https://www.nps.gov/obed News releases from Obed Wild & Scenic River. en-us https://www.nps.gov/biso/learn/news/the-public-is-invited-to-the-annual-big-south-fork-and-obed-science-meeting-on-april-8-2026.htm Tue, 31 Mar 2026 03:48:00 EST The National Park Service will host an annual public science meeting at Historic Rugby Visitor Center, in Rugby, Tennessee. The public is invited to spend the day with scientists who have been conducting research at Obed Wild and Scenic River, Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area, and other areas on the Cumberland Plateau. https://www.nps.gov/biso/learn/news/the-public-is-invited-to-the-annual-big-south-fork-and-obed-science-meeting-on-april-8-2026.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-adaptive-outdoor-rock-climbing-program-march-28.htm Mon, 09 Feb 2026 05:54:00 EST Obed Wild and Scenic River will be conducting an adaptive climbing program on Saturday, March 28, from 10 am to 3 pm ET. The program is designed for people with a limb difference or mobility challenge, with the goal of improving the accessibility of rock climbing for a wider range of visitors. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-adaptive-outdoor-rock-climbing-program-march-28.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/cumberlandtrailworkday.htm Mon, 02 Feb 2026 10:26:00 EST The National Park Service invites the public to join the annual Cumberland Trail workday on Feb. 14. Obed Wild and Scenic River, Tennessee Citizens for Wilderness Planning and Cumberland Trail State Park will host the event. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/cumberlandtrailworkday.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/rare-species-discovered-in-the-obed-wild-scenic-river.htm Mon, 17 Nov 2025 09:49:00 EST A new mussel species has been discovered in the Obed Wild & Scenic River. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/rare-species-discovered-in-the-obed-wild-scenic-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/tourism-to-obed-wsr-contributes-$5-5-million-to-local-economy.htm Tue, 30 Sep 2025 07:46:00 EST A new National Park Service report shows that 262,000 visitors came to Obed Wild & Scenic River in 2024 spent $5.5 million in communities near the park. That spending supported the local area. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/tourism-to-obed-wsr-contributes-$5-5-million-to-local-economy.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-scenic-river-announces-2025-photo-contest-winners.htm Sun, 14 Sep 2025 20:00:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) announces the winners of the 2025 Obed Wild and Scenic River photo contest. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-scenic-river-announces-2025-photo-contest-winners.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/adaptive-outdoor-rock-climbing-program-september-27.htm Mon, 08 Sep 2025 04:49:00 EST An adaptive climbing program is scheduled for Saturday, September 27, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM (ET). The program is designed for people with an amputation or limb difference, with the goal of improving accessibility to climbing for visitors with mobility challenges. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/adaptive-outdoor-rock-climbing-program-september-27.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/volunteers-welcome-at-obed-adopt-a-crag-event-on-september-13.htm Fri, 05 Sep 2025 09:41:00 EST In cooperation with the East Tennessee Climbers Coalition (ETCC), the Obed Wild and Scenic River will host the park’s annual Adopt-a-Crag event on Saturday, September 13. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/volunteers-welcome-at-obed-adopt-a-crag-event-on-september-13.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-art-in-the-park-reception-nps-birthday-celebration.htm Fri, 15 Aug 2025 07:21:00 EST In celebration of the National Park Service turning 109 years old, Obed Wild & Scenic River will host a combined birthday party and 14th annual photo contest reception on Friday, August 22 at the Obed Visitor Center, located at 208 North Maiden Street in downtown Wartburg. The festivities will begin at 5:00 PM (ET). The festivities will include light refreshments, https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-art-in-the-park-reception-nps-birthday-celebration.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-announces-rock-climbing-and-paddling-program-for-sixth-grade-homeschooled-students.htm Wed, 13 Aug 2025 09:30:00 EST Fourteen years ago, with funding from a National Park Foundation Impact Grant, Obed Wild and Scenic River launched its “National Park in Your Backyard” program for Morgan County sixth grade students. As in previous years, the opportunity to participate in this program will be extended to sixth grade students that are homeschooled or who attend schools other than public schools.  https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-announces-rock-climbing-and-paddling-program-for-sixth-grade-homeschooled-students.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-launches-summer-lunch-and-learn-series-in-partnership-with-morgan-county-schools-and-frozen-head-state-park.htm Fri, 06 Jun 2025 09:27:00 EST The National Park Service at Obed Wild and Scenic River is excited to announce the return of the popular “Lunch and Learn” program series this summer.   https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-launches-summer-lunch-and-learn-series-in-partnership-with-morgan-county-schools-and-frozen-head-state-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-announces-backcountry-fire-restrictions.htm Tue, 04 Mar 2025 06:31:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River officials announced a temporary ban on campfires in the park’s backcountry effective immediately. Due to dry weather conditions and the amount of fresh leaf litter on the ground, the potential for escaped fires to occur in the backcountry has greatly increased. The fire restriction will be in effect until further notice. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-announces-backcountry-fire-restrictions.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/annual-cumberland-trail-workday-on-february-8.htm Tue, 14 Jan 2025 03:10:00 EST Tennessee Citizens for Wilderness Planning (TCWP) and Obed Wild and Scenic River will be hosting the annual Cumberland Trail workday on Saturday, February 8th. Volunteers should meet at Rock Creek Campground at 10:00 a.m. (EST). https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/annual-cumberland-trail-workday-on-february-8.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-scenic-river-announces-restrictions-on-backcountry-fires.htm Tue, 29 Oct 2024 08:26:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River officials announced a temporary ban on campfires in the park’s backcountry effective immediately. Due to abnormally dry weather conditions and the amount of fresh leaf litter on the ground, the potential for escaped fires to occur in the backcountry has greatly increased. The fire restriction will be in effect until further notice. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-scenic-river-announces-restrictions-on-backcountry-fires.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/harvesting-wild-hogs-in-the-big-south-fork-nrra-and-obed-wsr.htm Tue, 17 Sep 2024 07:00:00 EST Deer hunting season open in Kentucky on September 7 and opens in Tennessee on September 28. During these big game seasons, wild hogs may be harvested with the appropriate weapon that is legal for that specific season. There is also an extended hog hunting season that lasts from the end of the deer season until the end of February with a weapon that is approved by that state for harvesting big game. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/harvesting-wild-hogs-in-the-big-south-fork-nrra-and-obed-wsr.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-adopt-a-crag-event-on-september-14.htm Fri, 30 Aug 2024 08:09:00 EST In cooperation with the East Tennessee Climbers Coalition (ETCC), the Obed Wild and Scenic River will host the park’s annual Adopt-a-Crag event on Saturday, September 14. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-adopt-a-crag-event-on-september-14.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-scenic-river-announces-2024-photo-contest-winners.htm Tue, 27 Aug 2024 09:00:00 EST The National Park Service has announced the winners of the 2024 Obed Wild and Scenic River photo contest. The contest, which sought digital images showcasing the park's scenic beauty, night skies, recreational activities, and wildlife diversity, was judged by the Southern Appalachian Nature Photographers. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-scenic-river-announces-2024-photo-contest-winners.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-rock-climbers-spend-three-quarters-of-million-dollars-annually.htm Fri, 16 Aug 2024 09:52:00 EST Rock climbers visiting the Obed Wild & Scenic River, a unit of the National Park Service located between Knoxville and Crossville in the Upper Cumberland Plateau, annually spend about $768,000 at local businesses, according to a new study. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-rock-climbers-spend-three-quarters-of-million-dollars-annually.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/rock-climbing-and-paddling-program-for-morgan-county-6th-grade-homeschooled-students-on-august-22.htm Fri, 09 Aug 2024 06:30:00 EST Thirteen years ago, with funding from a National Park Foundation grant, Obed Wild and Scenic River launched its “National Park in Your Backyard” program for the sixth-grade students of Morgan County. The Park is excited to announce that these programs will be held again this year and will be open to current sixth grade students. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/rock-climbing-and-paddling-program-for-morgan-county-6th-grade-homeschooled-students-on-august-22.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-annual-photo-contest-deadline-july-15-2024.htm Mon, 01 Jul 2024 11:45:00 EST Do you have beautiful photos of the Obed Wild & Scenic River? Enter your images in the 2024 Obed photography contest. Images may show wildlife, plant life, natural landscapes, historic areas, weather, or people interacting with nature within the boundaries of the Obed Wild and Scenic River. Selected images will be printed for an exhibition at the Obed Visitor Center on Friday, August 23. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-annual-photo-contest-deadline-july-15-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/search-in-progress-for-missing-cumberland-county-resident.htm Tue, 28 May 2024 16:34:00 EST On the evening of Monday, May 27, an approximately 55-year-old Cumberland County man was reported missing to National Park Rangers. He was last seen wading in Daddy’s Creek, near Devil’s Breakfast Table bridge. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/search-in-progress-for-missing-cumberland-county-resident.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/national-park-service-approves-finding-of-no-significant-impact-and-nonfederal-oil-and-gas-operation-at-obed-wild-and-scenic-river.htm Tue, 02 Apr 2024 07:25:00 EST National Park Service has announced that a finding of no significant impact has been approved by the South Atlantic-Gulf Regional Director along with an operations permit for ENREMA, LLC to conduct nonfederal oil and gas operations within Obed WSR. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/national-park-service-approves-finding-of-no-significant-impact-and-nonfederal-oil-and-gas-operation-at-obed-wild-and-scenic-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/adaptive-outdoor-rock-climbing-program-june-15.htm Fri, 29 Mar 2024 16:40:00 EST The Obed Wild and Scenic River is pleased to announce that it will be conducting an adaptive climbing program on Saturday, June 15. The program will be geared towards people with an amputation or limb difference. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/adaptive-outdoor-rock-climbing-program-june-15.htm https://www.nps.gov/biso/learn/news/paid-summer-jobs-for-high-school-age-students-at-big-south-fork-nrra-and-obed-wsr.htm Wed, 27 Mar 2024 05:54:00 EST Applications are being accepted from youth in McCreary County in Kentucky and Fentress, Morgan, Scott Counties in Tennessee for the parks’ Youth Conservation Corps summer employment program until April 10, 2024. https://www.nps.gov/biso/learn/news/paid-summer-jobs-for-high-school-age-students-at-big-south-fork-nrra-and-obed-wsr.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-scenic-river-experienced-continued-high-visitation-in-2023.htm Wed, 28 Feb 2024 09:50:00 EST Today, the National Park Service announced that 400 national parks reported a total of 325.5 million visits in 2023, an increase of 13 million or 4 percent over 2022. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-scenic-river-experienced-continued-high-visitation-in-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-scenic-river-announces-13th-annual-photo-contest.htm Tue, 13 Feb 2024 03:33:00 EST The deadline for submitting entries for the 2024 Obed WSR photo contest is July 15, 2024. All photographs should accurately reflect the subject matter and the scene as it appeared. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-scenic-river-announces-13th-annual-photo-contest.htm https://www.nps.gov/biso/learn/news/the-public-is-invited-to-the-annual-big-south-fork-and-obed-science-meeting-on-march-13-2024.htm Mon, 05 Feb 2024 07:49:00 EST The National Park Service will host an annual public science meeting at Historic Rugby Visitor Center, in Rugby, Tennessee. The public is invited to spend the day with scientists who have been conducting research at Obed Wild and Scenic River, Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area, and other areas on the Cumberland Plateau. https://www.nps.gov/biso/learn/news/the-public-is-invited-to-the-annual-big-south-fork-and-obed-science-meeting-on-march-13-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/volunteers-needed-for-2024-cumberland-trail-day.htm Sat, 27 Jan 2024 10:30:00 EST Join us as Obed Wild & Scenic River, Tennessee Citizens for Wilderness Planning, and Cumberland Trail State Park hosts the annual Cumberland Trail Volunteer Day on Saturday, February 10, 2024. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/volunteers-needed-for-2024-cumberland-trail-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/volunteers-needed-for-2024-trail-keeper-program.htm Thu, 11 Jan 2024 04:26:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River Trail Keeper program is a volunteer program for those who love the park’s trails and want to help take care of them. The goal of the program is to provide an extended presence in the backcountry while providing park staff with important information on current trail conditions. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/volunteers-needed-for-2024-trail-keeper-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/biso/learn/news/application-period-open-for-2024-commercial-use-authorizations-at-big-south-fork-nrra-and-obed-wsr.htm Tue, 19 Dec 2023 05:12:00 EST Applications for commercial use authorizations are accepted year-round, however a late fee may apply if they are received outside the open period which is from January 1 through February 28. This does not apply to one-time business operations or special event vendors. https://www.nps.gov/biso/learn/news/application-period-open-for-2024-commercial-use-authorizations-at-big-south-fork-nrra-and-obed-wsr.