[{"type": "paragraph", "children": [{"text": "Summer is officially here and the mountains are calling! It’s time to\nstart planning your Smoky Mountain vacation, and we are here to help \nyou add a few fun outdoor activities to your itinerary. This week, Crave\nGolf Club is breaking down our top 9 outdoor activities to do in the \nSmokies for the summer."}]}, {"type": "heading", "level": 4, "children": [{"text": "Visit Lumberjack Square "}]}, {"type": "paragraph", "children": [{"text": "Paula Deen's Lumberjack Feud Supper Show "}]}, {"type": "paragraph", "children": [{"text": "Lumberjack Square is now open and filled to the brim with fun activities for the whole family! The Square houses "}, {"href": "https://lumberjackfeud.com", "type": "link", "children": [{"text": "Paula Deen’s Lumberjack Feud Supper Show"}]}, {"text": ",\nthe most affordable dinner show in Pigeon Forge, the Adventure Park, as\nwell as a slew of other shops and restaurants. Come watch a show of \nworld-class lumberjack athletes and then compete in your own lumberjack \ncompetitions at the all-new Adventure Park.  "}]}, {"type": "heading", "level": 4, "children": [{"text": "Go Outdoor Mini-Golfing\n"}]}, {"type": "paragraph", "children": [{"text": "What better way to spend a warm Summer day than playing mini-golf at "}, {"href": "https://cravegolf.com", "type": "link", "children": [{"text": "Crave Golf Club"}]}, {"text": "?\nComplete delightfully competitive environments like Rock Candy \nMountain, Bubblegum Garden, and the Jellybean Jungle, filled with \ncrystalline candy stalagmites, gumball trees, and giant lollipops. Watch\nout for the jellybean Crave-men! This exciting course winds its way \nfrom ground level, up a hill and then onto the roof. Get ready for the \nbest outdoor, mini-golf adventure ever."}]}, {"type": "heading", "level": 4, "children": [{"text": "Visit the Island"}]}, {"type": "paragraph", "children": [{"text": ""}, {"href": "https://www.margaritavilleislandinn.com/", "type": "link", "children": [{"text": "www.margaritavilleislandinn.com"}]}, {"text": ""}]}, {"type": "paragraph", "children": [{"text": ""}, {"href": "https://islandinpigeonforge.com/play/the-great-smoky-mountain-wheel/", "type": "link", "children": [{"text": "https://islandinpigeonforge.com/play/the-great-smoky-mountain-wheel/"}]}, {"text": ""}]}, {"type": "paragraph", "children": [{"text": "\n "}, {"href": "https://www.fidelityresales.com/resort/margaritaville-island-hotel-pigeon-forge", "type": "link", "children": [{"text": "https://www.fidelityresales.com/resort/margaritaville-island-hotel-pigeon-forge"}]}, {"text": " \n"}]}, {"type": "paragraph", "children": [{"text": ""}, {"href": "https://islandinpigeonforge.com/", "type": "link", "children": [{"text": "The Island in Pigeon Forge"}]}, {"text": "\n boasts affordable family fun all night and all day! The shopping center\n is home to more than 60 retail shops, tons of delicious food options, \nrides, arcade games galore, a whimsical dancing fountain, live music, \nand so much more! Are you in the mood for a little adventure? Check out \none of the tallest attractions in the Southeast — the Great Smoky \nMountain Wheel that stands at an outstanding 200 feet tall! "}]}, {"type": "heading", "level": 4, "children": [{"text": "Go Hiking"}]}, {"type": "paragraph", "children": [{"text": ""}, {"href": "https://www.gsmnp.com/smoky-mountains-national-park-backpacking-trails/", "type": "link", "children": [{"text": "onal-park-backpacking-trails/"}]}, {"text": ""}]}, {"type": "paragraph", "children": [{"text": "The Great Smoky Mountains are the most visited National Park in the \nUnited States and provide more than 800 miles of trails that range in \ndifficulty.  