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This beautiful little song bird lands in the crab apple tree and lets his voice be heard as he lifts up his head to the sky and sings to the world. I kept the video going as long as he wanted to stay put and sing. It is a beautiful little bird and I am not sure of what kind he is. The markings are not those of the common sparrow, but he may be some kin to one. Enjoy this lovely tune from this beautiful little bird.This beautiful little song bird lands in the crab apple tree and lets his voice be... more
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I have been adding photos to an album I named "Colors of Fall". I have now made this video to bring the photos to life and have named it "Living Colors of Fall". This video was made in the Prentice Cooper State Forest atop Suck Creek Mountain only 8 miles from Hwy 27 at the Signal Mountain Blvd exit in Chattanooga, Tn. Prentice Cooper has alot of recreational activities to offer such as hiking, kayaking, swimming, horse back riding, and also ATV riding is allowed in most areas.
How do you get here?
Map: http://maps.google.com/maps?q=prentice+cooper+state+forest+map&ie=UTF8&hl=en&sll=35.142755,
photos: Colors of Fall: http://current.com/items/90962281_colors-of-fall.htmI have been adding photos to an album I named "Colors of Fall". I have now... more
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Yesterday, on August 24, 2009, I was in the forest of the Prentice Cooper State Forest on Suck Creek Mountain, capturing some of the beautiful colors of fall, when in the sun's light that was shining through the many different colors of leaves , I catch the glimpse of a very large spider's web. I never saw the spider that had spun this web, but believe me I did look as well as I could have. He had to be a very big spider.Yesterday, on August 24, 2009, I was in the forest of the Prentice Cooper State Forest... more
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This is beautiful Suck Creek within Marion County in the Prentice Cooper State Forest. Suck Creek is an unusual name. Where did it come from? Following is a excerpt from the link provided: In the canyons around Signal Mountain there lies a small community called Suck Creek. It's name isn't the only unusual thing about it. Suck Creek is actually the name of the creek which flows through the area. The creek received this unusual name because as it flows into the Tennessee River, it causes rapids and whirlpools which were known to suck in passing boats.
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See the site: http://johnnorrisbrown.com/paranormal-tn/suck-creek/index.htm
Read about the sports and activities provided: River Facts: http://www.riverfacts.com/rivers/13163.html
Map: http://www.mapquest.com/maps?city=Suck+Creek&state=TNThis is beautiful Suck Creek within Marion County in the Prentice Cooper State Forest.... more
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Yesterday I had found a dead deer in the Prentice Cooper State Forest and its carcass lying in water that flows into Suck Creek in Marion County just north of Chattanooga, Tennessee. I reported it to the State Forestry officials upon my finding it. No one from the Tennessee State Forestry Prentice Cooper Division called me back. So, I went prepared today to remove the deer from the water of the Prentice Cooper State Forest property. I discovered that this deer had been killed by poachers. The video shows that the area where the antlers were was cut out with precision. I, on the video, had said someone had removed its brain, but I was kind of upset and not thinking clearly. What I should have said was that someone had removed its antlers.
When I got home, I tried to contact the Prentice Cooper State Forest officials to tell them that I had removed the deer and they could come retrieve the carcass and dispose of it, however, I could not reach them. So, I called the Tennessee Environmental Assistance Center of the Tennessee Department of Conservation and spoke thoroughly about this matter describing it to him. He told me that based upon what I was telling him, poachers had killed this animal and cut off the antlers and bone out of the head with a saw. He was very concerned and said that I could rest assured that he was as concerned about this matter as I was and that he would follow through on this matter and have the carcass picked up. He also went on to say that this was a crime and that the officials of the Prentice Cooper State Forest should have immediately followed up on this from the initial report and that they would be hearing from his office. I admit I do not remove dogs or animals on a daily basis and this was kind of an emotional incident for me and at the same time it made me angry. I do not mind getting my hands dirty. I do not mind taking part in keeping our natural resources clean and well-kept. I am very much for the protection of our natural resources and am not afraid to say it or show it.
So, anyway. I hope that everyone will try to bare with me and understand that this was a threat to the health of others; it also is a federal offense to kill deer when out of season as it is against the law to kill other animals; it is also an outright shame and is disgusting to throw the carcass of a dead animal into the area of a State Forest or anywhere in the water that leads into our creeks and rivers. This is a felony. Should they ever catch someone committing or taking part in this activity there will be grave penalties. It is a highly punishable crime to kill wildlife when it is prohibited or no license or not in season.
I know that looking at it from the sick individuals point of view that did this, they did not have time to take it away, "man, just cut it off and lets go." Well, that view is WRONG! So suck it up if you want to argue about this. Because it is flat out WRONG! Take a stand for what you say you believe in.Yesterday I had found a dead deer in the Prentice Cooper State Forest and its carcass... more
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Walking down the Suck Creek Mountain Road in Prentice Cooper State Forest, I was on my way to the see kayaking, but I never made it. However, I took some time to enjoy some of God's beautiful nature. I have seen this little hole in the side of this rock more than a hundred times, but never got in it, so today I did. I like the scenery and the way the trees enclose you with all of the leaves still on them is kind of neat.Walking down the Suck Creek Mountain Road in Prentice Cooper State Forest, I was on my... more
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It is September 18, 2009 and the leaves are beginning to change in the Prentice Cooper State Forest and Wildlife Management Area atop Suck Creek Mountain in Chattanooga, Tennessee. I have begun my 2009 fall photo album and have entitled it "Colors of Fall". As fall comes upon us I will continue to add to my photo album and collect all of the beautiful colors that I see.
