Toyota makes $1,000,000 to the Smokey Mountain National Forest!

Toyota has made a commitment to help the environment by making 5 million dollars in donations to 5 different national parks across the United States. The Great Smokey National Park is most visited national park in the United States and the proud recipient of a 1 million donation and 3 new hybrid cars as of June 26, 2008. This donation was made in support of raising environmental awareness. The money will go to a program designed for k-12 students, teachers and families who will have the opportunity to learn science through new science education programs. These programs are now being developed with the new funding. Some programs are being enhanced and other programs are new specializing programs in getting children to become interested in professions in the science department. The classrooms will be updated with new computer programs and a face lift. The teachers will also have an opportunity to find new and better curriculum to use in the classroom.
Most of the focus on has been on the elementary students in the past. However, this new grant from Toyota is going to allow the program for 13 year olds and up to expand and become more successful. Since the statistics are showing a growing number of Americans, especially young people, having a lack of knowledge and care for the environment this program is going to be important by keeping the generations educated.
The Great National Smokey Mountain Forest welcomes it guest year after year. They love seeing the visitors and educating them and allowing them to see and explore the forest themselves. So when you come to visit Pigeon Forge, TN and the forest please remember not to litter and take care of the environment. This forest not only belongs to the people to of Pigeon Forge and the people of the state of Tennessee but it belongs to our nation and then the world as we as humans as responsible for taking care the earth that God put us on.
If you want to check out the national forest website they have a lot of information on activities and trails available for Pigeon Forge Visitors. With thousands of acres available just minuets from your pigeon forge cabin this is something you will not want to miss out on!!! If you have any questions please let us know, hopefully we can help you out!

Pigeon Forge Police Camp for kids

The Police department in Sevier country which covers the Pigeon Forge, TN area had a camp last week for kids ages 11-14. The purpose of the camp was to educate children about the role and skills of a police officer. The camp gave the kids the opportunity to learn these skills in a good environment where they can taught the appropriate time and measures to use. It is important in this day for children to be able to defend themselves but also have the knowledge to only use their knowledge powers when they are necessary. They learn basic defense techniques in case they needed them. But they were told what not to try and their brothers and sisters at home.
This camp has been a great opportunity for kids that are from Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge and Sevierville to learn while they are having fun. This camp also gave the kids on opportunity to step away from the TV and computer and be active.
Some of the activities include, investigations (who done it?), practicing with hand cuffs, riding in a police car, learning laws, driving a golf cart with special glasses that distorts their perception and more! This camp was a great thing for the 25 kids that were involved. And it wasn’t just for boys, there were girls there too! There were even of the police officers there which was neat because they got an opportunity to learn about what their dad or mom does everyday.
Pigeon Forge, TN is a very safe community. There is not a high level of crime by any means. However, it is important for the kids who are going to grow in this community to be aware of their surroundings and opportunities in any area. How knows they could grow up to be a police officer who protects the community and Pigeon Forge and help it maintain its natural since of beauty.
Pigeon Forge Cabins are protected by the police department of Sevier county and so Cabins For You shows its support ot the police department and their efforts to take care of beloved town. If you have an questions you can look up their information on the web.

Volunteer Jam - Pigeon Forge event

The Smokey Mountains is proud to be the home of many wonderful concerts in the Pigeon Forge Area. Many people love to visit the Pigeon Forge including famous talented musicians and singers. Coming up this July the Pigeon Forge area welcomes the volunteer jam to the Sevierville arena! The line includes Charlie Daniels, 38 Special, and Shooter Jennings. Ticket prices range from $39-$49 per seat and are on a first come first serve bases so you better move fast to reserve your spot at this big event.
The Concert is being held at the Sevierville arena center which is the home to many great concerts by third day, Steven Curtis Chapman, Southern Gospel Jubilee, Ricky Skaggs, Del McCoury, Doyle Lawson, Quick Silver, Mountain Heart, Wilie Nelson, Dolly Parton, Lynard Skynyrd and more! The arena holds up 10,000 people for concerts and has 1500 parking spaces. There is also a full service restaurant with a view of the field/arena and 6 concession stands. You will also find full-service VIP suites available during the baseball seasons.
If you would like to promote your company at the Volunteer Jam that is an opportunity for you as well. Benefits come with this including parking and VIP suites.
How do I get there you may ask? The arena is locate just minutes from Pigeon Forge Cabins For You cabin rentals in Pigeon Forge, TN. It is just 100 yards north of I-40.
This would be a great event for a group of friends that wsant to get a way for the weekend and have a good time listening to music and enjoying the Smokey Mountains of Pigeon Forge, TN. Staying in a comfortable cabin after a long day out in at the arena. Pigeon Forge cabin rentals offers many different cabins during this concert for a good price so that you will be able to do all of these fun activities like the Volunteer Jam and stay in a cabin with out breaking the bank! So start planning your adventure today by renting a pigeon forge cabin and getting tickets to the volunteer jam!

