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]

Shenandoah National Park Stroll back in time with Jeff Alt to the original Stony Man Camp

WHAT: Jeff Alt will lead a historical time travel to meet George Pollock who ran Stony Man Camp before Shenandoah became a National Park. Learn the unique history of Massanutten Lodge at Skyland. Come prepared for a short stroll. This is based on the award-winning book, The Adventures of Bubba Jones: Time Traveling Through Shenandoah National Park. Book signing following at the Skyland gift shop. FREE to park visitors.

WHEN: Sunday 7/21/2024 2pm-3pm

WHERE: Skyland Lodge, Skyline Drive, Mile 41.7, Shenandoah National Park, VA. Meet in front of Skyland Lodge Gift Shop

Shenandoah National Park – Stroll back in time with Jeff Alt to a CCC camp and meet the President

WHAT: Jeff Alt will lead a Historical time-travel event to meet FDR and the CCC boys. Meet at Byrd Visitor Center. Come prepared for a short stroll. Based on the award-winning book, The Adventures of Bubba Jones: Time Traveling Through Shenandoah National Park. Book signing following at Byrd Visitor Center. FREE to park visitors.

WHEN: Sunday 6/23/2024, 2pm-3pm

WHERE: Byrd Visitor Center, Skyline Drive, Mile 51, Shenandoah National Park, VA