More places to play

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Knoxville exceeds the national average of land used specifically for parks and greenspaces. Legacy Parks works proactively to facilitate projects that contribute to this dedication to the outdoors. By doing …

The team that makes it happen

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Sometimes I’m asked how Legacy Parks manages all of our projects. It’s simple. Look at our team:
Board of Advisors:

John Becker
Bart Carey
Pete Claussen
Steve Fritts
Missy Kane
Mark Mamantov
David Martin
Don Parnell
Sharon Pryse
Tommy Schumpert
Cassandra Stuart
Susan …

Angora Frog Farm starts to take shape

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Angora Frog Farm, the 12-acre woodland on Brickyard Road in Powell, has seen a recent flurry of volunteers. The layout has been confirmed and the play structures ordered. We’re meeting …

Holiday spirit abounds

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Homes are sporting lights and decorations; KUB is probably cheering. Skaters are enjoying Holidays on Ice at Market Square; and everyone loves the lights at Krutch Park.
Here are a few …

Holiday Festival of Lights at The Cove

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This is shortest and prettiest hike you will take this year. I guarantee it.
Employees of Knox County Parks & Rec have installed lights around a ¾-mile greenway trail (previously a …

Tour de Lights: Colorful and fun

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Join us for the last Mountain Commerce Challenge event as we end the year with a festive celebration! We will decorate our bikes together and join the Tour de Lights …

Back to Angora Frog Farm

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Now that Thanksgiving is past, we’ll get back to work Monday to finish Knox County’s next park – the Angora Frog Farm on land donated by Arvin and Sabra Brown. …

Come work and play at Seven Islands

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Seven Islands State Birding Park is a regional treasure. More than 190 species of birds have been sighted there, according to the state Department of Environment and Conservation, which oversees …