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The dates for the 2024 SMOKY MOUNTAIN NATIONALS in Townsend TN are 31 May thru 1 June. There will be more information coming about the show and our 4th Annual Southern Bolters "Jamboree ".

https://www.facebook.com/groups/smokymountainnationals/


While this is primarily an AD Show, Dave has set aside an area just for the Stovebolt Group. We can display whatever series Truck we bring in our area. So please don't think you need a AD Truck to join in on the fun.

As it sits right now, Vicki and I plan on attending again. It’s a great time and makes for a good vacation.

Don

On my calendar!

it's on my calendar too!

I am hoping to make it also bring JDL.

I'll be there along with one or two more..

Maybe we can get Vicki to bake up some cookies for the event?

Don

Written lightly in pencil on a calendar that exists only in my brain.

I strongly suspect that the weeks leading up to that will be filled with other family commitments and make it tough. Sure would like to come, however. Townsend is awesome and the Smokeys are better still.

May I suggest y’all looking into Little Arrow Resort. Owned by some family of a church friend of ours. Neat place. Books up fast. Might already be.

Have had my reservations at the Highland Manor Inn since summer. It will take a lot to keep me from going.
Looking forward to seeing more trucks there.

Reminder: while this is primarily an AD Show, Dave has set aside an area just for the Stovebolt Group. We can display whatever series Truck we bring in our area. So please don't think you need a AD Truck to join in on the fun.

I should have my 63 back on the road well before then. I’ll check my work schedule.

Had a conversation with Jordan (JDL) last evening and he is planning to come......at one time, years ago, I believe he was one of the youngest bolters we adopted! Glad he's coming.

Looking forward to a good size group of Bolters. I hope we can have plenty of Trucks at the show, Dave is very accepting about our Trucks not all being AD's.

Sweet and I are penciling ourselves into the party!

My calendar is marked with a yes.

Looks like it’s going to be a good show from Stovebolters everywhere good times to be had

Is there camping at this show??

John

John, there are camp grounds within a 1/4 mile or less. Linda and I stayed at one a 1/2 mile up the road.

https://exploretownsend.com/

Great, thanks.
I'm still setting up next seasons events to attend and do not want to book a motel and not make it..
John

Reservations made for Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights it the Highland Inn.

Don

Jumping the gun there a little Don...That's alright I have been looking too.

Not really Craig, if we can’t make it, we get a full refund if we cancel three days in advance.

Don

Just checked again and the Highland Manor Inn is sold out that weekend. Tremont Inn is right next door and looks like they have some rooms left yet?

Folks, get your lodging reserved SOON!

Don

To all, I have been pinging back a forth with Dave Hoque. He said there are a 150 plus Trucks registered for the Show this year. He is excited about the turn out so far and how much chatter is going on at the Facebook page.

If you haven't yet please check out the links above. As Don mentioned lodging is going fast. The "Southern Bolters" HQ is registered now

I've booked at Townsend Gateway Inn. May 31 /June 1.

Wayne, glad your coming hope Nelda can make it too. My Linda and Archie's Linda are going to be there along with Vicki.

Wayne, glad you and Nelda will be there and I guarantee it will not be as hot as the one In Lebanon.
I’m also hoping Vicki will make a batch of cookies again!

Don

I've been looking for info how to register for this show. No luck finding it! Can someone post the registration website?

Wayne, you can pre-register here᠁ https://form.jotform.com/233544738244157

There is more information on their Facebook page. Just do FB search for Smoky Mountain Nationals.
Hope this helps.

Thanks, Papa Joe. See you at the show!

We are booked to stay at Big Meadow campground, it was nice last year.

Linda and I are booked at the Mountaineer Campground, same as last year. I liked being able to use the covered picnic area for our gathering.

Hoping to make it this year and put faces to many names. 🤔 Have reservations at Townsend Gateway Inn too.

This is shaping up to be a great gathering. Dave and the show staff are very accommodating to our group, we have our own area set aside for Stovebolt trucks and canopy.

Besides myself, how many others are bringing their trucks?

I will have Old Blue there᠁ Booked at the Highland Manor Inn. My Son and Grandson will also be there. Working on getting my wife (Mary) to come also.

Last year I promised Archie I would have a truck at Jamboree the next year. I just didn't say what Truck.. Currently it's looking like "Thor" will be the one making the journey, Linda's '60 is still in the repair mode and Ernest the '59 is still in pieces. I know that this is an "AD" event, I just don't happen to have an AD. "Thor" is a true Stove Bolt 235 though.

WE b Old and friend will be there, I hope, reservations made months ago.

WE b Old and a friend will be there, I hope, reservations made months ago. This might be my last trip. I have found some shows close to home, 1 1/2 hrs. away.

I plan on renting a trailer since my wife refuses to drive either the RV or the '46 through the mountains.