Smoky Mountains Around Town May 2018

Smoky Mountains
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Photo: Ken Wayne Photograph
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What To See And Where To Be In The Smokies !
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Trolley Routes & Schedules
Inside on Page 11
Take a Class & Learn A Craft
Inside on Page 10
Local Area Map
Inside on Page 9
Gourmet Snowballs
Fresh ice shaved to perfection
with flavors like...
Cherry, Watermelon, Bananas
Foster and Praline Pecan
Top it off with condensed milk and
Fruit, Candy or Even Pop Rocks
Pigeon Forge Riverwalk Greenway
Trail Entrances: • Patriot Park • Butler Street at Ashley • Jake Thomas Road
water fountain, and a memorial dedicated to former City
Commissioner, English McCarter. The Pigeon Forge
Greenway is also a great way to enjoy the scenery of Little
Pigeon River.
The Riverwalk Greenway in Pigeon Forge features a nice
paved trail you can walk, run or bike. The Riverwalk Trail is
located on the east bank of the Pigeon River and is nearly two
miles long at this time.
The new Pigeon Forge Greenway runs alongside the Little
Pigeon River and stretches four miles from one end of town
to the other connecting beautiful residential areas and to
bustling commercial zones. Take a break from your run,
walk or biking venture at the Plaza at Butler Street and
Ashley Avenue. There you can access park benches, the
The Riverwalk Greenway is a beautiful spot for locals and
visitors alike to enjoy nature and serenity without ever
leaving the city. The path is lit at night and there are benches
to stop and enjoy the scenery.
Beginning Friday, May 18th, DLIA will host
Science at Sugarlands events in coordination
with the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Science at Sugarlands is a reoccurring event that
falls on the third Friday of each month starting in
May and going through October, from 1-3 PM.
Each month DLIA brings a regional scientist or
researcher in to give a talk about their research
and increase awareness of the biodiversity
around us. This event is free to the public and
family friendly. Please come out and join us to
learn more about life that surrounds us all!
Science at Sugarlands 2018 Dates:
1. May 18- Pollinator Garden Dedication (12-1
PM, Sugarlands Visitors Center front);
Biodiversity: 20 Years of the ATBI: Todd
Witcher, Discover Life in America (1-3 PM)
2. June 15- Unique Behaviors in Insects-
Fireflies and Others! Will Kuhn, University of
Tennessee
3. July 20- Smokies Spiders and their Kin:
Kefyn Catley, Western Carolina University
4. August 17- The Problems and Solutions with
our Hemlocks: Jesse Webster, GSMNP
5. September 21- Butterflies and Caterpillars in
the Smokies: Julie Elliott, Lepidopteran
Specialist
6. October 19- Beetles of the Smokies: Claire
Winfrey, University of Tennessee
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Kountry Antics
Crust and Crumb Bakers in Gatlinburg
Featuring Country Decor, Jams, Salsa
Handmake Soap, Cottage Candles
Crafts community in the Glades where you can find an everchanging
variety of fresh baked breads, cakes, pies and pastries.
They believe you deserve fresh food. Everything they bake is
made from scratch. Everything they sell is fresh. You'll never
buy day-old bread or bagels in their shop. All leftovers are
donated to local charities and service personnel.
Come visit them in the morning for coffee, bagels and pastries.
On the way home, stop in and pick up the fresh bread or tasty
dessert for your evening meal. They look forward to seeing you!
680 Glades Road, #3 Gatlinburg
(865) 640-1222 • www.crustandcrumbbakers.com
Come Browse Our Shop Filled With Treasures
(865) 436-0040
Arts & Crafts Community
600 Glades Rd., Suite 2, Gatlinburg
Judy Jones Potter y
A Gatlinburg Pottery Gallery
Crust and Crumb Bakers is a traditional Italian bakery. They
started baking bagels out of their home for the local Farmers
Markets back in 2015. From there, they opened a wholesale
facility in Gatlinburg, Tennessee where they expanded their
menu from bagels and hard crusted breads to a full line of
pastries, cookies, pies and cakes.
They specialize in old-world artisan breads, delicious desserts,
pastries, and pies. Their products are hand-crafted in small
batches and begin every day with premium ingredients and
carefully transform them into delectable desserts and artisan
breads. Their hand-made cookies, pies, and pastries are great
for holidays, special occasions, corporate meetings, or just a
great way to end the evening meal.
In January they opened their first retail location in the Arts &
Oh what a selection..Yum!
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• Lead Free • Wheel Thrown
• Microwave & Dishwasher Safe
"Browse and watch potter at work"
(865) 430-3472
In The Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community
530 Buckhorn Road, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Smoky Mountains Arts & Crafts Village
170 Glades Rd . 865. 436. 2363 cell 404. 216.
2118
all supplies furnished - two or three hour classes
Anakeesta Raises Money for Friends of the Smokies
Residents of Cocke, Hamblen, Jefferson and Sevier Counties got a
chance to enjoy Anakeesta earlier this month while helping to raise
money for a worthy cause. An entry fee of $5.00 per family raised
over $5,500.00 for Friends of the Smokies during the parks local
appreciation days.
Bob Bentz, Managing Partner of Anakeesta presented a check to
Jim Hart, President of Friends of the Smokies and Lauren Gass,
Special Projects Director.
“We are blessed to have such a precious national treasure located
right here in our own back yard and are proud to support Friends of
the Smokies,” said Bentz. “All of us at Anakeesta feel a strong
connection to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and are
honored to assist with fund raising efforts.
Friends of the Smokies is an official nonprofit partner of The Great
Smoky Mountains National Park and raises monies to support
critical park programs and maintain the Smokies as a crown jewel
of the National Park Service.
Safety First When Riding Your Bike
Your vacation to the Great Smoky Mountains, Pigeon Forge
and surrounding areas should be an exciting, enjoyable time
filled with wonderful memories. To ensure a great experience
practice a few safety precautions – especially when cycling.
• Obey traffic signs and signals. State law requires bicycles
follow the road rules of all other vehicles on public roads
• Always ride with traffic –NEVER against oncoming vehicles
• Follow lane markings – ride in designated lanes, use correct
turn lanes, obey “one-way” and “no-entry” posts
• Never pass on the right side of a vehicle
• Keep watch behind you for oncoming traffic
• Be ready to brake and both hands on handlebars
• Always wear a helmet
• Do not ride with headphones
• Use hand signals to indicate turning and stopping
• Use lights at night – wear reflective clothing and helmet
• Dress for the weather. Wear padded gloves and appropriate
shoes to protect feet. Layer clothing and take a poncho
• Stay on the bike trails where possible
Anakeesta is an exciting new major attraction for our area and we
are very grateful they have chosen to make this generous
contribution to support Friends' efforts to preserve and protect the
Smokies,” said Hart. “They clearly recognize the importance of
caring for these beautiful mountains.
Anakeesta is a Gatlinburg theme park dedicated to creating a
unique, authentic, entertaining and memorable outdoor family
experience. Guests of all ages enjoy outdoors activities including a
scenic Chondola ride, tree canopy walk, treehouse playground,
memorial forest walk, shops and dining all set against the beautiful
backdrop of the National Park.
The Smiths
The Unique, The Unusual and the Hard-to-Find
• Handmade Knives
•Scrimshaw in Ancient Ivory
Unusual Antiques & Oddities
from Remote Corners of the World
865-436-3322
Map Locator #
www.TheSmithsShop.com on Page 6 21
680 Glades Road, # 2 • Gatlinburg
Dog Boarding
Dog Day Care
Dog Grooming
Open 11 till 10 - Sunday 12 till 6
Serving The Area for over 10 Years
The ORIGINAL Ship Crew Is Back
Happy Hour 4-7
Full Menu • Appetizers • Salads
Over 40 Drafts To Choose From
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170 Glades Road, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
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We are located on highway
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traffic light #3 in Gatlinburg
Open all year round
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Some tourist don't stay in a place this nice!
2159 East Parkway,Gatlinburg,TN 37738
Reservations Are Highly Encouraged

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Check Out The New Talent Coming To The SMSWF
By Cyndy Montgomery Reeves
www.smswf.com
New #1 hit songwriters coming to the
Smoky Mountain Songwriters Festival
the third weekend in August this year are:
Brady Seals, yes from the legendary
Seals family. You could say that music is
“in his blood,” as he is related to
numerous industry heavyweights
including Jimmy Seals (Seals & Crofts),
Dan Seals (England Dan & John Ford
Coley) and country songwriters Troy
Seals (Songwriting Hall of Fame
Member) and Chuck Seals.
Brady is probably best known for his
tenure in Little Texas and as front man for
the dynamic country “super group” Hot
Apple Pie. During his six years as
keyboardist and co-lead singer for the
multi-platinum group Little Texas, they
were voted the ACM's “Vocal Group of
the Year” and received two Grammy
nominations. Little Texas celebrated
three consecutive number one hits with
“What Might Have Been,” “God Blessed
Texas” and “My Love,” all of which
Seals co-wrote, granting him the ASCAP
“Triple Play Award.”
Rafe Van Hoy co-wrote the Tammy
Wynette/George Jones duet "Golden
Ring." Wynette also recorded Van Hoy's
songs "Cheatin' Is," "Right Here in Your
Arms," and "You Never Cross My
Mind." Additionally, Van Hoy penned
"Can I See You Tonight" (Tanya Tucker);
"Hurt Me Bad (In a Real Good Way)"
(Patty Loveless); "Lady Lay Down"
(Tom Jones); "Old Flames Have New
Names" (Mark Chesnutt); "Sail Away"
(the Oak Ridge Boys); Baby I Lied”
(Deborah Allen), “I'm Only in It for the
Love” (John Conlee), “I Wish That I
Could Hurt That Way Again” (T. Graham
Brown), “What's Forever For” (Michael
Martin Murphey), and songs recorded by
Bobby Bare, Elvis Costello, Emmylou
Harris, Conway Twitty, LeAnn Rimes,
and Dwight Yoakam.
Buddy Cannon active since the late
1970s known primarily for his work as
Kenny Chesney's record producer, for
Buddy Cannon
which he won the Academy of Country
Music's Producer of the Year award in
2006. Cannon's songwriting ability
turned the head of CMA's 1976
Entertainer of the Year, Mel Tillis, who
promptly signed Buddy as a songwriter.
During their eleven-year association,
Tillis recorded several of Cannon's
songs, including the popular “I Believe In
You,” which went to the top of the charts
and was also recorded by Englebert
Humperdink.
During his six-year stint at Mercury,
Cannon was instrumental in bringing
such stars as Twain, Cyrus and Sammy
Kershaw to the label. Cannon produced
several Number One hits for Kershaw
during this period, including “She Don't
Know She's Beautiful,” “National
Working Woman's Holiday,” and
“Cadillac Style”, as well as several more
Kershaw hits which reached the Top Five
position on the charts.
