Research Facility User Manual | Biology Field Station

Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
199 Tudor Road
Gatlinburg, TN 37738

Check In: 3:00 p.m.
Check Out: 11:00 a.m.

Welcome to the Biology Field Station. We hope you enjoy your stay. Please take a moment to read this material before your arrival, and contact us at: eeb@utk.edu if you have any questions. Also take a moment to re-read this material when you arrive. It may make your stay more enjoyable, and it will help us to maintain the Field Station.

Directions

Google Map Directions

Take the TN-66 exit – exit number 407 – toward Gatlinburg/Sevierville/Pigeon Forge
Go south on TN-66 S/Winfield Dunn Parkway.
- Continue to follow TN-66 S. – 8.4 miles
TN-66 S becomes US-441 S – 13.1 miles
Turn left onto US-321/East Parkway/TN-73.
- Continue to follow US-321/TN-73 – 5.6 miles
Turn left onto Old Hills Creek Road – 0.1 miles
Turn left onto Tudor Road – 0.4 miles

As you drive up Tudor Road you will see a cemetery on the right and a private drive on the left. Proceed straight ahead, the pavement will end and you will be on a rock drive. You will come to a locked gate. The gate has two locks; one belongs to the University and the other to the local utility company. Always put our lock through the chain and the utility company’s lock, so they can always have access. Proceed on up the driveway past the campground on the right (158 Tudor Road) to the main buildings at the end of the drive.

Telephone Numbers and Wifi Info

Emergency Contact: For issues that demand immediate attention between 8 AM and 5 PM on Monday – Friday please contact:

The University of Tennessee:
Department of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology: (865) 974-2888

For emergencies that arise on evenings or weekends, please contact:

Daniel Tipton (423) 220-7237
UTK Technical Director

Wi-Fi Info:

Wi-Fi Network: UTFS
Wi-Fi Password: EEB!3373

Questions/Comments: For all other questions or comments, please contact: eeb@utk.edu

Arrival

Map of the Biology Field Station with the "Small" House and additional parking on the right side, and Big House, master bedroom, and bedroom on the left side.

As you enter the driveway to the facility you will first see the bunk house, a small block building on the right. Proceed up the driveway and drive to the top of the property.

As you enter the small parking area at the research facility you will first see the Small House, then the laboratory building, and then the Big House. See the building map for more detail. Lock boxes are located on the door handle of each property and codes will be provided before the
stay.

Departure

Please strip the bed(s) you used and leave bedding by the foot of the bed.
Wash all dishes, pots and pans you have used and return them to the appropriate place. Clean grill after each use and dispose of cooled charcoal bricks.
Take all garbage to the main wildlife-proof trash receptacle behind the laboratory (see Building Map for location).
Do not leave any spoilable or perishable food in the refrigerator or cabinets.
If you have made an excessive mess and need to sweep, mop or vacuum, please do so before you leave.
Leave AC on and set at 75 (in winter, leave heat set at 68).
Leave keys in lock box on the door handles. Scramble the numbers.
Lock the gate. Place our lock through the utility company lock and loop chain around gate.

Facility Details

Big House

Master Bedroom / Master Bathroom

Master Bedroom/Full Bed: There is 1 full size bed and a set of bedding will be on the bed. 2 pillows and cases, 1 full flat sheet, 1 full fitted sheet, and 1 comforter.

Master Bathroom: A total of four bath towels, four hand towels, and four wash cloths are in the master bathroom. Hand soap will be provided.

Guest Bedroom / Bathroom

Guest Bedroom/Twin Beds: There are four twin beds and a set of linens will be on the beds. 1 pillow and 1 case, 1 full flat sheet, 1 full fitted sheet, and 1 comforter.

Guest Bathroom (at end of hall): A total of two bath towels, two hand towels, and two wash cloths will be in the guest bathroom upon your arrival. Hand soap will be provided.

Small House

Master Bedroom/Full Bed: There is 1 full size bed and a set of bedding will be on the bed. 2 pillows and cases, 1 full flat sheet, 1 full fitted sheet, and 1 comforter.

Guest Bedroom/Twin Bed: There is 1 twin bed and a set of linens will be on the bed. 1 pillow and case, 1 full flat sheet, 1 full fitted sheet, and 1 comforter.

Bathroom

Bathroom: There are three bath towels, three hand towels and three wash cloths in the bathroom.

Kitchen

The following applies for both the “Big” and “Small” Houses

The kitchen facility should have most things you will need, including a first aid kit. You will find a sink with hot & cold water, a stove/oven, a refrigerator/freezer, microwave, and a toaster. The kitchen has a small
collection of pots and pans along with some knives and other utensils. We have provided a coffee maker, paper towels, dishwashing liquid, plates, silverware, and cups. You will need to bring coffee & coffee filters. You will need to bring all food, drink, and ice needed. Hand soap will be provided.

Miscellaneous

Light Switch Locations

You will find the flood light switch locations on the building maps in this manual.
The security light on the chimney of the lab is on a photocell. If you should for some reason (star gazing) need to turn it off, the switch is in the lab directly below the light. Leave switches in on position when you leave the field station if you turn it off for any reason.

Outside Chairs and Grill

Outside chairs should be left under the roof overhang.
The grill should NOT be used under the roof overhang. After the grill has cooled, return underneath the roof overhang.

Cancellation Policy

Guests may cancel their reservation up to 48 hours prior to their scheduled arrival date without penalty. Guests should notify the property via email (eeb@utk.edu) or phone (865-974-3065). Cancellations made within the 48 hours of the scheduled arrival date will be subject to charge equivalent to half of the confirmation rate plus tax if applicable. No-shows will also be charged for the confirmed full rate plus tax if applicable. Guests are advised to review their reservations confirmation for the full cancelation policy and any applicable terms and conditions.

Emergency Contacts

For issues that demand immediate attention between 8AM and 5 PM on Monday – Friday please contact:

University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
865-974-3065