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Topic: Civilian Conservation Corps
Sponsored by the Native American Indian Association of Tennessee, this time-honored gathering draws thousands of people from across the country and offers a great opportunity to explore a variety of tribal customs and cultural experiences. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: Events | No Comments
Tennessee History Festival to be held at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park October 19th-20thEvent Will Help Commemorate Tennessee State Parks’ 75th Anniversary
With a focus on Tennessee’s 216 years of statehood, the event blends education and entertainment, allowing school groups and families to experience day-to-day soldier life in history. In year’s past, the festival has drawn more than 6,000 visitors to the park. “We are very excited to celebrate Tennessee State Parks’ 75th Anniversary this year,” said Park Manager Mike Cole. “Tennessee’s History Festival offers something for the entire family and all age groups.” «Read the rest of this article» Sections: Events | No Comments
Port Royal State Historic Park to Hold Anniversary Event September 29th
In addition to the ribbon-cutting ceremony, other activities will include a 75th Anniversary presentation by State Naturalist Randy Hedgepath and a presentation on Port Royal – its past, present and future. Attached is the initial communication we shared. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: Events | No Comments
Bledsoe Creek State Park to Hold Special Music Festival September 8thEvent Will Help Commemorate Tennessee State Parks’ 75th Anniversary
“We are very excited to celebrate Tennessee State Parks’ 75th Anniversary this year,” said Park Manager Wayne Bomar. “The music festival is a great time to gather with friends, enjoy a day of music and it is the perfect opportunity to thank the Friends of Bledsoe Creek State Park for all their hard work and support.” «Read the rest of this article» Sections: Events | No Comments
Tennessee State Parks’ Traveling 75th Anniversary Exhibit Hits RoadSpecially Designed Trailer Brings State Parks’ Unique History to Communities Across Tennessee
Beginning this week, the traveling exhibit will tour state parks and various communities in honor of Tennessee State Parks’ 75th Anniversary. Enclosed in a colorful trailer emblazoned with Tennessee State Park images and logos, the exhibit interprets the origins and heritage of the park system. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Tennessee State Parks First Hikes in Middle Tennessee
Each state park hosted a First Hike to herald in 2012 and the beginning of Tennessee State Parks’ 75th Anniversary celebration. While hikers had a variety of trail types, distances and interpretive programs to choose from – over the course of two days, approximately 900 participants came out to cover more than 115 miles during these First Hikes across Tennessee. The following are the First Hike highlights for Middle Tennessee. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: Arts and Leisure | No Comments
Tennessee State Parks Kick Off 75th Anniversary with First Hikes of the New Year
“We are very excited to announce Tennessee State Parks’ 75th Anniversary and felt this series of First Hikes would be a fitting way to commence the various celebrations slated throughout the year and across the state,” said Environment and Conservation Commissioner Bob Martineau. “Following the old Gaelic tradition of ‘first footing,’ the First Hikes are meant to encourage all Tennesseans to hit the trail and get 2012 started on the right foot.” «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Pickett State Park Dedicates New Civilian Conservation Corps MuseumNovember 4th Ceremony Commemorated the CCC’s Contributions to Tennessee; Memorial Statue Announced
The museum features interpretative exhibits and artifacts, depicting the Civilian Conservation Corps’ contributions to Tennessee’s parks and natural areas, while recognizing the CCC’s extensive efforts across the country. An interactive touch-screen exhibit gives visitors an opportunity to hear directly from former CCC workers, sharing their stories about their time working to construct Pickett State Park. Developed by Tennessee State Parks, the museum is in the same location of the former park office, constructed by the CCC in the 1930s. ![]() Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke (center) joined former CCC workers from across the state, along with Tennessee State Parks officials, at Pickett State Park’s dedication of the new Civilian Conservation Corps Museum. (Photo by Terry Bonham) «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Environment and Conservation celebrates National Public Lands Day in TennesseeVolunteerism protects, preserves shared natural resources National Public Lands Day is the nation’s largest one-day, volunteer stewardship event. Organizers seek to honor the legacy of the Civilian Conservation Corps in protecting America’s public lands. Last year, more than 110,000 volunteers across the country built trails, planted trees and removed litter to improve America’s shared lands for all who visit them. “Tennessee State Parks and the department’s Resource Management Division have a tradition of organizing a statewide volunteer effort in observance of National Public Lands Day,” said Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke. “A number of state parks and natural areas will host volunteers throughout Tennessee, joining thousands across the country working to safeguard these lands not only for themselves, but for future generations.” «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
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