Fall Creek Falls Visitor Guide 2009

Johnson Nursery & Garden Center
1717 East Spring Street

Cookeville, Tennessee 38506
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Table of Contents
Area Information
Perfect Light Gallery...6
Weddings at Fall Creek Falls...13
Johnson Nursery & Garden Center...14
Spotlight on Cookeville...15
Spotlight on Sparta...17
Grandpa Yoder Story...18
Trails at Fall Creek Falls...19
Cumberland Plateau Winery & Tours...22
Cumberland Plateau Cuisine
Brass Lantern...23
Blue Orchid Bistro...33
Golfing in the Fall Creek Falls Region...24
Cumberland County Playhouse...31
Property Developer Spotlight...32
Kay Tuttle and David Dean
Swafford Real Estate & Auction Co.
Fall Creek Falls Photo Contest...37
Places to Visit & Articles

Fall Creek Falls Bed & Breakfast...9
Retiring to Fall Creek Falls...27
Custom Fireplaces & More...28
Annie’s Favorites...34-35
State Parks & National Landmarks

Discover Cumberland Caverns...7
Fall Creek Falls State Park...10
Dale Hollow Lake...36
Festivals & Annual Events

Mountaineer Festival...5
Annual Events...20-21
Christmas on the Mountain...30
Lodging
Accommodations...8-11
Camping...12
Business Directory
Chambers & Visitor Centers...2
Advertiser Directory...3 (with Wi-Fi Info)
Real Estate & Support Services...29
Newcomer’s Guide...26-27
Business Services...38-40
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Chambers & Visitor Centers
Fall Creek Falls Tourist Welcome to the first annual Fall Creek Falls Visitor’s
Information Center Guide. What an amazing place! We have had fun
Toll Free: 888-462-2730 exploring this beautiful region and discovering so many
Telephone: 931-864-7990 wonderful people and places. We hope that you enjoy
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this majestic region as we have and use this publication
Fall Creek Falls State Park as your guide to the area, meet some of the interesting
Toll Free: 800-250-8610 folks, and savor some of the flavors and beauty of the
Telephone: 423-881-5298 region. Fall Creek Falls State Park is truly a paradise
www.tnstateparks.com
of unspoiled nature, with over 20,000 acres sprawled across the eastern top of
The Greater Van Buren County- the rugged Cumberland Plateau in Tennessee. It offers a wide variety of outdoor
Spencer Chamber of Commerce recreation, such as golf, hiking, canoeing, mountain biking, biking, hang gliding,
Telephone: 931-946-7033
www.VanBurenChamber.com
rock climbing, fishing and more. The Fall Creek Falls (FCF) region offers some of
the most spectacular views in Tennessee. There are many amazing trails offering
Pikeville-Bledsoe County waterfalls, cliffs, gorges and spectacular bluff views. The waterfalls are known
Chamber of Commerce throughout the United States. The Fall Creek Falls, one of the highest in Eastern
Telephone: 423-447-2791
www.Pikeville-Bledsoe.com North America – 90 ft. higher than Niagara Falls - plunges 256 feet into a shaded
pool. It’s an awesome sight. There are several other falls, including the Piney and
Sequatchie County-Dunlap Caney Creek Falls, that offer more amazing views. One of the trails includes a
Chamber of Commerce 4/10 mile vertical cable hike down into a gorge. It is an extremely challenging and
Telephone: 423-949-7608
www.Sequatchie.com amazing adventure. There is something in the region sure to please most everyone.
www.CityofDunlap.com With over 1,500,000 visitors per year, obviously, many folks are discovering this
wonderful place.
Sparta-White County
Chamber of Commerce
Telephone: 931-836-3552 There are many options for overnight accommodations. You can learn more by
www.Sparta-Chamber.net visiting pages 8-12. There are many exceptional places to dine, shop, look for
antiques, and more throughout the area. You will find a sampling within the pages
Cookeville-Putnam County of this guide. Please be sure to stop in and let them know that you heard about them
Chamber of Commerce
Toll Free: 800-264-5541 through this publication. Many events throughout the year in Pikeville, Spencer,
Telephone: 931-526-2211 Sparta and Dunlap allow folks to enjoy the small town atmosphere and family
www.CookevilleChamber.com friendly environment. Take time to experience these local fun filled events and learn
www.MustSeeCookeville.com
more about the history and heritage of the region. See our events calendar on pages
Visit the Cumberland Plateau 20-21 and plan your trip today.
Information Center
www.visitthecumberlandplateau.com Wonderful day trips abound. Chestnut Hill Winery, Cumberland County Playhouse,
Terry L. Burckhard, Owner/Distribution
Cumberland Caverns, Sunset Marina & Resort, Johnson’s Nursery & Garden Center,
& Logistics Manager and the many beautiful little towns and small businesses that dot the region have
so much to offer those looking for a little more than the things mentioned above.
Andrea V. Burckhard, Owner/Editor The beauty of the environment and the people of the region will capture your heart.
Rachel Sells, Production Manager Many have found it a great place to relocate, retire, and invest in a second home.
There are over 64 property developers and professional real estate brokers waiting
Janet L. Hopson, Graphic Design to make your dreams come true. You can find information within the pages of this
& Photography guide to some of the best in the business.
Contributing Editors & Photographers:
John Hargis (cover photo) www. Come visit the Fall Creek Falls region! Fall in Love with Fall Creek Falls! The
perfectlightgallery.com, Terry Burckhard, Fall Creek Falls State Park region can easily be accessed from Chattanooga, north
Andrea Burckhard, Janet Hopson, Mark on Hwy. 111, or from Knoxville or Nashville off of either scenic Hwy. 70 or I-40,
Hodgkins, Vicky Poe, Tennessee Tree
Toppers, The Greater Van Buren County- reaching scenic Hwy. 111.
Spencer Chamber, Pikeville-Bledsoe
Chamber of Commerce Come see us soon!
Andrea Burckhard & Family
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art work appearing in this magazine are copyrighted and cannot be
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Advertiser Directory
Antiques on Bockman Way...16

Barna Log Homes at Fall Creek Falls...BC
Blue Orchid Bistro...10*
Carson Truss Company...28
Chestnut Hill Winery...22
Citizens Bank...4
Citizens Tri-County Bank...25
Coffee Corner...16*
Cozy Cabin Construction...11
Cozy Cabins & Cottages...8
Cumberland Caverns...7
Cumberland County Playhouse...31
Cumberland Plateau Retreat
Cabin Rentals...10
Custom Fireplaces and More...28
Deer Run RV Resort...12*
DelMonaco Winery...IC6
Dolce Café...15*
Edd Rogers Chevrolet-Pontiac-Buick...16
Essentials Salon and Day Spa...13
Fall Creek Falls B&B and Cabin...9
Fall Creek Falls Real Estate
& Development Co., LLC...BC
Farm Credit Services...29
Fragrant Mushroom...16
Grandview Cabin Rentals...11
Grandview Golf Resort...11
Grandview Lodge and Resort...11
Hidden Falls at Mt. Airy Golf & Athletic...IC7
Hitchock’s Inc./The Final Touch...27
Jackson Street Grill...15*
Johnson’s Nursery & Garden Center...IC2
Jongee’s Gifts & Fine Furnishings...17
Long Branch Lakes...IC3
Los Panchos Mexican Restaurant...18
Maddux Station Restaurant and Bar...15*
Metric Methods...28
Miss Marenda’s Tea Room Antiques & Gifts...16
Perfect Light Gallery...6
Piney Creek Cabins...8
Pizza King Italian Restaurant...18
Pluto’s Hotdogs...16*
Richard W. Smith & Associates Real Estate
& Auction, LLC...IC6
Ronald H. Swafford Realty & Auction Company...IC4
Simply Southern Quilts & Quilts...16
09 DALE HOLLOW LAKE Sunset Marina & Resort...36*
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The Body Shop Fitness Center...IC6
The Brass Lantern...23
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Spencer Chamber of Commerce...4
The Loom...27
The Natural Answer Wellness Center...16
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Mountaineer Folk Festival
Mountaineer Folk Festival They were picking and playing under the shade trees in such
The Mountaineer Folk Festival is an authentic annual mountain wonderful harmony. Singing out some of their favorite melodic
festival. It takes place the first ballads, old country tunes, and some of their original music,
weekend in September they kept the crowd around them mesmerized, including myself!
each year at the Their music was beautiful, soothing and so pure and amazing,
Fall Creek Falls that I had to purchase one of their CD’s for the ride home to
State Park near Dale Hollow Lake. You can purchase their CD on http://cdbaby.
Pikeville, com/cd/westgirls.
TN. This is an
amazing folk Another great vendor reminded me of my “Opa’s” (grandfather)
festival with over blacksmith shop in Germany. Dale Davis set up a live
100 handmade arts blacksmith demonstration, pounding out horse shoes, garden
and craft booths, ornaments, hanging plant holders, candle holders, fireplace
including pioneer tools, and much more throughout the weekend. He is a
demonstrations, craft traditional blacksmith from Smithville, TN. He has some truly
demonstrations, an assortment of lovely authentic items.
foods, breads and baked goods, and live mountain music in three
areas of the park. Music includes country, bluegrass, folk, and It was an amazing day, and my only regret is that I didn’t make
some picking and playing under the shade trees by musicians a weekend of it with my family. There was so much to see
from the region and all over the Southeast. There are plenty of and do, plus free music and activities for the kids and adults
things for the kids to do and see, including wagon rides, mule everywhere, not to mention the amazing beauty and scenery
pulls, marbles, a petting zoo, and crafts. This year we even all around me. Make sure that you take time to visit either the
saw a snake show! Fall Creek Falls State Park is a wonderful, annual Mountaineer Festival the first weekend of September
expansive area, with lots of shade trees, which makes this folk or the much loved annual Christmas on the Mountain event
festival even more attractive. These are the first weekend of December which offers
normally still the hot days of summer, but the Christmas decorations, singing, arts and crafts,
trees will shade you from the afternoon sun, children’s activities, and Santa’s arrival at the
keeping the visitors and vendors comfortable. park. The park manager, Mr. John Faunville,
is proud of the park and credits Stuart Carroll
The quality of the crafts/crafters was for continuing and organizing these wonderful
spectacular, including lots of wood turners, annual events and so many other activities
artists, pottery, handmade purses, jewelry, throughout the year that give families and
candles, wooden toys, and so much more! It’s visitors from all over the world a variety of
the perfect place to stock up on presents or great events, activities, outdoor challenges like
even start your Christmas shopping early. One of my favorite their triathlon, and so much more. For overnight lodging, please
booths was the Dutch Maid Bakery of Tracy City, the oldest see page 8 and make sure to visit some of the wonderful shops,
bakery in Tennessee, where Cindy Day, the owner was passing restaurants and cities around the Fall Creek Falls region. For
out samples of her sourdough bread, cinnamon rolls, cookies more information about these Fall Creek Falls State Park events,
and apple butter. The Rock Pile Farm was distributing samples activities, and more, visit their website at
of their hot, tangy sauce that is excellent on fish, in cream www.tennessee.gov/environment/parks/FallCreekFalls.
cheese as a dip, and I love it on scrambled eggs. I bought one
bottle and it was gone in no time! I enjoyed the roasted corn
and the homemade fried apple pies that several of the church
groups were selling. Then I saw one of my favorite vendors,
The Bickfords, who set up their log cabin serving piping hot
coffee, sausage and country ham biscuits, sourdough bread, and
my favorite molasses cookies. Junior and Janice Ford, owners
of Busy Beaver Crafts, set up with their awesome hand turned
bowls and other fine woodcrafts. I fell in love with their etched
wood carvings that displayed a little boy and girl. I met the
West Girls, a close knit family musical group consisting of a
mother and three daughters, who make their living in a beautiful
valley; a horse and buggy community in the hills of Tennessee.

Perfect Light Gallery
Perfect Light Gallery is a hidden gem in historic downtown Gallery occupies a two story brick building at 421 Spring Street,
Pikeville, Tennessee, heart of the Fall Creek Falls region. The part of Pikeville’s historic downtown district which is currently
fine art photography that adorns the Fall Creek Falls State Park (as we go to print) under a major historical revitalization project
and Blue Orchid Bistro in Dunlap is the work of John Hargis, that will give downtown Pikeville additional charm. This
resident artist and award winning photographer. John spent renovation project will provide downtown Pikeville with old
many years working in the furniture industry in the fashioned lighting, brick sidewalks, landscaping, park
Southeast before retiring to the beautiful and benches, and additional retail shopping. The
majestic Sequatchie Valley near Pikeville; Perfect Light Gallery building was built in
where he married Melba, the love of his 1918 and once housed for many years
life and travelling companion. During the U.S. Post Office. The Gallery
these travels, John photographs is very inviting with resident artist
mostly landscape images of the John there to greet you most days
United States and Puerto Rico. John’s when he is not out photographing.
images have been featured not only Perfect Light Gallery also offers custom
in the Fall Creek Falls region, but in framing with a large selection of frames
books, calendars, and other publications; as and matting available to choose from. Check
well as being displayed in homes and businesses out their website for events, gallery receptions and the
across America. The Perfect Light Gallery also houses some gorgeous images from their online photo gallery that can adorn
additional images by some of America and Fall Creek Falls’ your home, vacation home, cabin or houseboat. Visit them at
premier landscape and wildlife artists, such as Dan Williams, www.perfectlightgallery.com or phone at 423-447-3029.
Tom Wood and Lillian Brooks (a nationally acclaimed water Perfect Light Gallery is open Monday through Friday from
color artist who has won over 200 awards). The Perfect Light 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM CST and by appointment.

