Outdoors
Venturing Beyond: How Nature Fuels the Dreams of Budding Entrepreneurs
Your entrepreneurial potential may not be unlocked in a conventional office but rather in the vast expanse of nature. With its untamed beauty and inherent challenges, the wilderness reflects your entrepreneurial path, offering deep insights and lessons. By embracing nature’s teachings, you discover that the great outdoors is not just a sanctuary but a masterclass
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9 Lakes, fall foliage
Fall Colors in the 9 Lakes of East Tennessee- When is the Best Time to Visit?
Whether you are out on one of our 9 Lakes; up in the Great Smoky Mountains; attending a college football game; exploring the Cherokee National Forest; rock climbing above the Obed River; road tripping on country road, or hiking through the Cumberland Gap; the fall season gives you countless reasons to consider an East Tennessee
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9 Lakes, Area Events, Getaways, Lakes
Don’t Sunset Summer 2024-Late Summer and Early Fall Events
With five weeks of summer left on the calendar, we are not ready to give up on summer 2024. Hot days and cool evenings lend to ideal weather for playing on the lakes and enjoying the remaining days of summer sunshine and activities. The whitewater rafting season is still running trips, but sunsets on Labor
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9 Lakes, Area Events, free admission, Music, things to do, travel planning
Harvesting the Summer Event Season
July and August are ripe with events that celebrate heritage, music, and history of the region. From making Dutch oven blackberry cobbler to ascending into the clouds on a hot air balloon, the region is offering up a bountiful calendar of things to do and see. Summer is made for great adventures. Don’t go home
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9 Lakes, Getaways, travel planning
Crafting an Unforgettable Journey of Love: Surprise Trip Planning Guide
Imagine the sparkle in your partner’s eyes when you reveal a meticulously planned surprise trip, a blend of love, adventure, and mystery. This journey to create an unforgettable experience starts with thoughtful planning. Every detail is crafted to resonate with personal significance and joy, ensuring a memorable adventure for your loved one. Here are some
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9 Lakes, Area Events, Music
2024 Early Summer Music Events to Plan For
Lake season has officially opened in the 9 Lakes Region. The marina ship stores, restaurants and boat rentals are now open on weekends for business. Along with live weekend music at your favorite marinas, summer concert series in the small and large towns of the region are kicking off. Tennessee is known for music and
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9 Lakes, bike trails, National Parks, Trails
Destination Cycling- East Tennessee
The 9 Lakes Region is a top cycling destination in the Southeast for road to mountain gravity riders. Pedaling through the region is a great way to explore the countryside and scenic overlooks, not to mention a less expensive way to travel. For the cycling adventurists, the beauty and terrain of the lake and mountain
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9 Lakes
Springs Festivals in May and June are Celebrations of Appalachian Spring
Spring festival season continues to bring the sights, sounds, and tastes of Appalachian Spring. From the traditions of storytelling and sheepshearing to the pungency of smoky BBQ and ramps, the region is celebrating the best of the season. Music is at the heart of East Tennessee and Appalachian spring traditions. Learn about the history and
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9 Lakes, Hunting
Spring Turkey Hunting Season- Bearded and Jakes
The 9 Lakes region is known as an outdoor sportsman’s playground for locals and visitors. Daniel Boone hunted these forests, while Native Americans cherished the bounty of wild game found here. The fall season classically draws hunters to the woods for large game hunts including deer, bear, elk, and wild turkey. In the spring, there
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9 Lakes, travel planning
Eye Care Tips for Playing on the Water
With spring in full bloom and summer ahead, visitors are looking forward to whitewater and boating season officially kicking off in the 9 Lakes Region of East Tennessee. Water-loving adventurers can indulge in paddling, kayaking, rafting, and tubing amidst the lush scenery and flowing streams. From the Obed to the upper Pigeon River, there’s something
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