The 28th Annual Shades of the Past car show in Pigeon Forge will have a new location for 2010, Dollywood’s Splash Country parking lot. After many years of being located at Smoky River Ranch in Pigeon Forge, show organizers have moved to this spacious paved parking area. This move will eliminate the mud and hopefully much of the dust that show participants have annually battled at the previous location.
With the move to this location, The Resort at Governor’s Crossing offers easy access to the Splash Country parking lot via Veterans Boulevard. The Resort is located 3.2 miles from the entrance of Dollywood & Splash Country. Don’t waste time being stuck in traffic, the third stop light after leaving The Resort puts you right at the entrance.
This year’s show will be held September 10th & 11th for all Rods, Customs, and Classic manufactured on or before 1972.
The Resort at Governor’s Crossing and Adventure Park at Five Oaks have entered into an agreement that will offer a free zip line tour for renting a condo at The Resort. The agreement offers one free tour when you present your current rental receipt and a photo ID matching the name on the receipt to the Adventure Park’s sales office.
Free Zip Line Tour
Zip line tours are one of the newest attractions in the Smokies. Adventure Park’s tours takes 50-90 minutes to complete, with their longest line being 2000 feet. Participant’s weight requirements are 70-270lbs, and you must wear closed toed shoes.
The free zip line tour must be taken during the dates listed on the receipt. Guest is requested to call 865-453-8644 and set up a time for their tour to avoid long delays. Park hours are 9AM to 8PM weather permitting.
This offer has no cash value and there are no rain checks due to weather or mechanical closures. Offer is subject to the conditions and requirements of Adventure Park at Five Oaks. Limit of one free tour per rented unit and guests may only participate in the offer once in a 30 day period. Offer will expire 2/28/2011.
The city of Pigeon Forge is running a contest, the Taking Vacation Back Sweepstakes. The promotion is offering a helping hand to families in need plus a vacation this summer to the city.
People may nominate a deserving family by submitting an essay which is voted on by visitors to the web site. Currently, visitors to the web site may vote on submitted essays to determine the winners for the month of June. They will begin accepting nominations for July on the first of the month.
For further information and contest rules visit mypigeonforge.com.
Officials of The Great Smoky Mountain National Park announced Wednesday that the road to Clingman’s Dome and the Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail will remain closed.
The road to Clingman’s Dome is now scheduled to be open June 19th. The major setback on the project was the weather. The park recorded over 130 inches of snow this past winter.
The Roaring Fork Motor Trail in Gatlinburg has not set a new opening date. In addition to weather, this project has faced major delays due to the steep, narrow winding roads. Contractors have faced challenges maneuvering heavy equipment on the scenic roadway.
For complete information on park road, trail and campground closures please go to their web site.
Five Oaks Riding Stables, located in Sevierville across from Tanger Five Oaks Outlet Center, is in the process of adding zip lines to go along with the stables. Installation has already begun as the towers, manufactured off site, are already at the location. Construction is scheduled to be completed in June and the attraction will change its name to the Adventure Park at Five Oaks.
This upcoming Friday (May 7) Pigeon Forge will host the 25th Annual Dolly Parade, the unofficial start of this year’s tourist season and the 25th Anniversary season of Dollywood. Legendary local singer and songwriter Dolly Parton will be the parade’s grand marshal. The parkway will be lined with parade watchers admiring floats, marching bands, celebrities and of course the areas favorite daughter, Dolly. This year’s parade will begin at 6PM.
In addition to the Dolly Parade this weekend, Saturday morning at 9AM the Shrines will hold their Fun Fest Parade in downtown Pigeon Forge.
Let’s not forgot Mom this weekend with Mother’s Day on Sunday. The Resort has a special for this weekend including a two night stay and a $50 restaurant gift card for those looking for accomodations this weekend.
The 2010 Spring Grand Rod Run rolls into Pigeon Forge this upcoming weekend. Many of the classic cars and hot rods arrived early to enjoy the event as car enthusiasts from around the country attend this show. With yesterdays beautiful weather we though we would bring you a few photos of some of the cars already in town. We will try to post more in the next few days. The Resort still has a few of their Cruise and Dine packages left for this week. The package includes 2 nights in a one bedroom condo and a $50 restaurant card.
What’s better than great barbeque and some Tennessee Bluegrass; how about a whole weekend at Sevierville’s Bloomin Barbeque & Bluegrass May 14 & 15th. Enjoy championship barbeque and free bluegrass concerts featuring renowned artists highlighted by the Dan Tyminski Band.
Come early and go to the BBQ Boot Camp held May 11-13 at Walters State Community College Sevier County Campus. Three nights of evening classes will feature guest instructor Mike Davis the 2008 World BBQ Champion on the 11 &12th. The final class on May 13 Chef Catherine Hallman will instruct on Summertime Pastries and Desserts. To “enlist” for the “BBQ Boot Camp”download an application at BloominBBQ.com.
The Resort at Governor’s Crossing is offering special discounted rates for attendees. Select the BBQ rateon our website or call us at 800-497-5749. This special discounted rate is available May 9 through May 16. So come early and come hungry!
Officials with Great Smoky Mountains National Park announced that road work on the Cades Cove Loop Road would be completed almost a month ahead of schedule. To celebrate the early finish the park will open April 24 to only pedestrians and bicyclists until noon then motorists will be allowed access that afternoon.
On Sunday April 25 the road will be open for the “Cades Cove Loop Lope” offering runners a once in a lifetime opportunity to compete in either a 3.5 mile or the full 11 mile loop. Organized by the park and Friends of the Smokies, the event will require participants to register in advance for the run. Participation fees are high ($75 for the 3.5 and $100 for the 11 mile) but all money will be used to support park projects. We have provided a link for further information on this special event, go to the Friends of the Smokiesweb site.
All reasonable offers considered!
rate offer is per night, minimum 2-night stay.
Enjoy 2 or more nights in a
luxury condominium at the
Dollywood Package Rate
and for each night stayed
receive one adult 2-day
admission ticket to Dollywood.
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The Resort at Governor's Crossing - 225 Collier Drive, Sevierville, Tennessee 37862, Toll Free: 1-800-497-5749
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