I am making a request to everyone to begin their fall photo albums and join our group. Display your albums within this group and lets enjoy sharing all of our beautiful "Colors of Fall" to the world.It is September 18, 2009 and the leaves are beginning to change in the Prentice Cooper... more
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I would like to say at the time of this video recording, I was not aware of current.com. Now, everything I am working on is toward posting on current.
This is an introduction to a hike I went on today, September 4, 2009 and I am hoping to present to everyone what a beautiful place this is atop the Suck Creek Mountain in Prentice Cooper State Forest and Wildlife Management Area.
The following from : http://www.outdoorchattanooga.com/505.htm
Prentice Cooper State Forest
12,000 acres with approximately 100 miles of dirt roads/trails. Multi-use trails open to motor vehicles, ATV’s, hiking, horseback riding. Roads/trails can be a mix of dirt, gravel, or rocks. Terrain varies from very easy to very steep.
Address: Marion County, TN
Related activities: trail riding, hiking, kayaking and canoeing
Distance from Outdoor Chattanooga HQ: 45 minutes
Map(s) and directions:
From Chattanooga, take Hwy 27 to Signal Mountain exit. Turn right onto Signal Mountain Rd. Turn left onto Hwy 27 (Suck Creek Rd.) Do not go up the mountain on Hwy 127. Continue on Hwy 27 for approximately 8 miles (into Marion County). Watch for sign of your left that says Prentice Cooper Wildlife Management Area. Turn left at that sign. Bear to left again at junction, and turn left at next road. Small sign says Prentice Cooper WMA. Go about one mile to check-in station on your left. Park at check-in station.
Maps available through Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, (800) 262-6704
Prentice Cooper Region 3 office: (931) 484-9571
Prentice Cooper manager’s office: (423) 658-0298
Activity type: easy to difficult
Dates/Hours: dawn to dusk. Closed during managed hunts. Camping at check-in station lot or Davis Pond.
Estimated time: variesI would like to say at the time of this video recording, I was not aware of... more
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Here we are at Suck Creek Mountain within the Prentice Cooper State Forest and Wildlife Management Area in Chattanooga, Tennessee. We are at the foot of this climb and about to begin our trek upwards. These are my first steps into the hike. I hope you will take the time to observe and enjoy this video as I am wanting everyone to see what a beautiful place this is.Here we are at Suck Creek Mountain within the Prentice Cooper State Forest and... more
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Now I begin my ascension to the top of this steep hill atop Suck Creek Mountain within the Prentice Cooper State Forest. This is part three of my hike.Now I begin my ascension to the top of this steep hill atop Suck Creek Mountain... more
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This is part 4 of my hike and I see some interesting things along the way. I see a couple of interesting mushrooms that I have never seen in my life. Very neat! Also, I see some interesting moss and enjoy the overhang.This is part 4 of my hike and I see some interesting things along the way. I see a... more
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We have finished our hike to the top of the overlook atop Suck Creek Mountain on Waldens Ridge within the Prentice Cooper State Forest and Wildlife Management Area in Chattanooga, Tennessee and now we are headed back down. Hold on!We have finished our hike to the top of the overlook atop Suck Creek Mountain on... more
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Click link to view my photo album. I have been going to the Smokey Mountains since I was a child. I have always loved being in the woods, but going to the Smokies is always so much better than just going into the woods. The waters flowing with such force, the trees so much larger than just going into the woods. I always end up seeing some kind of an animal whether it be a deer or a bear, or a wolf, On my last visit on 09-10-2009 at the end of the day while travelling out of the park, a white wolf, true story, crossed in front of our car and slowly made his way down of the edge of the road and down the embankment. I have put together several photos of my trip that day and I am going to share them with everyone because I want you to enjoy these most interesting sites as much as I did.
Please look for all of my coverage on The Great Smokey Mountain National Park.
Map: http://www.nps.gov/PWR/customcf/apps/maps/showmap.cfm?alphacode=grsm&parkname=Great%20Smoky%20Mountains%20National%20ParkClick link to view my photo album. I have been going to the Smokey Mountains since I... more
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I went to the Great Smokey Mountain National Park on 09-10-2009 and was able to get several videos and photos of beautiful scenery and sites. I hope that everyone will view and enjoy my videos and please rate them as I have tried very hard to get the best views.
Here we see a giant tunnel for automobiles to pass through the mountains. Watch as vehicles come out and go into the tunnel. There are more visitors to our national and state parks every year. Everyone loves to go to the forest, but, the problem is the emission of fumes from gasoline operated engines. The pollution of the forest is one of the leading causes other than pestilence that destroys the oxygen needed for proper growth and natural provision,I went to the Great Smokey Mountain National Park on 09-10-2009 and was able to get... more
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Have you ever seen a flower, a bug, a tree, a weed, a garden, an animal, or a human-being come to life, or sustain life without the existance of water? The answer is no. Anything, if to maintain life, must by all means, have water to live.
The human body is 75% water. Should we lose water, then we lose our existance.Have you ever seen a flower, a bug, a tree, a weed, a garden, an animal, or a... more
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I went to The Great Smokey Mountain National Park on 09/10/2009 and was able to get several videos and photos of beautiful scenery and sites. I hope that everyone will view and enjoy my videos and please rate them as I have tried very hard to get the best views.
Enjoy this last video of my trip to The Great Smokey Mountain National Park! It is the setting of the sun at Clingman's Dome. Very Beautiful! Look at the low lying clouds as they move across the horizon. Beyond that there are other clouds blanketing the mountains. I added some easy listening music for your viewing comfort and listening enjoyment.I went to The Great Smokey Mountain National Park on 09/10/2009 and was able to get... more
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