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 Tennessee has some Wonderful wineries! Take a weekend drive through this Gorgeous state and stop of at some of the many tasteful wineries along the way. Here is a bit of Tennessee wine country history as well as a list of their location and web sites.

    During the late 1800s, vineyards were flourishing in Tennessee, mostly in areas that were believed to be unsuitable for other agricultural uses. At the time, it appeared that grape-growing would become one of Tennessee's most important cash crops. However, Prohibition all but ended this promise in 1919. It is just within the last quarter of this century that grape growing (and wine-making) has seen a remarkable recovery.

    In 1973, seven individuals interested in viticulture and oenology gathered around a kitchen table in Clarksville and organized The Tennessee Viticultural and Oenological Society(TVOS.)  From this small beginning, TVOS membership has grown by leaps and bounds and includes both amateur and commercial grape growers and wine-makers.

 By 1982, several commercial wineries had been licensed across the state and those members of TVOS saw the need to establish an organization for commercial growers and wineries. Soon after, the Tennessee Farm Winegrowers Association(TFWA) was organized to encourage and support this new agri-business in Tennessee.

    Now the two organizations work together to coordinate and advance the efforts of all Tennessee grape interests, including promotion, information, and legislation.

In 1985, TVOS and TFWA jointly sponsored a. bill in the state legislature which ultimately created the Viticulture Advisory Board (VAB). Its nine members are appointed by the Governor to advise and report on the potential and proper direction for the growth of the Tennessee grape and wine industry. TVOS and TFWA each have a representative on this important board.

 ~ YOUR TENNESSEE WINERY GUIDE ~

BE SURE TO VISIT CROSSVILLE'S VERY OWN PRESTIGE WINERY! "STONEHAUS WINERY"    *It's the only place I'd go to buy my Merlot*   http://www.stonehauswinery.com/index.html

 CHEERS! 

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 Whether you are considering investing, building a dream cabin, a weekend hide-a-way, or putting down permanent roots, this is one opportunity you will want to act on RIGHT NOW!

Shiloh Country is nestled on the Cumberland Plateau and features some of the most scenic property in Tennessee. Natural and unspoiled views that go for miles, makes this real estate some of the most desirable anywhere.

Shiloh Country offers you and your family a beautiful place to experience the essence of mountain country while enjoying all that Tennessee has to offer.

Shiloh Country directly borders the West Fork Obey River, which helps crate Dale Hollow Lake. Located under two hours from Nashville, Knoxville or Chattanooga, and only minutes from Crossville and Cookeville, TN.

Shiloh Country presents some of the most unique features Tennessee can offer; 3/4 of a mile river frontage on the Obey River with common river areas and full river access, dual valley views centered off of Gam Hollow Creek, panoramic mountain ridge views, nature trails teaming with wildlife, paved road access and all utilities

 RIVER FRONTAGE LOTS STILL AVAILABLE WHILE THEY LAST!  5+ ACRE LOTS STARTING AT $39,000.   

 Shiloh Country Offers:

 . 3/4 OF A MILE ON THE WEST FORK OBEY RIVER.

 . MOUNTAIN, RIVER AND VALLEY VIEWS.

 . FULL ACCESS RIVERFRONT COMMON AREA.

 . ALL 5+ ACRE LOTS & GREATER.

. TRAILS, WILDLIFE, STREAMS, SPRINGS.

 . ONLY 30 MINUTES FROM CROSSVILLE, TN

 . ONLY 40 MINUTES FROM COOKEVILLE, TN.

 . HORSEBACK RIDING AT THE BIG SOUTH FORK

 . GOLF 11 CHAMPIONSHIP COURSES.

 . NUMEROUS STATE PARKS & HUNTING LANDS.

 . ALL PUBLIC UTILITIES.

 . 15 MINUTES FROM EAST PORT MARINA ON THE WORLD FAMOUS "DALE HOLLOW LAKE"

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   Crossville, Tennesse proudly wears the name "Golf capital of Tennessee" Offering dozens of golf courses with lake, mountain and TN forest views. Listed below you will find some of our great courses and a link to their site.  Welcome to Crossville and Happy Golfing.

