Run for TC! Trail Race

Saturday, March 27, 2010 at 11:30 a.m.

Five mile trail race and 1 mile fun run on mostly single track (some gravel road and paved trail). All proceeeds of the race will go to the TC Memorial Fund to ensure that the enthusiasm for running Coach Coughenour instilled in so many of people will be nurtured in our young local runners.

For more details, visit www.tcmemorial.com

Celebrate "The Big Read" at Bays Mountain
throughout the month of April

Tom Sawyer Barge Rides

Visitors dressed as a character from the book or carrying a Tom Sawyer book will receive a free barge pass.
Passes may be picked up at the gift shop.

"Tom's Treasures" Contest

A special exhibit case will display a "natural" specimen from the park. Identify the item for your chance to win! Drawing will be held on Mondays in April and the first correct answer will be the winner. The winner will be announced on Tuesday. Winners will receive a courtesy pass to the park and a special barge ride.

Drama Workshop
Saturday, April 10th at 3 p.m.

The Kingsport Theatre Guild will provide a Drama Workshop at the Amphitheatre
on Saturday, April 10th at 3pm. Could you be an actor? Come on up and try out.

Tom Sawyers Forest Adventure
Saturday, April 17 at 10 a.m.

Have you ever wondered how Tom Sawyer wandered the great Mississippi without getting lost? On April 17th Bays Mountain Park will be offering a map and compass class, starting at 10am. You can learn Tom’s secrets with this one time experience.
Pre-registration is required. Event is limited to 12 people. To register, call (423)229-9447.

“Lunch with Mark Twain”

On Sunday, April 25 from 12noon until 1:30 p.m. at the Bays Mountain Park Amphitheater.
Enjoy lunch with one of history's most entertaining and accomplished authors as portrayed by Kurt Sutton. Bring a brown bag lunch and enjoy the show!

Go Fishing!

Children dressed as a character or carrying a Tom Sawyer book can fish from the dam on Saturday mornings from 8:30 a.m. until Noon.

Spring Wildflower Walks

Saturday, April 3 & Wednesday, April 14 at 3 p.m.
Saturday, May 1 & Wednesday, May 12 at 3 p.m.
Location: Bays Mountain Park

Saturday, April 17 at 10 a.m.
Location: Laurel Run Park

Take a quided tour exploring and learning about the wild and beautiful colors spring's wildflowers have to behold.
PLEASE NOTE: There are two different starting locations.

Sleeping With Wolves

Saturday, April 3, 2010

Experience a night with the wolves and catch a unique view of these beautiful animals as they come to life at night.
$50 per person.
More Information >>

Laurel Run Ascent

Saturday, April 17 at 9:00 a.m.

Race from Laurel Run Park to the Fire Tower on Bays Mountain and back in a true test of endurance. For more information, contact race director Mark Skelton at markskelton@markskelton.com.

Earth Day Celebration

Saturday, April 17

Join us for a day filled with special programs and fun all designed to celebrate Earth Day and promote responsible conservation and preservation.

Astronomy Day

Saturday, April 24

In celebration of the International Day of Astronomy, the Bays Mountain Astronomy Club will host a day of astronomical activities. There will be informative talks, solar and nighttime observing, and lots of great information! More details coming soon >>

Bird Walk

Saturday, April 24 at 8:30 a.m.

Take a guided tour learning about the various birds found at Bays Mountain Park and how to identify them. Hosted by the Bristol Bird Club.