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SUMMARY:Bays Mountain StarWatch
DESCRIPTION:Bays Mountain Park announces annual StarWatch program \n  \nBays Mountain Park’s night sky observing sessions – StarWatch – has returned for the spring season. \n\nStarWatch sessions allow the public to enjoy the splendor of the night sky at Bays Mountain Park’s observatories. If the weather is good\, attendees can typically see star clusters\, nebulous gas clouds\, colorful multiple-star systems\, distant galaxies and the Moon and planets. \n\nIf the weather is poor\, the park will have an alternate activity in the planetarium theater. \n\nStarWatch sessions will be held on the following dates: \n\nMarch 1 and 8 at 7 p.m.\nMarch 15\, 22\, and 29 at 8 p.m.\nApril 5\, 12\, 19\, and 26 at 8:30 p.m.\n\n\nNote – please arrive at the beginning of the program so you can find your way to the observatories. \n\nBe sure to dress for temperatures at least 20 degrees cooler than expected and do not use white light flashlights at the observing grounds. This is a free event and does not require registration. \n\nStarWatch is hosted by the Bays Mountain Astronomy Club & Bays Mountain Planetarium. For more information\, visit www.baysmountain.com or call 423-229-9447. \n\nAbout Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium \nAnnually\, more than 200\,000 visitors pass through Bays Mountain Park making it one of the State of Tennessee’s Top 50 Most Visited Attractions\, according to the State of Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. One of the nation’s largest city-owned parks with 3\,750 acres\, Bays Mountain Park features roughly 44 miles of hiking trails\, a state-of-the-art planetarium\, wildlife habitats\, fun exhibits\, a 44-acre lake\, trails for mountain biking and much\, much more. For more information\, please visit www.baysmountain.com. \n  \nAbout the City of Kingsport \nFounded in 1917\, the City of Kingsport (pop. 55\,400) is located on the Tennessee-Virginia border at the crossroads of I-81 and I-26 near the geographic center of the eastern United States. The city is widely known as a planned community\, designed by renowned city planner John Nolen and wrapping around the foot of Bays Mountain – a 3\,750-acre park\, nature preserve\, planetarium and observatory. Kingsport is recognized as an International Safe Community by the National Safety Council\, a Healthier Tennessee community\, and won the 2009 Harvard Innovations in American Government Award for its higher education initiatives. While many city names are duplicated throughout the U.S.\, there’s only one Kingsport – a fact that invokes community pride\, known locally as the “Kingsport Spirit.” For more information\, please visit www.kingsporttn.gov.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/bays-mountain-starwatch/2025-03-01/
LOCATION:Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium\, 853 Bays Mountain Park Rd\, Kingsport\, TN\, 37660\, United States
CATEGORIES:General,Outdoors
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SUMMARY:Wilderness First Aid Course
DESCRIPTION:This is for you if: You want to be an asset to yourself and others by being prepared to treat injury and illness when help is not close-at-hand. \nWilderness environments create special situations not usually encountered in an urban or suburban environment.  With ASHI Wilderness First Aid training\, first aid providers in a wilderness setting will be better prepared to respond when faced with limited resources\, longer times to care for someone\, and decisions about when and how fast to evacuate an ill or injured person. This 16-hour course covers wilderness and remote first aid from a basic understanding of emergency response in an outdoor setting to specific techniques and considerations for a wide range of injuries and illnesses. \nASHI is a nationally accredited organization of the Commission on Accreditation of Pre-Hospital Continuing Education and its CPR\, AED and first aid training programs are equivalent to the programs offered by both the American Heart Association (AHA) and the American Red Cross (ARC). It conforms to the 2015 AHA Guidelines Update for First Aid and also meets or exceeds the Boy Scouts of America Wilderness First Aid Curriculum and Doctrine Guidelines\, 2017 Edition. Upon successful completion participants are issued a certification card good for 2 years. \nCPR is not included but is typically scheduled as a separate class the evening of the first day for those wishing to add it by selecting the CPR Add-on option during check out. Tuition includes online access to the student book; a hard copy is available for an additional cost. Previous completion of Basic First Aid recommended but not required. Age 12+. \nHighlights: \n\n2 days of classroom and hands-on wilderness first aid training that is comprehensive\, professional and fun\nExposure to a wide range of techniques and skills\nMultiple opportunities to perform patient assessment and provide care in simulated scenarios\nA supportive learning environment
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/wilderness-first-aid-course-5/
LOCATION:Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium\, 853 Bays Mountain Park Rd\, Kingsport\, TN\, 37660\, United States
CATEGORIES:General,Outdoors
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SUMMARY:Bays Mountain Park: Laser Light Show
DESCRIPTION:Laser light shows return to Bays Mountain Park for the holidays \nThree different programs will feature Christmas songs\, Queen and Taylor Swift \nBays Mountain Park is thrilled to announce the return of its popular laser light shows for the month of December. Not only will one program feature all your favorite holiday songs\, but two others will feature the greatest hits of Queen and Taylor Swift! \nSo be sure to purchase your tickets early as these programs are likely to sell out fast. \nThe three special laser light shows will be held in the planetarium theater during December on the following dates: \n\nLaser Holidays (5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.) on December 7\, 13-14 and 20-21.\nLaser Taylor Swift (7 p.m. to 8 p.m.) on December 7\, 13-14 and 20-21.\nLaser Queen (8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.) on December 13-14 and 20-21.\n\nThe Laser Holidays show costs $10 per person ($7 for children ages 12 and under). The Laser Taylor Swift and Laser Queen shows are $15 per person ($10 for children ages 12 and under). \nDETAILS ABOUT EACH SHOW \nLaser Holidays features a mix of everyone’s favorite holiday music\, from classical to modern\, all set to fantastic laser artwork. \nLaser Taylor Swift features unforgettable hits from all of Taylor Swift’s 10 distinct eras. Sing along to your favorites and let the show transport you through different stories as only laser lights can. \nLaser Queen features the greatest hits of this legendary rock band. Start with a layer of heavy metal\, add a dash of glam\, a pinch of astrophysics and sprinkle liberally with theatrics and you’ll get an amazing laser light show. \nTo register\, visit https://bit.ly/414qLcI. You can also click on the CivicRec link in the Connect Kingsport app or go to www.kingsporttn.gov and click on the “CivicRec” link\, then search for “laser” in the search bar. \nFor more information about Bays Mountain Park visit www.baysmountain.com. \nAbout Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium \nAnnually\, more than 200\,000 visitors pass through Bays Mountain Park making it one of the State of Tennessee’s Top 50 Most Visited Attractions\, according to the State of Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. One of the nation’s largest city-owned parks with 3\,750 acres\, Bays Mountain Park features roughly 44 miles of hiking trails\, a state-of-the-art planetarium\, wildlife habitats\, fun exhibits\, a 44-acre lake\, ropes course with zip line\, trails for mountain biking and much\, much more. For more information\, please visit www.baysmountain.com. \n  \n  \nAbout the City of Kingsport \nFounded in 1917\, the City of Kingsport (pop. 55\,400) is located on the Tennessee-Virginia border at the crossroads of I-81 and I-26 near the geographic center of the eastern United States. The city is widely known as a planned community\, designed by renowned city planner John Nolen and wrapping around the foot of Bays Mountain – a 3\,750-acre park\, nature preserve\, planetarium and observatory. Kingsport is recognized as an International Safe Community by the National Safety Council\, a Healthier Tennessee community\, and won the 2009 Harvard Innovations in American Government Award for its higher education initiatives. While many city names are duplicated throughout the U.S.\, there’s only one Kingsport – a fact that invokes community pride\, known locally as the “Kingsport Spirit.” For more information\, please visit www.kingsporttn.gov.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/bays-mountain-park-laser-light-show/2024-12-21/
LOCATION:Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium\, 853 Bays Mountain Park Rd\, Kingsport\, TN\, 37660\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Activities,General
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SUMMARY:Bays Mountain Park: Laser Light Show
DESCRIPTION:Laser light shows return to Bays Mountain Park for the holidays \nThree different programs will feature Christmas songs\, Queen and Taylor Swift \nBays Mountain Park is thrilled to announce the return of its popular laser light shows for the month of December. Not only will one program feature all your favorite holiday songs\, but two others will feature the greatest hits of Queen and Taylor Swift! \nSo be sure to purchase your tickets early as these programs are likely to sell out fast. \nThe three special laser light shows will be held in the planetarium theater during December on the following dates: \n\nLaser Holidays (5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.) on December 7\, 13-14 and 20-21.\nLaser Taylor Swift (7 p.m. to 8 p.m.) on December 7\, 13-14 and 20-21.\nLaser Queen (8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.) on December 13-14 and 20-21.\n\nThe Laser Holidays show costs $10 per person ($7 for children ages 12 and under). The Laser Taylor Swift and Laser Queen shows are $15 per person ($10 for children ages 12 and under). \nDETAILS ABOUT EACH SHOW \nLaser Holidays features a mix of everyone’s favorite holiday music\, from classical to modern\, all set to fantastic laser artwork. \nLaser Taylor Swift features unforgettable hits from all of Taylor Swift’s 10 distinct eras. Sing along to your favorites and let the show transport you through different stories as only laser lights can. \nLaser Queen features the greatest hits of this legendary rock band. Start with a layer of heavy metal\, add a dash of glam\, a pinch of astrophysics and sprinkle liberally with theatrics and you’ll get an amazing laser light show. \nTo register\, visit https://bit.ly/414qLcI. You can also click on the CivicRec link in the Connect Kingsport app or go to www.kingsporttn.gov and click on the “CivicRec” link\, then search for “laser” in the search bar. \nFor more information about Bays Mountain Park visit www.baysmountain.com. \nAbout Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium \nAnnually\, more than 200\,000 visitors pass through Bays Mountain Park making it one of the State of Tennessee’s Top 50 Most Visited Attractions\, according to the State of Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. One of the nation’s largest city-owned parks with 3\,750 acres\, Bays Mountain Park features roughly 44 miles of hiking trails\, a state-of-the-art planetarium\, wildlife habitats\, fun exhibits\, a 44-acre lake\, ropes course with zip line\, trails for mountain biking and much\, much more. For more information\, please visit www.baysmountain.com. \n  \n  \nAbout the City of Kingsport \nFounded in 1917\, the City of Kingsport (pop. 55\,400) is located on the Tennessee-Virginia border at the crossroads of I-81 and I-26 near the geographic center of the eastern United States. The city is widely known as a planned community\, designed by renowned city planner John Nolen and wrapping around the foot of Bays Mountain – a 3\,750-acre park\, nature preserve\, planetarium and observatory. Kingsport is recognized as an International Safe Community by the National Safety Council\, a Healthier Tennessee community\, and won the 2009 Harvard Innovations in American Government Award for its higher education initiatives. While many city names are duplicated throughout the U.S.\, there’s only one Kingsport – a fact that invokes community pride\, known locally as the “Kingsport Spirit.” For more information\, please visit www.kingsporttn.gov.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/bays-mountain-park-laser-light-show/2024-12-20/
