Tennessee State Parks Partner With TWRA and the American Canoe Association for Kayak Instruction
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on May 2, 2023 | Permalink
NASHVILLE – Tennessee State Parks and Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) are joining the Tennessee chapter of the American Canoe Association (ACA) to offer low-cost kayaking instruction on Saturday, May 20, as part of National Safe Boating Week, which begins the same day.
Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park Accepting Lottery Entries for Firefly Viewing
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on May 2, 2023 | Permalink
FLAG POND – Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park will open its lottery on Sunday, May 7 for viewing blue ghost and synchronous fireflies at a series of events later this month and in June. The lottery will be open until midnight on Thursday, May 11.
Tennessee State Parks to Hold Job Interviews March 17 at Paris Landing State Park
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on March 15, 2023 | Permalink
BUCHANAN – Tennessee State Parks will conduct job interviews for the 91-room Lodge at Paris Landing on Friday, March 17 from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. at Paris Landing State Park. Hiring will also include park operations positions.
Tennessee State Parks Seek Volunteers for Annual Weed Wrangle March 4
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on February 28, 2023 | Permalink
NASHVILLE – Tennessee State Parks invite Tennesseans to participate in the state’s annual Weed Wrangle on Saturday, March 4, part of a national effort to remove invasive plants from public spaces.
Artifact Identification Day February 25 at Long Hunter State Park
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on February 17, 2023 | Permalink
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Division of Archaeology and Long Hunter State Park will host Artifact Identification Day on Saturday, Feb. 25 where members of the public may bring objects they have discovered and learn about them from experts.
Work Outdoors as a Seasonal Interpreter Recreator
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on February 9, 2023 | Permalink
The application period for 2023 Seasonal Interpretive Recreator Positions have closed.
Seven Tennessee State Parks to Serve Valentine’s Meals
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on February 1, 2023 | Permalink
NASHVILLE – Seven Tennessee State Parks restaurants will offer romantic dinners for Valentine’s Day on Tuesday, Feb. 14. Montgomery Bell State Park is serving Valentine’s meals on three separate dates.
Tennessee State Library & Archives Honors Tennessee’s State Parks Legacy with New Exhibit
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on January 26, 2023 | Permalink
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Considered one of the best park systems in the country, Tennessee has 57 state parks. A new exhibit at the Tennessee State Library & Archives, The Legacy of State Parks, honors the impact of state parks in Tennessee.
TDEC Division of Archaeology to Host Annual Research Conference
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on January 10, 2023 | Permalink
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation’s Division of Archaeology will host its annual public meeting on research in archaeology Saturday Jan. 28 at the Tennessee State Library and Archives.
Tennessee State Parks to Start New Year With First Day Hikes
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on December 19, 2022 | Permalink
NASHVILLE – Tennessee State Parks will ring in the New Year with the annual First Day Hikes on Jan. 1 in parks across Tennessee
Panther Creek State Park Wins Award for Facilities Management
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on December 6, 2022 | Permalink
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) has named Panther Creek State Park in Morristown winner of the Excellence in Facilities Management award for Tennessee State Parks in 2022.
Pinson Mounds State Archaeological Park Scheduled Temporary Closure for Wounded Warrior Hunt
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on December 2, 2022 | Permalink
PINSON – Pinson Mounds State Archaeological Park will be temporarily closed to visitors for two hours each morning Monday, Dec. 5 through Wednesday, Dec. 7 to host a Wounded Warrior Hunt on those days.
Cleanup Day for Playground at Warriors’ Path State Park Rescheduled
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on November 14, 2022 | Permalink
KINGSPORT – The Fall Day of Caring at Darrell’s Dream Boundless Playground at Warriors’ Path State Park originally scheduled for Saturday, Nov.12, has been rescheduled to Saturday, Nov. 19 due to inclement weather.
Fall Day of Caring at Warriors’ Path State Park November 12
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on November 2, 2022 | Permalink
KINGSPORT – Darrell’s Dream Boundless Playground at Warriors’ Path State Park will be closed Saturday, Nov. 12 from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. for a Day of Caring/Service volunteer cleanup at the park.
838 Acres Added to Fall Creek Falls State Park
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on October 20, 2022 | Permalink
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) today announced the acquisition of an additional 838 acres of land for Fall Creek Falls State Park from a purchase arranged by multiple partners, expanding the extensive conservation footprint in the region.
Lee, Salyers Announce Creation of Savage Gulf State Park
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on September 22, 2022 | Permalink
NASHVILLE – Gov. Bill Lee and Commissioner David Salyers of the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) today announced the creation of Savage Gulf State Park in Grundy and Sequatchie counties, a boost for recreation in the region, bringing the total of Tennessee’s state parks to 57.
Tennessee State Parks Win National Award for Tires to Trails Program
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on September 21, 2022 | Permalink
NASHVILLE – Tennessee State Parks have been honored with the Project Excellence Award from the Society of Outdoor Recreation Professionals for the parks’ innovative Tires to Trails program, which recycles tires. The award was presented this month at the National Outdoor Recreation Conference in Knoxville.
Tennessee State Parks Honored with National Award for Sustainability Program ‘Go Green With Us’
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on September 14, 2022 | Permalink
NASHVILLE – Tennessee State Parks have received the President’s Award from the National Association of State Park Directors (NASPD) recognizing the parks for their work in sustainability with their Go Green With Us initiative.
Johnsonville State Historic Park Wins Excellence in Customer Engagement Award
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on September 14, 2022 | Permalink
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) has honored Johnsonville State Historic Park with the Excellence in Customer Engagement Award among the Tennessee State Parks. The award is part of the annual Tennessee State Parks Awards for Excellence.
Sgt. Alvin C. York State Park Wins Excellence in Innovation Award
Written by Tennessee State Parks | Posted on September 14, 2022 | Permalink
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) has honored Sgt. Alvin C. York State Park in Pall Mall with the Excellence in Innovation Award among the Tennessee State Parks. The award is part of the annual Tennessee State Parks Awards of Excellence.