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June 2011

Great Smoky Mountains National Park Synchronous Firefly Show

Wed, 06/15/2011 - 15:25 -- jmaslar

Many of you may not be aware of the fact the Firefly show that is currently going on  in the park, and the reason the road is being blocked to Elkmont Campground for  the tour buses. These fireflies, often called lightning bugs, synchronize their flashes of light to put on a show.

Synchronous fireflies (Photinus carolinus) are one of at least 19 species of fireflies that live in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. They are the only species in America whose individuals can synchronize their flashing light patterns.

Father's Day Gifts

Wed, 06/08/2011 - 22:11 -- smaslar

Father's Day is right around the corner!  Visit the troutu store for some great gift ideas!

Check out our Perfect Fly brand flies, the most realistic flies available!  With nearly 50 patterns to choose from, these flies will help Dad catch more fish, because they look like the specific insects the trout are eating, not just generic blobs of fur and feathers.