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YOUR PLACE FOR
GETTING AWAY AND HAVING FUN
WATER SPORTS OF ALL KINDS
HORSEBACK RIDING
RETIREMENT AND RELAXATION
World record trophy fishing
THE perfect vacation ON A luxury houseboat
EXPLORING THE FLORA AND FAUNA OF MOUNTAINS
D a l e H o l l o w L a k e • M a r i n a s • Fi s h i n g B i g S o u t h Fo r k • C u m b e r l a n d P l a t e a u
www.Go2DHL.com
Realty & Auction 2366 North Highway 127 Albany, KY 42602 Toll-free: 866-788-0089 Robert Davis - Broker TN Firm #00256684
The Dale Hollow Lake Area’s largest selection of Lake View Homes and Lots ~ CHECK ALL OUR LISTINGS!
www.dalehollowrealestate.com Albany Area Burkesville - Celina Byrdstown-Livingston Robert Davis • Broker & Auctioneer Tina Turner Patti & Jim Pyzik Toll-free: 866-788-0089 Local 270-433-1127 Local: 931-864-7471 Cell: 606-688-2897
Seth Parrish
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Dale Hollow Getaways John phelps, jr. Property Manager / Agent
www.DaleHollowGetaways.com Robert C. Davis, Broker
Vacation Rentals
Cell 270-459-0241 Nights 270-433-7953 Toll Free 866-788-0089
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ENJOY YOUR DREAM VACATION ON DALE HOLLOW LAKE — ALBANY, KY
Rent a luxury houseboat with all the comforts of home Restaurant Bait & Tackle Fishing Licenses Lakeside Cottages Covered Boat Slips Full Service Marina
Lighthouse Restaurant
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Complete Ship’s Store
1-800-840-8523
RENT a COTTAGE or HOUSEBOAT n w O r u o Y t Char e! s i u r C y r u x u L DALE HOLLOW LAKE Kentucky / Tennessee
FISHING GUIDES Meet our outstanding, professional, Coast Guard certified, Fishing Guides - Bobby Gentry & Donny Felton, our experts in fishing for smallmouth bass. Check out www.bobbygentry.com or www.donnysguideservice.com for more information. Bobby Gentry Ask about our guided trips. 270-427-0419 Donny Felton 615-417-0245
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LA GARDÉNA A M E R I C A N L I V I N G . . . R E D E F I N E D
European Styled Living on Beautiful Dale Hollow Lake ~ European Styled Hotel ~ European Styled Condos ~ ~ Day Spa ~ Vineyard ~ Equestrian Trails ~ Golf Course ~ ~ Homesites ~ Townhouses ~ Maintenance Free ~
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Offered by : DINO CATES, Broker/Owner of RE/MAX Cross Roads, LLC : 866.488.LAKE
Privacy ~Tranquility ~Natural Beauty Cornerstone
is a 350+/- acre planned and secure community located on the Cumberland Plateau in Middle Tennessee overlooking beautiful Dale Hollow Lake. Incredible lake and mountain views from our wooded homesites starting at $29,900.
Hiking Trails Natural Waterfalls Community Boat Slips Dedicated Green Space
Request more information and schedule your personal tour!
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www.dalehollowlakeviews.com Just 40 minutes north of I-40 • Highway 111 to Highway 294 North
Share in the vision ~ protect it for the future
Rustic Beauty is yours to explore . . . Bordering the 80,000 acre Catoosa Wildlife Management Area Our sites have been developed for you — the explorer. These RV friendly settings are designed for your custom home which can include an attached garage with full RV hook-ups.
Neighborhood Featured Specifications: • Underground utilities • Spacious paved roadways with generous wide lanes • Naturalized landscapes • Gated entrance with nighttime closure • Low maintenance homes
For more information and your personal tour, call 1-877-696-5253 www.cumberlandmountainpreserve.com Located just 1 mile east of Fairfield Glade near Crossville, Tennessee
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Stories of Interest
Star Point Resort • 10 Ferry Tales • 13 GT’s Sports Bar & Grill • 14 Sara Beth’s Story • 17 Wi-Fi Information 17 DHL’s National Fish Hatchery • 18 Camping Facilities •19 Getting Married on DHL • 26 Chef Zoom • 27 Kountry Kruisers • 32 Chestnut Hill Winery • 35 Day Trips at DHL • 38-39 Cumberland County Playhouse • 47 Big South Fork Scenic Railway • 52 Cedar Creek Cattle Company • 54 Maifest at Bacaras • 54 Burden’s Drug Center • 56 Quilting • 57 Custom Fireplace • 62 Priority Care • 70 Plateau Drugs • 71 Dyer Drug Co. • 72
Accommodations • 20-22 Cabin Rentals Cottage Rentals Hotel/Motel Houseboat Rentals
ANNIE’S TRAVELS Around DHL • 42-46 Photo Contest • 48-49
OUTDOOR ADVENTURES • 23 Kayaking
Big South Fork Area Maps • 50-51
Chambers of Commerce Big South Fork • 52-56 Trail Riding • ATV 24-25 Accommodations Getting Married at DHL • 26 Florist Party Supplies & Gifts Beautician
Restaurant/Dining Pharmacy/Shopping
Festivals & Events 58-59 Real Estate, Property Developers, & support services • 60-67
Restaurants & Dining 27-33 Lakeside Dining Resort/Park Dining Bar-B-Que • Mexican • Amish
MARINAS • 3-12
Houseboat Rentals Cabin Rentals Jetski Rentals Small Watercraft Rentals
FISHIN’ THE HOLLOW 14-17
Shopping • 34-37 Handcrafted Items Specialty Gift Items Clothing Souvenir Items Antiques Sporting Goods
Area Maps • 40-41
Toll Free 866-INFO DHL (463-6345) • www.Go2DHL.com
NewComers Guide 68-69 Dale Hollow Medical Facilities • 70-72 Business Directory 73-79 Advertisers Index • 80
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DALE HOLLOW LAKE VISITOR’S GUIDE chambers of commerce & visitor centers around dhl Albany-Clinton County, KY Toll Free: 877-595-2537 www.albanyclintonco.com Burkesville-Cumberland County, KY Telephone: 270-864-5890 www.burkesville.com/chamber Byrdstown-Pickett County, TN Toll Free: 888-406-4704 Telephone: 931-864-7195 www.dalehollow.com Celina-Clay County, TN Telephone: 931-243-3338 www.dalehollowlake.org Cumberland County Tourism & Convention Commission, KY www.cumberlandcounty.com Dale Hollow Tourist Info Center Toll Free: 866-463-6345 www.Go2DHL.com Livingston-Overton County, TN Toll Free: 800-876-7393 Telephone: 931-823-6421 www.overtonco.com Tompkinsville-Monroe County, KY Telephone: 270-487-1314
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Big South Fork Area Big South Fork Scenic Railway, TN Toll Free: 800-462-5664 www.bsfsry.com Crossville-Cumberland County, TN Toll Free: 877-GOLF-TN1 (465-3861) Telephone: 931-484-8444 www.crossville-chamber.com Historic Rugby Visitor Center - TN Toll Free: 888-214-3400 Telephone: 423-628-2441 www.historicrugby.org Jamestown-Fentress County, TN Toll Free: 877-273-4453 Telephone: 931-879-9948 www.bigsouthfork.org Regional BSF Visitor Center Toll Free 888-462-2730 www.Go2BSF.com Stearns Depot Visitor Center - KY Telephone: 606-376-5073 www.nps.gov/biso
2009 Dale Hollow Visitor’s Guide
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elcome! It’s hard to believe this is our 6th year to publish our annual Dale Hollow Lake publication – the Dale Hollow Lake Visitor’s Guide 2009! Every year as I sit down to write this — a smile comes across my face. The memories of all the new businesses, people, and events that we have had the opportunity to experience and all the fun we have had while exploring our area races through my mind. It is an absolute joy and privilege to be able to compile this visitor guide for you as you in turn look for ways to more thoroughly enjoy the Dale Hollow Lake region. I especially enjoy sharing this information with our visitors, and the families that are looking at possibly relocating, investing, or retiring to this awesome, scenic destination. There are far too many treasures awaiting discovery at Dale Hollow Lake without a little help in finding them. Dale Hollow Lake has had a challenging year with the unexpected downturn in the economy; however, millions of visitors made it their destination of choice for 2008. Who can pass up the 27,000 acres of pristine shoreline, awesome trophy fishing, swimming, hiking, golfing, or just nestling in at one of hundreds of cabins available for rent throughout the year. Most people think about Dale Hollow Lake as a destination for their summer vacation or weekend getaway. Even more are discovering that a weekend in the winter, spring or fall can be just as satisfying. During the winter, the fishing is at its best. Hiking, biking, horseback riding and other such activities are extra special. You can see the lay of the land clearly and know what lies beneath the green jungle that surrounds the lake during the summer months. In the spring, when the trees are budding and the abundant flora bursts with vitality in the warm sunshine and spring rains, life is at a wonderful