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Happy Thanksgiving! An Update from Great Smoky Mountains Association
November 2007

Welcome to the Nineteenth Edition of the Great Smoky Mountains Association Online Newsletter. We hope you will enjoy the latest news from the Smokies as well as information about interesting people, places, and things to do!

In This Issue
  • GSMA's Fabulous New Topo-Model of the Park!!
  • Colors Peaking at Lower Elevations
  • Wildlife Photographer Signs Books at Sugarlands!
  • New Park Logo Vest
  • Guide to Hiking the Appalachian Trail
  • New Park Logo Fleece Jacket

  • Colors Peaking at Lower Elevations

    Fall colors will be at peak this week at the lower elevations of the Smoky Mountains.

    In a spectacular "long goodbye" the oaks this year are continuing to hold their beautiful golden and red colors for a long time -- nearly three weeks later than usual.

    Get a jump on controlling those added pounds you'll pick up at Thanksgiving by walking around the park and enjoying this late and prolonged color.

    Suggested hikes: Rich Mountain Loop, Chestnut Top Trail, Smokemont Loop.


    Wildlife Photographer Signs Books at Sugarlands!
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    Famous wildlife photographer Bill Lea will sign books at Sugarlands Visitor Center on Friday, November 23 from 9 am to 1 pm.

    He will be signing his new books: Cades Cove -- Window to a Secret World and Cades Cove -- Dream of the Smoky Mountains.


    New Park Logo Vest
    gsmnp vest

    Our super soft sport fleece vest just may become your next best friend.

    Embroidered with the Great Smoky Mountains National Park logo, it looks great, feels great, and protects you even in wet weather.

    Loaded with special features like hand-warmer pockets and waist cinches to lock out the cold.

    Available in green and navy in sizes Small - XX Large.


    Guide to Hiking the Appalachian Trail

    This brand new guide details all 72.4 miles of the Appalachian Trail through Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

    Published by GSMA, the folder includes a large scale (34" long!) full-color topo map of the Smokies AT, complemented by a 32" long trail profile chart.

    A narrative describes landmarks along the way. Also included are photos of all 12 camping shelters and information on facilities and regulations. Folds down to handy pocket size (4" x 8 1/2").


    New Park Logo Fleece Jacket
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    Stay warm and look cool at the same time!

    Support the park and encourage others to as well by wearing your social responsibility on your chest.

    This cozy Columbia brand jacket is embroidered with the Great Smoky Mountains National Park logo and will keep you safe and cozy even in wet weather.

    Absolutely machine washable. Stuff one in your pack with a good rain jacket and you're ready for the high country!

    Comes in navy blue and natural green with nice pockets. S-XXL.


    GSMA's Fabulous New Topo-Model of the Park!!
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    Sharon Ryan and Steve Kemp, both GSMA employees, admire the new map.

    An amazing state-of-the-art map of Great Smoky Mountains National Park commisioned by GSMA has just been completed.

    This topographic model was made by combining satellite imagery, computer modeling, advanced laser technology, and digital photography.

    Produced in 3-D, the map shows the entire park and is so detailed you can see the runways at McGhee Tyson airport, the fairways on local golfcourses, and the roof of the Lodge on Mt. Le Conte.

    To enjoy the map, visit our Sevierville Visitor Center store on Highway 66, 1.25 miles from Interstate 40, Exit 407. We're sharing a new building with the Friends of the Smokies and the Sevierville Chamber of Commerce.

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