Along with his work with Sammy
Kershaw, George Jones (“High Tech
Redneck”), John Michael Montgomery
(“The Little Girl”), Chely Wright
(“Single White Female”), and a 17 year
run as producer for Kenny Chesney
(“Young”, “A Lot Of Things Different”,
“She Thinks My Tractor's Sexy”, “There
Goes My Life”, “The Good Stuff”,
“Somewhere With You”, “You And
Tequila”), Cannon has also produced
projects for Jamey Johnson (“The
Dollar” & “Living For A Song – A tribute
To Hank Cochran”) Sara Evans (“No
Place That Far”) and Joe Nichols
(“Tequila Makes Her Clothes Fall Off”).
Cannon has been the producer of choice
for several recent recording projects by
his hero Willie Nelson which Cannon
proclaims to be one of the major
highlights of his career.
His own impressive personal song
catalog includes classic hits like Vern
Gosdin's “Set 'Em Up Joe,” “Dream of
Me”, and “I'm Still Crazy,” Billy Ray
Cyrus' “She's Not Cryin' Anymore,” and
George Strait's “I've Come To Expect It
From You,” and, most recently, Strait's
record breaking 53rd number one song
“Give It Away” which was named Song
Of The Year at the 2007 Academy Of
Country Music Awards.
Public invited. There will be over 150
free live music shows in over 10 venues
in Gatlinburg, TN at the 7th Annual
Smoky Mountains Songwriters Festival
Aug. 13-22, 2018. Songwriter
opportunities are available for those of
you who are songwriters or who want to
become songwriters.
The lodging facilities found on the
www.SMSWF.com website supporting
the festival are offering a special
discounted rate for rooms during the
festival. When making reservations tell
them you are with the Smoky Mountains
Songwriters Festival. Once you make
reservations to be at the festival to enter
the Win A Weekend Getaway in
Gatlinburg for two nights. All you do
to enter the drawing is answer two
questions.
Go to www.SMSWF.com for details.
Any questions contact the SMSWF at
smswf@yahoo.com or please call
865-604-9066.
Why Japanese Women Stay Slim and Don’t Look Old
Japanese is a beautiful culture and
peaceful people. An archipelago
made up of four major islands and
over 6000 minor ones, Japan is
h o m e t o a w i d e r a n g e o f
geographical, cultural and
historical diversity. Japanese
women are known to be delicate,
slim and youthful, and the life
expectancy of Japanese people is
the highest in the world. This is
due to Japanese culture, and the
lifestyle choices they make. Their way of life has been perfected
through generations and they view it as something normal.
Unlike an individualist Western country, the Japanese take pride
in belonging to a group and functioning together. Their lives are
embedded with being better in a group and they love the feeling.
The goal of the Japanese people is making their country a better
and more efficient place. Every single part of their day is
committed to efficiency, health, and improvement. To understand
the secret longevity of Japanese women, you have to study these
life components. Then you be able to see the bigger picture.
Drinking Green Tea - Green tea is thought to be the healthiest
beverage on the planet and has become renowned for its many
various health benefits. Used in China since the 8th century and is
made from un-oxidized leaves of the Camellia sinensis bush.
Green tea has long been used in many cultures for its various
medicinal properties. In Indian culture, it’s used to control
Rafe Van Hoy
Brady Seals
By Elizabeth Lilian
bleeding, support wound healing. It also aids digestion, improves
mental and heart health, and regulates body temperature. It’s full
of antioxidants and nutrients and has a powerful effect on health.
The leaves used to make green tea contain bioactive compounds
and phytonutrients like flavonoid and catechins. They are strong
antioxidants that can reduce inflammation created by free radicals
that can cause premature aging and various diseases. One specific
catechin found in green tea is epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG),
which has been a popular focus of study due to its potential health
benefits. EGCG is thought to support healthy arteries and lower
‘bad’ cholesterol. It can also reduce platelet activity that can cause
blood clots, and even protect the cells against cancer by
suppressing the production of tumors.
Green tea also contains caffeine and the amino acid L-theanine,
two compounds that can improve brain function. Regularly
drinking green tea has also been linked to a reduced risk of stroke,
diabetes, heart disease and Alzheimer’s. To maximize the benefits
of green tea, aim to drink 2 to 3 cups per day. Available in
supplement form but best not to exceed 750 milligrams a day.
Fermented Foods - The process behind fermented foods is an
ancient practice and full of all sorts of health benefits.
Fermentation is a metabolic process that uses natural
microorganisms like bacteria or yeast to feed on sugars and
starch. This process preserves the food and creates beneficial
enzymes, B-vitamins, omega-3 fatty acids, and probiotics.
Popular fermented foods are sauerkraut, kimchi, yogurt, tempeh,
pickles and miso soup. Fermented beverages like kombucha or
Gatlinburg’s Largest Collection of Antiques
You owe it to yourself to stop by our antique shop in Gatlinburg for the
best selection of antiques, collectibles and antique furniture in the area
373 Parkway, Gatlinburg • (865) 325-1411
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Mine For Your Fortune!
You’re never too old
to play in the dirt
and find some treasures
Fun For The Whole Family !
Old Smoky Gem Mine
968 Parkway, #1, Downtown Gatlinburg
(865) 436-7112
(Located between lights #8 & #9 across from Ober Gatlinburg - Parking located in Elks Plaza)
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Original artwork in various mediums,
reproduc ons and scenic photography
Handmade jewelry, vintage glass and gi s
Greenbrier Pottery available here!
Linda is o en ‘at the easel’ crea ng art. Come and browse our gallery
680 Glades Road #5, Gatlinburg • 865-430-8777
SALE SALE SALE
Every Second Monday...
Smoky Mountain Songwriters Nite
Neesee on the keyboard
Hear Neesee Wednesday - Sunday & Local Ar sts Monday & Tuesday
Hundred of Flavors to Choose From
Open Daily 3 pm
Where The Locals Go !
Look For Our 150' Lighted Tree
Free Parking On 2 Levels
Easy Handicap Access
Jams • Jellies • Honey
Sauces • Rubs • Relishes
Pickled Vegetables
Appetizers • Salads • Soups • Entrees
Italian Dishes • Daily Specials • Desserts
Full Bar Service • Free Parking • In House Catering
Pet Friendly Sports Porch!
1654 East Parkway (Next To Dollar General)

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By A. Jann Peitso
Things Just Aren't the Way 'They Used To Be'…according to
some visitors as they travel the 8 mile loop through the Great
Smoky Arts & Crafts Community.
One has to ask in return, “When was Used To Be” for you?
My “Used To Be” and a forty year old's remembrances of times
past are totally different. Ask local folks about the Loop around
Glades and Buckhorn roads and how things “used to be”.
Gerald Moyers will tell you that Glades Road used to be a dirt
road with clouds of dust being kicked up like a storm when
someone drove a bit too fast on a hot, dry summer afternoon.
Firefly Glass Studio used to be a rather large greenhouse but now
houses Gerald's daughter, Nancy's fused glass studio equipped
with a kiln.
Drive The Loop a bit farther and you come upon Make It Magic.
The old farmhouse actually used to be two cabins, one
disassembled and moved here from Anderson County,
Tennessee and the other from Virginia.
Things sure aren't like they used to be. At the corner of Glades
and Buckhorn sits G. Webb's Gallery.
Now Bause Watson used to live there before the Webbs
purchased the property and some folks say that “crafts used to be
sold off the front porch”. You have to go inside now to view and
purchase the watercolor works of G. and his daughter, Cami.
Crafts & Gifts
Hand-Crafted in the
Smoky Mountains
Used To Be mud puddles “big as a house and deep as a pit” in
front of stores and homes along the now-designated Tennessee
Heritage Arts & Crafts Trail that we call “The Loop”.
Mr. John Cowden used to work in wood before he passed away.
Used to be a wood spirit carver on Buckhorn but he quit the
carving business and started driving a taxi in Sevierville. Used to
be a man from “the landed gentry of Virginia”, as he told
everyone, and he made clay tiles for tabletops. Beautiful work,
but after six months he decided to return to his gilded roots of
Virginia, never to be heard from again in our land of “used to
be's”. There are many tales and questions of what and who used
to be. Today, we are living in someone's “used to be” time.
How many years before the young people of today will reminisce
about 2018 being their year of fondest memories In The Loop
and wonder what happened to those people and places that used
to be here?
The Loop of the future will be different from the Loop of today,
which is for certain. A sure bet also will be that someone will
navigate through the loop and proclaim, “This is not how it used
to be”!
No, our future is not how it used to be, but it might be better, just a
bit different, In The Loop.
A. Jann Peitso, art!
www.ajannpeitsoart.com
170 Glades Road, Gatlinburg • 865-436-2363
Sparky’s Glassblowing
Ask About Our Glassblowing Classes!
Come and watch
Gary at work!
Gary Will Make You A Special Glass Piece
For Your Loved Ones Ashes
Glassblowing at its best!
Beautiful, handcrafted blown & sculpted glass
(865) 325-8186
www.sparkysglassblowing.com
Smoky Mountains Art’s & Crafts Community
849 Glades Road (Covered Bridge Complex)
We Loan On Anything of Value!
Great Selections On New And Pre-owned Valuable Items
Gold • Diamonds • Guns
We specialize in handmade soy candles,
soaps, and fragrant air fresheners
(865) 325-8142
Located at the Covered Bridge in the Glades
Gatlinburg's Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community
Misty Mountain Soap Co.
A Healthier Choice In Skin Care
Natural Soaps, Lotions & Bath Products
Hand Crafted In Our Shops!
www.mistymountainsoap.com
601 Glades Road (Morning Mist Village)
849 Glades Road (Covered Bridge Complex)
Park Announces Synchronous Firefly Viewing Dates
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
officials have announced the dates for firefly
viewing in Elkmont. Shuttle service to the
viewing area will be provided on Thursday,
June 7 - Thursday, June 14. All visitors wishing
to view the synchronous fireflies at Elkmont
must have a parking pass distributed through
the lottery system at www.recreation.gov.
Every year in late May or early June, thousands
of visitors gather near the popular Elkmont
Campground to observe the naturally occurring
phenomenon of Photinus carolinus, a firefly
species that flashes synchronously.
The lottery was open for applications from
April 27 until April 30 at 8:00 p.m. Results of
the lottery will be available on Wednesday,
May 9. A total of 1,800 vehicle passes will be
available for the event which includes: 1768
regular-parking passes (221 per day) which
admit one passenger vehicle up to 19’ in length
with a maximum of six occupants, and 32
large-vehicle parking passes (four per day)
which admit one large vehicle (RV, mini-bus,
etc.) from 19’ to 30’ in length, with a maximum
of 24 occupants. Lottery applicants must apply
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Nature lovers, hikers and outdoors enthusiasts unite for
Wilderness Wildlife Week in Pigeon Forge!
