Article Title: Gatlinburg Scottish Highland Games
Author Name: Scott Tidwell
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Copyright Date: 2011
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Gatlinburg Scottish Highland Games
By: Scott Tidwell © 2011
Want to feel truly Celtic even if you are not? Come celebrate all
things Scottish. From the lilting steps of Highland dancers to
the melodies of the bagpipes, you'll find it all at the
Gatlinburg Scottish Highland Games. This annual event has held a
place in the hearts and minds of both the Scottish descendants in
Gatlinburg and visitors for nearly 3 decades. This year, the 30th
annual event looks to continue this fine tradition.
The Gatlinburg Scottish Highland Games takes place on May 13 and
14, 2011. This weekend celebration sees the clans gathering once
more within scenic Mills Park. The backdrop of the beautiful
Smoky Mountains conjures up visions of the Highlands, creating
the ideal atmosphere. Be prepared to embrace the Scottish
heritage you may (or may not) have in your blood, as you gather
for the early morning parade. This marks the start of a
fun-filled, colorful event for the entire family.
The parade assembles at Stop Light Number 10 in the city of
Gatlinburg. All people of Scottish ancestry are asked to join the
march. You can stand and watch, as the parade winds down the
Parkway. Or, join the fun by proudly waving your clan's crest and
colors. It's all part of the local commitment to honoring a
strong Celtic heritage in the Smokies. Afterward, discover your
own Scottish ancestry at one of the many clan booths.
According to tradition, the Gatlinburg Scottish Highland Games
honors a different clan annually. This year, it's the Clan
MacLaren. This fierce, proud, warrior clan had many enemies, but
forged a marriage with the powerful Clan Stuart. You'll feel the
Scottish pride and strength surge when the pipe and drum corps
play, battling it out in a intense competition.
And what would a Scottish festival be without Highland dancers?
Be there when the finest dancers from across the United States
take the stage to compete for honor and trophies.
What other fun awaits you? There are feats of strength and skill,
as professional and amateur athletes vie for prizes and bragging
rights in various traditional events. See them tossing the caber
or wrestle, Highland style. They will hurl the haggis, throwing
it with both speed and accuracy, while standing atop a
traditional whiskey barrel. Various athletes will also engage in
stone putting, weight toss and even the Scottish hammer throw.
Humans are not the only athletes on show this day. Watch how
border collies herd sheep. Talk to their trainers and discover
more about the history of these beautiful and intelligent dogs
before you see them display their highly tuned (and completely
amazing) skills right before your eyes.
The entire event is filled with the best Scotland has to offer
from meals of haggis, delicious shortbread and other delicious
foods to booths selling traditional Celtic wares.
Explore music CDs, handcrafted fine silver jewelry, books,
custom-knitted sweaters and other fine examples of Scottish
clothing. These make excellent presents and souvenirs of a day,
or two, well spent.
The Gatlinburg Scottish Highland Games is a celebration that
draws out the Celtic tendencies in you. Come discover a distinct
cultural heritage you may not have otherwise known about. When
you get your Scot on, you are bound for fun on an international
scale.
Scott Tidwell invites you to book cabins in Pigeon Forge,
Tennessee through Arrowhead Cabin Rentals. Visit
http://www.arrowheadpigeonforge.com for pricing and availability.
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