8:00 AM: Morning Yoga @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 6, 2025
Join SIR Evan for a relaxing yoga experience at the George Hole. Yoga mats will be not provided, so please bring your own if possible. Registration is not required for this event. People of all ages are welcome!
11:00 AM: Native Plant Hike @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 6, 2025
Join SIR Joy at the Fall Creek Falls overlook parking lot to hike the woodland trails. Not only will guests be able to see the picturesque overlooks of the park, they will also be guided in identification of Tennessee’s common native plants. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water as this hike is moderately strenuous.
4:00 PM: Pontoon Tour @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 6, 2025
Meet SIR Joy at the boat dock at 4:00pm for a scenic tour of Fall Creek Falls Lake! Register online or call the boat dock at (423) 881-5500 to register. Same day registration will also be available at the boat dock depending on availability. The ride will be limited to 10 passengers, with adults starting at $15 and children (16 and under) at $10. Children 12 and under must wear life jackets when aboard the pontoon boat.
5:00 PM: Guided Kayak Tour @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 6, 2025
Meet S.I.R. Lacy at the Boat Dock at 5:00 pm for a scenic paddle on Fall Creek Falls Lake! Go online (https://reserve.tnstateparks.com/register/guided-kayak-tour-6625) or call the boat dock at 423-881-5500 to register! Same day registration will also be available at the boat dock depending on availability. Limited to 10 participants.
7:00 PM: Sunset Pontoon Tour @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 6, 2025
Meet SIR Lacy at the boat dock at 7:00pm for a scenic tour of Fall Creek Falls Lake! Register online or call the boat dock at (423) 881-5500 to register. Same day registration will also be available at the boat dock depending on availability. The ride will be limited to 10 passengers, with adults starting at $15 and children (16 and under) at $10. Children 12 and under must wear life jackets when aboard the pontoon boat.
9:00 AM: Basics of Fishing @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 7, 2025
Join SIR Evan at the boat dock for a fun and informative introduction to fishing! We'll start by going over basic gear, how to cast, and how to identify common fish in the area. Then, we'll put our new skills to test by fishing along the shoreline. No experience needed, and all ages are welcome! This program is limited to 10 participants. (All gear provided)
Join the Van Buren Chamber of Commerce for a relaxing, morning flow at Fall Creek Falls. Jordyn will lead us through an all levels yoga class overlooking the lake. Water and light refreshments provided. Yoga mats provided.
$10/person
To reserve a spot, email the Chamber of Commerce at vbchamber2024@gmail.com
10:00 AM: Amparo's Table @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 7, 2025
Every week Amparo has something fun set up at her table. It is different every week. Join her at the Nature Center to see what she has today! Amparo will be set up from 10am to 1pm.
1:00 PM: Pontoon Tour @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 7, 2025
Meet SIR Evan at the boat dock at 1:00pm for a scenic tour of Fall Creek Falls Lake! Register online or call the boat dock at (423) 881-5500 to register. Same day registration will also be available at the boat dock depending on availability. The ride will be limited to 10 passengers, with adults starting at $15 and children (16 and under) at $10. Children 12 and under must wear life jackets when aboard the pontoon boat.
3:00 PM: Nature Journaling @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 7, 2025
Join SIR Lacy in the Gilbert Gaul room to learn all about nature journaling! Participants will be making their very own nature journal and then we will walk around the area and see what we can find! (all supplies provided)
5:00 PM: National Trails Day Hike to the Base of Fall Creek Falls @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 7, 2025
Celebreate National Trails Day with Ranger Kelsey! We will embark on an evening hike to the base of Fall Creek Falls. This hike features unique views of the tallest waterfall East of the Rockies!
We will meet at the Fall Creek Falls Overlook at 5:00pm. We will hike 0.40 miles to the base of Fall Creek Falls and back for a total of 0.80 miles. Be advised that the Base of the Falls trail is very strenuous.
Remember to wear sturdy shoes and pack plenty of water!
7:00 PM: Sunset Pontoon Tour @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 7, 2025
Meet SIR Lacy at the boat dock at 7:00pm for a scenic tour of Fall Creek Falls Lake! Register online or call the boat dock at (423) 881-5500 to register. Same day registration will also be available at the boat dock depending on availability. The ride will be limited to 10 passengers, with adults starting at $15 and children (16 and under) at $10. Children 12 and under must wear life jackets when aboard the pontoon boat.
9:00 AM: Early Bird Lakeside Hike @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 8, 2025
Join SIR Joy at the Lake Trail to view Fall Creek Falls’ birds! This is a peaceful paved trail along Fall Creek Falls Lake to the lodge. Binoculars will be provided. We will meet at the parking lot on the northside of the dam.
10:00 AM: Guided Kayak Tour @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 8, 2025
Meet S.I.R. Lacy at the Boat Dock at 10:00 am for a scenic paddle on Fall Creek Falls Lake! Go online or call the boat dock at 423-881-5500 to register! Same day registration will also be available at the boat dock depending on availability. Limited to 10 participants.