peak. In the autumn, the vibrant reds, yellows, purples and golds explode across the rolling hills of the countryside. Festivals and events dot the region. The region is also an excellent place to look for a bargain. Many shops of all kinds make the region their headquarters. Plus, be sure to check out the Hwy. 127 Sale (www.127sale.com) in August or the Rollercoaster Yard Sale (www.RollerCoasterFair.com) in October if you love to yard sale. Looking for a place to retire or relocate? Want a better quality of life, less stress and a simple lifestyle that will add quality to your years? Come to Dale Hollow Lake and take a look around. This is the best time to invest in real estate, property, or that larger tract of land or the farm of your dreams. That perfect vacation or retirement home is waiting for you. Check out our local realtors who specialize in Dale Hollow Lake properties and maybe put your home on their rental program if you won’t live here year round. Most rental programs have very high rental occupancy, which helps to defray the cost of your mortgage. Check out the locally owned and operated rental programs operated by West View Lake Properties, The Rental Station at Dale Hollow, Elder Real Estate or Davis & Associates. You can find their contact information in the business directory listings at the back of this guide. Staycation is a relatively new buzzword in the travel industry. We at Dale Hollow Lake have also seen many more folks from Tennessee and Kentucky sticking closer to home and enjoying the many day trip options, weekend, or week long getaway destinations found around our region. Camping at Dale Hollow Lake is superb, with options offering either full hook-ups (refer to camping section on page 19) or primitive camping areas depending on how much you want to “rough it”. The campgrounds are quite busy. Reservations are recommended even for the free primitive campgrounds. Permits are required for any type of camping. You can make your campground reservations through their reservation portal on www.recreation.gov. For primitive camping permits, please call the local district office at (931) 243-3136. There have been many new businesses and happenings around the lake in 2008. You can read more about some of these in the Annie’s Favorite’s section and the other stories scattered among the pages of this guide. We have even been fortunate enough to host 2 national fishing tournaments this past year with hopes to host more in the future. Annie continues to travel around the region searching for those off-the-beaten track places and people that will enrich your stay while you are at Dale Hollow Lake, such as Darren Shell and his gravedigger tours (www.dalehollowgravedigger.com); or Jesse Walton, who can take you on some amazing guided kayak tours or rent a kayak to chart your own explorations. These are just a couple of ideas of how your family or group can enjoy Dale Hollow Lake from a different perspective. There are many more within the pages of this guide! We love Dale Hollow Lake and continue to thank God for the beauty that he has created, but more importantly for allowing the Burckhard family to be blessed by the best place on Earth to live, and allowing us to meet some of the nicest people in the world. We hope that you enjoy the Dale Hollow Lake Visitor’s Guide 2009 and find lots of things to plan for in the coming year.
Owner: Terry Burckhard Editor: Andrea V. Burckhard Production Manager: Janice Neal Contributing Editors: Carol Hall, Betty Eliassen, Sara Beth Reagan, Cumberland County Playhouse Staff, Becki Egnew, and Darren Shell Photography: Dale Hollow Marketing Group, LLC. See Further Credits on Inside Photos This publication is published annually by: Dale Hollow Marketing Group, LLC Toll Free: 877-864-8666 • www.Go2DHL.com ©2009. The original articles, photographs, & art work appearing in this magazine are copyrighted and cannot be reproduced by any means without the express consent of Dale Hollow Marketing Group, LLC.
We hope to see you at our lake soon and often. Andrea Burckhard and Family For the latest information about events, fishing tournaments, specials, weather, accommodations, marinas, real estate agents and more, visit www.Go2DHL.com. Be sure to visit Annie’s Blog for more ideas and happenings around the region. For day trips a little farther from Dale Hollow Lake, visit www.Go2BSF.com (Big South Fork regional website) and www.Go2FCF.com (Fall Creek Falls regional website) for more ideas and great places to visit.
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Houseboats. . .choose from economy to deluxe. We are family owned and operated, so we can make each vacation just a little special.
Cottages. . .all sizes — located high on a hill above the lake, and what vacation would be complete without a gift from our elaborate Gift Shop!
[email protected] www.dalehollowmarina.com
DALE HOLLOW MARINA 440 Arlon Webb Drive • Celina, Tennessee 38551 931-243-2211 • Fax 931-243-6318 • Reservations 800-321-1669
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MARINAS ON DHL How to use the Dale Hollow LAKE Visitor’s Guide This Guide has been color coded by Lake Region based on the position of the marinas around the Lake. The lavender shaded areas highlight all marinas, businesses, and attractions in the northern part of the lake in Kentucky. The light green shaded areas cover all these in the southeastern part of the lake, and the yellow shaded areas highlight all in the southwestern part of the lake. The Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area is color coded in light blue, where you will find all the attractions, businesses, and trail riding around the Big South Fork Country.
South Dale Hollow lake Area/tn CEDAR HILL RESORT Toll-free 800-872-8393 • Local 931-243-3201 www.cedarhillresort.com Dale Hollow Marina, INC. Toll-free 800-321-1669 • Local 931-243-2211 www.dalehollowmarina.com Holly Creek Resort Toll-free 800-337-1780 • Local 931-243-2116 www.hollycreek.com Horse Creek Dock & Resort Toll-free 800-545-2595 • Local 931-243-2125 www.horsecreek-resort.com MITCHELL CREEK MARINA Local 931-823-6666 • www.mitchellcreekmarina.com Willow Grove DOCK & Resort, INC. Local 931-823-6616 • www.willowgrove.com
East Dale Hollow lake Area/Tn Eagle Cove Resort Toll-free 800-337-1780 • Local 931-864-3456 www.eaglecove.com East Port Marina & resort Toll-free 800-736-7951 • Local 931-879-7511 www.eastport.info Gunnels Fishing Camp Toll-free 877-777-3478 • Local 931-864-7277 www.gunnelscamp.com STAR POINT RESORT, LLC. 866-782-7768 • Local 931-864-3115 www.starpointresort.com Sunset Marina & Resort Toll-free 800-760-8550 • Local 931-864-3146 www.sunsetmarina.com
North Dale Hollow lake area/ky Dale Hollow State Park MARINA Local 270-433-6600 www.dhstateparkmarina.com Hendricks Creek Resort Toll-free 800-321-4000 • Local 270-433-7172 www.hendrickscreek1.com/dhm9 Sulphur Creek Marina Local 270-433-7272 • www.sulphurcreek.com Wisdom Dock Toll Free: 800-840-8523 • Local 606-387-5821 www.wisdomdock.com 4 — DALE HOLLOW MARKETING GROUP, LLC
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• Ski Boats and Pontoons • Wakeboards, Tubes, Skis, & Kneeboards for rent • Full Service Marina with Westerbeke Generator Parts and many inboard engine parts • Dock Side Store • Cabins
B &K Your Farm Fresh Grocery Store FOR all your vacation needs! Conveniently Located and Hometown Friendly Service!
Jake Pyzik
Offering Pre-Owned Boats for Sale: • Houseboats • Cruisers • Runabouts • Pontoons For Current Listings on Dale Hollow visit: www.dalehollowjake.com FOR WORLDWIDE LISTINGS VISIT: www.houseboatsbuyterry.com
8460 Hwy 111 • Byrdstown, TN 38549
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DALE HOLLOW’S LONGEST RUNNING BOAT BROKER
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HOUSEBOATING ON DHL Welcome to Dale Hollow Lake’s Complete Vacation Center! Cumberland County, KY
HOUSEBOATS: Luxury or Economy Houseboat Rentals . . . complete with all the amenities of home and will accommodate up to twelve people. CABINS: The finest in leisure accommodations . . . offering lakefront or secluded log cabins with covered boats slips provided CAMPING: Lakefront and shaded sites available, with hook ups, showers, and an available laundromat.
. . . and while you are here, visit Mike’s Landing . . . Sulphur Creek Resort’s unique floating restaurant that serves up mouth-watering food in a family friendly atmosphere.
