Being yet another local myself (live in Maryville, work in Knoxville), I would agree that being close to Pigeon Forge would definitely be a plus as far as women, children, and food options are concerned. This could also allow for a longer event if desired, as the activities available would increase by a long shot. However, you guys talk about being close to the Maryville side of the dragon and it looks to me like it would be atleast an hour drive, if not longer. That's assuming that you're going through Wears Valley, Townsend, and across Foothills Parkway. Just seems like a LONG way away to still be calling it the DEAL'S GAP Rotary Rally. My 2 cents
