week, your teen will learn about the wildlife, natural ecosystems, and biodiversity of the Smokies - and themselves! Campers should expect to be challenged physically and mentally as they hike, prepare meals, set up camp, and other tasks essential for living in the wilderness. But trust us, it’s going to be a blast.

    $945
  • Girls in Science Camp – FULL

    Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United States

    Explore habitats throughout Great Smoky Mountains National Park and conduct your own field investigation based on the topic you’re most excited about.

    $100
  • Discovery Camp I – FULL

    Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United States

    Discovery Camp is where kids go to be kids – getting curious, asking questions, exploring new places, and feeling free – all while living inside Great Smoky Mountains National Park and gaining a deeper appreciation for nature.

    $850
  • Virtual Naturalist Week

    At Tremont, we aim to give learners of all ages the tools and understanding needed to appreciate nature in their own neighborhoods. You’re invited to take part in Naturalist Week, a virtual event designed to help more people connect with nature, wherever they are.

    Free
  • John Thurman Trout Adventure Camp – FULL

    Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United States

    The John Thurman Smoky Mountain Trout Adventure Camp promotes an appreciation of cold-water conservation by teaching campers the sport of fly fishing in mountain streams.

    $550
  • The Big Day (From Wherever You Are)

    A twist on a birding “big day,” today we’ll document as many species as we can find (not just birds!) Throughout the day, explore your own park or neighborhood to see how many living things you can find – that includes plants, mammals, fungi, insects, birds, lichens, and more!

    Free
  • Backcountry Ecological Expedition – Full

    Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United States

    Explore the wild side of the Smokies during an adventure like no other. During this 6-day, 5-night canoe expedition, you’ll camp in the woods, paddle to remote locations, and participate in scientific research on the biodiversity of the Smoky Mountains.

    $995
  • Wilderness Adventure Trek II – FULL

    Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United States

    Wilderness Adventure Trek provides a unique opportunity for teens to become fully immersed in the wilderness for longer than a weekend camping trip, all with the guidance of Tremont’s experienced professional naturalists. Over the course of the week, your teen will learn about the wildlife, natural ecosystems, and biodiversity of the Smokies - and themselves! Campers should expect to be challenged physically and mentally as they hike, prepare meals, set up camp, and other tasks essential for living in the wilderness. But trust us, it’s going to be a blast.

    $945
  • Discovery Camp II – FULL

    Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United States

    Discovery Camp is where kids go to be kids – getting curious, asking questions, exploring new places, and feeling free – all while living inside Great Smoky Mountains National Park and gaining a deeper appreciation for nature.

    $850
  • Firefly Camp – Full

    Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United States

    Bond with your child while playing games that build confidence, awaken the senses, and fire the imagination. Get to know the forest and its creatures, wade in a cool mountain stream, sing songs and hear stories around the campfire, and, perhaps, before bedtime – you guessed it – see the fireflies light up the night.

    $101
  • Smoky Mountain Family Camp – FULL

    Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United States

    Spend your family vacation living and learning inside the national park and experience the magic of the mountains as you hike ridges, study wildlife, explore secret places, and take afternoon dips in the Middle Prong.

    $658
  • Teen High Adventure – Full

    Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United States

    Sorry, this program is FULL. Please email [email protected] to be added to the waitlist. July 14-24 | $1,826 | Venture into the heart of the Great Smoky Mountain backcountry, spending 10 days and 9 nights among a community of teenage outdoor enthusiasts like yourself! Grow your understanding of outdoor living ethics, and learn firsthand about [...]

    $1826
  • Great Smokies Experience

    Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United States

    Go on breathtaking hikes, take a canoe trip to the Tellico Reservoir, take scientific species surveys, explore the national park at night, climb up Mt. LeConte and so much more - all while earning college credit!

    $1,999
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