Discover Cumberland Caverns
Visit the Local Land step and each turn is a new
Down Under! discovery for you. Uncover the
vast historical and geological
Cumberland Caverns is significance of the caverns and
Tennessee’s largest show cave more. Groups are fitted with
and a U.S. National Natural helmets and head lights and
Landmark. The cave displays are led through wild caving
some of the largest underground routes of crawling, climbing,
rooms and most spectacular and squeezing. All you have
formations in America. is a flashlight and your own
Currently, 32 miles of the system determination. You can
have been documented. proudly say: “I came, I caved, I
conquered!” They even have a
Discover family fun every day campground set up in the caverns
through guided tours which set for those of you daring enough to
out every hour on the hour during spend the night – complete with
regular business hours. During plumbing and electric outlets.
this hour and a half tour, you will
travel through some of the largest Cumberland Caverns is located
cave rooms in the eastern United just off of Hwy. 8, six miles
States. The lit pathways wind southeast of McMinnville. For
through the caverns’ famous large more information call (931)
formations, waterfalls, and cave 668-4396 or visit online at
pools. Each tour is highlighted www.cumberlandcaverns.com.
by a light and sound pageant
which is a dramatic retelling Cumberland Caverns Facts:
of the creation story. Visitors Approx. length of cave: 32 miles
are inspired by the awesome Approx. length of commercial
formations and spectacular sites. sections: 3000’
Max. depth underground: 550’
Discover something unique in (350’ in commercial sections)
our Underground Ballroom - the Cave temperature: Constant 56°F
“Volcano Room”, which seats year round (Excellent retreat
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birthday parties, catered meals,
and corporate events. The Largest rooms:
Volcano Room is the home “Hall of the Mountain King”
of Bluegrass Underground, a 600’ long, 150’ wide, 140’ high
monthly concert series recorded “Devil’s Quarry”
for WSM radio and streamed 500’ long, 125’ wide, 30-80’ high
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more information on Bluegrass “Waterfall Room”
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Fall Creek Falls Accommodations
Lodging at Fall Creek Falls COZY CABINS & COTTAGES GRANDVIEW LODGE & RESORT
Rita and Doug Pruitt, owners of Fall 866.395.3144 • 931.946.3144 423.881.5667 ext.1
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Creek Falls Bed & Breakfast, are the
pioneers and are great ambassadors CUMBERLAND PLATEAU PINEY CREEK CABINS
to the region. They saw the beauty RETREAT CABIN RENTALS 800.940.2830
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FALL CREEK FALLS BED AND
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They along with Piney Creek Cabins, 423.881.5494 800.760.8550 • 931.864.3146
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Plateau Retreat Cabin Rentals, Deer Run
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RV Resort and others, offer a variety CABIN RENTALS
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Fall Creek Falls Bed and Breakfast Inn opened in 1991. It Creek Falls region. She feels that the Fall Creek Falls State Park
is the pioneer and the first bed & breakfast on the Cumberland is still one of the largely undiscovered, non-commercialized
Plateau in the Fall Creek Falls State Park area. Owners and vacation spots left in the South. Her determined efforts have
innkeepers, Doug & Rita Pruitt, offer a comfortable, hospitable, brought positive change to the area with over 64 developers
pleasant stay in their luxurious bed and breakfast country manor discovering the region. She highlights the region, working
home. Operated lovingly and impeccably by Rita and Doug, closely with both Chambers of Commerce surrounding the park;
their eighteen years have seen a lot of satisfied customers. These the Pikeville-Bledsoe County Chamber of Commerce and The
guests have enjoyed the sprawling acres, amazing views, and Greater Van Buren County-Spencer Chamber of Commerce.
delicious breakfasts cooked by Doug. In addition, Rita works with Tennessee’s state tourism, both
statewide and regionally, to promote the area and to give
Talk about having a scrumptious breakfast, come visit with exposure to this fantastic, unspoiled outdoor recreation paradise.
Rita and Doug and let them spoil you with recipes handed
down from his 90 year old grandmother! A typical breakfast Fall Creek Falls Bed & Breakfast is the only AAA rated
might be stuffed French toast with homemade apple cider lodging facility in the region and surrounds itself with natural
syrup, sausage, and cooked apples, or his newest offering, beauty, privacy, hardwood trees, horses, and wildlife. Guest
“Egg in a Snowbank”, with Lemon Poppy Seed scones and accommodations include six air conditioned guestrooms, a
homemade cinnamon rolls. Of course, along with breakfast you two room suite, and the romantic MeadowBrook Cabin nestled
will be blessed with Doug’s conversations with his guests or behind the manor gives guests their privacy, but still lets them
anyone that will listen! Doug loves to tell stories and share his enjoy the amenities of a bed and breakfast. Doug hand delivers
viewpoints. Often you will find men in the kitchen talking with breakfast to the cabin, making guests feel extra special. All
Doug about bow hunting or fishing. He is an avid outdoorsman have private baths, and the sunny, glassed-in Florida room has
and knows the Fall Creek Falls area better than most folks. magnificent views for the guests’ enjoyment, along with TV/
VCR’s, movies, and magazines available.
Since opening, Rita and Doug have hosted many country
music singers and songwriters, senators, foreign travelers, and Enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of Fall Creek Falls Bed and
a multitude of work-weary guests, newlyweds, and of course Breakfast country manor home, conveniently located one
thousands of other visitors to the beautiful Fall Creek Falls mile outside of the north entrance of nationally acclaimed Fall
region, all leaving with fond memories. Creek Falls State Resort Park. Visit their website for more
information, specials, recipes, and to view their amazing place.
Rita, a native of the area, is a tireless cheerleader for the Fall www.fallcreekfalls.com • (423) 881-5494

FALL CREEK FALLS HISTORY community to re-visit a place that holds special memories for
them. Some return visitors camped with their parents when they
Fall Creek Falls State Park and community sit high atop the were children. Some were married at Milliken’s Overlook or
Cumberland Plateau. This beautiful area which houses the attended family reunions, church retreats, golf tournaments, the
30,000 plus acre State Park area came into being because of one annual Mountaineer Folk Festival, a week of church camp or
man’s vision. James Maurice Taft, known locally as the “Father just a relaxing get-a-way. I think anyone would be hard pressed
of Fall Creek Falls”, lived in the FCF community and was much to find another attraction in Tennessee that means so many
concerned that the beautiful area was going to be auctioned off different things to so many people.
by the Federal Government for development. Mr. Taft, who did
not drive, talked a local resident into taking him to Nashville. written by Rita Pruett, Co-Owner
There, dressed in a coon skin hat and buckskin clothes of the Fall Creek Falls Bed & Breakfast and Cabin
early frontier days, he met with the then governor, Gordon
Browning, and put his own land up as collateral.
Mr. Taft took a personal interest in the state park, and with the
help of the Boys Scouts of America, laid out most of the hiking
trails. He also ran a steel cable at Fall Creek Falls and Cane
Creek Falls so that all who dared could experience the trip from
the top of the falls to the bottom of the gorge.
The first national attention came to the FCF State Park in 1939
when the area was featured in National Geographic magazine
with pictures of the various waterfalls, as well as pictures of
the local residents who lived outside the state park boundaries.
The descendents of the First Families of Fall Creek Falls still
reside in the area. Many of us who were teenagers in the 1960’s
remember when the state park roads were little more than pig
trails and the only lodging was primitive camping.
Fall Creek Falls State Park is famous for the Fall Creek Falls,
which is 90 feet higher than Niagara Falls and has a hiking trail
that allows visitors to go to the base of the majestic falls. The
FCF State Park also boasts three other waterfalls, Cane Creek
Falls, Cane Creek Cascades, and Piney Creek Falls. There are
also four swinging bridges, an outdoor Olympic swimming
pool, 18 hole championship golf course, a 250-acre fishing
lake, tennis courts, ball fields, horseback riding, paved hiking
and biking trails, a large lodge with meeting room facilities
and a full service restaurant, and wildlife in abundance. The
individual campsites, RV hookups, and cabins are a great added
amenity, as well as the group lodges for church groups and Boy
Scout camps. Outside the state park boundaries are locally
owned and operated B&B’s, as well as cabin rentals.
The FCF State Park is still a free admission park, a fact which
never ceases to amaze out of state visitors. Each year a cross-
section of people return to the Fall Creek Falls State Park and

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Camping at Fall Creek Falls
CAMPING & FACILITIES recently with the remainder being updated in 2009 improving
The Fall Creek Falls region is the perfect location for your next the experience for everyone. There are 6 bathhouses nearby for
camping destination! Fall Creek Falls State Park, Deer Run RV your convenience. Firewood and ice are available for purchase
Park, and others offer exceptional amenities near this pristine year round. Most campgrounds are accessible by persons with
wilderness. There are sites ideal for individuals, groups, and disabilities. All have tables, grills, water, and electricity.
families for RV hook-up, campers and/or tents.
Deer Run RV Resort is located near Crossville, the Golf Capital
Sites at Fall Creek Falls State Park are nearby the vast trail of Tennessee, northeast of the Fall Creek Falls State Park. They
system and all their amenities (heated swimming pool, were selected as the Tennessee ARVC Campground of the Year
horseback riding, mountain bike trails, boating, fishing, golfing, 2007-2008. Sites are level and shaded with several offering a
picnic facilities, playgrounds/sports fields, and park programs). wonderful view of the lake. They have a laundry/bath house, as
If there are those in your group that would prefer to stay in a well as a guest services building and general store. They offer
cabin or in a villa, those facilities are also available nearby. loads of activities, limited wi-fi service, and cabin rentals. It’s a
Visit www.state.tn.us/environment/parks/FallCreekFalls/ great place to kick back and relax. Check them out on the web
lodging/ for complete and current information regarding the at www.DeerRunRVResort.com.
park facilities. Many of the campsites have been renovated
Campground Location Contact Type Sites # Water Electric Sewer

Cumberland Caverns 1437 Cumberland Caverns Rd. Office 931.668.4396 Primitive 3 Y N N
McMinnville, TN 37110
www.cumberlandcaverns.com
Fall Creek Falls State Park 2009 Village Camp Rd. Office 423.881.5298 Camping 145 Y Y N
Pikeville, TN 37367-9803 Camping 800.250.8611 RV Sites/Camping 74 Y Y Y
http://state.tn.us/environment/parks/FallCreekFalls/ Primitive (walk-in) 18 N N N
Primitive (trails) 3 N N N
Deer Run RV Resort 3609 Peavine Firetower Rd. Office 931.484.3333 Full RV Hook-up 85 Y Y Y
Crossville, TN 38571 Toll-free 877.337.8678 Tent Sites with RV sites
www.DeerRunRVResort.com Primitive 20 N N N

Weddings at Fall Creek Falls
Getting Married at Fall Creek Falls Marriage Licenses
Why not consider Fall Creek Falls for your wedding destination Tennessee marriage licenses may be obtained in the County
Court Clerk’s Office in each county. The fees are listed below.
or the perfect romantic getaway when you would like to pop the
There is a $60.00 discount if you submit the necessary form
question? Fall Creek Falls has abundant beauty, majestic vistas, following a 4 hour counseling session.
lots of options for small and large gatherings, and many unique
settings. Fall Creek Falls State Park has the perfect setting for Bledsoe County Court Clerk (423) 447-2137 • $96.50
Sequatchie County Court Clerk (423) 949-2522 • $100.00
small and large weddings either in the resort with its panoramic
Van Buren County Court Clerk (931) 946-2121• $95.00
windows in the main dining area or on the beautiful Fall Creek White County Court Clerk (931) 836-3712 • $95.00
Falls State Park grounds near a lake, in a wooded area, or even
close to the golf course. They have catering, lodging facilities, For more information and ideas about getting married at Fall
Creek Falls, visit our website at www.Go2FCF.com or call us
and a preacher nearby! Cumberland Caverns is also a great
toll free at 1-888-462-2730.
memorable place to get married in the Fall Creek Falls region
with seating in their underground ballroom for up to 400 guests.
Teddy Jones, manager of Cumberland Caverns and minister, can
assist you and your wedding party with all the arrangements.
They can even furnish the meals, provide a sound system,
give tours, and make your wedding one that everyone will be
talking about for years to come. New winery, DelMonaco
Winery, is also able to host your wedding for up to 300 guests
in their beautiful brand new ballroom with French doors
leading out to the vineyards. Spiral staircases allow the bride to
make a beautiful and dramatic entrance. The ballroom has an
excellent area for pictures and for the ceremony. DelMonaco
offers elegance and simple beauty with their expansive winery,
vineyard, and their ballroom and meeting facilities. A special
dressing room for the bride and wedding attendants is offered,
as well as a catering kitchen for your choice of caterer, and of
course, DelMonaco wine and tours for the special day. There
area also romantic cabins, chalets, and lodging available in the
Fall Creek Falls region such as Fall Creek Falls Bed & Breakfast
and Meadowbrook Cabin, Piney Creek Cabins, Cozy Cabins &
Cottages, and Cumberland Plateau Retreat Cabin Rentals that
would also provide a perfect setting for a memorable wedding
ceremony and/or honeymoon. To pamper the wedding party,
make sure to book a massage, facial, manicure, and pedicure at
Essentials Salon and Day Spa in Sparta. For a special night out,
speak to Linda and Randall at the Blue Orchid Bistro in Dunlap.
They have an amazing menu and excellent ambience for a great
meal and fun. Take a look at the accommodations page on page
8 or visit the websites accessed through www.Go2FCF.com by
clicking on accommodations. For more information, call
Toll-free, 1-888-462-2730.

Johnson Nursery & Garden Center
Johnson Nursery & Garden Center These are used not only for outside entertainment areas and decks,
but clients often phone beforehand to order a beautiful Johnson
Johnson Nursery & Garden container garden for a special event, birthday or anniversary.
Center is a family owned
business that is an integral Chuck’s passion for gardening and his know how in the nursery
part of the fabric of the business shows in the selection of plants at the Johnson Nursery
gardening industry in & Garden Center. They are known for their excellent and diverse
the Cookeville and selection of quality trees, plants, shrubs, perennials and annuals,
Plateau area. Chuck including fruit trees and small fruit plants, which keep people from
and Sarah Johnson all over the country coming to Chuck for the best in all their plant
take great pride in needs. They also offer an amazing selection of hearty rose bushes
the continuation of which grow well in Tennessee. Chuck prides himself on being
their three generational able and willing to offer advice to his customers. He and Sarah
family business that are certified nursery professionals. Chuck serves as President of
started back in 1915 —when the Garden Centers of America and has served on the board for 7
Chuck’s grandfather, W.L. years. He is well known on the circuit and has been selected in
Johnson, started a small nursery called the Top 100 Revolutionary Garden Centers in America and has
Baxter Nursery in western Putnam County. Back in those days, been selected as Tennessee’s Outstanding Garden Center for three
tending to the nursery stock took all of their time in the growing years in a row. This has allowed them to travel the world and
months. The summer and winter months were laborious too, represent the USA at different International Gardening Centers.
when the fruits of their labor were ready to be harvested and sold
by traveling by horse and buggy to East Tennessee. Many times Gardening has been the #1 hobby for the last 5-6 years, and more
Mr. Johnson would barter overnight stays at hotels in exchange for and more homeowners are interested in gardening as it makes
nursery plants and flowers, as he would be gone for days at a time. their homes more beautiful, enjoyable and valuable. People are
considering the outside as an extension of their living area and
Chuck Johnson has been in the business his whole life. Gardening are using their deck and garden areas for socializing, entertaining
is in his blood. Chuck’s gift from God is his passion for gardening and family time. Johnson Nursery & Garden Center is surely a
and he is one of the best at what he does. It shows in his amazing family affair. Their two sons, Charlie and David, are partners in
accomplishments in school, among his gardening peers, and at the business. Charlie and his wife, Rebecca, have two children.
Johnson Nursery & Garden Center in Cookeville, Tennessee. David and wife, Susan, have three children. Daughter, Jennifer,
lives in Knoxville and is married to Dr. John Little. They have
During his early years, Chuck worked with his father, Willard, three children.
and Uncle J.T. in their nursery called Johnson’s Nursery, also
located in Baxter, next to his grandfather’s nursery. He trained Chuck and Sarah are a lovely couple with a wonderful business.
in the business, getting paid only ten cents per hour, watering Their passion and love for the nursery shows in their big smiles
flowers and learning as much as he could. College followed with and twinkling eyes. When they are not working, they enjoy their
a business degree from Tennessee Technological University in 3 gardening in-laws and their 8 grand gardeners (grandchildren),
Cookeville in 1965. Following graduation, he enrolled at the who are growing up to love gardening as much as they do.
University of Tennessee in Knoxville majoring in Ornamental Johnson’s nursery has over 50,000 square feet under cover,
Horticulture and Landscape Design. Chuck soon accepted an designed for year round shopping with fall, Christmas and seasonal
Associate Professor position at UT with the College of Agriculture decorations, plants and decorative planters for year round giving.
in the Horticulture Department. The responsibilities were great The Johnson’s goal is to continually seek and implement ways
working with five Agriculture Experiment Stations across to make their customers shopping experience more pleasant and
Tennessee. Chuck planned, selected, delivered, and supervised complete. The key to their superior service is upheld by meeting
the planting of annuals at all the UT Experiment Stations. This the needs of their customers with superior plant selection and
gave him life long lessons in what growers were doing right, customer service, attending trade shows, learning from others,
and valuable information on what was not working so well. and maintaining and expert staff. Johnson Nursery is open 6
days a week, June through March. In April and May, you can find
Today, Johnson Nursery & Garden Center has expanded greatly the Johnson’s ready to serve you on Sunday afternoons from 1-5
since their move from 10th street in Cookeville to their location PM. You can reach them at (931) 528-8000 or find them online at
at 1717 East Spring St. This location boasts of over 22 acres www.JohnsonGardenCenter.com.
of gardens, the fantastic garden center, and 50 acres nearby for
growing their wide variety of plants and trees. Wife Sarah, Chuck’s
college sweetheart, love of his life, and mother to their wonderful
children is also his business partner. They enjoy every waking
moment taking care of their beautiful nursery. Sarah loves the
business. She grew up on a farm, watching her mother lovingly
tend to her flowers, which makes her so thankful to be part of this
wonderful business. Sarah’s talents are expressed in the large
showroom of decorative silk flowers and plants, seasonal home
decorations, and Sarah’s signature container and gift gardens.