LOCATION:Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium\, 853 Bays Mountain Park Rd\, Kingsport\, TN\, 37660\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Activities,General
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SUMMARY:Bays Mountain Park: Laser Light Show
DESCRIPTION:Laser light shows return to Bays Mountain Park for the holidays \nThree different programs will feature Christmas songs\, Queen and Taylor Swift \nBays Mountain Park is thrilled to announce the return of its popular laser light shows for the month of December. Not only will one program feature all your favorite holiday songs\, but two others will feature the greatest hits of Queen and Taylor Swift! \nSo be sure to purchase your tickets early as these programs are likely to sell out fast. \nThe three special laser light shows will be held in the planetarium theater during December on the following dates: \n\nLaser Holidays (5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.) on December 7\, 13-14 and 20-21.\nLaser Taylor Swift (7 p.m. to 8 p.m.) on December 7\, 13-14 and 20-21.\nLaser Queen (8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.) on December 13-14 and 20-21.\n\nThe Laser Holidays show costs $10 per person ($7 for children ages 12 and under). The Laser Taylor Swift and Laser Queen shows are $15 per person ($10 for children ages 12 and under). \nDETAILS ABOUT EACH SHOW \nLaser Holidays features a mix of everyone’s favorite holiday music\, from classical to modern\, all set to fantastic laser artwork. \nLaser Taylor Swift features unforgettable hits from all of Taylor Swift’s 10 distinct eras. Sing along to your favorites and let the show transport you through different stories as only laser lights can. \nLaser Queen features the greatest hits of this legendary rock band. Start with a layer of heavy metal\, add a dash of glam\, a pinch of astrophysics and sprinkle liberally with theatrics and you’ll get an amazing laser light show. \nTo register\, visit https://bit.ly/414qLcI. You can also click on the CivicRec link in the Connect Kingsport app or go to www.kingsporttn.gov and click on the “CivicRec” link\, then search for “laser” in the search bar. \nFor more information about Bays Mountain Park visit www.baysmountain.com. \nAbout Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium \nAnnually\, more than 200\,000 visitors pass through Bays Mountain Park making it one of the State of Tennessee’s Top 50 Most Visited Attractions\, according to the State of Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. One of the nation’s largest city-owned parks with 3\,750 acres\, Bays Mountain Park features roughly 44 miles of hiking trails\, a state-of-the-art planetarium\, wildlife habitats\, fun exhibits\, a 44-acre lake\, ropes course with zip line\, trails for mountain biking and much\, much more. For more information\, please visit www.baysmountain.com. \n  \n  \nAbout the City of Kingsport \nFounded in 1917\, the City of Kingsport (pop. 55\,400) is located on the Tennessee-Virginia border at the crossroads of I-81 and I-26 near the geographic center of the eastern United States. The city is widely known as a planned community\, designed by renowned city planner John Nolen and wrapping around the foot of Bays Mountain – a 3\,750-acre park\, nature preserve\, planetarium and observatory. Kingsport is recognized as an International Safe Community by the National Safety Council\, a Healthier Tennessee community\, and won the 2009 Harvard Innovations in American Government Award for its higher education initiatives. While many city names are duplicated throughout the U.S.\, there’s only one Kingsport – a fact that invokes community pride\, known locally as the “Kingsport Spirit.” For more information\, please visit www.kingsporttn.gov.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/bays-mountain-park-laser-light-show/2024-12-14/
LOCATION:Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium\, 853 Bays Mountain Park Rd\, Kingsport\, TN\, 37660\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Activities,General
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T173000
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SUMMARY:Bays Mountain Park: Laser Light Show
DESCRIPTION:Laser light shows return to Bays Mountain Park for the holidays \nThree different programs will feature Christmas songs\, Queen and Taylor Swift \nBays Mountain Park is thrilled to announce the return of its popular laser light shows for the month of December. Not only will one program feature all your favorite holiday songs\, but two others will feature the greatest hits of Queen and Taylor Swift! \nSo be sure to purchase your tickets early as these programs are likely to sell out fast. \nThe three special laser light shows will be held in the planetarium theater during December on the following dates: \n\nLaser Holidays (5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.) on December 7\, 13-14 and 20-21.\nLaser Taylor Swift (7 p.m. to 8 p.m.) on December 7\, 13-14 and 20-21.\nLaser Queen (8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.) on December 13-14 and 20-21.\n\nThe Laser Holidays show costs $10 per person ($7 for children ages 12 and under). The Laser Taylor Swift and Laser Queen shows are $15 per person ($10 for children ages 12 and under). \nDETAILS ABOUT EACH SHOW \nLaser Holidays features a mix of everyone’s favorite holiday music\, from classical to modern\, all set to fantastic laser artwork. \nLaser Taylor Swift features unforgettable hits from all of Taylor Swift’s 10 distinct eras. Sing along to your favorites and let the show transport you through different stories as only laser lights can. \nLaser Queen features the greatest hits of this legendary rock band. Start with a layer of heavy metal\, add a dash of glam\, a pinch of astrophysics and sprinkle liberally with theatrics and you’ll get an amazing laser light show. \nTo register\, visit https://bit.ly/414qLcI. You can also click on the CivicRec link in the Connect Kingsport app or go to www.kingsporttn.gov and click on the “CivicRec” link\, then search for “laser” in the search bar. \nFor more information about Bays Mountain Park visit www.baysmountain.com. \nAbout Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium \nAnnually\, more than 200\,000 visitors pass through Bays Mountain Park making it one of the State of Tennessee’s Top 50 Most Visited Attractions\, according to the State of Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. One of the nation’s largest city-owned parks with 3\,750 acres\, Bays Mountain Park features roughly 44 miles of hiking trails\, a state-of-the-art planetarium\, wildlife habitats\, fun exhibits\, a 44-acre lake\, ropes course with zip line\, trails for mountain biking and much\, much more. For more information\, please visit www.baysmountain.com. \n  \n  \nAbout the City of Kingsport \nFounded in 1917\, the City of Kingsport (pop. 55\,400) is located on the Tennessee-Virginia border at the crossroads of I-81 and I-26 near the geographic center of the eastern United States. The city is widely known as a planned community\, designed by renowned city planner John Nolen and wrapping around the foot of Bays Mountain – a 3\,750-acre park\, nature preserve\, planetarium and observatory. Kingsport is recognized as an International Safe Community by the National Safety Council\, a Healthier Tennessee community\, and won the 2009 Harvard Innovations in American Government Award for its higher education initiatives. While many city names are duplicated throughout the U.S.\, there’s only one Kingsport – a fact that invokes community pride\, known locally as the “Kingsport Spirit.” For more information\, please visit www.kingsporttn.gov.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/bays-mountain-park-laser-light-show/2024-12-13/
LOCATION:Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium\, 853 Bays Mountain Park Rd\, Kingsport\, TN\, 37660\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Activities,General
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SUMMARY:Bays Mountain Park: Laser Light Show
