Save the date for the SMHC Centennial “Tom and Meta Dewine Fish Fry and Vaughn Browder Square Dance” celebration on May 11 beginning at 3:30 at the Appalachian Club located at Elkmont in GSMNP. SMHC held regular fish fry events and also square dances over many of the early years of the club as social events, banquets and election picnics. Plans are being finalized to celebrate and relive this history which will include a fish dinner and then a square dance. We’ve lined up old time square dance caller Leo Collins and friends and live music from Boogertown Gap and friends. A genuine “Appalachian Trail” sign will be given away as a door prize to a lucky winner. Bring a dessert to share.

Attendance is limited to 90, so register early to save your spot! The event cost is $22 per person and open to members only. You will need a current parking permit if you plan to park your vehicle within the national park. Carpooling is encouraged. A group camp site has been reserved at the Elkmont Campground for those wishing to camp. Please make a note on your registration if you are interested in camping.