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/fire-restrictions-on-open-fires-lifted-at-obed-wsr.htm Mon, 04 Dec 2023 13:18:00 EST Due to recent precipitation, Superintendent Niki Stephanie Nicholas announced the removal of restrictions on open fires at Obed Wild & Scenic River. Drought conditions for the area prompted the campfire restrictions on November 15. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/fire-restrictions-on-open-fires-lifted-at-obed-wsr.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-announces-camping-fee-increase-effective-january-1-2024.htm Tue, 28 Nov 2023 04:38:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River will increase the cost of overnight camping at Rock Creek Campground from $10 to $15 per night. This rate will go into effect on January 1, 2024. The rate per night for camping has not increased in price since 2018. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-announces-camping-fee-increase-effective-january-1-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/all-open-fires-prohibited-due-to-very-dry-conditions.htm Wed, 15 Nov 2023 04:12:00 EST Due to the extremely dry conditions currently being experienced, park officials have determined that it is necessary to prohibit the use of all open fires and activities, which unduly increase fire danger. The ban would be lifted only after sufficient rainfall has been received and soil moisture increased significantly. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/all-open-fires-prohibited-due-to-very-dry-conditions.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-announces-restrictions-on-backcountry-fires.htm Mon, 06 Nov 2023 07:50:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River officials announced a temporary ban on campfires in the park’s backcountry effective immediately. Due to abnormally dry weather conditions and the amount of fresh leaf litter on the ground, the potential for escaped fires to occur in the backcountry has greatly increased. The fire restriction will be in effect until further notice. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-announces-restrictions-on-backcountry-fires.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/public-comment-period-open-on-overnight-camping-fee-increase-for-rock-creek-campground.htm Thu, 28 Sep 2023 08:25:00 EST Obed WSR is requesting public comment on a proposal to increase the overnight camping fee at Rock Creek Campground from $10 to $15. The proposed fee would go into effect on January 1, 2024. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/public-comment-period-open-on-overnight-camping-fee-increase-for-rock-creek-campground.htm https://www.nps.gov/biso/learn/news/harvesting-wild-hogs-at-big-south-fork-nrra-obed-wsr-2023-2024.htm Wed, 20 Sep 2023 09:32:00 EST During big game season at Big South Fork NRRA, wild hogs may be harvested with the appropriate weapon that is legal for that specific season. https://www.nps.gov/biso/learn/news/harvesting-wild-hogs-at-big-south-fork-nrra-obed-wsr-2023-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-scenic-river-announces-2023-photo-contest-winners.htm Fri, 01 Sep 2023 23:42:00 EST The National Park Service announces the winners of the 2023 Obed Wild and Scenic River photo contest. Photographers were invited to submit striking digital images highlighting the spectacular views, dark night skies, recreational opportunities, and diversity of life in the park. Entries to the contest were judged by members of the Southern Appalachian Nature Photographers. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-scenic-river-announces-2023-photo-contest-winners.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/new-adaptive-outdoor-rock-climbing-program-offered-at-obed-wsr.htm Wed, 23 Aug 2023 18:30:00 EST Obed WSR is pleased to announce that it will be conducting a new pilot program for adaptive climbing this October. The pilot program will be geared towards people with an amputation or limb difference. The goal is to improve accessibility to climbing for visitors with mobility challenges. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/new-adaptive-outdoor-rock-climbing-program-offered-at-obed-wsr.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/tourism-to-obed-wild-scenic-river-contributes-6-5-million-to-local-economy-report-shows-visitor-spending-supports-68-jobs-in-nearby-communities.htm Mon, 21 Aug 2023 13:26:00 EST A new National Park Service report shows that 307,000 visitors to Obed WSR in 2022 spent $6.5 million in communities near the park. That spending supported 68 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $6.7 million. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/tourism-to-obed-wild-scenic-river-contributes-6-5-million-to-local-economy-report-shows-visitor-spending-supports-68-jobs-in-nearby-communities.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2023-obed-photo-contest-reception-nps-birthday-celebration.htm Thu, 17 Aug 2023 05:54:00 EST In celebration of the National Park Service turning 107 years old, Obed Wild & Scenic River will host a combined birthday party and 12th annual photo contest reception on Friday, August 25. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2023-obed-photo-contest-reception-nps-birthday-celebration.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-annual-photo-contest-deadline-july-15.htm Thu, 22 Jun 2023 04:43:00 EST Do you have beautiful photos of the Obed Wild & Scenic River? Enter your images in the 2023 Obed photography contest. Images may show wildlife, plant life, natural landscapes, historic areas, weather, or people interacting with nature within the boundaries of the Obed Wild and Scenic River. Selected images will be printed for an exhibition at the Obed Visitor Center on Friday, August 25. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-annual-photo-contest-deadline-july-15.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-to-offer-2023-lunch-and-learn-program-summer-series.htm Tue, 20 Jun 2023 11:35:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River is partnering with Morgan County School Food Services to offer a series of "Lunch and Learn" programs on Fridays, starting June 30, through July 28. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-to-offer-2023-lunch-and-learn-program-summer-series.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/rock-climbing-and-paddling-program-for-morgan-county-6th-grade-homeschooled-students-on-may-16.htm Tue, 02 May 2023 06:19:00 EST Obed Wild and Scenic River is excited to announce the National Park in Your Backyard” program will be offered again this year. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/rock-climbing-and-paddling-program-for-morgan-county-6th-grade-homeschooled-students-on-may-16.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-scenic-river-receives-an-adaptive-climbing-grant-from-the-national-park-foundation.htm Wed, 12 Apr 2023 06:15:00 EST Obed WSR has received a grant from the National Park Foundation to support an Adaptive Outdoor Rock Climbing for Amputees program. The grant is part of the foundation’s ParkVentures Program. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-scenic-river-receives-an-adaptive-climbing-grant-from-the-national-park-foundation.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2023-professional-development-opportunity-for-teachers-at-obed-wsr.htm Tue, 04 Apr 2023 07:28:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River is recruiting teachers to participate in the Teacher-Ranger-Teacher program this summer. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2023-professional-development-opportunity-for-teachers-at-obed-wsr.htm https://www.nps.gov/biso/learn/news/big-south-fork-and-obed-to-host-science-meeting-april-19.htm Mon, 20 Mar 2023 15:33:00 EST The National Park Service will be hosting a public science meeting on Wednesday, April 19, 2023. The public is invited to spend the day with scientists who have been conducting research at Obed WSR and Big South Fork NRRA. https://www.nps.gov/biso/learn/news/big-south-fork-and-obed-to-host-science-meeting-april-19.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/save-the-date-annual-obed-volunteer-river-cleanup-set-for-2023.htm Wed, 15 Mar 2023 09:27:00 EST Join us on Saturday, March 25, 2023 as Obed Wild and Scenic River partners with Tennessee Citizens for Wilderness Planning, and East Tennessee Whitewater Club to host the annual volunteer river-based cleanup. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/save-the-date-annual-obed-volunteer-river-cleanup-set-for-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/volunteers-wanted-for-river-otters-volunteer-program.htm Fri, 03 Mar 2023 09:17:00 EST Obed Wild and Scenic River is looking for volunteers to join the River Otters river cleanup program. The goal of the program is to provide an extended presence in the park while providing Obed staff with assistance in keeping the waterways clean of debris. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/volunteers-wanted-for-river-otters-volunteer-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/record-visitation-recorded-at-obed-wsr-in-2022.htm Mon, 27 Feb 2023 14:06:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River experienced its busiest year ever in 2022 with 306,502 visits. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/record-visitation-recorded-at-obed-wsr-in-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/biso/learn/news/application-period-for-big-south-fork-nrra-and-obed-wsr-commercial-use-authorizations-changing-for-2023.htm Tue, 06 Dec 2022 10:33:00 EST Applications for commercial use authorizations are accepted year-round, however, late fees may apply if they are received outside the open period. This year, the open period is January 1 through February 28. https://www.nps.gov/biso/learn/news/application-period-for-big-south-fork-nrra-and-obed-wsr-commercial-use-authorizations-changing-for-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-adopt-a-crag-celebrates-on-september-10-2022.htm Fri, 26 Aug 2022 05:27:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River will be teaming up with the East Tennessee Climbers Coalition to host the annual Adopt-a-Crag event at the park on Saturday, September 10. Volunteers are needed to help with several projects such as general trail maintenance and litter pickup. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-adopt-a-crag-celebrates-on-september-10-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-park-rangers-recover-body-below-cliff-within-park-boundaries.htm Wed, 24 Aug 2022 12:26:00 EST On Tuesday, August 23, National Park Rangers found the body of Sarah Hoover, age 23, of Knoxville, Tennessee, at the bottom of a 120-foot cliff within Obed Wild & Scenic River boundaries.  https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-park-rangers-recover-body-below-cliff-within-park-boundaries.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/virtual-geology-field-trip-now-available-at-obed-wsr.htm Wed, 17 Aug 2022 05:06:00 EST Obed Wild and Scenic River is excited to announce that it is now offering a pre-recorded virtual geology field trip. This five-video series encourages students from 4th-8th grade to think like a geologist as they explore four study sites around the park. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/virtual-geology-field-trip-now-available-at-obed-wsr.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2022-obed-photo-contest-reception-nps-birthday-celebration.htm Wed, 10 Aug 2022 10:34:00 EST In celebration of the National Park Service turning 106 years old, Obed Wild & Scenic River will host a combined birthday party and 11th annual photo contest reception on Friday, August 26. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2022-obed-photo-contest-reception-nps-birthday-celebration.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/tourism-to-obed-wsr-created-5-4-million-in-economic-output-in-the-local-community-in-2021.htm Tue, 28 Jun 2022 10:02:00 EST A new National Park Service report shows that 247,826 visitors to Obed Wild & Scenic River in 2021 spent $5.4 million in communities near the park. That spending supported 55 jobs in the local area. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/tourism-to-obed-wsr-created-5-4-million-in-economic-output-in-the-local-community-in-2021.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-seeks-information-regarding-vandalism-to-barnett-bridge-vault-toilet.htm Thu, 02 Jun 2022 05:54:00 EST Obed Wild and Scenic River is requesting assistance in identifying persons responsible for recent acts of vandalism to a vault toilet building at Barnett Bridge. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-seeks-information-regarding-vandalism-to-barnett-bridge-vault-toilet.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-and-frozen-head-park-partner-for-lunch-and-learn-programs.htm Wed, 04 May 2022 08:19:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River is partnering with Morgan County School Food Services and Frozen Head State Park to offer a series of Lunch and Learn programs on Fridays, starting June 17, through July 22. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-and-frozen-head-park-partner-for-lunch-and-learn-programs.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-announces-rock-climbing-and-paddling-program-for-8th-grade-homeschooled-students.htm Tue, 03 May 2022 06:05:00 EST Obed WSR is excited to announce rock climbing and paddling program for 8th grade homeschooled students in 2022. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-announces-rock-climbing-and-paddling-program-for-8th-grade-homeschooled-students.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2022-professional-development-opportunity-for-teachers-at-obed-wsr.htm Mon, 18 Apr 2022 08:28:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River is recruiting teachers to participate in the Teacher-Ranger-Teacher program this summer. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2022-professional-development-opportunity-for-teachers-at-obed-wsr.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/celebrate-earth-day-at-obed-wsr.htm Mon, 11 Apr 2022 09:12:00 EST Join in the Earth Day fun, and discover how to become better stewards of our shared environment by participating in the annual Obed Wild and Scenic River volunteer clean-up event on Saturday, April 23. Earth Day is a chance for the world to unite around the importance of preserving a healthy planet, and the role we play in its protection. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/celebrate-earth-day-at-obed-wsr.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-launches-a-river-cleanup-volunteer-program.htm Thu, 31 Mar 2022 07:40:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River is initiating a new volunteer program this year for river cleanup. The goal of the program is to provide an extended presence in the park while providing Obed staff with assistance in keeping the waterways clean of debris. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-launches-a-river-cleanup-volunteer-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/save-the-date-annual-obed-volunteer-river-cleanup.htm Mon, 21 Mar 2022 07:14:00 EST Join us on Saturday, March 26, 2022 as Obed Wild and Scenic River partners with Tennessee Citizens for Wilderness Planning, and East Tennessee Whitewater Club to host the annual volunteer river-based cleanup. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/save-the-date-annual-obed-volunteer-river-cleanup.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/new-vault-toilets-replaced-installed-in-several-locations-throughout-obed-wild-scenic-river.htm Fri, 11 Feb 2022 03:58:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River recently completed the installation of four new concrete vault toilet buildings at Barnett Bridge, Jett Bridge, Lily Bridge, and Nemo Day Use Area. All locations are within the park. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/new-vault-toilets-replaced-installed-in-several-locations-throughout-obed-wild-scenic-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/volunteers-needed-for-2022-cumberland-trail-day.htm Thu, 03 Feb 2022 06:50:00 EST Join us as Obed Wild & Scenic River, Tennessee Citizens for Wilderness Planning, and Cumberland Trail State Park hosts the annual Cumberland Trail Volunteer Day on Saturday, February 12, 2022. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/volunteers-needed-for-2022-cumberland-trail-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/vault-toilet-installation-throughout-obed-wild-scenic-river.htm Fri, 07 Jan 2022 05:05:00 EST The installation of four prefabricated concrete vault toilets will begin Monday, January 10, 2022. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/vault-toilet-installation-throughout-obed-wild-scenic-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-scenic-river-announces-eleventh-annual-photo-contest.htm Wed, 05 Jan 2022 09:49:00 EST The deadline for submitting entries for the 2022 Obed WSR photo contest is July 31, 2022. All photographs should accurately reflect the subject matter and the scene as it appeared. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-scenic-river-announces-eleventh-annual-photo-contest.htm https://www.nps.gov/biso/learn/news/window-to-apply-for-commercial-use-authorizations-open-january-1-2022.htm Fri, 03 Dec 2021 07:39:00 EST Window to Apply for Commercial Use Authorizations Open January 1, 2022. Applications are accepted January 1 through March 31. https://www.nps.gov/biso/learn/news/window-to-apply-for-commercial-use-authorizations-open-january-1-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2021-obed-photo-contest-winners-announced.htm Wed, 01 Sep 2021 10:25:00 EST The winners of the annual Obed Wild and Scenic River photo contest have been announced. Photographers were invited to submit striking digital images highlighting the spectacular views, dark night skies, historic sites, recreational opportunities, and diversity of life in the park. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2021-obed-photo-contest-winners-announced.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/harvesting-wild-hogs-at-obed-wsr-in-2021.htm Fri, 27 Aug 2021 06:22:00 EST During big game hunting season, wild hogs may be harvested with the appropriate weapon that is legal for that specific season and during an extended hog hunting season that lasts from the end of the deer season until the end of February with a weapon that is approved by that state for harvesting big game. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/harvesting-wild-hogs-at-obed-wsr-in-2021.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2021-obed-photo-contest-reception-nps-birthday-celebration.htm Wed, 18 Aug 2021 10:29:00 EST In celebration of the National Park Service turning 105 years old, Obed Wild & Scenic River will host a combined birthday party and 10th annual photo contest reception on Friday, August 27. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2021-obed-photo-contest-reception-nps-birthday-celebration.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/visitor-drowns-near-mouth-of-obed-river-within-park.htm Mon, 09 Aug 2021 11:46:00 EST On August 1, 2021, a 32-year-old male presumably drowned while fishing approximately 500 feet upstream from the mouth of Obed River, within park boundaries. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/visitor-drowns-near-mouth-of-obed-river-within-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-annual-photo-contest-deadline-july-30.htm Fri, 23 Jul 2021 07:34:00 EST The deadline for submitting entries into the 2021 Obed photography contest is 4:30 p.m. (ET) on Saturday, July 30, 2021. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-annual-photo-contest-deadline-july-30.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/nps-partnering-with-roane-state-on-free-short-courses.htm Tue, 13 Jul 2021 05:56:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River is partnering with Roane State Community College to offer four free short summer evening courses. All classes will be held at the Roane State Morgan County Campus located at 150 Longview Drive, Wartburg, Tennessee. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/nps-partnering-with-roane-state-on-free-short-courses.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/environmental-assessment-out-for-review.htm Thu, 01 Jul 2021 04:08:00 EST The purpose of this environmental assessment is to provide a decision-making framework for the National Park Service to evaluate ENREMA's proposal to continue developing its mineral rights within Obed Wild and Scenic River. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/environmental-assessment-out-for-review.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/tourism-to-obed-wsr-created-4-5-million-in-economic-output-in-the-local-community-in-2020.htm Fri, 11 Jun 2021 10:58:00 EST A new National Park Service report shows that 238,000 visitors to Obed WSR in 2020 spent $4.5 million in communities near the park. That spending supported 52 jobs in the local area. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/tourism-to-obed-wsr-created-4-5-million-in-economic-output-in-the-local-community-in-2020.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-and-frozen-head-sp-partner-for-lunch-and-learn-programs.htm Mon, 17 May 2021 10:53:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River is partnering with Morgan County School Food Services and Frozen Head State Park to offer a series of Lunch and Learn programs on Fridays, starting June 11, through July 16. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-and-frozen-head-sp-partner-for-lunch-and-learn-programs.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/applications-for-2021-ycc-program-accepted-now.htm Mon, 03 May 2021 11:57:00 EST Applications now accepted. Join the Youth Conservation Corps and become an important member of a team of dedicated individuals who work to maintain the park. The 8-week summer program begins on June 7 through July 30, 2021. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/applications-for-2021-ycc-program-accepted-now.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-offers-bark-ranger-program.htm Tue, 23 Mar 2021 04:49:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River announces a new program for those who visit the park with their canine companions. The BARK Ranger program encourages “pawsitive” experiences for canine-visitors and their human companions, while keeping people, pets, and wildlife safe while visiting the park. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-offers-bark-ranger-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/annual-obed-volunteer-river-cleanup.htm Tue, 16 Mar 2021 10:04:00 EST On Saturday, March 27, Obed Wild and Scenic River will partner with Tennessee Citizens for Wilderness Planning and East Tennessee Whitewater Club to host its annual volunteer river-based cleanup. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/annual-obed-volunteer-river-cleanup.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/volunteers-needed-for-annual-cumberland-trail-day.htm Tue, 26 Jan 2021 04:48:00 EST Join us as Obed Wild & Scenic River, Tennessee Citizens for Wilderness Planning, and Cumberland Trail State Park hosts the annual Cumberland Trail Volunteer Day on Saturday, February 13. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/volunteers-needed-for-annual-cumberland-trail-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obedtenth-annual-photo-contest.htm Wed, 06 Jan 2021 03:32:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River has set the deadline for submitting entries for the park’s 10th annual photo contest at 4:30 PM (ET), on Friday, July 30, 2021. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obedtenth-annual-photo-contest.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-2021-trail-keeper-vip-program.htm Thu, 17 Dec 2020 04:03:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River is kicking off a new volunteer trails program in 2021. If you enjoy the outdoors, and spending time in the park, join the park’s Trail Keepers program today. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-2021-trail-keeper-vip-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/commercial-use-authorizations-at-obed-wsr-window-to-apply-now-open.htm Mon, 14 Dec 2020 04:09:00 EST With roughly half a million yearly visitors to Obed Wild & Scenic River, there are necessary and appropriate business opportunities. Applications for 2021 commercial use authorizations are accepted January 1 through March 31. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/commercial-use-authorizations-at-obed-wsr-window-to-apply-now-open.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-announces-2020-photo-contest-winners.htm Fri, 27 Nov 2020 04:06:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River announces the winners of the ninth annual photo contest. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-announces-2020-photo-contest-winners.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/educator-concludes-2020-teacher-ranger-teacher-experience.htm Wed, 19 Aug 2020 07:56:00 EST Charles Elmore has concluded his Teacher-Ranger-Teacher (TRT) experience at Obed Wild and Scenic River. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/educator-concludes-2020-teacher-ranger-teacher-experience.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/precautionary-fish-consumption-advisory-on-daddy-s-creek-and-extended-advisory-on-emory-river.htm Mon, 06 Jul 2020 06:44:00 EST On July 1, 2020, the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation announced a 6.7-mile extension of the existing precautionary fish consumption advisory due to mercury on the Emory River in Morgan County. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/precautionary-fish-consumption-advisory-on-daddy-s-creek-and-extended-advisory-on-emory-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2019-tourism-to-obed-wsr-created-over-4-million-in-economic-benefits-report-shows-visitor-spending-supports-47-jobs-in-local-economy.htm Mon, 15 Jun 2020 07:30:00 EST A new National Park Service report shows that over 221,000 visitors to Obed Wild & Scenic River in 2019 spent $4,100,000 in communities near the park. That spending supported 47 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $4,000,000. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2019-tourism-to-obed-wsr-created-over-4-million-in-economic-benefits-report-shows-visitor-spending-supports-47-jobs-in-local-economy.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-increasing-access-to-rock-creek-campground.htm Mon, 18 May 2020 07:16:00 EST Beginning Monday, May 18, Obed WSR will reopen access to Rock Creek Campground. Reservations can be made at www.recreation.gov. With public health in mind, the visitor center remains closed. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-increasing-access-to-rock-creek-campground.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/late-fees-for-commercial-use-authorization-applications-waived-for-the-remainder-of-2020.htm Thu, 07 May 2020 14:13:00 EST Business operators who wishes to conduct commercial activities within Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area and/or Obed Wild & Scenic River is required to obtain a Commercial Use Authorization permit. Normally the window in which to apply is January 1 through March 31. However, effectively immediately, late fees associated with submitting an application for a Commercial Use Authorization through 2020 will be waived.  https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/late-fees-for-commercial-use-authorization-applications-waived-for-the-remainder-of-2020.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2020-professional-development-opportunity-for-teachers-at-obed-wsr.htm Wed, 22 Apr 2020 06:45:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River is recruiting teachers to participate in the Teacher-Ranger-Teacher program this summer. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2020-professional-development-opportunity-for-teachers-at-obed-wsr.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/big-south-fork-nrra-and-obed-wsr-extends-closure-of-campgrounds-and-visitor-centers.htm Mon, 30 Mar 2020 12:46:00 EST In response to guidance from the White House and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the National Park Service announced additional modifications to operations at Big South Fork NRRA and Obed WSR in order to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). All park campgrounds and visitor centers are closed until further notice. Reservations made through www.recreation.gov will be cancelled. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/big-south-fork-nrra-and-obed-wsr-extends-closure-of-campgrounds-and-visitor-centers.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/changes-in-park-operations-due-to-covid-19.htm Mon, 23 Mar 2020 14:11:00 EST In response to an increase in confirmed COVID-19 cases in Tennessee and Kentucky, and new guidance from the White House and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the National Park Service announced a number of operational changes at Obed Wild & Scenic River. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/changes-in-park-operations-due-to-covid-19.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/big-south-fork-nrra-and-obed-wsr-closes-all-campgrounds-through-april-1.htm Mon, 23 Mar 2020 13:43:00 EST Effective Monday, March 23, the Rock Creek Campground will be closed to all overnight camping. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/big-south-fork-nrra-and-obed-wsr-closes-all-campgrounds-through-april-1.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-remains-open-visitor-facilities-and-programs-closed-until-april-1.htm Tue, 17 Mar 2020 09:23:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River remains open. Visitor contact facilities closed until April 1. Ranger-led programs and activities suspended. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-remains-open-visitor-facilities-and-programs-closed-until-april-1.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-9th-annual-photo-contest.htm Thu, 12 Mar 2020 06:57:00 EST Obed WSR invites photographers to submit entries for the park's ninth annual photo contest. The contest is open to all photographers except NPS employees and their immediate families and household members. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-9th-annual-photo-contest.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2020-obed-river-cleanup.htm Wed, 04 Mar 2020 08:54:00 EST Join us March 28, as Tennessee Citizens for Wilderness Planning and Obed Wild & Scenic River work together during this annual volunteer river cleanup event. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2020-obed-river-cleanup.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2020-cumberland-trail-work-day.htm Tue, 21 Jan 2020 07:14:00 EST Tennessee Citizens for Wilderness Planning and Obed Wild & Scenic River will be hosting the annual Cumberland Trail Work Day on Saturday, February 15. Trail maintenance will be performed on the 2.5-mile section of the Cumberland Trail between Rock Creek Campground and Alley Ford. