Experience a year’s worth of Smokies moments in this short film. Take a look back to the many places 2009 has taken our video blog. Click here or on the photo to see it all.
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Late June and early July bring a spectrum of colors to high elevation grassy balds in the Great Smoky Mountains. Click here or on the photo to view the magnificent phenomenon that is azalea time.
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It seems like I can’t drive, hike, or look out a window without someone (often me, talking to myself) making a comment about how incredible the rhododendron flowers are this year. I’ve lived in the Smokies for fourteen years and I’ve NEVER seen them this good.
The bloom has already peaked and is fading gradually [...]
Take a closer look at this bunny as he tours the azaleas on Gregory Bald. I’ve never seen a rabbit with this pattern on his fur before. Photo by Ann Froschauer.
We did our part to help the azaleas on Gregory Bald stay healthy… it’s all a matter of pretending you’re eating something like a small, watery apple… not a fungus. Yum yum!
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In June, at least, nothing compares to Gregory Bald when the flame azaleas are in bloom! Ten acres of gorgeous flowers, a cool breeze, and a view over Cades Cove… what more could you want?
Click the photo below to see the bald in all its glory!