From educational programs designed specifically for the
youngsters to guided hikes into the Great Smoky Mountains for
the more adventurous folks, Wilderness Wildlife Week offers a
variety of programs for all ages and interests. What better place to
celebrate the features, creatures, and cultures of Great Smoky
Mountains National Park than in the Center of Fun in The
Smokies?
This spring celebration of the great outdoors is free and open to
the public Seminars and workshops are offered daily at the
LeConte Center.
Young Experts Program - A major addition to this year’s
Wilderness Wildlife Week is the Young Experts Program. This
special incentive program has been designed to provide youth
ages 12 and younger an immersive and unique way to learn about
wildlife, wilderness, old-time arts, area history, Appalachian
culture and to connect to the great outdoors. More than 125
classes and excursions are available in this inaugural year.
Session attendance and participation also allow each youth
participating the opportunity to receive credit to redeem for free
gifts for participating in the program. Gifts include coloring
for either a regular-parking pass or largevehicle
parking pass and then may choose two
possible dates to attend the event over the
eight-day viewing period.
The lottery system uses a randomized
computer drawing to select applications. There
is no fee to enter the lottery this year. If
selected, the lottery winner will be charged a
$20.00 reservation fee and awarded a parking
pass. The parking pass permits visitors to park
at Sugarlands Visitor Center and occupants to
access the shuttle service to Elkmont.
Parking passes are non-refundable, nontransferable
and good only for the date issued.
There is a limit of one lottery application per
household per season. All lottery applicants
will be notified by e-mail on May 9 that they
were “successful” and awarded a parking pass
or “unsuccessful” and not able to secure a
parking pass.
The number of passes issued each day is based
primarily on the Sugarlands Visitor Center
parking lot capacity and the ability to
accommodate a large number of viewers on
site. Arrival times will be assigned in order to
relieve traffic congestion in the parking lot and
also for boarding the shuttles, which are
provided in partnership with the City of
Gatlinburg. Shuttle buses will begin picking up
visitors from Sugarlands Visitor Center
parking area at 7:00 pm. A $2.00 round-trip,
per-person fee will be collected when boarding
the shuttle. Cash is the only form of payment.
PLEASE
Don’t Feed The Bears
Wilderness Wildlife Week
May 8 - 12
books, teddy bears, Frisbees and other special prizes and treats.
Complete information will be available in the Event Program
Guide and at Information Desk during Wilderness Wildlife Week
First-Ever Film Race Competition - Another major addition for
this year’s Wilderness Wildlife Week is the first-ever 48 Hour
Film Race. The total prize money up for grabs in the contests and
categories is $1,500. Please note this is a family-friendly event
and entries featuring profanity or nudity will not be accepted.
For the 48 Hour Film Race, the contest theme will be announced
during Wilderness Wildlife Week at 10 AM on Tuesday, May 8 in
Greenbriar Hall C. Those participating have until 10 AM on
Thursday, May 10 to submit their short films (no longer than 3
minutes) for judging and showcasing. All submissions will be
shown with winners announced beginning at 4:45pm on
Saturday, May 12 in Greenbriar Hall C.
Wilderness Wildlife Week Photography Contest Goes to Digital
Display Format - For our photography friends, there are some
major changes for this year’s photography contest. For the first
time ever, submissions for the contest will be digital only. What
this means is the contest will no longer display printed images for
judging and will be a Digital Display Photography Contest. This
change has been made for a myriad of reasons as we know it will
make the contest easier and more affordable to enter.
Additionally, the categories and submission guidelines have also
changed. Additionally, there will be special physical
photography displays you do not want to miss!
Wordsmiths of the Smokies: A New Programming Track - As a
way to celebrate those who use the art of spoken and written
words, Wordsmiths of the Smokies is a special programming
tract celebrating authors, storytellers, and poetry of the Great
Smoky Mountains. This special series is set for Saturday, May 12
in North 2AB. For a complete schedule of programs in this series,
please see the Saturday program schedule. 800-251-9100
Steaks • Escargot • Lobster • Shrimp • Tilapia • Prime Rib • Trout • Pork • Chicken
Pasta • Appetizers • Soups • Salads • Desserts • Kids Menu • Full Cocktail Service
Shuttle service is the only transportation for
visitor access during this period, except for
registered campers at Elkmont Campground.
Visitors are not allowed to walk the Elkmont
entrance road due to safety concerns.
Vi s i t o r s m a y v i s i t t h e w e b s i t e a t
www.recreation.gov and search for “Firefly
Event” for more information and to enter the
lottery. Parking passes may also be obtained by
calling 1-877-444-6777, but park officials
encourage the use of the online process. The
$20.00 reservation fee covers the cost of
awarding the passes, viewing supplies, and
nightly personnel costs for managing the
viewing opportunity at Sugarlands Visitor
Center and Elkmont.
www.nps.gov/grsm/learn/nature/fireflies.htm

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2986 Teaster Lane - May 18 - 19
The Smoky Mountain Powersports Expo features every
major category of Powersports equipment and
accessories, including motorcycles, ATVs, UTVs,
personal watercraft, snowmobiles, Jeeps, and so much
more! Join us at the LeConte Center in Pigeon Forge for
fun in the dirt, mud, water, or snow!
Yellow Mustang Show
Featuring Groceries from Central America
Great Selection of:
• Chile Peppers
• Salsas
• Plantain Chips
• Mango Products
• Spices
• Fresh Vegetables
• Beverages
951 East Parkway Gatlinburg
119 Christmas Tree Lane in Pigeon Forge - May 3 - 6
If you love the Smoky Mountains in early summer and
bright beautiful colors then make your way to Pigeon
Forge Tennessee for this first May weekend and take in
the Annual Yellow Mustang Registry.This annual event
located at The Christmas Place Inn on the parkway in
Pigeon Forge is a celebration of Fords “pony” car. View
over 70 mustangs dating back to the 60’s to current
models all the while taking a stroll down memory lane.
Enjoy meeting new friends and getting reacquainted with
old friends. (865) 868-0525
600 Glades Rd #10 Gatlinburg
Critical Health News
Live Music & Tasty Food Make a Great Combination
Five Star Rated Hot Dogs, Chili & BBQ!
865-325-1004
Join us for snacks, songs & shade!
968 Parkway, Downtown Gatlinburg (In the Elks Plaza)
Chevy Classic Round Up
Springtime in Pigeon Forge is a beautiful time to
visit and it is also a great time to visit the Annual
Tri-Five show celebrating the American icon
classic Chevrolets from 1955-57. See over 100
modified and restored Chevys. Event location
is The Inn at Christmas Place Pigeon Forge.
Music and Food vendors will also be on site.
(865) 868-0525
119 Christmas Tree Lane - May 17 - 20
I don’t usually eat grapefruit, but every once a
while I’ll get the urge to take a bite or two and as
soon as the lip puckering tang gets in my mouth,
I’ll remember why I don’t like the stuff.
Apparently I’m not alone. Google “I hate
grapefruit” and you’ll get nearly 578,00 hits!
According to a poll of 8,066 respondents taken
on the website Amplicate, 26 percent were
grapefruit averse, many of whom would no
doubt concur with the American playwright
Harry Crews who wrote in his biography that
when he first tasted the sour fruit, “I only had to
touch my lips to my piece to know something
was wrong, bad wrong.”
The grapefruit, which has been around for a
couple of hundred years is the accidental love
child of two types of citrus, the pomelo and the
sweet orange which were inadvertently
hybridized by Caribbean farmers in the early
1700’s. It’s Latin name “citrus paradisi” (citrus
of paradise), refers to its tropical origins and it’s
the only citrus fruit that did not originate in Asia.
Originally called “The Forbidden Fruit”,
possibly as result of its manmade, supposedly
non-divine origins, it got the name “grapefruit”
in the middle of the 19th century in reference to
the grape like cluster in which it grows in.
While the taste may be intolerable, grapefruits
contain a lot of nutritional and medicinal value.
They’re loaded with electrolytes like potassium
and magnesium for energy. They’ve got folate
and Vitamin B5 for the skin and digestive tract.
They’re also one of nature’s richest sources of
immune boosting Vitamin C. Eating grapefruit
is a great weight loss strategy too. They’re full of
fat busting enzymes and filling fiber, they’re
naturally low in calories and for over 80 years
they’ve been cornerstone of The Hollywood
Diet, a high protein eating protocol that
recommends consuming some form of
grapefruit at every meal.
One of the most therapeutically significant
phytochemicals in grapefruit is called
naringenin, a substance that has been touted for
it anti-inflammatory, and pain relieving
properties. An article in the July, 2016 edition of
the Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry calls
naringenin a “promising component to
treat…inflammatory pain”. Research published
in Journal of Natural Products in July, 2015,
By Pharmacist Ben Fuchs - www.criticalhealthnews.com
found that the medicinally active plant chemical
inhibits damage caused from solar radiation and
concluded that using it “may be a promising way
to control skin disease”. According to a study
published in August 2010, researchers from
Hebrew University in Jerusalem reported that
naringenin increases insulin sensitivity,
improves fat burning biochemistry and may
hold promise for diabetics as a natural
compound for improving blood sugar control. A
curious property of naringenin is its ability to
interact with certain prescription drugs. It slows
down detoxification of pharmaceuticals in the
intestine and liver, interfering with their
breakdown, potentizing them and extending
their duration of action. This effect is prominent
with calcium channel blockers, anti-histamines,
anti-anxiety drugs and the hormone estrogen.
Also, some cholesterol medications are
particularly prone to potentiation by the plant
chemical. According to the textbook an
“Introduction to Pharmaceutical Sciences”, the
bioavailability of three top selling statin drugs,
Mevacor, Lipitor and Zocor can be enhanced by
up to 1500%!
Grapefruits are also rich in medicinal
substances that may protect against cancer
including limonene, lycopene and quercetin.
They’re a source of beta carotene, a Vitamin A
precursor an anti-oxidant important for eye
health. Even the inedible components can
provide important therapeutic benefits; the peels
contain bromelain, an enzyme that can improve
protein digestion and can be used topically as a
skin peel, and the seeds are partially composed
of sterols, vitamin E and minerals all of which
combine to deliver a notable anti-oxidant and
anti-bacterial punch. Cut a grapefruit in quarter
and drop into a blender, peel, seeds and with a
few cups of water and you can make your own
pre-meal digestive support beverage or blend
some up with coconut oil for anti-bacterial skin
smoothing cleanser or makeup remover.
