Pollywogs, Eggs, and Singing Frogs

Thursday March 19

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1:00 PM  –  5:00 PM

Visit ponds in Cades Cove to look for spotted salamander and wood frog eggs, tadpoles, frogs and salamanders. We’ll discuss amphibian biology, ecology, and research. You’ll leave a little wet but with new friends and great memories!

Guide Liz Domingue

 

Activity Rating Easy Active: A light-impact experience requiring some physical activity.

 

Distance 1–2 miles (1.6–3.2 km)

 

Meeting Location Cades Cove Orientation Shelter (view map). There will be an option to carpool throughout Cades Cove.

 

Event Location Cades Cove

 

Settings and Terrain

  • Uneven trails
  • Potential hazards, including exposed roots, downed trees, and rocks
  • Potential wildlife presence, including large fauna, insects, and snakes

What to Bring

For this activity:

  • A few sandwich-sized, clear plastic bags
  • A small dip net if you have one
  • Waterproof shoes/boots, or shoes you don’t mind getting wet
  • A change of socks and shoes
  • Applicable field guides of interest
  • Camera and binoculars

Required gear for all activities:

  • Comfortable and sturdy shoes/boots 
  • Rain gear and dress in layers for potentially changing weather
  • Sun protection (sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen)
  • Trekking poles or hiking staff to aid stability
  • Food and plenty of water
About Your Guide 
Liz Domingue is a professional naturalist, educator, nature photographer, and guide with over 40 years of experience hiking, backpacking, photographing, and studying the natural world. Her interest in and study of natural history have been her lifelong pursuits and passions. As the originator and operator of her business, Just Get Outdoors, she leads interpretive hikes and Naturalist Adventure Tours regionally and throughout the United States. Liz also offers photography workshops and conducts environmental education programs for youth, adults, and fellow educators.
 
Liz has been a Branch Out program guide since the program's inception. She has conducted Training Days for Smokies Life employees for over 20 years and operated Just Get Outdoors for 25 years.
 
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Event Disclaimer 
This information has been designed to be as accurate as possible; however, all programs are subject to change for multiple reasons, including weather.
 
Questions?
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Member Fee $45
 
Guest Fee $85
As a member, you are invited and encouraged to bring along a guest. This fee includes admission to this event and a year-long Park Keeper membership for your guest. 
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