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The Beauty of a Still Life

In art, a still life captures a single moment in time. In the case of the Smokies, it’s a canvas laid bare in Winter.

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Of Feather, Fur & Foliage

In Fall in the Great Smoky Mountains, you can hear rustling leaves no matter where you stand. But it’s not always the...

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When the Foothills Turn to Gold

To witness the Great Smoky Mountains in Autumn is to watch Mother Nature work her greatest wonder.

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The October Sky Butterbean

Read about the unique namesake of a bean growing in the Garden at Blackberry Farm.

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Refreshed for Spring

After a Winter refresh, Blackberry Mountain is welcoming guests back with fresh updates and a new season. 

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Looking Back: A History of Pimento Cheese

Pimento cheese is a longstanding staple and beloved snack in the South and right here at Blackberry Farm. 

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Winter Wanderer

Learn how wandering in nature and embracing Winter weather not only feels good but is truly good for you.

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Holiday Hosting Tips

Host a holiday celebration everyone will remember with top tips from Blackberry Farm and Blackberry Mountain!

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How to Start Your Homesteading Journey

Explore beginner-friendly homesteading tips from Blackberry Farm Farmstead Director Christen Waddell!

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Passionate About Pumpkins

Blackberry team members share their favorite ways to use pumpkin.

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Blackberry Loves Bees

Read stories that share more about our bee program and how we support local pollinators.

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Summer Sips and Celebrations

We asked our team two important Summer questions. See what they said!

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Blackberry Mountain Wildflower Guide

We created a wildflower guide so you know exactly what blooms to keep an eye out for in Spring and Summer!

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Spring Migration at Blackberry Farm

Learn what birds are returning to Blackberry Farm for the coming Spring.

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Winter Blooms

Learn how you can bring life into your home through Winter with touches of seasonal floral.

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Making Suds

Get creative and clean with this soap-making DIY from Camp Blackberry.

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Holiday Memories

Blackberry team members share their favorite holiday memories and traditions.

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A Warm and Cozy Winter

We’re dropping a few tips on how you can keep your body and your soul warm through the Winter at the Mountain.

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‘Tis the Season for Hosting

Get the inside scoop on how you can host your next gathering in Blackberry Style.

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Winter Wonders

Blackberry Mountain’s land manager is sharing about the beauty and activity in nature during Winter at the Mountain.

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On the Side

Blackberry team members share their favorite Thanksgiving side dishes.

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Raining Colors

Learn how weather may impact the Fall foliage you’ll observe at Blackberry.

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A Woolly Worm Winter

Learn about the woolly worm and how it may predict what to expect for Winter.

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The Garden Toy

Visit the Garden at Blackberry Farm to enjoy a fun Fall favorite, the Tennessee Spinning Gourd!

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Build a Blackberry Fire

Get tips from Blackberry for building a fire that lasts this Winter.

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Prairie Dropseed

Learn about prairie dropseed and how it benefits Blackberry Mountain and impacts your stay.

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Border Plants

Learn what to plant around your garden to help repel unwanted pests through the growing season.

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Mountain in Bloom

Learn how Blackberry Mountain's Grounds team supports the natural cycle of wildflower growth on our land.

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Living at the Pollinator Wall

Get a glimpse into what insects are making a home in the pollinator wall and why they're so important to the health of...

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Extend the Life of your Spring Floral

Extend the life of your cut flowers this Spring with help from the Blackberry floral team.