Justin and Lili on Clingman's Dome

My son Justin and his friend Lili are visiting this week from Bogotá, Colombia.  You may remember Justin’s birthday photos last December.

We’ve been giving them a big dose of Smoky Mountains hiking this week, and so far we have 9 bear sightings! One on the road to Clingman’s Dome and 8 more, including 6 little cubs, in Cades Cove.

Smoky Mountains black bear © William Britten use with permission only

Smoky Mountains black bear © William Britten use with permission only

Between bear-sightings we also spent some time down in the amazing Tuckaleechee Caverns. I  think Lili has  had a great introduction to the Smokies!

Tuckaleechee Cavern © William Britten use with permission only