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Great Smoky Mountains National Park News

Climbing, downsized: Bouldering presents tough challenges close to the ground
LANCING, Tenn. - Lara Souza arrived at the bouldering area in the morning just as the icicles were melting off the rocks. Climbing in blue jeans and a sweater, she focused on a sequence of moves that brought her to an overhanging roof - a seemingly insurmountable obstacle even for someone like Souza, who took her share of gymnastics lessons while growing up in Brazil.

Five great Smokies fall hikes
Newfound Gap to Charlies Bunion along the Appalachian Trail, 8 miles roundtrip: One of the most scenic hikes in the Smokies, and especially nice in cold weather when the humidity drops and visibility improves. Charlies Bunion is a rock outcropping with panoramic views. From the Newfound Gap parking lot, head north on the A.T.

Sugarland Mountain perfect for longer hike
If you've done a couple of seven- or eight-mile hikes and you've been flirting with the idea of a longer one, Sugarland Mountain is a good place to start.

Some notes on backcountry camping
Backcountry camping is one of the best ways to experience the Great Smoky Mountains. However, backcountry campers must be prepared for their endeavors and must follow the backcountry rules. Below are a few guidelines about backcountry camping. These guidelines are meant only to be a quick introduction to backcountry camping, not a substitute for backcountry knowledge or consultation with park rangers about your trip.

It may not be lap of luxury, but backcountry shelters are improving
Times are a'changing in the backcountry. Anyone who has spent a cold night listening to mice scurry about his head or the sounds of sleep from strangers will know what is said here is true.

Safety tips for paddlers
Although rafting is a fun sport, it can also be very dangerous if the right precautions are not taken. Rafters must remember to follow guidelines while in the water to ensure their safety and the safety of others. Below you can find a list of guidelines from the Safety Code of the American Whitewater Affiliation to follow while rafting.

Ocoee River travel tips
The Ocoee Scenic Byway is southwest of Knoxville. Take I-75 to Cleveland, and take Exit 20 to U.S. Highway 64 which becomes the scenic byway. An alternative also is to take U.S. 411 through Maryville to Highway 64 at Ocoee. There is construction at various points along U.S. 411 where it is being four-laned. It's about 82 miles to Cleveland, and about another 8 miles along U.S. 64 before you get to the Scenic Byway. Allow about two hours to get there.

The six river difficulty classifications
This is the American version of a rating system used to compare river difficulty throughout the world. This system is not exact; rivers do not always fit easily into one category, and regional or individual interpretations may cause misunderstandings. It is no substitute for a guidebook or accurate first-hand descriptions of a run.

Fishing guidelines
Fishing is permitted year-round in the park, but a Tennessee or North Carolina fishing license is required. Either state license is valid throughout the park and no trout stamp is required. Licenses may be purchased in nearby towns. A special permit is required for fishing on the Cherokee reservation.

Whitewater Rafting
Bryson City and Swain County contain four major rivers including the Nantahala River. Fontana Lake also lies within the county's bouandries, making Swain County and Bryson City ideal places for whitewater rafting and other water sports.

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GSMNP news

Park Issues Finding of No Significant Impact from Planned Improvements to Tremont
The National Park Service (NPS) has completed an Environmental Assessment (EA) of its Development Concept Plan which outlines plans to make improvements to the Park-owned facilities which house the Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont.

Adopt-A-Trail Volunteer Recruitment
Great Smoky Mountains National Park is recruiting for volunteers to participate in the Adopt-a-Trail program, an effort that helps to maintain the parks 800-mile trail system.

New Video Podcast Emphasizes Bear Safety
A new video podcast, Day Hiking and Wildlife, associated with the recently launched program Reward Yourself - Hike the Smokies Challenge, is now available for viewing.

Park Issues Finding of No Significant Impact for Planned Newfound Gap Road Reconstruction
The National Park Service has completed an Environmental Assessment of the planned rehabilitation of 14.5 miles of Newfound Gap Road from the parks entrance at Gatlinburg, TN, to the TN/NC state line at Newfound Gap.

Volunteers Needed to Staff New Contact Station at Clingmans Dome
Great Smoky Mountains National Park is recruiting volunteers to help staff a new visitor contact station at Clingmans Dome when it opens on Saturday, June 19.

Update on Road and Facility Projects
Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials have announced new completion dates for several construction projects that are underway to improve park roads and facilities. Severe winter weather conditions and delays in awarding certain contracts have resulted in revised work schedules and opening dates for some of these projects.

Smokies Warns Individuals About Fleeing Arrest in Park
Driver receives six month jail sentence for reckless driving while attempting to elude arrest.

Cades Cove Loop Road Reopening Celebration
Great Smoky Mountains National Park announced details for the reopening of the Cades Cove Loop Road during two celebratory events on Saturday, April 24, and Sunday, April 25. The park has implemented temporary measures and organized personnel to direct traffic and parking to make these events run as smoothly as possible.

Smokies Approved for Additional American Recovery and Reinvestment Projects
Great Smoky Mountains National Park is starting four American Recovery and Reinvestment Act projects to improve hiker parking areas and resurface two roads in the Park. The $12.2 million for these projects brings total Recovery Act funding for the Smokies to $77.5 million.

"Reward Yourself - Hike the Smokies Challenge" Launches
Do you need a little motivation to get out and enjoy the great outdoors? A new program, "Reward Yourself - Hike the Smokies Challenge" in 2010, in Great Smoky Mountains National Park will help visitors reach individual milestones.

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