Spotlight on Cookeville
Cookeville is the heart of the Cumberland Plateau region. It of old Cookeville. It is located parallel to the railroad tracks
is a vibrant community offering the “big city life” with many with antique stores, children’s stores, retail shops, office space,
of the qualities of a small town. Within an hour’s drive of clothing shops, galleries, photography studios, and eateries such
the Fall Creek Falls region, Cookeville is home to Tennessee as Crawdaddy’s, The Soup Kitchen, Thomas Andrews and more.
Technological University (TTU) with over 10,500 students, Johnson Nursery and Garden Center in Cookeville is one of
giving Cookeville that bustling college town environment with the oldest family nurseries around. Owned and operated by the
lots of eateries, nightlife, culture and opportunities. TTU has Johnson family, it is a world acclaimed garden center (see page
been named one of the Top 10 Public Universities in the South 14) and is open year round with perennials, annuals, shrubbery,
by US News and World Report for the seventh year in a row. It landscaping, home decoration items and more. Visit with the
has also been selected as one of the best Southeastern Colleges Johnson family and spend some time planning your garden for
for the fourth year in a row by Princeton Reveiw and the only 2009, update your living area or just go to browse and get some
college recognized in Tennessee. ideas! Jackson Street is one of the up and coming shopping
areas with many of the national retail chains, plus it offers
Cookeville is the county seat of Putnam County which has Cookeville Bicycle, Winnell Lee Mouldings and Hardwoods - a
close to 65,000 residents. Cookeville alone has about 26,000 family business that offers fantastic showrooms and advice, and
residents. The Fall Creek Falls region is an excellent place to stop in at Jackson Street Grill for some fresh baked bagels or sit
retire. Cookeville boasts of an excellent medical facility with down and have a scrumptious lunch or dinner, before or after
all the support services. Cookeville Regional Medical Center shopping. Cookeville also has a wonderful town square, similar
(CRMC) has just celebrated the addition of a new North Patient to one that you might imagine in a John Grisham novel with the
Tower for better service to their patients and their families. courthouse in the center, lawyers and professionals around the
CRMC continues to grow to better serve the community. With square and some fantastic eateries such as the Dolce Café - a
over 250 beds, 140 plus doctors and specialists, a Cancer and a fantastic, trendy coffee and pastry shop and Maddux Station - a
Heart Center, CRMC is one of the region’s major employers and wonderful fine eatery with excellent dishes freshly prepared by
is at the heart of Middle Tennessee to offer care to an expanding Chef Matt. Try a lunch special - gourmet but very affordable.
population base. Cookeville has wonderful shopping and eating Maddux Station and Dolce Café are housed in the old landmark
facilities with all the major chains, plus lots of family and Maddux Hardware Store building that was recently renovated.
community type establishments that pride themselves on quality For more information about Cookeville, contact the Cookeville -
merchandise and friendly personal services. The West End in Putnam County Chamber of Commerce, at 800-264-5541.
Cookeville continues to be a quaint, recently revitalized part

Spotlight on Sparta

Spotlight on Sparta
Sparta, the county seat of White County, is a bustling little the Coffee Corner offer leisurely browsing, books, a Christian
town with an old time feel which was officially established in library, internet hotspot, delicious coffee and treats. Driving
1806. The early settlers fell in love with the wilderness, nature through or shopping will make you hungry so why not try Miss
and vast beauty of the area. Spencer is located to the south Marenda’s Tea Room for the ambience and delicious home
of Sparta and Cookeville. Sparta has been known for their cooked meals, sandwiches and tea or Pluto’s Hot Dogs for a
transportation expertise since the early 1800’s. It has been, yummy all beef hotdog with all the fresh toppings? If you are
and still is, an important economic generator for the region. not into hotdogs, try their delicious fresh taco salad, which is a
Today, Sparta/White County boasts of the Upper Cumberland sure hit!
Regional Airport, which has undergone major expansions and
improvements over the last ten years. It is minutes from the Downtown Sparta is a perfect downtown area complete with
entrance of Fall Creek Falls State Park off of Hwy. 111, plus has plenty of shopping, eating, and history. Sparta is home to
many industrial parks with feeder industries in the automotive, several bluegrass legends such as Benny Martin, arguably one
medical, industrial and telecommunications fields. of the best fiddle players, and the legendary Lester Flatt. His
bronze bust head was unveiled at Sparta City Hall in 1996.
White County is conveniently located to two metro areas, 80 Flatt, a Sparta resident, gained international fame as a bluegrass
miles or so from Chattanooga to the south and 90 miles or so music artist and songwriter. Along with sidekick Earl Scruggs,
from Nashville to the northwest. The heart of the community is Lester was a member of Bill Monroe’s Bluegrass Boys Band
charming downtown Sparta and its main thorough fare Bockman that is credited with creating the bluegrass sound. Sparta’s
Way. Antique shops, furniture and design stores such as annual event, “Liberty Square Celebration” has included a
Jongee’s, Antiques on Bockman Way and Miss Marenda’s Tea special “Lester Flatt Memorial Bluegrass Day” that will take
Room & Treasures, a wonderful quilt shop - Simply Southern place on May 23, 2009. For more information about Sparta/
Quilts, and more, line the street. Artisans such as Fragrant White County, visit their award winning website,
Mushroom offer beautiful pottery, candles and many other items www.spartatn.com or contact the Sparta/White County Chamber
perfect for gifts or home furnishings for your home, vacation of Commerce, (931) 836-3248.
home, RV, or houseboat. Bookstores and coffee houses like

Grandpa Yoder’s Family Jam
Grandpa Yoder’s Family Jams, favorites — the strawberry-rhubarb and pear jellies. Their
relishes are remarkable and are great on eggs, fish, and chicken
Jellies and Yum-Yums or mixed with some cream cheese or sour cream to make a great
dip for chips, vegetables or crackers. The ole southern mild
Grandpa Yoder lives on pepper relish is a must; lovingly put together by the Yoder’s by
Whippoorwill Hill in the Fall chopping up all the fresh vegetables and adding just the right
Creek Falls area. His family spices to give it that tangy, yummy taste.
has been making homemade
jams, jellies, apple butter, and The Yoder business today keeps Grandpa Yoder, wife Marla,
some fantastic relishes since and a few of the children very busy shipping over 100 cases a
moving into the beautiful week. Their Mennonite values, culture, and good work ethic
Fall Creek Falls region in gives them the strength from God to keep up with their very
September of 1993. Grandpa demanding but fulfilling schedule. They have expanded their
Yoder bought several wooded kitchen out back to encompass a shipping area and a cooking
acres on Whippoorwill Hill area to keep up with the ever-growing demand. They have
and made a home for his family several routes that they deliver to every few weeks; delivering
with his lovely bride, Marla. They to convenience stores, truck stops and some popular retail stores
have been married for 35 years and are such as Miss Marenda’s Tea Room in Sparta, Dutch Craft Store
blessed with 7 daughters, 2 sons, and lots of in Celina, Dutch Bakery in Tracy City and even in the Opryland
grandchildren. One of their favorite things to do, other than Mall in Nashville at the Black Lion. They can also be found
make jams and jellies, is to have the family over for a meal and at the popular Crossville Flea Market on Saturday mornings.
spend time together. Grandpa and Mrs. Yoder display their wares every Saturday
morning from early morning until noon; reaching out to loyal
Grandpa Yoder came up with the idea of making jams and clients, who come back for more of Grandpa Yoder’s jellies,
jellies after seeing a friend do quite well with this in Kentucky jams and relishes. Grandpa Yoder’s treats also make excellent
and Missouri. He had one of his daughters design and hand gifts for basket stuffers or housewarming gifts.
draw the label, and the Yoder line of jellies, jams and other
“yum-yums” began. Grandpa started with 5 flavors; however, You can write to the Grandpa Yoder Family at Whippoorwill
today there are many more, including some favorites like Hill, 422 Yoder Lane, Sparta, TN 38583. “Blessed is the nation
the seedless blackberry and strawberry, and a couple of my whose God is the Lord” Ps. 33:12

Trails at Fall Creek Falls
back to the top. Be sure and rest, hiking is not on to the head of the lake. Here the road ends
a contest. Stay on the trail. Do not shortcut the and the trail really begins leading off to the
switchbacks. left. Follow along the lake for 1.1mi to the
Frazier Ran Shelter-a great place for a break.
Piney Falls Trail...a pleasant stroll through the It is then 1.35 miles from the shelter around
center of the Scenic Loop. It begins near the the lake to the cabins. Shortly before reaching
Fall Creek Falls Parking Lot and is accessible the cabins the main trail leaves the lake and
from either the Bike Path or the Falls Road. goes up a gentle hill for .2mi. This section of
The trail goes though the Loop, crossing the trail was nicknamed the “fern line”. At the
several small creeks and then reaches Piney top of the hill go right on another old road and
Falls Road after 1.3mi. After crossing the it’s .45mi back to the trailhead. Notes:
road, the trail bears right and continues .55mi 1. The trail is new and might be as obvious as
Fall Creek Falls Trails to the Piney Falls Area. The trail is a part of a beaten path. However, it follows a road or a
courtesy of Tennessee State Parks the Lower Loop Overnight Trail, but is over lake so it should not be hard to follow. 2. The
easy terrain. Note: after arriving at Piney Falls trail can also be accessed from the end of the
Woodland Trail...the major trail leading Road (after walking through the loop), it is Villas (cabins) but this trailhead should only
from the Nature Center to Fall Creek Falls a short walk (left) along the road to the Bike be used by Inn or Cabin visitors.
Overlook. Beginning behind the Nature Path and an easy return to Fall Creek Falls.
Center, the trail crosses Cane Creek Cascades Bike Paths...paved paths. These paths are
by way of a swinging bridge, goes up a set Milliken’s Trail...A side trail off the Piney useful when linking other trails or just walking
of steps and then on to the Fall Creek Falls Falls Trail which goes to the overlook. The them as a trail. Please yield the right of way to
Overlook-it does have a few up hills along the overlook is a great place to take a break, even the bikes, it is their path. Go to Mountain Bike
way. though there are no restrooms or water, and trails for more biking and trail information.
the trail is a great way to get there. Follow Inn to the Dam...a paved path which follows
Campground Trail...a short connector of the the Piney Falls Trail for 1mi. Turn right the lake for 1.35mi
campground to the Woodland Trail. The trail on Millikan’s Trail where it is .4mi to the Dam to Fall Creek Falls Overlook...a
starts in the back of campground “C” near overlook. From the overlook it is 1.5m back to paved path which winds through a forest to a
site #177. This important connector makes Fall Creek Falls parking lot using the Scenic junction after .45mi. Go left, cross a bridge,
it possible to originate a hike from your Loop Drive. Walking along roads is usualy not and continue .1mi to the top of a hill and
campsite and link it to any of the other trails as much fun, but this is an exception because another junction. Go right and it is .1mi to the
and their destinations the Gorge Overlook of the magnificent overlooks. Walking the Overlook.
Trail and extension of the Woodland Trail. The Loop gives the hiker the opportunity or the
trail begins (or ends) .2mi from the Nature excuse to stop at each overlook. Dam to the Cul-de-Sac and Woodland Trail...a
Center near the top of the hill on the Woodland paved path which winds through a forest to
Trail. Forking off to the right, it forms a scenic Piney Falls Side Trails...overlook and bridge a junction after .45mi. Then go straight .2mi
bypass loop to the direct Woodland Trail. The trails. In the Piney area there are two very (instead of left to the Falls) to reach the Cul-
trail passes overlooks of the Cane Creek Falls, short trails. Beginning at the parking area, de-sac. The Woodland trail is a short distance
two views of Cane Creek Gulf and Fall Creek the path to the right leads to the Piney Falls down the hill from the paved circle.
Falls and then rejoins the Woodland Trail near overlook and the one to the left goes steeply
Fall Creek. Each overlook is worth the extra downhill to the long swinging bridge over Fall Creek Falls Overlook to the Piney Falls
walk. Piney Creek. Road Intersection...a paved path which
Paw Paw Trail...A loop with great views parallels the Fall Creek Falls Road for 1.1mi.
Turkey Pen Ridge Trail...a connector of the of Cane Creek Gorge. The trail starts at
Village Area to the Woodland Trail. This the Nature Center and heads north to cross Fall Creek Falls State Park
important trail makes it possible to originate Rockhouse Creek, climbs a hill, and continues Office 423-881-5298
a hike from the Village Area and link it to any on to striking views of Cane Creek Falls, the Inn/Cabin Reservations 1-800-250-8610
of the other trails and their destinations or to Cane Creek Gulf, and Fall Creek Falls. Camping 1-800-250-8611
go from any trail to the Village Area.. The trail
originates off of the Village road (which leads Cable Trail...a steep trail to the base of Cane Day Use Trail Map
from the camper check-in to the dam) directly Creek Falls. On the Paw Paw Trail, the trail http://www.state.tn.us/environment/parks/
across from the entrance to the village. Park in going uphill to the left immediately after FallCreekFalls/pdf/dayusemap.pdf
the Village Area, cross the road and enjoy. The crossing Rockhouse Creek is the Cable Trail.
hike is a .4mi stroll on an almost level, shaded This is a rugged, steep trail, please use the Backcountry Camping Map
path. At the Woodland Trail it is a .3mi-right cable. NOTE: See the Cable Trail Information http://www.tennessee.gov/environment/parks/
to the Nature Center or .45mi-left to Fall map online or consult with a Ranger or the FallCreekFalls/pdf/backcountrycamping.pdf
Creek Falls Overlook. Nature Center Staff before walking the Cable
Trail! Nature Center 423-881-5708
Base of Fall Creek Falls Trail...a steep trail to
the bottom of the falls. At the Falls Overlook, Gilbert Gaul Loop...the newest trail in the Boating & Fishing:
the trail to the left continues to the plunge pool Park. Park at the gate of Group Camp #2. The Boat Rentals 423-881-5500
of Fall Creek Falls. This trail winds through trail begins on the left side of the paved road Pontoon Boat Rides 423-881-5708
ancient layers of rock while experiencing and follows an old dirt road for a level .8mi
the cool temperatures and looming trees of (stay right-actually straight-at the beginning of
a virgin forest as it descends through the the hike where another old road branches off
Fall Creek Gorge to the base of the Falls and to the left-this is the return). The dirt road then
magnificent view of the tumbling waters. It is goes downhill into an open field, close to the
only .4mi to the base, but then it is a long .4mi site of the Gilvert Gaul homestead, and finally