DESCRIPTION:Laser light shows return to Bays Mountain Park for the holidays \nThree different programs will feature Christmas songs\, Queen and Taylor Swift \nBays Mountain Park is thrilled to announce the return of its popular laser light shows for the month of December. Not only will one program feature all your favorite holiday songs\, but two others will feature the greatest hits of Queen and Taylor Swift! \nSo be sure to purchase your tickets early as these programs are likely to sell out fast. \nThe three special laser light shows will be held in the planetarium theater during December on the following dates: \n\nLaser Holidays (5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.) on December 7\, 13-14 and 20-21.\nLaser Taylor Swift (7 p.m. to 8 p.m.) on December 7\, 13-14 and 20-21.\nLaser Queen (8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.) on December 13-14 and 20-21.\n\nThe Laser Holidays show costs $10 per person ($7 for children ages 12 and under). The Laser Taylor Swift and Laser Queen shows are $15 per person ($10 for children ages 12 and under). \nDETAILS ABOUT EACH SHOW \nLaser Holidays features a mix of everyone’s favorite holiday music\, from classical to modern\, all set to fantastic laser artwork. \nLaser Taylor Swift features unforgettable hits from all of Taylor Swift’s 10 distinct eras. Sing along to your favorites and let the show transport you through different stories as only laser lights can. \nLaser Queen features the greatest hits of this legendary rock band. Start with a layer of heavy metal\, add a dash of glam\, a pinch of astrophysics and sprinkle liberally with theatrics and you’ll get an amazing laser light show. \nTo register\, visit https://bit.ly/414qLcI. You can also click on the CivicRec link in the Connect Kingsport app or go to www.kingsporttn.gov and click on the “CivicRec” link\, then search for “laser” in the search bar. \nFor more information about Bays Mountain Park visit www.baysmountain.com. \nAbout Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium \nAnnually\, more than 200\,000 visitors pass through Bays Mountain Park making it one of the State of Tennessee’s Top 50 Most Visited Attractions\, according to the State of Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. One of the nation’s largest city-owned parks with 3\,750 acres\, Bays Mountain Park features roughly 44 miles of hiking trails\, a state-of-the-art planetarium\, wildlife habitats\, fun exhibits\, a 44-acre lake\, ropes course with zip line\, trails for mountain biking and much\, much more. For more information\, please visit www.baysmountain.com. \n  \n  \nAbout the City of Kingsport \nFounded in 1917\, the City of Kingsport (pop. 55\,400) is located on the Tennessee-Virginia border at the crossroads of I-81 and I-26 near the geographic center of the eastern United States. The city is widely known as a planned community\, designed by renowned city planner John Nolen and wrapping around the foot of Bays Mountain – a 3\,750-acre park\, nature preserve\, planetarium and observatory. Kingsport is recognized as an International Safe Community by the National Safety Council\, a Healthier Tennessee community\, and won the 2009 Harvard Innovations in American Government Award for its higher education initiatives. While many city names are duplicated throughout the U.S.\, there’s only one Kingsport – a fact that invokes community pride\, known locally as the “Kingsport Spirit.” For more information\, please visit www.kingsporttn.gov.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/bays-mountain-park-laser-light-show/2024-12-07/
LOCATION:Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium\, 853 Bays Mountain Park Rd\, Kingsport\, TN\, 37660\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Activities,General
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SUMMARY:Bays Mountain Star Watch
DESCRIPTION:Bays Mountain Park announces annual StarWatch program \nBays Mountain Park’s night sky observing sessions – StarWatch – has returned for the fall season. \nStarWatch sessions allow the public to enjoy the splendor of the night sky at Bays Mountain Park’s observatories. If the weather is good\, attendees can typically see star clusters\, nebulous gas clouds\, colorful multiple-star systems\, distant galaxies and the Moon and planets. \n\nIf the weather is poor\, the park will have an alternate activity in the planetarium theater. \n\nStarWatch sessions will be held on the following dates: \n\nOctober 5 and 12 at 7:30 p.m.\nOctober 19\, 26 and November 2 at 7 p.m.\nNovember 9\, 16\, 23 and 30 at 6 p.m.\n\n\nNote – please arrive at the beginning of the program so you can find your way to the observatories.  \n\nBe sure to dress for temperatures at least 20 degrees cooler than expected and do not use white light flashlights at the observing grounds. This is a free event and does not require registration. \n\nStarWatch is hosted by the Bays Mountain Astronomy Club & Bays Mountain Planetarium. For more information\, visit www.baysmountain.com or call 423-229-9447. \n\nAbout Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium \nAnnually\, more than 200\,000 visitors pass through Bays Mountain Park making it one of the State of Tennessee’s Top 50 Most Visited Attractions\, according to the State of Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. One of the nation’s largest city-owned parks with 3\,750 acres\, Bays Mountain Park features roughly 44 miles of hiking trails\, a state-of-the-art planetarium\, wildlife habitats\, fun exhibits\, a 44-acre lake\, ropes course with zip line\, trails for mountain biking and much\, much more. For more information\, please visit www.baysmountain.com. \n  \n  \n  \nAbout the City of Kingsport \nFounded in 1917\, the City of Kingsport (pop. 55\,400) is located on the Tennessee-Virginia border at the crossroads of I-81 and I-26 near the geographic center of the eastern United States. The city is widely known as a planned community\, designed by renowned city planner John Nolen and wrapping around the foot of Bays Mountain – a 3\,750-acre park\, nature preserve\, planetarium and observatory. Kingsport is recognized as an International Safe Community by the National Safety Council\, a Healthier Tennessee community\, and won the 2009 Harvard Innovations in American Government Award for its higher education initiatives. While many city names are duplicated throughout the U.S.\, there’s only one Kingsport – a fact that invokes community pride\, known locally as the “Kingsport Spirit.” For more information\, please visit www.kingsporttn.gov.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/bays-mountain-star-watch/2024-11-30/
LOCATION:Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium\, 853 Bays Mountain Park Rd\, Kingsport\, TN\, 37660\, United States
CATEGORIES:General,Outdoors
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SUMMARY:Bays Mountain Star Watch
DESCRIPTION:Bays Mountain Park announces annual StarWatch program \nBays Mountain Park’s night sky observing sessions – StarWatch – has returned for the fall season. \nStarWatch sessions allow the public to enjoy the splendor of the night sky at Bays Mountain Park’s observatories. If the weather is good\, attendees can typically see star clusters\, nebulous gas clouds\, colorful multiple-star systems\, distant galaxies and the Moon and planets. \n\nIf the weather is poor\, the park will have an alternate activity in the planetarium theater. \n\nStarWatch sessions will be held on the following dates: \n\nOctober 5 and 12 at 7:30 p.m.\nOctober 19\, 26 and November 2 at 7 p.m.\nNovember 9\, 16\, 23 and 30 at 6 p.m.\n\n\nNote – please arrive at the beginning of the program so you can find your way to the observatories.  \n\nBe sure to dress for temperatures at least 20 degrees cooler than expected and do not use white light flashlights at the observing grounds. This is a free event and does not require registration. \n\nStarWatch is hosted by the Bays Mountain Astronomy Club & Bays Mountain Planetarium. For more information\, visit www.baysmountain.com or call 423-229-9447. \n\nAbout Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium \nAnnually\, more than 200\,000 visitors pass through Bays Mountain Park making it one of the State of Tennessee’s Top 50 Most Visited Attractions\, according to the State of Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. One of the nation’s largest city-owned parks with 3\,750 acres\, Bays Mountain Park features roughly 44 miles of hiking trails\, a state-of-the-art planetarium\, wildlife habitats\, fun exhibits\, a 44-acre lake\, ropes course with zip line\, trails for mountain biking and much\, much more. For more information\, please visit www.baysmountain.com. \n  \n  \n  \nAbout the City of Kingsport \nFounded in 1917\, the City of Kingsport (pop. 55\,400) is located on the Tennessee-Virginia border at the crossroads of I-81 and I-26 near the geographic center of the eastern United States. The city is widely known as a planned community\, designed by renowned city planner John Nolen and wrapping around the foot of Bays Mountain – a 3\,750-acre park\, nature preserve\, planetarium and observatory. Kingsport is recognized as an International Safe Community by the National Safety Council\, a Healthier Tennessee community\, and won the 2009 Harvard Innovations in American Government Award for its higher education initiatives. While many city names are duplicated throughout the U.S.\, there’s only one Kingsport – a fact that invokes community pride\, known locally as the “Kingsport Spirit.” For more information\, please visit www.kingsporttn.gov.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/bays-mountain-star-watch/2024-11-23/
LOCATION:Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium\, 853 Bays Mountain Park Rd\, Kingsport\, TN\, 37660\, United States
CATEGORIES:General,Outdoors
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SUMMARY:Bays Mountain Star Watch
DESCRIPTION:Bays Mountain Park announces annual StarWatch program \nBays Mountain Park’s night sky observing sessions – StarWatch – has returned for the fall season. \nStarWatch sessions allow the public to enjoy the splendor of the night sky at Bays Mountain Park’s observatories. If the weather is good\, attendees can typically see star clusters\, nebulous gas clouds\, colorful multiple-star systems\, distant galaxies and the Moon and planets. \n\nIf the weather is poor\, the park will have an alternate activity in the planetarium theater. \n\nStarWatch sessions will be held on the following dates: \n\nOctober 5 and 12 at 7:30 p.m.\nOctober 19\, 26 and November 2 at 7 p.m.\nNovember 9\, 16\, 23 and 30 at 6 p.m.\n\n\nNote – please arrive at the beginning of the program so you can find your way to the observatories.  \n\nBe sure to dress for temperatures at least 20 degrees cooler than expected and do not use white light flashlights at the observing grounds. This is a free event and does not require registration. \n\nStarWatch is hosted by the Bays Mountain Astronomy Club & Bays Mountain Planetarium. For more information\, visit www.baysmountain.com or call 423-229-9447. \n\nAbout Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium \nAnnually\, more than 200\,000 visitors pass through Bays Mountain Park making it one of the State of Tennessee’s Top 50 Most Visited Attractions\, according to the State of Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. One of the nation’s largest city-owned parks with 3\,750 acres\, Bays Mountain Park features roughly 44 miles of hiking trails\, a state-of-the-art planetarium\, wildlife habitats\, fun exhibits\, a 44-acre lake\, ropes course with zip line\, trails for mountain biking and much\, much more. For more information\, please visit www.baysmountain.com. \n  \n  \n  \nAbout the City of Kingsport \nFounded in 1917\, the City of Kingsport (pop. 55\,400) is located on the Tennessee-Virginia border at the crossroads of I-81 and I-26 near the geographic center of the eastern United States. The city is widely known as a planned community\, designed by renowned city planner John Nolen and wrapping around the foot of Bays Mountain – a 3\,750-acre park\, nature preserve\, planetarium and observatory. Kingsport is recognized as an International Safe Community by the National Safety Council\, a Healthier Tennessee community\, and won the 2009 Harvard Innovations in American Government Award for its higher education initiatives. While many city names are duplicated throughout the U.S.\, there’s only one Kingsport – a fact that invokes community pride\, known locally as the “Kingsport Spirit.” For more information\, please visit www.kingsporttn.gov.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/bays-mountain-star-watch/2024-11-16/