Crossville, TN Golf Courses

Deer Creek Golf Club, Deer Creek Course

18 holes over 6,251 yards with a par of 72 (Public)
445 Deer Creek Dr
Crossville, TN 38571-0281
(931) 456-0178
4 miles from center of Crossville.

Bear Trace At Cumberland Mountain, Bear Trace Course

18 holes over 6,900 yards with a par of 72 (Public)
407 Wild Plum Ln
Crossville, TN 38572-1117
(888) 800-2327
5 miles from center of Crossville.

River Run Golf Club, River Run Course

18 holes over 6,509 yards with a par of 72 (Public)
1701 Tennessee Ave
Crossville, TN 38555-5719
(931) 456-4060
6 miles from center of Crossville.

Dorchester Country Club, Dorchester Course

18 holes (Public)
576 Westchester Dr
Crossville, TN 38558-8249
(931) 484-3709
6 miles from center of Crossville.

Stonehenge Golf Course, Stonehenge Course

18 holes over 6,549 yards with a par of 72 (Public)
222 Fairfield Blvd
Crossville, TN 38558-6413
(931) 484-3731
6 miles from center of Crossville.

Heatherhurst Golf Course, Brae Course

18 holes over 6,499 yards with a par of 72 (Private Non-Equity)
7827 Peavine Rd
Crossville, TN 38558-6982
(931) 484-3799
7 miles from center of Crossville.

Heatherhurst Golf Course, Crag Course

18 holes over 6,171 yards with a par of 72 (Private Non-Equity)
7827 Peavine Rd
Crossville, TN 38558-6982
(931) 484-3799
7 miles from center of Crossville.

Lake Tansi Village Country Club, Lake Tansi Village Course

18 holes over 6,701 yards with a par of 72 (Public)
2476 Dunbar Rd
Crossville, TN 38572-
(931) 788-3301
7 miles from center of Crossville.

Druid Hills Golf Course, Druid Hills Course

18 holes (Private Non-Equity)
1301 Lakeview
Crossville, TN 38558
(931) 484-3711
14 miles from center of Crossville.

Mountain Ridge Golf Club, Mountain Ridge Course

18 holes over 6,673 yards with a par of 72 (Public)
16941 Highway 70 N
Monterey, TN 38574-6917
(931) 839-3313
19 miles from center of Crossville.

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  Elvis Presley's home called Graceland is located in Memphis and is the most visited house in the country after the White House.

  The "Guinness Book of World Records" list the Lost Sea in Sweetwater as the largest underground lake in the United States.

  Nashville's Grand Ole Opry, first broadcast in 1925 as the "Barn Dance" is the world's longest-running live radio show. Hundreds of thousands of people attend yearly to hear country-and western music

  Nashville is the site of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum.

   The name of origin of Tennessee is of Cherokee origin; the exact meaning is unknown.

 Adopted in 1905, the Tennessee state flag is crimson, blue and white, and features three stars representing the grand divisions of the state: East, Middle and West.

 Over 600 documented waterfalls.

 Tennessee has over 250 Lakes. Over 540,000 lake acres.

Tennessee has 13 mountain peaks over 6000'  Highest peak "Clingmans Dome" at 6643 feet.  The Great Smoky Mountains are covered by lush vegetation which trap and create moisture and contributes to the "haze" you see. Thus getting it's nick name "Smoky Mountains".

 Other than The Great Smoky Mountains Dolly Wood is the second most visited attraction in the state.

 The Great Smoky Mountains has over 2 Million visitors a year. Making it the most visited National park in the U.S.

 Cades Cove, located about 30 miles south of Pigeon Forge is a 6,800 acre valley found in the Smoky Mountains National Park. You will find nineteenth century historic barns, cabins, churches and farms all that you can explore. You will also find an abundance of wildlife and if your lucky a black bear or two.

 The Tennessee Aquarium is the largest facility of its kind to focus on fresh water habitat. It features 7,000 animals and 300 species of fish, birds, reptiles, amphibians and mammals. Located in Chattanooga.

