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Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host for a quick view of Fall in the Smokies.  Learn about the best places to see the brilliant colors of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park as well events and festivals in the surrounding communities.  Learn about attractions, hiking trails, driving tours and more.

Jason, Andy and Swaggs are throwing a little Tanto-tantrum. That's right. We'll argue how it's pronounced and show you lots of great fixed blades and folders that all have Tanto style blades. Don't miss it.

Featured:

Benchmade Griptilian Black
Item Number: BM553SBK - $75.50 (was $92.99)

https://www.smkw.com/benchmade-griptilian-black-partly-serrated-tanto 

Cold Steel Code 4
Item Number: CS58PT - $104.99 ($105)

https://www.smkw.com/cold-steel-code-4-tnto-pt-pln-s35vn-3-cs58pt 

Rat Worx MRX Chain Drive Auto
Item Number: RW02310 - $249.88 ($250)

https://www.smkw.com/rat-worx-mrx-chain-drive-cpm154-titanium-reverse-tanto 

Boker Plus Komusubi
Item Number: BK01BO258 - $44.96 ($45)

https://www.smkw.com/boker-plus-komusubi-440c-black-g10 

Kershaw Knives Shuffle II (Green)
Item Number: KS8750TOLBW - $21.99

https://www.smkw.com/kershaw-shuffle-ii-od-green-handle-8cr13mov 

Condor Garuda
Item Number: CTK27066HC - $81

https://www.smkw.com/condor-garuda-tanto 

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Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host for a journey through Wears Valley, Cades Cove, Townsend and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park as well as surrounding communities.  Learn about attractions, hiking trails, the best places to dine as well as tips and suggestions for saving time and saving money on your vacation.

Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host for a tour of Dandridge, Douglas Lake and Cosby TN. Learn about different things to do on the other side of the park from waterfall hikes to boating to scenic drives. Discover the history of Dandridge, the recreation of Douglas Lake and the outdoor opportunities of Cosby  There’s a ton to do on the other side of the Smokies, don’t miss it!

Ed "Smoky" Stuever, a maintenance sergeant in the 712th Tank Battalion, never missed a reunion. He loved to bring memorabilia from his days in the Civilian Conservation Corps and the horse cavalry. As I go through the digitized files of interviews and conversations I recorded some 25 years ago, I'm finding a treasure trove of stories from Ed and many others that I'll be sharing as the podcast grows. I welcome comments and questions and even relevant audio clips that listeners would like to share.

Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host for a tour of the Cherokee and Bryson City. Learn about different things to do on the other side of the park from waterfall hikes to historical hikes with interesting tunnels. Discover the heritage of the Cherokee people from a thriving nation to the heart-breaking Trail of Tears. Explore the Smoky Mountains Railway as well as all the places to go tubing on a lazy river.  There’s a ton to do on the other side of the Smokies, don’t miss it!

Nothing can ruin a vacation faster than staying in a cabin that’s dirty, poorly maintained, hard to get to misrepresented in its listing and has no cell service or Wi-Fi.  Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host for his tips on what to look for when selecting you perfect cabin. Save yourself time, money and aggravation by following some common sense advise and maybe a few things you hadn’t considered.

Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host for a tour of the Great Smoky Mountains. Learn about different things to do in the park from waterfall hikes to scenic hikes with panoramic views visiting historical settlements and best place to go hiking with children.  Chuck also covers the best driving tours for those that don’t want to hike.  Included are also tip on what to bring and what to wear when visiting the park.

Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host for a Tour of Sevierville. Learn about attractions such as Forbidden Caverns and Foxfire Mountain. Learn about the best places to dine as well as some brief history on the area.

Join Chuck Schmidt on a tour of Pigeon Forge Tennessee. Learn about the attractions including Titanic, Dollywood, Alcatraz East Crime Museum and more.  Learn about the best places to dine and some helpful tips on avoiding the crowds.

Are you planning a vacation getaway to the Smoky Mountains? Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host for a journey through Gatlinburg. Learn about attractions, places to dine, how to get around as well as tips and suggestions for saving time and saving money on your vacation.

Are you planning a vacation getaway to the Smoky Mountains? Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host for a journey through Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Sevierville and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park as well as surrounding communities. Learn about attractions, hiking trails, the best places to dine as well as tips and suggestions for saving time and saving money on your vacation.

