Jeff Alt will sign copies of his Appalachian Trail book, A Walk for Sunshine, and his award-winning children’s book, The Adventures of Bubba Jones.
Lessons from the Trail – Closing Keynote Speaker
As part of Wilderness Wildlife Week, 
Jeff Alt will present an engaging performance with stories, pictures and music of his Appalachian Trail journey from Georgia to Maine. You will experience how the Great Smoky Mountains played a big role in the inspiration behind his adventure. Jeff will also share his valuable life lessons.
Lessons From The Appalachian Trail
Jeff Alt will share entertaining stories and slides from his Appalachian Trail thru-hike followed by a book signing.
Keynote- CORA TRAIL FEST – Cincinnati Ohio
Jeff Alt will present his H.I.K.E. to Success-Lessons from the Trail as part of the 2024 CORA Trail Fest.
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A Walk for Sunshine Appalachian Trail Show
Through slides & storytelling, Jeff Alt will take you along his 2,160-mile Appalachian Trail adventure filled with humorous, frightening, and inspirational stories including: bears, bugs, blisters, interesting characters, skunk bedmates, mice, and hilarious food cravings; all for a noble cause; based on his book, A Walk for Sunshine. He will share tips for your own outdoor adventures. (This program is recommended for 7th grade through adult. A Walk for Sunshine is adult nonfiction)
TRAVEL BACK IN TIME AT NEWFOUND GAP IN THE SMOKIES—A FUN PARK ADVENTURE FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY
Jeff Alt will take you back in time at Newfound Gap in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. He will share historical stories about the creation of Great Smoky Mountain National Park, including a visit with the president of the United States. You will meet a few legendary people who have walked the Appalachian Trail and more. Based on Jeff Alt’s books, The Adventures of Bubba Jones: Time Traveling through the Great Smoky Mountains and his Appalachian Trail book, A Walk for Sunshine.
Smokies Life Members Only
Branch Out events are offered exclusively to Smokies Life members. Please purchase a membership prior to joining this event.
Questions about this event? Call 865.436.7318 extension 257 or 349 or email: [email protected]
A Walk for Sunshine Appalachian Trail Show
Jeff Alt, a talented speaker, and award-winning author of A Walk for Sunshine, shares his 2,160-mile Appalachian Trail adventures with Shenandoah National Park visitors. Jeff uses humor and adventure in a story telling format. Timothy Seaman will accompany Jeff’s program with live music on the Hammer Dulcimer. FREE to park guests. Book signing following the program.
A Walk for Sunshine Appalachian Trail Show
Jeff Alt, a talented speaker, and award-winning author of A Walk for Sunshine, shares his 2,160-mile Appalachian Trail adventures with Shenandoah National Park visitors. Jeff uses humor and adventure in a story telling format. Timothy Seaman will accompany Jeff with live music on the Hammer Dulcimer. FREE to park guests. Book signing following the program.
A Walk for Sunshine Appalachian Trail Show
Jeff Alt, a talented speaker, and award-winning author of A Walk for Sunshine, shares his 2,160-mile Appalachian Trail adventures with Shenandoah National Park visitors. Jeff uses humor and adventure in a story telling format. His presentations involve music, slides, and personal narration. FREE to park guests. Book signing following the program.
Smoky Mountain Book Signing
Stop by Sugarlands Visitor Center and get a signed copy of A Walk for Sunshine or The Adventures of Bubba Jones for the adventurer on your holiday shopping list.