LOCATION:Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium\, 853 Bays Mountain Park Rd\, Kingsport\, TN\, 37660\, United States
CATEGORIES:General,Outdoors
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SUMMARY:Bays Mountain Star Watch
DESCRIPTION:Bays Mountain Park announces annual StarWatch program \nBays Mountain Park’s night sky observing sessions – StarWatch – has returned for the fall season. \nStarWatch sessions allow the public to enjoy the splendor of the night sky at Bays Mountain Park’s observatories. If the weather is good\, attendees can typically see star clusters\, nebulous gas clouds\, colorful multiple-star systems\, distant galaxies and the Moon and planets. \n\nIf the weather is poor\, the park will have an alternate activity in the planetarium theater. \n\nStarWatch sessions will be held on the following dates: \n\nOctober 5 and 12 at 7:30 p.m.\nOctober 19\, 26 and November 2 at 7 p.m.\nNovember 9\, 16\, 23 and 30 at 6 p.m.\n\n\nNote – please arrive at the beginning of the program so you can find your way to the observatories.  \n\nBe sure to dress for temperatures at least 20 degrees cooler than expected and do not use white light flashlights at the observing grounds. This is a free event and does not require registration. \n\nStarWatch is hosted by the Bays Mountain Astronomy Club & Bays Mountain Planetarium. For more information\, visit www.baysmountain.com or call 423-229-9447. \n\nAbout Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium \nAnnually\, more than 200\,000 visitors pass through Bays Mountain Park making it one of the State of Tennessee’s Top 50 Most Visited Attractions\, according to the State of Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. One of the nation’s largest city-owned parks with 3\,750 acres\, Bays Mountain Park features roughly 44 miles of hiking trails\, a state-of-the-art planetarium\, wildlife habitats\, fun exhibits\, a 44-acre lake\, ropes course with zip line\, trails for mountain biking and much\, much more. For more information\, please visit www.baysmountain.com. \n  \n  \n  \nAbout the City of Kingsport \nFounded in 1917\, the City of Kingsport (pop. 55\,400) is located on the Tennessee-Virginia border at the crossroads of I-81 and I-26 near the geographic center of the eastern United States. The city is widely known as a planned community\, designed by renowned city planner John Nolen and wrapping around the foot of Bays Mountain – a 3\,750-acre park\, nature preserve\, planetarium and observatory. Kingsport is recognized as an International Safe Community by the National Safety Council\, a Healthier Tennessee community\, and won the 2009 Harvard Innovations in American Government Award for its higher education initiatives. While many city names are duplicated throughout the U.S.\, there’s only one Kingsport – a fact that invokes community pride\, known locally as the “Kingsport Spirit.” For more information\, please visit www.kingsporttn.gov.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/bays-mountain-star-watch/2024-11-09/
LOCATION:Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium\, 853 Bays Mountain Park Rd\, Kingsport\, TN\, 37660\, United States
CATEGORIES:General,Outdoors
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SUMMARY:Bays Mountain Star Watch
DESCRIPTION:Bays Mountain Park announces annual StarWatch program \nBays Mountain Park’s night sky observing sessions – StarWatch – has returned for the fall season. \nStarWatch sessions allow the public to enjoy the splendor of the night sky at Bays Mountain Park’s observatories. If the weather is good\, attendees can typically see star clusters\, nebulous gas clouds\, colorful multiple-star systems\, distant galaxies and the Moon and planets. \n\nIf the weather is poor\, the park will have an alternate activity in the planetarium theater. \n\nStarWatch sessions will be held on the following dates: \n\nOctober 5 and 12 at 7:30 p.m.\nOctober 19\, 26 and November 2 at 7 p.m.\nNovember 9\, 16\, 23 and 30 at 6 p.m.\n\n\nNote – please arrive at the beginning of the program so you can find your way to the observatories.  \n\nBe sure to dress for temperatures at least 20 degrees cooler than expected and do not use white light flashlights at the observing grounds. This is a free event and does not require registration. \n\nStarWatch is hosted by the Bays Mountain Astronomy Club & Bays Mountain Planetarium. For more information\, visit www.baysmountain.com or call 423-229-9447. \n\nAbout Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium \nAnnually\, more than 200\,000 visitors pass through Bays Mountain Park making it one of the State of Tennessee’s Top 50 Most Visited Attractions\, according to the State of Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. One of the nation’s largest city-owned parks with 3\,750 acres\, Bays Mountain Park features roughly 44 miles of hiking trails\, a state-of-the-art planetarium\, wildlife habitats\, fun exhibits\, a 44-acre lake\, ropes course with zip line\, trails for mountain biking and much\, much more. For more information\, please visit www.baysmountain.com. \n  \n  \n  \nAbout the City of Kingsport \nFounded in 1917\, the City of Kingsport (pop. 55\,400) is located on the Tennessee-Virginia border at the crossroads of I-81 and I-26 near the geographic center of the eastern United States. The city is widely known as a planned community\, designed by renowned city planner John Nolen and wrapping around the foot of Bays Mountain – a 3\,750-acre park\, nature preserve\, planetarium and observatory. Kingsport is recognized as an International Safe Community by the National Safety Council\, a Healthier Tennessee community\, and won the 2009 Harvard Innovations in American Government Award for its higher education initiatives. While many city names are duplicated throughout the U.S.\, there’s only one Kingsport – a fact that invokes community pride\, known locally as the “Kingsport Spirit.” For more information\, please visit www.kingsporttn.gov.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/bays-mountain-star-watch/2024-11-02/
LOCATION:Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium\, 853 Bays Mountain Park Rd\, Kingsport\, TN\, 37660\, United States
CATEGORIES:General,Outdoors
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SUMMARY:Bays Mountain Park: 39th Annual StarFest Convention
DESCRIPTION:Bays Mountain Park hosts 39th annual StarFest Convention \nThree day astronomy convention features guest speakers\, telescope viewings and activities \nThe Bays Mountain Astronomy Club and Bays Mountain Park and Planetarium are pleased to announce registration is now open for its 39th annual StarFest convention – scheduled for November 1-3. Attendees will enjoy a long weekend of astronomical fun and learning with fellow astronomy enthusiasts. \n\nThe theme for this year’s convention is “Moonstruck” with the event showcasing four speakers who are experts in their knowledge and research about the Moon and other moons in our Solar System. The convention also includes door prizes\, the ever-popular swap shop and telescope viewings. \n\n“There’s a lot going on now in astronomy and space exploration regarding these natural satellites and our speakers will be guiding us through this moonscape of wonder\,” said Planetarium Director Adam Thanz. “We think you’ll really enjoy this year’s topic and speakers.” \n\nGuest speakers include: \n\nDr. Erika Grundstrom – Director of Astronomy Labs – Vanderbilt University\nDr. Sarah Milkovich – Planetary Geologist and Spacecraft Engineer\nDr. Amy L. Fagan – Associate Professor of Geology\, Geosciences and Natural Resources Department Head – Western Carolina University\nDr. Caitlin Ahrens – Planetary Geologist – Center for Research and Exploration in Space Science and Technology II at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center\n\n\nRegistration includes attendance to all of the event’s speakers and activities\, five fabulous meals and a custom-art T-shirt. Registration with payment must be received by October 13. \n\nFor all the details and to register\, please visit https://bit.ly/4gzjxmv. You can also click on the CivicRec link in the Connect Kingsport app or go to www.kingsporttn.gov and click on the “CivicRec” link\, then search for “starfest” in the search bar. \n\nThe event is hosted by the Bays Mountain Astronomy Club (BMAC) and the Bays Mountain Park Association. \n\nFor more information\, please visit www.baysmountain.com.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/bays-mountain-park-39th-annual-starfest-convention/
LOCATION:Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium\, 853 Bays Mountain Park Rd\, Kingsport\, TN\, 37660\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals,General,Outdoors
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SUMMARY:Bays Mountain Star Watch
DESCRIPTION:Bays Mountain Park announces annual StarWatch program \nBays Mountain Park’s night sky observing sessions – StarWatch – has returned for the fall season. \nStarWatch sessions allow the public to enjoy the splendor of the night sky at Bays Mountain Park’s observatories. If the weather is good\, attendees can typically see star clusters\, nebulous gas clouds\, colorful multiple-star systems\, distant galaxies and the Moon and planets. \n\nIf the weather is poor\, the park will have an alternate activity in the planetarium theater. \n\nStarWatch sessions will be held on the following dates: \n\nOctober 5 and 12 at 7:30 p.m.\nOctober 19\, 26 and November 2 at 7 p.m.\nNovember 9\, 16\, 23 and 30 at 6 p.m.\n\n\nNote – please arrive at the beginning of the program so you can find your way to the observatories.  \n\nBe sure to dress for temperatures at least 20 degrees cooler than expected and do not use white light flashlights at the observing grounds. This is a free event and does not require registration. \n\nStarWatch is hosted by the Bays Mountain Astronomy Club & Bays Mountain Planetarium. For more information\, visit www.baysmountain.com or call 423-229-9447. \n\nAbout Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium \nAnnually\, more than 200\,000 visitors pass through Bays Mountain Park making it one of the State of Tennessee’s Top 50 Most Visited Attractions\, according to the State of Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. One of the nation’s largest city-owned parks with 3\,750 acres\, Bays Mountain Park features roughly 44 miles of hiking trails\, a state-of-the-art planetarium\, wildlife habitats\, fun exhibits\, a 44-acre lake\, ropes course with zip line\, trails for mountain biking and much\, much more. For more information\, please visit www.baysmountain.com. \n  \n  \n  \nAbout the City of Kingsport \nFounded in 1917\, the City of Kingsport (pop. 55\,400) is located on the Tennessee-Virginia border at the crossroads of I-81 and I-26 near the geographic center of the eastern United States. The city is widely known as a planned community\, designed by renowned city planner John Nolen and wrapping around the foot of Bays Mountain – a 3\,750-acre park\, nature preserve\, planetarium and observatory. Kingsport is recognized as an International Safe Community by the National Safety Council\, a Healthier Tennessee community\, and won the 2009 Harvard Innovations in American Government Award for its higher education initiatives. While many city names are duplicated throughout the U.S.\, there’s only one Kingsport – a fact that invokes community pride\, known locally as the “Kingsport Spirit.” For more information\, please visit www.kingsporttn.gov.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/bays-mountain-star-watch/2024-10-26/