Music In The Mountains Spring Parade
Proudly the largest liquor store and selection in Sevier County since 1983.
Epi’s Fine Wines & Spirits of Gatlinburg, TN offers a huge selection of liquor,
spirits, high-gravity beer and wines from local and around the world.
We have convenient, unlimited and free parking. www.episliquor.com
At traffic light #3 in Gatlinburg turn onto Rt. 321. Go 2.7 miles and we’re on the left.
1359 E. Parkway, Gatlinburg • 865-436-5287
Pontiacs Classic Car Show
303 Henderson Chapel Rd - May 31 - June 2
The Bonneville. TheFirebird. The classic GTO.
Pontiacs from every generation will be in town at the
Music Road Hotel & Convention Center for the
Annual Pontiacs in Pigeon Forge Car Show & Swap
Meet.
This show will include a free cookout on Friday for
all pre-registered participants and a night cruise on
Saturday. All proceeds from the event will benefit St.
Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
www.pontiacsinpigeonforge.com
Pigeon Forge Parkway - May 4
The Music in the Mountains Spring Parade
will showcase the rich musical heritage of
the Great Smoky Mountains while
spotlighting the variety of entertainment
provided by the many theaters located in
the popular vacation destination. Theaters
located throughout the city will have the
opportunity to give parade attendees a
glimpse of their respective shows.
We are honored to announce that Cal
Ripken, Jr., a member of the National
Baseball Hall of Fame and chairman and
cofounder of Ripken Baseball, will serve
as parade grand marshal this year. The
Ripken Experience Pigeon Forge, a $22.5
million local youth baseball facility,
opened on March 9, 2016.
Along with high school marching bands,
dance groups, choral groups, and baton
twirlers will be invited to march. Parade
registration also is open to others who wish
to celebrate the area’s musical roots.
To register for Pigeon Forge’s Music in the
Mountains Spring Parade or more info visit
MyPigeonForge.com/parade.

Around Town Page 6
By Danny Lewis
As I was doing my
morning devotion, I was interrupted by this
strong impulse from above to do something
I've never done before. So I called the
Gatlinburg Fire inspector and shared with
him what had happened and asked what
area or place or people had needs and that I
wanted to help. Anyway, I soon learned that
one of the schools here, a Jones Cove
Elementary had many needs.
I drove out to meet some of the staff and the
very nice principal Rodney Helton. So I
told him that Jesus had put this in my heart
to help do something to raise money for
whatever they may need...bare in mind I
have never done anything like this before.
I first thought of Dolly and all the
wonderful things she's done for so many
here that I wanted to do something in her
name to honor her...so.. I came up with this
idea..to have a Coat of Many Colors hand
made and shadow boxes and being an
Gatlinburg Pickers
Townsend Spring Festival & Old Timers Day
May 4 - May 5
If you’re looking for a time or a reason to
come to Townsend, TN, every spring the
Wilderness Wildlife Week
May 8 - May 12
A week long celebration of the Smoky Mountains
featuring guides hikes, classes, history, art and music.
From educational programs designed specifically for
the youngsters to guided hikes into the Great Smoky
Mountains for the more adventurous folks,
Wilderness Wildlife Week offers a variety of
programs for all ages and interests.
This great outdoors event is free and open to the
public. Seminars and workshops are offered daily at
the LeConte Center.
Native American Legacies
• Books
• Jewelry
• Moccasins
• Beaded Jewelry
• Flutes
town holds its annual Spring Festival &
Old Timers Day. And if you’re looking
for a melting pot of bluegrass, clogging,
arts & crafts, BBQ, storytelling, and
woodcarving, then you’ve come to the
right place. All come together in a
cornucopia of events and festivities at the
foot of The Great Smoky Mountains.
Bluegrass music (concerts & jam
sessions), clogging , arts and crafts, BBQ
and other vendors, Appalachian skills
demonstrations, storytelling and
wildflower walks. Parking on premises
• Drums
• Artwork
• Silver Jewelry
• Rugs
• And Much More
Let's Get Together And Help Protect...our Children
auctioneer I will auction it off to the highest
bidder along with as many applicable items
as we can get ..and or check..cash..etc..and
100% will go to install a security camera
system as they have no way of knowing
who's coming or going in and around the
school. And as you know in this world
today there can't be enough protection.
So let's get together and help protect...OUR
CHILDREN. Drop off center is to be at one
location which is across the street from
Hillbilly Golf. Checks are made out to
Jones Cove Elementary.
They can be mailed or dropped off at
American Sideshow, 373 Parkway
Gatlinburg, TN 37738. And you can call
me Danny at 423-432-9476.
Auction date is July 20 at 1:00 pm. Again,
every single dime given will go totally to
Jones Cove Elementary. This should be
fun...oh needing that special person to
make the coat of many colors...size about
like a second grader..then I'll shadow box it
and have your name done in a bronze style
plaque in your honor...so thanks all...
American Sideshow Antiques - 373 Parkway, Gatlinburg - 865-325-1411
cost benefits Townsend Volunteer Fire
Department. Alternatively, FREE shuttle
service is available to take people
between stops through out Townsend,
starting and ending at the Townsend
Visitor’s Center.
Bring your lawn chair and enjoy genuine
bluegrass music, arts and crafts, food,
and Spring festivities for the entire
family at the Townsend Visitor’s Center.
Townsend Visitor’s Center
7906 E. Lamar Alexander Pkwy
A r st T ed Wolff
H as S olely H andcra ed E ach K nife and S heath
MANY STYLES AND TYPES
HANDMADE IN TENNESSEE
Open Monday - Saturday
www.blackwolff.com
170 Glades Rd., Suite 2, Gatlinburg
Shine and Dine On Bruce
May 5 - 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Moonshine margaritas,
maracas, and the Smoky
Mountains mean one thing –
it’s “Cinco in the City” for our
5th annual fundraiser for
S e v i e r v i l l e C o m m o n s
Association. Many of the best
local food and drink vendors
i n o n e l o c a t i o n . A r e a
restaurants and distilleries
serving grub and shine all
evening.
Come early to hear Ross Paul
Heatherly’s acoustic sound,
and stay ’til the sun sets as our
headliner, The Breakfast
Club, plays all of your
favorite 80’s hits.
Tickets are $30, and include
admission, food, drink, and
live entertainment from 4-
8pm. Under 21 or not into
cocktails? No problem – only
$20 will get you in, fed, and
entertained. All proceeds go
to support events and growth
in Downtown Sevierville.
Purchase tickets at the main
branch of Citizens National
B a n k i n d o w n t o w n
Sevierville till May 5th. Snag
those tickets quick because
this is one fiesta you won’t
want to miss.
Bruce Street Gazebo
136 Bruce Street -Sevierville
American Sideshow Antiques - 373 Parkway, Gatlinburg - 865-325-1411
www.ShaconageStoneArtandJewelry.net
Rainbow Falls Trail Project Continues
Steaks
Howard's Steakhouse has been in Gatlinburg since 1946 offering the traditional Howard’s menu. Seating is also
available outside next to a running stream. The bar is a long time locals favorite with a hometown atmosphere.
Catering
Available
The Wild Boar Saloon located upstairs offers a lighter fare with tavern style appetizers
and specialty bar drinks. Offering a great night life atmosphere and with Karaoke.
www.HowardsRestaurantGatlinburg.com
Where The Locals Go
Burgers
and much more
Seafood
(865) 436-3600
976 Parkway, Downtown Gatlinburg
Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials
announced that the second phase of a 2-year
trail rehabilitation project began April 16 on the
popular Rainbow Falls Trail. The trail will be
closed April 16 through November 15 on
Monday mornings at 7:00 am through Thursday
evenings at 5:30 pm weekly. Due to the
construction process on the narrow trail, a full
closure is necessary for the safety of the crew
and visitors. The trail will be fully open each
week on Friday, Saturday, Sunday and on
federal holidays.
"I encourage everyone to hike the trail this
season on the open days to see the
transformation taking place first hand,” said
Park Superintendent Cassius Cash. “It is truly
inspiring to see the craftsmanship our Trails
Forever crew brings into the design of trail
improvements. The rehabilitated sections are
not only more sustainable and safer for hikers,
but they blend naturally into the landscape.”
The Trails Forever crew will continue to focus
rehabilitation efforts on several targeted
locations along the 6-mile trail to improve
visitor safety and stabilize eroding trail
sections. Rainbow Falls Trail is one of the most
popular trails in the park leading hikers to
Rainbow Falls and Mt. Le Conte. The planned
work will improve overall trail safety and
protect natural resources by reducing trail
braiding and improving drainage to prevent
further erosion.
Hikers can still reach Mt. Le Conte, LeConte
Lodge and the Le Conte Shelter by using one of
the other four open trails to the summit
including Alum Cave, Boulevard, Trillium Gap
and Brushy Mountain. Mt. LeConte Lodge will
remain open and can be accessed from these
routes during Rainbow Falls closure.
The Mt. Le Conte backcountry shelter will be
closed to the public for eight, 7-night periods
beginning July 18 through October 24 to
accommodate members of the American
Conservation Experience trail crew working on
the rehabilitation project. For more information
on the shelter closure, please contact the
Backcountry Office at 865-436-1297.
Trails Forever is a partnership program
between Great Smoky Mountains National
Park and the Friends of the Smokies. The
Friends have donated over $1,500,000 to
support the program, in part through the
generosity of the Knoxville based Aslan
Foundation. The Trails Forever program
provides the opportunity for a highly skilled
trail crew to focus reconstruction efforts on
high use and high priority trails in the park
including the recently restored Alum Cave
Trail, Chimney Tops Trail, and Forney Ridge
Trail. The program also provides a mechanism
for volunteers to work alongside the trail crew
on these complex trail projects to assist in
making lasting improvements to preserve the
trails for future generations.
F o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n p l e a s e v i s i t
friendsofthesmokies.org/trailsforever/volunteer.

Page 7 Around Town
We Buy, Sell & Trade Guns
Now Available - New Gun Orders!
Valley Pools & Spas
Sales • Supplies • Service • Repair
Featuring Specialty Items Such As:
House Burger “The Blackened” hand pattied half pound
charbroiled with spicy blackened seasoning, swiss cheese,
tangy slaw and tomato on a brioche bun
Morning Mist Chicken grilled with granny smith apple,
gouda cheese and peach jalapeno jam on artisan bread
Cranberry Turkey Wrap with flour tortilla, cream cheese,
white cheddar, greens, pecan and cranberry jalapeno jam
Gathering of the People Pow Wow
Serving Sevier County Over 17 Years
Layaway Available / Jewelry Cleaning
We Buy Gold & Silver
We Loan on Anything of Value!