3498 Sulphur Creek Road Burkesville, KY 42717 www.sulphurcreek.com
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tar Point Resort is one of the oldest on Dale Hollow Lake and has been known as a family friendly fishing resort since its beginning in 1948. Speaking to owner Nathan Copeland, he recalled how the original fishermen coming to Star Point would fish in the fall, winter and spring, and the summer months would be considered the off-season. Today, Dale Hollow Lake welcomes everyone throughout the year, catering to the families in the spring, summer and fall months and welcoming the fishermen any time. Star Point Resort was purchased in 1974 by Tommye Copeland. She was considered a maverick and a very determined young lady. She took the chance, against all odds, including spiraling interest rates and working in a man’s world, building up one of the most successful and profitable marinas with her hard work and vision. Star Point Village was one of the first developments on Dale Hollow Lake. It continues to be some of the most desired real estate on Dale Hollow Lake. Ms. Copeland passed away in 2005, leaving her footprint and memories with so many. Nathan, her nephew, worked with Ms. Copeland since his high school days and was the natural successor for the business. He loves the business and attributes their continued success to maintaining a family environment, long serving trained team members — including legendary Frog who works down at the gas dock, the friendly atmosphere and hospitable service. The families that have been coming to Star Point Resort have been doing so for generations and feel like they are “coming home” when driving down Star Point Road. Star Point Resort has over 215 boat slips, with new docks being built every year. They have 31 rental units, including the Star Point Lodge, condos, private homes, and cabins. Star Point Resort is known for its fishing knowledge and angler friendly environment — hosting several tournaments each year, including the Wal-Mart
BFL and the Boys and Girls Club charity fishing tournament in May. The annual Dale Hollow Bass Classic is shared between Sunset Marina & Resort and Star Point Resort each October. Fishing at Star Point Resort and Dale Hollow Lake is generational with many sons and daughters learning how to fish from their parents or grandparents. They in turn pass the passion on to their children. Dale Hollow Lake is known for its smallmouth and largemouth bass; however, it also offers excellent bluegill, crappie, and muskie fishing opportunities. Fishing is a family friendly sport with many fishermen fishing competitively on tournament trails which offer prize winnings, fame and a special camaraderie on the fishing circuit.
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Nathan and wife, Michelle are proud parents of three sons. Their oldest son Lance has just been accepted to Belmont University to attend pharmacy school. Sons Trevor and Corbin attend Pickett County Schools each with a very bright future of their own. Nathan enjoys his quiet time with his family during the winter months and loves to attend sporting functions. He also takes time to enjoy family vacations with his parents Ernest and Nelda Copeland and Michelle’s family. Visit Star Point Resort’s up-to-date website for more information on upcoming fishing tournaments, accommodations, slip rentals and plan your memorable vacation today! www.StarPointResort.com
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COMPLETE SERVICE AND REPAIR
Dale Hollow Marine 931-864-3252 • Factory Authorized Boat Motor Repair Services • Boat Storage Other Services •Boating Accessories and Parts •Water Sports Equipment •Spring Startups •Engine Tune-ups •Winterizing Services •Mechanical & Electrical Rigging •Electronic Marine Equipment On-line Ordering Accessories at www.dalehollowmarine.com
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1480 Cordell Hull Memorial Drive Byrdstown, TN 38549
ONLY ONE MILE FROM DALE HOLLOW LAKE STATE PARK ENTRANCE! HWY 1206 BURKESVILLE, KY 42717
270-433-5225 270-433-6110 www.DaleHollowRentalsLLC.com 12 — DALE HOLLOW MARKETING GROUP, LLC
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AROUND THE DALE HOLLOW LAKE AREA
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n the fast paced hustle and bustle of our busy interstates, it’s hard to imagine a time when speed was just not of the essence. Years ago, travelers of our roads and highways encountered many obstacles standing in the way of their roadway progress. For instance, during spring rains, swollen creeks became a ford of a small river, making travel difficult if not impossible. In still other places, modern bridges were built to handle the heavy traffic of a few dozen cars a day. These new-fangled and fancy iron structures were usually only one lane, forcing oncoming cars to wait until the first vehicle passed and again left the bridge open for travel. But perhaps the most interesting and unique mode of river crossing was the ferry. Although there are still a few of these antiquated structures functioning to this day, ferries in rural areas have almost become a thing of the past. Ferries around the Dale Hollow area, by most measurable means, were a small floating barge capable of hauling one or two vehicles over the water to the far shore. Usually there were cables fastened to each shore that the barge was fastened to, allowing it to be pulled through the currents safely and quickly to its destination. Of course, some of these early models varied in their building much like the men who built them. Some were vast and heavy steel structures with heavy cable systems for navigation, while others were little more than wooden boxes tied with gangly hemp rope. Obey River Ferry near Sunset Marina, 1920 There have been several sites where ferries operated within our Dale Hollow area. The earliest was the Obey River Ferry located where the Byrdstown water plant is now. It was here long before the lake and only operated a few years until a bridge was constructed. Abutments from that first bridge still lie beneath the lake surface. Another ferry location was the East Port Ferry which crossed the West Fork of the Obey at the East Port Marina location. It was maintained many years after the building of the lake. Yet another ferry was the Eagle Creek Ferry, also known as the Midway Ferry, that crossed Eagle Creek. Locally known as Keisling Bottom, this location still has a bridge beneath the surface near where the ferry crossed. A gravel road and launch ramp are still maintained in this location. Although many others were in charge of it over the years, Billy Sells and Clyde Taylor operated this ferry through the 1960s and shut it down in the very early 1970s.
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The old wooden ferry building that stood along the road is still in existence. It’s been hauled up the road and now houses chickens rather than ferrymen. It’s still in the care of the Sells family, just as it was so many years ago. There is yet one other ferry that has operated on Dale Hollow Lake. In fact, it still does. It seems unlikely that such a high maintenance item could be in use in a time when machinery of all sorts makes our lives easier. But there is one here. It is the Trooper Island Ferry Barge. Day in and day out the Kentucky State Police operate a shuttle between Trooper Island and the State Park Marina. It’s a labor of love that keeps the Trooper Island Camp as remote and beautiful as it is. That one motorized barge is the only way to and from the island. No road connects this special place to the outside world. It is what it has always been—a separate island entity, in and of itself. Some days I take a long drive down to Keisling Bottom or maybe even out to the old East Port Ferry site. I reflect on a time I never knew, where cars sat patiently waiting on the river ferry to cart them to the far shore. These days, this antiquated mode of travel would be a nuisance, but maybe, just maybe, it would be worth the wait. Maybe we should slow ourselves down a bit and take a look around. Maybe we should chat with the ferrymen who make their living on the slow road, the Road Not Taken. For in a ferry world—the rush of life doesn’t get in the way. On this day, I’ve taken the road less traveled, and that has made all the difference!
If you like this story, here is an opportunity to read more!
“The History of Dale Hollow Lake” A hardcover collection of articles by Darren Shell and numerous other authors around this amazing body of water. Compiled by Darren and his mother, Sheryl, story after historical story fill these 270 pages. From the famous “gator” story to the world record smallmouth bass, every lake lover will enjoy the one of a kind work, which chronicles this lake’s vast history and its present! Available at marinas around the lake, or at the author’s website:
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hen you come to Dale Hollow Lake to enjoy your fishing trip, be sure to check out GT’s Sports Bar and Grill. Tim Kelly offers his fabulous spin on some delicious grilled steaks, catfish, and Tim’s signature half-pound hand formed grilled burgers. Tim’s been dishing up some great food at GT’s since he took over in 2005. GT’s Sports Bar and Grill is family friendly and children are welcome. There is a game room, pool tables, air hockey game and darts, set up in the basement and TV’s are dotted around the restaurant and bar area for your favorite sports viewing. Tim’s mom, Nell, operates Nell’s Breakfast Kitchen in the morning hours at the same location. She serves up her delicious breakfast menu to all her hungry diners. Tim and Diane Mowers of Dale Hollow BBQ work very closely together to offer several events during the year, including an antique car show in the spring and the Sgt. Wesley Tucker Memorial Ride in the fall. Wesley gave his all for his country. They have
established a memorial bike ride to commemorate his service. In 2008, 92 bikes from all over the southeast participated and rode along Dale Hollow Lake’s beautiful windy roads enjoying the fall colors and camaraderie as they rode for a great cause. Registration took place at 9:00 AM with t-shirts for all of those who participated. Tim and Diane had a fabulous feast and music for all who returned in the afternoon. The proceeds from this ride were set up to honor Sgt. Wesley Tucker’s family and to give back to the students in Celina, Clay County, TN in the form of scholarships. The Sgt. Wesley Tucker Memorial Ride takes place next October 10th, 2009. Tim and Diane invite all to participate. Bring your bikes down, stay in one of the local cabins, motels or campgrounds that are around the lake and enjoy fall at Dale Hollow Lake. Come visit the businesses on the “Top of Cedar Hill” and enjoy the warmth, friendliness and the delicious food. Bon Appétit!