Events at Fall Creek Falls
February 7, 2009 May 22-23, 2009
Cadillac Sky Log Cabin Days (see info in left column)
Cumberland Caverns 423.447.6722
www.BluegrassUnderground.com www.LogCabinDays.com
February 14, 2009 May 23, 2009

County Linn Band/Hendon Mt. Boys Liberty Square Celebration & Lester Flatt
www.SunsetJammers.com Memorial Bluegrass Day
931.836.3552 • www.sparta-chamber.net
February 20, 2009
AHOST Chili Supper May 23-24, 2009
423.447.2791 • www.pikeville-bledsoe.com Spring Arts & Crafts Festival/Show
(Sponsored by AHOST)
February 27 & 28, 2009 423.447.2791 • www.pikeville-bledsoe.com
Basket Weaving Workshop
Log Cabin Days is a favorite festival in 423.881.5708 • www.FallCreekFalls.org Memorial Day-Labor Day 2009
Pikeville held the 4th weekend in May. It Summer Season at Fall Creek Falls
showcases the labor of love that Don McBay March 7, 2009 423.881.5708 • www.FallCreekFalls.org
and family have put into moving old log cabin FCF Thaw 15km Run & Weekend Excursion
treasures from the region to prevent them from 423.881.5708 • www.FallCreekFalls.org June 5-6, 2009
further demise. The May 22-23 event will Coke Ovens Bluegrass Festival
showcase 40-50 vendors, arts, crafts, quilting, March 14, 2009 423.949.7608 • www.Sequatchie.com
demonstrations, food, and fun. Sponsored by The Fleming Family/Cumberland Family
the Artist Hands of the Sequatchie Territory www.SunsetJammers.com
(A.H.O.S.T.) with 3-4,000 visitors expected.
For more info contact Don McBay at (423) March 21, 2009
447-6722 (www.LogCabinDays.com) or the Spring Thunder on the Mountain
Pikeville Bledsoe Chamber of Commerce at Cruise In & Swap Meet
(423) 447-2791. www.VanBurenChamber.com
March 21 & 22, 2009 June 13, 2009

Waterfalls Weekend Summer Thunder on the Mountain
423.881.5708 • www.FallCreekFalls.org & 1st Annual Mountain Duck Race
931.946.7033
April 4 & 5, 2009 www.VanBurenChamber.com
28th Annual Spring Wildflower Pilgrimage
423.881.5708 • www.FallCreekFalls.org June 13, 2009
Valley Grass/Big Valley Grass
April 11, 2009 www.SunsetJammers.com
Higher Ground/Hickory Wind & Westley
www.SunsetJammers.com June 26 & 27, 2009
Astronomy Weekend
April 11 & 12, 2009 423.881.5708 • www.FallCreekFalls.org
Easter Weekend
423.881.5708 • www.FallCreekFalls.org June 27, 2009
The Bledsoe Heritage Festival is held the Edmonds Bluegrass Festival
first weekend of October each year. Come April 24 & 25, 2009 423.447.2791 • www.pikeville-bledsoe.com
join in the parades. Listen to the music. Star Party 2009
Enjoy all the food, crafts, art, fashion show, 423.881.5708 • www.FallCreekFalls.org June 27, 2009
hayrides, and more. Old time period attire Lions Club Horse Show
is optional, but adds to the experience. April 25, 2009 423.949.7608 • www.Sequatchie.com
Children’s activities abound on Friday. Fall Creek Falls Craft Festival
Sunday will feature a church program and 423.447.2791 • www.pikeville-bledsoe.com July 3-4, 2009
gospel music. For more information, contact Smithville Fiddlers’ Jamboree
the Pikeville-Bledsoe Chamber of Commerce May 2 & 3, 2009 & Craft Festival • 615.597.8500
at (423) 447-2791 or visit their website at Lady Slipper Weekend www.smithvillefiddlersjamboree.net
www.pikeville-bledsoe.com. 423.881.5708 • www.FallCreekFalls.org
_________________________________ July 4, 2009
May 9, 2009 Independence Day Celebration
Please contact the entity overseeing the Nine Mile Bluegrass Festival 931.836.3552 • www.sparta-chamber.net
event for details and to verify as sometimes 423.447.2791 • www.pikeville-bledsoe.com
information changes after publication release. July 4, 2009
May 9, 2009 4th of July Parade
January 31, 2009 Back-Trak-ers/Rigney Family Bluegrass 423.949.7608 • www.Sequatchie.com
Silver Jews with Arnett Hollow www.SunsetJammers.com
Cumberland Caverns
www.BluegrassUnderground.com

Events at Fall Creek Falls
July 4, 2009 December 12, 2009
Fourth of July Celebration Rotary Christmas Parade &
423.881.5708 • www.FallCreekFalls.org Doyle Christmas Parade
931.836.3552 • www.sparta-chamber.net
July 11, 2009
20th Annual Mountain Homecoming December 13, 2009
Call Lesa Guy at 423.881.3297 (ext. 33) Annual Mountain Homecoming
www.VanBurenChamber.com Christmas Parade
Call Lesa Guy at 423.881.3297 (ext. 33)
July 11, 2009 www.VanBurenChamber.com
Brown Grass • www.SunsetJammers.com
July 24 & 25, 2009

Astronomy Weekend The Friends of Fall Creek Falls State Park,
423.881.5708 • www.FallCreekFalls.org Inc. is a non-profit organization whose
purpose is to foster conservation efforts in
August 2009 support of the park, and to assist in efforts to
Sequatchie County Fair better preserve and protect the existing land
423.949.7608 • www.Sequatchie.com resources, including but not limited to, the
October 17 & 18, 2009 many natural, cultural and scenic features.
August 6-9, 2009 Fall Colors Weekend They also provide assistance in the quality
Highway 127 Corridor Outdoor Sale 423.881.5708 • www.FallCreekFalls.org recreational and interpretive experiences
423.949.7608 • www.Sequatchie.com found at the park. Your membership and
423.447.2791 • www.pikeville-bledsoe.com October 17, 2009 donations go toward conservation and
Days of Yesteryear education projects in these fragile lands. The
August 8, 2009 423.949.7608 • www.Sequatchie.com conservation projects are an investment in the
Bluegrass Tradition/ future. Volunteer hours are always needed
Lantana Drifters & Westley October 24, 2009 and appreciated. If you would like to become
www.SunsetJammers.com Wild Foods Day a member, please fill out and send back the
423.881.5708 • www.FallCreekFalls.org information below to:
August 16, 2009 Friends of Fall Creek Falls, Inc.
Triathlon November 6-7. 2009 Betty Dunn Nature Center
865.250.3618 • www.racedayevents.net Art Prowl Studio Tour • www.artprowl.com 10821 Park Rd., Pikeville, TN 37367-9316
& Mistletoe Market www.FallCreekFalls.org
August 21 & 22, 2009 931.526.2211 • 800.264.5541 friendsofcf@bledsoe.net
Astronomy Weekend www.mustseecookeville.com
423.881.5708 • www.FallCreekFalls.org
November 14, 2009
September 11-12, 2009 Runaway Freight Date: ________________________________
Fall FunFest www.SunsetJammers.com
931.525.1109 • www.FallFunFest.com Name(s): _____________________________
November 14 & 15, 2009
September 11, 12, & 13, 2009 Backpacking Trip _____________________________________
31st Annual Mountaineer Folk Festival 423.881.5708 • www.FallCreekFalls.org
(see page 5) Address: _____________________________
423.881.5708 • www.FallCreekFalls.org November 27, 2009
Bledsoe County Christmas Parade _____________________________________
September 19, 2009 423.447.2791 • www.pikeville-bledsoe.com
Upper Cumberland Regional Air Show _____________________________________
931.836.3552 • www.sparta-chamber.net November 30, 2009
43rd Annual Cookeville Christmas Parade City: ________________________________
September 26, 2009 931.526.2211 • 800.264.5541
6th Annual Cumberland Homesteads Apple www.mustseecookeville.com State: _________ ZIP: ___________________
Festival 75th Annual Celebration
931.484.7320 • 931.510.8722 December 4, 5 & 6, 2009 E-mail: _______________________________
www.cumberlandhomesteads.org Christmas on the Mountain (see page 30)
423.881.5708 • www.FallCreekFalls.org Enclosed you will find my membership dues
October 2-4, 2009 for the “Friends of Fall Creek Falls”.
Bledsoe County Heritage Festival December 12 & 13, 2009 Memberships Year: 2009
423.447.2791 • www.pikeville-bledsoe.com 3rd Annual Tour of Homesteads Homes
931.484.7320 • 931.510.8722 Renewal:  New: 
October 3-4, 2009 www.cumberlandhomesteads.org  Student: $8.00
Van Buren County Heritage Days  Individual: $15.00
931.946.7033 • www.VanBurenChamber.com December 12, 2009  Family: $25.00
Christmas Parade – Dunlap  Business/Professional: $50 +
423.949.7608 • www.Sequatchie.com  Corporate/Sponsorship: $100 +
 Additional Donations: $_____________

Cumberland Plateau Winery & Tours
Chestnut Hill Winery opened in the fall of 2007 and has been renovations, they have extended the wine selection and added a
offering visitors a fun day outing with tastes of great gift store. Chestnut Hill Winery is a destination for wine
Tennessee wines and cheeses with great tastings, window tours, and gift shopping with an amazing
hospitality. restaurant next door.
Harold, Nancy, Darrin and Trudi The Chestnut Hill Winery Gift Store is a very unique gift shop
Stryker are the current owners of the where everything is wine related with many items specially
winery, conveniently located at the produced for the winery under the “Chestnut Hill Winery” label.
East Bound Entrance, Exit #322, off There is also a great selection of items “Made in Tennessee”
of I-40. They have had a lot of fun such as their signature cheeses, hand crafted items, and works
with this new venture, and thank by Tennessee authors. Their Tennessee cheeses are produced
everyone for making their dream at Tennessee dairy farms and are proudly served at their
become a reality and an overwhelming wine tastings. There is a special coffee roasted in Maryville,
success. Tennessee, Grandpa Yoder’s Amish-made jams and jellies,
Tennessee River BBQ Sauce, and locally produced honey.
The Stryker’s moved to Cumberland Chestnut Hill Winery’s wine is produced on site and their
County in 1977. Since that time, they have “WINE MAKER” Marty Hoover brought his expertise of 12
operated a 525 acre farm, opened the Farm Pantry years to Chestnut Hill Winery. Marty is confident to expand the
Restaurant serving beef raised on their farm, and have opened wine selection over the next few years to come, and loves to talk
their real estate office United Country Town & Country Realty to anyone about wine. Visit Chestnut Hill Winery and meet their
in Crossville, TN, home of Fairfield Glade. They acquired friendly staff and enjoy a taste of the Cumberland Plateau! Wine
“Chestnut Hill Winery” in May of 2007. After “combing its hair tasting is free and window tours are available at any time. Bus
and brushing its teeth” (as Harold describes it) with extensive and RV Parking is also available! www.ChestnutHillWinery.com

The Brass Lantern is one of the newest Now, I love fine dining and creative hollandaise sauce covered the white
fine dining experiences in the Fall Creek dishes. Recently, I had the opportunity asparagus and gave it a sweet, tender taste
region. They are conveniently located off to enjoy a wonderful date night with that I haven’t experienced since my days
of I-40 and Peavine Road in Crossville, my husband, Terry. We started out in Belgium and The Netherlands during
next door to the popular Chestnut with two awesome appetizers. The “witte spargel” week. Terry wanted
Hill Winery and less than an hour via first was a bruschetta bursting with the more of the hollandaise sauce. He chose
picturesque Hwy. 127 north from the flavors of garlic, fresh basil, and an to order a seafood dish. He ordered the
Fall Creek Falls area. The Brass Lantern unbelievably aromatic Italian virgin stuffed shrimp with crab meat lightly
is a perfect place for a romantic dining olive oil complimented by a nice battered in a tempura sauce. It too was
experience with your loved one, special Beringer Cabernet Sauvignon. Terry delicious. The shrimp were huge and
occasion with the family, girl’s night out, enjoyed every morsel of the second the flavors were excellent. He enjoyed
or a business meeting. Manager Dennis appetizer - huge stuffed mushrooms. every morsel. Unfortunately, there was
Wilson, house manager Nettie, and their They were filled with crab meat bathed no room for dessert; but we took a few
team create an unbelievable experience in a creamy, delicious hollandaise sauce slices home to enjoy with our afternoon
through their professionalism, gourmet that had him craving more. The Brass tea the next day. How can you pass up
food, exquisite setting, and delightful Lantern’s veal dishes are superb and homemade caramel cheesecake and carrot
ambience. the recommendation from Dennis and cake? Nettie is famous for her excellent
Nettie to order the Veal Milanese was pastry and desserts, baking several
Tablecloths and soft candlelight create excellent. The dish consisted of finely varieties daily.
an intimate and cozy setting. The wait sliced veal covered with a Mediterranean
staff adorned in white starched shirts sauce exploding with the flavors of The Brass Lantern is open for dinner
and black ties wait on you discreetly tomatoes, garlic, black olives and other only, and reservations are recommended.
with the utmost professionalism and ingredients, served with garlic mashed They have daily specials dependent
courteous hospitality. The combined potatoes and a side of white asparagus. It upon the fresh fish of the day or seasonal
talents of Dennis and his fine staff offer was wonderful. Oh my, for me to have produce. They can be reached by phone
an extensive menu of veal, fresh seafood fresh white asparagus in the Fall Creek at 931-484-7657 or visit online at
(flown in regularly), beef, and succulent Falls region (special ordered from Peru www.thebrasslanterntn.com.
lamb. each week) was unreal. The special

Golfing in the Fall Creek Falls Region
Golfing in the Fall Creek Falls region is spectacular and you are out golfing! Become a member of Hidden Falls at Mt.
very affordable at the 18-hole premier Airy and play unlimited golf.
championship course at Hidden Falls at
Mt. Airy in Dunlap, Tennessee. This course Take a scenic drive from Chattanooga, Crossville, or the Fall
features 6,850 yards of golf from the foot Creek Falls region and in less than an hour you can play some
of the mountain to the edge of Hwy. 127 awesome golf and enjoy the stunning views. After you work
in Dunlap — the heart of the Sequatchie up an appetite, go over to the Blue Orchid Bistro in downtown
Valley. Dunlap and ask for the golfer’s special. The Blue Orchid Bistro
is a charming and excellent restaurant offering lunch and dinner
The course was designed by Dennis Mills prepared by acclaimed chef Christie Anderson. Playing golf
and has recently been purchased by Richard at Hidden Falls at Mt. Airy and discovering the Dunlap/Fall
Smith — a budding entrepreneur and real Creek Falls region will captivate you to learn more about the
estate broker from Dunlap. This is a public area. If you are interested in purchasing a lot next to the Hidden
course that has recently reopened under Falls at Mt. Airy golf course, let Richard of Richard W. Smith
Richard’s leadership and investment. It is one of the best & Associates Real Estate & Auction, LLC show you some of
scenic courses in the Fall Creek Falls region. On hole 15, you his spectacular golf lots. These lots have stunning views with
will discover a 12-13’ waterfall that disappears into a cave at some restrictions and range in size from 1/2 acre to 1 acre —
Walden’s Ridge. This is an amazing asset and many play the some with fairway views, others with interior views. This golf
course just to see the beauty of the waterfall. The splendor of community currently has around 40 luxury homes with room
the many waterfalls is one of the things which the Fall Creek for an additional 200. Richard and his team would love to
Falls region is known for. The area is rich in incredible scenery. show you around. They also offer residential homes, land, and
commercial properties in the Dunlap and Sequatchie Valley area.
Hidden Falls at Mt. Airy offers special weekday winter rates The Sequatchie Valley communities are depicted by natural
of $20.00 with cart to normal season rates of $35.00 with cart beauty, four seasons, and convenience to metropolitan areas,
— a real bargain for a day of golfing. The panoramic views with Chattanooga to the south approximately 40 miles, and
of the mountain range, coupled with the rolling hills, and within a few hours of Nashville and Knoxville, Tennessee and
championship course will have you coming back again and three hours from Atlanta, Georgia. To reserve your tee times
again! Hidden Falls at Mt. Airy offers many amenities including at Hidden Falls at Mt. Airy, call 423-949-CLUB (2582) and to
a club house, snack shop, athletic center with an indoor and learn more about the golf community at Hidden Falls, contact
outdoor pool, tennis courts, fitness center and common lounging Richard W. Smith & Associates at 423-949-9915 or visit,
areas that are pleasant after a day of golf or for the family while www.richardwsmithandassociates.com.