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SUMMARY:Bays Mountain Star Watch
DESCRIPTION:Bays Mountain Park announces annual StarWatch program \nBays Mountain Park’s night sky observing sessions – StarWatch – has returned for the fall season. \nStarWatch sessions allow the public to enjoy the splendor of the night sky at Bays Mountain Park’s observatories. If the weather is good\, attendees can typically see star clusters\, nebulous gas clouds\, colorful multiple-star systems\, distant galaxies and the Moon and planets. \n\nIf the weather is poor\, the park will have an alternate activity in the planetarium theater. \n\nStarWatch sessions will be held on the following dates: \n\nOctober 5 and 12 at 7:30 p.m.\nOctober 19\, 26 and November 2 at 7 p.m.\nNovember 9\, 16\, 23 and 30 at 6 p.m.\n\n\nNote – please arrive at the beginning of the program so you can find your way to the observatories.  \n\nBe sure to dress for temperatures at least 20 degrees cooler than expected and do not use white light flashlights at the observing grounds. This is a free event and does not require registration. \n\nStarWatch is hosted by the Bays Mountain Astronomy Club & Bays Mountain Planetarium. For more information\, visit www.baysmountain.com or call 423-229-9447. \n\nAbout Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium \nAnnually\, more than 200\,000 visitors pass through Bays Mountain Park making it one of the State of Tennessee’s Top 50 Most Visited Attractions\, according to the State of Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. One of the nation’s largest city-owned parks with 3\,750 acres\, Bays Mountain Park features roughly 44 miles of hiking trails\, a state-of-the-art planetarium\, wildlife habitats\, fun exhibits\, a 44-acre lake\, ropes course with zip line\, trails for mountain biking and much\, much more. For more information\, please visit www.baysmountain.com. \n  \n  \n  \nAbout the City of Kingsport \nFounded in 1917\, the City of Kingsport (pop. 55\,400) is located on the Tennessee-Virginia border at the crossroads of I-81 and I-26 near the geographic center of the eastern United States. The city is widely known as a planned community\, designed by renowned city planner John Nolen and wrapping around the foot of Bays Mountain – a 3\,750-acre park\, nature preserve\, planetarium and observatory. Kingsport is recognized as an International Safe Community by the National Safety Council\, a Healthier Tennessee community\, and won the 2009 Harvard Innovations in American Government Award for its higher education initiatives. While many city names are duplicated throughout the U.S.\, there’s only one Kingsport – a fact that invokes community pride\, known locally as the “Kingsport Spirit.” For more information\, please visit www.kingsporttn.gov.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/bays-mountain-star-watch/2024-10-19/
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SUMMARY:Bays Mountain Star Watch
DESCRIPTION:Bays Mountain Park announces annual StarWatch program \nBays Mountain Park’s night sky observing sessions – StarWatch – has returned for the fall season. \nStarWatch sessions allow the public to enjoy the splendor of the night sky at Bays Mountain Park’s observatories. If the weather is good\, attendees can typically see star clusters\, nebulous gas clouds\, colorful multiple-star systems\, distant galaxies and the Moon and planets. \n\nIf the weather is poor\, the park will have an alternate activity in the planetarium theater. \n\nStarWatch sessions will be held on the following dates: \n\nOctober 5 and 12 at 7:30 p.m.\nOctober 19\, 26 and November 2 at 7 p.m.\nNovember 9\, 16\, 23 and 30 at 6 p.m.\n\n\nNote – please arrive at the beginning of the program so you can find your way to the observatories.  \n\nBe sure to dress for temperatures at least 20 degrees cooler than expected and do not use white light flashlights at the observing grounds. This is a free event and does not require registration. \n\nStarWatch is hosted by the Bays Mountain Astronomy Club & Bays Mountain Planetarium. For more information\, visit www.baysmountain.com or call 423-229-9447. \n\nAbout Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium \nAnnually\, more than 200\,000 visitors pass through Bays Mountain Park making it one of the State of Tennessee’s Top 50 Most Visited Attractions\, according to the State of Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. One of the nation’s largest city-owned parks with 3\,750 acres\, Bays Mountain Park features roughly 44 miles of hiking trails\, a state-of-the-art planetarium\, wildlife habitats\, fun exhibits\, a 44-acre lake\, ropes course with zip line\, trails for mountain biking and much\, much more. For more information\, please visit www.baysmountain.com. \n  \n  \n  \nAbout the City of Kingsport \nFounded in 1917\, the City of Kingsport (pop. 55\,400) is located on the Tennessee-Virginia border at the crossroads of I-81 and I-26 near the geographic center of the eastern United States. The city is widely known as a planned community\, designed by renowned city planner John Nolen and wrapping around the foot of Bays Mountain – a 3\,750-acre park\, nature preserve\, planetarium and observatory. Kingsport is recognized as an International Safe Community by the National Safety Council\, a Healthier Tennessee community\, and won the 2009 Harvard Innovations in American Government Award for its higher education initiatives. While many city names are duplicated throughout the U.S.\, there’s only one Kingsport – a fact that invokes community pride\, known locally as the “Kingsport Spirit.” For more information\, please visit www.kingsporttn.gov.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/bays-mountain-star-watch/2024-10-12/
LOCATION:Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium\, 853 Bays Mountain Park Rd\, Kingsport\, TN\, 37660\, United States
CATEGORIES:General,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T193000
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SUMMARY:Bays Mountain Star Watch
DESCRIPTION:Bays Mountain Park announces annual StarWatch program \nBays Mountain Park’s night sky observing sessions – StarWatch – has returned for the fall season. \nStarWatch sessions allow the public to enjoy the splendor of the night sky at Bays Mountain Park’s observatories. If the weather is good\, attendees can typically see star clusters\, nebulous gas clouds\, colorful multiple-star systems\, distant galaxies and the Moon and planets. \n\nIf the weather is poor\, the park will have an alternate activity in the planetarium theater. \n\nStarWatch sessions will be held on the following dates: \n\nOctober 5 and 12 at 7:30 p.m.\nOctober 19\, 26 and November 2 at 7 p.m.\nNovember 9\, 16\, 23 and 30 at 6 p.m.\n\n\nNote – please arrive at the beginning of the program so you can find your way to the observatories.  \n\nBe sure to dress for temperatures at least 20 degrees cooler than expected and do not use white light flashlights at the observing grounds. This is a free event and does not require registration. \n\nStarWatch is hosted by the Bays Mountain Astronomy Club & Bays Mountain Planetarium. For more information\, visit www.baysmountain.com or call 423-229-9447. \n\nAbout Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium \nAnnually\, more than 200\,000 visitors pass through Bays Mountain Park making it one of the State of Tennessee’s Top 50 Most Visited Attractions\, according to the State of Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. One of the nation’s largest city-owned parks with 3\,750 acres\, Bays Mountain Park features roughly 44 miles of hiking trails\, a state-of-the-art planetarium\, wildlife habitats\, fun exhibits\, a 44-acre lake\, ropes course with zip line\, trails for mountain biking and much\, much more. For more information\, please visit www.baysmountain.com. \n  \n  \n  \nAbout the City of Kingsport \nFounded in 1917\, the City of Kingsport (pop. 55\,400) is located on the Tennessee-Virginia border at the crossroads of I-81 and I-26 near the geographic center of the eastern United States. The city is widely known as a planned community\, designed by renowned city planner John Nolen and wrapping around the foot of Bays Mountain – a 3\,750-acre park\, nature preserve\, planetarium and observatory. Kingsport is recognized as an International Safe Community by the National Safety Council\, a Healthier Tennessee community\, and won the 2009 Harvard Innovations in American Government Award for its higher education initiatives. While many city names are duplicated throughout the U.S.\, there’s only one Kingsport – a fact that invokes community pride\, known locally as the “Kingsport Spirit.” For more information\, please visit www.kingsporttn.gov.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/bays-mountain-star-watch/2024-10-05/
LOCATION:Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium\, 853 Bays Mountain Park Rd\, Kingsport\, TN\, 37660\, United States
CATEGORIES:General,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T150000
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SUMMARY:Kids at Bays Day
