Smoky Mountain Outdoor Recreation Program

07/27/2019

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10/26/2012

Click on the link below to view the October Hiking Schedule.

October 20: The White River Dell Trail. We’ll meet in front of the HPER Building on UT campus and carpool to the trail.

10/26/2012

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10/26/2012

Rock climbing is a great way to stay in shape. Forget the gym for a day, take a trip out to The Obed with us Saturday at 12:00pm. We'll meet in the Neyland Stadium parking lot and leave via bus to the rock wall. Hope to see you there.

10/26/2012

If you need help finding your way around The Smokies, leave your email in the comments below and we'll add you to our contact group. Once you've been added, we'll send some helpful maps about The Smoky Mountains your way.

10/26/2012

It's almost time for SMORP’s trip to The Green River to watch Olympic kayaking. An event will be posted soon so you can RSVP a spot and chill with us.

Pilot Collective Media presents the highlights of the 2011 Green River Race. This year was a slug fest as all the heavy hitters were healthy and racing. The ...

10/26/2012

This was our last stop for the kayaking weekend. The crew had a blast kayaking at The Pidgeon River.

Pigeon River Gorge, TN in May 2010. 1800 CFS release.

10/26/2012

The Hiwassee River is an excellent river to try whitewater kayaking on. It's exciting, but a safe beginners river.

Cool water, fast currents and rock ledges make theHiwassee Riverthe perfectfamily adventure. The Hiwassee is a Tennessee State Scenic River and is simply beautiful and has enough whitewater to keep everyone interested but not enough where you need a guide. The Hiwassee River begins high ...

10/26/2012

Watch this video to learn how to roll your boat! Learning to roll is vital for all whitewater kayakers. Once you know this, you’ll never have to swim on the river if you flip upside down. It’s a safer and more enjoyable way to kayak once you’ve got this skill.

every roll that kayakers need to know

10/26/2012

Next weekend is all about kayaking! Stay tuned to see our adventures, come out with us on the next trip.

10/26/2012

Did you know the Great Smoky Mountains National Park was established in 1934 and is the largest national park east of the Rocky Mountains? Follow the link below to learn more interesting facts about The Great Smoky Mountains National park!

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10/26/2012

If you are interested in an exciting internship working outdoors on mountains and rivers with the SMORP crew, contact Alex Mokbel at [email protected] for more information.