Dolly Parton, a Pigeon Forge Legend

Dolly has been a house hold name for years but what is her real story? Dolly Rebecca Parton was born in the Smokey Mountains of east Tennessee in 1946. Being one of 12 children she lived in a busy home. As a little child she began writing songs and by age 10 she had already appeared on both radio and television shows that are believed to have reached Pigeon Forge, TN.
By the time she was 18 years old and just finished high school she went far from her hometown and Pigeon Forge, TN and headed for Nashville. She worked as a demo singer and had other miscellaneous jobs and until she got a spot on a television show as the “singer girl,” replacing Norma Jean (aka Marilyn Monroe).
Then by 1974 she had won two awards from the CMA, for duo of the year with Porter Wagoner. She became apart of the Grand Ole Opry in 1969 and went on to win two more female artist of the year in a row in both 1975 & 1976. And then finally in 1978 Dolly Parton was named entertainer of the year. After taking the country music scene by storm she wanted to moved into a few other fields. From 1980-1992 she appeared in several films including 9 to 5, Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, Rhinestone, Steel Magnolias, and Straight talk.
Dolly never left her singing career selling more than 100 million records world wide and has won many awards including seven Grammy Awards.
Dolly Parton is a big giver and continues to give back to the community and claims she will never retire. She is a hard work and her life has been a huge success. One of her other great accomplishments though is Dollywood theme park in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. This theme park is full of fun country family fun and will be the icing on the cake to any Pigeon Forge vacation.

June Fun in Pigeon Forge, TN

Are you traveling to Pigeon Forge, TN this June? It’s the best time of the year! There’s a lot of things to do and most of them can be accessed by the trolley. No need to drive everywhere and waste your gas. The trolley only costs $.50 to ride! Park your car and hop onto the trolley, it’s a great way to save gas and sightsee.
Dollywood will be having the KidsFest. This year’s KidsFest will be with the Kratt Brothers from PBS’ show Zoboomafoo. They will have several different kinds of animals for all to view and get to know. This is entertaining for all animal lovers of any age. Dollywood also has several shows that will be going on at different periods of time. Go watch a show! It’s no additional charge to go because it’s included in your admission ticket to the park. If you find that you can’t make it to Dollywood until after 3pm that’s ok! Go anyways! Make sure you get your ticket stamped because you can go into the park for free the next day!
If you’ve already been to Dollywood or if you’re saving that for another trip then there’s still plenty of things for you to do on your June adventure to Pigeon Forge, TN. If you’re a nature lover then go to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. You can’t cover it all in one day but it is amazing scenery and a calm way to spend a portion of your day. You can’t really say you’ve been to the area unless you visit the National Park. Try out Cade’s Cove too if you and your party is wanting to go on a scenic journey! It’s a relaxing tour along a one way road where you can see all types of animals in their own habitats.
Ok so maybe you’ve already done all of the above! Don’t forget to go into town and try out some of the go-kart rides, mini golf adventures, and shopping. There’s a new amusement in Pigeon Forge, TN too. It’s called Zorb. Zorb is a really big ball a person can fit into. Get into the ball and roll downhill. May seem silly when you read about it, but it is so much fun!
Pigeon Forge, TN is always making positive changes and growing. It’s become a popular destination spot for travelers of all ages. Make sure you and your loved ones go to Pigeon Forge, TN some time this year even if it’s not June!