122 E. Main Street
Sevierville, TN 37862
@BestPawnSevierville Mon-Fri 9am-6:00pm Sat 9am-12noon
Hot Tubs
Swimming Pools
Game Tables
(865) 908-0025
3059 Birds Creek Rd, Sevierville
All are welcome at the Gathering of the People Pow Wow on May
18-19, at the Augusta Jewish Community Center in Evans,
Georgia. Experience a Southern (plains) Protocol Gathering of the
People. Admission, parking, camping and Saturday Camp Feed are
all free. Seating for the Gathering of the People Pow Wow is
limited, so bring your own folding chairs or blankets to sit on.
The Gathering of the People Pow Wow is a family oriented event,
so bring everyone. Enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of the pow
wow, with native dancing, singing, crafts and food.
Pow Wow Schedule (subject to change)
Friday - 7:00 pm – Intertribal Dancing
Saturday - 1:00 pm – Gourd Dance
3:30 pm – Intertribal Dancing
5:30 pm – Camp Feed
7:00 pm – Grand Entry &
Intertribal Dancing
11:30 pm – Midnight Auction
Pow Wow Head Staff
Head Singer: Monsenjour Johnson – Mt Pleasant, SC
Head Man: Chris Robbins – KC, MO
Head LadyL Shana Lang – Cairo, GA
Head Gourd: Kevin O’Neill – Roanoke, VA
Master of Ceremonies: Jim Anderson – Brooksville, FL
Arena Director: Jim Charlton – St Petersburg, FL
Facility Coordinator: Linda Randall
Vendor Chairman: Julie Craig
Vendors/Traders
Free with Raffle Item
Reserve your spot today!
Vendor Contact:
Julie Craig 828-226-4053 talimah@aol.com
Location:
Augusta Jewish Community Center
898 Weinberger Way
Evans, GA 30809
(706) 228-3636
For more information:
Barry Rogers (Chairman): 706-678-1017 otter@nu-z.net
Cades Cove Overnight Experience
Join Friends of the Smokies for a special fundraiser to explore
America’s most-visited national park. Enjoy your choice of Classic
Hikes of the Smokies, see spectacular Cades Cove, and experience
the rich natural and cultural history of Great Smoky Mountains
National Park.
Monday, June 11th
-Afternoon hike to Abrams Falls (5 miles)
-Social cocktail hour and meet and greet with National Park staff
-Dinner at Miss Lily’s
-Overnight lodging at the Talley Ho Inn
Tuesday, June 12th
-Breakfast
-Guided Excursions:
Option 1: Rich Mountain Loop (8.5 miles)
Classic Hikes of the Smokies
Visit John Oliver Cabin, one of the oldest structures in the national
park. Smokies author and hiking expert Danny Bernstein will lead
this hike.
Option 2: Gregory Bald (11.4 miles)
Witness the vividly colorful azaleas and sweeping vistas of this
grassy bald, which is home to the original Appalachian Trail. Steve
Pierce, who has hiked all 900 miles of trails in the park, will lead the
hike. $350 single/$500 couple
Event price includes two guided hikes, lodging, cocktail hour,
dinner and breakfast. Space is limited. Register online at
Hike.Friendsofthesmokies.org. For questions please contact
Marielle@friendsofthesmokies.org, 828-452-0720
Thank You
Hidden Hills Animal Rescue would like to thank the following
local businesses for their support:
Crystelle Creek Restaurant
1654 East Parkway, Gatlinburg
Foot Gear
1004 Parkway, #301, Gatlinburg
Ober Gatlinburg
1001 Parkway, Gatlinburg
Misty Mountain Soap
601 Glades Road, (Morning Mist Village) Gatlinburg
849 Glades Road, (Covered Bridge) Gatlinburg
The Smiths
680 Glades Road, #2, Gatlinburg
Kountry Antics
600 Glades Road, # 2, Gatlinburg
Fowler’s Clay Work
1402 E. Parkway, #10, Gatlinburg
Jim England Restaurant Group
Best Italian & Howards Steakhouse, Gatlinburg
Gatlinburg Elks Lodge #1925
968 Parkway #7, Gatlinburg
Chef JDs LLC
600 Glades Road #4, Gatlinburg
Hello Friend (Osiyo Oginali)
There was a colony of ninety-six which was producing
between three and four thousand pounds of honey per year
and bringing the apiarist ant annual income of up to five
thousand dollars. In the fall of 1990 the bees became infected
with both Varro and Tracheal mites at the same time and
reducing the number of colonies to nine by April 1991 and
reducing the apiarist's income from honey and other bee
products to zero. This story has been repeated hundreds of
times in Cocke County and thousands of times throughout
the South.
Honeybees are the only controlled source of insect
pollinators for many farm crops and fruits. Before the bloom
of an apple tree can become an apple it must be visited by a
honeybee that has crawled down into another apple tree
bloom and ACCIDENTLY covered her body hair with pollen
from other apple blooms and as she crawls over the bloom of
our future apple the small grains of pollen ACCIDENTLY
fall from her body to fertilized our apple bloom and start a
future apple. The honeybee knows not what she has done
ACCIDENTLY, for she is searching for nectar, the sweet sap
secreted by the bloom, from which the honeybee makes
honey. Bee keeping was known to the ancients in early
Biblical times. The Meads gave their name to an alcoholic
beverage made from fermented honey, fruit juices, spices and
anything else that suited the whim of the maker and called the
product mead.
Cocke County moonshiners carried mead making a step
further by adding malt, meal and yeast to the mixture and
distilling the stuff into 100 plus proof “blue john”.
Coconut oil pulling is one of the best ways
to remove bacteria and promote healthy
teeth and gums. Proven to be more
effective than flossing.
Used primarily in Ayurvedic medicine, oil
pulling — known as gandusha in
Ayurveda — specifically coconut oil
pulling, is a fantastic oral detoxification
procedure that’s simply done by swishing
a tablespoon of oil (typically coconut oil,
olive or sesame oil) in your mouth for
10–20 minutes.
By Kathryn Sherrard
Everywhere you look in the Smokies it seems that bears are on
the move at this time of year. Most of the bears emerged from
winter dens in April. Since they do not eat during their winter
sleep, they are understandably hungry and they are busily
hunting for food. Not too much is available in spring, especially
in a cool spring like the one we are experiencing this year. What
are their food choices? They eat the tender green leaves, grasses,
and buds on trees and plants. Insects are becoming active, and
they will search for all of the tasty ants, larvae and grubs they can
find. These are all the natural foods that will keep bears healthy.
What does this mean for us? Because of their search for food,
and because bears can smell food from a mile or more away, they
are attracted to homes, picnic areas, and, unfortunately, to
garbage containers. It is absolutely vital that all of us who live or
vacation in bear country make sure that we are not guilty of
tempting bears by the careless handling of our food scraps and
other potential inducements. Here are four specific items that
can draw them into human spaces.
#1 is our garbage and trash, which can be deadly to bears. We had
two cubs a couple of years ago who had ingested trash before
being rescued and brought to ABR. One of them had to have
surgery at the UT College of Veterinary Medicine. Our food is
very bad for bears and can result in early death for a bear that
becomes “food conditioned” and seeks human food.
#2 is bird seed. A bird feeder full of black oil sunflower seed
contains over 1000 easy calories for a bear. Many of us enjoy
O i l p u l l i n g w o r k s b y c l e a n i n g
(detoxifying) the oral cavity in a similar
way that soap cleans dirty dishes. It
literally sucks the dirt (toxins) out of your
mouth and creates a clean, antiseptic oral
environment that contributes to the proper
flow of dental liquid that’s needed to
prevent cavities and disease.
Like the rest of us, the honeybee is an immigrant to the shores
of the United States. The so-called native bees living wild in
hollow trees, cliffs or clustered in laurel beds are descendants
of honeybees brought to our shores by early settlers in the mid
sixteen hundreds. They too are fast falling victims to mites.
The sale of honey, beeswax, bees, bee equipment and
pollinations service once provided a substantial source of
income for Cocke County bee keepers. Now the ancient art of
bee keeping is in danger of becoming a lost art.
A few years ago, Cocke County was leading producer of
Sourwood Honey, a spicy tasting, clear amber colored honey
produced from the bloom of the sourwood trees. This honey
is much in demand by local people as well as tourists and
commands a premium price as well as blue ribbons when
entered in the Cocke County Fair. The supply of this “Nectar
of the Gods” is growing to a trickle because there are so few
bees to gather the nectar.
Cocke County Bee keepers seem to have developed a sort of
wait and see attitude until they learn to live with the mite or
apiculture research offers hope or eradicating the
microscopic immigrant.
“As told to me by my uncle”.
“Do na da go hv i” (Till we see each other again)
Designs by Matoka
Shaconage Stone Art and Jewelry
170 Glades Road, #15, Gatlinburg - 865-719-3999
www.ShaconageStoneArtandJewelry.net
heart disease, Reduce inflammation,
Whiten teeth, Soothe throat dryness,
Prevent cavities, Heal cracked lips, Boost
the immune system, Improve acne,
Strengthen gums and jaws.
It’s even been reported to help with TMJ
symptoms. So if you’re looking for whiter
teeth, there is no better, safer whitening
practice than coconut oil pulling, which
has a host of benefits beyond making
those teeth look great.
draxe.com/oil-pulling-coconut-oil/
This unbelievably effective procedure has
been used for centuries as a traditional
India remedy to: Treat tooth decay, Kill
bad breath, Heal bleeding gums, Prevent
Appalachian Bear Rescue
watching and feeding birds, but in bear country we should not
leave bird feeders out during the spring and summer, when bears
are active.
#3 is pet food. Dog and cat food is appealing to bears. If you feed
your pet outside, be sure to bring in the food dish when your pet
has finished with it. Better yet, always feed your cat or dog inside
the house.
#4 is barbecue grills. We all enjoy cookouts during the summer,
but the smell of grease on the grill beckons to bears. When you
finish grilling, clean your grill thoroughly and then spray it with
apple cider vinegar, which will neutralize the grease odor and
make it less of an enticement to bears. Don't worry, when you
fire up your grill again the vinegar smell will disappear!
If you will take these steps to avoid attracting bears you will be
doing your part to protect these icons of the Smoky Mountains.
Thank you!
Now for the ABR news – in April we received an injured yearling
bear, the first of the 2018 season. A female, she is ABR bear #267
and was nicknamed “April.” April Bear was injured when she
was hit by a car while crossing the Spur between Gatlinburg and
Pigeon Forge. She was taken to the UT College of Veterinary
Medicine where they found that she had broken ribs.