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931-692-3221 931-779-2267 423-949-2173 423-942-1990 931-924-4242 931-779-3288 931-473-5561
Pikeville Signal Mtn Soddy-Daisy South Pittsburg Tracy City Depot Tracy City McMinnville Plaza
3468 N. Main St 1306 Taft Hwy 8575 Dayton Pike 402 N. Cedar Ave 481 Railroad St 27 Colyar St 1100 Smithville Hwy,
423-447-2107 423-886-2868 423-332-7110 423-837-8645 931-592-2741 931-592-9221 Ste. 700
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Newcomer Information
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY - ALWAYS USE 911
Regional/State Numbers

Tennessee Dept. of Tourism
www.TNVacation.com
Toll Free 800.462.8366
Telephone 615.741.2159
Upper Cumberland Tourism Association
www.UpperCumberland.org Dr. Karen R. Shepherd 423.949.2324
Toll Free 800.868.7237 Covenant Medcare -
Fall Creek Falls State Park Drs. Jonathan & Stephen Kerley 423.949.9200
www.FallCreekFalls.org 423.881.5298 Newspaper-Dunlap Tribune 423.949.2505
Fall Creek Falls Information Center Radio-WSDQ 423.949.5806
www.Go2FCF.com US Post Office 423.949.9429
Toll Free 888.462.2730 Mountain Top Veterinary Services, LLC 423.315.1988
Telephone 931.864.7990 after hours 423.949.6846
Valley Animal Clinic-Dr. Terry Noble 423.949.2253
Cookeville, Putnam County County Executive 423.949.3479
County Court Clerk 423.949.2522
www.MustSeeCookeville.com Town/City Hall 423.949.2115
Chamber of Commerce/Convention & Visitors Bureau Natural Gas 423.949.4119
Toll Free 800.264.5541 Water & Sewer 423.949.3801
Sheriff 931.528.8484 Sequatchie Valley Electric Cooperative 423.949.2198
Ambulance Service 931.528.1555 Bledsoe Telephone Cooperative 423.949.2121
Health Department 931.528.2531
Algood Fire Department 931.528.1200 PIKEVILLE, BLEDSOE COUNTY
Algood Police Department 931.528.8484
Baxter Volunteer Fire Chief 931.528.1200 www.Pikeville-Bledsoe.com
Baxter Chief of Police 931.858.4111 Pikeville-Bledsoe
Cookeville Police Department 931.526.2125 County Chamber of Commerce 423.447.2791
Cookeville Fire Department 931.526.2121 Police Department 423.447.2585
Monterey Police Chief 931.528.8484 Ambulance Service 423.447.3554
Caney Fork Electric 888.505.3030 Fire Department 423.447.6222
Middle Tennessee Natural Gas 931.836.2825 Health Department 423.447.2149
County Executive 931.526.2161 City Hall, Mayor 423.447.2919
County Court Clerk 931.526.7106 County Mayor 423.447.6855
Upper Cumberland Electric 931.528.5449 County Court Clerk 423.447.2137
Upper Cumberland Electric (after hours) 931.372.2323 WUAT 423.447.2906
Erlanger Bledsoe Hospital 423.447.2112
Dunlap, Sequatchie County Pikeville Clinic 423.447.2955
Maxwell Animal Clinic 423.447.2944
www.Sequatchie.com and www.CityofDunlap.com Bledsonian Banner 423.447.2996
Chamber of Commerce 423.949.7608 Post Office 800.275.8777
Sheriff 423.949.7750 Sequatchie Valley Electric Cooperative 423.447.2131
Sequatchie County EMS 423.949.3666 Middle Tennessee Natural Gas
Fire Dept./Mayor’s Office 423.949.3569 (most of Bledsoe Co.) 423.775.2422
Health Department 423.949.3619 Middle Tennessee Natural Gas
North Valley Medical Center 423.949.5100 (rural NW Bledsoe Co.) 931.484.2067
Dr. Mary E. Baldwin 423.949.2224 Bledsoe Telephone Cooperative 423.447.2121
Dr. Debora Daniel 423.949.6300 Pikeville Water, Sewer & Gas 423.447.2919
Dr. George N. Graves 423.949.2171

Newcomer Information
SPARTA, WHITE COUNTY
www.Sparta-Chamber.net
Sparta-White County
Chamber of Commerce 931.836.3552
Police Department 931.836.3734
White County Emergency Medical
(Ambulance) 931.738.7111
Fire Department 931.738.7380
Health Department 931.836.2201
White Co. Community Hospital 931.738.9211
White Co. Women’s Health Care 931.738.9140
WSMT 931.836.1055
Sparta Expositor 931.836.3284
White Co. Veterinary Hospital 931.836.3707
Animal Medical Clinic 931.836.8187
Upper Cumberland Regional Airport 931.738.2122
White County Executive 931.836.3203
County Court Clerk 931.836.3712
City of Sparta 931.836.3248
Public Works 931.738.2281
Telephone 931.738.2201
Caney Fork Electric 931.836.3129
Middle Tennessee Natural Gas 931.836.2825
SPENCER, VAN BUREN COUNTY Retiring to the Fall Creek Falls area is a fantastic opportunity to live
among thousands of acres of plush, green forest, hiking and biking
www.VanBurenChamber.com trails, fishing, hunting, tennis, signature golf, and other amazing
Chamber of Commerce 931.946.7033 scenery. The Fall Creek Falls region offers a little bit of everything for
Sheriff 931.946.2118 those looking for that perfect retirement destination, second home or
Ambulance 931.946.8181 investment opportunity. One of the last virgin, unspoiled areas in the
southeast and in the great Volunteer State of Tennessee, this region is
Van Buren Co. Rescue Squad 931.946.2791
affordable with an extremely low cost of living compared to most of the
Piney Fire Department 931.946.7099 nation; no income tax, low property taxes, and it is generally considered
Health Department 931.946.2438 to be a peaceful and safe environment. In close proximity of four
Cumberland Family Care 931.946.2113 major international airports including Chattanooga (about 1 hour away),
Post Office 800.275.8777 Nashville and Knoxville (about 2 hours), and Atlanta (about 3 hours
Spencer City Water Department 931.946.2351 away), this is a perfect place to enjoy your golden retirement years, as
Van Buren Co. Tax Assessor 931.946.2451 well as to enjoy nature and the great outdoors without the hustle, bustle,
and smog of some of the other popular destinations in the southeast.
Register of Deeds 931.946.7363
County Mayor 931.946.2314 There are over 64 developers, builders, and professional real estate
County Court Clerk 931.946.2121 brokers/agents ready to serve you and show you that perfect place!
City Hall 931.946.2351 With gas back down to less than $1.50 per gallon in these parts (at the
Telephone 931.946.2029 time of writing this), there is no excuse not to pack up the car and/or
Caney Fork Electric 931.946.7575 your RV. Take a long weekend or come for an extended period to learn
Bledsoe Telephone Cooperative 423.447.2121 more about our region, and stay at one of the lovely cabins dotting the
region (see the list of area accommodations on page 8). Rita and Doug
Newspaper - Mountain View 931.946.3678
Pruitt’s Fall Creek Falls Bed & Breakfast is open year round and ready
Radio - Faith Trinity Broadcasting 931.946.7777 to serve you, as well as most of the others to be found in the listing.
The expansive campground at the Fall Creek Falls State Park would
also be a great location to bring your camper or RV. Come experience
this region and take a look around. The scenery is fantastic, the people
are friendly, and the value is right-especially for today’s economic
times.

Real Estate & Support Services
Building? Remodeling?
Custom Fireplaces and More is your complete fireplace and
stove gallery in the Fall Creek Falls region. Owners, Fran
and Bob Marengo, have over 50 years of hearth industry
Come see us for your new fireplace! experience and advice to help each home owner sift through
the advantages and disadvantages of each type of fireplace
Area’s Largest Selection of Fireplaces, Stoves & for their dream home. Making a decision on what type of
Inserts For Gas, Wood, Pellets, Corn Or Electric fireplace to put in can be a daunting task; however, Bob and
Come see our 3,600 square foot Fran can explain everything in simple terms, as experts in
showroom featuring over 50 the field, and make your decision of a wood or gas burning
We Are Your fireplace a knowledgeable one. Fran and Bob pride themselves
beautiful working displays.
Complete Fireplace on honest, trustworthy, expert advice and have been working
• Hi-Efficiency & Beauty • Gas Logs • Mantels Design Center with builders in the Upper Cumberland region for many
• Marble Surrounds • Glass Fireplace Doors
• Hearth Accessories • Huge In-Stock Selection • Free Fireplace years. They have a convenient 3600 square foot showroom
Design Service
• Major Brands • Lightweight Cast Stone conveniently located in Cookeville that boasts many beautiful
• Stainless Steel Flue Liners • 90 Days Same As Cash • Free estimates working displays, and a dazzling array of the finest gas and
• Factory Certified Installers • Layaways Available • Free Pre-Construction
wood burning fireplace products. Custom Fireplaces even offers
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It’s just a quick ride to Cookeville - worth the drive! and custom fireplaces with fish, horse and other motifs. Let
their caring, knowledgeable, certified installers and factory
direct pricing, take care of your fireplace and heating needs with
sound advice from “Ma & Pa” and their excellent reputation.
1611 East Spring St. (Hwy 70N) Cookeville, TN • On 70N, between I-40, exit 290 & Hwy 111, exit 70N Custom Fireplaces & More is located at 1611 E. Spring Street in
Warming Your Hearth Since 1981 • 931-526-8181 • 800-264-8181 Cookeville, TN — (931) 526-8181 or by visiting their website,
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Real Estate & Support Services
COZY CABIN CONSTRUCTION RICHARD W. SMITH &
931.657.3015 ASSOCIATES REAL ESTATE &
www.fallcreekfallsproperty.com AUCTION, LLC
423.949.9915
CUSTOM FIREPLACES & MORE www.richardwsmithandassociates.com
800.264.8181 • 931.526.8181
www.customfireplaceandmore.com RONALD H. SWAFFORD REALTY
& AUCTION COMPANY
FALL CREEK FALLS REAL ESTATE 800.211.0987 • 423.447.6821
& DEVELOPMENT CO., LLC www.swaffordrealty.com
423.881.5566 www.gardnerplace.com
BARNA LOG HOMES www.fallcreekfallsrealestate.com
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Christmas on the Mountain
CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL celebration of the real reason behind the Christmas season -
Christmas on the Mountain at the celebrating the birth of baby Jesus and spending time together
Fall Creek Falls State Park with family and friends. There were plenty of hikers enjoying
is a perfect way to get into the brisk air and beauty of the ridges and trails, too. There is
the Christmas spirit and get nothing better than coming back from a cold, brisk hike and
away from the hustle and sitting in front of the toasty fire with a cup of hot chocolate
bustle of the city. This is a or a hot toddy. Come on top of the Cumberland Plateau and
wonderful annual Christmas experience Christmas the old fashioned way.
celebration at the Fall Creek Falls
Lodge with gathering rooms offering lots of Christmas craft,
food vendors, Christmas and gospel music, and even a sighting
of Santa Claus. We enjoyed the wide variety of vendors,
including the Bickfords who I have written about in Annie’s
Favorites in this guide. They offer great stocking stuffers like
old fashioned lye soap, Christmas ornaments, gingerbread
cookies, and of course, don’t forget to take home a few loaves
of sourdough bread to compliment the soups that keep us warm
during the chilly winter months.
There were tables of Christmas craft activities for the kids;

encouraging children to express their creativity and make
some cool ornaments and Christmas crafts. I bought my first
Christmas present there for Grandma Burckhard in North
Dakota at Christine Barrett’s booth. She is a gifted artist who
makes one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces with precious stones and
beads. Grant and Blake loved Randall Mealer’s booth with
knives and old Indian artifacts, as well as Chris Johnson’s booth
with drums, aprons, and lots of leather goods.
This is an excellent display of some of the talent in the Fall

Creek Falls area atop of the Cumberland Plateau complete with
yuletide spirit and joy being shared. Hot chocolate and cider
were served in the lobby by the Friends of Fall Creek Falls
group. To add to the ambience, sounds of the season filled the
room. We were all singing Christmas music on the way home.
There are many cabins to choose from around the area (see page
8) with off-season rates and of course lodging at the Fall Creek
Falls Lodge. What a great way to have a weekend getaway
in Tennessee and enjoy the magic of Christmas, sharing the

