Barktoberfest scheduled October 12

Barktoberfest is coming to the Covered Bridge Park in Elizabethton Saturday, Oct. 12, with events scheduled from 2 to 6 p.m.

Events will include a Puppy Costume Contest at 2 p.m.; Strutt Your Mutt at 4 p.m.; Best Trick at 5 p.m., and Doggy & Me Costume Contest at 5:45 p.m. A Pup Cake Walk will be held at 2:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m., and 5:30 p.m.

Afternoon events will also include a beer garden, live music, pet vendors, and food trucks.

 

Fly Fishing Tournament Oct. 4-6

The Overmountain Chapter Trout Unlimited will sponsor a fly fishing tournament Friday, Oct. 4, at 5 p.m., and continuing through Sunday, Oct. 6, at 12 noon.

The event will be held at Riverside Park, 700 Riverside Drive.

The event will feature a picnic and supplies.

Grand Champion of the Tournament will be awarded to the person with the best overall score.

There will also be divisional winners for men, women and youth (17 and under), in addition to prizes for longest rainbow, brown, and brookies.

There is a $30 entry fee. A registration form can be obtained at OMTU.org and must be submitted by Oct. 2.

 

Mulching workday at Sycamore Shoals

A Tennessee Serves Day: Mulching Party will be held at Sycamore Shoals State Park on Saturday, Sept. 28, to stabilize the slope behind the amphitheater. Mulching will help prevent erosion and support the health of the surrounding vegetation. Volunteers will be spreading mulch over the designated area to create a protective layer that minimizes soil displacement and enhances the natural beauty of the park. This is a great opportunity to contribute to the preservation of our park’s landscape while enjoying the outdoors and connecting with fellow community members.

Workers will meet at the Amphitheater behind Fort Watauga at 9 a.m. to get tools and have a brief discussion about the day’s goal. Bring gloves, a shovel or pitchfork, and a full water bottle. Please wear sturdy shoes and be ready to make a positive impact! 

 

Sycamore Stitchers Quilt Show

The 29th Annual Sycamore Stitchers Quilt Show will be held October 4-6 at Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park in the Visitors Center.

This three-day exhibition, sponsored by the Sycamore Shoals Stitchers, features a show and demonstrations by local quilters. Bed quilts, wall hangings, holiday and baby quilts, miniatures and antique quilts will be on display.