 The Ocoee River in southeastern Tennessee is rated among the top white water recreational rivers in the nation and is the site for the Olympic white water canoe/kayak competition in the 1996 Olympics.

  The worst earthquake in American history occurred in the winter of 1811-12 in northwestern Tennessee. The earthquake caused a vast land area to drop several feet and caused tidal waves on the Mississippi River. The river flowed backward into the depression, creating what is today known as Reelfoot Lake. During the winter months, Reelfoot Lake has the largest population of American bald eagles in the eastern United States.

  Tennessee has more than 3,800 documented caves.

  The first FM radio station aired March 1, 1941 - W47NB in Nashville, Tennessee

 CoCa Cola was first bottled in Chattanooga Tennessee.

 State Painting: Tennessee Treasures by Michael Sloan.

 The Parthenon in Nashville's Centennial Park is the only full-scale reproduction of the famous Greek temple. The Athena Parthenos, at 42 feet in height, is the tallest indoor sculpture in the Western world. Originally built for Tennessee's 1897 Centennial Exposition, this replica of the original Parthenon in Athens serves as a monument to what is considered the pinnacle of classical architecture. Nashville, TN.

 Jonesborough is the oldest city in TN. It is also the storytelling capital of the world. Andrew Jackson "17th president of the United States" opened his law practice in Jonesborough and became a judge.

 Haunted Tennessee. Located in sleepy Adams, Tennessee is the former location of the John Bell Farm, one of the most famous haunted spots in American History. This sinister case involved spectral creatures, disembodied voices, poltergeist activity and even resulted in the death of John Bell...all at the hands of the infamous Bell Witch. Picture of visitors at the Bell Witch Cave above.  (excuse me for a moment, I just got scared typing this)

 Crossville, Tennessee is rated the 4th top place to retire in the U.S. by Biz-journals and proudly claims the Golf Capital of Tennessee. Full of clear lakes and ponds and an abundance of recreational activities it also makes a wonderful place to raise a family. Centrally located Crossville is only 40 miles from Knoxville, TN. 75 miles from Famous Nashville, TN. And a couple hours drive to The Great Smoky Mountains.

For further information on Crossville and our surrounding areas send your desired mailing address to tennesseeliving@gmail.com for a free relocation package!

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Home Adopt-a-Bulls Adoption Application Bull Breed Alliance of Tennessee Message to the Media Donate * Sponsor * Shop!! Project PITS Bully Breed Advice Breed Specific Legislation Hike-A-Bull Calling all responsible owners! Happiness is... Rainbow Bridge My Dog, My Friend Links Events - Being the voice		We are approaching a sad anniversary for pit bull advocates everywhere.  On May 9, 2005, Denver reinstituted its ban on 'pit bulls,' and shockwaves were felt across the country.  The heartless ban, which does not have a grandfather clause, has caused close to 2,000 innocent animals to be destroyed for no reason other than their appearance.  Beloved family companions and spoiled pets were taken from responsible owners who were left to deal with the gaping holes left in their lives.    On Wednesday, May 9, 2007, at 9:00 pm (EST), please light a candle in memory of the innocent creatures who died at the hands of hatred and discrimination.  Please take a few moments to remember these innocent animals, as well as their families grieving their losses.  * * * * A day to promote responsible pit bull ownership!   Calling all responsible pit bull owners/advocates/fanciers...  Please mark Saturday, October 20, 2007 on your calendars for the first nationwide Pit Bull Awareness Day.     In light of the constant negative publicity that surrounds pit bulls, we felt it was time to establish a day to focus on these incredible dogs and their responsible owners.  The media berates our dogs daily.  Legislators have labeled pit bull owners as the "criminal element" who only own pit bulls to enhance their macho image.    Its time we set the record straight.    Regardless of where you are located, please join Bless the Bullys and the Bull Breed Alliance of Tennessee in celebrating this wonderful breed and their devoted, responsible owners/advocates.    Please participate in an activity on October 20, 2007 to promote and celebrate responsible pit bull ownership.  Regardless of the activity you choose - a dog walk, a candlelight vigil, an educational workshop or just a friendly get together - please sign up to participate so people in your area know and can participate and promote responsible ownership with you.        Its time to show the world that all pit bull owners ARE NOT alike, and that responsible pit bull owners are no longer willing to sit back and be judged by the image set by the visible minority of irresponsible owners.   It will take time to reverse the damage already done, but together, we can change the image bestowed upon our dogs (and their owners)!       To participate and add an event in your town, just fill in the form below.  (You can fill in the actual event at a later date.)   **With the exception of outstanding breed ambassadors, we encourage public events to involve dog owners only.     Scheduled Events October 20, 2007   Location: Cookeville, Tennessee Event:  Pit Bull Workshop Contact: rescue@blessthebullys.com   More details to come!   Location: Franklin, Indiana Event:  To be Announced Contact: Laurie Adams  CDTBullyRescue@aol.com   Location: Wilmington, Delaware Event:  Candlelight Vigil Contact: Carrie Julian allpitnobull@yahoo.com