Nationally Acclaimed Theater
Cumberland County Playhouse WHITE CHRISTMAS.
Cumberland County Playhouse is a professional theater In 2009, the Playhouse presents the Broadway & Hollywood
serving one of the state’s largest nonprofit Smash Hit HAIRSPRAY, the holiday favorite IT’S
entertainment audiences. Established in A WONDERFUL LIFE, plus the modern
1965 by Broadway and Hollywood actor, classic ON GOLDEN POND. A wild and
writer, and producer Paul Crabtree, hysterical comedy, THE FOREIGNER,
his wife, Mary and the people of returns as the Playhouse’s most
Cumberland County and Crossville, requested revival, and the Civil War
TN, the Playhouse offers popular comes to life in SHENANDOAH, the
musicals, plays and works rooted in warm, funny and dramatic musical
Appalachian heritage. based on the James Stewart film. And
for the 16th year, SMOKE ON THE
Three to five different shows play in MOUNTAIN combines the great characters
a “repertory” schedule most weeks of the of the Sanders Family with traditional Appalachian
year. Centrally located between Knoxville, Nashville, and music, heritage and joyful humor.
Chattanooga, the Playhouse is a short drive from Dale Hollow
Lake, Historic Rugby, Cordell Hull Birthplace, Big South Fork, Visit The Playhouse online at www.ccplayhouse.com or call the
Pickett State Park, the famous Jack Daniels Distillery, and Fall Box Office at 931-484-5000, to book tickets, lodging and get
Creek Falls State Park. more details.
Over the years, people from all over America have discovered
the Playhouse’s big city excellence at small town prices. In
recent years, the company has been among the first independent
theaters authorized to produce Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE
BEAST, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s CATS, and Irving Berlin’s
Cumberland County Playhouse 2009

On Golden Pond www.ccplayhouse.com Return to the Forbidden
January 24 - April 26
SponSor: Dr. Stanley BiSe, M.D.
Planet
July 30 - October 31
Seussical Showtime at First
February 13 - April 5
eDucation SponSor: HugHeS real eState ServiceS, inc.
Baptist
August 13 - October 21
Shenandoah Camelot
March 19 - June 14
SponSor: M. Stewart galloway, M.D./
September 10 - November 8
SponSor: DiScovery Depot, Mariner’S pointe
cuMBerlanD eye care
reSort & tenneSSee Heart
Smoke on the Mountain To be announced
April 16 - October 3 October 16 - December 6
SponSor: cracker Barrel olD country Store, inc. SponSor: croSSville, inc.
The Foreigner A Sanders Family

May 22 - October 4 Christmas
SponSor: coMfort SuiteS, HoliDay inn expreSS & October 29 - December 20
HaMpton inn
Our big, FAT, summer production It’s a Wonderful Life
Hairspray
(the secret’s out 1/20/2009) November 19 - December 19
June 25 - August 30 SponSor: looney & cHaDwell title ServiceS/
kennetH & carol ann cHaDwell
The Foreigner 2003
931-484-5000
Discove

Property Developer Spotlight
Kay Tuttle and David Dean...not only is the Fall Creek Ronald H. Swafford Realty & Auction Co....located
Falls State Park region blessed with abundant beauty, but in historic Pikeville, Tennessee, adjacent to the Fall
it is also enriched by wonderful people like Kay Tuttle and Creek Falls State Park has over 30 years experience as a
David Dean. These entrepreneurs had a vision for the Fall developer in the region. Ronnie is a stellar man, honest,
Creek Falls region and invested in the area many years ago trustworthy, and very knowledgeable about the area. The
after spending many enjoyable and memorable camping Swafford family has generations of business and leadership
trips in the Fall Creek Falls State Park. They would come experience; that’s why you can see the Swafford name
up from Florida to get away from the heat, hustle, and dotted across the region. Ronnie and his team have a
bustle. beautiful office in one of the historic buildings on Main St.
in Pikeville. They offer professional services on investment
These wonderful camping trips led to Kay and David property, homes, and commercial property in Pikeville
buying 182 acres in 1997. They felt that they could and the spectacular Sequatchie Valley. Swafford Realty
develop it into a gated rustic mountain village to be also offers their own developments as owner/agent such
located on the north side of the park. Today, Grandview as Gardner Place, Horseshoe Mountain Ranch, and High
Village and Golf Resort is one of the jewels of the Fall Cliffs.
Creek Falls region with a mature gated community,
lovely Barna log homes, a scenic 18 hole golf course with Gardner Place is truly “paradise on the Cumberland
practice tees and a Golf Academy. Grandview Village Plateau” offering wooded acreage with creeks and streams,
also includes many amenities including the charming and minimal restrictions. Utilities are available. It is
Opry Barn which is adorned with country and bluegrass located around fifteen minutes from the Fall Creek Falls
memorabilia. It offers bluegrass and country music on the State Park with parcels available in 5 acre and larger size
weekends with seating, a gazebo, fire pit, and other spaces tracts. It is an amazing place — great for a retirement
for socializing with neighbors and visitors. Grandview home or a second home that could be used for your dream
Village also offers a clubhouse with a swimming pool, vacation home that could be placed on Swafford Realty’s
exercise room, and a lodge for gatherings. The vision and rental program to defray your mortgage costs.
wonderful development that Kay and David had over 12
years ago is now proudly owned by the Grandview Village Horseshoe Mountain Ranch is an original 1113 acre farm
Homeowner’s Association. Kay and David still live there, that is currently in complete liquidation and priced to sell
but are now working on a brand new project, Spencer with 945 acres now available and going quickly! There
Mountain Village in Spencer, TN. are mini farms with superb mountain views, springs, and
mature forest which can be divided into 5 to 340 acre tracts.
Spencer Mountain Village will offer luxury rustic village If you are looking for peace and serenity in the mountains
condominiums with amazing bluff views and amenities. of Tennessee with some acreage to surround you, look no
Spencer Mountain Village has been approved to include further and give Ronnie Swafford a call today! This is
not only the beautiful condominiums, but will also offer a some of the best investment property per acre in the Fall
hotel and restaurant. All of the plans and renderings have Creek Falls area and it is going fast!
been completed. Kay and David have three other investors
in this project which will be rolled out in six phases over High Cliffs offers the scenic bluff views of the magnificent
a five year period. They would like to welcome any Sequatchie Valley. This is undoubtedly one of the most
additional investors that would like to complete this project amazing views in the southeast offering 350 acres of
with a nice return on their investment in a region that is wooded tracts with rock cliffs and streams, and overlooks
blossoming. Renderings, blueprints, and a video about of the valley in 5 to 250 acre tracts with utilities. Ronnie
Spencer Mountain Village can be seen at the north entrance at Swafford Realty prides himself in offering professional
of the Fall Creek Falls State Park at their Barna Log Home local service with knowledge of the area, buying good
office, which includes a Barna Log Home model, and investment acreage including farms and large tracts of land
houses their Fall Creek Falls Real Estate Development that can be developed into some of the most fantastic areas
offices. of the Fall Creek Falls region. His team can also guide
you through the paperwork with in-house services such as
Kay and David are truly remarkable people, full of life appraisals, auctions, and familiarizing you with the area and
and a passion for the Fall Creek Falls region that they call its infrastructure, builders, etc. Swafford Realty & Auction
home. They would love to share with you the amazing offers financing and have several options locally. Come
qualities of life and their zest for living here. Contact Kay to beautiful Pikeville and visit Ronald H. Swafford Realty
and David by calling Toll-free, 1-866-344-0237 or visit & Auction Co. and make yourself at home with a cup of
their website, www.grandviewvillage.com. coffee and view some of the spectacular developments,
homes and land that are available. In the meantime, visit
Paradise on the Plateau with Gardner Place,
www.gardnerplace.com or call Toll-free, 1-800-211-0987.

Blue Orchid Bistro is a beautiful, European/French flavors burst with every bite. Chef Christie recommended the
contemporary styled bistro that opened in the fall of 2008 in house pecan vinaigrette, which was quite flavorful. The toasted
Dunlap, Tennessee just minutes from the Fall Creek Falls State pecans really enhanced the beautifully plated mixed green salad.
Park and Chattanooga. Linda and Randy Slomian and their
daughter and chef extraordinaire, Christie Anderson, landed in The Blue Orchid Bistro is a perfect place for a small wedding
the Sequatchie Valley from Miami four years ago. Like many party, class reunion, business meeting, or private event. They
Floridians, they loved Maggie Valley in North Carolina. They offer some fantastic dinner entrees including a peppercorn
spent many family vacations there to escape the heat of Miami, encrusted steak, apricot bourbon chicken, some amazing pasta
enjoy the peace of the mountains and the serenity of the simple with homemade sauces, fresh seafood, and amazing sides. A
life. couple of my favorites are the citrus coleslaw and zucchini
fries, which are julienne sliced zucchini that has been lightly
With Christie finishing culinary school and proving to be quite breaded and fried, accompanied by a tangy dipping sauce. It is
successful at her culinary skills; she interned at many well a perfect place to go for lunch before or after enjoying the scenic
known restaurants including the Ritz Carlton in South Beach. Sequatchie Valley or a day hike in the Fall Creek Falls State
At that point, they thought it might be time to find another Park. Visit the gallery and shops in Sparta and Pikeville and
home. They stumbled upon Dunlap in the beautiful Sequatchie then head over to Dunlap for a memorable lunch or dinner at the
Valley and bought the old pharmacy building in town and a Blue Orchid Bistro. They are located about 4 miles down the
home with lots of farmland and amazing views. road from the Tennessee Tree Toppers, USA’s #1 hang gliding
non-profit organization, who have several launch areas including
Since opening the Blue Orchid Bistro, they have received the world-famous wooden radial ramps at Henson’s Gap and
exceptional reviews! My family and I love a good meal, Whitwell. The Blue Orchid Bistro is open for lunch Monday
especially with gourmet flair, made from scratch, and affordable. through Friday from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM CST and dinner is
We loved the Blue Orchid Bistro’s ambience and atmosphere. served on Thursday through Saturday from 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
The food was delectable! They have an incredibly creative CST. Reservations are recommended at 423-949-9567 and you
menu. The lunch special includes soup of the day or a fantastic can visit their website at www.theblueorchidbistro.com -
French onion soup with a choice of a half sandwich, Caesar Bon Appetit!
Salad or mixed greens salad. The portions are abundant and the

Annie’s Travel Treasures
The Bickford Country Kitchen became for sale in 1986
is truly a unique business. Several years ago, Randall & Carolyn and she bought it to
Bickford built a log cabin kitchen on a flatbed farm trailer store her items. When
that they can easily hook up to their vehicle and drive the building was full,
to the various folk festivals and other events around she quit her job. She has
the area. I met them several years ago at the Cordell been in downtown Sparta
Hull Folk Festival in Byrdstown, TN. I’ve had the for ten years now. Ms.
pleasure of meeting them at many events through the Jongee has a flair for
years. They are quite an inspiration and I enjoy the design and fashion, along
opportunity to once again experience the pleasure with a knack for having
of their piping hot coffee, wonderful homemade the perfect trendy items
sausage biscuits, and their sourdough bread. and timeless classics in
her showroom for her
Making biscuits and serving coffee doesn’t seem discerning clients from
hard; however, if you take a peek inside their little all over the country. She has incorporated home furnishings, furniture,
cabin, you will notice both Mr. and Mrs. Bickford antiques, artwork, oil paintings, and a ladies boutique upstairs with chic
working in a small space — less than 5 feet wide, fashion items such as shoes, purses, and a fantastic line of jewelry and
where they hand cut each biscuit and bake them in the accessories. Ms. Jongee takes pride in being able to furnish your new
wood burning cook stove that had been used by Carolyn’s home or cabin, make recommendations of fabrics, styles, etc., or assist
two great aunts. The other challenge is that Mr. Bickford has you with that perfect outfit for your special event, or a new outfit for
had some health problems over the years that have forced him to use a weekend trip. Jongee’s has become the “one-stop-shop” in the Fall
a wheelchair; but regardless of these setbacks, he keeps a smile on his Creek Falls region with big city items, as well as small town service
face. His wife, Carolyn, stays strong for the family and makes sure and prices. Ms. Jongee travels to the main fashion markets in Atlanta
that he has an active part in the family business — despite his different and New York City several times a year and loves bringing the big city
abilities. style to the Fall Creek Falls region. Jongee’s is open Monday through
Friday from 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM and on Saturday from 10:00 – 4:00
The early morning smell of the biscuits baking, the sausage frying, PM and can be found on 18 East Bockman Way. (Tel: 931-836-2822)
and the smokehouse style country ham is enough to send you running
to their log cabin, nicknamed “Bear” in 1991. Randall and Carolyn After all that shopping, you will be hungry and I have just the place to
love working folk festivals and set up weekly at the McMinnville send you. When is the last time that you had an all beef hot dog loaded
Farmer’s Market, where Carolyn has been part of the Farmer’s Market with all fresh ingredients?
Association since 2003. They are located in space #24 and have a Pluto’s Hotdogs on
great following. In March of 2007, The Bickfords had their extra Bockman Way in Sparta
kitchen certified by the USDA — which guarantees to the public the is an awesome 1960’s feel
highest standards and quality food. In addition to their wonderful hotdog restaurant where
breakfast items, they also offer delicious homemade sourdough bread, you can dine in and listen
cookies, jams, jellies, apple butter, handmade crafts, lye soap, painted to 60’s music while you
gourds and magnolia leaves, painted peacock feathers from their own enjoy a hotdog served up
peacocks, and so much more. any of a dozen different
ways. They also serve taco
For years, their biscuits, sourdough bread, and cookies have won many salads, Frito pies, loaded
blue ribbons at the county fair. The Bickfords will typically cook 250 baked potatoes, nachos,
loaves of sourdough bread and over 100 dozen old fashioned molasses and milkshakes. Jeannie
cookies for each festival, and love sharing their love of homemade and Ray moved here from
items with their loyal customers. They are regulars at the Fall Creek California fourteen years ago, after falling in love with Tennessee while
Falls events, including the Mountaineer Festival, Christmas on the visiting family. Their son Aaron decided to join them, opening popular
Mountain at Fall Creek Falls State Park, and the McMinnville Farmer’s Pluto’s Hotdogs when he moved to Tennessee five years ago. Aaron
Market every Saturday. The Bickfords can be reached at 931-668- had visited with the owner of a Pluto’s Hotdogs while in California
9822. Go by and say hello to the Bickfords. They will feed you well, and knew that was the kind of business he wanted to start. After
put a smile on your face, and show you the love and faith in God that determining that they wanted to open a good hotdog restaurant they
enriches their lives. went on a quest to find the perfect hotdog, bun, and ingredients. Today,
Pluto’s is open from 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM Monday through Saturday
Annie’s Shopping Favorites and you can call ahead for dine in or to take your order with you to the
office, cabin, or where ever. Enjoy the perfect Pluto hotdog! (Tel: 931-
The Fall Creek Falls region has many treasures to find! Unique little 837-5886)
shops, artisans tucked away in their studios producing one-of-a-kind
items, fashion, home furnishings, and accessories to compliment every Pottery is one of my favorite crafts. Any time I see a bowl, vase, or
cabin, home, RV or houseboat are to be found. I have had so much fun special plate, the first thing I do is turn it over to make sure it isn’t mass
learning more about the towns of Pikeville, Spencer, Dunlap, Sparta, produced and that it truly is a one-of-a-kind
and of course, all the little places along the way. Visit some of these masterpiece made by an individual.
destinations that I have discovered and make sure that you tell them Well, I found the Fragrant
that “Annie” sent you. Mushroom in Sparta and fell in
love with their creations. Thor
Jongee’s Gifts & Fine Furnishings and Cherri McNeil started their
was something that evolved while Ms. Jongee, in her 20’s, was an workshop in Knoxville in the mid
assistant manager at a local Wal-Mart. She would take her paychecks 90’s and moved to Sparta in 1999.
to auction and buy antique pieces to prepare for her dream. A building Thor graduated from Valdosta State

