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Greetings!
 
Tennessee River Gorge Trust's Fall 2009 newsletter can be viewed at the following link:
 
 
**Some users have had to click, 'Refresh the Page' to get to our newsletters.  If you have trouble, then please visit www.trgt.org, click on 'News and Events,' 'Newsletters and Annual Reports,' 'Fall 2009' - and you will be taken to the newsletter.  If you would prefer to receive a hard copy of the newsletter, then please e-mail sarahq@trgt.org 
 
We have many exciting events coming up, so please take a minute to find out what free and low-cost activities you and your families might enjoy this fall season!  Pay special attention to the special offer from the Arts and Education Council.  We just received word that they are offering a $10 special on tickets to "A Sense of Wonder," which will be performed next Thursday, October 29 at the UTC Fine Arts Center, to all Tennessee River Gorge Trust members.  This event is not listed in our newsletter, but you can see details below. 
 
In this issue: 
  • The Trust Hosts the Wild and Scenic Environmental Film Festival on Friday, November 13 and Sunday, November 15! 
  • Gear Up for the Gorge Raffle - Win sweet outdoor gear and adventures!  Only three weeks to purchase your tickets!
  • A Dear Friend of the Trust, Alan Nichols, Will Be Missed 
  • A Farm to Table Dinner To Support Williams Island Farm
  • FREE!  Holiday Open House at the Pot Point Cabin  
  • THIS Saturday - Night Hike hosted by the Tennessee Aquarium 
  • The Strange Story of Deadman's Eddy
  • Inspire Your Kids to UNPLUG this Fall!
  • Volunteer Corner - Thanks to Chattanooga Gas, Tennessee River Rescue Volunteers, and Save the Date for our Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon in February! 
  • FLY LOCAL - and live the dream!  Need a special gift for an adventure lover this season?  Take advantage of the partnership between Lookout Mountain Flight Park and the Tennessee River Gorge Trust. 

Special Discount for TRGT Members: $10 Tickets to View "A Sense of Wonder," a Two Act Play about Rachel Carson, "The Patron Saint of the Environmental Movement"

Offered by the Arts and Education Council
When: Thursday, October 29, 2009 from 7-9 p.m.
Location: UTC Fine Arts Center
To purchase tickets, or for more information, please click on the following link:
Chattanooga Will Get Wild and Scenic in November! 
Fall Color
 
As you will see in the newsletter, the Tennessee River Gorge Trust is hosting the Wild and Scenic Environmental Film Festival at the Tennessee Aquarium on Friday, November 13 from 7-10 p.m. and will have a second, family-friendly viewing on Sunday, November 15 from 2-3:30 p.m. 
 
Tickets may be purchased by visiting www.tnaqua.org, click on 'Events' and then choose your desired date.  You will be prompted to enter payment info at that time.  (PLEASE NOTE: If you have upgraded to Internet Explorer 8, then you will not be able to access tickets in this manner).  However, you may also reserve tickets by calling the Tennessee Aquarium at 267-FISH or by calling the Tennessee River Gorge Trust office at 266-0314 ex. 5 (ask for Julie). 
 
Tickets Prices:
Friday, November 13, 7-10 p.m.
$15 for adults/includes refreshments and a cash bar
 
Sunday, November 15, 2-3:30 p.m.
$10 for adults/$5 for children 12 and under (price includes drinks, popcorn and storytelling by Jim Pfitzer)
Feel free to contact us with any questions regarding the newsletter, raffle, volunteer opportunities or upcoming events.
 
Best wishes!
 
Jim Brown, Executive Director
 
Julie Beach, Business and Development Director
 
Sarah Quattrochi, Outreach and Education Director