History Comes to Life in Gatlinburg - Civil War Re-enactment
Gatlinburg
will witness living history June 19-21 as we welcome more than 150 Civil War re-enactors from the “Southern Guards Batallion”. They will set up an authentic Civil War era camp complete with demonstrations of camp food and blacksmithing. The weekend events also include a parade, cavalry and artillery demonstrations, and a “Meet the Generals” forum.
The Seige of Gatlinburg will take place on Friday at 6 p.m., when soldiers march into Gatlinburg. The weekend’s activities climax on Saturday at 2 p.m. when the troops will re-enact the only Civil War battle that occurred in Sevier county, the “Battle of Burg Hill”. On Sunday at 10 a.m. you can attend a period church service and witness other demonstrations before the re-enactors break camp.
The events will take place near Mills Park, and parking is available at the Gatlinburg Pittman High School and at Mills Park.
Elk Springs Resort Gatlinburg Cabins is approximately 1.5 miles from Mills Park.
Gatlinburg Tunes and Tales to Kick off June 6th
Spring is in full swing here in the Smokies! We have a fabulous weather forecast for the next several days, so get out your hiking boots and fishing poles and enjoy the great outdoors!! On June 6th we kick off Tunes and Tales, an 8 week event with storytellers, local crafters and musicians recounting the trials and tribulations of the pioneers. The music and artisans have always been a popular attraction in Gatlinburg. This is a free event and great fun for every age! Don’t forget to always respect our national park, we can’t wait for you to visit!!
It’s Finders Keepers in Gatlinburg!
Our newest Gatlinburg Cabin, Finders Keepers is a 4 bedroom 3 bath Luxury cabin with Home Theater Room, pool table, foosball table and many more amenties. Enjoy a view of the valley from your private screened in porch with glider rocker, dining table and chairs. Full features include:
Home Theater Room Featuring a 9 foot Theater Screen
4 Bedrooms (3 kings, 1 queen over queen bunk bed)
Large dining Area
Living Room with Sofa and Love Seat
6 TV’s & 6 DVD Players
Full Kitchen with Cherry Cabinets
Hardwood Floors
3 Decks
Hot Tub
Gas Grill
Free Wireless Internet
Unlimited Local and Long Distance Calling
Flat Parking with Gas Lighting - can accomodate motorcycle trailers
To see more photos and get more information regarding this property, click here: Finders Keepers, Gatlinburg
Elk Springs Resort is conveniently located in the arts & crafts community just 8 minutes from downtown Gatlinburg and 15 minutes from the center of Pigeon Forge. Located off the beaten path to provide seclusion and views, Elk Springs is just minutes from most attractions!
Annual Spring Wildflower Pilgramage in Gatlinburg, TN
For 5 days each year the Annual Spring Wildflower Pilgamage consisting of nature walks, history walks, photographic tours of wildlife, flora and history in the Great Smoky Mountains. This years pilgramage will be from April 22-26.
The 4 day event is filled with classes, programs, interactive activities and outdoor field trips. The First days agenda:
| 7:00 | 11:00 | Birding for the Experienced |
| 7:00 | 11:00 | Birding for the Novice |
| 8:00 | 11:00 | Terrestrial Insect Walk |
| 8:00 | 11:00 | Wildflower Walk: Ash Hopper Branch |
| 8:00 | 11:00 | Wildflowers of the Cove Hardwood Nature Trail |
| 8:00 | 11:00 | Fern Walk: The Sinks |
| 8:00 | 11:00 | Wildflower Walk: Porters Creek Trail |
| 8:30 | 11:00 | Civilian Conservation Corp in the Great Smokies |
| 8:45 | 11:00 | Wildflower Hike: Chestnut Top Trail |
| 8:45 | 11:00 | Trees of the Smokies near Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont |
| 11:30 | 13:00 | Welcoming Luncheon |
| 13:15 | 14:45 | Woodland Spring ﾖ Carol Liguori Wolfe, Ecologist, Science Writer, Photographer |
| 13:30 | 16:30 | Going Natural in the Garden |
| 13:30 | 16:30 | Wildflower Walk: Noah “Bud” Ogle Trail |
| 13:30 | 16:30 | Black Bear and Wild Hog Hike |
| 13:30 | 16:30 | Moss Walk along Injun Creek Trail in Greenbrier |
