Through slides & storytelling, Jeff Alt will take you along his 2,160-mile Appalachian Trail adventure filled with humorous, frightening, and inspirational stories including: bears, bugs, blisters, interesting characters, skunk bedmates, mice, and hilarious food cravings; all for a noble cause; based on his book, A Walk for Sunshine. He will share tips for your own outdoor adventures. (This program is recommended for 7th grade through adult. A Walk for Sunshine is adult nonfiction)
TRAVEL BACK IN TIME AT NEWFOUND GAP IN THE SMOKIES—A FUN PARK ADVENTURE FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY
Jeff Alt will take you back in time at Newfound Gap in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. He will share historical stories about the creation of Great Smoky Mountain National Park, including a visit with the president of the United States. You will meet a few legendary people who have walked the Appalachian Trail and more. Based on Jeff Alt’s books, The Adventures of Bubba Jones: Time Traveling through the Great Smoky Mountains and his Appalachian Trail book, A Walk for Sunshine.
Smokies Life Members Only
Branch Out events are offered exclusively to Smokies Life members. Please purchase a membership prior to joining this event.
Questions about this event? Call 865.436.7318 extension 257 or 349 or email: [email protected]
A Walk for Sunshine Appalachian Trail Show
Jeff Alt, a talented speaker, and award-winning author of A Walk for Sunshine, shares his 2,160-mile Appalachian Trail adventures with Shenandoah National Park visitors. Jeff uses humor and adventure in a story telling format. Timothy Seaman will accompany Jeff’s program with live music on the Hammer Dulcimer. FREE to park guests. Book signing following the program.
A Walk for Sunshine Appalachian Trail Show
Jeff Alt, a talented speaker, and award-winning author of A Walk for Sunshine, shares his 2,160-mile Appalachian Trail adventures with Shenandoah National Park visitors. Jeff uses humor and adventure in a story telling format. Timothy Seaman will accompany Jeff with live music on the Hammer Dulcimer. FREE to park guests. Book signing following the program.
A Walk for Sunshine Appalachian Trail Show
Jeff Alt, a talented speaker, and award-winning author of A Walk for Sunshine, shares his 2,160-mile Appalachian Trail adventures with Shenandoah National Park visitors. Jeff uses humor and adventure in a story telling format. His presentations involve music, slides, and personal narration. FREE to park guests. Book signing following the program.
Smoky Mountain Book Signing
Stop by Sugarlands Visitor Center and get a signed copy of A Walk for Sunshine or The Adventures of Bubba Jones for the adventurer on your holiday shopping list.
A Day in the Life of an Appalachian Trail Thru-Hiker
As part of the Great Smoky Mountain Association (GSMA) membership weekend. Jeff Alt will share stories and slides of his Walk for Sunshine Appalachian Trail journey.
Life Lessons from the Trail- Keynbote
A Walk for Sunshine Appalachian Trail Show
Jeff Alt, a talented speaker and award-winning author of A Walk for Sunshine, shares his 2,160-mile Appalachian Trail adventures with Shenandoah National Park visitors. Jeff uses humor and adventure in a story telling format. His presentations involve music, slides, and personal narration. FREE to park guests. Book signing following the program.
A Walk for Sunshine Appalachian Trail Show
Jeff Alt, a talented speaker and award-winning author of A Walk for Sunshine, shares his 2,160-mile Appalachian Trail adventures with Shenandoah National Park visitors. Jeff uses humor and adventure in a story telling format. His presentations involve music, slides, and personal narration. FREE to park guests. Book signing following the program.