In the Smokies: A Trip to Gregory's Bald in 1896

TitleIn the Smokies: A Trip to Gregory's Bald in 1896
Publication TypeMagazine Article
Year of Publication2004
AuthorsAnonymous
MagazineSmoky Mountain Historical Society Journal and Newsletter
Volume30
Issue Number2
Pages20-25
Date Publishedsummer
SubjectsCabins, Camping, Gant lots, Maryville, Personal narratives, Tourism
Description

A very thorough description, reprinted from The Clinton Republican, of a week spent camping in July. It mentions scenery, fording the Little River, Cade's Mountain, visiting mountain families, the view from the top of Gregory's Bald, lady-bugs that "swarmed by the quart," rainstorms, food, a Dunkard church service, and the return trip. Followed by a parody verse about the insects, food, and difficulties of camping in the Smokies, signed by G.D.B.

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