FULL – Southern Appalachian Naturalist Certification Program (SANCP) – Aquatic Natural History
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesSorry, this program is FULL. Please email [email protected] 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 […]
Marblegate: An Evening to Support Tremont
Marblegate Farms 308 McReynolds Rd, Friendsville, TN, United StatesGreat Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont will host a special fundraising event on August 15, 2021 at beautiful Marblegate Farms in Friendsville, TN. The event will be an evening of fun, great food, and cheer as our friends and supporters come together to honor Tremont’s history and build excitement and awareness for our growing future. […]
Teacher Escape Weekend I
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesThis 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.
Teacher Escape Weekend II
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesEscape 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 […]
Schoolyard Network Meeting — Let’s Connect
Connect with a network of teachers during the first Schoolyard Network meeting of the school year. This virtual session will be friendly, informal, and full of ideas and encouragement for you to take back to your classroom. If you haven't already, be sure to join the Schoolyard Network. We'll send an email with details to […]
FULL – Teacher Escape Weekend III
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesSorry, this program is FULL. Please email [email protected] to be added to the wait list. 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 […]
Southern Appalachian Naturalist Certification Program (SANCP) – Naturalist Skills
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesOne 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 […]
FULL – Southern Appalachian Naturalist Certification Program (SANCP) – Ecology
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesSorry, this program is FULL. Please email [email protected] to be added to the waitlist. 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 […]
Women’s Fall Backpack
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesWhat better way is there to enjoy early fall than with a group of adventurous women on the trail and around the campfire? Climb mountains, ford streams, and recharge your batteries while marveling at the natural wonders around you. Join two experienced naturalist guides and experience the beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains firsthand on […]
Tremont Institute’s 2021 Homecoming Celebration
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesYou're Invited to Tremont Institute's 2021 Homecoming Celebration October 10, 2021 | 5:00–8:00 p.m. Welcome home to Walker Valley! We're excited to celebrate Tremont together with fun, food, and fellowship in this incredibly special place. Our evening together will include a social hour, interactive activities, seated dinner, remarks from President & CEO Catey McClary, and […]
Living History in Walker Valley
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesWe’re bringing history to life! Join local Smoky Mountain guide, Kathy Gwinn, and Tremont naturalists for a special day of learning and exploring the history of Walker Valley. This event is free and open to the public. While you’re here, grab your signed copy of A Home In Walker Valley: The Story of Tremont by […]
Sierra Club: Autumn Glory in the Smokies
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesCome 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 […]
Schoolyard Network Virtual Meeting
Tap into a network of teachers and local resource providers during friendly, informal monthly professional development and sharing sessions.
Autumn Brilliance Photography Workshop
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesWhat better place to celebrate fall and improve your nature photography skills than in Great Smoky Mountains National Park? There will be demonstrations on Photoshop techniques, close-up techniques, and wildlife photography. One of the highlights of every workshop is the concluding group photo review of work completed during the weekend. In addition to the presentations […]
FULL – Southern Appalachian Naturalist Certification Program (SANCP) – Mammals
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesSorry, this program is FULL. Please email [email protected] to be added to the waitlist. One of 8 core courses in the Southern Appalachian Naturalist Certification Program. Explore the diversity of mammal species in the Southern Appalachian Mountains, focusing on the management practices used within Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Emphasis will be given to general […]
FULL – Geology Workshop
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesSorry, this program is FULL. Please email [email protected] to be added to the waitlist. This course is an elective of the Southern Appalachian Naturalist Certification Program. Explore the hidden backbone of the mountains while immersing yourself in this overlooked yet vital aspect of Smokies' natural history. Using field geology techniques, we will investigate both popular […]
Volunteer Work Day
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesVolunteer Work Day is a long-standing tradition at Tremont Institute. Volunteers arrive at 8:30 am and spend the day helping Tremont with a variety of projects on campus. To break up the day and show our appreciation, you are treated to a tasty lunch for your efforts.
Schoolyard Network Virtual Meeting
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesTap into a network of teachers and local resource providers during friendly, informal monthly professional development and sharing sessions.
Giving Tuesday – Help Us Reach Our $15,000 Goal
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesSave the date for Giving Tuesday, November 30. We’ll be livestreaming with your favorite Tremont staff, leading outdoor activities you can do from home, participating in gift matching challenges, and hosting giveaways throughout the day.
Schoolyard Network Virtual Meeting
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesTap into a network of teachers and local resource providers during friendly, informal monthly professional development and sharing sessions.
Smoky Mountain Christmas at Tremont
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesStop by the Tremont Visitor's Center on Friday, December 10, for a festive shopping experience where you are sure to find that special something for everyone on your list! You'll receive a 10% discount on everything in the gift store, and will be treated to complimentary coffee and hot cocoa.
Educator Workshop – Data in the Schoolyard: Observations, Uses, and Analysis
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesLearn how to collect and use data with your students in the Smokies and in your schoolyard. We will share activities, suggestions, and resources for how to use the natural spaces near you and in the National Park to engage your students deeper in data analysis and observation skills.
Wilderness Emergency First Responder
The Wilderness Emergency Medical Responder course offers hands-on training for dealing with injuries and other outdoor emergencies.
Schoolyard Network Virtual Meeting
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesTap into a network of teachers and local resource providers during friendly, informal monthly professional development and sharing sessions.
Wilderness Emergency Medical Responder Refresher
The Wilderness Emergency Medical Responder Refresher course offers hands-on training for dealing with injuries and other outdoor emergencies.
