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Chamber of Commerce |
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About the Chamber
The Benton County/Camden Chamber of Commerce is a
non-profit pro-business organization. Through the power of its
membership, the Chamber provides numerous services for its members and
the entire Benton County community.
The
Chamber draws on the ideas, talents, energies, leadership and finances
of its members to achieve its goals. By joining together, the Chamber's
membership is able to make a positive impact on the entire community.
The Chamber's various councils, coordinating groups and task forces
work to bring about reform and improvements in the areas of workforce
development, economic development, industrial development, community
improvements, tourism, beautification, and areas that affect the
quality of life in our community.
Chamber
of Commerce membership is not a contribution; it is an investment. The
Chamber's goal is the continued growth and prosperity of Benton County
and the achievement of the business community. Directly or indirectly,
your business will benefit when our communities grow.
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Blue Grass Jam! |
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Blue Grass Jam!
The Old Time Fiddlers Contest and Blue Grass Jamboree
Held annually for half a century, the Old
Time Bluegrass and Fiddler's Jamboree takes place every third Saturday
in April. Look forward to jam sessions outside, with the contest in the
school gym. Begin the weekend activities with a "Open Mic"
night on Friday. Saturday morning will start with the Parade at 10:30
A.M. followed by great Bar-B-Q served in the school cafeteria beginning
at 11:30. The contest will begin at 1 P.M.
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Announcements |
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Relay for life
Relay for Life
Benefit for the American Cancer Society held the third Friday in July in Camden
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State Park |
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Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park
A sanctuary for people and
wildlife alike, this lovely area is located on the western bank of
Kentucky Lake and features seven cabins opened in May of 2001, Happy
Hollow camping area with 38 sites and a primitive camping area with 15
available sites. In addition, the park offers a group lodge, fishing,
boating and skiing, two picnicking areas, and pavilions for group use.
Trails perfect for hiking wind through the park, providing excellent
views of wildlife, water and woods. Trail maps are available at the
park office. Located 25 miles north of I-40. From I-40 take exit 126,
go north to Camden and follow the signs to the park. Information, (731)
584-6356.
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Firearms Training |
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Tennessee Firearms Training Complex
Positioned on 300 acres,
the newly developed Tennessee Firearms Training Complex is quickly
gaining the attention of firearms enthusiasts around the country.
Annual Machine Gun Shoots draw participants and spectators from across
the nation and beyond three times each year with evets in March, June
and September. When fully completed, this state of the art targeting
facility will offer a variety of ranges including rifle, pistol, skeet
and archery with both stationary and automated targets. For more
information on memberships and scheduled shooting events, contact ATA
Defense Industries, Inc. at 1-731-584-1090 or visit their website at
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Are you a Member? |
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Membership certainly has its privileges at the Benton County Chamber of Commerce. Bill R. Kee, Executive Director would say had I contacted him and gave him any notice that this story would be published in today's edition of the Benton County's Information Center for news. Having spoken with Mr. Kee many times over the past year and getting to know the interworkings of the Chamber a little better has helped this writers opinion change from one extreme degree to another in support of the efforts of the staff at the Benton County Chamber of Commerce.
Just look what you get as a member, Why don't you join today?
Networking
- Serve as a Chamber Ambassador
- Participate in quarterly breakfasts, seminars and the annual banquet
- Serve on the Chamber's Board of Directors or a Chamber committee
- Assist with Chamber sponsored events
Marketing
- Free link to your web site from the Chamber's web site
- Free listing in the Chamber membership directory
- Display of promotional materials in the Chamber office
- Inclusion of information in newcomer and tourist packets
- Business Referrals
Other Benefits
- Receive monthly newsletter
- Invitation to all Chamber sponsored events
- Opportunity to work with others dedicated to improving the quality of life and economic development of Benton County
- Investment in the only organization in Benton County that tackles opportunities for improvement and progress
- A voice. Chamber members vote for the board members who set policy for the organization
Visit the Chambers website by clicking HERE
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Tactical Training |
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Tactical Training
Tactical Response has instructors from all walks of life: military,
private citizens, police, PSD contractors, computer professionals, and
even a high school principal. The common thread among our staff is our
never-ending quest for knowledge. Each year we receive hundreds and
hundreds of hours of instruction from outside trainers and schools. We
have vowed to never become marred down by traditionalism or the status
quo. Tactical Response asks for an open mind from our students and we
require nothing less from ourselves. We consider it a failure to not
learn at least one new piece of information while we attend a class.