The best part? Experiencing these scenic panoramic views is\ncompletely FREE! "}]}, {"type": "heading", "level": 4, "children": [{"text": "Spend the Day at Dollywood"}]}, {"type": "paragraph", "children": [{"text": "Experience the friendliest amusement park in the nation! Dollywood \nboasts three 2018 Golden Tickets for Best Shows, Best Christmas Event, \nand friendliest park. Dollywood was even rated 5th best amusement park \nin the World! Your Smoky Mountain vacation won’t be complete without \nexploring 150 acres of award-winning entertainment, over 40 thrilling \nrides, and world-class dining. Looking to cool off a little bit on a hot\nsummer day? Check out Dollywood Splash Country as well. "}]}, {"type": "heading", "level": 4, "children": [{"text": "Go Watch a Smokies Baseball Game"}]}, {"type": "paragraph", "children": [{"text": "Take me out to the ball game! Spend your evening snacking on some \nCracker Jacks and a stadium dog at a Tennessee Smokies Baseball Game! \nThe season extends until mid-September and ticket prices start at $7.50 —\n making this an affordable outing for the whole family. You can check \nout their schedule "}, {"href": "http://www.milb.com/images/4/4/0/304392440/2019_Smokies_Schedule_1920x1080_1_.jpg", "type": "link", "children": [{"text": "here."}]}, {"text": ""}]}, {"type": "heading", "level": 4, "children": [{"text": "Go Rafting"}]}, {"type": "paragraph", "children": [{"text": "This is the perfect activity for the adrenaline junkies out there. \nSpend a day on the water at one of the many rafting attractions located \nalong the Little Pigeon River! The six highest-rated rafting attractions\n in the Smokies are as follows; "}, {"href": "https://raftinginthesmokies.com/activity/pigeon-river-rafting-trips/", "type": "link", "children": [{"text": "Rafting in the Smokies"}]}, {"text": ", "}, {"href": "https://www.smokymountainrafting.com/", "type": "link", "children": [{"text": "Smoky Mountain Outdoors"}]}, {"text": ", "}, {"href": "https://smokymtnriverrat.com/rafting/", "type": "link", "children": [{"text": "River Rat"}]}, {"text": ", "}, {"href": "https://www.bigcreekexpeditions.com/", "type": "link", "children": [{"text": "Big Creek Expeditions"}]}, {"text": ", "}, {"href": "https://wildwaterrafting.com/", "type": "link", "children": [{"text": "Wildwater LTD"}]}, {"text": ", and "}, {"href": "https://www.bigcreekexpeditions.com/", "type": "link", "children": [{"text": "Rip-Roaring Whitewater Adventures"}]}, {"text": "! "}]}, {"type": "heading", "level": 4, "children": [{"text": "Go Horseback Riding "}]}, {"type": "paragraph", "children": [{"text": "Spend the day sightseeing on a guided horseback tour. No riding \nexperience is necessary and this activity is fun for all ages! Five of \nthe highest rated stables in the Smokies includes; "}, {"href": "http://sugarlandsridingstables.com/", "type": "link", "children": [{"text": "Sugarlands"}]}, {"text": ", "}, {"href": "http://www.fiveoaksridingstables.com/", "type": "link", "children": [{"text": "Five Oaks"}]}, {"text": ", "}, {"href": "http://www.waldencreekstables.com/horseback-riding", "type": "link", "children": [{"text": "Walden Creek"}]}, {"text": ", "}, {"href": "http://cadescovestables.com/", "type": "link", "children": [{"text": "Cades Cove"}]}, {"text": ", and "}, {"href": "http://deerfarmzoo.com/riding-stables/", "type": "link", "children": [{"text": "Deer Farm"}]}, {"text": ". "}]}, {"type": "heading", "level": 4, "children": [{"text": "Explore Climbworks "}]}, {"type": "paragraph", "children": [{"text": "Last but certainly not least, check out the #1 rated zipline in \nTennessee! Climbworks has held this #1 rating for nearly a decade and \ncontinues to gain worldwide recognition. Climbworks offers two \nworld-class ziplines and Gatlinburg’s only “true” mountain biking! You \ncan find out more about Climbworks "}, {"href": "https://www.climbworks.com/smoky_mountains/?gclid=Cj0KCQjw6cHoBRDdARIsADiTTzYc8256DLzDD31-aZbgwmwxY-lgfU4cmFZarvWhZAUQfwQWRFNCNW8aAlA_EALw_wcB", "type": "link", "children": [{"text": "here"}]}, {"text": ". "}]}, {"type": "paragraph", "children": [{"text": "Do you plan on coming to the Great Smoky Mountains this summer? We \nhope you check out some of these amazing attractions and make lots of \npriceless memories with your loved ones. Shoot us an email to \ncontact@cravegolf.com to leave us any feedback or to request any future \nblogs. 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