As is often true with cracked ribs, the vets prescribed several
weeks of rest for April Bear while giving her pain and antibiotic
meds. ABR has a Rehabilitation building at the facility, which is
where April Bear has been recovering from her injuries and
eating plenty of nutritious foods to help her to gain strength and
regain her health. She has made great progress and the curators
are hoping that in a few more weeks she will be ready to resume
her life in the wild.
You can follow the progress of April Bear and any more cubs or
yearlings we may admit by visiting our Facebook page:
facebook.com/AppalachianBearRescue. Photos are posted
e v e r y d a y. Yo u c a n a l s o v i s i t o u r w e b s i t e a t
www.appalachianbearrescue.org and our blog at
abrblog.wordpress.com.
If you are in Townsend, please stop by our Visitor/Education
Center in the Trillium Cove Shopping Village on East Lamar
Alexander Parkway. It is open Tuesday through Saturday from
10 to 4; closed Sunday and Monday. We'd love to see you there!

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We are surrounded by toxic chemicals in the environment all
around us. One of these pollutants is mercury which is a
biological toxin that can be lethal. Mercury binds easily to fatty
tissue especially in the kidneys, liver and brain. It can
accumulate in high concentrations weakening these organs and
causing severe harm. One of the best detoxifying agents to
prevent mercury build-up is the mineral selenium.
Most people have elevated concentrations of mercury in their
body. Mercury competes with other essential trace minerals at
cellular binding sites. A deficiency of trace minerals can readily
allow mercury to accumulate in and contaminate cells by
inhibiting their natural energy producing abilities, blocking
enzymatic activity and shutting down antioxidant systems.
How Are We Exposed to Mercury?
Aside from industrial pollution, major mercury contaminants
in our environment are sourced from fish, vaccinations,
processed food and dental fillings. A 2009 study published in
the Journal of Environmental Health showed evidence that
mercury cell chlor-alkali chemicals are used in the
manufacturing of food color additives such as FD&C Yellow 5,
FD&C Yellow 6 and high fructose corn syrup.
Selenoprotein enzymes are generated by the body by
incorporating the trace mineral selenium into proteins. These
enzymes function like antioxidants, destroying free radicals
thus limiting oxidative damage. They also stimulate thyroid
function and optimize the immune system. But many people
have too much mercury in their body. When mercury binds to
selenium, the production of selenoproteins is reduced. This
promotes immune dysfunction and abnormal thyroid function.
Selenium Is a “Mercury Magnet”: It has a powerful affinity
for binding toxic agents in the body and neutralizes their
harmful activity. When mercury and selenium bind, this new
compound cannot be absorbed by the body so it is removed as
waste. This strong interaction greatly benefits total health and
serves as one of the best strategies to remove accumulated
mercury from fatty tissue in areas like the brain.
Supporting the production of this antioxidant enzyme is
essential for human health. We must include a surplus of
selenium in our body to reduce mercury levels. It is critical to
consume more selenium and less mercury for this to occur.
Mercury contamination from food, vaccines, dental amalgams,
or whatever the source might require you to increase selenium
consumption up to 1000 mcg each day.
Anti-Inflammatory Roles of Selenium: Selenium stimulates
a variety of antioxidant pathways in the body and also reduces
inflammation, regulates the immune response, and improves
blood flow. Selenium can be one of the most potent sources for
reducing inflammation. This is an important consideration for
individuals struggling with an autoimmune problem, which
includes patients with HIV and life-threatening sepsis.
Supplementation with selenium has been shown to enhance the
natural antioxidant defense system of cells. The activity of NFkappaB
(nuclear factor kappaB), known to trigger a chronic
inflammatory response, can be suppressed using selenium.
Supplementation has also been reported to decrease the
concentration of immune-trafficking components of
lymphocytes called L-selectin. These adhesion molecules give
By Jim Yonan PER
How y'all doin?
Springtime is coming to the mountains. Has been a busy month at Elks Lodge.
We have been distributing shoes to schools for children that can use a new pair.
It is one of our programs to help OUR community.
With help from locals we are able to do this every year. One picture is from
Pittman Center School with officer Miller, Rylee and Megan Ownby and
Jimbo. A picture from Caton's Chapel school with officer Huskey, Carla Miller,
Jimbo and Dave Gray. Is a great feeling helping people. WE are honored to be
able to help.
We were able to help the cub scouts with a check for $500 to support their troop.
Pictured are 3 scouts, Sherri Webb, Jimbo and Amanda Roberts Bales. Glad we
could help them too.
Farmers market is coming back to covered bridge on May 12th on Glades
Road. Hope to see you there.
Hug someone today. It helps. Have a great month.
Love, Jimbo
Gatlinburg Elks Lodge #1925
Why Japanese Women Stay Slim and Don’t Look Old
Continued from Page 3
Aside from adding “good” bacteria to the gut, fermented foods
also increase levels of vitamin A and C and make foods more
digestible. This way, you can remove toxins from the body, and
eliminate anti-nutrients that interfere with the absorption of
healthy vitamins and minerals.
Fermented foods have been linked to such health issues as
ulcerative colitis, irritable bowel syndrome, allergies, diabetes,
obesity, cognitive function and even mental illnesses. A popular
choice of fermented food in Japan is natto, made by fermenting
soybeans. Natto contains a very powerful probiotic called
Bacillus subtilis, which has been shown to support the immune
system and aid digestion of vitamin K2. Nattokinase is also
beneficial, which is an anti-inflammatory enzyme thought to
contain cancer-fighting properties.
Not only are fermented foods extremely healthy, they can be
made very simply. Kombucha can be made by fermenting black
tea with sugar, sauerkraut is made by just fermenting cabbage
with salt. You can also pickle any vegetable of your choosing by
adding vinegar or sugar.
Popular Seafood - A wide array of seafood is enjoyed in Japanese
cuisine, and many different types of squid, fish, octopus, eel, and
shellfish can be found in most daily meals. Seafood is a common
ingredient in sushi, salad, curry and tempura. It can also be grilled
and served on its own alongside rice and miso soup.
Seafood is a rich source of nutrients full of protein, vitamins, and
minerals like B and D vitamins, omega-3 fatty acids and much
more. Low in saturated fats, the greatest health benefits of a diet
Selenium, A Unique Trace Mineral That Provides Powerful Cancer Prevention
inflammatory T-cells the green light to leave the bloodstream Other excellent sources of selenium include pasture-raised
By Dr. David Jockers
and bind to tissues in the body resulting in a heightened eggs, mushrooms, shellfish, meat (including organ meats), as
DC, MS, CSCS
inflammatory response.
well as seeds.
Selenium is also very important for healthy fertility. Selenium
is incorporated in the sperm mitochondrial capsule and may
affect the behavior and function of the sperm as they move
through the vaginal canal. Optimal levels of selenium help to
improve the sperm viability and support fertility.
How Selenium Fights Cancer: Selenium acts a bit like a
mechanic in how it works. It binds protective antioxidants like
glutathione to areas of DNA that need repair. This process
reduces the damage to cellular DNA and is especially important
to reduce cancer growth, improve the aging process, and
prevent against many degenerative diseases.
Research has been shown that selenium can contribute to
natural antioxidant pathways which stimulate apoptosis (cell
death) in human cancer cells. It has also been found to reduce
metastasis in skin cancers such as melanoma.
Many selenoproteins remain largely unknown in the full extent
to which they help fight disease. What is well understood is that
selenium maintains a healthy balance of reactive oxygen
species (ROS) and can prevent against metabolic
complications like diabetes and cancer.
Selenium Deficiency Linked to Thyroid Cancer:
Specifically, low selenium levels are associated with an
increased risk of thyroid cancer. This is due to the crucial role it
plays on protecting the thyroid gland from damage. The
incorporation of selenium into selenoproteins is essential for
optimal thyroid health and for the protective effects of these
antioxidant systems throughout the entire body. According to
the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the evidence is
strong enough to claim selenium plays a pivotal role in
carcinogenesis.
By supporting the repair of DNA, selenium is able to inhibit
tumors generated by abnormal cellular growth and
development. By removing hazardous agents from the body
and detoxifying fatty tissue, selenium supports a healthy
immune response to fight infection. Selenium treatment may be
an alternative method in the fight against cancer and may even
reduce mortality in many individuals struggling with chronic
and infectious inflammatory diseases.
Recommendations for Selenium Consumption: It is
recommended that one consume between 200-400 micrograms
of selenium daily. Although too much selenium is toxic, the
typical American consumes only 60 mcg each day. Long term
deficiency weakens immunity and increases the risk of disease.
Chronic fatigue, stunted growth, high cholesterol, liver and
pancreatic disorders, as well as cancer are among the list of the
most common problems and disorders associated with
selenium deficiency.
Reduce Your Exposure to Mercury: The high levels of
mercury circulating in water systems from industrial pollution
has led to controversy regarding fish consumption. A source of
mercury, fish is also an excellent source of selenium.
A report to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration by Dr. Nicholas Ralston showed that some
sources of fish have higher concentrations of selenium than
mercury. These include tuna, southern flounder, and wild
pacific salmon such as Sockeye, Coho and Chinook. The most
hazardous sources of fish included various types of shark,
tarpon and pilot whale.
Highest Sources of Selenium in Food: The best source of
selenium is found in Brazil nuts. A single Brazil nut alone
contains an estimated 50-75 mcg selenium. A small handful of
no more than 6 nuts will supplement the selenium you need for
the entire day.
high in seafood is the promotion of a healthy heart.
The omega-3 fatty acids found in seafood have many health
benefits. They’ve been shown to significantly reduce the risk of
cardiovascular events like arrhythmia, stroke, and heart attack,
are effective at relieving pain caused by rheumatoid arthritis, can
lower the risk of age-related macular degeneration, support
proper brain growth in babies and children, and even has the
potential to treat depression.
Seafood is high in nutrients that many people don’t get enough of,
and the fattiest types of fish like salmon, trout, sardines and tuna
are thought to be the healthiest because they contain higher levels
of fat-based nutrients. Two seafood dishes per week to gain
nutritional benefits.
Eating Smaller Portions - In Japanese culture, the phrase “ichijusansai”
or “one soup, three sides” is applied at meal times. So a
typical Japanese meal usually consists of a staple food like rice or
noodles. It is paired with a main dish such as fish, chicken, pork or
beef, with side dishes like pickled vegetables and miso soup. This
may sound like a large amount of food, but the portions are all
smaller-sized and based on seasonal ingredients. Japanese
etiquette dictates that different flavors must not touch each other
on the same plate.
Portion size is an important factor in maintaining weight and
receiving all the correct nutrition. For a standard meal of meat and
vegetables, dictate your portion sizes by looking at your hand.