 Our rescued Bulls. "Merlot" & Tripod 

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 The Tennessee Walking Horse, a member of the light breeds of the equine family, is no mystery horse, nor is there anything of magic or difficult to understand about his makeup. It is a composite breed that evolved from the Narragansett Pacer, Canadian, Morgan, Standard-bred, Thoroughbred and American Saddle-bred. These bloods were fused into one animal in the middle Tennessee bluegrass region, resulting in one of the greatest pleasure, show and trail riding horses. The result, over countless years, was the Tennessee Walking Horse - the first breed of horse to bear a state name.

For those who think the Walking Horse is comparatively new on the equine scene, pages of history reflect the strong influence this animal has had in the building of this country and in the daily lives of our forefathers. Mainly used for utility and riding stock, he gained wide popularity for this ease of gait andability to stride faultlessly over hills and through the valleys of the rocky middle Tennessee terrain. Being used as a utility animal for all type of farm work, as well as family transportation and recreation, the old plantation-type horse was not trained for showing in those days -- its gait was naturally inherited

 In 1885, a cross between a stallion called Allendorf, from the Hambletonian family of trotters, and Maggie Marshall, a Morgan mare, produced a black colt with a white blaze, off hind coronet and near hind sock, Black Allan, foal of 1886. He was later to be chosen by the Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders' Association as the foundation sire of the Tennessee Walking Horse and designated as Allan F-1. While the bloodlines of the Gray Johns, Copperbottoms, Slashers, Hals, Brooks and Bullett families ran thick and produced a type known as the Tennessee pacer prior to the arrival of Allan F-1 in Middle Tennessee, it was a cross between Allan and the Tennessee Pacer that produced today's Tennessee Walking Horse

 The Tennessee Walking Horse has impressed the nation with its gentle disposition and its kindly manner, and continues to prove itself as one of the most versatile horses in the land. This docile temperament, together with its smooth easy gaits, has caused it to be much in demand in all sections of the country. It serves nobly as an English or Western pleasure mount and has taken the young, the aged, the timid, as well as experienced riders along pleasant paths and trails.

 The Tennessee Walking Horse is now in all parts of the country. No longer found only in Tennessee, registered Tennessee Walking Horses can be found in all fifty United States and several foreign countries. And since the organization of the Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders' Association in 1935, nearly 300,000 horses have been registered.

 The Tennessee Walking Horse generally ranges from 14.3 to 17 hands and weighs 900 to 1200 pounds. The modern Tennessee Walking Horse possesses a pretty head with small well place ears. The horse has a long sloping shoulder, a long sloping hip, a fairly short back and short, strong coupling. The bottom line is longer than the top line, allowing for a long stride.

Tennessee Walking Horses come in all colors and a variety of patterns. The diverse color choices are sure to please any horse enthusiast. Different colors are not discriminated against.

The Tennessee Walking Horse performs three distinct gaits: the flat foot walk, running walk and canter. These three are the gaits that the Tennessee Walking Horse is famous, with the running walk being an inherited, natural gait unique to this breed

Further sites on this Beauty are listed below.

http://www.walking-horse.com/

http://www.twhnetwork.com/

Click on:  Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration below for their website.