DESCRIPTION:Bays Mountain Park hosts annual Kids at Bays Day \nBays Mountain Park is hosting its annual Kids at Bays Day later this month as an opportunity for children of all ages to enjoy the outdoors while participating in a variety of engaging activities at the park. \nKids at Bays Day will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on May 18. All of the animal habitats\, hiking and biking trails and the Nature Center will be open for discovery and exploration. In addition\, food trucks will be on site and located behind the Day Camp cabin. \nAll of the following events are free with a $7 paid entrance fee: \n\nMountain Bike Workshop: 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. in the bike parking lot. You must bring your own bike and helmet.\nYoga for Kids: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the observatory lawn.\nAstronomy Day: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the Lily Pad Pavilion.\nGrowth Ring Challenge: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Nature Center balcony.\nMake a Mountain Toy: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Farmstead Museum.\nRock Painting: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Farmstead Museum.\n\nThe park will also have free programs on snakes\, raptors\, wolves\, growing plants and other types of animals that live in the woods. The observatory will offer a night viewing of the sky from 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. \n“Kids at Bays Day is a great opportunity to get your children out of the house\, away from their devices and to reconnect with nature\,” said Megan Krager\, Bays Mountain Park manager. “We’ll have a variety of programs happening all across the park that day\, so no matter your interests we should have something right up your alley.” \nIn addition to the free programs\, the park will also have its usual paid programs on May 18. Barge rides and planetarium shows are $6 per person and fishing off the dam is $10 per child (with required registration). \nKids at Bays Day is being organized by the Bays Mountain Park Association and is sponsored by Eastman Credit Union. \nFor more information about Bays Mountain Park and its programs\, events and activities\, visitwww.baysmountain.com. \nAbout Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium \nAnnually\, more than 200\,000 visitors pass through Bays Mountain Park making it one of the State of Tennessee’s Top 50 Most Visited Attractions\, according to the State of Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. One of the nation’s largest city-owned parks with 3\,750 acres\, Bays Mountain Park features roughly 44 miles of hiking trails\, a state-of-the-art planetarium\, wildlife habitats\, fun exhibits\, a 44-acre lake\, ropes course with zip line\, trails for mountain biking and much\, much more. For more information\, please visit www.baysmountain.com. \nAbout the City of Kingsport \nFounded in 1917\, the City of Kingsport (pop. 55\,400) is located on the Tennessee-Virginia border at the crossroads of I-81 and I-26 near the geographic center of the eastern United States. The city is widely known as a planned community\, designed by renowned city planner John Nolen and wrapping around the foot of Bays Mountain – a 3\,750-acre park\, nature preserve\, planetarium and observatory. Kingsport is recognized as an International Safe Community by the National Safety Council\, a Healthier Tennessee community\, and won the 2009 Harvard Innovations in American Government Award for its higher education initiatives. While many city names are duplicated throughout the U.S.\, there’s only one Kingsport – a fact that invokes community pride\, known locally as the “Kingsport Spirit.” For more information\, please visit www.kingsporttn.gov. \n 
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/kids-at-bays-day-2/
LOCATION:Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium\, 853 Bays Mountain Park Rd\, Kingsport\, TN\, 37660\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Activities,General,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T110000
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SUMMARY:Barre & Yoga on the Barge
DESCRIPTION:Bays Mountain Park hosting Barre & Yoga on the Barge \nBays Mountain Park is partnering with a local dance and yoga instructor to offer residents a new type of yoga class\, one that takes place in the morning on the park’s barge. \nThe class is called Barre and Yoga on the Barge\, and the one-hour session will take place on May 11\, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Inspired by elements of ballet\, yoga and Pilates\, barre is a workout technique designed to target major muscle groups via small movements. \nThe cost is $8 per person and class size is limited to 11 people. Participants of all levels are welcome to attend. Wear exercise clothing and bring your own water bottle with a sealable lid. No mats are required. \nNote: The barge leaves promptly at 10 a.m.\, so please be on board 10 minutes early. \n\nTo register\, visit https://bit.ly/3voVWSx. You can also register by clicking on the CivicRec link in the Connect Kingsport app or go to www.kingsporttn.gov and click on “CivicRec\,” then search for “yoga” in the search bar. \nFor information about other events\, activities and programs offered by Bays Mountain Park\, visit www.baysmountain.com. \nAbout Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium \nAnnually\, more than 200\,000 visitors pass through Bays Mountain Park making it one of the State of Tennessee’s Top 50 Most Visited Attractions\, according to the State of Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. One of the nation’s largest city-owned parks with 3\,750 acres\, Bays Mountain Park features roughly 44 miles of hiking trails\, a state-of-the-art planetarium\, wildlife habitats\, fun exhibits\, a 44-acre lake\, ropes course with zip line\, trails for mountain biking and much\, much more. For more information\, please visit www.baysmountain.com. \nAbout the City of Kingsport \nFounded in 1917\, the City of Kingsport (pop. 55\,400) is located on the Tennessee-Virginia border at the crossroads of I-81 and I-26 near the geographic center of the eastern United States. The city is widely known as a planned community\, designed by renowned city planner John Nolen and wrapping around the foot of Bays Mountain – a 3\,750-acre park\, nature preserve\, planetarium and observatory. Kingsport is recognized as an International Safe Community by the National Safety Council\, a Healthier Tennessee community\, and won the 2009 Harvard Innovations in American Government Award for its higher education initiatives. While many city names are duplicated throughout the U.S.\, there’s only one Kingsport – a fact that invokes community pride\, known locally as the “Kingsport Spirit.” For more information\, please visit www.kingsporttn.gov.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/barre-yoga-on-the-barge-2/
LOCATION:Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium\, 853 Bays Mountain Park Rd\, Kingsport\, TN\, 37660\, United States
CATEGORIES:General,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240421T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240421T160000
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SUMMARY:Earth Day Yoga Class
DESCRIPTION:Bays Mountain Park is partnering with a local yoga instructor to offer residents a yoga class later this month to celebrate Earth Day. \nThe Earth Day yoga class will be held at the Pavilion at Lily Pad Cove from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. on April 21. The class will start promptly at 3 p.m. \nEnjoy challenging your body in active poses that build strength through concentric\, eccentric and isometric muscle contractions in a flow format (first 30 minutes). Balance and flexibility will also be emphasized. The final half of the class will feature restorative yoga poses and will end with a relaxation section. \nThe cost is $6 per person and class size is limited to 12 people. Participants of all levels are welcome to attend. Wear exercise clothing and bring your own mat and water bottle with a sealable lid. \nTo register\, visit https://bit.ly/3voVWSx. You can also register by clicking on the CivicRec link in the Connect Kingsport app or go to www.kingsporttn.gov and click on “CivicRec\,” then search for “yoga” in the search bar. \nFor information about other events\, activities and programs offered by Bays Mountain Park\, visit www.baysmountain.com. \nAbout Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium \nAnnually\, more than 200\,000 visitors pass through Bays Mountain Park making it one of the State of Tennessee’s Top 50 Most Visited Attractions\, according to the State of Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. One of the nation’s largest city-owned parks with 3\,750 acres\, Bays Mountain Park features roughly 44 miles of hiking trails\, a state-of-the-art planetarium\, wildlife habitats\, fun exhibits\, a 44-acre lake\, ropes course with zip line\, trails for mountain biking and much\, much more. For more information\, please visit www.baysmountain.com. \nAbout the City of Kingsport \nFounded in 1917\, the City of Kingsport (pop. 55\,400) is located on the Tennessee-Virginia border at the crossroads of I-81 and I-26 near the geographic center of the eastern United States. The city is widely known as a planned community\, designed by renowned city planner John Nolen and wrapping around the foot of Bays Mountain – a 3\,750-acre park\, nature preserve\, planetarium and observatory. Kingsport is recognized as an International Safe Community by the National Safety Council\, a Healthier Tennessee community\, and won the 2009 Harvard Innovations in American Government Award for its higher education initiatives. While many city names are duplicated throughout the U.S.\, there’s only one Kingsport – a fact that invokes community pride\, known locally as the “Kingsport Spirit.” For more information\, please visit www.kingsporttn.gov.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/earth-day-yoga-class/
LOCATION:Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium\, 853 Bays Mountain Park Rd\, Kingsport\, TN\, 37660\, United States
CATEGORIES:General,Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T110000
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SUMMARY:Barre & Yoga on the Barge
DESCRIPTION:Bays Mountain Park hosting Barre & Yoga on the Barge \nBays Mountain Park is partnering with a local yoga instructor to offer residents a new type of yoga class\, one that takes place in the morning on the park’s barge. \nThe class is called Barre and Yoga on the Barge\, and the one-hour session will take place on April 13\, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Inspired by elements of ballet\, yoga and Pilates\, barre is a workout technique designed to target major muscle groups via small movements. \nThe cost is $8 per person and class size is limited to 14 people. Participants of all levels are welcome to attend. Wear exercise clothing and bring your own water bottle with a sealable lid. No mats are required. \nNote: The barge leaves promptly at 10 a.m.\, so please be on board 10 minutes early. \n\nTo register\, visit https://bit.ly/3voVWSx. You can also register by clicking on the CivicRec link in the Connect Kingsport app or go to www.kingsporttn.gov and click on “CivicRec\,” then search for “yoga” in the search bar. \nFor information about other events\, activities and programs offered by Bays Mountain Park\, visit www.baysmountain.com. \nAbout Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium \nAnnually\, more than 200\,000 visitors pass through Bays Mountain Park making it one of the State of Tennessee’s Top 50 Most Visited Attractions\, according to the State of Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. One of the nation’s largest city-owned parks with 3\,750 acres\, Bays Mountain Park features roughly 44 miles of hiking trails\, a state-of-the-art planetarium\, wildlife habitats\, fun exhibits\, a 44-acre lake\, ropes course with zip line\, trails for mountain biking and much\, much more. For more information\, please visit www.baysmountain.com. \nAbout the City of Kingsport \nFounded in 1917\, the City of Kingsport (pop. 55\,400) is located on the Tennessee-Virginia border at the crossroads of I-81 and I-26 near the geographic center of the eastern United States. The city is widely known as a planned community\, designed by renowned city planner John Nolen and wrapping around the foot of Bays Mountain – a 3\,750-acre park\, nature preserve\, planetarium and observatory. Kingsport is recognized as an International Safe Community by the National Safety Council\, a Healthier Tennessee community\, and won the 2009 Harvard Innovations in American Government Award for its higher education initiatives. While many city names are duplicated throughout the U.S.\, there’s only one Kingsport – a fact that invokes community pride\, known locally as the “Kingsport Spirit.” For more information\, please visit www.kingsporttn.gov.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/barre-yoga-on-the-barge/
