Category: Family Fun

Check out the Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community with Erika. It’s the largest group of independent artisans in North America. There many one-of-a-kind gifts you can’t find anywhere else. They have a unique 8-mile loop with a variety of artists including woodworking, painting, pottery, jewelry and so much more!!

Race with Erika at NASCAR SpeedPark. They have 22 different attractions including 8 go-karts, a 3-story indoor rock climbing wall, bumper boats and much more!! You can easily spend all day there, especially with their unlimited ride wristband.

You might have seen the birds on display at The Island, but seeing the parrots of Parrot Mountain in their “home” environment should be on everyone’s to-do list when visiting Pigeon Forge. It’s an enjoyable and relaxing experience, and you’ll appreciate the way the birds of the park are taken care of and the way […]

Six years worth of trips to Gatlinburg, and finally, my son and I made our very first visit to Ober Gatlinburg. Even though it is billed as a ski resort, it provides guests with enough activities to keep the good times going when the temperatures rise in the summer. We found this to be true […]

The temperature is climbing, activities are getting into full swing, and the mountains are ready for you! Whether you want an outdoor trip, a family excursion, or a weekend getaway, there are plenty of things to do in the Smokies and surrounding areas in the summer. Get wet and wild There are superb waterparks and […]

Join Erika as she rides through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park on horseback. Smoky Mountain Riding Stables is the only riding company that has access to the park. Enjoy the beautiful views and serenity on horseback.

Fly through the sky with Erika at Foxfire Mountain. Check out their impressive ziplines, swinging bridge, climbing wall and more!! They have something for everyone, including cider that’s made right there!

May is one of those special months for me. We’re edging ever closer to the official start of summer, and it’s the time that waterparks start to open for the season. Last year, our family went to Dollywood’s Splash Country. If you’ve never been, it’s a waterpark experience like no other! Nestled in the mountains, […]

Catch some fish and some rays with Erika and River Smallie Adventures! Let Jay take you on a guided fishing trip where you can catch bass, walleye, sauger and crappie. Whether a first timer, or an avid fisherman, you will have a great time out on the water!

Race The Track’s Wild Woody, their three story spiraling wooden track, with Erika! The Track is your family headquarters for fun in Pigeon Forge. They have something for everyone – go-karts, mini-golf, bumper cars, Kids’ country, bungee jump and more! Stop in for hours of fun.