The Cataloochee Elk Bugle Corps first began assisting the public with learning about the elk herd in 2007. This volunteer group patrols the Cataloochee Valley, where the elk herd was released, giving short talks and displaying elk artifacts. Elk were re-introduced into the Smoky Mountains National Park in 2001. Through the concern and advocacy of Friends of the Smokies' member and Cataloochee Elk Bugle Corps volunteer Chris Hibbard of YourSmokies.com a memorial was established for Elk #21 (killed by a poacher) which generated more than $3,000 in donations to help support the activities of the Bugle Corps volunteers and drafting of the new elk management plan for Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Donations are still needed! Click here to give.
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