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In Tennessee, August isn't exactly the ideal month for outdoor excursions.
It's generally hot and toasty. Animals aren't as active. There are fewer wildflowers. Nature is relatively quiet. The dog days of summer, that's what my dad called them.
So this month I decided to write about a place that's the perfect destination for these lazy summer days.
It's open daily and is easily accessible. The trail is short and flat. There's a beautiful creek and some shade trees. There are benches if you wish to sit a spell.
Furthermore, the site features a surprising variety of flora and fauna (even during the summer months) and has great historical significance. It's a place that's special to me for many reasons.
I'm talking about Sellars Farm State Archaeological Area in Lebanon, TN.
The State of Tennessee acquired the site in 1974, and in 2004 Sellars Farm State Archaeological Area opened to the public. I was on hand for the opening ceremonies, and since then I have led many hikes there. In fact, for a couple of years while working for Tennessee State Parks, I was basically overseeing the site - maintaining trails, educating the public, and leading weekly interpretive hikes.