Programs & Events
We offer on-going educational programs and events for all — encouraging our visitors to create meaningful connections with the outdoors. For events requiring registration or tickets, please select the event below.
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Stewards and Storytellers: Native Plants for Landscapes & Home Gardens
Thursday, July 9, 2026
The NEST
Stewards and Storytellers: Edible & Medicinal Plants of The Smoky Mountains
Thursday, July 23, 2026
The NEST
Smokey Bear’s Birthday Party at Gladie Visitor Center
Saturday, August 8, 2026
Gladie Visitor Center
Smokey Bear’s Birthday Party at the Cradle
Saturday, August 8, 2026
Cradle of Forestry
Smokey Bear’s Birthday Party at Brasstown Bald
Saturday, August 8, 2026
Brasstown Bald
Smokey Bear’s Birthday Party at Anna Ruby Falls
Saturday, August 8, 2026
Anna Ruby Falls
Make Your Own Mountain at Harris Branch Beach
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Harris Branch Beach
Stewards and Storytellers: Wildlife Photography For Beginners
Thursday, August 20, 2026
The NEST
Stewards and Storytellers: The History of the French Broad River
Thursday, September 10, 2026
The NEST
Raptor Rendezvous at the Cradle of Forestry
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Cradle of Forestry
Make Your Own Mountain at Doll Mountain
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Doll Mountain Campground
Stewards and Storytellers: Natural Resource Management is Serious Business…sometimes
Thursday, September 24, 2026
The NEST
National Public Lands Day at The Cradle of Forestry
Saturday, September 26, 2026
Cradle of Forestry
National Public Lands Day at Brasstown Bald
Saturday, September 26, 2026
Brasstown Bald
National Public Lands Day at Anna Ruby Falls
Saturday, September 26, 2026
Anna Ruby Falls
