A cascading treasure above Tremont

Christopher RobinOur Town Arts

Who is not drawn to the cooling mist of a waterfall on a hot summer day? As a photographer, one without visitors climbing all over is so much the better. …

Ellis Bacon: The candy man can

Beth KinnaneOur Town Neighbors

It’s a bit of a stretch to go from raising bear cubs to making chocolate to working to support two national parks separated by 3,500 miles. But if there’s a …

Work on that winter roll

Carol EvansOur Town Outdoors

The Chota Canoe Club is offering a Winter Kayak Roll Practice beginning Friday, Feb. 5, at 6:30 p.m. at the West Side YMCA. Join in on Friday evenings for practice. …

Go wild for birds

Carol EvansOur Town Outdoors

The coming week offers several opportunities for learning about area birds and wildlife. Get out and play!
On Sunday, Jan. 3, Seven Islands State Birding Park is partnering with Ijams Nature …

Love the outdoors? Learn to give back

Carol EvansOur Town Outdoors

I know I’m partial, but I really can’t imagine anywhere better than East Tennessee for outdoor variety that benefits everyone.
Last weekend was a great example. About 30 women gathered to …