Environment and Conservation
Henry Horton State Park Seeks Public Input for Community Garden
Released on Tue, Feb 21, 2012 - 2:55 pm under
A Series of Meetings Planned in March to Solicit Interest and Discuss Plans
CHAPEL HILL, Tenn. – Tennessee State Parks announced today its plans to initiate a community garden at Henry Horton State Park and will hold a series of public discussions in March, designed to solicit input from local citizens and to engage participation.
Tims Ford State Park Seeks Public Input on Current Land Management Practices
Released on Thu, Feb 16, 2012 - 2:21 pm under
Community Meeting Slated for Monday, March 5
WINCHESTER, Tenn. – Tims Ford State Park will hold a community meeting on Monday, March 5, 2012, to discuss Tennessee State Parks’ current land management practices, which allow hunting on a portion of Tims Ford State Park property. Beginning at 7 p.m., the meeting will be held at the park’s recreation building and is open to the public.
Fall Creek Falls State Park to Hold Anniversary Event Feb. 15
Released on Mon, Feb 13, 2012 - 5:19 pm under
Celebration Will Help Commemorate Tennessee State Parks’ 75th Anniversary
PIKEVILLE, Tenn. – The year 2012 marks Tennessee State Parks’ 75th Anniversary and to help commemorate this important milestone, Fall Creek Falls State Park will hold a special community event on Feb. 15, beginning at 1 p.m.
Tennessee Historical Commission Announces February Meeting
Released on Fri, Feb 10, 2012 - 1:50 pm under
Columbia Meeting on Feb. 17 is Open to the Public
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Historical Commission announced today its regular meeting of the Commission members is scheduled for Friday, Feb. 17, at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Columbia, Tenn. The meeting will be held in the church’s parish hall, located at 311 West 7th Street, beginning at 9 a.m.
State Park Inns and Restaurants Offering Special Valentine’s Day Packages
Released on Tue, Feb 07, 2012 - 1:16 pm under
Make Plans Now to Spend Valentine’s Day with Tennessee State Parks
NASHVILLE – Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and for those looking for a “sweetheart” of a deal, several Tennessee State Parks are once again offering great packages. All eight state park restaurants will be open Tuesday, Feb. 14, most serving a special Valentine’s Day meal. Great overnight packages also are available at Tennessee State Parks’ six incredible inns.
Nominations are Open for Governor’s 2012 Environmental Stewardship Awards
Released on Wed, Jan 25, 2012 - 1:19 pm under
Environment and Conservation Seeks Environmental Achievers
NASHVILLE – The Department of Environment and Conservation is inviting Tennesseans to submit nominations for the Governor’s 2012 Environmental Stewardship Awards. The awards recognize Tennesseans who go above and beyond to protect the state’s diverse environment.
Haslam Announces $189,550 in Used Motor Oil Collection Grants
Released on Tue, Jan 24, 2012 - 1:44 pm under
Grants will help encourage proper collection of Used Motor Oil across Tennessee
NASHVILLE – Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam and Department of Environment and Conservation Commissioner Bob Martineau today announced $189,550 in collection grants to establish, upgrade and expand used motor oil collection centers in 15 communities across Tennessee.
Division of Archaeology’s 2012 Current Research Meeting Slated for January 27-28 in Nashville
Released on Fri, Jan 20, 2012 - 2:32 pm under
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Division of Archaeology and Middle Tennessee State University will host the 24th Current Research in Tennessee Archaeology meeting Jan. 27-28 in the Ed Jones Auditorium at the Ellington Agricultural Center in Nashville. The meeting is free and open to the public.
Parks and Recreation Grants Available to Local Communities
Released on Thu, Jan 19, 2012 - 11:52 am under
Environment and Conservation Will Host Grant Workshops Feb. 13
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation is now accepting applications for Local Parks and Recreation Fund grants to help communities create and expand parks and recreation services. The department is contacting local communities about the grant availability, and will host a series of workshops throughout the state on Monday, Feb. 13 to help communities understand the application process. The application deadline is June 29, 2012.
8th Annual Reelfoot Lake Eagle Festival Set for Feb. 3-5
Released on Tue, Jan 17, 2012 - 4:42 pm under
Celebrate the American Bald Eagle during Reelfoot Lake's 8th Annual Eagle Festival, Feb. 3-5
Northwest Tennessee Prepares for Its Most Prominent Winter Visitors
NASHVILLE – The winter pilgrimage of the majestic American Bald Eagle annually brings these fantastic creatures back to northwest Tennessee from their summer homes in the upper Great Lakes and Canada. With wingspans of six to eight feet and weights up to 16 pounds, the American Bald Eagle has been returning to the open water, marshes and cypress-laden sloughs of Reelfoot Lake for generations.
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