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Fall begins in East Tennessee: What to know

Fall officially begins at 2:19 p.m. EDT on September 22. Earth is tilted on an axis at 23.5°. This tilt results in Earth’s ...

Best ways to witness the elk rut in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park

For those looking to catch sight of an elk in the Smokies, the annual elk breeding season is underway in the Great Smoky ...
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Amorous Elk Are Looking for Love Across North America in an Annual Spectacle Called the Rut

Fall in North America means colorful foliage, pumpkin spice-flavored goodies, harvest festivals and football. But for elk, autumn is also the most romantic season of the year. From coast to coast, ...
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Elk are hiding in this photo at Great Smoky Mountains National Park. See them?

There are multiple elk in this photo taken at Great Smoky Mountains National Park, officials say. Can you find them? National Park Service photo The biggest of the elk roaming Great Smoky Mountains ...

Elk breeding season begins in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. What to know

Approaching elk within 50 yards, or 150 feet, or any distance that causes them to change their behavior due to your presence, ...