The protein portion (meat, beans or nuts) should be the size of
your palm. For vegetables, one fist-sized portion should be
adequate and for salads, two fist-sized. Continued to Page 10
10 Tips to Reduce Mercury & Boost Selenium Levels
Naturally
1.Consume real foods rich in anti-inflammatory properties
2. Avoid vaccines
3. Eat 5-6 Brazil nuts daily
4. Eat only wild-caught fish with the best ratio of selenium to
mercury concentration
5. Do not get dental amalgams and remove existing ones (only
with a qualified biological dentist)
6. Enhance your body’s natural detoxification systems with
herbs like parsley and cilantro
7. Detox daily by consuming supergreens and chlorella and/or
spirulina
8. Hydrate with clean, filtered water
9. Take an effective detoxification supplement
10.Perspire in an infrared sauna
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in the Smokies
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Between Aunt Mahalia’s Candy & World of
Illusions traffic lights 6 & 8 (865) 436-4345
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Creating Unique Hand Crafted Jewelry
• Wire Art • Enamels
• Gemstones • Sterling Silver
At the Covered Bridge in The Glades info@thejewelryspot.net
849 Glades Road, Gatlinburg • 440-478-1841
The Ar tsy Olive
• Extra Virgin Olive Oils
• Balsamic Vinegars
• All Natural Sea Salts
(865) 254-8835
The Jewelry Spot
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www.theartsyolive.com
Located in the Arts & Crafts Community at Glades Village
680 Glades Rd #1, Gatlinburg
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170 Glades Road #30 Gatlinburg
sometimes simple is really good
Now Open
For Breakfast!
Delauders BBQ, 680 Glades Road at Blinking Light Behind Shops • 865-325-8680
Judy Jones Pottery
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865.430.3472
"Browse and watch potter at work"
www.judyjonespottery.com
In the Arts & Crafts Community 16
530 Buckhorn Road, Gatlinburg
To National Park
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Hotel
Airport Road
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Center
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Gatlinburg
LeConte St.
M & O St.
14
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David A. Howard
Artist
(865) 430-3387 10
www.dhowardpotter y.net
170 Glades Road, Suite 32, Gatlinburg
Watch Glass Artist J. Hills
Kaleidoscopes
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Jewelry
Art Glass
M&D Hills
Photography
Maples Lane
Riverside Road
www.ajannpeitso.com
Get On
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Call- 865-255-3557
Since 1998
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1065 Glades Road, Gatlinburg
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Entertainment
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3 pm
FOOT GEAR
865-436-2500 1
(Located behind Calhoun’s Restaurant)
1004 Parkway, #301 • Gatlinburg
Neil’s Gallery
Best Friend
To Newport
2 12
Judy Jones
Pottery
454 N.
16
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Buckhorn Road
Duck Pond Lane
Skiddy’s Place
Key
Pittman Center Road
Cardinal Drive
Birds Creek Rd. (Route 454)
1
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Glades
Village
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Hidden Hills Rd.
King Rd.
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3A
Artist Crafts
Village
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Glades Road
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Arts & Crafts
Community
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Duck Pond Lane
Watson Road
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Powdermill Road
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Post Office
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Upper Middle Creek Rd
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Originals, Canvas, Paper Prints
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4
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8
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Old Mill Rd
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Theatre
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Route 66
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Campbell Lead Road
Gatlinburg Bypass Road
Gatlinburg
Welcome Center
3
Route 66
Frances
Jake Thomas Road
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7
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Pine Mountain Road
1
Dolly Parton Parkway
Wears Valley Road
Titanic Museum
Little Pigeon River
Apple Valley Road
Forks of the River Parkway
To I-40
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Fowler’s Clay Works
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Covered Bridge in the Glades
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Heartwood Galleries
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Take A Class...Have Some Fun and Learn a New Craft
Zukes Woodworkz
Cliff Dwellers
Lorelei Candles
Firefly Glass Studio Sparky’s Glassblowing A. Jann Peitso, Art! Fowler’s Clay Works
Lorelei Candles - Dip Your Own Candle" every day except
Wednesday's & Sunday's - 865-436-9214 - 331 Glades Rd. -
choose from a variety of candle styles to dip for a small fee
Zukes Woodworkz - May 12, 1:00p - 4:00p - Call 865-
805-2614 - Located at 522 Buckhorn Rd. Class limited to 6
people. Build your own garden décor wheelbarrow approx. 18”
long. See our Facebook page for more info.
Cliff Dwellers - Pat Thomas May 27 & 28. 865-436-6921,
668 Glades Rd - marble a beautiful silk scarf! All materials will
be provided. Before the workshop, a 14" x 72" silk scarf will be
dyed & prepared for you. All you have to do is choose your
favorite colors & pattern from sample scarves. You will have
guidance & help to create your own original marbled silk scarf.
You will receive easy instructions to complete the process after
class so your marbled scarf will be colorfast & washable. Make
one for yourself or a gift for someone special! 1 or 2 people
10a-11:30; 12p - 1:30; 2p - 3:30; 4p - 5:30
Firefly Glass Studio - Offered Daily - 865-206-6083 -
Located 830 Moyers Drive. "You Create" experience in fused
glass. Fused glass is a fun, forgiving medium for all ages.
Choose from several reasonably priced projects such as a trinket
tray, ornament, magnet or pendant. Upon completion, your
masterpiece will be fired in a kiln at 1500 degrees and shipped.
Sparky’s Glassblowing - Classes daily from 9-4. By
appointment only, please call 865-325-8186. Must be 18 years
of age and older. 849 Glades Rd, #1C4.
A. Jann Peitso, Art! - Offers 2 hour watercolor classes, all
artist grade materials furnished. Call 865-436-2363 for details
and to schedule painting time when it is convenient for you.
Children's painting activities available when Jann is in the shop.
Located at 170 Glades Rd #3.
Fowler’s Clay Works - Make a mug experience runs several
days and times a week, stop by the shop, Facebook message us,
or email fowlersclayworks@outlook.com. We are located at
1402 East Parkway, Unit #10.
Never Paint Your Nails Again!
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Why Japanese Women Stay Slim and Don’t Look Old
Continued from Page 8
Before you eat, notice how hungry you really
are. It’s best to adopt a mindful approach to
eating. When you sit down for a meal, do so
without distractions like TV. Eat slowly and
savor every bite, putting your cutlery down
every few mouthfuls to slow your pace even
further. This enables you to eat slower and pay
more attention to what your body is telling you.
Walking is a Ritual - Walking in Japan is a
wonderful way to discover and explore the
country. Not only do Japanese people prefer to
walk in the overcrowded cities to minimize
traffic congestion, walking can also be
considered as a Buddhist ritual. Around 90
million people in Japan consider themselves to
be Buddhists, and as such many of them
undertake the practice of walking meditation.
Walking meditation is an easy exercise to do as
it doesn’t require any fancy equipment, you just
need a comfortable pair of shoes and you’re
good to go. It involves deliberately thinking
about each step, instead of just walking on
autopilot as you normally might. So as you
walk, focus on lifting one foot, moving it
forward, and putting it down on the ground.
Then focus on lifting the other foot, moving it
forward, and taking the next step. Notice how
your body weight shifts as you begin to walk
forward, and simply go forward.
While it might feel pretty ridiculous to do, in
practice it is simply going for a slow walk, and
paying close attention to each movement.
Integrating this practice into your daily
schedule will benefit you in many ways.
Walking is a weight-bearing exercise, and can
increase heart and lung fitness, reduce the risk
of heart disease and stroke, improve
management of various conditions like high
blood pressure, high cholesterol, muscle and
joint pain and diabetes.
Walking for at least 30 minutes a day can help
you gain strong bones, improve your balance,
increase muscle strength and endurance, and
help you lose or manage weight. Just walk!!
Eating on the go is a no-no - Eating on the go is
one of the biggest mistakes you can make when
it comes to healthy eating. In Japanese culture,
it’s considered impolite to eat while you are on
the go, whether you’re walking on the street or
using public transport.
They believe eating is a sacred time to refuel
and energize the body, and as such, they devote
time to every meal to sit down and focus on
food. When we walk or move around, our brains
are distracted by doing two (or more) things at
once. Because of this, we don’t notice the
signals our body sends us that tell us we’re full.
Eating mindlessly means we can’t keep track of
the food we’ve eaten, which is why we can eat a
whole bag of crisps while watching TV, without
even realizing it.
To eat mindfully, ask yourself these questions:
am I tasting each bite? How does my body feel
right now? Full, or still hungry? Am I finding
joy in this food, or am I regretful? Eating
mindfully has even been believed to help
psychological food disorders like binge eating
and bulimia. Continued attempts at mindful
eating will allow you to reconnect with your
body’s cues, building a better relationship with
yourself. You will also be able to manage your
emotions better, as overeating can often come
about from stress, depression or anxiety.
Healthy Cooking Methods - When food is
cooked, a large portion of nutrients can be lost
depending on the technique used. The healthiest
ways to cook are largely used in Japanese
cuisine. Generally, there are four main cooking
methods. Agemono is the most prominent way,
and is similar to deep-frying but uses healthier
batter like tempura. They also have
mushimono, which is food prepared by
steaming; nimono, boiled food; and yakimono,
which is a form of broiling.
eliminates the need for any additional fat to be
used during preparation. Steaming preserves
nutrients better than other methods, and it’s a
perfect choice for cooking fish and other
seafood because it doesn’t dry out the flesh.
Steaming is a quick, easy way to prepare a
whole meal from the meat to the vegetables,
using a bamboo steamer or a saucepan.
Broiling is a method of cooking that is often
forgotten, though it’s one of the healthiest.
Using this method is similar to grilling food in
an oven, the only difference being that the heat
comes from below when grilling, and from
above when broiling. This is a dry-heat method
of cooking, so no water or oil is needed. Lean
cuts of meat like beef and chicken broil well,
especially when marinated first or basted while
being cooked to ensure it doesn’t dry out.
Vegetables such as bell pepper, zucchini and
onion are also delicious when cooked this way,
and you can use this method on most food.
Boiling your vegetables may sound boring, but
this cooking method is actually full of health
benefits. Boiled vegetables are fat-free because
they aren’t cooked in anything but water, and
adding them to your diet can assist in weight
loss. They’re also full of fiber and are easily
broken down in the stomach, which can ease
pressure on the digestive system. Boiling can
also aid in preventing kidney stones. This is
because the process removes a large percent of
oxalates from foods. They are compounds that
play a key role in kidney stone formation.
Hot Spring Baths - Natural hot springs, also
known as onsen, are hugely popular in Japan.
