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Debi Nixon of Belton, Missouri crosses the finish line at the Cades Cove Loop Lope.

750 people from 27 states participated in the 7^th Annual Cades Cove Loop Lope

On Sunday morning, Nov. 12, Friends of the Smokies hosted approximately 700 runners and walkers for the 7^th Annual Cades Cove Loop Lope to support Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Through registration and sponsorships, the experience generated more than $110,000 to support a wide range of park programs including historic preservation, wildlife protection, search and rescue efforts, and Parks as Classrooms education programs.

“Experiencing Cades Cove on foot is an incredible opportunity to unplug and enjoy the splendor of the mountains, while also raising critically needed funds to support their care,” said Friends of the Smokies President Dana Soehn.