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What’s Happening in Townsend: October!
Greetings to our Friends of the Bear! Calling all alumni! Maryville College’s Homecoming Weekend kicks off on Friday, October 10th. The 11th will feature a selection of activities across campus & the city of Maryville will be holding their Spooktacular on the...
Fishing in the Smokies II
Did you know Tennessee is home to more than 300 native species of fish? Many of them can be found right here in the Smoky Mountains! As we discussed in our last blog, the Great Smoky Mountains provide some of the most enticing fishing the east coast has to offer. We...
What’s Happening in Townsend: September!
Greetings to our Friends of the Bear! Fall is in the air, which means things will be picking up in town the next couple months as the leaves change. Kicking off September is the Great Smoky Mountain Half Marathon from the 5th though 6th. For foodies, the Taste of...
Fishing in the Smokies
Calling all Anglers! Being located so close to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and directly across from Little River, we here at the Lodge are ideally located for indulging in many locals’ favorite past time – fishing. Not much beats a peaceful morning wading...
Spotlight: Clingman’s Dome / Kuwohi
Greetings from the Peaceful Side! As we transition into many people's favorite time of the year with the leaves changing and air getting crisper, it makes for a great time to experience one of the most scenic vistas the Smokies has to offer. Standing at 6,643 Ft....
What’s Happening in Townsend: August!
Greetings to our Friends of the Bear! We have a great August ahead of us. Here at the Lodge, we’ve just wrapped up our 3rd annual Appalachian Homecoming weekend and can’t wait for next year’s already. Coming up this month is the Great Smoky Mountain Hot Air Balloon...
What’s Happening This Summer: Events and Updates at the Lodge
Greetings to Our Friends of the Bear! We’ve got a lot going on this summer, and we want you to be part of the excitement! First up is the Smoky Mountain Bigfoot Festival this weekend, featuring guest speakers such as members of the AIMS team and Dr. Mireya Mayor from...
Springtime Celebrations and Events in Townsend!
Greetings to all our Friends of the Bear! Spring is slowly but surely on the horizon, and we’re approaching the time when things pick up here in town. Starting off, for the whole month of March, the Foothills Quilt Guild will have a showcase at the Townsend Visitor...
The Incredible Biodiversity of the Smoky Mountains
Unleash your inner naturalist in the Smokies! This ancient mountain range, a vital ice-age refuge, explodes with biodiversity. Did you know it boasts more native tree species than all of Europe and is the salamander capital of the world? From vibrant wildflowers to...
Trail Spotlight: Hike to Abrams Falls
Abrams Falls Trail is a favorite among both locals and visitors. This roundtrip trail showcases the stunning Abrams Falls and Abrams Creek.
Happy New Year!
Even though things are slowing down around town, there’s still plenty to do as far as getting outdoors and exploring the area.
OH Gift Guide
It’s that time of the year again, and Oldham Hospitality has you covered for all your gift giving needs! We have a range of choices for everyone in the family.