Did you know that the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most visited in the United States? Find out what to do in the park and the surrounding area, including Pigeon Forge, on this week's podcast. We are chatting with Tennessee native Sarah Wilson from The Wandering Rumpus to get her take on visiting the Great Smoky Mountain National Park with kids.

ON THE PODCAST

00:30 - Talking with Kim and Tamara about summer travels

11:20 - Talking with Sarah Wilson

13:12 - Where is the Great Smoky Mountains National Park

15:15 - How long to spend

20:04 - Time of year to go

23:54 - Staying in the park

26:19 - Must dos for families

32:52 - Favorite place to take a family photo

33:55 - Sarah’s favorite travel gear

37:20 - Coming up for Vacation Mavens

ABOUT SARAH WILSON

Sarah is a Nashville-based freelance writer, editor and communications consultant. Sarah writes about kid-friendly Nashville and expanding her family's worldview through travel, food, books, and engaging in our local and international communities at The Wandering Rumpus. Sarah, her husband Brad and their three girls have traveled extensively - both locally and internationally - and are making big plans to do much more wandering with their little brood - around the world and in their backyard -  while sharing tips, encouragement, and laughter around travel and experiences with kids.

Follow Sarah on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterestand Twitter.

TIPS FOR VISITING THE GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK

• Great Smoky Mountains National Park is located in East Tennessee but also spans into North Carolina.
• If you are just planning to visit the national park you could spend a long weekend and have a great time. Spending a full week you will be able to explore the park as well as some of the surrounding area.
• Dollywood is a theme park in Pigeon Forge started by Dolly Parton. You can actually learn quite a bit about the areas history when visiting the theme park. It is very well made and a great way to spend a day while you are in Tennessee.
• Summer is always fun but tends to be busier like a lot of places.
• During the fall you could see the changing of the leaves which is always beautiful along with festivals.
• There are two weeks in the spring/early summer when you can see the mating of fireflies in  open fields. They actually get so busy that they open a lottery for parking in April.
• You can also see the migration of monarch butterflies that happens in late September early October.
• During the winter time they will close certain areas or trails of the park. But this usually just depends on the weather.
• Most of the National Park is meant for camping in a tent, but there are also places to rent cabins.
• You will want to make sure you are booking spots several months in advance to make sure you get a reservation.
• Laurel Falls Trailis a great hike for families. It is only about 2.6 miles to and from the waterfall. Most of the trail is paved so you could potentially bring a stroller.
• Clingmans Dome Trailis also another great hike for families. It will take you to a lookout point which is the highest point in Tennessee and has really beautiful views.
• If you and your family like to take bike rides, there is an eleven mile loop called Cades Cove Loopthat is closed to all cars until 10am on Wednesdays and Saturdays starting in mid-May thru to mid-September.
• If it interests you, there are some great guided tours you can take on horseback along different trails in the Smoky Mountains.
• In the summer months there is an active black bear population, so be sure to practice bear safety if you are planning to go hiking.

BEST PLACE TO TAKE FAMILY PHOTO

Sarah suggest getting a photo in front of a wooden Smoky Mountain sign that you will find at the main entrances. Besides that you can get some great photos at any of the lookouts you visit or even just standing with a trail sign.

FAVORITE TRAVEL GEAR

Sarah recently has been wearing Pranapants that she has loved wearing whether she is at home or traveling.

MENTIONED ON THE PODCAST

10 Best Things To Do In The Great Smoky Mountains National Park With Kids

5 Things I Love About DollyWood

Cobbly Nob Cabin Rentals

Laurel Falls Trail

Clingmans Dome Trail

Cades Cove Loop

Cades Cove Bike Rentals

Smoky Mountain Riding Stables

Surrounding areas:

Knoxville, TN

Chattanooga, TN

Asheville, NC

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If you'd like to view the show notes to this episode, please visit the website at www.MountainNaturePodcast.com/ep080

All the knives you see on this show today were made right here in the good ole USA. Don't miss this show, because we've got something for everyone.