LOCATION:Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium\, 853 Bays Mountain Park Rd\, Kingsport\, TN\, 37660\, United States
CATEGORIES:General,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T110000
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SUMMARY:Winter Planetarium Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Bays Mountain Park hosting Winter Planetarium Yoga \nBays Mountain Park is partnering with a local yoga instructor to offer residents an immersive yoga program inside the park’s planetarium theater. \nThe 60 minute event will take place from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. on February 22 inside the planetarium theater at Bays Mountain Park. The cost is $12 per person and class size is limited to 10 people. Participants of all levels are welcome to attend. Wear exercise clothing and bring your own mat and water with a sealable lid. \nThe planetarium will simulate a day’s journey – from dawn to dusk – while participants do Sun Salutations\, Warrior series\, and balance poses. Concentric\, eccentric and isometric contractions will be featured so participants can work to optimize both their strength and balance. \n\nFinally\, the class concludes with a twilight to starry night sky for the restorative portion of the yoga class. \n\nTo register\, visit https://bit.ly/3voVWSx. You can also register by clicking on the CivicRec link in the Connect Kingsport app or go to www.kingsporttn.gov and click on “CivicRec\,” then search for “yoga” in the search bar. \nFor information about other events\, activities and programs offered by Bays Mountain Park\, visit www.baysmountain.com. \nAbout Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium \nAnnually\, more than 200\,000 visitors pass through Bays Mountain Park making it one of the State of Tennessee’s Top 50 Most Visited Attractions\, according to the State of Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. One of the nation’s largest city-owned parks with 3\,750 acres\, Bays Mountain Park features roughly 44 miles of hiking trails\, a state-of-the-art planetarium\, wildlife habitats\, fun exhibits\, a 44-acre lake\, ropes course with zip line\, trails for mountain biking and much\, much more. For more information\, please visit www.baysmountain.com. \n  \n  \nAbout the City of Kingsport \nFounded in 1917\, the City of Kingsport (pop. 55\,400) is located on the Tennessee-Virginia border at the crossroads of I-81 and I-26 near the geographic center of the eastern United States. The city is widely known as a planned community\, designed by renowned city planner John Nolen and wrapping around the foot of Bays Mountain – a 3\,750-acre park\, nature preserve\, planetarium and observatory. Kingsport is recognized as an International Safe Community by the National Safety Council\, a Healthier Tennessee community\, and won the 2009 Harvard Innovations in American Government Award for its higher education initiatives. While many city names are duplicated throughout the U.S.\, there’s only one Kingsport – a fact that invokes community pride\, known locally as the “Kingsport Spirit.” For more information\, please visit www.kingsporttn.gov.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/winter-planetarium-yoga/
LOCATION:Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium\, 853 Bays Mountain Park Rd\, Kingsport\, TN\, 37660\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240122T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240122T140000
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SUMMARY:Bays Mountain Park hosting Winter Solstice Yoga & Meditation Class
DESCRIPTION:Bays Mountain Park is partnering with a local yoga instructor to offer residents a special winter solstice yoga and meditation program inside the planetarium theater. \nThe event will take place from 1 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. on January 27 in the planetarium theater at Bays Mountain Park. \nThis 40-minute immersive yoga and meditation program will simulate a day’s journey from dawn to dusk within the planetarium\, while participants do standing yoga poses. Students will be encouraged to work briefly (15 to 20 minutes) on their strength\, flexibility and balance. \nThe remaining 20 minutes of the program will involve light stretching and guided meditation\, while the planetarium transitions from twilight to night. This class is designed for people with lower mobility or those who simply enjoy more restful and reflective opportunities. \nThe cost is $10 per person and class size is limited to 20 people. Wear exercise clothing and bring water with a sealable lid. No mat is required. \nTo register\, visit https://bit.ly/3Ly15wy. You can also register by clicking on the CivicRec link in the Connect Kingsport app or go to www.kingsporttn.gov and click on “CivicRec\,” then search for “yoga” in the search bar. \nFor information about other events\, activities and programs offered by Bays Mountain Park\, visit www.baysmountain.com. \nAbout Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/bays-mountain-park-hosting-winter-solstice-yoga-meditation-class/
LOCATION:Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium\, 853 Bays Mountain Park Rd\, Kingsport\, TN\, 37660\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,General,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240115T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240115T123000
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SUMMARY:Bays Mountain Park hosts Winter Yoga Hike
DESCRIPTION:Bays Mountain Park is partnering with a local yoga instructor to offer residents a special Winter Yoga Hike. \nThe hike will take place from 11 a.m. to 12:15 on January 15 at Bays Mountain Park. Enjoy the winter season by participating in a 2-mile\, out and back hike along a portion of the Lake Road and Azalea Trails that will take approximately 70 minutes to complete (yoga included). \nThe amphitheater and other stops along the way are utilized to teach standing yoga poses that will challenge and develop your strength\, flexibility and balance. Isometric core work will be emphasized while hiking. \n\nThe cost is $6 per person and class size is limited to 15 people. All levels are welcome. Wear exercise clothing and plan to meet outside the Nature Center. \n\nTo register\, visit https://bit.ly/3Ly15wy. You can also register by clicking on the CivicRec link in the Connect Kingsport app or go to www.kingsporttn.gov and click on “CivicRec\,” then search for “yoga” in the search bar. \nFor information about other events\, activities and programs offered by Bays Mountain Park\, visit www.baysmountain.com. \nAbout Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/bays-mountain-park-hosts-winter-yoga-hike-2/
LOCATION:Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium\, 853 Bays Mountain Park Rd\, Kingsport\, TN\, 37660\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240115T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240115T123000
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SUMMARY:Bays Mountain Park hosts Winter Yoga Hike
DESCRIPTION:Bays Mountain Park is partnering with a local yoga instructor to offer residents a special Winter Yoga Hike. \nThe hike will take place from 11 a.m. to 12:15 on January 15 at Bays Mountain Park. Enjoy the winter season by participating in a 2-mile\, out and back hike along a portion of the Lake Road and Azalea Trails that will take approximately 70 minutes to complete (yoga included). \nThe amphitheater and other stops along the way are utilized to teach standing yoga poses that will challenge and develop your strength\, flexibility and balance. Isometric core work will be emphasized while hiking. \n\nThe cost is $6 per person and class size is limited to 15 people. All levels are welcome. Wear exercise clothing and plan to meet outside the Nature Center. \n\nTo register\, visit https://bit.ly/3Ly15wy. You can also register by clicking on the CivicRec link in the Connect Kingsport app or go to www.kingsporttn.gov and click on “CivicRec\,” then search for “yoga” in the search bar. \nFor information about other events\, activities and programs offered by Bays Mountain Park\, visit www.baysmountain.com. \nAbout Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/bays-mountain-park-hosts-winter-yoga-hike/
LOCATION:Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium\, 853 Bays Mountain Park Rd\, Kingsport\, TN\, 37660\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,General,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240111T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240111T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T055517
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SUMMARY:Bays Mountain Park hosting Planetarium Yoga program
DESCRIPTION:Bays Mountain Park is partnering with a local yoga instructor to offer residents an immersive yoga program inside the park’s planetarium theater. \nThe 60 minute event will take place from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. on January 18 inside the planetarium theater at Bays Mountain Park. The cost is $12 per person and class size is limited to 10 people. Participants of all levels are welcome to attend. Wear exercise clothing and bring your own mat and water with a sealable lid. \nThe planetarium will simulate a day’s journey – from dawn to dusk – while participants do Sun Salutations\, Warrior series\, and balance poses. Concentric\, eccentric and isometric contractions will be featured so participants can work to optimize both their strength and balance. \n\nFinally\, the class concludes with a twilight to starry night sky for the restorative portion of the yoga class. \n\nTo register\, visit https://bit.ly/3voVWSx. You can also register by clicking on the CivicRec link in the Connect Kingsport app or go to www.kingsporttn.gov and click on “CivicRec\,” then search for “yoga” in the search bar. \nFor information about other events\, activities and programs offered by Bays Mountain Park\, visit www.baysmountain.com. \nAbout Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/bays-mountain-park-hosting-planetarium-yoga-program/
LOCATION:Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium\, 853 Bays Mountain Park Rd\, Kingsport\, TN\, 37660\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,General
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SUMMARY:Celebrate the Holidays at Bays Mountain Park
