Warriors Path State Park Summer in the Park

NOTE: All activities meet in and near the park’s Main Campground, unless otherwise specified.
TUESDAY, MAY 30
12 NOON PACKING FOR THE TRAIL – Not sure what you need for the
trail? Find out what you DO and DON’T need to pack for a fun hike.
Meet at the Open Air Chapel (or main bath house if it’s raining).
3:00 PM SMOOTH, SPIKY, OR STICKY – Come get a FEEL for nature as
we use our sense of touch to explore the forest! Meet at the Open Air
Chapel for a hands-on walk. Don’t forget your water and sturdy,
closed-toed shoes!
5:00 PM LEAF ART – Explore the artistic side of nature as we make leaf
rubbings and decorate frames for our artwork! Meet at the main
bath house. We’ll supply the materials, you supply the creative
fingers.
7:00 PM MEET THE OWLS – Meet some real live feathered hunters. Come
to the Open Air Chapel and see “whooo…” is waiting for you. If it is
raining, meet at the main bath house.
9:00 PM NIGHT HIKE TO SINKING WATERS – It’s a whole different
world out there at night! Tonight is our chance to discover the peace
and the excitement of a night in the Sinking Waters wetland. Bring
a dim flashlight and drive to the camp store. We’ll carpool out to the
park back country.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 31
9:30 AM WAKE UP WALK – Let’s wake up our senses to morning in the
forest. Meet at the main bath house for a refreshing morning walk.
11:30 AM SPOTLIGHT STROLL – Let’s shine our light on some bright
natural discoveries. Meet at the camp store to begin a short, sunlit
hike.
3:00 PM TAG – You’re it! You’re the one we need to make all these great tag
games work. Meet at the Open Air Chapel for all kinds of tag games.
If it is raining, meet at the main bath house.
5:00 PM BEACH SEARCH – The lakeshore is full of tiny beaches, full of
signs of wildlife and clues to the people who once traveled here.
Each wave brings us new things to find! Meet at the main bath
house to begin our natural “treasure hunt.”
Welcome to Warriors’ Path State Park! We hope you will enjoy your
visit! While you are with us, we invite you to take advantage of the rich
natural beauty and wealth of opportunities for enjoyable recreation here at
the park.
WEDNESDAY, CONTINUED
7:00 PM SKY WHEELS – Which stars will be out tonight? Create your very own
star-watching tool! We’ll make paper planispheres to help us know the stars
and constellations. Meet at the Open Air Chapel, or main bath house if it’s
raining
9:00 PM STAR GAZING – There’s a universe waiting to be discovered just above our
heads. Let’s look up and wonder at the stars. Meet at the campfire circle,
east end of the main campground. In case of rain, meet at the pool entrance
for some night sky legends.
THURSDAY, JUNE 1
9:30 AM SINKING WATERS RIDGE HIKE – Explore succession – the changing
face of nature – on the first loop of the Sinking Waters Trail. We’ll discover
the woodlands changing all around us! Drive to the camp store, and we’ll
carpool to the start of the trail.
11:00 AM MYSTERY ANIMAL BINGO – Test your knowledge of park wildlife with
this new twist on a good-old old game. You might even win a prize! Meet at
the Open Air Chapel, or main bath house if it is raining.
1:00 PM CRITTER SNACKS – Let’s make a snack for our feathered and furry
friends! Meet at the Open Air Chapel, and you’ll be able to bring back
home your own little “critter feeder.” In case of rain, meet at the main
bath house.
3:00 PM ID THE TREE – “Wood” you like to know what tree you are camping
under? You don’t want to “leaf” the park without finding out! Meet at the
main bath house, and we’ll learn some local trees together.
5:00 PM NATURE GAMES – Don’t miss the natural fun – for the young or the
young-at-heart! Meet at the Open Air Chapel for some lively games about
our natural world. If it’s raining, meet at the main bath house.
7:00 PM WET WORLDS – For us, the lake is a place to go boating or fishing. But for
the micro-world of plankton, it’s a home. Come help us sample this
incredible world of tiny lives floating in lake water. Meet at the main bath
house, and we’ll stroll on down to the shore.
9:00 PM DRAGONFLIES – These fascinating insects have some amazing life stories
to tell. Come enjoy a slide-illustrated talk about these “bugs” that zip
through the summer skies. Meet at the Open Air Chapel, or the pool
entrance if it’s raining.
