The areas in and around the Great Smoky Mountains National Park are known for an abundance of wildlife and diversity of trees and wildflowers. Each year, the International Festivals & Events Association celebrates this diversity by offering locals and visitors a way to learn more about the area’s natural history. Through exhibits, performances, classes, walks, talks, and workshops, the 25th Annual Wilderness Wildlife Week celebrates the flora, fauna, and cultures of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. With activities for kids and adults of all ages, it’s an exciting Pigeon Forge event for the whole family! Best of all, it’s free!<\/p>\n
Wilderness Wildlife Week has served as a staple in the Pigeon Forge community for more than two decades, and it just gets better every year. Along with classes, it brings great live music \u2013 bluegrass, hymns, old-time mountain music, and traditional mountain instruments. Kids will love the KIDS’ TRACK! program, which features hands-on workshops and activities, and hikers will appreciate learning new tips and exploring new areas of the national park. Hikes will range from easy to difficult, so there’s no need to be an experienced hiker to participate. You’ll have fun at Wilderness Wildlife Week, whether you’re just developing your love for the great outdoors or you’ve been an outdoorsman for years.<\/p>\n
The 25th Annual Wilderness Wildlife Week will be held from January 24 through January 31, based at the new LeConte Center in Pigeon Forge. Most programs during Wilderness Wildlife Week begin at 8 a.m. and end around 7:30 p.m. when the keynote program begins. Call the LeConte Center for more information at 1.800.251.9100 or 865.453.8574.<\/p>\n
With so many events, you won’t be able to get to every class, workshop, or hike, so read on to see just a sampling of the events you may want to check out!<\/p>\n
\u2022 Beginning Bird ID This is just a short list of the many, many classes, workshops, and activities during the 25th Annual Wilderness Wildlife Week! Check out the full schedule online to start planning your week today!<\/p>\n 25th Annual Wilderness Wildlife Week Information desk<\/strong>: Open from 7 a.m. – 9 p.m. The areas in and around the Great Smoky Mountains National Park are known for an abundance of wildlife and diversity of trees and wildflowers. Each year, the International Festivals & Events Association celebrates this diversity by offering locals and visitors a way to learn more about the area’s natural history. Through exhibits, performances, classes, walks, talks, and workshops, the 25th Annual Wilderness Wildlife Week celebrates the flora, fauna, and cultures of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. With activities for kids and adults of all ages, it’s an exciting Pigeon Forge event for the whole family! 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\nLeConte Center at Pigeon Forge<\/strong>
\n2986 Teaster Lane
\nPigeon Forge, TN 37863<\/p>\n
\nVendor\/Exhibit hall:<\/strong> Open from 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. in LeConte Exhibit Hall<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"