| 13:30 | 16:30 | Salamander Foray from Low to High Elevation |
| 13:30 | 16:30 | Tree and Shrub Identification Walk |
| 13:30 | 16:30 | Beginner’s Photographic Workshop |
| 13:45 | 17:15 | The Walker Sisters’ Cabin and Little Greenbrier School |
| 13:45 | 17:15 | History Walk: Porters Creek Trail |
| 13:45 | 16:15 | Cascades and Wildflower Walk along Lynn Camp Prong |
| 13:45 | 17:15 | Wildflowers of West Prong Trail |
| 14:00 | 17:00 | Wildflower Walk: Oconaluftee River Trail |
| 15:00 | 16:30 | Wildflower Folklore Ila Hatter, 21 years as Pilgrimage hike leader, Interpretive Naturalist & Wildcrafter |
| 7:30 | 18:00 | Backcountry Wildflower Hike: Benton MacKaye and Mountains-to-the-Sea loop |
| 8:30 | 16:30 | Wildflower Hike: Road Prong Trail |
| 17:30 | 19:00 | Featured Wildflower Artist Reception |
| 19:30 | 20:30 | Climate Change and Global Warming |
for a full calendar of scheduled events, visit: http://www.springwildflowerpilgrimage.org/wildflower/registration/schedule.cfm
Gatlinburg Outdoor Easter Sunrise Mass
Participate in the 12th annual Easter sunrise mass at Ober Gatlinburg on Easter Monring, April 12th. Free Tram rides to Ober Gatlinburg start at 6:15am and continue every 15 minutes. The Service begins at 7 am.
Enjoy a buffet breakfast that’s available in the Ober Gatlinburg Restaurant, open until 10:30am.
Elk Springs Resort Luxury Cabin rentals is about a 10 minute drive to the Ober Gatlinburg Tram Stop and about 20 minutes to the main parking lot off Ski Mountain Road.
Gatlinburg Arts & Crafts Show - April 8-11, 2009
Elk Springs Resort is conveniently located in the Arts & Crafts Community in Gatlinburg. April 8 - 11, 2009 the community will be featuring an Arts & Crafts Show that will showcase the many hand made items from the artisans, woodcarvers and painters. Established in 1937, the Arts & Crafts community has grown to over 100 shops galleries located in an 8 mile loop (called the “Artists Loop”). The community is the largest group of independent artisans in North America.
Admission is free!
Gatlinburg First Annual Independent Film Festival!
Gatlinburg Screenfest will include screenings of the 17 films and will feature vendor booths, activities, Q&A sessions and a themed party. The festival will close with an Awards ceremony and red carpet event.
WHEN? March 13th - 15th, 2009.
WHERE? River Terrace Convention Center & Park Vista Hotel
For information on all of the Screenfest events and activities, visit www.gatlinburgscreenfest.com
Gatlinburg TN - Live views of Mt. LeConte
This week should provide beautiful views of Mt. LeConte live from Elk Springs Resort Luxury Gatlinburg Cabin Rentals. Be sure to bookmark the link below to see a Gatlinburg Sunrise or Gatlinburg Sunset. Gatlinburg Tennessee, a Live Webcam shot of Mt. Leconte (elevation 6,593 ft.) in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The view is looking to the Southeast From Elk Springs Resort, Gatlinburg, TN.
Camera located atop “Almost Heaven” - 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths, Sauna & Home Theater Room.
You can view our Gatlinburg webcam live 24 hours a day at: Gatlinburg Webcam
Latest Gatlinburg Ski Report
| Base |
48″ – 78” |
| Primary Surface |
Machine Groomed |
| Secondary Surface |
Packed Powder |
Ober Chute
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Open |
| Upper Bear Run |
Open Open |
| Castle Run |
Open |
| Alpine Way |
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| Cub Way |
Open |
| Ski School |
Open |
Grizzly
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| Mogul Ridge |
Open but not groomed |
Lift Ticket: $30; Ski Rental: $17; Ski School: $15
Today - Friday 6pm - 10pm Session
For more information on Ober Gatlinburg, call 436-5423
Ski Report - Gatlinburg
OBER GATLINBURG SLOPE REPORT
Gatlinburg Ski Report - 12/15/2008
OBER GATLINBURG SLOPE REPORT
WEATHER: 57° - Overcast
| Base |
12” – 18” |
| Primary Surface |
Machine Groomed |
| Secondary Surface |
Loose Snow |
Ober Chute
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Open