Annie’s Travel Treasures
University with a degree Today, Dutch Maid Bakery is much more than a bakery. It is a
in fine arts. Cherri grew destination in its own right. It is a perfect day trip to enjoy a drive
up in Sparta and went to down winding scenic highways to taste their delicious bread, take a tour
college at the University to see how bread is made, or schedule a class to learn how to make your
of Tennessee majoring own. This nostalgic old world bakery has the original old time Hobart
in retail and consumer mixers from the 20’s and bread slicing machines. There is always a
sciences. This dynamic flurry of activity in the kitchen. Dutch Maid Bakery has a fantastic
duo started their gallery team trained and ready to make each customer’s experience enjoyable.
in Knoxville in 1995, but Dutch Maid Bakery also has a charming café that serves a soup of the
when they saw a building day, sandwiches, and plate lunches. On Sundays, they offer a delicious
in Sparta for sale on the brunch with lots of homemade breakfast foods, country favorites, and
internet, they purchased of course, Dutch Maid breads and baked goods. Visit Cindy and tell
it and moved back to her Annie sent you and have a wonderful time. Dutch Maid Bakery is
Cherri’s hometown. This open seven days a week. Visit them on the web at www.thedutchmaid.
was to be Thor’s gallery. After Cherri couldn’t find a job, they decided com or by phoning, 931-592-3171.
to have a retail front. Nine years later they are thriving. Thor’s pottery
is wheel thrown and beautiful. Each one has its own design, colors, and The Loom is owned by expert seamstress Judy Yates. It is a great
high quality craftsmanship. Some of my favorites are the tableware, store to visit while in the Fall Creek Falls region. Judy has been
coffee cups, bowls, and vases. He has participated in art festivals all operating The Loom for several years, offering outline quilting, custom
over the southeastern United States and has been a potter for over made pillows, shams, draperies, a wide assortment of fabric, trims,
20 years. Cherri makes hand poured candles, soap, gift baskets, and alterations, and lessons for those
made to order pieces. She loves to show off their work at the Fragrant wishing to learn more. Her store is
Mushroom Gallery located in downtown historic Sparta. All Fragrant bursting with everything imaginable
Mushroom pieces are “Made in Tennessee” and are excellent birthday, including patterns, embroidery floss,
wedding, or just because gifts. Their address is 308 Gaines Street, threads, notions, cross stitch patterns
behind the post office and is open Tuesday-Saturday, from 9:00 AM and kits, and beautiful arrangements
– 5:00 PM CST. You can reach them at 931-836-8190 or visit their of flowers for funerals, churches,
website at www.frangrantmushroom.com. and gravesite memorials. She is a
wonderful lady and keeps very busy
The Dutch Maid Bakery of Tracy City, TN was established in 1902. with her custom quilts and alterations
They were a big hit at the Fall Creek Falls Mountaineer Folk Festival that serve the local community, as
last fall - serving up lots of yummy samples. I tasted several of well as, the visitors to the Fall Creek
their delicious artisan Falls region. Many folks have found
breads, (my favorite) her by word of mouth. Judy has a
sourdough bread, sweet knack for multitasking and keeps her
rolls, cookies and their shop humming with activity, either
delicious fruitcake. I by her sewing machine repairing a
decided to learn more treasured outfit or sewing that special
about them and who was quilt for a loved one. She is active
behind this awesome in the community with the Fall Heritage Festival and loves to spend
business. What a treat time with her grandchildren. The Loom is conveniently located in
speaking to the vibrant downtown Pikeville, just off Main Street at 406 Cumberland Avenue
and hospitable Cindy and can be contacted at 423-447-2610. While you are in town, stop
Day, owner/entrepreneur in and see John Hargis at the Perfect Light Gallery. He specializes
of the Dutch Maid in fine art photography and has some amazing images of the Fall
Bakery. Cindy invited Creek Falls region. If you want to spend a little more time in the area
me to visit and take a tour to learn more about this historic landmark. (vacation or relocation) or invest in local property, see Ronnie Swafford
So, I took a drive to Tracy City - easy to get to from the Fall Creek at Swafford Realty and take a look at their listings, developments and
Falls region. It was such a pleasure to discover the oldest bakery in investments in the beautiful Fall Creek Falls region.
Tennessee founded by John Baggenstoss and family, immigrants from
Switzerland. The Baggenstoss family brought their recipes from the old
country, ground grain, and baked breads in the wood ovens for many
years, supplying much of the county and surrounding area with their
bread and baked goods.
During the Great Depression, the Baggenstoss family supplied many

loaves of bread to those in need by tossing loaves out of their milk and
bread truck, and taking many on and giving them jobs in exchange for
room and board. The Dutch Maid Bakery has been baking bread for
over 105 years, carrying on a century old tradition. The bakery nearly
closed when it went up for sale in 2004. Cindy Day, living in Florida
at the time, heard about the opportunity. She knew of the region, its
tradition and the important landmark. She had worked in the food
service industry for a major grocery chain’s bakery department with all
the high end equipment - computerized ovens and mixers; but was up
for the challenge of moving to Tracy City and making a go of it with
her husband and four children.

Dale Hollow Lake
Dale Hollow Lake (DHL) offers abundant water recreation and boating and relaxing from your campsite. The swimming is
trophy fishing within ninety minutes of the Fall Creek Falls spectacular due to the cleanliness of the lake and depth of the
region. DHL is expansive with its 27,000 acres of pristine water. Water recreation varies from jet skiing, wakeboarding,
lake managed by the Corps of Engineers. DHL’s 620 miles scuba diving, pontoon riding, and more. Some of the best
of beautiful shoreline offers house boating, boating, water fishing is in the winter and fishermen love this time of the year.
recreation and is the perfect place to relax on the water and to
unwind and enjoy God’s majestic beauty. The surroundings are serene, the fishing is excellent and the
beauty of the occasional bald eagle spotted in the trees or in
DHL is known worldwide for its trophy fishing, still holding the the sky make it a must see winter destination. DHL is not only
world record for the largest smallmouth bass which was proudly known for its small and largemouth bass, but has excellent pan
caught in 1955, by Mr. Hayes. DHL is also a favorite place fishing, including bluegill and crappie. Dale Hollow Lake was
for house boating with 15 marinas to serve the over 3 million recently voted by USA Today as one of the top 10 places to rent
visitors each year. These marinas offer luxury houseboat and a houseboat and enjoy a family vacation. Many families arrange
pontoon rentals, cabin and chalet rentals, and small watercraft their family reunions, vacations or weddings on a houseboat,
rentals. Many also have lakeside or floating restaurants, which allows them the option of moving from cove to cove and
including Sunset Marina and Resort - one of the largest on DHL enjoy DHL’s abundant nature and beauty.
and conveniently located north on Hwy. 111 about six miles
from the Kentucky state line. This is a perfect day trip from the If you have never experienced DHL, come see why generations
Fall Creek Falls region with so much to see and do. of families have been vacationing on DHL for so many years,
and why so many families and retirees are moving to DHL for
Also available are some of the most affordable lakeside, their second home or retirement. For your free Dale Hollow
primitive, and RV camping sites in the country. The DHL Lake 2009 Visitor’s Guide, please call Toll-free at 1-866-INFO-
campground choices are plentiful and offer full hook-ups DHL or visit our website for our online guide and official
for RV’s, plenty of free primitive sites (with permit) and tent regional DHL info, www.Go2DHL.com.
camping. Most of the campsites are at the water’s edge offering

Fall Creek Falls Photo Contest
FALL CREEK FALLS PHOTO CONTEST

IT’S TIME TO ENTER THE 1st ANNUAL FALL CREEK FALLS PHOTO CONTEST!
Winners will be announced in the 2010 Fall Creek Falls Visitor Guide. First place winners in each of the three categories will be
awarded a $50 cash prize. The grand prize winner will receive a $100 cash prize. Tape form below to back of photo.
NAME___________________________________________________________
ADDRESS________________________________________________________
CITY_____________________________STATE__________ZIP_____________
PHONE__________________________________________________________
EMAIL ADDRESS__________________________________________________
CATEGORIES: ___NATURE ___OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES ___WILDLIFE
Mail entry to:

Dale Hollow Marketing Group, LLC
Attn: Fall Creek Falls Photo Contest
P.O. Box 534
8500 Hwy 111, Suite 50B, Byrdstown, TN 38549
OFFICIAL RULES: Only professionally printed original photos or digital photos 2mb/2000kb or higher with a quality print
featuring the Fall Creek Falls region will be accepted. ONE entry per person per category. We offer three categories: nature,
outdoor activities and wildlife. Color or black-and-white photos are acceptable in any size. To avoid legal entanglements, make
certain permission has been given for use of photos. Attach this entry form to the back of the photo (copies may be made of entry
form if more than one is needed). Anyone is eligible to enter, except Dale Hollow Marketing Group, LLC employees and their
immediate families. This is an amateur photo contest. Professional photographers are not eligible. Entries must be postmarked by
September 15, 2009. Photographs will not be returned and will become property of Dale Hollow Marketing Group, LLC and may
be used in DHMG publications and on websites with photo credit given.
For additional information call Dale Hollow Marketing Group, LLC toll free at 1-888-462-2730.

Business Directory
ACCOMMODATIONS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT BED & BREAKFASTS MISS MARENDA’S TEA ROOM,
COZY CABINS & COTTAGES CUMBERLAND COUNTY GRANDVIEW LODGE & ANTIQUES & GIFTS
1537 Archie Rhinehart Pkwy. PLAYHOUSE RESORT 5 E. Maple St.
Spencer, TN 38585 221 Tennessee Avenue 25 High Meadows Dr. (off Gulf Rd.) Sparta, TN 38583
866.395.3144 • 931.946.3144 Crossville, TN 38555 Spencer, TN 38585 931.836.2542
www.fallcreekfallscabins.com 800.746.8455 • 931.484.5000 423.881.5667 ext.1
www.ccplayhouse.com www.grandviewlodgeandresort.com CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE
CUMBERLAND PLATEAU TOURIST COMMISSIONS
RETREAT CABIN RENTALS PERFECT LIGHT GALLERY BRIDAL SHOWER SUPPLIES/ THE GREATER VAN BUREN
1657 Pfifer Mine Rd. 421 Spring St. GIFTS COUNTY-SPENCER CHAMBER
Spencer, TN 38585 Pikeville, TN 37367 JONGEE’S GIFTS & FINE OF COMMERCE
217.638.5028 423.447.3029 FURNISHINGS P.O. Box 814 • 500 College St.
www.cumberlandplateauretreat.com www.perfectlightgallery.com 18 E. Bockman Way Spencer, TN 38585
Sparta, TN 38583 931.946.7033
DEER RUN RV RESORT AUCTIONS 931.836.2822 www.vanburenchamber.com
3609 Peavine Firetower Rd. RICHARD W. SMITH &
Crossville, TN 38571 ASSOCIATES REAL ESTATE & BUSINESS SERVICES COFFEE SHOPS
931.484.3333 AUCTION, LLC FARM CREDIT SERVICES OF COFFEE CORNER
www.deerrunrvresort.com 138 Madison Dr. MID-AMERICA 33 W. Bockman Way
Dunlap, TN 37327 1805 Smithville Hwy. Sparta, TN 38583
FALL CREEK FALLS BED AND 423.949.9915 McMinnville, TN 37111 931.836.BEAN
BREAKFAST AND CABINS www.richardwsmithandassociates. 931.473.8436
184 Deweese Rd. com www.e-farmcredit.com DOLCE CAFÉ
Pikeville, TN 37367 323 East Spring Street
423.881.5494 RONALD H. SWAFFORD METRIC METHODS Cookeville, TN 38501
www.fallcreekfalls.com REALTY & AUCTION COMPANY 632 Stony Point Mountain Road 931.528.3200
P.O. Box 431 • 3157 Main St. Doyle, TN 38559 www.dolcecafes.com
GRANDVIEW CABIN RENTALS Pikeville, TN 37367 931.657.3107
25 High Meadows Dr. (off Gulf Rd.) 800.211.0987 • 423.447.6821 www.metricmethods.com CONFERENCE & BANQUET
Spencer, TN 38585 www.swaffordrealty.com FACILITIES
423.881.5667 ext.1 www.gardnerplace.com CABIN RENTALS DELMONACO WINERY &
www.grandviewcabins.net DEER RUN RV RESORT VINEYARDS
AUTOMOTIVE 3609 Peavine Firetower Rd. 600 Lance Dr.
GRANDVIEW LODGE & EDD ROGERS CHEVROLET- Crossville, TN 38571 Baxter, TN 38544
RESORT PONTIAC-BUICK 931.484.3333 931.858.1177
25 High Meadows Dr. (off Gulf Rd.) 674 West Bockman Way www.deerrunrvresort.com www.DelMonacoWinery.com
Spencer, TN 38585 Sparta, TN 38583
423.881.5667 ext.1 888.332.7034 • 931.836.3157 GRANDVIEW CABIN RENTALS CONSTRUCTION &
www.grandviewlodgeandresort.com www.eddrogerschevy.net 25 High Meadows Dr. (off Gulf Rd.) HOMEBUILDERS
Spencer, TN 38585 CARSON TRUSS CO.
PINEY CREEK CABINS BAKERY 423.881.5667 ext.1 1062 Leatherwood Rd.
Highway 284 near Fall Creek Falls DOLCE CAFÉ www.grandviewcabins.net Oneida, TN 37841
800.940.2830 323 East Spring Street 888.806.7714 • 423.569.4510
www.pineycreekcabins.com Cookeville, TN 38501 CAMPING
931.528.3200 CUMBERLAND CAVERNS CITIZENS TRI-COUNTY BANK
RONALD H. SWAFFORD www.dolcecafes.com 1437 Cumberland Caverns Road Dunlap – 423.949.2173
REALTY & AUCTION COMPANY McMinnville, TN 37110 Pikeville – 423.447.2107
P.O. Box 431 • 3157 Main St. BANKING/FINANCIAL 931.668.4396 (see ad on page 25 for additional
Pikeville, TN 37367 SERVICES www.cumberlandcaverns.com branches)
800.211.0987 • 423.447.6821 CITIZENS BANK www.citizenstricounty.com
www.swaffordrealty.com 489 Spring St. DEER RUN RV RESORT
www.gardnerplace.com Spencer, TN 38585 3609 Peavine Firetower Rd. COZY CABIN CONSTRUCTION
931.946.2471 Crossville, TN 38571 1707 Franks Ferry Rd.
SUNSET MARINA & RESORT 931.484.3333 Sparta, TN 38583
2040 Sunset Dock Rd. CITIZENS TRI-COUNTY BANK www.deerrunrvresort.com 931.657.3015
Byrdstown, TN 38549 Dunlap – 423.949.2173 www.fallcreekfallsproperty.com
800.760.8550 • 931.864.3146 Pikeville – 423.447.2107 CATERING
www.sunsetmarina.com (see ad on page 25 for additional DOLCE CAFÉ JOHNSON NURSERY & GARDEN
branches) 323 East Spring Street CENTER
ANTIQUES www.citizenstricounty.com Cookeville, TN 38501 1717 East Spring St.
ANTIQUES ON BOCKMAN 931.528.3200 Cookeville, TN 38506
16 E. Bockman Way FARM CREDIT SERVICES OF www.dolcecafes.com 931.528.8000
Sparta, TN 38583 MID-AMERICA www.johnsongardencenter.com
931.837.8123 1805 Smithville Hwy. JACKSON STREET GRILL
McMinnville, TN 37111 780 W. Jackson St. RONALD H. SWAFFORD
MISS MARENDA’S TEA ROOM, 931.473.8436 Cookeville, TN 38501 REALTY & AUCTION COMPANY
ANTIQUES & GIFTS www.e-farmcredit.com 931.520.5720 P.O. Box 431 • 3157 Main St.
5 E. Maple St. www.JacksonStreetGrill.com Pikeville, TN 37367
Sparta, TN 38583 BAR 800.211.0987 • 423.447.6821
931.836.2542 MADDUX STATION MADDUX STATION www.swaffordrealty.com
RESTAURANT AND BAR RESTAURANT AND BAR www.gardnerplace.com
319 East Spring St. 319 East Spring St.
Cookeville, TN 38501 Cookeville, TN 38501
931.854.0883 931.854.0883
www.madduxstation.com www.madduxstation.com