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2020-cumberland-trail-work-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/fire-restrictions-on-open-fires-in-the-backcountry-lifted-at-obed-wsr.htm Mon, 28 Oct 2019 09:18:00 EST Due to recent precipitation, Superintendent Niki Stephanie Nicholas announced the removal of restrictions on open fires within the backcountry of Obed Wild and Scenic River. Drought conditions for the area prompted the campfire restrictions on September 20. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/fire-restrictions-on-open-fires-in-the-backcountry-lifted-at-obed-wsr.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/applications-for-cua-at-big-south-fork-and-obed-now-accepted-year-round.htm Thu, 10 Oct 2019 12:14:00 EST In an effort to provide as much opportunity for conducting business in the park(s) as possible, Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area, and Obed Wild & Scenic River will now accept applications for commercial use authorizations year-round. A late fee will apply after the open period for applications, which is January 1 through March 31. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/applications-for-cua-at-big-south-fork-and-obed-now-accepted-year-round.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/park-implements-campfire-restrictions-due-to-dry-conditions.htm Mon, 30 Sep 2019 05:31:00 EST Due to the extremely dry conditions currently being experienced, park officials have determined that it is necessary to restrict the use of open fires and activities, which unduly increase the fire danger. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/park-implements-campfire-restrictions-due-to-dry-conditions.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/harvesting-wild-hogs-at-obed-wsr-big-south-fork-nrra.htm Mon, 26 Aug 2019 05:22:00 EST Deer hunting season opens in Kentucky on September 7 and in Tennessee on September 28. During that time, wild hogs may be harvested with the appropriate weapon that is legal for that specific season and during an extended hog hunting season that lasts from the end of the deer season until the end of February with a weapon that is approved by that state for harvesting big game. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/harvesting-wild-hogs-at-obed-wsr-big-south-fork-nrra.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-2019-photo-contest-winners-announced.htm Wed, 14 Aug 2019 05:41:00 EST In celebration of the National Park Service turning 103 years old, Obed Wild & Scenic River will host a combined birthday party and 8th annual photo contest reception on Friday, August 23 https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-2019-photo-contest-winners-announced.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/local-area-high-school-students-finish-ycc-program-at-obed-wsr.htm Mon, 05 Aug 2019 09:25:00 EST High school students from the surrounding Wartburg, Tennessee, area recently finished their summer working on the Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) team at Obed Wild and Scenic River. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/local-area-high-school-students-finish-ycc-program-at-obed-wsr.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2018-tourism-to-obed-wsr-created-nearly-4-million-in-economic-benefits.htm Thu, 30 May 2019 09:14:00 EST A new National Park Service report shows that 217,530 visitors to Obed Wild & Scenic River in 2018 spent $4,000,000 in communities near the park. That spending supported 47 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $4,000,000. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2018-tourism-to-obed-wsr-created-nearly-4-million-in-economic-benefits.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/recreation-tourism-planning-workshop-information-session-on-june-10.htm Thu, 16 May 2019 04:56:00 EST The National Park Service will be hosting a Rivers, Trails, and Conservation Assistance Program information session on Monday, June 10, at the McCreary County Library, starting at 5:00 PM (ET), at 6 Main Street, Whitley City, Kentucky. The meeting is open to all interested persons. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/recreation-tourism-planning-workshop-information-session-on-june-10.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-accepting-applications-for-2019-ycc-program.htm Thu, 09 May 2019 11:40:00 EST Join the Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) and become an important member of a team of dedicated individuals who work to maintain the park. As a member of the Youth Conservation Corps you will personally have a role in protecting the nation's precious resources. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-accepting-applications-for-2019-ycc-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-announces-8th-annual-photo-contest.htm Fri, 26 Apr 2019 09:29:00 EST Obed WSR invites photographers to submit entries for the park's eighth annual photo contest. The contest is open to all photographers except NPS employees and their immediate families and household members. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-announces-8th-annual-photo-contest.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2019-professional-development-opportunity-for-teachers-at-obed-wsr.htm Wed, 03 Apr 2019 05:10:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River is recruiting teachers to participate in the Teacher-Ranger-Teacher program this summer. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2019-professional-development-opportunity-for-teachers-at-obed-wsr.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/annual-volunteer-clean-up-appreciation-event-sat-apr-20-2019.htm Mon, 01 Apr 2019 08:18:00 EST In celebration of Earth Day, the public is invited to help beautify the shoreline of YOUR scenic river system on Saturday, April 20. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/annual-volunteer-clean-up-appreciation-event-sat-apr-20-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/business-opportunities-at-obed-wsr-big-south-fork-nrra.htm Wed, 19 Dec 2018 06:35:00 EST There are numerous business opportunities within the boundaries of Obed Wild & Scenic River and Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area. In order to expedite processing by park staff as well as allowing for more focused attention for each activity, applications for commercial use authorizations will only be accepted from January 1 through March 31, annually. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/business-opportunities-at-obed-wsr-big-south-fork-nrra.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/volunteers-wanted-to-host-citizen-science-water-monitoring-project.htm Fri, 07 Sep 2018 06:34:00 EST In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act, Obed Wild & Scenic River is launching a volunteer-based citizen science water monitoring project. Volunteers are needed to assist park staff in collecting water samples in the park and to process and analyze water samples. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/volunteers-wanted-to-host-citizen-science-water-monitoring-project.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-to-launch-citizen-science-pilot-program.htm Fri, 24 Aug 2018 11:31:00 EST In celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act, Obed WSR is launching a volunteer-based citizen science pilot program. A public meeting will be held on Monday, August 27, at 6 PM (ET). https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-to-launch-citizen-science-pilot-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/educator-concludes-2018-teacher-ranger-teacher-experience.htm Mon, 16 Jul 2018 09:05:00 EST Ron Roskelly, a sixth grade science teacher at Lake City Middle School in Rocky Top, Tennessee, concluded his Teacher-Ranger-Teacher experience at Obed Wild & Scenic River. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/educator-concludes-2018-teacher-ranger-teacher-experience.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/iconic-land-gifted-to-obed-wild-scenic-river-by-the-nature-conservancy.htm Mon, 18 Jun 2018 11:35:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River recently added a 63-acre tract that was donated to the park by The Nature Conservancy. This key parcel dominates the view from Lilly Bluff Overlook, the park’s most iconic and heavily visited viewing point. This gift ensures the preservation of the viewshed from this remarkably scenic location. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/iconic-land-gifted-to-obed-wild-scenic-river-by-the-nature-conservancy.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/two-key-land-tracts-gifted-to-obed-by-tennessee-citizens-for-wilderness-planning.htm Mon, 04 Jun 2018 11:40:00 EST Obed Wild and Scenic River recently added two tracts totaling 114 acres within the park’s legislative boundary. These tracts were donated by Tennessee Citizens for Wilderness Planning. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/two-key-land-tracts-gifted-to-obed-by-tennessee-citizens-for-wilderness-planning.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-junction-fire-reported-may-13.htm Mon, 14 May 2018 08:23:00 EST The Obed Junction Fire was reported May 13. The fire is approximately 20 acres in size, near the Obed Junction. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-junction-fire-reported-may-13.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2017-tourism-to-obed-wsr-created-nearly-4-million-in-economic-benefits.htm Fri, 27 Apr 2018 10:42:00 EST A new National Park Service report shows that 214,753 visitors to Obed Wild & Scenic River in 2017 spent $3,700,000 in communities near the park. That spending supported 47 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $3,800,000. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2017-tourism-to-obed-wsr-created-nearly-4-million-in-economic-benefits.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/annual-volunteer-clean-up-and-appreciation-event-saturday-april-21.htm Fri, 06 Apr 2018 06:39:00 EST In celebration of Earth Day and the 50th anniversary of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act in 2018, the public is invited to help beautify the shoreline of YOUR scenic river system on Saturday, April 21. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/annual-volunteer-clean-up-and-appreciation-event-saturday-april-21.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-receives-grant-for-dark-sky-park-initiatives.htm Fri, 30 Mar 2018 07:52:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River is pleased to announce it has been awarded a competitive grant through Eastern National to support its Dark Sky Park initiatives. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-receives-grant-for-dark-sky-park-initiatives.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-junior-ranger-day-saturday-april-14.htm Wed, 21 Mar 2018 07:54:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River will be celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act throughout 2018. To help celebrate that historic act, there will be a special Junior Ranger Day event on Saturday, April 14, at Obed Visitor Center.  https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-junior-ranger-day-saturday-april-14.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2018-professional-development-opportunity-for-teachers-at-obed-wsr.htm Tue, 13 Mar 2018 05:20:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River is recruiting teachers to participate in the Teacher-Ranger-Teacher program this summer. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2018-professional-development-opportunity-for-teachers-at-obed-wsr.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/annual-obed-volunteer-river-cleanup-2018.htm Thu, 08 Mar 2018 10:53:00 EST On March 31, Obed Wild & Scenic River and Tennessee Citizens for Wilderness Planning are working together to host an annual river-based cleanup of the section of the Obed River between the Devil’s Breakfast Table and Nemo. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/annual-obed-volunteer-river-cleanup-2018.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-announces-seventh-annual-photo-contest.htm Fri, 26 Jan 2018 06:51:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River invites the public to submit entries to the park's SEVENTH annual photo contest. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-announces-seventh-annual-photo-contest.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-scenic-river-accessible-to-public-during-government-shutdown.htm Mon, 22 Jan 2018 07:04:00 EST During the shutdown of the federal government due to the lapse of appropriations, national parks will remain as accessible as possible while still following all applicable laws and procedures. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-scenic-river-accessible-to-public-during-government-shutdown.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/gibbons-river-frontage-gifted-to-obed-wild-scenic-river.htm Tue, 02 Jan 2018 08:39:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River added 161 acres within the park’s legislative boundary through a donation by Mary Ann Gibbons, a former resident of East Tennessee. This is the largest addition to the park in 30 years. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/gibbons-river-frontage-gifted-to-obed-wild-scenic-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/updates-for-commercial-use-operations-in-2018-at-big-south-fork-nrra-and-obed-wsr.htm Tue, 05 Dec 2017 11:20:00 EST Effective 2018, in an effort to expedite processing by park staff as well as allowing for more focused attention for each activity, applications for commercial use authorizations will only be accepted from January 1 through March 31, annually. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/updates-for-commercial-use-operations-in-2018-at-big-south-fork-nrra-and-obed-wsr.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-recognized-as-international-dark-sky-place.htm Fri, 27 Oct 2017 08:32:00 EST The National Park Service is pleased to announce that Obed WSR has been designated an International Dark-Sky Association International Dark Sky Place. Obed WSR is now the second National Park Service unit east of Colorado to earn this designation. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-recognized-as-international-dark-sky-place.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/visitor-dies-after-falling-from-lilly-bluff-overlook.htm Wed, 18 Oct 2017 07:50:00 EST At approximately 3 pm on Sunday, October 15, Obed staff received a call reporting a man who had fallen from Lilly Bluff Overlook after climbing over the railing. Responding park rangers located the body of a 30-year-old male. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/visitor-dies-after-falling-from-lilly-bluff-overlook.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-receives-field-trip-grant-from-the-national-park-foundation.htm Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:31:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River was selected to receive a 2017 field trip grant from the National Park Foundation, which will be utilized to cover the transportation cost to bring fourth grade students to experience their national park and foster connections to the natural world. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-receives-field-trip-grant-from-the-national-park-foundation.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-adopt-a-crag-celebrates-national-public-lands-day-on-september-9-2017.htm Wed, 30 Aug 2017 05:19:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River will celebrate National Public Lands Day by teaming up with the East Tennessee Climbers Coalition to host the 18th annual Adopt-a-Crag event at the park on Saturday, September 9. Volunteers are needed to help with several projects such as general trail maintenance and litter pickup. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-adopt-a-crag-celebrates-national-public-lands-day-on-september-9-2017.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/educator-concludes-2017-teacher-ranger-teacher-experience.htm Thu, 10 Aug 2017 07:43:00 EST On July 21, Paige Byrd, an English as Second Language teacher at Oakdale Elementary School in Wartburg, Tennessee, concluded her Teacher-Ranger-Teacher experience at Obed Wild & Scenic River. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/educator-concludes-2017-teacher-ranger-teacher-experience.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/a-celebration-of-the-national-park-service-101st-birthday.htm Wed, 09 Aug 2017 06:33:00 EST In celebration of the National Park Service turning 101 years old, Obed WSR will be hosting a combined birthday party and an Art-in-the-Park reception on Friday, August 25. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/a-celebration-of-the-national-park-service-101st-birthday.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/special-use-permits-clarifications-to-go-into-effect-october-1-2017.htm Wed, 12 Jul 2017 10:29:00 EST There are over 130,000 acres of opportunities for special events within Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area and Obed Wild and Scenic River. To help ensure resource protection, visitor safety and make sure that other visitors’ experience is not significantly impeded, special events such as weddings and endurance races require a special use permit. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/special-use-permits-clarifications-to-go-into-effect-october-1-2017.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/watch-the-total-solar-eclipse-in-your-national-parks.htm Mon, 10 Jul 2017 08:16:00 EST On Monday, August 21, a total solar eclipse will be crossing the entire continental United States from Oregon to South Carolina. It has been dubbed the Great All-American Total Solar Eclipse. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/watch-the-total-solar-eclipse-in-your-national-parks.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/park-announces-extension-of-annual-photo-contest-deadline.htm Mon, 10 Jul 2017 05:37:00 EST The National Park Service announces that the deadline for the annual Obed Wild & Scenic River photo contest has been extended to July 31, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/park-announces-extension-of-annual-photo-contest-deadline.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/park-rangers-rescue-stranded-paddler-on-emory-river.htm Mon, 26 Jun 2017 11:01:00 EST At approximately 12:00 PM on Saturday, June 24, park personnel received a call from Morgan County 9-1-1 requesting assistance about a stranded paddler on the Emory River, located outside the park. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/park-rangers-rescue-stranded-paddler-on-emory-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-announces-rock-climbing-and-paddling-program-for-6th-grade-homeschooled-students-on-may-23.htm Tue, 02 May 2017 09:34:00 EST Six years ago, with funding from a National Park Foundation Impact Grant, Obed Wild and Scenic River launched its “National Park in Your Backyard” program for Morgan County sixth grade students. As in previous years, the opportunity to participate in this program will be extended to sixth grade students that are homeschooled or who attend schools other than public schools. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-announces-rock-climbing-and-paddling-program-for-6th-grade-homeschooled-students-on-may-23.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2016-tourism-to-obed-wsr-created-over-4-million-in-economic-benefits.htm Fri, 21 Apr 2017 07:43:00 EST A new National Park Service report shows that 231,389 visitors to Obed Wild and Scenic River in 2016 spent $4,089,300 in communities near the park. That spending supported 50 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $3,893,600. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2016-tourism-to-obed-wsr-created-over-4-million-in-economic-benefits.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/professional-development-opportunity-for-teachers-at-obed-wsr.htm Thu, 06 Apr 2017 04:34:00 EST Obed WSR is recruiting teachers to participate in the 2017 Teacher-Ranger-Teacher (TRT) program. The TRT program is a professional development opportunity for K-12 teachers to spend the summer acquiring new skills in experiential learning through a program provided by a partnership between the National Park Service and the University of Colorado Denver. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/professional-development-opportunity-for-teachers-at-obed-wsr.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/recreation-and-tourism-planning-workshop-and-information-sessions-on-april-13-and-may-10.htm Tue, 04 Apr 2017 04:26:00 EST The National Park Service is hosting two Rivers, Trails, and Conservation Assistance Program information sessions, on Thursday, April 13, and Wednesday, May 10. Both meetings are open to all who may be interested. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/recreation-and-tourism-planning-workshop-and-information-sessions-on-april-13-and-may-10.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/visitation-to-obed-wsr-increases-for-tenth-consecutive-year-in-2016.htm Tue, 14 Mar 2017 06:04:00 EST Obed WSR recorded 231,390 visits in 2016, during the National Park Service Centennial -- the tenth consecutive increase in visitation to the park. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/visitation-to-obed-wsr-increases-for-tenth-consecutive-year-in-2016.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-receives-grant-to-further-parks-in-focus-educational-program.htm Fri, 10 Mar 2017 06:29:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River is pleased to announce it has recently been awarded a grant by Eastern National, to further the Parks-In-Focus program in 2017. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-receives-grant-to-further-parks-in-focus-educational-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-announces-sixth-annual-photo-contest.htm Tue, 31 Jan 2017 03:03:00 EST The National Park Service invites the public to submit entries the Obed Wild & Scenic sixth annual photo contest. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-announces-sixth-annual-photo-contest.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-uses-astronomy-grant-funds-to-enhance-night-sky-programs.htm Fri, 16 Dec 2016 09:23:00 EST Starry night skies are an important part of the special places the National Park Service protects. To help visitors appreciate the night, earlier this year Obed Wild and Scenic River received a competitive grant from Eastern National to enhance the park’s dark sky and astronomy programs. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-uses-astronomy-grant-funds-to-enhance-night-sky-programs.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/ban-on-open-fires-within-obed-wsr-lifted-december-15.htm Fri, 16 Dec 2016 06:10:00 EST Recent rain showers and cooler weather have reduced fire activity and Obed Wild & Scenic River officials have lifted the ban on open fires in the park effective December 15. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/ban-on-open-fires-within-obed-wsr-lifted-december-15.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/nemo-picnic-area-improvement-project-scheduled-december-1-2.htm Wed, 30 Nov 2016 03:42:00 EST Obed WSR will be rehabilitating the Nemo Picnic Area, with work scheduled to begin December 1. The picnic area will be closed for paving Friday, December 2. Otherwise the area will remain open with access to the comfort station, parking, and river access. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/nemo-picnic-area-improvement-project-scheduled-december-1-2.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/all-open-fires-prohibited-due-to-extremely-dry-conditions.htm Wed, 16 Nov 2016 09:32:00 EST Due to the extremely dry conditions currently being experienced, park officials have determined that it is necessary to prohibit the use of all open fires and activities, which unduly increase fire danger. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/all-open-fires-prohibited-due-to-extremely-dry-conditions.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/park-implements-campfire-restrictions.htm Wed, 02 Nov 2016 02:50:00 EST Due to the extremely dry conditions currently being experienced, park officials have determined that it is necessary to restrict the use of open fires and activities, which unduly increase the fire danger. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/park-implements-campfire-restrictions.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/urban-youth-focus-on-nature-through-photography.htm Mon, 31 Oct 2016 06:03:00 EST Urban fourth graders from Lonsdale Elementary School recently participated in “Opening Doors in National Parks through Nature-Based Learning, Outdoor Recreation, and Photography” at Obed Wild & Scenic River in October. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/urban-youth-focus-on-nature-through-photography.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-celebrates-its-ruby-anniversary.htm Tue, 11 Oct 2016 05:21:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River will be celebrating its 40th anniversary, becoming a unit of the National Park System on October 12, 1976, https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-celebrates-its-ruby-anniversary.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-and-big-south-fork-celebrate-2016-national-public-lands-day.htm Tue, 20 Sep 2016 07:04:00 EST Get outdoors and take part in the celebration for National Public Lands Day 2016. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-and-big-south-fork-celebrate-2016-national-public-lands-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/ycc-youths-complete-valuable-work-at-obed-wsr.htm Thu, 15 Sep 2016 04:54:00 EST Four high school students from Morgan County recently finished the summer working on a Youth Conservation Corps team at Obed Wild & Scenic River. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/ycc-youths-complete-valuable-work-at-obed-wsr.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/17th-annual-obed-adopt-a-crag-volunteer-event-was-a-huge-success.htm Mon, 12 Sep 2016 07:07:00 EST On September 10, approximately 80 volunteers helped with projects including trail restoration and several beautification projects. The efforts of these caring climbers left the park looking clean and beautiful. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/17th-annual-obed-adopt-a-crag-volunteer-event-was-a-huge-success.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-receives-field-trip-grant-from-the-national-park-foundation.htm Thu, 01 Sep 2016 12:14:00 EST Obed WSR encourages all fourth graders to visit the park this year as part of the Every Kid in a Park program. The program gives fourth grade students, and those accompanying them, free access to more than 2,000 public lands and waters nationwide for a year. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-receives-field-trip-grant-from-the-national-park-foundation.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-adopt-a-crag-event-celebrates-national-public-lands-day-on-september-10-2016.htm Mon, 29 Aug 2016 07:27:00 EST Obed Wild and Scenic River will celebrate National Public Lands Day by teaming up with the East Tennessee Climbers Coalition (ETCC) to host the 17th annual Adopt-a-Crag event at the park on Saturday, September 10. Volunteers are needed to help with several projects such as general trail maintenance and litter pickup. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-adopt-a-crag-event-celebrates-national-public-lands-day-on-september-10-2016.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-celebrates-national-park-service-centenntial-with-5th-annual-photo-contest-reception.htm Mon, 29 Aug 2016 05:51:00 EST The National Park Service celebrated its Centennial on August 25. In honor of this milestone, Obed WSR recently hosted a combined birthday celebration and unveiling of the winners of the park’s fifth annual photography contest. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-celebrates-national-park-service-centenntial-with-5th-annual-photo-contest-reception.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-to-conduct-a-wilderness-eligibility-assessment.htm Mon, 22 Aug 2016 11:56:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River, in keeping with requirements outlined under National Park Service Management Policies, Director’s Order 41, and the 1995 General Management Plan has recently begun the process of conducting a Wilderness Eligibility Assessment on lands within the park boundaries. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-to-conduct-a-wilderness-eligibility-assessment.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wssr-is-the-recipient-of-a-grant-to-engage-new-audiences.htm Mon, 15 Aug 2016 05:51:00 EST The National Park Service will celebrate its 100th birthday on August 25, 2016. The second century is about creating ways for the next generation to make new discoveries in our national parks and connect people to parks. Obed was recently awarded an “Every Kid in a Park” grant through the National Park Foundation. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wssr-is-the-recipient-of-a-grant-to-engage-new-audiences.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/a-celebration-of-the-national-park-service-100th-birthday.htm Fri, 05 Aug 2016 11:15:00 EST In celebration of the National Park Service turning 100 years old, Obed Wild and Scenic River will be hosting a combined birthday party and an art-in-the-park reception on Thursday, August 25, at the Obed Visitor Center. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/a-celebration-of-the-national-park-service-100th-birthday.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/educator-concludes-2016-teacher-ranger-teacher-experience.htm Mon, 25 Jul 2016 09:44:00 EST On July 18, Brenda Cate concluded her Teacher-Ranger-Teacher (TRT) experience at Obed WSR. A Special Education Teacher at Midtown Elementary School, in Harriman, Tennessee, Brenda worked as Obed’s 2016 TRT, where her main focus was to help find ways to offer inclusive programs for persons of different abilities. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/educator-concludes-2016-teacher-ranger-teacher-experience.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/find-your-park-obed-and-big-south-fork-celebrate-national-park-service-100th-birthday-august-25-28.htm Tue, 19 Jul 2016 06:23:00 EST Bring your family and friends to celebrate the National Park Service 100th birthday at Obed Wild & Scenic River and Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area and Thursday, August 25 through Sunday, August 28. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/find-your-park-obed-and-big-south-fork-celebrate-national-park-service-100th-birthday-august-25-28.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-proposes-to-increase-campsite-fees-for-rock-creek-campground.htm Mon, 06 Jun 2016 05:33:00 EST Obed Wild and Scenic River is proposing to increase the nightly fee rate at Rock Creek Campground on October 1, 2016. At the same time, the park will also add a feature that allows visitors to reserve, in advance, campground sites by phone or internet as well as in person. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-proposes-to-increase-campsite-fees-for-rock-creek-campground.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/morgan-county-sixth-graders-take-part-in-the-national-park-in-your-backyard-program.htm Thu, 02 Jun 2016 10:56:00 EST For the fifth year in a row, every sixth grader in Morgan County has had the opportunity to participate in the award-winning “National Park in Your Backyard” program at Obed Wild & Scenic River. Approximately 300 students took part in the program over a 6-day period in May. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/morgan-county-sixth-graders-take-part-in-the-national-park-in-your-backyard-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-welcomes-centennial-volunteer-ambassador.htm Wed, 04 May 2016 05:32:00 EST Allison Newberg, a graduate of The Ohio State University, will help prepare Obed WSR for the National Park Service’s 100th anniversary in 2016. She is one of 70 energetic, young Centennial Volunteer Ambassador interns recently selected to spend the next year connecting local communities to parks through volunteer group service opportunities. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-welcomes-centennial-volunteer-ambassador.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2015-tourism-to-obed-wsr-created-3-million-in-economic-benefits.htm Fri, 22 Apr 2016 09:53:00 EST A National Park Service report shows that approximately 225,242 visitors to Obed Wild & Scenic River in 2015, and spent $3.7 million in communities near the park. That spending supported 46 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2015-tourism-to-obed-wsr-created-3-million-in-economic-benefits.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/summer-professional-development-opportunity-for-teachers-at-obed-wild-and-scenic-river.htm Mon, 18 Apr 2016 05:06:00 EST Obed Wild and Scenic River is looking for teachers with experience in lesson plan development and who can help create educational experiences in a variety of subject areas. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/summer-professional-development-opportunity-for-teachers-at-obed-wild-and-scenic-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/annual-obed-clean-up-and-volunteer-appreciation-potluck-lunch.htm Wed, 13 Apr 2016 07:02:00 EST Volunteers share their time and talents and are worth their weight in gold. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/annual-obed-clean-up-and-volunteer-appreciation-potluck-lunch.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/find-your-park-during-national-park-week-2016.htm Thu, 07 Apr 2016 10:50:00 EST National Park Week will kick off with free backcountry camping permits at both parks as well as free camping at select campgrounds. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/find-your-park-during-national-park-week-2016.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/potters-falls-hemlock-treatment-workshop-and-clean-up.htm Fri, 25 Mar 2016 07:32:00 EST This free workshop will teach local landowners how to protect hemlock trees from the deadly Hemlock Woolly Adelgid. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/potters-falls-hemlock-treatment-workshop-and-clean-up.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-receives-grant-to-expand-junior-ranger-program.htm Wed, 09 Mar 2016 10:53:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River has been awarded a competitive grant through Eastern National to translate the Junior Ranger booklets into Spanish. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-receives-grant-to-expand-junior-ranger-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-announces-fifth-annual-photo-contest.htm Wed, 24 Feb 2016 04:23:00 EST The National Park Service invites the public to submit entries the Obed Wild & Scenic Fifth Annual Photo Contest. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-announces-fifth-annual-photo-contest.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/healthy-hike-cumberland-trail-section-to-alley-ford-february-27.htm Fri, 12 Feb 2016 04:49:00 EST Get out and explore YOUR Obed Wild & Scenic River. In celebration of the National Park Service Centennial, Obed is conducting a healthy hike along the Cumberland Trail section to Alley Ford on Saturday, February 27. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/healthy-hike-cumberland-trail-section-to-alley-ford-february-27.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/cumberland-trail-work-day.htm Fri, 15 Jan 2016 05:53:00 EST Tennessee Citizens for Wilderness Planning and Obed Wild and Scenic River will be hosting the annual Cumberland Trail Work Day on Saturday, February 20. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/cumberland-trail-work-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/free-camping-at-big-south-fork-and-obed-january-18-honoring-martin-luther-king-jr.htm Tue, 22 Dec 2015 08:37:00 EST On January 18, Big South Fork NRRA & Obed WSR will be observing Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birthday by authorizing one night of free camping at Alum Ford Campground (Big South Fork) and Rock Creek Campground (Obed) as well as for all backcountry permits. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/free-camping-at-big-south-fork-and-obed-january-18-honoring-martin-luther-king-jr.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Obed-Wins-Keeper-of-the-Light-Award-for-Climbing-Program.htm Tue, 10 Nov 2015 05:55:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River was recently awarded the prestigious Keeper of the Light award. The Keeper of the Light Award for Interpretation is the highest honor bestowed by the National Park Service Division of Interpretation and for the Southeast Region. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Obed-Wins-Keeper-of-the-Light-Award-for-Climbing-Program.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/urban-kids-rock-the-obed.htm Thu, 05 Nov 2015 07:10:00 EST Urban fourth graders from Lonsdale Elementary School recently completed their visits to the Obed Wild and Scenic River in late October. "Urban Kids Rock the Obed" was the title of the Ticket to Ride proposal that was awarded to the park this spring. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/urban-kids-rock-the-obed.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/big-south-fork-and-obed-waive-some-fees-for-veterans-day.htm Tue, 13 Oct 2015 12:14:00 EST On Veterans Day, or any day, honor those that have served and sacrificed for our country. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/big-south-fork-and-obed-waive-some-fees-for-veterans-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/civil-war-in-the-cumberland-plateau-event.htm Tue, 13 Oct 2015 09:59:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River announces a Civil War lecture and book signing November 7, beginning at 1:00 p.m. (ET). https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/civil-war-in-the-cumberland-plateau-event.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-10-15-primitive-bow-workshop.htm Tue, 06 Oct 2015 11:51:00 EST In celebration of the upcoming National Park Service centennial, Obed Wild & Scenic River, in partnership with bowyer Travis Gosnell, announces another primitive bow workshop on Thursday, October 15, 2015, at the Obed visitor center. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-10-15-primitive-bow-workshop.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/lilly-bridge-parking-and-jett-parking-closed-for-renovation.htm Tue, 06 Oct 2015 11:34:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River’s Lilly Bridge parking area and the Jett parking will be closed for pavement sealing and striping October 6-9, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/lilly-bridge-parking-and-jett-parking-closed-for-renovation.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/big-south-fork-and-obed-celebrate-national-public-lands-day-sept-26.htm Tue, 22 Sep 2015 07:26:00 EST Get outdoors and take part in the celebration for National Public Lands Day 2015. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/big-south-fork-and-obed-celebrate-national-public-lands-day-sept-26.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/16th-annual-obed-adopt-a-crag-a-huge-success.htm Mon, 21 Sep 2015 05:46:00 EST Over 80 volunteers participated in the recent 16th annual Adopt-A-Crag at the Obed Wild & Scenic River. The September 12 stewardship event was a partnership between the East Tennessee Climbers Coalition and the National Park Service that resulted in over 400 hours of volunteer service. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/16th-annual-obed-adopt-a-crag-a-huge-success.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-welcomes-fourth-grade-students-through-every-kid-in-a-park-initiative.htm Wed, 16 Sep 2015 07:50:00 EST The goal of the Every Kid in a Park program is to connect fourth graders with the great outdoors. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-welcomes-fourth-grade-students-through-every-kid-in-a-park-initiative.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/hog-hunting-permits-for-big-south-fork-and-obed-go-on-sale-starting-september-26.htm Wed, 16 Sep 2015 07:30:00 EST The permit costs $5.00 and is good for both Big South Fork and Obed. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/hog-hunting-permits-for-big-south-fork-and-obed-go-on-sale-starting-september-26.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-celebrates-national-park-service-99th-birthday-with-4th-annual-photo-reception.htm Mon, 31 Aug 2015 10:48:00 EST The National Park Service celebrated its 99th birthday on August 25. In honor of this milestone, Obed Wild & Scenic River recently hosted a combined birthday celebration and unveiling of the winners of the park’s fourth annual photography contest. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-celebrates-national-park-service-99th-birthday-with-4th-annual-photo-reception.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-primitive-bow-workshop-on-september-18.htm Mon, 31 Aug 2015 08:27:00 EST Participants still have time to put some work in on the nearly finished bow and its sister bow. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-primitive-bow-workshop-on-september-18.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-adoptacrag-celebrates-national-public-lands-day-on-september-12-2015.htm Fri, 28 Aug 2015 10:27:00 EST Volunteers are needed to help with several projects such as general trail maintenance and litter pickup. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-adoptacrag-celebrates-national-public-lands-day-on-september-12-2015.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/youth-finish-valuable-season-at-obed-wild-and-scenic-river.htm Wed, 26 Aug 2015 05:56:00 EST The crew members were selected from Morgan Central High School. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/youth-finish-valuable-season-at-obed-wild-and-scenic-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-primitive-bow-workshop-on-august-14.htm Mon, 10 Aug 2015 04:06:00 EST This program marks the one year anniversary of the Obed Wild and Scenic River's primitive bow workshops. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-primitive-bow-workshop-on-august-14.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/art-in-the-park-reception-2015-photo-contest-winners-will-be-unveiled.htm Mon, 10 Aug 2015 03:59:00 EST The event will include a display of photographs from the recent Obed photography contest. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/art-in-the-park-reception-2015-photo-contest-winners-will-be-unveiled.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/find-your-park-big-south-fork-and-obed-to-celebrate-the-national-park-services-99th-birthday-on-august-25.htm Mon, 27 Jul 2015 03:30:00 EST Visitors are encouraged to celebrate all that America's more than 400 national parks have to offer and try something new. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/find-your-park-big-south-fork-and-obed-to-celebrate-the-national-park-services-99th-birthday-on-august-25.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-coffee-and-climb-with-a-ranger-programs-on-saturday-august-1.htm Fri, 17 Jul 2015 11:15:00 EST This program is an opportunity for those who want to try the sport of rock climbing but did not know where to begin. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-coffee-and-climb-with-a-ranger-programs-on-saturday-august-1.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/once-in-a-blue-moon-night-sky-event-at-the-obed-on-july-31.htm Fri, 17 Jul 2015 11:01:00 EST All ages are welcome to attend this free event. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/once-in-a-blue-moon-night-sky-event-at-the-obed-on-july-31.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-coffee-and-climb-with-a-ranger-programs-on-saturday-june-6.htm Tue, 26 May 2015 09:47:00 EST Participants are welcome to attend one program or both. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-coffee-and-climb-with-a-ranger-programs-on-saturday-june-6.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/fish-with-a-ranger-at-the-obed-on-june-6.htm Tue, 26 May 2015 04:36:00 EST To participate in Fish with a Ranger, meet at Lilly Bridge at 7 a.m. (EDT). https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/fish-with-a-ranger-at-the-obed-on-june-6.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/rangers-hall-hudson-and-painter-receive-national-valor-award.htm Fri, 08 May 2015 05:28:00 EST The award was bestowed for an incident that started around midnight on May 11, 2014. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/rangers-hall-hudson-and-painter-receive-national-valor-award.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/primitive-bow-workshop-at-obed-visitor-center-on-may-14.htm Fri, 01 May 2015 04:28:00 EST The workshop is wheelchair accessible. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/primitive-bow-workshop-at-obed-visitor-center-on-may-14.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-rock-climbing-and-paddling-program-for-sixth-grade-homeschooled-students-on-may-18.htm Fri, 01 May 2015 04:13:00 EST Students spend an entire day with National Park Service rangers. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-rock-climbing-and-paddling-program-for-sixth-grade-homeschooled-students-on-may-18.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/bill-harper-to-be-featured-at-memories-of-the-obed-on-saturday-may-9.htm Fri, 01 May 2015 04:02:00 EST Each month a different speaker shares their memories of life in the vicinity of the river https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/bill-harper-to-be-featured-at-memories-of-the-obed-on-saturday-may-9.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/annual-obed-clean-up-and-volunteer-appreciation-potluck-lunch-on-saturday-may-16-2015.htm Mon, 27 Apr 2015 03:53:00 EST Volunteers share their time and talents and are worth their weight in gold. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/annual-obed-clean-up-and-volunteer-appreciation-potluck-lunch-on-saturday-may-16-2015.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2014-tourism-to-obed-wsr-created-nearly-4-million-in-economic-benefits.htm Thu, 23 Apr 2015 06:28:00 EST A new National Park Service report shows that approximately 216,000 visitors to Obed Wild & Scenic River in 2014, spent $3.7 million in communities near the park. That spending supported 46 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2014-tourism-to-obed-wsr-created-nearly-4-million-in-economic-benefits.