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Nature: Shhh…. I’m Sleeping – Animal Hibernation

Bays Mountain Park 853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN, United States

Nature: Shhh.... I'm Sleeping ~ Animals hibernate so they can survive throughout the cold season when the weather is freezing and food is scarce. Do all animals hibernate? You will find out the answer to this question and more during this program. Tickets can be purchased in the Nature Center the day of the program. […]

$3.00

First Day Hike

Bays Mountain Park 853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN, United States

Welcome in 2022 by exploring the great outdoors along a guided hike at BMP. Lace up your hiking boots to experience a cool, quiet morning having the park all to yourself. The park Naturalists will provide two different hikes throughout the park that feature two different trails. This is a free program. Pre-registration is required […]

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PLANETARIUM – “A Part of the Sky Called Orion”

Bays Mountain Park 853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN, United States

"A Part of the Sky Called Orion" looks at how three different ancient cultures looked at the same part of the sky we may know as the Greek constellation Orion. The show focuses on the Greek, Egyptian, and Inupiaq cultures along with their different star stories and images using the night sky. It is a […]

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Nature: Outdoor Survival Series

Bays Mountain Park 853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN, United States

Build your confidence with practical tips and strategies for every outdoor traveler. Learn new outdoor skills through these workshops. All programs will be held outside. Dress for the weather.  Most programs will be held in the Amphitheater with the exception of Shelter Building. It will start in the Farmstead and then end outside. Most sessions […]

$5.00

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PLANETARIUM – “From Earth to the Universe”

Bays Mountain Park 853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN, United States

Fly off to the farthest reaches of the Universe and learn about our Solar System, galaxy, and Universe. The show is followed by a quick tour of the current night sky. The night sky, both beautiful and mysterious, has been the subject of campfire stories, ancient myths and awe for as long as there have […]

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PLANETARIUM – “From Earth to the Universe”

Bays Mountain Park 853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN, United States

Fly off to the farthest reaches of the Universe and learn about our Solar System, galaxy, and Universe. The show is followed by a quick tour of the current night sky. The night sky, both beautiful and mysterious, has been the subject of campfire stories, ancient myths and awe for as long as there have […]

Animal Signs

Bays Mountain Park 853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN, United States

Learn how to identify animals by the signs they leave behind. Tickets can be purchased in the Nature Center the day of the program. Cost is $3 per person for non-members. For public health and safety purposes, this program will be limited to 15 people. Meet below the balcony behind the Nature Center.

$3.00

Barge Ride

Bays Mountain Park 853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN, United States

Enjoy the beauty of the Bays Mountain Reservoir while the secrets of aquatic animals are revealed. Meet at the barge. Tickets can be purchased in the Nature Center on the day of the program. The cost is $5 per person for non-members. For public health and safety purposes, this program will be limited to 15 […]

$5.00
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Evening Barge Ride

Bays Mountain Park 853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN, United States

Enjoy the beauty of the Bays Mountain Reservoir while the secrets of aquatic animals are revealed. Meet at the barge. Tickets can be purchased in the Nature Center on the day of the program. The cost is $5 per person for non-members. For public health and safety purposes, this program will be limited to 15 […]

$5.00
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Barge Ride

Bays Mountain Park 853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN, United States

Enjoy the beauty of the Bays Mountain Reservoir while the secrets of aquatic animals are revealed. Meet at the barge. Tickets can be purchased in the Nature Center on the day of the program. The cost is $5 per person for non-members. For public health and safety purposes, this program will be limited to 15 […]

$5.00

Bays Mountain Park Wildflower Hikes

Bays Mountain Park 853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN, United States

Enjoy the bright colors of spring viewing wildflowers while hiking around the park with a naturalist. Guests need to be pre-registered either online or one can purchase tickets at the Nature Center days before the scheduled program date.

$3.00
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Guided History Hike – 4 mile round trip | 3 hours

Bays Mountain Park 853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN, United States

The hike is $5 per person. See below for registration information.* Spend a spring afternoon wandering along park trails, listening to stories about the mountain. Join us for a Guided History Hike! This program will focus on families that lived in the mountain area, and will be led by park volunteers, David and Brenda Fox. […]

$5.00