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FISHIN’ THE HOLLOW AT DHL DHL FISHING TOURNAMENTS March 27-29, 2009 • Hunting/Fishing Expo
800.325.2282 • www.parks.ky.gov/findparks/resortparks/dh/
April 4, 2009 • Wal-Mart BFL Tournament 270.252.1000 • http://bfl.flwoutdoors.com
April 18, 2009 • East Tn. Children’s Hospital Charity Bass Tournament 931.879.4767 • www.dalehollow.com
May 9, 2009 • 4th Annual Community Bank of the Cumberlands Bass Classic 931.752.7671 • www.dalehollow.com
June 6, 2009 • Kids Fishing Rodeo
931.243.3136 • www.lrn.usace.army.mil/op/DAL/rec/
October 3 & 4, 2009 • 24th Annual Dale Hollow Bass Classic 888.406.4704 • www.dalehollow.com
OCTOBER 17, 2009 • CITGO Harris Oil Tournament
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FISHIN’ THE HOLLOW ATAT DHL FISHIN’ THE HOLLOW DHL
Bobby Gentry's Guide Service When it's time to break from the ordinary! Servicing Dale Hollow & Surrounding Areas 25 yrs. Experience on Dale Hollow and a Tournament Fisherman • Coast Guard Certified • Group Trips Available • Day or Night Trips Available All Year • Fully Equipped
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JIMMY’S MARINE Sales & Service
• Authorized Service Center • Serving Dale Hollow & Lake Cumberland for over 25 years! • New and/or Obsolete Parts & Accessories • KY Hunting & Fishing Licenses & Supplies • Boat Pick-up & Delivery • Clean up & Winterizing • Bait, Gas, and Ice
OPEN YEAR ROUND • 606-387-6322 Rte. 2 • Box 900 • Hwy. 738 • Albany, KY 42602
HOW TO GAUGE THE WEIGHT OF FISH . . . IF YOU DON’T HAVE SCALES. Measure the fish from tip of nose to fork of tail then measure around the fish in front of the Pectoral fins. Now take the girth measurement and square it, then multiply this by the length measurement and divide the sum total by 800.
Example: Girth of fish = 12” : Length of fish = 30” 12 x 12 = 144, multiply by 30 = 4320 and divided by 800 = 5.4 pounds. THE WEIGHT OF YOUR FISH!
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DALE HOLLOW STATE PARK MARINA
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At Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park • 180 Slip, Full Service Marina • Ship’s Store with Deli • Shuttle Service to Restaurant and Golf Course • Overnight and Year around Slip Rentals • Pontoon, Ski Boat, and Jet Ski Rentals available • 18 Hole Golf Course, Mini Golf, Camping, Lodge, Island View Restaurant and more at Dale Hollow State Resort Park!
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FISHIN’ THE HOLLOW AT DHL Something That Can Never Be Purchased by Sara Beth Reagan
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hen the weather is right, my favorite thing to do is to go fishing. There is nothing more perfect than launching a boat into Dale Hollow Lake and smelling that clean cool air that comes off the water. I always stick my hand off the side of the boat just to feel the water. To me, Dale Hollow Lake is sacred. I have been searching its depths for fish since I was old enough to hold a pole. My favorite memories are fishing with my grandfather and my father. There is a difference between fishing with my father and fishing with my pa. When I fish with dad, it is like hunting for fish. We jump in his bass boat which looks like something out of Star Wars because it has so many gadgets. I get nervous about breaking things because his boat is nicer than my car. I feel like a circus clown because he gives me polarized sunglasses and a hat to wear that’s big enough for a sack of potatoes. Then we actually scour the coves for bass. When you add a silly hat and superman shades, it causes you to develop x-ray vision and you can see down in the water. It is like watching fish television because you can watch them go about their usual routines. Then it is up to you to pick the correct bait to entice the fish. With Dad’s method sometimes you win, sometimes you lose. I think my favorite thing is seeing his face after I have caught a fish. He looks so animated, so
happy that I have caught a fish. It seems as if it gives him greater joy for me to catch a fish than when he catches his own. Moments like that are priceless to me. With my pa, it is a different story entirely. We buy some earthworms and jump in his jon boat and troll around hoping for luck to be on our side. I’m not saying that pa’s boat isn’t nice, but compared to my dad’s
WI-FI SERVICES AROUND DHL Our young people value their internet access. To help make them feel more at home, here are a few places that have Wi-Fi service available around the lake. This is by no means a complete list, but what we know to be available. Check with the business listed for range and any fees.
North Dale Hollow Lake Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park • 800.325.2282 Hendricks Creek Resort • 800.321.4000 Sulphur Creek Resort • 270.433.7272 The Tompkinsville Inn • 270.487.9228
Big South Fork Area Fentress County Library 931.879.7512 Grand Vista Hotel 888.854.6300 Toll Free 866-INFO DHL (463-6345) • www.Go2DHL.com
boat it is like comparing a Ford Pinto to a Mercedes. Actually, pa’s boat is a really nice Pinto because I think it is the only jon boat with a depth finder, bucket seats, and an engine almost as big as the back of the boat. I don’t mind my pa’s way of fishing, I think I actually like it better. When I was younger I never wanted to bait my own hook. Now, I love grabbing an earthworm, ripping it in half, and sliding it onto the hook. I feel as if I have conquered a fear. It doesn’t bother me anymore to have worm guts on my hands. Pa and I always catch plenty of fish. They may not be bass, but I have just as much fun. When I was little I would always get tickled when pa would say we are fishing for crappie. My pa is a man of few words and it is the same way when we go fishing. The thing I love the most is watching him jump up when I get a big fish. It is so funny how he thinks I will have trouble reeling it in the boat. He still sees me as a little girl. That is another priceless moment. I guess I owe Dale Hollow Lake my memories. I know I owe it my fondest, most priceless moments. Dale Hollow has a healing power. No matter how bad life may seem at times, I can always sweet talk pa or dad and we can head out to the lake. All the stress melts away and I am just there enjoying something that can never be purchased.
South Dale Hollow Lake Cedar Hill Resort • 800.872.8393 Dale Hollow Marina, Inc. • 800.321.1669 Dale Hollow Outdoors • 866.HUNTFISH Deep Valley RV Park & Trout Farm • 931.823.2222 Holly Creek Resort • 800.337.1780 Horse Creek Resort • 800.545.2595 Millard Oakley Public Library • 931.823.1888 Overton Motel • 931.823.2075 Willow Grove Dock & Resort, Inc. • 931.823.6616
East Dale Hollow Lake East Port Marina & Resort 800.736.7951 Pickett County Library 931.864.6281 Sportsman’s Lodge Motel 931.864.3349 Sunset Marina & Resort 800.760.8550 DALE HOLLOW MARKETING GROUP, LLC — 17
DHL FISH HATCHERY & DAM
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he Dale Hollow National Fish Hatchery is a huge asset not only to the Dale Hollow Lake region, but to our nation. They fill a vital role in the management of our nation’s fishery resources. In addition to this aspect of their duties, they welcome more than 50,000 visitors annually to view the hatchery, aquarium and visitor center in Celina, TN. They provide off site presentations throughout the year, as well as maintaining a walking area and exercise road. There is also a public fishing area with plenty of space to view nature. Each year, the Dale Hollow Lake Fish Hatchery plays host to a Kids Fishing Rodeo. What better way can we inspire our young people to connect with Dale Hollow Lake? Bring your children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews to the DHL National Fish Hatchery on June 6th for a fun morning of fishing and great prizes. They are sure to have an experience that they will not soon forget. Andrew Currie, Hatchery Manager, welcomes everyone interested to stop by to tour the facility. He and his staff enjoy meeting their many visitors. They are open daily from 7:30AM-3:30PM (CST). Each tour includes a visit to the aquarium, visitor center, short film and a hatchery tour. They are located at 145 Fish Hatchery Rd., Celina, TN 38551. They are also working to establish a “Friends Group”. These groups have proven to be quite beneficial to the public lands throughout the region; helping to support various projects, events and activities that promote community support, education and the work of the facilities. If anyone is interested in participating, please give Andrew or his staff a call at (931) 243-2443.
The Dale Hollow NATIONAL Fish Hatchery 145 Fish Hatchery Road • Celina, TN 38551 Tel: 931-243-2443 • Fax: 931-243-3962 E-mail:
[email protected] www.fws.gov/dalehollow/
2009 annual events include: • JANUARY 17 & 24 —‑ Annual Public Eagle Watch (call to reserve @ 931-243-3136) • JUNE 6 — Kids Fishing Rodeo (Part of Tennessee’s free fishing day from 8 am to 12 noon. This is a free event for kids 15 and under.) • September 26 — Fall Lakeshore Clean Up • November 16 — Accepting Year 2010 Eagle Watch Reservations
Dates are subject to change. For information on Special Events at Dale Hollow Lake, contact:
RESOURCE MANAGER’S OFFICE DALE HOLLOW LAKE
540 Dale Hollow Dam Road Celina, Tennessee 38551 • 931-243-3136 www.lrn.usace.army.mil/op/DAL/rec 18 — DALE HOLLOW MARKETING GROUP, LLC
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CAMPING AT DHL
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amping at Dale Hollow Lake is a great opportunity to build lasting bonds between family and friends. Sharing the experience of the great outdoors and getting back to nature with those you love the most — what better way to spend time together? The sights and sounds one can experience are extraordinary; the lapping of the water on the shore, birds singing, children laughing, the warmth of the sunshine and the cool evening air to name a few. The relaxed family friendly atmosphere is wonderful. Call your family, friends, clubs or groups and schedule your getaway to Dale Hollow Lake. You’ll be glad you did. There’s a campground experience perfect for almost everyone. Hiking, biking, mountain biking and equestrian trails are nearby. If some of your group would rather not “rough it”, lodging can easily be arranged nearby. Happy Camping!