2:00 PM: Pawpaw Trail Tree ID Hike @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 8, 2025
Meet SIR Evan at the Nature Center for a guided hike! Learn to ID local species by leaves, bark, and more as we explore the forest together. Make sure to bring sturdy shoes and plenty of water. Hike will be 2.5 miles round trip. Registration is required.
2:00 PM: Pontoon Tour @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 8, 2025
Meet SIR Lacy at the Boat Dock at 2:00 pm for a scenic tour of Fall Creek Falls Lake! Go online or call the boat dock at 423-881-5500 to register! Same day registration will also be available at the boat dock depending on availability. 10 people per tour. $15/Adult $10/Children 16 & Under
9:00 AM: Invasive Species Removal @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 9, 2025
Come help us remove invasive species at Fall Creek Falls State Park! We will be focusing on removing Autumn Olive around the south entrance of the park. Meet at the Visitor's Center to caravan/carpool to our work location. Make sure to bring gloves, snacks, and plenty of water! Please remember to wear sturdy shoes.
Make sure to bring gloves, snacks, and plenty of water! Please remember to wear sturdy shoes.
10:00 AM: Pontoon Tour @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 9, 2025
Meet SIR Joy at the boat dock at 10:00 a.m. for a scenic tour of Fall Creek Falls Lake! Register online or call the boat dock at (423) 881-5500 to register. Same-day registration will also be available at the boat dock, depending on availability. The ride will be limited to 10 passengers, with adults starting at $15 and children (16 and under) at $10. Children 12 and under must wear life jackets when aboard the pontoon boat.
11:00 AM: Guided Kayak Tour @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 9, 2025
Meet S.I.R. Evan at the Boat Dock at 11:00 am for a scenic paddle on Fall Creek Falls Lake! Go online or call the boat dock at 423-881-5500 to register! Same day registration will also be available at the boat dock depending on availability. Limited to 10 participants. $10/person
12:00 PM: Egg Carton Caterpillars @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 9, 2025
Tennessee is home to around 130 different butterfly species! Learn more about them while painting and crafting egg carton caterpillars with SIR Joy! Materials will be provided. Limited capacity of 15
2:00 PM: Fossil Discovery Hike at Wheeler Farm @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 9, 2025
Join S.I.R. Evan at the Wheeler Farm Trailhead for a fossil discovery hike! We will be hiking down into Cane Creek Gorge to look for fossils. During this hike, we will stop along some unique landmarks and discuss the geologic history of Fall Creek Falls State Park. Make sure to bring sturdy shoes and plenty of water. Registration is required.
9:00 AM: 4 Waterfalls Hike @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 10, 2025
Meet SIR Joy at the Nature Center for a 2.5 mile hike to see 4 of Fall Creek Falls' scenic waterfalls! Please bring water and wear sturdy shoes. Registration is required. Maximum capacity of 10 participants.
11:00 AM: Cane Creek Aquatics Crawl @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 11, 2025
Cool off and explore Cane Creek with SIR Lacy during this hands-on aquatics adventure! We'll wade into the water to search for and identify aquatic insects, fish, amphibians, and more. Learn how these tiny creatures help us understand the health of our streams, and discover what makes our freshwater ecosystems so unique. Wear shoes and clothes that can get wet. Bringing water and sunscreen is also recommended. This program is open to all ages!
2:00 PM: Painting at The Lodge @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 11, 2025
Come join SIR Lacy for an afternoon painting session on the dock at the lodge! Registration for the session is free with a limited capacity of 15 participants. Materials will be provided (Paint, paint brushes, water cups, etc.). Participants may also bring personal painting supplies if preferred.
10:00 AM: Pontoon Tour @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 12, 2025
Meet SIR Lacy at the Boat Dock at 10:00 am for a scenic tour of Fall Creek Falls Lake! Go online or call the boat dock at 423-881-5500 to register! Same day registration will also be available at the boat dock depending on availability. 10 people per tour. $15/Adult $10/Children 16 and Under
1:00 PM: Pinecone Bird Feeders @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 12, 2025
Meet SIR Lacy in the Gilbert Gaul room for a fun afternoon making pinecone bird feeders! We will also being learning about some of our native birds in Fall Creek Falls. Registration is required. (Peanut butter will be used for the bird feeder)
2:00 PM: Tree ID Hike at PawPaw Trail @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 12, 2025
Meet SIR Evan at 2:00 pm the Nature Center for a guided hike! Learn to ID local species by leaves, bark, and more as we explore the forest together. Make sure to bring sturdy shoes and plenty of water. Registration is required.
9:00 AM: Early Bird Lakeside Hike @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 13, 2025
Join SIR Joy at the Lake Trail to view Fall Creek Falls’ birds! This is a peaceful paved trail along Fall Creek Falls Lake to the lodge. Binoculars will be provided. We will meet at the parking lot on the northside of the dam.
3:00 PM: Jumping Frog Craft @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 13, 2025
Meet SIR Lacy at the campground A pavilion for an afternoon jumping frog craft! We will be learning about our native frogs while making our very own to take home! All materials will be provided.