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CUSTOM HORSE BACK RIDES/ HEALTH & BEAUTY CARE LAKE PROPERTY MORTGAGE LENDERS
TRIPS ESSENTIALS SALON & DAY SPA THE POINT AT ROCK ISLAND, CITIZENS BANK
LONG BRANCH LAKES 221 West Turntable Drive A STANMAR LAND HOLDINGS, 489 Spring St.
10 Long Branch Rd. Sparta, TN 38583 INC. DEVELOPMENT Spencer, TN 38585
Spencer, TN 38585 931.837.6591 Fox Ridge Trail 931.946.2471
866.615.6616 • 423.881.5900 www.essentials221.com Rock Island, TN 38581
www.longbranchlakes.com 832.541.7555 FARM CREDIT SERVICES OF
THE BODY SHOP FITNESS www.rockislandtn.com MID-AMERICA
DAY SPAS & SALONS CENTER 1805 Smithville Hwy.
ESSENTIALS SALON & DAY SPA 6115 SR 28 LAND/ACREAGE SALES McMinnville, TN 37111
221 West Turntable Drive Dunlap, TN 37327 TENNESSEE LAND SALE.COM 931.473.8436
Sparta, TN 38583 423.949.9600 11556 SR 8 www.e-farmcredit.com
931.837.6591 Dunlap, TN 37327
www.essentials221.com THE NATURAL ANSWER 888.846.8703 NATURAL ATTRACTIONS
WELLNESS CENTER www.tennesseelandsale.com CUMBERLAND CAVERNS
EQUESTRIAN SUPPLIES & 33 W. Bockman Way 1437 Cumberland Caverns Road
SERVICES Sparta, TN 38583 LOG FURNITURE McMinnville, TN 37110
LONG BRANCH LAKES 931.836.1005 DEER RUN RV RESORT 931.668.4396
10 Long Branch Rd. 3609 Peavine Firetower Rd. www.cumberlandcaverns.com
Spencer, TN 38585 HEATING & COOLING Crossville, TN 38571
866.615.6616 • 423.881.5900 CUSTOM FIREPLACES & MORE 931.484.3333 QUILTING
www.longbranchlakes.com 1611 East Spring St. www.deerrunrvresort.com SIMPLY SOUTHERN QUILTS
Cookeville, TN 38506 12 W. Maple St.
EMERGENCY SERVICES 800.264.8181 • 931.526.8181 LOG HOMES Sparta, TN 38583
WHITE COUNTY COMMUNITY www.customfireplaceandmore.com BARNA LOG HOMES AT FALL 931.836.3271
HOSPITAL CREEK FALLS www.simplysouthernquilts.com
401 Sewell Dr. HIKING 27325 State Highway 30
Sparta, TN 38583 RONALD H. SWAFFORD Spencer, TN 38585 THE LOOM
931.738.9211 REALTY & AUCTION COMPANY 866.344.0237 • 423.881.5655 406 Cumberland Ave.
P.O. Box 431 • 3157 Main St. www.fallcreekfalls.barnahomes.com Pikeville, TN 37367
FABRICS & EMBROIDERY Pikeville, TN 37367 423.447.2610
SIMPLY SOUTHERN QUILTS 800.211.0987 • 423.447.6821 RONALD H. SWAFFORD
12 W. Maple St. www.swaffordrealty.com REALTY & AUCTION COMPANY PRIVATE PARTIES
Sparta, TN 38583 www.gardnerplace.com P.O. Box 431 • 3157 Main St. MADDUX STATION
931.836.3271 Pikeville, TN 37367 RESTAURANT AND BAR
www.simplysouthernquilts.com HISTORICAL SITES 800.211.0987 • 423.447.6821 319 East Spring St.
CUMBERLAND CAVERNS www.swaffordrealty.com Cookeville, TN 38501
THE LOOM 1437 Cumberland Caverns Road www.gardnerplace.com 931.854.0883
406 Cumberland Ave. McMinnville, TN 37110 www.madduxstation.com
Pikeville, TN 37367 931.668.4396 TIMBERLAND PRESERVES
423.447.2610 www.cumberlandcaverns.com 25 High Meadows Dr. (off Gulf Rd.) REAL ESTATE/PROPERTY
Spencer, TN 38585 DEVELOPMENT
FIREPLACES, STOVES & GAS HORSEBACK/TRAIL RIDING 423.881.5465 CARSON TRUSS CO.
LOGS LONG BRANCH LAKES www.timberlandpreserves.com 1062 Leatherwood Rd.
CUSTOM FIREPLACES & MORE 10 Long Branch Rd. Oneida, TN 37841
1611 East Spring St. • Cookeville, Spencer, TN 38585 MARINAS 888.806.7714 • 423.569.4510
TN 38506 866.615.6616 • 423.881.5900 SUNSET MARINA & RESORT
800.264.8181 • 931.526.8181 www.longbranchlakes.com 2040 Sunset Dock Rd. CITIZENS TRI-COUNTY BANK
www.customfireplaceandmore.com Byrdstown, TN 38549 Dunlap – 423.949.2173
HORSE STABLES/RENTALS 800.760.8550 • 931.864.3146 Pikeville – 423.447.2107
GARDEN CENTERS & LONG BRANCH LAKES www.sunsetmarina.com (see ad on page 25 for additional
NURSERIES 10 Long Branch Rd. branches)
JOHNSON NURSERY & GARDEN Spencer, TN 38585 MARKETING & SALES www.citizenstricounty.com
CENTER 866.615.6616 • 423.881.5900 VACATION MARKETING &
1717 East Spring St. www.longbranchlakes.com SALES, INC. FALL CREEK FALLS REAL
Cookeville, TN 38506 27325 State Highway 30 ESTATE & DEVELOPMENT CO.,
931.528.8000 HOSPITALS Spencer, TN 38585 LLC
www.johnsongardencenter.com WHITE COUNTY COMMUNITY 866.344.0237 • 423.881.5772 27345 State Route 30
HOSPITAL www.grandviewvillage.com Spencer, TN 38585
GOLF 401 Sewell Dr. 423.881.5566
GRANDVIEW GOLF RESORT Sparta, TN 38583 MASSAGES www.fallcreekfallsrealestate.com
1249 Gulf Rd. 931.738.9069 ESSENTIALS SALON & DAY SPA
Spencer, TN 38585 221 West Turntable Drive GRANDVIEW LODGE &
423.881.5686 HOUSEBOAT RENTALS Sparta, TN 38583 RESORT
www.grandviewgolfresort.com SUNSET MARINA & RESORT 931.837.6591 25 High Meadows Dr. (off Gulf Rd.)
2040 Sunset Dock Rd. www.essentials221.com Spencer, TN 38585
HIDDEN FALLS @ MT. AIRY Byrdstown, TN 38549 423.881.5667 ext.1
GOLF & ATHLETIC CLUB 800.760.8550 • 931.864.3146 MEDICAL CENTERS www.grandviewlodgeandresort.com
123 Madison Dr. www.sunsetmarina.com WHITE COUNTY COMMUNITY
Dunlap, TN 37327 HOSPITAL LONG BRANCH LAKES
423.949.CLUB (2582) 401 Sewell Dr. 10 Long Branch Rd.
Sparta, TN 38583 Spencer, TN 38585
931.738.9069 866.615.6616 • 423.881.5900
www.longbranchlakes.com

Business Directory
RICHARD W. SMITH & MISS MARENDA’S TEA ROOM, HITCHCOCK’S INC./ TRAIL RIDING/STABLES
ASSOCIATES REAL ESTATE & ANTIQUES & GIFTS THE FINAL TOUCH RONALD H. SWAFFORD
AUCTION, LLC 5 E. Maple St. 93 Spring St. REALTY & AUCTION COMPANY
138 Madison Dr. Sparta, TN 38583 Spencer, TN 38585 P.O. Box 431 • 3157 Main St.
Dunlap, TN 37327 931.836.2542 931.946.2750 Pikeville, TN 37367
423.949.9915 800.211.0987 • 423.447.6821
www.richardwsmithandassociates. PIZZA KING ITALIAN JONGEE’S GIFTS & FINE www.swaffordrealty.com
com RESTAURANT FURNISHINGS www.gardnerplace.com
3729 Main St. 18 E. Bockman Way
RONALD H. SWAFFORD Pikeville, TN 37367 Sparta, TN 38583 WEDDING SERVICES
REALTY & AUCTION COMPANY 423.447.7564 931.836.2822 ESSENTIALS SALON & DAY SPA
P.O. Box 431 • 3157 Main St. 221 West Turntable Drive
Pikeville, TN 37367 PIZZA KING ITALIAN MISS MARENDA’S TEA ROOM, Sparta, TN 38583
800.211.0987 • 423.447.6821 RESTAURANT ANTIQUES & GIFTS 931.837.6591
www.swaffordrealty.com 8407 Rankin Ave. 5 E. Maple St. www.essentials221.com
www.gardnerplace.com Dunlap, TN 37327 Sparta, TN 38583
423.949.4373 931.836.2542 WELLNESS CENTER
TENNESSEE LAND SALE.COM THE BODY SHOP FITNESS
11556 SR 8 PLUTO’S HOTDOGS PERFECT LIGHT GALLERY CENTER
Dunlap, TN 37327 100 W. Bockman Way 421 Spring St. 6115 SR 28
888.846.8703 Sparta, TN 38583 Pikeville, TN 37367 Dunlap, TN 37327
www.tennesseelandsale.com 931.83.PLUTO 423.447.3029 423.949.9600
www.perfectlightgallery.com
THE POINT AT ROCK ISLAND, SUNSET MARINA & RESORT THE NATURAL ANSWER
A STANMAR LAND HOLDINGS, 2040 Sunset Dock Rd. SIMPLY SOUTHERN QUILTS WELLNESS CENTER
INC. DEVELOPMENT Byrdstown, TN 38549 12 W. Maple St. 33 W. Bockman Way
Fox Ridge Trail 800.760.8550 • 931.864.3146 Sparta, TN 38583 Sparta, TN 38583
Rock Island, TN 38581 www.sunsetmarina.com 931.836.3271 931.836.1005
832.541.7555 www.simplysouthernquilts.com
www.rockislandtn.com RV/TRAILER STORAGE WINERY/TOURS
DEER RUN RV RESORT SUNSET MARINA & RESORT CHESTNUT HILL WINERY
TIMBERLAND PRESERVES 3609 Peavine Firetower Rd. 2040 Sunset Dock Rd. 78 Chestnut Hill Rd.
25 High Meadows Dr. (off Gulf Rd.) Crossville, TN 38571 Byrdstown, TN 38549 Crossville, TN 38555
Spencer, TN 38585 931.484.3333 800.760.8550 • 931.864.3146 931.707.7878
423.881.5465 www.deerrunrvresort.com www.sunsetmarina.com www.ChestnutHillWinery.com
www.timberlandpreserves.com
RV RESORT PARKS THE LOOM DELMONACO WINERY &
RESTAURANTS/DINING DEER RUN RV RESORT 406 Cumberland Ave. VINEYARDS
BLUE ORCHID BISTRO 3609 Peavine Firetower Rd. Pikeville, TN 37367 600 Lance Dr.
185 Cherry Street Crossville, TN 38571 423.447.2610 Baxter, TN 38544
Dunlap, TN 37327 931.484.3333 931.858.1177
423.949.9567 www.deerrunrvresort.com THE NATURAL ANSWER www.DelMonacoWinery.com
www.theblueorchidbistro.com WELLNESS CENTER
SHOPPING 33 W. Bockman Way
BRASS LANTERN, THE ANTIQUES ON BOCKMAN Sparta, TN 38583
79 Chestnut Hill Road, Suite 102 16 E. Bockman Way 931.836.1005
Crossville, TN 38555 Sparta, TN 38583
931.484.7657 931.837.8123 SWIMMING POOLS
www.thebrasslanterntn.com HIDDEN FALLS @ MT. AIRY
CHESTNUT HILL WINERY GOLF & ATHLETIC CLUB
COFFEE CORNER 78 Chestnut Hill Rd. 123 Madison Dr.
33 W. Bockman Way Crossville, TN 38555 Dunlap, TN 37327
Sparta, TN 38583 931.707.7878 423.949.CLUB (2582)
931.836.BEAN www.ChestnutHillWinery.com
THEATER
JACKSON STREET GRILL COFFEE CORNER CUMBERLAND COUNTY
780 W. Jackson St. 33 W. Bockman Way PLAYHOUSE
Cookeville, TN 38501 Sparta, TN 38583 221 Tennessee Avenue
931.520.5720 931.836.BEAN Crossville, TN 38555
www.JacksonStreetGrill.com 800.746.8455 • 931.484.5000
DELMONACO WINERY & www.ccplayhouse.com
LOS PANCHOS MEXICAN VINEYARDS
RESTAURANT 600 Lance Dr. TOURS
3714 Main Street Baxter, TN 38544 CUMBERLAND CAVERNS
Pikeville, TN 37367 931.858.1177 1437 Cumberland Caverns Road
423.447.6787 www.DelMonacoWinery.com McMinnville, TN 37110
931.668.4396
MADDUX STATION FRAGRANT MUSHROOM www.cumberlandcaverns.com
RESTAURANT AND BAR 308 Gaines Street
319 East Spring St. Sparta, TN 38583 PERFECT LIGHT GALLERY Rock Pile Farms sauces
Cookeville, TN 38501 866.836.8190 • 931.836.8190 421 Spring St. are perfect for any meal!
931.854.0883 www.fragrantmushroom.com Pikeville, TN 37367
Find Rock Pile Farms at Dutch
www.madduxstation.com 423.447.3029
www.perfectlightgallery.com Maid Bakery in Tracy City!

family memories made here.
The Point at Rock Island

Saturday 4:30 pm. Late Spring. I dropped Lisa and the
girls off at the dock so they could shower before dinner. I headed back
out for a last ski run with the boys. Josh and his buddies caught fish
this morning–they were up and out at first light. Later, our old friends
and some new neighbors are coming over for a glass of wine and we’re
all walking to the amphitheater for a concert.
custom homesites
starting in the 250’s
The Point at Rock Island | Over one mile of prime Rock Island shoreline within a gated peninsula
832.541.7555 d WWW.ROCKISLANDTN.COM

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