Campsites and Shelter reservations are available on a first come first serve basis. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Dale Hollow Lake charges fees at select camping and day use areas. The fees and dates listed below are subject to change by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
Reservations must be made in advance through the National Recreation Reservation Service at www.Recreation.gov.
Campground User Fee Dale Hollow Dam Recreation Area $17-$24 Willow Grove $12-$24 Lillydale $10-$24 Obey River $12-$24 Shelter Fee Range Pleasant Grove $40 Donaldson Park $50/150 Obey River Park $40 Lillydale Recreation Area $40 Dale Hollow Dam NA Willow Grove Shelter $35
Dates Electric Apr. 1 - Nov. 2 Yes May 15 - Sept. 8 Yes May 1 - Sept. 8 Yes Apr. 17 - Oct. 13 Yes
#People Max 50 Max 150 Max 150 Max 100 Max 250 Max 200
General Info 931.243.3554 931.823.4285 931.823.4155 931.864.6388
Season Electric Day Fee May 1 - Sept. 15 No Yes Apr. 1 - Nov. 1 Yes No Apr. 17 - Oct. 12 Yes/No Yes May 1 - Sept. 7 No Yes Apr. 1 - Nov. 1. No No May 15 - Sept. 7 Yes No
The locations listed below also offer camping facilities. Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park 800.325.2282 • www.parks.ky.gov Deep Valley RV Park & Trout Farm 931.823.2222 • www.deepvalleyrvpark.com Gunnels Fishing Camp 877.777.3478 • www.gunnelscamp.com Hunter’s Lodge 931.243.3459 www.dalehollowrentals.com Star Point Resort 866-STAR-PNT • www.starpointresort.com Sulphur Creek Resort 270.433.7272 • www.sulphurcreek.com Willow Grove Dock & Resort 931.823.6616 www.willowgrove.com Toll Free 866-INFO DHL (463-6345) • www.Go2DHL.com
Free Wireless Internet Access! 755 Hunter Cove Rd ~ Allons, TN 931.823.2222 www.deepvalleyrvpark.com DALE HOLLOW MARKETING GROUP, LLC — 19
ACCOMMODATIONS AT DHL South Dale Hollow Lake Area - TN Cedar Hill Resort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800.872.8393 • 931.243.3201 . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.cedarhillresort.com Dale Hollow Marina, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800.321.1669 • 931.243.2211 . . . . . . . . . . . . www.dalehollowmarina.com Deep Valley RV Park & Trout Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 931.823.2222 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.deepvalleyrvpark.com Holly Creek Resort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800.337.1780 • 931.243.2116 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.hollycreek.com Horse Creek Resort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800.545.2595 • 931.243.2125 . . . . . . . . . . . . www.horsecreek-resort.com Hunter’s Lodge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 931.243.3459 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.dalehollowrentals.com Mitchell Creek Marina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 866.533.1842 • 931.823.6666 . . . . . . . . . . . www.mitchellcreekmarina.com Overton Motel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 931.823.2075 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.overtonmotel.com Willow Grove Dock & Resort, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 931.823.6616 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.willowgrove.com
East Dale Hollow Lake Area - TN Dale Hollow Cabin Rental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 877.875.6602 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.dalehollowcabinrental.com Eagle Cove Resort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800.337.1780 • 931.864.3456 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.eaglecove.com East Port Marina & Resort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800.736.7951• 931.879.7511 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.eastport.info Gunnels Fishing Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 877.777.3478 • 931.864.7277 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.gunnelscamp.com The Rental Station at Dale Hollow . . . . . . . . . . . 888.230.4693 • 931.864.4281 . . . . . . . . . . www.rentalstationdalehollow.com Sportsmans Lodge Motel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 931.864.3349 . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.dalehollow.com/sportsmans lodge.htm Star Point Resort, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 866.782.7768 • 931.864.3115 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.starpointresort.com Sunset Marina & Resort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800.760.8550 • 931.864.3146 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.sunsetmarina.com
Big South Fork Area East Fork Stables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800.978.7245• 931.879.1176 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.eastforkstables.com Grand Vista Hotel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 888.854.6300 • 423.663.4100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.Stanlodge.com Longhorn Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 423.569.4158 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.Go2BSF4STEAK.com
North Dale Hollow Lake Area - KY Dale Hollow Getaways . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 866.788.0089 • 270.459.0241 . . . . . . . . . . . www.dalehollowgetaways.com Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park . . . . . . . . . . 800.325.2282 • 270.433.7431 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.parks.ky.gov Hendrick’s Creek Resort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800.321.4000 • 270.433.7172 . . . . . . . . . . www.hendrickscreek1.com/dhm9 Sulphur Creek Resort, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270.433.7272 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.sulphurcreek.com Timeless Trails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270.487.9228 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.tompkinsvilleinn.com The Tompkinsville Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270.487.9228 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.tompkinsvilleinn.com Wisdom Dock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800.840.8523 • 606.387.5821 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.wisdomdock.com
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Hunter’s Lodge DALE HOLLOW LAKE
An American owned and operated Lodge on Dale Hollow Lake in Tennessee’s Upper Cumberland Region!
~ House Rentals ~ Motel ~ Cabins ~
Approximately 1 mile from Dale Hollow Marina, Cedar Hill Resort, Pleasant Grove Campground, and Dale Hollow Dam!
For reservations 931.243.3459
315 Bill Hunter Road ~ Celina, TN 38551 ~ www.dalehollowrentals.com
163 NORTH, TOMPKINSVILLE, KY For Reservations: 270-487-9228 www.tompkinsvilleinn.com
Free Continental Breakfast ~ Free Wireless Internet Economy Rates ~ Cable TV-HBO Movies Fax Machine Access ~ Non-Smoking Rooms Available 1 or 2 Bedroom Suites with Full Kitchen Swimming Pool
Also Check Out Our Rental Cabins ... Just the Thing for a Trip to Dale Hollow! Bob Greer, General Manager
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Southern Hospitality Awaits You! Let Craig & Joanne Jordan Help You! 1409 Cordell Hull Memorial Drive Byrdstown, TN 38549
Off: 931-864-4281 • Cell: 931-261-8443 Toll Free: 1-888-230-4693 VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR DETAILS! www.rentalstationdalehollow.com DALE HOLLOW MARKETING GROUP, LLC — 21
ACCOMMODATIONS AT DHL Only 20 Minutes from Dale Hollow Lake!
• FREE Wireless High Speed Internet! • Telephone • Cable TV • Microwave • Fridge in ALL roomS! • Great Rates! • Great Accommodations! • AND Great Meals PET FRIENDLY! NEARBY!
At the Junction of Highways 294, 52, 111 Livingston, TN 38570
931-823-2075
Additional pet charge is necessary
www.OvertonMotel.com
• Wireless Internet • Central Heat & Air • Cable TV with free movie channel
• Picnic Area
with charcoal grills
• Boat Parking with electricity & security lighting
1201 Livingston Hwyway • State Route 111 Byrdstown, TN 38549 931-864-3349 www.dalehollow.com/sportsmans lodge.htm
CABIN IN THE
WOODS! • Rustic 2 Bedrooms • 1.5 Baths • Full Kitchen
HARRY & ANNA
Vacation Rentals John phelps, jr. Property Manager / Agent
Cell: 270-459-0241 Nights: 270-433-7953 Toll Free: 866-788-0089
[email protected] www.DaleHollowGetaways.com Robert C. Davis, Broker 22 — DALE HOLLOW MARKETING GROUP, LLC
Great for Hunting and Fishing Trips! Center Point Road • Tompkinsville, KY 42167 270-487-9228 • www.tompkinsvilleinn.com
The Best Kept Secret on Dale Hollow Lake Gloriously tucked away and treasured by seasoned fishermen, Gunnels is located on the Wolf River. We offer a relaxing, old fashioned fishing camp for those who enjoy fishing, canoeing, boating, hiking, or just being outdoors.