Featured:

Gerber Sharkbelly
Item Number: G1409 - $29.99 ($30)

https://www.smkw.com/gerber-sharkbelly-clip-sf-fe-otd-g1409 

Case Gum Fuddy Baby Butterbean
Item Number: CA18230 - $39.99 ($40)

https://www.smkw.com/case-baby-butterbean-rough-black-synthet-ca18230 

Kershaw Red Leek
Item Number: KS1660RDBW - $44.99 ($45)

https://www.smkw.com/kershaw-leek-red-aluminum-14c28n-steel 

Buck Short Nighthawk
Item Number: BU12220 - $94.99 ($95)

https://www.smkw.com/buck-short-nighthawk-map-bu12220 

SOG Tac Mini Automatic
Item Number: AUSOGST11 - $107.95 ($108)

https://www.smkw.com/sog-tac-mini-black-automatic-ausogst11 

Benchmade 200 Puukko
Item Number: BM200 - $127.50 ($128)

https://www.smkw.com/benchmade-puukko-olive-santoprene-cpm3v-steel 

Weatherford Knife Co. Signature Series Medium
Item Number: WKC0017 - $139.99 ($140)

https://www.smkw.com/weatherford-sig-ser-med-orange-g10-hd-1-wkc0017 

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Guys Talk Knives is produced and created by Smoky Mountain Knife Works - https://www.smkw.com - The world's largest knife store. If it cuts, we carry it.

Like this video and subscribe to our YouTube Channel! Ring that bell, so you never miss an episode. You can also find us on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/guys-talk-knives/id1383317712  Please rate and review ths show for us there! Or, visit our Podcast Page: http://smkwcast.libsyn.com/ 

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Guys Talk Knives: WE is Good (S2 Ep 64)

Andy and Swaggs dive into some sweet new knives from the WE Knife Co. Don't miss out on some amazing knives.

Featured:

WE Knife Co. Scamp
Item Number: WKC905A - $179.99 ($180)

https://www.smkw.com/we-knife-scamp-blk-ti-hdl-hand-rub-fi-1-wkc905a

WE Knife Co. Bishop
Item Number: WKC903C - $249.99 ($250)

https://www.smkw.com/we-knife-bishop-brnz-ti-hdl-w-cf-inla-1-wkc903c

WE Knife Co. Pleroma
Item Number: WKC821B - $289.99 ($290)

https://www.smkw.com/we-knife-pleroma-champagne-ti-vert-hd-1-wkc821b

WE Knife Co. 620J
Item Number: WKC620J - $253.00

https://www.smkw.com/we-knife-brnz-hdl-stnwash-bohler-sati-1-wkc620j

WE Knife Co. Minitor
Item Number: WKC801B - $297.50 ($298)

https://www.smkw.com/we-knife-minitor-blue-titanium-hdl-m390-wkc801b

WE Knife Co. Arrakis 906CF-C
Item Number: WKC906CFC - $348

https://www.smkw.com/we-knife-co-arrakis-906cf-c

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Guys Talk Knives is produced and created by Smoky Mountain Knife Works - https://www.smkw.com  - The world's largest knife store. If it cuts, we carry it.

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Need a little fix? We're digging into some fixed blade knives today, and we're going to have some fun with it - and they're all under 8" overall. Don't miss it.

Featured:

Buck Knives Pursuit Small Hunter
Item Number: BU11891 - $44.99 ($45)

https://www.smkw.com/buck-pursuit-small-drop-point-hunter 

L.T. Wright Knives Bushcrafter HC
Item Number: LTBHCBMM - $105

https://www.smkw.com/lt-bushcraft-hc-1075-convex-blk-micarta-ltbhcbmm 

Condor Unagi Fixed Blade
Item Number: CTK180325 - $63.73 ($64)

The Condor Unagi Neck Knife makes the perfect knife for hunters, campers, and hikers. This rugged knife is great for emergency use, food prep, or just simple everyday cutting tasks. Pick one up before your next trip to the woods.

https://www.smkw.com/condor-unagi-knife-micarta-6-map 

TOPS Little Bugger
Item Number: TPLILB01 - $72.99 ($73)

The TOPS Little Bugger Tan Canvas Micarta Handle was designed as the perfect lightweight utility knife by survivalist Matt Graham. It features a 1095 carbon steel blade with tumble blade finish and modified Scandi grind, a tan canvas micarta handle with black liners, and a coyote tan kydex sheath with injected molded nylon clip.

https://www.smkw.com/tops-little-bugger-with-tan-micarta-handle-model-tplilb01 

ESEE 3HM
Item Number: ESEE3HMK - $97.99 ($98)

https://www.smkw.com/esee-3-plain-modified-kydex-esee3hmk 

Combat Ready Mini M1 Bayonet
Item Number: CBR349 - $9.99 ($10)

https://www.smkw.com/combat-ready-mini-m1-bayonet-brn-stg-bon-cbr349 

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Guys Talk Knives is produced and created by Smoky Mountain Knife Works - https://www.smkw.com - The world's largest knife store. If it cuts, we carry it.