FRIDAY, JUNE 2
9:30 AM WETLAND WALK – Wetlands are wet, and full of life! Come along for a
soggy hike near Fall Creek, on the far side of the Devil’s Backbone. We
might even spot a few dragonflies! Drive to the camp store, and we’ll
carpool.
12 NOON SOIL CREATURES – It’s not just plain old “dirt!” Come “dig into” some
new discoveries about the soil beneath our feet. Meet at the Open Air
Chapel.
FRIDAY, CONTINUED
2:30 PM BIKE HIKE TO THE OVERLOOK -Let’s travel together, on bicycle and
on foot, to search for signs of the people and the wildlife that have traveled
here. Pedal on down to the camper check-in station. Note that ALL riders
MUST wear a bicycle helmet. Children 10 or under must be accompanied by
an adult!
5:00 PM CHEROKEE GAMES – Let’s play some traditional Cherokee games. See
what life was like for Native American children, before the days of video
games! Meet at the Open Air Chapel, or main bath house if it is raining.
7:00 PM TREE TOOLS – How big is that tree? How old is it? What wildlife could be
hiding in it? Come see and try out some of the tools that foresters use to
study and protect our native trees. Meet at the Open Air Chapel, or main
bath house if it is raining.
9:00 PM FOREST TREES – Take a “hike” from the comfort of your seat. Enjoy a
“tour” of our nearby forest habitats using words and pictures. After the slide
show, we’ll share a demonstration of how to identify our local trees. Meet at
the Open Air Chapel, or pool entrance if it is raining.
SATURDAY, JUNE 3 – NATIONAL TRAILS DAY
9:30 AM NATIONAL TRAIL DAY “WAHOO HIKE” – Celebrate National Trails
Day on a great 4 mile hike rich in nature discovery and local history.
Discover evidence of earlier travelers along the Warriors’ Path as we travel
part of an official National Recreational Trail!Be sure to come dressed for
the weather and for hiking over some rocky and uneven terrain. Wear good
walking shoes, and bring along some water and a snack.Meet at the
Warriors’ Path State Park mountain bike trail parking lot
11:30 AM 100 INCH HIKE – Especially for small, tired feet! Discover life on the tiny
side. This will also be a great chance to catch a critter for the races! Meet at
the main bath house.
12 NOON CRITTER RACE FOR FREEDOM – Bring your best creepy crawler to the
main bath house. They’ll all win, because they’ll all get their freedom. No
pets or flying creatures please.
3:00 PM CREEK WALK – Get on your old clothes and tennis shoes. It’s time to
explore the cool, clear creek waters. We’ll discover a world of amazing life.
Drive to the camp store, and we’ll carpool. Be prepared to get wet!
5:00 PM CRITTER KEEPERS – Want to get a closer look at the little things in
nature? Let’s make some “temporary tents” for tiny bugs. Meet at the main
bath house. Bring along a clear plastic container if you have one.
6:00 PM 4-SQUARE – Come enjoy some fast-paced fun! How fast can you keep the
ball bouncing? Meet at the main bath house.
7:00 PM PRE-DINNER RAMBLE – Let’s “work up an appetite” for nature
discovery! Enjoy a short easy walk through the woodlands. Meet at the
camper check-in station.
9:00 PM CHEROKEE CAMPFIRE TALES – Meet at the campfire circle, and enjoy
the stories told by the FIRST travelers along the Warriors’ Path. If it is
raining, we’ll have an indoor “campfire” at the pool entrance.
SUNDAY, JUNE 4
9:00 AM WORSHIP SERVICE – Enjoy a peaceful morning worship service at the
Open Air Chapel, or at the pool entrance if it is raining. Sponsored by the
Colonial Heights Baptist Church.
SPECIAL NOTE: We work hard to make our programs both safe
and fun! However, as with any outdoor activity, there is always a
risk of personal discomfort or even personal injury. Please use your
common sense and care whenever you enjoy activities in the
Great Tennessee Outdoors.
Just so you’ll know…The Smithsonian Institute is bringing a traveling exhibit
called “Water|Ways” HERE to Warriors’ Path State Park this summer: Come
back (June 24 through August 6) and enjoy this amazing interactive exhibit
In case of medical emergencies, contact the Park Ranger on duty at 423-765-5534
Authorization #327158