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March 26th arrive at cades cove and set up camp. I have reserved site C60 for myself. You must reserve your own campsite.
March 27th: hike around the area and explore.
March28th: meet at 0830 with the naturalist and begin the hike. It is 5 +/- miles with some off trail. and a nice hill to go down and back up. Pack snacks, lunch and plenty of water and a raincoat or rain gear.
March 29th break camp and head home.
IMPORTANT TO BE ABLE TO DO THIS HIKE YOU MUST REGISTER WITH SMOKY MOUNTAIN FIELD SCHOOL COURSE#26WISMFS853
https://cpell.utk.edu/programs-courses/smoky-mountain-field-school/ COST IS $69.00 THE TITLE IS WHITE OAK SINK NATURALIST RAMBLE SAT MARCH 28TH 8:30-2:00 PM
It is very popular and fills up fast.
cades cove is bear country and all bear precautions will be in effect. dress for the weather but expect cold, rain, sun, maybe wind and whatever nature has in store. This is an adventure
spring flowers should be starting to bloom at this location by the date.

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Guided naturalist hike for outdoor enthusiasts; participants gain bear safety awareness during a rugged, off-trail hike.

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