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Great Smoky Mountains National Park Seeks Elk Rover Volunteers for 2026 Season

March 12, 2026 · Source: National Park Service

Elk Rover Volunteer directs traffic near elk field in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. — Image supplied by the National Park Service. View the original image and credit

Great Smoky Mountains National Park is seeking individuals to join the Elk Rover volunteer team for the wildlife upcoming season. Elk Rovers share information with visitors about safe viewing and help keep elk and visitors safe. Elk Rovers will be stationed at the Oconaluftee Visitor Center, located near Cherokee, North Carolina.

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