21St Annual Nashville Greek Festival

Hey everyone come out and play,

Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church is proud to announce the dates for the 21st Annual Nashville Greek Festival on September 5th- 7th 2008.

Festival Hours are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday.

The event will be held at the church grounds located at 4905 Franklin Pike, Nashville, TN 37220. The church is conveniently located between the 78 B West Harding Place exit and the Old Hickory Boulevard/Brentwood exit on I-65 S, near the intersection of Tyne Boulevard and Franklin Road.

Admission for the festival is $2.00 and parking is free.

The public is invited to come and enjoy the authentic Greek food and drink. Come and sample authentic Greek wine and beer. Live Greek music and dancing is scheduled throughout the festival. Traditional Greek pastries, coffee, jewelry, grocery, and religious items will be available to purchase in our indoor market, located within the church fellowship hall. Guided tours of the church sanctuary and information on the Greek Orthodox Church will also be available. Children’s activities including games and a petting zoo area will also be on site. The festival is fun for the whole family. Handicapped parking is available.

For additional information on the 21st Annual Nashville Greek Festival please call 615-333-1047 or visit http://www.holytrinitynashville.org/.

Bentley - VentureTree Team

REI's Labor Day Sale

Its that time of the year when school is starting back and the gear stores start to clean there racks for the fall gear. REI has a vast array of gear that has gone on sale for Labor Day. For the better part of the gear you can save up to 30%. Be sure to check out the super clearance rack that has savings up to 50%.

Important note: The camelbak mule is marked down about $20.oo bucks. Come look at our review to compare notes before purchasing. That discount is a sweet deal. It normal runs a tad over $80.00.

For those who like to look before going to try on here is the sales link.

http://www.rei.com/promotions/labordaysale.html

Enjoy.

Bentley - VentureTree Team

Patagonia Gear Sale

Hey Gearheads,

I am a big fan of patagonia gear do to the fact that when I needed that extra warmth or protection, it worked. I am also one of those gearheads that has a rather limited budget and I know how much gear can cost the average adventurer. I am here to let you know that Patagonia is having their summer sale it runs from August 12 -21. A variety of items going from 40% -60% off.

Need I say more. This is really awesome. I have bought from the patagonia store in the past and the shipping is really up to par.

Come and save some big bucks on Patagonia gear.
http://www.patagonia.com/web/us/home/index.jsp?OPTION=HOME_PAGE&assetid=1704

Bentley - VentureTree Team

Lock 4 Mountain Bike Trail

Hey everyone,

I just got back from going to Lock 4 in Gallatin, TN. Man it is a nice but tricky course. I had a few close calls and yes I did have to hug a tree to keep from eating dirt. Lock 4 gives you a real challenging course. I especially like the section where you have two routes that lead into a deep sink hole. Each one of the routes test your ability to shift your weight on your bike, if not you may find yourself coming over the handlebars. I will be posting links below on more information on how to get to there and other information. The maps may not pull up via the highlighted areas. I would suggest just visiting the source website.

Lock 4 Mountain Bike Trail:
Location: Gallatin, TN
Level: All levels
Length: Up to 9 miles - Some Small Re-Routes Jan. '08
User Groups: Mountain Bikers, Hikers
Configuration: Loop SystemTrail
Map: Old Lock 4 Map Scroll down for new map - Thanks Brian!

A "Special Thanks" to The Bikers Choice in Hendersonville and the City of Gallatin, TN for their continued support of Lock 4 Mountain Bike Trail!

Description: Located on the south side of Gallatin, TN, Lock 4 Park is built on a woody patch of land forming a peninsula on Old Hickory Lake, full of wildlife, which makes for a beautiful landscape and an awesome mountain bike park. The Lock 4 mountain bike trails are designed for riders of all skill levels and considered a rolling, fast, single track with bypasses at each technical section. Almost 9 miles of trail allow riders to do just about everything from dodging cedar trees to jumps and rock climbs. With trail names like Persimmon Loop, Jeep Road, and Viney Flatts, you know you can ride with your grandmother, but for the real thrill seeker; try, The Rolling Table, Rabbit Run, and Smack Down. The slow going techies will love the Rock Garden, Sinkhole, and Shoreline Trail. Ride the full 9 mile loop or take advantage of the many connecting trials for a shorter trek. Whether you want a great aerobic workout or just to enjoy a casual ride through the woods, you will love Lock 4 trails.

Other attractions at Lock 4 Park include a model airplane flying field, hiking, fishing, and boating. Swimming in the lake is allowed, but no life guard is present

Directions: From North of Nashville: Take I-65 north to exit 95 and merge onto Vietnam Veterans Parkway. Vietnam Veterans Parkway will bring you into Gallatin. Take Hwy 109 bypass south to the first stop light and turn right onto Hancock Street. Hancock Street ends at Lock 4 road, Turn Left and continue to the end of Lock 4 road.

From East of Nashville: Take I-40 east to exit 232B and travel north on Hwy 109 to Gallatin. As you entering Gallatin you will cross a large, green, steel bridge, turn left onto the first road after the bridge, Peach Valley road. Peach Valley road ends at Lock 4 road, Turn Left and continue to the end of Lock 4 road.

Source (above):
http://www.sorbamidtn.org/
Other sources:
http://www.lock4.org/
http://www.thebikerschoice.com/
http://www.thebikerschoice.com/07%20lock%204%20challenge.htm
http://www.thebikerschoice.com/Lock%204%20Map%202005.JPG

-Bentley VentureTree Team