Loretaa Lynn in Pigeon Forge, TN

With hit country songs from the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s and 90’s the music of Loretta Lynn contributed to making Tennessee what it is today. Loretta Lynn performed in Pigeon Forge, TN on May 30, 2008. The concert will be held at the Country Tonite Theatre in Pigeon Forge at 8:00 p.m. Ticket prices begin at $43.95. For ticket information call 1-800-792-4308 or 865-453-2003.Lynn’s story is a narration of a young girl looking to succeed. As a coal miner’s daughter, from rags, she came to Tennessee to start a music career and succeed she did. Lynn’s grew up in a cabin during the Depression. She married young and her husband, Oliver Lynn (known as Mooney), convinced her to pursue a music career in Tennessee. Even in her success she is still a country woman – she lives on a ranch. Loretta’s Ranch in Tennessee includes a small campground, museum, and cabins. But her first love is making beautiful music. Now, after years of being a country icon, Lynn’s music has become representative of good ol’ sounds of real Tennessee music.And now the classic music of Loretta Lynn is coming to Pigeon Forge. Hearing the music of Loretta Lynn live will be like having the cultural of Tennessee fill your ears. For any visitor coming to Pigeon Forge to spend some time in a rental cabin and wanting to enjoy the beauty of Tennessee, this concert could be a great evening activity.With this concert taking place at one of Pigeon Forge’s premier theaters any Pigeon Forge vacationer will be bound to enjoy the atmosphere. The Country Tonite Theater in Pigeon Forge orients their events toward the whole family. Families coming to rent a cabin in Pigeon Forge can accent their time together with a little music and some great Tennessee way of life.

A great weekend in Pigeon Forge, TN

My parents, my boyfriend and I decided to take a last minute weekend trip to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. As I sat down at my computer I began to search for a cabin. After hours of searching through over fifty cabins on the Pigeon Forge Cabins For You website, I found the perfect cabin. I called Pigeon Forge Cabins For You to rent “Over the Top”. The reservationists at Pigeon Forge Cabins For You were more helpful than any other company I had previously called. The lady I spoke to on the phone did a wonderful job in answering all the questions I had about the cabin and the area that surrounded it. Late Friday night we left our home in Georgia and headed out for our four hour drive to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Around 12:30 am we arrived at “Over the Top” for our weekend getaway. The cabin was much more than we had expected. From the moment we walked in we felt right at home. After unpacking and getting settled we decided to take a dip in the outdoor hot tub. The hot tub was nicely positioned on the far corner of the screened in porch. It was very clean and relaxing. After a long day at work and a long drive to Pigeon Forge it sure was nice to just kick back and relax for a while. After getting out of the hot tub we played a quick game of air hockey. Around 2:00 am everyone decided to head to bed because Saturday was going to be a busy day. The next morning my dad decided to try to wake me up by throwing a pillow at me. I was sleeping so soundly on the upstairs couch that I barely even moved. My parents had a wonderful night’s rest on the pillow top king sized mattress in the upstairs bedroom. Even my boyfriend, who slept on the downstairs couch, did not wake up … until he heard my dad yell, “good morning sleeping beauty!!”. The view from the cabin was such a wonderful thing to wake up to. You could see miles and miles of the Great Smoky Mountains and it was truly something special. As we ventured down the mountain we headed straight for The Old Mill Restaurant for a delicious breakfast. The Old Mill Restaurant is a new favorite for me and I will always eat there when traveling to Pigeon Forge. After our huge breakfast we headed to the outlet malls for a little shopping. Tanger Outlet Center has so many shops for everyone. My mom and I spent hours going to every store while my dad and boyfriend sat on a bench and waited. After a full morning of shopping, lunchtime finally arrived so we headed toward Huck Finn’s Catfish. Huck Finn’s Catfish serves large helpings of country style food and my dad’s favorite was the all you can eat catfish. We had more than enough to eat. We felt refreshed and headed back out for more fun in downtown. We soon found ourselves at the Comedy Barn. The Comedy Barn was two hours of hysterically funny acts and skits. I loved it more than I could have imagined! (and the popcorn was just as good) As the afternoon ended we headed back up to “Over the Top” to get ready for our dinner plans at Dixie Stampede. We relaxed as we watched movies on the big screen TV, played games of foosball and air hockey. Dinner that night at Dixie Stampede was enough to feed a family of fourteen. They served us a full course meal with dessert and we got to watch a very entertaining dinner show and be apart of a Southern tradition and the North and the South sided against each other. Heading back to the cabin that night I started to feel sad because I knew the weekend was over and we would be heading home Sunday morning. When we returned back to the cabin I decided to make the most of my last night so I spent some more time in the hot tub, trying to put off packing as long as I could. I finally packed my clothes and headed to be and quickly drifted off to sleep. As Sunday morning approached we gathered our luggage and left the cabin for our breakfast destination of Cracker Barrel. Yet another delicious meal consumed in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Heading home that day I decided that one day in Pigeon Forge was just not enough. Another trip to the area will be planned very soon and Pigeon Forge Cabins For You will be the first company I will call for a perfect cabin in Pigeon Forge.