There are various types of hot springs,
distinguishable by the minerals dissolved in the
water, with each mineral providing a different
health benefit. Hot springs are believed to have
a relaxing effect on the body and the mind. They
can be outdoors or indoors, mixed gender or
separate. Hot springs may be publicly
accessible or belong to a ryokan, which is a
Japanese style hotel.
Soaking in hot springs is known as
balneotherapy and is a practice that has many
health benefits. It can relieve stress, pain, skin
issues and can and promote sleep. Bathing in
hot springs can boost circulation, as your skin
soaks up minerals such as calcium, magnesium,
niacin and sodium bicarbonate. This can
increase blood circulation and oxygen flow to
the muscles, like when you exercise. This is
beneficial in keeping your heart and other vital
organs healthy and strong.
Healthy Desserts - In Japan, dessert is used as a
chance to cleanse and freshen the palate after a
meal, rather than enjoying a heavy, sugar-laden
snack. Japanese desserts often include fruits
and have been developed over centuries by
using available ingredients like rice and sweet
beans so they are usually very low in sugar.
One popular dessert in Japan is mocha, which is
a rice cake made by pounding a particular style
of rice – mochigome – until it becomes doughlike
and sticky. Mochi can be stuffed with
various fillings like sweet red bean paste,
strawberries, and even ice cream. Dorayaki is
another healthy dessert made from castella (a
Japanese sponge cake) and topped with
ingredients like chestnuts and whipped cream.
In Japan, fruit sandwiches, green tea meringue
cookies, and squash or pumpkin pie are also
popular dessert choices. There is no reason why
you can’t enjoy dessert after a meal, but Western
dessert tends to be high in refined flour, sugar,
caramel and other fattening ingredients, which
is where the unhealthy label comes from.
There are many ways to make dessert healthier
by swapping out the bad ingredients for the
good. Choose brown sugar rather than white,
whole-wheat flour instead of refined, cocoa
powder or cacao nibs instead of chocolate, and
use a milk substitute like almond, coconut or
rice milk in place of full cream milk. Making
simple choices like this will gradually improve
your health and your quality of life.
Steaming food is likely the healthiest option, as
it both cooks and seals in flavor, which
Newly Discovered Nazca Lines have been Hiding in the Desert Thousands of Years
Archaeologists in Peru have made a stunning discovery: over 50
previously unknown Nazca lines and some of them are centuries
older than the most famous of these magnificent desert drawings.
Most of these mysterious geoglyphs were created by the Nazca
people, who lived in the area from 200 to 700 CE. But the
researchers believe that some of the newfound ones were created
even earlier - by the Paracas and Topará people, who lived there
around 500 BCE to 200 CE.
The lines have been a fascination and wonder for decades.
Created by pushing aside the top layer of red desert pebbles to
reveal the pale layer underneath, these geoglyphs span vast tracts
of the Nazca Desert, between the towns of Nazca and Palpa.
Some of them form geometric shapes or simple lines, and some
are combined into elaborate depictions of animals and objects.
The most wondrous thing about these ancient symbols is that you
often can't see what they depict from ground level. You have to
get up in the air to discern the patterns, which is why their full
glory wasn't understood until after the invention of airplanes.
The earlier Paracas glyphs, on the other hand, were often laid
down on hillsides, which means that, from the right perspective,
they can be seen by people on the ground. They also often
depicted humans, in contrast to the more geometric Nazca
shapes.
Most of the newly discovered Paracas figures depict warriors,
and they predate the Nazca lines by centuries.
"This means that it is a tradition of over a thousand years that
precedes the famous geoglyphs of the Nazca culture, which
opens the door to new hypotheses about its function and
meaning," archaeologist Johny Isla of the Peruvian Ministry of
Culture, who is in charge of restoring and protecting the lines,
told National Geographic.
When a Greenpeace protest near the famous hummingbird glyph
damaged the UNESCO-protected area, Isla and his team received
a grant from the US government to aid in this important work.
But because the maps are so patchy, this work can be difficult, so
Isla teamed up with Luis Jaime Castillo Butters, a professor of
archaeology at the Pontifical Catholic University of Peru, to fill
out these maps.
By Michelle Starr
They worked with National Geographic Explorer and
archaeologist Sarah Parcak, who founded the GlobalXplorer
initiative. Like Zooniverse, this "crowdsources" science,
recruiting citizen scientists to look through satellite imagery to
find locations of potential interest - in the case of Peru, potential
archaeological sites, or instances of looting.
After the initial survey, Castillo physically visited the sites,
finding little of interest.
Then, the team imaged the sites with drones, using both
photography and 3D scanning - and revealed dozens of
geoglyphs nobody had noticed before.
Degradation and erosion over time had hidden these lines from
view - but with drones, which are more lightweight, affordable
and accessible than planes, they were discovered anew.
Although the new glyphs fall within the UNESCO-protected site
between Nazca and Palpa, they have yet to be registered with the
Peruvian Government. But they're not under immediate threat -
and the GlobalXplorer citizen scientists are continuing to find
sites of interest, which, if they turn out to be significant, may
expedite registration.
Meanwhile, satellite data can help protect the glyphs from
unplanned human encroachment, which is one of the biggest
threats they face - truck drivers notwithstanding.
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Heartwood Galleries
1450 E. Parkway
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
(865) 661-6207
www.heartwoodgalleries.com
“Your Art is Where Our Heart Is”
Largest selection of sculptured
wood artifacts in Galinburg
DIRECTIONS: In Gatlinburg turn onto Route 321 at traffic light #3.
Go 3 miles. We are on the right.
Neil’s Gallery
Best Friend
Located at the Covered Bridge in the Glades
Local Artist ...
Robert A. Tino
Originals, Canvas, Paper Prints
• Oil Paintings
• Acrylics
• Watercolors
www.neilsgallery.com 865-430-4029
849 Glades Road, 2B6 • Gatlinburg
By Chef JD
Hello my wonderful people!
Spring has been pretty normal, for once. However, it amazes
me how everyone forgets, hahaha. Spring has always been
chaos, warm, freezing, hot, snow, ice, warm... up & down...
Do you put your winter clothes away, do you start planting?
Mother Nature is just expressing her humor & soon we'll be
blessed by all her beauty that she offers to us for the summer.
In the mean time, below are recipes that you can enjoy now
and throughout the year.
Baked Popcorn Chicken
Oven 400°
Ingredients
·1 pound Chick Breast, skinless & boneless, cut up into 1”
chunks
·1/2 cup Crushed Corn Flakes
·1/2 cup Bisquick
·1 teaspoon Paprika
·Salt & Pepper for taste
Line a sheet pan with parchment paper
Combine dry ingredients
Coat chicken chunks; shake off excess, place on sheet pan
Lightly spray on cooking oil
Bake 25 minutes
Dipping Sauces: Honey Mustard, Ranch, Hot Sauce, or
maybe... one of my sauces from my store, hmm.
Ranch Guacamole
Ingredients:
·3 large Avocados, peeled, seeded & mashed
·1/2 cup Red Onion, diced
·1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro, finely chopped
·1 small Yellow Bell Pepper
·1 large Anaheim Chile, diced or teaspoon Anaheim powder
·2 tablespoons Lime Juice
·2 tablespoons Ranch Mix
·1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
·1/4 Sea Salt
Directions:
In a bowl: Add everything above, stir, cover & refrigerate for
about an hour.
Cheddar Bacon Dip
Ingredients:
·16 oz. Sour Cream
·2 tablespoons Ranch Mix
·1 cup Cheddar Cheese, shredded
·3⁄4 cup Bacon, cooked and diced
Direction:
In a non-metal bowl; Mix sour cream & ranch together
Add cheese, bacon, salt & pepper and stir in gently until well
blended
Refrigerate for at least an hour.
Please keep in mind that you can drop by my store and pick-up
mixes, sauces & marinades, let alone something to satisfy
your sweet tooth, and or, a gift for you or someone else.
600 Glade Rd. Gatlinburg, TN - ChefJDs.com (working on it)
Take - Care and I'll see ya'll soon!
Chef JD
Closed on Mondays
Come in
Enjoy FREE
tasting
of FUDGE or
samplings of Chef JDs
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Sauce & Marinade!
The Best Italian Bakery in Gatlinburg
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Smoking Bar
Beer To Go
680 Glades Road Gatlinburg (865) 640-1222 crustandcrumbbakers.com
Greenbrier Restaurant Completes Renovation
A r o m a n t i c d i n i n g
experience well known in the
Smokies for fine dining,
wonderful ambiance and
f u r n i s h i n g s , b e a u t i f u l
surroundings and spectacular
views atop the mountain in
Gatlinburg. Their food is
freshly prepared daily with
many unique dishes not
found elsewhere in the area
including their homemade
salad dressings.
The main log structure of the Greenbrier Restaurant was built in the late 1930s
They have appetizers, entree's, salads, soups, their own and enjoy the woodland view from floor to ceiling windows.
signature dishes and homemade desserts. They offer Lobster,
Shrimp, Trout, Tilapia, Prime Rib, Steaks, Chicken and Pork
They have FREE ample parking with handicap access. The dress
dishes as well as vegetarian offerings. steak and seafood
is casual, kid friendly and serving up some of the best steaks and
restaurants.
seafood in Gatlinburg. They can also host your private dinner
party for up to 25 people in the upstairs private dinning room.
With a full bar you can enjoy your favorite beer, wine, cocktail or
special drink. You owe it to yourself to stop by and enjoy one of
Greenbrier restaurant awarded "One of the Best Restaurants in
Gatlinburg's best
Gatlinburg for 2015" by itripvacations.
Please stop by and join them for a relaxing dinner or cocktails
370 Newman Road, Gatlinburg - 865.436.6318
www.greenbrierrestaurant.com
Pet Friendly Outside Deck, Pool Table & Kornhole Games
Directions: Take Glades Road to its end.
Turn left and go one mile. On the right.
4133 Birds Creek Road • (865) 325-8384
Fireflies at Norton Creek
Why don’t fireflies in the average backyard synchronize? What
makes the fireflies in the park so special? These questions and
more will be answered at a DLIA fundraising event that also
features the firefly. With exclusive access to the property at
Norton Creek and a firefly expert on site, attendees will learn
the answer to their questions while enjoying the amazing
“flashing” display firsthand.
This year’s event takes place June 1, 2, and 3, from 7-11pm
each night. Please note that this is a distinct event from the
firefly event with NPS at Elkmont, and that we have nothing to
do with the lottery system operated for that event. Tickets are
$150, and food (heavy hors d’oeuvres) and drinks (beer &
wine) will be provided. Fireflies at Norton Creek welcomes all
attendees 10 years or older. All attendees require a purchased
ticket. We have limited tickets for each event and usually sell
out, so please act quickly to get your tickets! Please contact us
at (865) 430-4757 or wyatt@dlia.org