DESCRIPTION:Bays Mountain Park is hosting its first-ever “Holiday at Bays” event this month with an evening of festive activities\, including wreath-making\, barge rides\, owl searching\, and an amazing laser light show in the planetarium. \nHoliday at Bays will take place on December 9\, kicking off with a holiday laser light show at 5:30 p.m. in the planetarium (Cost: $10 per person). Then\, if you choose\, you can participate in a second activity (Owl Prowl\, Barge Ride or Wreath Workshop) for an additional fee. \nLaser Light Show: \nCelebrate the season under the planetarium dome with a selection of our favorite holiday tunes brought to life with gorgeous laser choreography\, full dome visuals and colorful lighting effects. Vibrant animations and gorgeous abstracts dance above your heads\, as the music takes you away from the hustle and bustle of daily life. It might be cold outside\, but it’s nice and toasty under the dome. \nOwl Prowl: \nJoin naturalist Fred Hilton on a journey through the winter forests as he puts his owl calling skills to the test. This program will involve a short hike and participants should be prepared with sturdy shoes\, warm jackets\, and flashlights. \n\nBarge Ride: \nEnjoy a nighttime barge ride around our lake under the glow of Christmas lights. Participants will explore the lake and talk about the history of Christmas in Appalachia. Hot chocolate will be served prior to boarding but be sure to dress warmly as it will be cold on the water. \n\nWreath Workshop: \nContinue the tradition of wreath making using natural materials found right in our own backyards. This class is a great way to express your creativity and learn a little about Christmas of times past. The park will provide all the materials. Plan to meet at the Farmstead at 6:30 p.m. to start crafting. \n\nPre-registration is required for all events and can be done so by going to this link: https://bit.ly/3R4oFmH. You can also register by clicking on the CivicRec link in the Connect Kingsport app or go to www.kingsporttn.gov and click on “CivicRec\,” then search for “Holiday at Bays” in the search bar. \n\nFor information about other activities\, events and programs at Bays Mountain Park\, please visit www.baysmountain.com. \nAbout Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium \nAnnually\, more than 200\,000 visitors pass through Bays Mountain Park making it one of the State of Tennessee’s Top 50 Most Visited Attractions\, according to the State of Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. One of the nation’s largest city-owned parks with 3\,750 acres\, Bays Mountain Park features roughly 44 miles of hiking trails\, a state-of-the-art planetarium\, wildlife habitats\, fun exhibits\, a 44-acre lake\, ropes course with zip line\, trails for mountain biking and much\, much more.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/celebrate-the-holidays-at-bays-mountain-park/
LOCATION:Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium\, 853 Bays Mountain Park Rd\, Kingsport\, TN\, 37660\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts/Crafts,Featured,Festivals,Food/Drink,General,Music,Outdoors
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SUMMARY:Bays Mountain Park hosting Holiday Partner Yoga Class
DESCRIPTION:Feel free to bring a spouse\, a child\, a significant other or a good friend \nBays Mountain Park is partnering with a local yoga instructor to offer residents a special Holiday Partner Yoga class at the Farmstead Museum. \nThe event will take place from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. on December 2 at the Farmstead Museum at Bays Mountain Park. \nJoin us for a unique class designed to enhance communication between you and a partner\, while challenging your body in active poses that build strength\, balance and flexibility. The class will end with a relaxation and meditative section. \nThe cost is $6 per person and class size is limited to 12 people. Feel free to bring a spouse\, a child\, a significant other or a good friend. Wear exercise clothing and bring your own mat and water with a sealable lid. All levels are welcome. \nTo register\, visit https://bit.ly/3Ly15wy. You can also register by clicking on the CivicRec link in the Connect Kingsport app or go to www.kingsporttn.gov and click on “CivicRec\,” then search for “yoga” in the search bar. \nFor information about other events\, activities and programs offered by Bays Mountain Park\, visit www.baysmountain.com. \nAbout the City of Kingsport \nFounded in 1917\, the City of Kingsport (pop. 55\,400) is located on the Tennessee-Virginia border at the crossroads of I-81 and I-26 near the geographic center of the eastern U.S. The city is widely known as a planned community\, designed by renowned city planner John Nolen and wrapping around the foot of Bays Mountain – a 3\,750-acre park\, nature preserve\, planetarium and observatory. Kingsport is recognized as an International Safe Community by the National Safety Council\, a Healthier Tennessee community\, and won the 2009 Harvard Innovations in American Government Award for its higher education initiatives. While many city names are duplicated throughout the U.S.\, there’s only one Kingsport – a fact that invokes community pride\, known locally as the “Kingsport Spirit.”
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/bays-mountain-park-hosting-holiday-partner-yoga-class/
LOCATION:Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium\, 853 Bays Mountain Park Rd\, Kingsport\, TN\, 37660\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Activities,Featured,General
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SUMMARY:Veterans Day Yoga Hike
DESCRIPTION:Bays Mountain Park hosts Veterans Day Yoga Hike \nAll proceeds will go towards the Fox Den Playground project \nBays Mountain Park is partnering with a local yoga instructor to offer residents a special Veterans Day Yoga Hike\, with all proceeds going to a worthy project. \nThe hike will take place from 11 a.m. to 12:15 on November 11 (Veterans Day) at Bays Mountain Park. Participants should meet outside the Nature Center. \nThis hike features a 2-mile\, out and back portion of the Lake Road and Azalea Trails that will take approximately 70 minutes to complete\, yoga included. The amphitheater and other stops along the way are utilized to teach standing yoga poses that will challenge and develop your strength\, flexibility and balance. \nThe cost is $3 per person and class size is limited to 12 people. All proceeds will go towards the Fox Den Playground project. Wear exercise clothing and bring your own mat and water with a sealable lid. All levels are welcome. \n\nTo register\, visit https://bit.ly/3Ly15wy. You can also register by clicking on the CivicRec link in the Connect Kingsport app or go to www.kingsporttn.gov and click on “CivicRec\,” then search for “yoga” in the search bar. \nFor information about other events\, activities and programs offered by Bays Mountain Park\, visit www.baysmountain.com. \nAbout the City of Kingsport \nFounded in 1917\, the City of Kingsport (pop. 55\,400) is located on the Tennessee-Virginia border at the crossroads of I-81 and I-26 near the geographic center of the eastern U.S. The city is widely known as a planned community\, designed by renowned city planner John Nolen and wrapping around the foot of Bays Mountain – a 3\,750-acre park\, nature preserve\, planetarium and observatory. Kingsport is recognized as an International Safe Community by the National Safety Council\, a Healthier Tennessee community\, and won the 2009 Harvard Innovations in American Government Award for its higher education initiatives. While many city names are duplicated throughout the U.S.\, there’s only one Kingsport – a fact that invokes community pride\, known locally as the “Kingsport Spirit.”
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/veterans-day-yoga-hike/
LOCATION:Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium\, 853 Bays Mountain Park Rd\, Kingsport\, TN\, 37660\, United States
CATEGORIES:General,Outdoors
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SUMMARY:Night Skies of Aboriginal Australia
DESCRIPTION:Bays Mountain Park and Planetarium has scheduled a special\, one-night-only program next month featuring Paul Curnow – an astronomy lecturer at the Adelaide Planetarium in South Australia. \nCurnow will be live at the planetarium hosting “Night Skies of Aboriginal Australia” – a program showcasing Aboriginal Dreaming stories\, their dark pattern shapes\, the names given to the stars and the differences between the way the sky is viewed compared to the classical 88 constellations used by contemporary astronomers. \nThe 60-minute program will take place at 7 p.m. on November 10. Registration is required. Tickets are $15 each or $10 for children 12 or younger. This is a special presentation by the Bays Mountain Park Association. \nTo register\, visit https://bit.ly/46YHKwY. You can also register by clicking on the CivicRec link in the Connect Kingsport app or go to www.kingsporttn.gov and click on “CivicRec\,” then search for “Aboriginal Australia” in the search bar. \n\nAbout “Night Skies of Aboriginal Australia” \nAboriginal Australians have been looking at the night sky for tens of thousands of years. This connection with the night sky represents some of the earliest ponderings about the cosmos and was an effort to explain natural phenomena. Moreover\, the stars were used for navigation\, education\, as a seasonal guide to the availability of foods\, in addition to reinforcing cultural identity and spirituality. \nAbout Paul Curnow \nAfter three decades of research\, Paul Curnow is South Australia’s Longest serving planetarium lecturer and is regarded as one of the world’s leading authorities on Australian Aboriginal night sky knowledge. \nIn addition\, Curnow runs several popular courses for the public that focus on the constellations\, planetary astronomy\, meteoritics\, historical astronomy and ethnoastronomy\, which primarily deals with how the night sky is seen by non-western cultures. \nOn this trip to the United States\, Curnow is making his way across the country and providing presentations like this at the Griffith Observatory in Los Angeles and the Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff\, AZ. \nAbout the City of Kingsport \nFounded in 1917\, the City of Kingsport (pop. 55\,400) is located on the Tennessee-Virginia border at the crossroads of I-81 and I-26 near the geographic center of the eastern U.S. The city is widely known as a planned community\, designed by renowned city planner John Nolen and wrapping around the foot of Bays Mountain – a 3\,750-acre park\, nature preserve\, planetarium and observatory. Kingsport is recognized as an International Safe Community by the National Safety Council\, a Healthier Tennessee community\, and won the 2009 Harvard Innovations in American Government Award for its higher education initiatives. While many city names are duplicated throughout the U.S.\, there’s only one Kingsport – a fact that invokes community pride\, known locally as the “Kingsport Spirit.”
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/night-skies-of-aboriginal-australia/
LOCATION:Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium\, 853 Bays Mountain Park Rd\, Kingsport\, TN\, 37660\, United States
CATEGORIES:General,Historical Events
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