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Eugene W. Huskey Environmental Center


The Eugene W. Huskey Environmental Center Program is planned in such a way as to incorporate the total school curriculum. Instructional activities are designed for easy integration into school subjects; especially science, math, social studies, and language arts. While the major emphasis is placed on teaching students about the flora, fauna, and environment of the Smoky Mountains, the social and cultural heritage of the mountain people in East Tennessee is also studied. The curriculum includes lessons on such topics as Early Pioneer Life, Indian History, and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Each sixth grade class in the Sevier County School System comes to the Environmental Center for a two-day, one-night visit. Students are engaged in the practical application of Stream Ecology, a study of the plants and animals of the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, as well as experiences with Appalachian Culture such as mountain music, arts, and crafts. Mr. Rob Younger is the on-site coordinator.

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Hours of Operation
Hours of operation are pre-determined by the school calendar. The Eugene W. Huskey Environmental Center is not available for use by school groups outside the Sevier County School System.

Address
2819 Webb Creek Road
Sevierville, TN 37876   (MapQuest)
Directions
From Gatlinburg,Tennessee, take Highway 321N. Turn left off Highway 321N onto Pittman Center Road. Turn right off Pittman Center Road onto Webb Creek Road. The Eugene W. Huskey Environmental Center is immediately on the left.

Phone
(865) 436-0029
(865) 436-0029 (fax)

Contacts


Mike Helton
(865) 453-4671 ext:3032  Special Projects Supervisor, Sevier County School System

Mission
The Sevier County School System will provide a safe learning environment and educational opportunities for students to develop skills needed to graduate from high school and enter post-secondary education and/or the work force. As part of this mission, the school district believes that students must be exposed to a variety of learning experiences that promote active and life-long learning.

Cost of Programs/Admission
Not Applicable since the site is not available for outside use.

Features
The program provides a unique study of mountain heritage and the environment.

Accessibility
A wheel chair ramp is available.

Specific Locations Served
The Eugene W. Huskey Environmental Center only serves students from the Sevier County School District.

Related Topics
  • Conference Facilities
  • Educational Laboratory
  • Environmental Education Organization
  • Fishing
  • Hiking Trail
  • Other Sector
  • Permanent Education Staff
  • Picnic Area
  • Picnic Shelter
  • Restrooms

Posted 12/14/2006 10:05 AM
Updated   8/14/2007



 
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