• Country Store • Live Bait • Groceries • Gas • Ice • Antique Fishing Lures • Cabins
VIC & SHELIA LOWHORN
4244 Gunnels Rd. • Byrdstown, TN
931-864-7277 • 877-777-3478
[email protected] www.gunnelscamp.com Fish Reciprocal Waters with Your Tennessee OR Kentucky Fishing License
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OUTDOOR ADVENTURES AROUND DHL OUTDOOR ADVENTURES AROUND DALE HOLLOW LAKE HIKING
Big South Fork National Park . . . . www.nps.gov/biso Bunkum Cave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.FriendsofCordellHull.org Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park . www.parks.ky.gov Pickett State Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.tnstateparks.com
423-286-7275 931-864-3247 800-325-2282 877-260-0010
KAYAKING
Against The Flow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 931-864-6397 www.dalehollow.com/kayak.htm
SCUBA DIVING
Willow Grove Scuba Shop . . . . . . . . 931-823-4794 www.willowgrove.com
TRAIL RIDING
Big South Fork National Park . . . . 423-286-7275 www.nps.gov/biso CEDAR CREEK CATTLE CO. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 931-260-1650 www.cedarcreekcattlecompany.com Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park . . . 270-433-7431 www.parks.ky.gov East Fork Stables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-97-TRAIL www.eastforkstables.com SOUTHEAST PACK TRIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . 931-879-2260 www.southeastpacktrips.com
MOUNTAIN BIKING
Big South Fork National Park . . . . 423-286-7275 www.nps.gov/biso Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park . 800-325-2282 www.parks.ky.gov Pickett State Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 877-260-0010 www.tnstateparks.com
Photo Credit: Karen Potts
ATV RIDES/TOURS
BRIMSTONE RECREATION . . . . . . 1-800-BRIMSTONE www.brimstonerecreation.com
AGAINST the FLOW’S
KAYAK
RENTALS &TRIPS FREE DALE HOLLOW DELIVERY PADDLING ALL SEASONS
Look for Our Monthly Specials in the Lake Times News
931-510-6939 Hwy. 111, Byrdstown TN
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Monroe County We invite you to explore our natural beauty of the Upper Cumberland hills, the Cumberland River & the headwaters of the Barren River, great recreational opportunities, and the hospitality of a slower paced lifestyle of rural Kentucky . . .
Great Food, Festivals, Phone 270-487-1314 www.monroecountyky.com & Fun!
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GETTING MARRIED ON DHL
Ma & Pa’s
Florist & Gift Shack Family Owned & Operated Over 16 Years — we are the area’s hometown shop for all your gift needs!
931-864-7050 1-866-768-6272
Joyce Bond, Owner 601 W. Main St. ~ Byrdstown, TN
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hinking about tying the knot? Want your wedding to be unique and special? Forget the Bahamas and the Caribbean, come to Dale Hollow Lake and have a special wedding on one of the most picturesque lakes in the country. Dale Hollow Lake now has several wedding chapels, including Seventh Heaven Wedding Chapel in Celina. Several other options include getting married by Reverend Rocket on Anchors Aweigh, a luxury yacht on Dale Hollow Lake which can include overnight luxury accommodations, dinner cruise, and reception and wedding arrangements. You could also plan a simple wedding on the shorelines of Dale Hollow Lake that can be quite nice, with caterers that can offer country cooking, BBQ or a sit down meal at one of their restaurants. There are many other service providers that can offer beautiful services like Ashley’s Classy Cuts or Platinum Spa and Salon in Livingston. Cricket’s is a new boutique in downtown Livingston that offers a great wedding register, an expansive and unique Vera Wang collection, and lots of gifts for the bride and groom. Dyer Drugs in Albany, KY also has plenty of gifts and supplies for wedding showers and more. Ma & Pa’s Florist and Gift Shack can take care of all your floral needs, tuxedo rentals, and more. Getting married is one of the most special days of any lifetime and making memories is what Dale Hollow Lake is known for. The popularity of Dale Hollow Lake, couples that have fallen in love here, and couples wanting to renew their vows, have made this a popular destination among many for their special day.
For more information about “Getting Married on DHL” 1-866-INFO-DHL (463-6345) or visit www.Go2DHL.COM Marriage Licenses in Tennessee — $35.00 (with 4 hour marriage counseling session) $95.00 without counseling Tennessee marriage licenses may be obtained in the County Court Clerk’s office in each county: Pickett County – 931-864-3879 • Overton County – 931-823-2631 Clay County – 931-243-2249 • Fentress County – 931-879-8014
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Marriage Licenses in Kentucky — $35.50 Kentucky marriage licenses may be obtained in the County Court Clerk’s office in each county: Clinton County – 606-387-5943 Monroe County – 270-487-5471 Cumberland County – 270-864-3726
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RESTAURANTS & DINING AROUND DHL Chef “Zoom” - Lakeside Dining at Sunset Restaurant
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here is a lot to know about Chef Zoom of Sunset Restaurant on beautiful Dale Hollow Lake. He has been turning out some wonderful dishes over the past few summers, and always likes to turn it up a notch with his Cajun cooking — one of his specialties. What’s not to like about Chef Zoom? He is always happy, strumming his guitar, and serving visitors a wonderful meal. Not every restaurant has a personality and soul like this one; Chef Zoom at Sunset Restaurant creates a unique atmosphere. He was born in Ft. Benning, GA and raised in Ohio. After he turned 18, he joined the military and ended up in the south on the Gulf Coast and in the Carolinas. Cooking was a hobby at the time, but at age 40, cooking became his life. He attended a cooking school in Louisville and began cooking with Chef Jim Bonan at Escofier in Bardstown, KY. Jim, an accomplished chef himself, traveled and cooked extensively in Europe and has published a quintessential cookbook. Following that experience, Zoom worked with John Hall in Bardstown at Dagwoods for 9 years. John taught him one of the most important lessons in cooking; sight, smell and taste are the fundamentals. Bringing personality into a dish is an art that chefs spend hours perfecting and Chef Zoom is excellent at his craft. Zoom has graced Dale Hollow Lake with his passion for cooking and serves up some of his favorite dishes like his award winning “Shrimp Baton Rouge”, “Shrimp Elisabeth” and a “Gulf Coast Enchilada” that he is sharing here with our readers and on www.Go2DHL.com. Cooking should be fun and is a form of entertainment and socializing for many. Zoom endeavors to create a memorable experience for his clients’ taste buds and he loves to see their reaction when they take that first bite of food. He revels in their feedback.
Zoom loves Dale Hollow Lake and feels blessed to be able to “move it up a notch” at the lake. He regularly offers his Cajun and Creole specialties on the specials board throughout the summer. He credits the vision of Sunset’s owner and manager Tom Allen for hiring him when he did, and for allowing him the leeway of expanding the menu, and to cook with no boundaries. Of course, every restaurant needs good management and an excellent serving team. Sunset Restaurant is known for great service, friendly and professional wait staff, and quality food. When he isn’t cooking and working at Sunset Restaurant, Zoom loves to visit “mom and pop” restaurants and experience their southern cooking. He loves sitting on his porch, sipping bourbon and playing his guitar. Sometimes you will find Zoom strumming outside the kitchen door at Sunset, if he can take a few moments, to enjoy the lake view and play music — his other passion. When asked what his biggest accomplishment has been at Sunset Restaurant on Dale Hollow Lake, he feels like it has been in his ability to offer his unique style of cooking and culinary atmosphere to the Dale Hollow Lake region. His repeat customers from Nashville, Knoxville, Fairfield Glade, Florida, New York and the Midwestern states have been visiting Dale Hollow Lake for generations and obviously love the experience. Sunset Restaurant opens the first week of April and closes towards the end of October each year. Visit Sunset Marina and Resort’s website for up-to-date restaurant hours, houseboat and cabin rental rates, catering, special events, a peak through their webcam and more!
www.sunsetmarina.com
Gulf Coast Enchilada
created by: Chef Zoom, Sunset Restaurant - Serves 8 Salad Shrimp Crab Scallops Crawfish Trinity
2 cups chopped 2 cups chopped 2 cups chopped 1 lbs. = 2 cups chopped 4 cups
Parmesan Cheese Green Chilies Jalapeno Peppers Seafood Seasoning Seafood Stock White Wine Quesadilla Cheese
½ cup 1 cup chopped ¼ cup chopped ¼ cup 2 cups ½ cup 2 cups
(Equal parts of bell pepper, onion, and celery chopped)
931-864-3146
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(50/50 Cheese, Mild Cheddar, Monterey Jack Blend)
Heavy Cream Flour Tortillas
1 quart 1 package
Heat 4 oz. of oil over high heat in a large deep sauté pan. Combine crab, scallops, crawfish, shrimp, and trinity. Add to pan and bring to a simmer. Add chilies, jalapeno peppers, seafood seasonings, stock and wine, bring to a simmer. Cook for three minutes. Remove seafood and vegetables and set aside. Bring stock back to a simmer and let it reduce to ½. Then add cream and quesadilla cheese. Stir well until cheese melts. Add Parmesan cheese, stir until cheese melts and simmer until thickened. Add seafood mixture and stir in sauce and heat to 160 degrees F. Warm up 10” flour tortilla in microwave for 10 seconds. Pour 4 oz. of seafood mixture across the middle of the tortilla, leaving room to fold over ends. Roll tortilla over top, and fold. Place in middle of oven plate, cover with 1 Tbs. Monterey Jack cheese blend. Place in oven, under broiler until cheese melts and starts to brown. Place enchilada in middle of a dinner plate and garnish with steamed vegetables, rice or Spanish rice. Garnish with green onions and cheese.
