Spend Spring Break In A Gatlinburg Cabin

One of the most wonderful ways a family can spend their spring break is being nestled away in a lovely Gatlinburg cabin. Enjoy a nice family hike during the spring while viewing the flowers and foliage blooming. From the gorgeous Smoky Mountains to plentiful dining and shopping, there is so much...
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Driving The Blueridge Parkway

Known as America’s favorite drive, the Blueridge Parkway winds beautifully for 469 miles through North Carolina and Virginia amid mountains, lush forests and charming villages. Giving those that are driving the Blueridge Parkway spectacular views of Appalachian and Cherokee heritage, the...
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Cooter"s Place

Ben Jones has had a long and varied career in show business and political life. Born in North Carolina, he grew up in a “railroad shack” in a freight yard on the docks of Portsmouth, Virginia. Working his way through college with a series of odd jobs, he discovered theater at the University of North Carolina, and almost immediately forged a professional career. After appearing as an actor in over two hundred films, television shows, and theatrical productions, he was cast as “Cooter,” the amiable sidekick mechanic in the mega-hit television classic, “The Dukes of Hazzard.”

Along the way he has worked with the likes of James Earl Jones, Anthony Hopkins, Eva Marie Saint, and John Travolta. He has appeared onstage at the Kennedy Center and the prestigious Berkshire Theater Festival, and appeared in such films as “Primary Colors” and “Meet Joe Black”.

But “The Dukes of Hazzard” remains his favorite project. “It continues to find a new audience of youngsters,” he says, “not only in America but throughout the world. There is something really magic about the show.”

After the “Dukes,” Jones was elected to the United States Congress from the Fourth District of Georgia and served two terms before redistricting took his seat. Although he then returned to his entertainment career, Jones keeps up with his political interests by appearing as a regular “pundit” on shows such as “Crossfire” and “Hardball.” He is also a writer, contributing opinion pieces and columns to newspapers and magazines including The Washington Post, USA Today, and The Weekly Standard.

This past year he created a one-man play, “Ol’ Diz,” about the legendary baseball pitcher Dizzy Dean, which he performed at the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York. A musical version will soon make its debut in Nashville.

Also a singer, Jones and his “Cooter’s Garage Band” have appeared throughout the United States at concerts, fairs, and festivals. Their third CD “Oh Cooter, Where Art Thou?” will be released in March of 2005.

His life story has been profiled in The New York Times, People magazine, and Life magazine.

Jones and his wife, Alma Viator, are the proprietors of “Cooter’s Place,” the “Dukes of Hazzard” museum and shop in Gatlinburg and Nashville, Tennessee. They also produce “Dukesfest,” a huge annual gathering of “Dukes” fans at the Bristol Motor Speedway.

They reside in a frontier log home built before the American Revolution in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia.

Web: Cooter’s “Dukes of Hazzard”Museum
Address: 542 Parkway
Phone: (865) 430-9909

Originally posted by Thomas Greene on Bear Camp Cabins Local Area Information

Plan to experience new additions to Dollywood in 2013

Dollywood, one of Tennessee’s most famous attractions, plans to unveil new attractions in 2013. Visitors should be pleasantly surprised at the progress the park has made recently. Attendance was down for a few years in a row recently due to the economic troubles in the United States. Last...
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Fishing In The Great Smoky Mountains

Fishing In The Great Smoky Mountains If you are looking for a vacation that provides some great fishing areas, fishing in the Great Smoky Mountains is good option. You can try your hand at fishing in the many streams and rivers inside the national park as well as locations outside the...

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Smoky Mountain Vacation See The Smokies In The Winter

Memories made from a wintertime Smoky Mountain vacation are packed with family adventures that you can’t find anywhere else. From skiing to storytelling festivals to concerts and light shows, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Planning your vacation begins with deciding which...

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Pancakes Anyone?

Sizzling pancakes hot off the griddle is a common American fantasy, and this fantasy becomes reality in many of Tennessee’s breakfast restaurants. Whether you are a visitor to this state or a resident, you will enjoy sampling pancakes at some of Tennessee’s finest breakfast...

