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June 2007

Episode #2048
Air Dates May 31st & June 3rd, 2007

Ocoee Adventures


Susan Watson takes us for a ride on the Ocoee River in East Tennessee, then shows us why a "yurt" is helpful at the end of the day.
CONTACT: Peter Horne, Ocoee Adventure Center
PHONE: 1-888-723-8622 (Adv. Cntr.), 352-694-3220 (Yurts)
LOCATION: 4651 Hwy 64, Copperhill, TN 37317
WEBSITE: www.ocoeeadventurecenter.com, www.ocoeeyurts.com
EMAIL: info@ocoeeadventurecenter.com
SEARCHMap Quest: Where is Ocoee Adventure Center?

Magnolia House


Tressa Bush travels to Smithville for fine dining in a Victorian-style house that used to be a funeral home- but don’t let that fact keep you from visiting.
CONTACT: Brad & Samantha Curtis
PHONE: (615)597-2505
LOCATION: 301 West Main St., Smithville, TN 37166
SEARCHMap Quest: Where is Magnolia House?

Travellers' Rest


Rob Wilds visits a place where daily life of 200 years ago unfolds for today’s youngsters.
CONTACT: Caroline Carlisle
PHONE: 1-866-832-8197
LOCATION: 636 Farrell Parkway, Nashville, TN 37220
WEBSITE: www.travellersrestplantation.org
EMAIL: travellersrest@earthlink.net
SEARCH
Map Quest: Where is Traveller's Rest?

Kayo’s Cars  


Joe Elmore takes us to Chattanooga to visit one man’s private palace of muscle car memories.
CONTACT: Kayo Erwin
PHONE: (423)622-1978
LOCATION: Chattanooga, TN
SEARCHMap Quest: Where is Chattanooga, TN?

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This episode is a re-air due to pledge drive.

Episode #2049
Air Dates: June 7 and 10, 2007

Mike’s Barbeque


Rob Wilds crosses the state line to find a Kentucky minister turned BBQ maker.
CONTACT: Mike Reeves
PHONE: 1-800-811-8279
LOCATION: 9926 Russellville Road, Guthrie, KY
SEARCH: Where is Mike's Barbeque?

The Blue Heron


Cassandra Finch goes aboard the Blue Heron for a nature cruise on the Cumberland River.
CONTACT: Jim and Kay Steele
PHONE: (615) 385-7007
LOCATION: Ashland City, TN
WEBSITE: www.cumberlandrivercharters.com
SEARCH: Where is Ashland City?

Shaker Tavern


Susan Watson explores the history and hospitality of the Shakers in South Union.
CONTACT: JoAnn Moody
PHONE: (270) 542-6801
LOCATION: US 73, South Union, Kentucky 42283
WEBSITE: www.bbonline.com/ky/shaker
SEARCH: Where is South Union, KY?

Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts


Joe Elmore found a school that can put you on the road to artistic expression.
CONTACT: Bill Griffith
PHONE: (865) 436-5860
LOCATION: 556 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
WEBSITE: www.arrowmont.org
SEARCH: Where is Arrowmont?
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Episode #2050
Air Dates June 14 & 17, 2007

Forbus General Store


Tressa Bush travels to a revived general store in Pall Mall, where there is fudge for tourists and a game called PIG.
CONTACT: Joe Sells, store owner
               Jim Buck, game leader
PHONE: (931)879-5427
LOCATION: 3902 N. York Highway, Pall Mall, TN 38577
WEBSITE: www.fentressco.com/pig/rules.html for game rules
SEARCHMap Quest: Where is Forbus General Store?

Ocoee Mist Farm B&B


Susan Watson discovers a bed and breakfast in Southeast Tennessee that is perfect for animal lovers.
CONTACT: Carol & Kevin Hawkins
PHONE: (888)541-9583
LOCATION: Benton, TN
WEBSITE: www.ocoee-mist.com
EMAIL: info@ocoee-mist.com
SEARCHMap Quest: Where is Benton, TN?

Corner House Tea Room


Al Voecks drops in on an oldtime tea room that’s become a local landmark.
CONTACT: Bobbye Cox
PHONE: (931)967-3910
LOCATION: 401 East Cumberland St., Cowan, TN 37318
SEARCH
Map Quest: Where is Corner House Tea Room?

Downtown Dickson  


Tammi Arender discovers why downtown Dickson is flourishing despite competition from superstores and mega malls.
CONTACT: Beverly Caldwell
PHONE: (615) 446-7215
LOCATION: 123 North Main Street, Dickson, TN 37055
EMAIL: artatsudio123@aol.com
SEARCHMap Quest: Where is Dickson, TN?

 

Episode #2051
Air Dates June 21st & 24th, 2007

Rock Castle


You can learn a lot about people by visiting their homes. Susan Watson takes you on a tour of a Hendersonville home, where a Tennessee founding father once resided.
CONTACT: Tom Varenchick
PHONE
: (615)824-0502
LOCATION: 139 Rock Castle Lane, Hendersonville, TN 37075
WEBSITE: www.historicrockcastle.com
EMAIL
: info@historicrockcastle.com
SEARCHMap Quest: Where is Rock Castle?

Dana Brooks


Rob Wilds meets a Jackson artist who works with melted crayons, and she firmly believes that the art you choose should be special to you.
CONTACT: Dana Brooks
PHONE: (731)661-0897
LOCATION: 14 Revere Circle #6, Jackson, TN 38305
WEBSITE: www.danafbrooks.com
EMAIL: dana@danafbrooks.com
SEARCHMap Quest: Where is Jackson, TN?

Emil's


Joe Elmore meets a talented Franco-American couple who brought down home gourmet dining to Tullahoma.
CONTACT: Tammi & George Martin
PHONE:
(931)461-7070
LOCATION:
210 E. Lincoln St., Tullahoma, TN 37388
WEBSITE:
www.emilsfinedining.com
SEARCH
Map Quest: Where is Emil's?

Banjo Picker  


Tammi Arender meets a banjo picker who plays tribute to his famous great uncle.
CONTACT: Phillip Steinmetz
PHONE:
(931)209-3074
LOCATION:
Waverly, TN
SEARCHMap Quest: Where is Waverly, TN?

 

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