Saturday, August 13, 2011 Excursion -- Fort Loudoun State Historic Area near Vonore, TN

Fort Loudoun State Historic Area provides a glimpse of life during the time of the French and Indian War (1754-1763). Expect a moderate walk of 6 miles as we explore this historic area. The tour/hike will start at 9 am CT at the visitor center with a tour of the museum and a 15 minute interpretive film about Fort Loudon. Then, we will walk to the Tellico Blockhouse/Garrison (TB/G) where the activities of the daily lives of the men, women and children of Fort Loudoun are recreated. As we tour TB/G we see living history re-enactors in costume, an 18th century infirmary, the soldier’s barracks, the commander’s quarters, a blacksmith, a Cherokee encampment, an artillery demonstration and other activities. The tour/hike will led by Levonn Hubbard. Carpoolers will meet at Cracker Barrel in Crossville for a prompt 7:00 am departure. For further details and to register contact Levonn at lhhubbard@gmail.com or call Bill Harris at 931-484-9152. Photos: Cheryl