Clearing a Path

Art Walk rendering

Work has begun to remove railroad tracks to make way for the planned South Knoxville art walk and greenway.

Bridging the French Broad

Newmans Island photo

A new pedestrian bridge will unify an expanding Seven Islands State Birding Park, thanks to a conservation grant and a longtime benefactor.

Blazing a Water Trail

Beaver Creek photo.

Local kayakers, Knox County and other partners are working to make Beaver Creek a premier paddling destination.

The Sublime in the City

Photo from River Bluff Wildlife Area

Visits to River Bluff Wildlife Area prompt musings on the Urban Wilderness and what it means.

Opening the Outdoors

Adaptive Trail on north side of Sharp's Ridge

An adaptive mountain bike trail on Sharp’s Ridge is the latest local project for Catalyst Sports, which makes adventure accessible.

Protect the Wild

Pete Mcbride at Legacy Parks Luncheon

Explorer Pete McBride draws a thread from the Grand Canyon to Knoxville at the Legacy Parks Foundation’s annual fundraiser.

Gateway Park Fleshed Out

A dispute between the city and the Legacy Parks Foundation does not dampen enthusiasm for a $10 million entrance to the Urban Wilderness.

From Parkway to Park

Baker Creek Preserve

A $10 million dollar entrance to the Urban Wilderness promises to transform the dead-end of James White Parkway.