RESTAURANTS & DINING AROUND DHL South Dale Hollow Lake AREA - TN Bilmar Station • 931.823.1706 Cedar Hill Resort 800.872.8393 • 931.243.3201
Parkway Family Restaurant 931.823.9414 Spooky Nell’s Kitchen (Breakfast) 931.243.4451
East Dale Hollow Lake AREA - TN
Dale Hollow 1 Stop BBQ 931.243.4445 Dale Hollow BBQ • 931.243.2297 Dutch Country Restaurant 931.243.3333
Bailey’s Moodyville Country Store 931.864.3697 Dale Hollow Shell, Inc. 931.864.3761
El Rey Azteca Restaurant 931.243.4670 The Galley at Mitchell Creek 866.533.1842 • 931.823.6666 GT’S Sports Bar & Grill 931.243.4451 Horse Creek Café 800.545.2595 • 931.243.2125 The Juju Bean Cafe • 931.243.5077 Overton Restaurant • 931.823.4964
North Dale Hollow Lake AREA - KY Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park 800.325.2282 • 270.433.7431 El Rey Azteca Restaurant 270.864.1684 The Lighthouse Restaurant at Wisdom Dock 800.840.8523 • 606.387.5821 Mike’s Landing Restaurant 270.433.7272
East Port Marina & Resort 800.736.7951 • 931.879.7511
Uncle Jack’s BBQ • 606.387.4005
Farmhouse Restaurant 931.864.4070
Big South Fork Area, TN
Main Street Deli • 931.864.3354
Cumberland Mountain General Store • 931.863.3880
Hitchin’ Post Cafe • 931.752.2829
Preston’s Steak House 423.569.4158
Sunset Marina & Resort Restaurant 800.760.8550 • 931.864.3146
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Sulphur Creek Resort’s floating restaurant is open from April to mid September with delicious food and friendly service! So take a break and come on in!
Enjoy mouth-watering food in a unique family atmosphere . . . and from Memorial Day to Labor Day, try our weekend breakfast and dinner buffets!
270.433.7272
3498 Sulphur Creek Rd. ~ Burkesville, KY www.sulphurcreek.com 28 — DALE HOLLOW MARKETING GROUP, LLC
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RESTAURANTS & DINING AROUND DHL Open Pit BBQ!
Hickory Smoked!
DALE HOLLOW
1 STOP BBQ 931-243-4445
BBQ PORK ~ CHICKEN ~ HOMEMADE SIDES Just minutes from Cedar Hill, Dale Hollow & Holly Creek Resorts!
Delicious Authentic Mexican Food & Friendly Atmosphere! El Rey welcomes Boaters, Vacationers, and Locals to experience the flavor of Mexico right here on the Lake!
5 LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU • MT. JULIET • LAFAYETTE • GAINESBORO 145 East Lake Ave. 132 North Main St. Celina, TN 38551 Burkesville, KY 42717 931-243-4670 270-864-1684
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK!! Fresh • Fast • Friendly Dine in or Full Service Catering Take Out!
Open Year ‘Round!
Joe’s Pumpkin Barn &
BBQ
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PLEASE PRESENT COUPON
DAILY SPECIALS!
Catering and Events!
BUY ONE & GET ONE 1/2 PRICE
5 miles West of Monticello, KY on Hwy. 90 in Windy, KY
(one free per table/family)
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK • Sun-Thurs 11 am to 9 pm • Fri-Sat 11 am to 9:30 pm
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5774 Burkesville Rd. (Hwy 53) Celina, TN (next to CITGO)
606.340.8701
“Probably the best beef brisket this side of Austin, TX”
On Beautiful Dale Hollow Lake!
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A full service, two story restuarant with outside balconies and seats 100. 1260 Livingston Boat Dock Road, Allons, TN 38541 (931) 823-6666 • 866-533-1842
[email protected] • www.mitchellcreekmarina.com
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Parkway Family
Restaurant
Welcome one and all!! Delicious Bar-B-Que and More . . . DINE IN OR CARRY OUT!
• Best Catfish in Town! • Freshly Ground Beef 616 East Main Street at Light #7 Livingston, TN 38570 931-823-9414
Located across from SGT. ALVIN C. YORK HISTORIC PARK 2800 North York Hwy. • Pall Mall, TN 38577
931-752-2829
Owners Kelly & Jo Jones Welcome You!
Amish Country Cooking
• Full service Amish bakery • Breakfast, lunch, & dinner menu • Daily lunch & dinner specials • Dine-in, buffet, carry out, or event catering • Open 7 days a week
Stop in and experience a meal your whole family can enjoy! Formerly the Crow’s Nest Delicious Dishes • Great Service Affordable Prices
820 East Lake Avenue • Celina, Tennessee 931-243-3333 • www.dutchcountryrestaurant.com
Amish Handcrafted Mattresses NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS 1012 Mitchell Street • Celina, Tennessee Call 931-243-4425 to find a dealer near you! ASK FOR DUTCH CRAFT BY NAME! www.sleepdutchcraft.com
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Best Food Served around Dale Hollow!
931-864-3697
931-864-3697
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Amish Specialty Foods • Daily Lunch Specials • Catering & Delivery 2969 Moodyville Road • Byrdstown, TN 38549 www.amishcountrystores.com
FRIDAY NIGHT SPECIALS!
2 Piece Catfish Dinner or Hamburger Steak Dinner
SATURDAY NIGHT STEAK SPECIALS!
Owners: Steve, Retta & Graceann Reagan
Farm house
Restaurant The Best Catfish Around!
Located at the Overton Motel 1035 East Main Street • Livingston, TN 38570
931-823-4964
Join us for all Nascar Races - College Football & Basketball - Pro Football & Basketball, Golf and more!
Served on Friday & Saturday Nights all you can eat hot bar • Catering Private Parties • Banquet Room
Hwy. 111 • Byrdstown, TN 38549 Mon. — Sat. 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Closed Sundays • 931-864-4070
Come out and try our great cooking. It’s the best food in town with just the right atmosphere!
BIG PARTIES THROUGHOUT THE YEAR! Mon. thru Wed. Closed • Thurs: 5 pm to 10 pm Fri: 5 pm to 12 pm • Sat: 12 to 12 • Sun: 12 to 10 pm
2002 Cedar Hill Rd. • Celina, TN 38551 931-243-4451 • www.GtsSportsBarandGrill.com
Bikers Welcome! Drop by and make us your Destination!
DALE HOLLOW B•B•Q SPOOKY NELL’S KITCHEN Come on up and join us on the hill GOOD FOOD AND GOOD TIMES!!
Catering • Dine In • Dine out 28 Cedar Hill Rd. • Celina, TN 38551
931-243-2297 W E D E L I V E R T O LO C A L D O C K S !
Closed Mon. thru Wed. • Summer: Thurs. - Sun. 9 am 8 pm • Winter: Close at 7 pm Toll Free 866-INFO DHL (463-6345) • www.Go2DHL.com
Right next door to GT’s Sports Bar and Grill! Open Thursday thru Sunday from 6 am to Noon
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CRUISE ON IN at DALE HOLLOW LAKE
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f you happen to be in Byrdstown on the first Saturday of the month, from March through October, be sure to stop by Dale Hollow Shell. The Byrdstown Kountry Kruisers (www.ByrdstownKountryKruisers.webs.com) will have congregated for their monthly Cruise In. Johnny & Janice Sells, Robert & Joyce Bond, Darrell & Lisa Huddleston, along with some of their family and friends decided sometime in 2006 to start a local car show/cruise in. They all LOVE their vintage automobiles and wanted to share that passion with other like-minded individuals. So, they visited some of the other automobile events around the area and found that no one else was meeting on the first Saturday of the month. That became their date. For those of you that don’t know what a Cruise In is, it is a gathering of folks that want to get together to have a good time, show off their prized autos, listen to some vintage music and visit a while. You don’t even have to bring a vehicle to display. Just come and hang out with everyone. Everyone comes and goes as they please. You can bring a car, truck, motorcycle, or whatever. The weekend of the 4th of July, a group of speedboaters came up from the lake to show off their machines. They have also incorporated a Swap Meet to add to the Cruise In, so if you have anything automobile related that you want to bring to swap, bring it along. They have seen a fairly steady growth in turn out for the event. People come from all over with many from Indiana and Ohio. On average, around 35-40 autos show up each month with that number expected to increase as word gets around. Even the high gas prices of this summer haven’t kept people from coming. Cruise Ins are plentiful around the area. Most are monthly gatherings from March through October, while others are once a year. A listing of those that we are aware of follows. However, we realize that there are most likely others around the region. We invite our readers to let us know about those, too. As we receive this information, we will try to list what we can on our website events calendar: www.Go2DHL.com.