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Obed-Wild-and-Scenic-River-Announces-Junior-Ranger-Program-to-Celebrate-National-Junior-Ranger-Day.htm Thu, 23 Apr 2015 05:13:00 EST No reservations are required. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Obed-Wild-and-Scenic-River-Announces-Junior-Ranger-Program-to-Celebrate-National-Junior-Ranger-Day.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Big-South-Fork-and-Obed-Trails-Highlighted-in-the-Mountain-Laurel-Walks-Celebration.htm Thu, 23 Apr 2015 04:57:00 EST The Mountain Laurel Walks is an annual celebration of late spring in the Upper Cumberland Plateau. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Big-South-Fork-and-Obed-Trails-Highlighted-in-the-Mountain-Laurel-Walks-Celebration.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Potters-Falls-Hemlock-Treatment-Workshop-and-Clean-Up-on-Saturday-May-2.htm Wed, 22 Apr 2015 03:14:00 EST This free workshop will teach local landowners how to protect hemlock trees from the deadly Hemlock Woolly Adelgid. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Potters-Falls-Hemlock-Treatment-Workshop-and-Clean-Up-on-Saturday-May-2.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Obed-Coffee-and-Climb-with-a-Ranger-Programs-on-Saturday-May-2.htm Wed, 22 Apr 2015 03:09:00 EST No reservations are necessary for these free events. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Obed-Coffee-and-Climb-with-a-Ranger-Programs-on-Saturday-May-2.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Obed-Wild-and-Scenic-River-to-Host-Exhibition-Featuring-Watercolors-by-Tony-Kampwerth.htm Mon, 20 Apr 2015 11:54:00 EST The two hour reception will include music and light refreshments https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Obed-Wild-and-Scenic-River-to-Host-Exhibition-Featuring-Watercolors-by-Tony-Kampwerth.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Obed-Wild-and-Scenic-River-Celebrates-National-Park-Week-with-April-24-Reception-and-Book-Signing.htm Mon, 13 Apr 2015 11:30:00 EST The two hour reception will include music and light refreshments. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Obed-Wild-and-Scenic-River-Celebrates-National-Park-Week-with-April-24-Reception-and-Book-Signing.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Obed-Wild-and-Scenic-River-Presents-Healthy-Hike-on-April-18.htm Wed, 08 Apr 2015 10:25:00 EST This month's healthy hike will be a 3.8 mile hike out the Point Trail. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Obed-Wild-and-Scenic-River-Presents-Healthy-Hike-on-April-18.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Find-Your-Park-Big-South-Fork-and-Obed-to-Celebrate-National-Park-Week-2015-with-Free-Camping.htm Mon, 06 Apr 2015 03:12:00 EST National Park Week will kick off with free backcountry camping permits as well as free camping. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Find-Your-Park-Big-South-Fork-and-Obed-to-Celebrate-National-Park-Week-2015-with-Free-Camping.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Obed-Preschool-Story-Time-on-Friday-April-10.htm Mon, 06 Apr 2015 03:09:00 EST Children are encouraged to bring their favorite book to be read by a ranger. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Obed-Preschool-Story-Time-on-Friday-April-10.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Obed-Wild-and-Scenic-River-Announces-Wildflower-Walk-to-Kick-Off-National-Park-Week-on-Saturday-April-18.htm Mon, 06 Apr 2015 03:04:00 EST This two mile walk will highlight some of the local wildflowers and beautiful views of the Obed. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Obed-Wild-and-Scenic-River-Announces-Wildflower-Walk-to-Kick-Off-National-Park-Week-on-Saturday-April-18.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Star-Party-at-the-Obed-Wild-and-Scenic-River.htm Mon, 06 Apr 2015 02:59:00 EST The program will begin at the Lilly Overlook parking area at 7:30 p.m. (ET). https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Star-Party-at-the-Obed-Wild-and-Scenic-River.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Obed-Wild-and-Scenic-River-Announces-Birding-Walk-with-Dr-Charles-P-Nicholson-on-Saturday-May-9.htm Mon, 06 Apr 2015 02:49:00 EST Over 160 bird species have been documented in the Obed Wild and Scenic River. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Obed-Wild-and-Scenic-River-Announces-Birding-Walk-with-Dr-Charles-P-Nicholson-on-Saturday-May-9.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Obed-Coffee-and-Climb-with-a-Ranger-Programs-on-Saturday-April-4.htm Fri, 27 Mar 2015 11:02:00 EST Attend one program or both. No reservations are necessary for these free events. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Obed-Coffee-and-Climb-with-a-Ranger-Programs-on-Saturday-April-4.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Obed-Primitive-Bow-Workshop-on-March-19.htm Tue, 10 Mar 2015 04:25:00 EST Travis Gosnell built his first bow as a child and has always enjoyed a good challenge. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Obed-Primitive-Bow-Workshop-on-March-19.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Next-Obed-Healthy-Hike-on-March-21.htm Tue, 10 Mar 2015 03:03:00 EST Meet at 3 p.m. (ET) in the Lilly Overlook parking area. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Next-Obed-Healthy-Hike-on-March-21.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Star-Party-at-the-Obed-Wild-and-Scenic-River-on-March-14.htm Mon, 09 Mar 2015 04:18:00 EST This program will touch on light pollution and the effects it is having one cosystems around the world. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Star-Party-at-the-Obed-Wild-and-Scenic-River-on-March-14.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Owl-Prowl-at-the-Obed-on-March-20.htm Mon, 09 Mar 2015 03:59:00 EST Reservations are not necessary for this free event, which should conclude by 9 p.m. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Owl-Prowl-at-the-Obed-on-March-20.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Obed-Preschool-Story-Time-on-Friday-March-13.htm Mon, 09 Mar 2015 03:50:00 EST This is a free event, and no reservations are required. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Obed-Preschool-Story-Time-on-Friday-March-13.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Pioneer-Whitewater-Paddlers-Dick-Gammage-and-Grimes-Slaughter-to-Speak-at-Obed-Program-on-March-14.htm Mon, 09 Mar 2015 03:14:00 EST The Memories of the Obed is part of a series of regular programs that explores the unique river-related memories of local individuals. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/Pioneer-Whitewater-Paddlers-Dick-Gammage-and-Grimes-Slaughter-to-Speak-at-Obed-Program-on-March-14.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/annual-cumberland-trail-work-day-rescheduled-for-march-21.htm Mon, 02 Mar 2015 02:38:00 EST The event is expected to conclude around 4:30 p.m. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/annual-cumberland-trail-work-day-rescheduled-for-march-21.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-coffee-and-climb-with-a-ranger-programs-on-saturday-march-7.htm Mon, 02 Mar 2015 02:22:00 EST No reservations are necessary for these free events. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-coffee-and-climb-with-a-ranger-programs-on-saturday-march-7.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-preschool-story-time-on-friday-march-6.htm Mon, 02 Mar 2015 02:07:00 EST This is a free event, and no reservations are required. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-preschool-story-time-on-friday-march-6.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-annual-photo-contest-accepting-entries.htm Thu, 19 Feb 2015 07:58:00 EST Entries must be received no later than July 21, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-annual-photo-contest-accepting-entries.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-program-on-the-flood-of-1929.htm Thu, 19 Feb 2015 05:55:00 EST No reservations are necessary for this free program. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-program-on-the-flood-of-1929.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-presents-primitive-bow-workshop.htm Mon, 09 Feb 2015 02:43:00 EST Visitors will have the opportunity to help in the process of building a primitive bow. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-presents-primitive-bow-workshop.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/annual-cumberland-trail-work-day-on-february-21.htm Mon, 09 Feb 2015 02:34:00 EST Volunteers should meet at Rock Creek Campground at 10:00 a.m. (EST). https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/annual-cumberland-trail-work-day-on-february-21.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-preschool-story-time-on-friday-february-13.htm Mon, 09 Feb 2015 02:30:00 EST This is a free event, and no reservations are required. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-preschool-story-time-on-friday-february-13.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-presents-healthy-hike-for-valentines-day.htm Mon, 09 Feb 2015 02:26:00 EST Ranger Hall will lead this short, less than a mile, hike out the Emory River nature trail. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-presents-healthy-hike-for-valentines-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/free-camping-at-big-south-fork-and-obed-for-presidents-day-weekend.htm Mon, 09 Feb 2015 01:48:00 EST Take this opportunity to experience the unique serenity of camping during the winter. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/free-camping-at-big-south-fork-and-obed-for-presidents-day-weekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-preschool-story-time-on-friday-february-6.htm Tue, 03 Feb 2015 05:32:00 EST The event takes place at the Obed visitor center. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-preschool-story-time-on-friday-february-6.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-coffee-and-climb-with-a-ranger-programs-on-saturday.htm Tue, 03 Feb 2015 05:25:00 EST No reservations are necessary for these free events. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-coffee-and-climb-with-a-ranger-programs-on-saturday.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/george-dagley-jr-to-be-featured-at-memories-of-the-obed-on-saturday-february-14.htm Tue, 27 Jan 2015 04:18:00 EST Mr. Dagley is the son of George Dagley, Sr., who was the Morgan County mayor during the 1930s. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/george-dagley-jr-to-be-featured-at-memories-of-the-obed-on-saturday-february-14.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/conservation-group-purchases-land-at-obed-wild-and-scenic-river.htm Fri, 23 Jan 2015 02:17:00 EST Both tracts adjoin other Obed park lands and contain prime examples of the remarkable resources that the park was established to preserve. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/conservation-group-purchases-land-at-obed-wild-and-scenic-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-preschool-story-time-on-friday-january-23.htm Fri, 16 Jan 2015 02:41:00 EST Children are encouraged to bring their favorite book to be read by a ranger. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-preschool-story-time-on-friday-january-23.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-to-host-small-mammal-childrens-program-on-january-24.htm Fri, 16 Jan 2015 02:36:00 EST Participants will learn about the many different small mammals. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-to-host-small-mammal-childrens-program-on-january-24.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/rock-creek-campground-closed-during-second-phase-of-renovation.htm Mon, 12 Jan 2015 02:37:00 EST The closure will allow the park to install a new comfort station. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/rock-creek-campground-closed-during-second-phase-of-renovation.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-presents-first-healthy-hike-of-the-year.htm Mon, 05 Jan 2015 02:39:00 EST Participants meet at 1 p.m. EST in the Lilly Overlook parking area on January 10. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-presents-first-healthy-hike-of-the-year.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/free-camping-at-big-south-fork-and-obed-on-martin-luther-king-jr-day.htm Mon, 05 Jan 2015 02:25:00 EST This is a day to honor King's principles. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/free-camping-at-big-south-fork-and-obed-on-martin-luther-king-jr-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/primitive-bow-workshop-at-the-obed-visitor-center-on-january-15.htm Tue, 30 Dec 2014 08:58:00 EST The program begins at 5 p.m. EST. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/primitive-bow-workshop-at-the-obed-visitor-center-on-january-15.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-weekly-preschool-story-time-on-friday-january-9.htm Tue, 30 Dec 2014 08:46:00 EST The event takes place at the Obed visitor center. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-weekly-preschool-story-time-on-friday-january-9.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/coffee-and-climb-with-a-ranger-programs-on-saturday-january-3-at-the-obed.htm Tue, 23 Dec 2014 02:36:00 EST No reservations are necessary for these free events. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/coffee-and-climb-with-a-ranger-programs-on-saturday-january-3-at-the-obed.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/trees-throughout-time-program-at-the-obed-on-saturday-december-20.htm Thu, 18 Dec 2014 02:48:00 EST The program will begin at the Lilly Bluff Overlook parking lot at 1 p.m. (EST) https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/trees-throughout-time-program-at-the-obed-on-saturday-december-20.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-river-biodiversity-talk-in-oak-ridge-on-december-17.htm Mon, 15 Dec 2014 01:52:00 EST The unique Obed River gorge of the Cumberland Plateau will be discussed. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-river-biodiversity-talk-in-oak-ridge-on-december-17.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-announces-weekly-preschool-story-time-on-friday-december-19.htm Tue, 09 Dec 2014 08:58:00 EST Children will get a chance to hear stories read by a National Park Service ranger. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-announces-weekly-preschool-story-time-on-friday-december-19.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/hog-hunting-season-is-in-effect-at-the-big-south-fork-and-obed.htm Mon, 08 Dec 2014 02:36:00 EST Wild hogs may be hunted with weapons legal for whatever season is open through February 28, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/hog-hunting-season-is-in-effect-at-the-big-south-fork-and-obed.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/primitive-bow-workshop-at-obed-visitor-center-on-december-11.htm Thu, 04 Dec 2014 03:21:00 EST The program begins at 5 p.m. EST https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/primitive-bow-workshop-at-obed-visitor-center-on-december-11.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-visitor-center-film-wins-national-award.htm Wed, 03 Dec 2014 01:39:00 EST Deb Tewell, NAI Event Manager, noted that "the award is being given to the best of the best." https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-visitor-center-film-wins-national-award.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-preschool-story-time-on-friday-december-5.htm Mon, 01 Dec 2014 02:58:00 EST This is a free event, and no reservations are required. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-preschool-story-time-on-friday-december-5.