AUGUST 22ND - SEPTEMBER 1ST 2007

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  I have one question and I know the Active Rain community can help me!

WHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO RESPOND WHEN YOUR CLIENT INSISTS ON LISTING THEIR PROPERTY FOR WAY MORE THAN YOU KNOW IT WILL BE WORTH! EVEN AFTER YOU HAVE SHOWN THEM THE MARKET VALUE OF THE AREA?

All responces will be much appreciated.

Example: I have one client who would like to list there property for $15,000 more than the land  in their neighborhood is currently listed for and selling for. Just because they think it is worth it when it is no different than the others.

I would like your help in more ways to explain the non benefit of this situation.

Thanks ahead of time.

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Tennessee is extremely rich in cave resources.  If you live in the eastern two-thirds of the State, chances are you are quite familiar with cave entrances, sinkholes, disappearing or "losing" streams, voids, and springs.  These landscape features, collectively known as "karst," are present because of Tennessee's interesting geology and abundant limestone.  Mild organic acids, formed by the mixture of water with air and soil-borne carbon dioxide, readily dissolve limestone creating cracks and fissures.  This process, working over the span of hundreds of thousands of years, has resulted in the current karst topography we see today. According to the Tennessee Cave Survey, there are over 8,000 known caves in the State!

The Tennessee chapter has made the preservation of cave ecosystems one of its highest priorities - and for good reason - Tennessee has the highest number of known caves in the United States. The Nature Conservancy directs the leading cave protection program in Tennessee.

CAVE LIST:   http://www.bkcave.com/Trips/TN.htm

http://www.southeasternoutdoors.com/outdoors/caving/index-caving.html

TENNESSEE STATE LAW PROVIDES FOR FINES

AND IMPRISONMENT FOR ANYONE

CONVICTED OF CAVE VANDALISM

~ Tennessee Cave Law ~

11-5-108. Vandalism of cave or caverns(a) It is an offense for anyperson, without the prior permission of the owner, to knowingly:(1) Break, break

off, crack, carve upon, write or otherwise mark upon, or in any manner destroy,

mutilate, injure, deface, mar or harm any natural material found within any cave

or cavern, such as stalactites, stalagmites, helictites, anthodites, gypsum flowers

or needles, flowstone, draperies, columns or other similar crystalline material

formations; (2) Kill, harm or disturb any plant, animal or artifact found therein;

(3) Disturb or alter the natural condition of such cave or cavern; or

(4) Break, force, tamper with, remove, or otherwise disturb a lock, gate, door, or

other structure or obstruction designed to prevent entrance to a cave or cavern,

whether or not entrance is actually gained.(b) Nothing in this section shall be

construed to prohibit the owner of property from performing on such owner's

property any of the acts set forth in subsection (a).(c) An act constituting a

violation of this section is to be valued according to the provisions of § 39- 11-

106(a)(35) and punished as theft under § 39- 14- 103.

• Break Formations • • Disturb or Kill Bats •

• Litter or Dump Carbide • • Write on Cave Walls •

• Disturb Natural Features • • Disturb Historic Artifacts •

• Tamper with Cave Gates •

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For the past five years I have looked forward to the month of May because the month of May to me in Tennessee means "The Tennessee Renaissance Festival!" Every weeked for the entire month the festival is open and 16th century England is alive in a deep wooded forest in Franklin Tennessee. The village is called Covington Glen.

As you make your way through the open field you see the tiny opening of the forest doors. You cross a wooden bridge as castle guards greet you in their English tounges. Aromas of specialty foods and drinks, Sounds of renaissance musicians echo through the deep wooded  trees as Elves and Fairies dance about.  (Have I gone back in time?)  If you live in Tennessee or plan to visit This is a must experience for the entire family!

 Also you can get into character and dress the part or come as yourself.

Below is the Tennesee Renaissance Web site. http://www.tnrenfest.com/theme.htm

Tennessee Renaissance Festival is easily accessible from I-24, or I-65, or I-840. Our Festival is located off Highway 96, between Franklin and Murfreesboro.

Parking at the festival is Free!

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