Bennie McCann

Up for a Challenge? Take on the Gatlinburg Gateway Triathlon

By Jon Hoffman Do you go to the gym faithfully? Are you serious about keeping in shape, even on your vacation? Are you up for a little adventure? Now's your chance to accomplish what most others only ever dream about. The 3rd Annual Gatlinburg Gateway Triathlon, held in the foothills of the beautiful Smoky Mountains, takes place April 2, 2011. Whether you're looking to increase your... (posted by Bennie 332 days 20 hours ago.)

Learn to Creatively Express Yourself in the Smoky Mountains Arts & Crafts Scene

There are those who fervently believe the road to happiness is paved with shiny new cell phones, Sony PlayStations and high-definition plasma TVs. The citizens of Gatlinburg, Tennessee have yet to receive this memo. In a town where old-fashioned letter writing, chatting with one's neighbors and taking long, meditative walks are the order of the day, Gatlinburg offers... (posted by Bennie 351 days 16 hours ago.)

A Cowboy-Style Vacation in the Great Smoky Mountains

The creak of a saddle, the soft sound of hoofs on the trail, the tangy scent of a campfire after a long day's ride. All this awaits you when you book a horseback tour of the Great Smoky Mountains. Covering more than 800 square miles of wilderness, Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the perfect vacation spot for nature lovers. The size of the park and the amazing diversity of plants and animals that... (posted by Bennie 1 year 269 days ago.)

Exotic Animals in the Smoky Mountains? You Bet!

When you think about animals in the Smoky Mountains , the ever-popular black bear probably comes to mind first. Since the Smokies are home to over 10,000 species of animals, seeing deer, fish and birds in this area is not a surprise. On the other hand, finding zebras or crocodiles in this neck of the woods would be a bit of a shock. Believe it or not, animals such as camels, llamas and monkeys are alive and... (posted by Bennie 2 years 290 days ago.)