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/coffee-and-climb-with-a-ranger-programs-on-saturday-december-6-at-the-obed.htm Mon, 01 Dec 2014 02:47:00 EST Would be rock climbers of all ages are encouraged to attend. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/coffee-and-climb-with-a-ranger-programs-on-saturday-december-6-at-the-obed.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/native-american-way-of-life-talk-and-demonstration-at-obed.htm Mon, 24 Nov 2014 04:24:00 EST Standing Oak and Sparrow Hawk will be providing the demonstrations. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/native-american-way-of-life-talk-and-demonstration-at-obed.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/rock-creek-campground-closed-during-renovation.htm Wed, 12 Nov 2014 04:50:00 EST The campground will be closed through November 21. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/rock-creek-campground-closed-during-renovation.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/primitive-bow-workshop-on-thursday-november-13.htm Fri, 07 Nov 2014 03:37:00 EST The workshop is free to the public and all ages are welcome to attend. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/primitive-bow-workshop-on-thursday-november-13.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/long-time-wartburg-resident-nick-tanner-to-be-featured-guest-at-memories-of-obed-program-on-saturday-november-8.htm Thu, 30 Oct 2014 04:17:00 EST This program is one in a series of programs which explore the unique river-related memories of local individuals. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/long-time-wartburg-resident-nick-tanner-to-be-featured-guest-at-memories-of-obed-program-on-saturday-november-8.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-announces-coffee-with-a-ranger-and-climb-with-a-ranger-programs-on-saturday-november-1.htm Mon, 20 Oct 2014 04:29:00 EST Come join National Park Service rangers for a free cup of coffee! https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-announces-coffee-with-a-ranger-and-climb-with-a-ranger-programs-on-saturday-november-1.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/rock-creek-campground-closed-november-3-14-during-renovation.htm Tue, 07 Oct 2014 05:10:00 EST All campsites will be upgraded. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/rock-creek-campground-closed-november-3-14-during-renovation.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/they-passed-through-the-obed-ranger-talk-on-saturday-october-11.htm Fri, 03 Oct 2014 08:02:00 EST A ranger program about three famous people who once visited the Obed. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/they-passed-through-the-obed-ranger-talk-on-saturday-october-11.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/fifteenth-annual-obed-adopt-a-crag-is-a-huge-success.htm Tue, 30 Sep 2014 07:31:00 EST This stewardship event resulted in 400 hours of volunteer efforts. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/fifteenth-annual-obed-adopt-a-crag-is-a-huge-success.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-announces-coffee-with-a-ranger-and-climb-with-a-ranger-programs-on-saturday-october-4.htm Tue, 30 Sep 2014 07:17:00 EST No reservations are necessary for these free events. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-announces-coffee-with-a-ranger-and-climb-with-a-ranger-programs-on-saturday-october-4.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/celebrate-national-public-lands-day-at-the-obed-wild-and-scenic-river.htm Fri, 26 Sep 2014 09:53:00 EST One night of free camping at the Rock Creek Campground has been authorized for Saturday. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/celebrate-national-public-lands-day-at-the-obed-wild-and-scenic-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/yca-crew-at-the-obed.htm Thu, 14 Aug 2014 05:48:00 EST The 2014 YCA Crew at the Obed WSR. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/yca-crew-at-the-obed.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-awarded-southeast-region-keeper-of-the-light-award-for-national-park-in-your-backyard-program.htm Fri, 08 Aug 2014 11:26:00 EST Obed Wild & Scenic River was awarded the Keeper of the Light award for the "National Park in Your Backyard" program, which makes contact with every sixth grade class in Morgan County. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-awarded-southeast-region-keeper-of-the-light-award-for-national-park-in-your-backyard-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-tourism-grows.htm Mon, 21 Jul 2014 05:04:00 EST Tourism at the Obed Wild and Scenic River has grown during the past year. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-tourism-grows.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-preschool-story-time-on-friday-may-9.htm Tue, 06 May 2014 08:45:00 EST The event takes place at the Obed visitor center every Friday morning. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-preschool-story-time-on-friday-may-9.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-announces-premiere-of-new-park-movie.htm Wed, 02 Apr 2014 04:48:00 EST The premiere of the new park movie will be on Friday, May 23, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. (EDT) https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-announces-premiere-of-new-park-movie.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-preschool-story-time-on-friday-march-21.htm Thu, 13 Mar 2014 12:36:00 EST Children are encouraged to bring their favorite book to be read by a ranger. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-preschool-story-time-on-friday-march-21.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-announces-coffee-with-a-ranger-and-climb-with-a-ranger-programs-on-saturday-april-5.htm Thu, 13 Mar 2014 12:03:00 EST Two programs are being offered starting at 10:00 a.m. ET https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-announces-coffee-with-a-ranger-and-climb-with-a-ranger-programs-on-saturday-april-5.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-preschool-story-time-on-friday-march-14.htm Thu, 06 Mar 2014 08:23:00 EST Have a ranger read your favorite book! https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-preschool-story-time-on-friday-march-14.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-receives-grant-from-leidos-inc.htm Mon, 03 Mar 2014 03:20:00 EST This grant will be used to transport more than 200 sixth grade Morgan County students to the national park. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-receives-grant-from-leidos-inc.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/tourism-to-the-obed-wild-and-scenic-river-creates-3500000-in-economic-benefit.htm Mon, 03 Mar 2014 03:06:00 EST The peer-reviewed visitor spending analysis was conducted by U.S. Geological Survey economists for the National Park Service. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/tourism-to-the-obed-wild-and-scenic-river-creates-3500000-in-economic-benefit.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-survey-results.htm Thu, 15 Aug 2013 05:04:00 EST The Obed WSR Survey results from a 2012 survey have been tabulated. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-survey-results.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2013-obed-photo-contest.htm Thu, 04 Jul 2013 06:05:00 EST The 2013 Obed Photo Contest is now underway. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2013-obed-photo-contest.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/wi_fi-service-now-available-at-the-obed-visitor-center.htm Thu, 27 Jun 2013 08:36:00 EST The Obed WSR now has Wi-Fi Service! https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/wi_fi-service-now-available-at-the-obed-visitor-center.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-native-american-program.htm Sun, 23 Jun 2013 07:50:00 EST The Obed WSR will be having a Native American program on Saturday, June 28th. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-native-american-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/hike-with-rangers-and-their-dogs.htm Mon, 10 Jun 2013 07:49:00 EST We'll be having a Hike with Rangers and their Dogs on Friday, June 21st. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/hike-with-rangers-and-their-dogs.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/night-sounds-hike.htm Mon, 10 Jun 2013 07:32:00 EST The Obed WSR will be having a Night Sounds Hike on Saturday, June 15th. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/night-sounds-hike.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/fish-with-a-ranger.htm Thu, 06 Jun 2013 10:24:00 EST Our Fish with a Ranger Day is Saturday, June 8th. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/fish-with-a-ranger.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-announces-coffee-with-a-ranger-and-climb-with-a-ranger-programs-on-saturday-june-1st.htm Mon, 27 May 2013 08:52:00 EST Meet at Lilly Bridge 8:30 a.m. EDT for a free cup of coffee. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-announces-coffee-with-a-ranger-and-climb-with-a-ranger-programs-on-saturday-june-1st.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-backcountry-camping-and-wild-hog-hunting-permits-now-available-online.htm Wed, 23 Jan 2013 06:44:00 EST Visitors now have unlimited access to obtain a permit https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wild-and-scenic-river-backcountry-camping-and-wild-hog-hunting-permits-now-available-online.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/visitor-use-survey.htm Thu, 30 Aug 2012 12:37:00 EST The Obed WSR will be having a Visitor Use Survey in September, 2012. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/visitor-use-survey.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-river-history-program.htm Thu, 23 Aug 2012 09:26:00 EST The Obed WSR will have a River History Program on Saturday, September 29th. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-river-history-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/owl-prowl-at-the-obed.htm Thu, 23 Aug 2012 05:46:00 EST A Barred Owl is one owl which we hope to come across during our Owl Prowl this August. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/owl-prowl-at-the-obed.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/art-in-the-park.htm Mon, 30 Jul 2012 07:33:00 EST The Art in the Park Reception will be held on Saturday, August 25th. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/art-in-the-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/tennessee-fishing-licenses.htm Fri, 13 Jul 2012 11:04:00 EST Be sure to get your Tennessee Hunting and Fishing Licenses! https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/tennessee-fishing-licenses.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/nps-seeks-comments-on-pest-management-plan.htm Mon, 02 Jul 2012 05:45:00 EST The NPS seeks comments on the Pest Management PLan. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/nps-seeks-comments-on-pest-management-plan.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/animal-tracks-program.htm Fri, 29 Jun 2012 09:44:00 EST The Obed Animal Tracks Program will take place on Saturday, June 30th. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/animal-tracks-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-rock-climbing-expedition.htm Sun, 17 Jun 2012 05:03:00 EST The fifth annual Obed Rock Climbing Expedition will be held on Saturday, July 14th. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-rock-climbing-expedition.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-photo-contest.htm Fri, 15 Jun 2012 09:30:00 EST The Obed Photo Contest nears its end on July 1st. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-photo-contest.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-critters-in-the-creek.htm Fri, 15 Jun 2012 08:40:00 EST The Obed Critters in the Creek program will be held again on Saturday, June 23rd. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-critters-in-the-creek.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-nature-hike.htm Fri, 15 Jun 2012 08:11:00 EST The Obed Nature Hike will be held on Saturday, June 16. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-nature-hike.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/fee-free-days-for-2012.htm Mon, 17 Oct 2011 09:30:00 EST The National Park Service announces its Fee-Free Days for 2012. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/fee-free-days-for-2012.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/public-comments-sought.htm Thu, 28 Jul 2011 06:17:00 EST Public Comments are sought for the recent draft of the Non-federal Oil and Gas Management Plan. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/public-comments-sought.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-climbing-expedition.htm Sun, 19 Jun 2011 20:00:00 EST The Obed Wild and Scenic River will be holding its 4th Annual Rock Climbing Expedition on Saturday, July 23rd. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-climbing-expedition.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-at-the-library.htm Sat, 11 Jun 2011 20:00:00 EST A park ranger from the Obed WSR will visit the Oliver Springs Library on Tuesday, June 28th. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-at-the-library.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-kids-fishing-tournament.htm Sat, 11 Jun 2011 20:00:00 EST The Obed Wild and Scenic River enjoyed its first Kids Fishing Tournament on Saturday, June 11th. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-kids-fishing-tournament.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-meet-and-greet-event.htm Sat, 11 Jun 2011 20:00:00 EST Obed WSR holds a Meet and Greet Event on Friday, June 24th, from 2-6 p.m. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-meet-and-greet-event.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/nature-conservancy-dedication.htm Fri, 03 Jun 2011 20:00:00 EST The Nature Conservancy received a gift of land on June 4th. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/nature-conservancy-dedication.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/science-camp.htm Thu, 02 Jun 2011 20:00:00 EST The Obed WSR participated in Science Camp on Tuesday, May 31st. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/science-camp.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/kids-fishing-tournament.htm Sun, 22 May 2011 20:00:00 EST Join us on Saturday, June 11th, as we hold our first Obed Kids Fishing Tournament. This free event runs from 10:00 a.m. (Eastern time) to 2:00 p.m. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/kids-fishing-tournament.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2011-cleanup.htm Tue, 10 May 2011 20:00:00 EST Obed Wild and Scenic River hosts a clean-up day on May 21 as part of the National River Clean-Up. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2011-cleanup.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2011-park-week.htm Fri, 15 Apr 2011 20:00:00 EST The Obed Wild and Scenic River recently celebrated National Park Week in April with several fun and educational activities. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/2011-park-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-visitor-center-holiday-closures.htm Wed, 13 Dec 2006 19:00:00 EST The Obed WSR Visitor Center will be closed on Christmas Day and New Year's Day. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/obed-wsr-visitor-center-holiday-closures.htm https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/new-nps-pass-program.htm Tue, 12 Dec 2006 19:00:00 EST The National Park Service announces a new interagency pass program. https://www.nps.gov/obed/learn/news/new-nps-pass-program.htm