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Benton County's Own! |
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Ryan Holliday Blue Grass Festival
Multi-instrumentalist
Ryan Holladay first performed on Nashville's historic
Grand Ole Opry at the tender age of 5 years old, and
is credited with being the youngest performer to grace
that revered stage. Still
a pre-teen, he has already released three albums and
has appeared on
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Folklife & Music Festival |
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Tennessee River Folklife & Music Festival
Held the second Saturday in September in Eva, TN. An open talent
contest, Junior fishing rodeo, inflatable bouncer for the youngsters,
arts and craft displays, craft demonstrators, food and refreshment
vendors and live music from the big outdoor stage throughout the day.
Set on the shore of beautiful Kentucky Lake in Nathan Bedford Forrest
State Park, this festival draws thousands of visitors each year. There
is no admission fee. Activities begin at 9:00 a.m. and wrap up around
6:00 p.m.
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Patsy Cline |
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Patsy Cline Memorial Weekend
Pay tribute to and celebrated the lives of Patsy Cline, Cowboy Copas,
Hawkshaw Hawkins and Randy Hughes who perished in a tragic 1963 plane
crash just outside the city of Camden.
Patsy Cline Memorial - Visit the historic site where country
music stars Patsy Cline, Cowboy Copas, Hawkshaw Hawkins, and pilot
Randy Hughes tragically lost their lives in a plane crash March 5,
1963. A stone monument, located 2.8 miles north of Camden on Mt. Carmel
Rd stands in their honor. Call (731) 584-8395 for more information.
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Bargains Galore! |
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Only In Benton County
Benton County Bargain Highway
Saturday,
Sunday and Monday of the Labor Day weekend. Thirty miles of yard sales.
Stretches through Big Sandy, Camden and Holladay.
Bringing thousands of visitors from all over the state this bargain
highway weekend generated thousands of dollars in revenue to our
community. Fun for the whole family and chances are if you can't buy
it, they don't make one!
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State Park Attractions |
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Pilot Knob
The highest point in West Tennessee, featuring a
scenic overlook area, Pilot Knob is also the scene of one of the most
distinctive battles in the Civil War. General Nathan Bedford Forrest
and his troops defeated a fleet of Union gunboats on the Tennessee
River. It is the only occasion in recorded history that a land based
military force ever defeated a naval force. Find out all about this
famous battle at a memorial site atop Pilot Knob. Located inside Nathan
Bedford Forrest State Park.
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Big Sandy |
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Big Sandy Events
Big Sandy Spring Festival
The Spring Festival is held the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend in Big Sandy. Last year Big
Sandy celebrated its 100th year. This year the Spring Festival was held on May 29th.
Waterfowl Festival/Duck Blind Drawing
Big Sandy is proud to be the host of the Waterfowl Festival and Duck Blind Drawing held the
first Saturday in August in Big Sandy.
Big Sandy Music Festival Big Sandy is also proud to have the annual Music Fest where such personalities as Ace Cannon,
Linda Gail Lewis, the Coles and others perform on a usual basis.
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Nature |
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Trail Ride
Birdsong Trail Ride - Spend your vacation on horseback seeing
what nature has to offer from a view in the saddle. Journey through the
valleys, hills and rippling creeks of Benton County during a week at
Birdsong Trail Ride. Stalls, meals, showers, campsites and much more
provided. Take I-40 to Camden-Parsons Exit 126, turn north on Highway
641, approx. 8 miles, turn right on Shiloh Road, 1 mile, turn on Little
Birdsong Road. (731) 584-9206 for information or reservations.
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Scenic Overlook |
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Duck River Scenic Overlook
Developed in the fall of 2003, this
breathtaking new Benton County attraction located on the Duck River
Wildlife Refuge, offers a spectacular view of the Tennessee River
Valley from high above. Located just a few miles north of exit 133 on
Interstate 40 in Tennessee, this overlook provides also visitors with a
wonderful vantage point for viewing wildlife such as, deer, migratory
ducks, geese and songbirds, squirrels, rabbits and much more. Visitors
to the overlook may even get a glimpse of the eagles that nest in the
area.
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Tactical Gear |
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Gear
We know there are a lot of places you
can buy gear on the internet. What makes Tactical Response Gear
different? We began our business in the tactical training industry in
1996 and for the last ten years we have used, abused, broken, and worn
out just about every product from every manufacturer on Earth. Call 1-866-TAC-GEAR
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