FULL – Naturalist Skills — Southern Appalachian Naturalist Certification Program
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesBecoming a naturalist is a lifelong process of nurturing one’s sense of wonder while discovering and experiencing the riches found in the natural world. Learn and practice naturalist skills that will connect you to nature in deep and meaningful ways.
FULL – Winter Woody Plant ID — Southern Appalachian Naturalist Certification Program Elective
Do you know what details to look for to identify trees and shrubs in the wintertime? In this course, you’ll learn to notice leafless characteristics that will benefit your observation and identification skills year-round.
Schoolyard Network Virtual Meeting
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesTap into a network of teachers and local resource providers during friendly, informal monthly professional development and sharing sessions.
FULL – Skills for Sharing Nature — Southern Appalachian Naturalist Certification Program
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesDeveloping the skills and techniques to effectively share nature with others has never been more important than now. Learn to develop and facilitate engaging experiences in nature, help others find meaning in their experiences, and tease out relevance when engaging with any subject matter.
Likin’ Lichens — Southern Appalachian Naturalist Certification Program Elective
During this field-based course, you’ll spend the weekend delving into the enchanting world of lichens, learning their basic ecology, identification, and natural history.
Schoolyard Network Virtual Meeting
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesTap into a network of teachers and local resource providers during friendly, informal monthly professional development and sharing sessions.
Smoky Mountain Music at Tremont
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesImmerse yourself in the culture and beauty of the Smoky Mountains in the springtime. After your morning hike to Spruce Flats Falls, stop by the Tremont visitor's center to hear the tunes of Applachia Anna, enjoy a snack, and soak up the magic of the mountains.
Tremont Community Day at Peaceful Side Social
Peaceful Side Social 7967 E Lamar Alexander Parkway, Townsend, Tennessee (TN), United StatesMeet and mingle with Tremont's staff, scientists and teacher naturalists, and get to know more about your local environmental education center.
Schoolyard Network Virtual Meeting
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesTap into a network of teachers and local resource providers during friendly, informal monthly professional development and sharing sessions.
Springtime in the Smokies Photography Workshop
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesFrom the budding flowers to the fresh green of the summer leaf canopy, the colors and light in the spring are brilliant. Capture these fresh signs of life through your own lens in our Springtime in the Smokies photography workshop.
Eric Weigel Day of Kindness + Gratitude
The Eric Anderson Weigel Memorial Fund and Tremont Institute invite you to participate in the inaugural Eric Weigel Day of Kindness + Gratitude on April 29. Honor Eric's legacy by doing intentional acts of kindness and gratitude and donating to Tremont’s scholarship fund in his honor – up to $2,000 in donations will be matched by the Memorial Fund.
Full – Birds of the Smokies — Southern Appalachian Naturalist Certification Program
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesWhat could be better than a weekend of birdwatching? How about building your skills, connecting with fellow enthusiasts, and discovering the diversity of the Smokies?
FULL – Plants — Southern Appalachian Naturalist Certification Program
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesDelve into the incredible diversity of plants found in the southern Appalachians! In this weekend-long course, we’ll make it easy to learn botanical terms, plant taxonomy, and plant identification.
Schoolyard Escape
South Knoxville Elementary School 801 Sevier Ave, Knoxville, TN, United StatesWe're combining two of our popular educator programs, the Schoolyard Network and Teacher Escape Weekends, to create the all-new Schoolyard Escape!
All Things Tremont Open House
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesWhether you're already a big fan of Tremont, or you're simply curious about what happens on our side of the Middle Prong, you're invited to spend the day with us during our All Things Tremont event on Friday, June 3 at 1-4 pm.
Discovery Camp I
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesJoin us for a summer camp that is full of firsts for many kids. Discovery Camp is an opportunity for campers to get down and dirty with the forests, rivers, and critters that make these mountains home.
FULL – Wilderness Adventure Trek I
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesExperience true wilderness in Great Smoky Mountains National Park during the Wilderness Adventure Trek, an expedition just for teens! Sleep in the woods, swim in a mountain stream, kick back around the campfire, and make new friends to last a lifetime.
FULL – Girls in Science Camp
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesDuring Girls in Science Camp, you’ll work with scientists to search for salamanders and catch songbirds to support research in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. You’ll also build friendships with other girls as you swim in mountain streams, share stories around the campfire, and watch the fireflies emerge from the grass.
NEW – Naturalist Week at Tremont
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesLearn from nature, deepen your connection to the natural world, and develop your outdoor skills at Naturalist Week, a one-of-a-kind summer camp for adults.
John Thurman Smoky Mountain Trout Adventure Camp
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesThe 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.
Naturalist Week (From Wherever You Are!)
This June 20-25, you’re invited to take part in Naturalist Week, a virtual event designed to help more people connect with nature, wherever they are!
Hidden Rivers Film Screening at Hi-Wire Brewing
Hi-Wire Brewing 2020 Barber Street, Knoxville, TN, United StatesJoin Tremont staff for a screening of Hidden Rivers, a 1-hour film that explores the rivers and streams of the Southern Appalachian region, North America’s most biologically rich waters.
Sharing Secrets for Outdoor Learning: Engaging Students in the Schoolyard
Join Annie Roth, Manager of the Teacher Network at Tremont, for a collaborative session where you’ll try out experiential practices across content areas, engage in thoughtful discussion, and build a connection to your schoolyard. During our time together we will engage in mindful moments and get away from our seats to explore outside. We will […]
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! Let's see how many species we […]
Social Hour with Tremont and SMOC
Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center 7138 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Townsend, TN, United StatesGather on the porch of Smoky Mountain Outdoor Center for social hour with Tremont Institute. Hear about wildlife sightings, get information on hiking trails, and learn about what types of plants and animal life to look for this season.