3:00 PM: Pontoon Tour @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 13, 2025
Meet SIR Evan at the boat dock at 3:00pm for a scenic tour of Fall Creek Falls Lake! Register online or call the boat dock at (423) 881-5500 to register. Same day registration will also be available at the boat dock depending on availability. The ride will be limited to 10 passengers, with adults starting at $15 and children (16 and under) at $10. Children 12 and under must wear life jackets when aboard the pontoon boat.
5:00 PM: Pontoon Tour @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 13, 2025
Meet SIR Lacy at the Boat Dock at 5:00 pm for a scenic tour of Fall Creek Falls Lake! Go online or call the boat dock at 423-881-5500 to register! Same day registration will also be available at the boat dock depending on availability. 10 people per tour. $15/Adult $10/Children 16 and under
8:00 PM: Campfire Basics and Safety @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 13, 2025
Meet SIR Evan at the campground A pavilion for a campfire building demonstration. In this program, we will discuss how to properly construct and extinguish a campfire. We will be serving smores as well! All ages are welcome.
2:00 PM: Native Plant Hike @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 14, 2025
Meet SIR Evan at 2:00 pm at the Fall Creek Falls overlook parking lot to hike the Woodland Trail. You will be guided in identification of Tennessee’s common native plants. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Registration is required.
5:00 PM: Pontoon Tour @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 14, 2025
Meet SIR Lacy at the Boat Dock at 5:00 pm for a scenic tour of Fall Creek Falls Lake! Go online or call the boat dock at 423-881-5500 to register! Same day registration will also be available at the boat dock depending on availability. 10 people per tour. $15/Adult $10/Children 16 and Under
7:00 PM: Sunset Pontoon Tour @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 14, 2025
Meet SIR Evan at the boat dock at 7:00pm for a scenic tour of Fall Creek Falls Lake! Register online or call the boat dock at (423) 881-5500 to register. Same day registration will also be available at the boat dock depending on availability. The ride will be limited to 10 passengers, with adults starting at $15 and children (16 and under) at $10. Children 12 and under must wear life jackets when aboard the pontoon boat.
9:00 AM: Pontoon Tour @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 15, 2025
Meet SIR Lacy at the boat dock at 9:00am for a scenic tour of Fall Creek Falls Lake! Register online or call the boat dock at (423) 881-5500 to register. Same day registration will also be available at the boat dock depending on availability. The ride will be limited to 10 passengers, with adults starting at $15 and children (16 and under) at $10. Children 12 and under must wear life jackets when aboard the pontoon boat.
1:00 PM: Bracelet Making @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 15, 2025
Meet SIRs Lacy and Joy at the Gilbert Gaul Room for afternoon bracelet making! We will lead guests through friendship bracelet crafting as well as beaded bracelets.
9:00 AM: Camps Gulf Cave Adventure @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 19, 2025
Join Fall Creek Falls State Park staff for an adventure in Camps Gulf Cave! We will meet in the Nature Center amphitheater at 9:00am. A shuttle will be provided to the trail head where we will hike approximately .80 miles to the cave entrance. This hike includes a small section of steep incline.
This program will last approximately 3-4 hours and includes navigating through uneven, rocky terrain and narrow spaces. Participants must be 10 years of age or older. All minors must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Remember to pack plenty of water and wear sturdy shoes. Small backpacks are allowed in the cave. All participants must READ and sign clean caving guideline form/liability waiver at the time of the tour.
9:00 AM: Camps Gulf Cave Adventure @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 27, 2025
Join Fall Creek Falls State Park staff for an adventure in Camps Gulf Cave! We will meet in the Nature Center ampitheatre at 9:00am. A shuttle will be provided to the trail head where we will hike approximately .80 miles to the cave entrance. This hike includes a small section of steep incline.
This program will last approximately 3-4 hours and includes navigating through uneven, rocky terrain and narrow spaces. Participants must be 10 years of age or older. All minors must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Remember to pack plenty of water and wear sturdy shoes. Small backpacks are allowed in the cave. All participants must READ and sign clean caving guideline form/liability waiver at the time of the tour.
2:00 PM: Camps Gulf Cave Adventure @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 27, 2025
Join Fall Creek Falls State Park staff for an adventure in Camps Gulf Cave! We will meet in the Nature Center ampitheatre at 2:00pm. A shuttle will be provided to the trail head where we will hike approximately .80 miles to the cave entrance. This hike includes a small section of steep incline.
This program will last approximately 3-4 hours and includes navigating through uneven, rocky terrain and narrow spaces. Participants must be 10 years of age or older. All minors must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Remember to pack plenty of water and wear sturdy shoes. Small backpacks are allowed in the cave. All participants must READ and sign clean caving guideline form/liability waiver at the time of the tour.
10:00 AM: Amparo's Table @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– June 28, 2025
Every week Amparo has something fun set up at her table. It is different every week. Join her at the Nature Center to see what she has today! Amparo will be set up from 10am to 1pm.
10:00 AM: Amparo's Table @ Fall Creek Falls State Park
– July 5, 2025
Every week Amparo has something fun set up at her table. It is different every week. Join her at the Nature Center to see what she has today! Amparo will be set up from 10am to 1pm.