Like this video and subscribe to our YouTube Channel! Ring that bell, so you never miss an episode. You can also find us on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/guys-talk-knives/id1383317712 Please rate and review ths show for us there! Or, visit our Podcast Page: http://smkwcast.libsyn.com/ 

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Featured:

Ka-bar TDI Flipper Folder
Item Number: KA2490 - $49.95 ($50)

https://www.smkw.com/kabar-tdi-flipper-folder-ka2490 

KA-BAR Single Mark 1095 Carbon Steel
Item Number: KA1320 - $82.99

https://www.smkw.com/kabar-single-mark-ka1320  

Ka-Bar 9909 Tactical Spork Military Set
Item Number: KA9909MIL - $19.99 ($20)

Set of 3 in new military colors.

https://www.smkw.com/kabar-spork-3-pack-military 

Ka-Bar Jarosz Wharncliffe Folder
Item Number: KA7508 - $79.99 ($80)

Also available in a Spear Point version.

https://www.smkw.com/kabar-jarosz-wharncliff-flipper-folder-aus8a-steel-tan-g10 

https://www.smkw.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=Ka-bar+jarosz 

KA-BAR Jarosz Globetrotter
Item Number: KA7502 - $79.99 ($80)

https://www.smkw.com/kabar-jarosz-globetrotter-brn-shth-pln 

KA-BAR Becker Crewman
Item Number: KABK10 - $89.99 ($90)

https://www.smkw.com/kabar-becker-crewman 

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Want to send us a comment or ask a question? Send your email to socialsmkw@gmail.com now! Don't have time for an email. Call in and leave us a voice message: (865) 424-0222

Guys Talk Knives is produced and created by Smoky Mountain Knife Works - https://www.smkw.com  - The world's largest knife store. If it cuts, we carry it.

Like this video and subscribe to our YouTube Channel! Ring that bell, so you never miss an episode. You can also find us on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/guys-talk-knives/id1383317712  Please rate and review ths show for us there! Or, visit our Podcast Page: http://smkwcast.libsyn.com/ 

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Andy and Swaggs are digging into the Kizer brand. If you love smooth action and modern folders, don't miss this episode. There are some gorgeous modern folding knives in this show.

Featured:

Kizer Vanguard Kala
Item Number: V4479A1 - $95.00

https://www.smkw.com/kizer-kala-a1-black-g10-bld-vg10 

Kizer Flashbang
S35VN and Titanium Version
Item Number: KI454A1 - $171.00

https://www.smkw.com/kizer-cutlery-flashbang-s35v-blade-titan

Kizer Theta
Item Number: KI4514 - $180.00

https://www.smkw.com/kizer-theta-framelock 

Kizer Megatherium
Item Number: KI4502A1 - $233.00

https://www.smkw.com/kizer-megatherium-ki4502a1 

Kizer C10C Sheepdog
Item Number: KI4488 - $204.00

https://www.smkw.com/kizer-c01c-sheepdog-s35vn-bld-titan-hdl 

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Want to send us a comment or ask a question? Send your email to socialsmkw@gmail.com now! Don't have time for an email. Call in and leave us a voice message: (865) 424-0222

Guys Talk Knives is produced and created by Smoky Mountain Knife Works - https://www.smkw.com - The world's largest knife store. If it cuts, we carry it.

Like this video and subscribe to our YouTube Channel! Ring that bell, so you never miss an episode. You can also find us on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/guys-talk-knives/id1383317712  Please rate and review ths show for us there! Or, visit our Podcast Page: http://smkwcast.libsyn.com/ 

©2019 SMKW, Inc. All Rights Reserved. While we encourage sharing, this videocast/podcast may not be reproduced in part or in full without the express written permission of SMKW, Inc.