Needmore BioBlitz
WANDER THE NEEDMORE WITH AN ENTOURAGE OF LOCAL EXPERTS! This spring, Mainspring is hosting a Bioblitz in the Brush Creek area of the Needmore Game Lands in partnership with Highlands Biological Station, Highlands Biological Foundation, and Discover Life in America! A Bioblitz is a sort of “biological census,” aiming to capture a snapshot of all […]
- Date: May 17, 2024
- Timing: 8:00am - 5:00pm
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Fireflies at Norton Creek
Watch the Smokies’ magical fireflies in style! Our annual firefly event is a one-of-a-kind viewing experience. From the comfort of a luxurious private reserve, enjoy food and drink surrounded by gorgeous natural scenery, and witness an incredible display of synchronous and blue ghost fireflies (and other glowing critters) guided by our knowledgeable staff. Four nights to choose from. This is an evening you won’t forget! All proceeds help us at Discover Life in America carry out our mission to understand and conserve the diversity of life in the Smokies.
- Date: June 6, 2024
- Timing: 7:00pm - 10:30pm
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Fireflies at Norton Creek: Candlelight Dinner
Take your firefly experience to the next level with an over-the-top, extravagant evening centered around the Smokies’ famous synchronous fireflies. Join us for the Candlelight Dinner: Fireflies at Norton Creek for a special dinner and drinks prepared by Dollywood’s own Master Chef and team beginning at the award-winning Heartsong Resort […]
- Date: June 7, 2024
- Timing: 5:30pm - 5:30pm
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Cades Cove Firefly Survey
Join us to survey fireflies in Cades Cove on June 24th from 7pm to 11pm EST, meeting at the Cades Cove Ranger Station. There are 19 species of fireflies in Great Smoky Mountains National Park! Volunteers will assist DLiA staff document firefly species in Cades Cove for the Smokies All […]
- Date: June 24, 2024
- Timing: 7:00pm - 11:00pm
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Cherokee Dam BioBlitz
Free, family friendly opportunity to learn about local animals and plants while contributing to science. Join Discover Life in America and the Tennessee Valley Authority at Cherokee Dam Park-Picnic Area in Jefferson City! Two chances to ‘blitz! Friday, June 28th from 6pm to 10pm: Join us for an evening of discoveries…we will continue in the dark, […]
- Date: June 28, 2024
- Timing: 6:00pm - 12:00pm
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Great Smokies Eco-Adventure: Oct 27-29
Mark your calendar for an immersive Smokies experience like none other! Spend your days exploring the wilds of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and your nights glamorously camping off the grid. DLiA and partner A Walk in the Woods bring you an exclusive 3-day, 2-night adventure, with expert-led nature hikes, […]
- Date: October 27, 2024
- Timing: 12:00pm - 4:00pm
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