August 26 , 2010
Board of Directors Meeting
5:30 PM - Amedisys Conference Room
September 3, 2010 : Industrial
Development Board meeting at 8:00 AM
First Volunteer Bank
September 7, 2010 : Executive
Committee meeting at 7:30 AM
at the Chamber office
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Welcome To Fentress County,
Tennessee!
We invite you to browse our site
for a taste of what Fentress County has to offer. With a county
population of under 17,000, moderate climate, growing equestrian
community, and plenty of gorgeous views and rich history, Fentress
County is a unique and diverse area. Whether you come for a
short visit, extended stay, or choose to make your home here
- you're going to love the beautiful scenery and peaceful lifestyle
we appreciate so much.
Fentress County is located on the
Cumberland Plateau, and sits on the eastern most section of
Middle Tennessee. Operating on Central Time, our neighbors to
the east of us refer to us as being on "slow time".
Most
new residents are moving from urban areas and the southern coastal
states. More folks are coming to appreciate the beauty and serene
atmosphere of life on the plateau, here in "Big South Fork
Country". Having easy access to Big South Fork National
River & Recreation Area, Pickett State Park, and Dale Hollow
Lake; residents and visitors alike are enjoying country
living.
Fentress
County is known as the Trail Riding Capital of the Southeast
to the equestrian community with hundreds of acres of trails,
overlooks, unique geological formations, and waterfalls. Many
horse campgrounds, cabins, and stables are located in the county
and in and around the parks.
You're sure to find something to
keep you as busy or relaxed as you'd like with activities such
as horseback riding, hiking, biking, fishing, hunting, ATV riding,
camping, rafting, canoeing, swimming, shopping, exploring, and
visiting local sites and attractions. Whether you explore by
foot, horseback, boat, ATV, car, or RV - you're going to love
this place!
Although
tourism is a huge part of the local economy, agriculture also
has its place. The gently rolling land is conducive to cattle
and other farm animals and is well watered by creeks and ponds.
We are also the originators and serve as headquarters for the
World's Longest Yardsale. Learn more about this 675-mile event
at www.127sale.com . Plan
to attend the Sale August 4th - 7th, 2011!
For complete visitor information on Tennessee, click here