Each Thursday — Monticello, KY (20-60 autos each week) 1st Thursday — Bike Night at Jamestown Sports Grill - 5 pm-10 pm (CST) 3rd Thursday — Cruise Night at Jamestown Sports Grill (classic, antique & hot rods) 5 pm-10 pm (CST) 1st Saturday in October (during the Roller Coaster Yard Sale)— Cumberland River Cruise In at Alex Montgomery Chevrolet in Burkesville, KY Livingston Info: Larry & Rhonda Young - 931.823.6648 Byrdstown Info: Johnny Sells - 931.864.3761 www.ByrdstownKountryKruisers.webs.com
OPEN S 24 HOUR
TOURIST
INFORMATION CENTER Gas ~ Ice ~ Propane ~ Car Wash ~ ATM Firewood ~ Freshly Brewed Coffee Deli ~ Fountain Drinks ~ Fresh Pizza BREAKFAST BAR • HOT LUNCH BAR
1160 Hwy 111 • Byrdstown, TN
931-864-3761
We Appreciate Your Business
1st Saturday-Byrdstown, TN 2nd Saturday — Livingston, TN 3rd Saturday — Sparta, TN 4th Saturday — Somerset, KY (large event) 32 — DALE HOLLOW MARKETING GROUP, LLC
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RESTAURANTSSHOPPING & DINING AROUND DHL
UNCLE JACK’S
B.B.Q. Restaurant & Catering AWARD WINNING BARBEQUE!! Texas Style BBQ brought to Tennessee & Kentucky with just a touch of Country Cooking! • Everything here is made from scratch • Clifton & Sherry Herald, Owners 5767 S. Hwy. 127 • Albany, KY 42602
606-387-4005
at the intersection of Hwy. 127 & Hwy. 111 on the TN/KY State Line
www.unclejacksbbq.food.officelive.com
All Markets are open as produce is available and until sold out that day. Please call first to verify early or late season produce. Albany Clinton Co., TN
Byrdstown Pickett Co., TN
Mountain View Recreational Park Hwy. 127 N. Albany, KY, 42602 606.387.5404
Next to the Dale Hollow Shell Hwy. 111 Byrdstown, TN, 38549 931.864.3310
May-Oct Tues. & Thurs. 1 pm to 5 pm Sat. 8 am until sold out
Fri. & Sat. 7 am to 5 pm until sold out
Livingston Overton Co., TN 310 North Main St. Livingston, TN 38570 931.823.2735
Tompkinsville Monroe Co., KY
509 N. Main St. Tompkinsville, KY 42167 270.487.5504 June-Oct. Tues. & Thurs. 2 pm until sold out Sat. 8 am until sold out.
Mid-May-Mid-Oct Open Mon. – Sat. 7 am until sold out
the juju bean cafe “a cute little bohemian cafe”
Tasting Room and Gift Shop Hours: Monday Thru Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Sunday: 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
• Espresso Drinks • Fruit Smoothies • Panini • Quiche • Soups • Salads • Baked Goods Superb daily specials using locally grown produce, fresh herbs, quality meats, cheeses, & breads!
At The Brickhouse 812 E. Lake Ave. ~ Celina, TN ~ 931-243-5077 Along with The Enchanted Garden & Yoga Room Come fill up your belly at the
Main Street Deli Wings
Hamburgers
Sausages
Hot & Cold Subs and our famous Pizzas! Please call ahead to place your order 101 MAIN ST. ON THE SQUARE IN BYRDSTOWN, TN Mon - Thurs: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. • Fri - Sat: 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.
We now sell our meats and cheeses by the pound, sliced fresh, just for you!
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WINERY & VINEYARDS
600 Lance Drive • Baxter, TN 38544 931.858.1177 • www.delmonacowinery.com DALE HOLLOW MARKETING GROUP, LLC — 33
RESTAURANTS & SHOPPING AROUND DHL One of The Oldest Pharmacies in Kentucky. . . Located On the Square in Burkesville!
SMITH PHARMACY, INC. AND GIFT SHOP
P.O. BOX 247 204 COURTHOUSE SQUARE BURKESVILLE, KENTUCKY 42717 CALL 270-864-2231
SHOPPING A Family Owned and Operated Farm Winery!!
at the
Since 1998, Holly Ridge has been producing award-winning wines made from the finest grapes grown in sloping vineyards surrounding the winery itself.
Hours of Operation: Mon - Sat: 10 am - 6 pm Sun: 1 pm - 5 pm
A selection of over 30 wines varying from Dinner Wines to Sweet Dessert Wines! We have a wine to please every palate!
JUST MINUTES FROM I-40, Exit 288 And close to many area marinas! 486 O’Neal Road • Livingston, TN 38570
931-823-8375
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SHIP’S STORE Check us out! 270.433.7272 3498 Sulphur Creek Rd. Burkesville, KY www.sulphurcreek.com
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Chestnut Hill Winery on the Cumberland Plateau
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hestnut Hill Winery opened in the fall of 2007 and has been offering visitors a fun day outing with tastes of Tennessee wines and cheeses with great hospitality. Harold, Nancy, Darrin and Trudi Stryker are the current owners of the winery, conveniently located at the East Bound Entrance, Exit #322, off of I-40. They have had a lot of fun with this new venture, and thank everyone for making their dream become a reality and an overwhelming success. The Stryker’s moved to Cumberland County in 1977. Since that time, they have operated a 525 acre farm, opened the Farm Pantry Restaurant serving beef raised on their farm, and have opened their real estate office United Country Town & Country Realty in Crossville, TN, home of Fairfield Glade. They acquired “Chestnut Hill Winery” in May of 2007. After “combing its hair and brushing its teeth” (as Harold describes it) with extensive renovations, they have extended the wine selection and added a great gift store. Chestnut Hill Winery is a destination for wine tastings, window tours, and gift shopping with an amazing restaurant next door, The Brass Lantern, that will tantalize your taste buds with a gourmet menu of veal, seafood, lamb or steaks. Pastry Chef Netti will
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tempt you with daily homemade desserts that are the perfect touch with coffee or tea. The Chestnut Hill Winery Gift Store is a very unique gift shop where everything is wine related with many items specially produced for the winery under the “Chestnut Hill Winery” label. There is also a great selection of items “Made in Tennessee” such as their signature cheeses, hand crafted items, and works by Tennessee authors. Their Tennessee cheeses are produced at Tennessee dairy farms and are proudly served at their wine tastings. There is a special coffee roasted in Maryville, Tennessee, Grandpa Yoder’s Amish-made jams and jellies, Tennessee River BBQ Sauce, and locally produced honey. Chestnut Hill Winery’s wine is produced on site and their “WINE MAKER” Marty Hoover brought his expertise of 12 years to Chestnut Hill Winery. Marty is confident to expand the wine selection over the next few years to come, and loves to talk to anyone about wine. Visit Chestnut Hill Winery and meet their friendly staff and enjoy a taste of the Cumberland Plateau! Wine tasting is free and window tours are available at any time. Bus and RV Parking is available! www.ChestnutHillWinery.com.
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T he Yellow Ribbon Arts & Crafts Gallery ,OCATED IN THE CHARMING (ISTORIC TOWN OF -ARROWBONE +9 WHICH STILL REMAINS A SIMPLE MOUNTAIN TOWN WITH ITS GENEROUS LOCAL RESIDENTS AND LONGTIME TRADITIONS OF EMBRACING NEWCOMERS "LENDING OLD IDEAS WITH NEW ONES PROVIDES AN AVENUE OF CREATIVITY FOR LOCAL ARTISTS 7E HAVE CHOSEN TO REPRESENT POTTERS WEAVERS GLASS ART QUILTS PHOTOGRAPHY PAINTINGS WOODWORKING AND A MIX OF MANY OTHER TALENTS 7E HAVE 6INTAGE #OLLECTIBLES !NTIQUES AND OF COURSE 6INTAGE "OOKS 4HE SOUNDS OF LOCAL BLUEGRASS BANDS IN THE BACKGROUND WILL CARRY YOU AWAY Stop by today!
www.yellowribbontradingpost.blogspot.com Over 4,500 square feet of shopping! Plan on being here for a while . . . located in the former Pace Home. Featuring: "EAN 0OD 3OY #ANDLES s &RAGRANCE