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Titanic Pigeon Forge 2013 Events

Few major motion picture events gained as many fans as the sinking of the Titanic. Director James Cameron turned the disaster into one of the biggest films of all time, which helped a new legion of fans becoming interested in the sinking of the infamous ship. Many of those fans head to the...
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Viewing Wildlife in The Great Smoky Mountains

The Great Smoky Mountains are in North Carolina and Tennessee of the United States, and anyone who wants to see wildlife that is native to the eastern part of the country will find it in this region. The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the best place to get out and explore the...
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Smoky Mountain Hiking Trails In The Winter Months

There is just something about hiking during the winter months that turns ordinary hiking trails into an adrenaline rush adventure. Everything changes. Familiar scenery and recognizable landmarks turn into strangely-shaped items covered by winter’s blanket of white. Hiking in the Great...
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Things To Do In Gatlinburg TN With Events in 2013

Discover a place that offers a medley of events and attractions that expand your horizons and provide joyous memories with things to do in Gatlinburg. Explore a rich bevy of things to do in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, that stimulate your soul and capture your imagination. Whether your are a visitor...
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Top Pigeon Forge Attractions

Top Pigeon Forge Attractions Looking to plan the next action-packed vacation? Then Pigeon Forge is a destination of choice. Whether it is dining, shopping, theater, museums or outdoor adventures, there are Pigeon Forge attractions for everyone. Dollywood Perhaps one of the most well-known Pigeon...

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Sevierville Convention Center Host Athletic Championships

The Athletic Championships are scheduled to be held at the Sevierville Convention Center from March 9th through the 10th of 2013. This cheerleading and dance competition brings in teams from around the country to compete for the winning title and to show off their skills in an amazing,...

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12th annual Southern Select Alpaca Show

A very special experience awaits those planning to attend the 12th annual Southern Select Alpaca Show who arrive in the Sevierville, Tennessee, area even one day prior to its March 1, 2013 opening. February 28th is the last day to enjoy the 23rd annual Sevierville Smoky Mountain Winterfest...

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Smoky Mountain Gymnastic Vacation Classic

The Smoky Mountain Gymnastic Vacation Classic is scheduled to be held at the Sevierville Convention Center from February 22, 2013 through February 24, 2013. Hosted by Drew Davis, Dough Jonuska and Tim Richards, this main event brings gymnasts from around the country together to celebrate their...

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Keeping Your New Year Resolution Bring Your Family Close In A Gatlinburg Chalet

When the new year rang in, you and your family were all together. Everyone hugged and kisses, and the general consensus was that the family wanted to spend more time together. As both work and school have resumed, it seems that hope is already starting to diminish. Instead of letting that...

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Norton Shows Gatlinburg Events March 2013

Travel to Gatlinburg, Tennessee to revel in the rich offerings of the Norton Shows. Discover an apparel, jewelry and fit show at the Gatlinberg Convention Center that has something to intrigue everyone. Whether you are an avid art and fashion aficionado or are simply curious about the offerings...

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What Top 5 Pigeon Forge Restaurants Should You Visit?

Pigeon Forge is a charming city located in the Smoky Mountains. The town contains exciting events, amazing attractions, fascinating shows and excellent dining opportunities. You can find numerous outstanding Pigeon Forge restaurants. If you are visiting the city, here are the top...

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Wonders of Flight Pigeon Forge TN Attraction

Wonders of Flight Pigeon Forge TN Attraction Are you ready to go up and away with a fabulous Pigeon Forge TN attraction? People who have always wanted to go on a hot air balloon will appreciate the opportunities they have at Wonders of Flight. This is a part of the WonderWorks museum that...

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Sevierville TN Weather Averages

Enjoy a wonderful climate during a visit to Sevierville, Tennessee, at anytime of year. Capitalize on the fact that Seveirville TN, features subtropical weather with higher levels of humidity. Understand that the Gulf of Mexico predominately influences the climate of the area. Know that...

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Smoky Mountain Weather Forecast

by Paul Poteet for Visit My Smokies Get the latest Smoky Mountain Weather Forecast including Sevierville Weather, Pigeon Forge Weather, and Gatlinburg Weather from our very own meteorologist Paul Poteet. Make the best out of your Smoky Mountain Vacation and know...
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Rocky Top Wine Trail Wine Lovers Get Ready...

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Sevier County TN - Getting Away Together

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Dollywood’s Splash Country New Ride For Summer 2013

Dollywood’s Splash Country Dollywood’s Splash Country is planning to unveil the park’s crown achievement in the summer of 2013. The wildly successful water park’s latest project is a cutting-edge electromagnetic waterslide. The new attraction is based on a design on a successful...
Dollywood’s Splash Country New Ride For Summer 2013