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River Place on the Clinch

River Place on the Clinch. A sustainable tourism initiative. What? Where? Why? Who? . A sustainable tourism initiative Kyles Ford, TN Revitalize a community and create jobs by building on natural and community assets that without compromising environmental integrity

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River Place on the Clinch

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  1. River Place on the Clinch A sustainable tourism initiative

  2. What? Where? Why? Who? • A sustainable tourism initiative • Kyles Ford, TN • Revitalize a community and create jobs by building on natural and community assets that without compromising environmental integrity • Owned & operated by Clinch-Powell Resource Conservation & Development Council, Inc., a 501C3 not-for-profit organization

  3. River Place on the Clinch • Market – opened Sept. 2007 • Cabins – opened Nov 2007 • Café – opened Dec 2007 • Conservation Center – opened April 2008 • Outfitters – opened March 2009 • Camping – opened May 2009 • Outdoor Music stage – July 2010

  4. Background • Tourism feasibility study in 2003 by Randall & Associates looked at the development of trails in the rural region we serve. • Major deficiencies in attractions, amenities and accommodations • Appalachian Quilt Trail influence • Decision to make investment when others weren’t…

  5. Nuts & Bolts • Store and café building • 17 acres • 7 cabins (and one under renovation) • 3.5 acres camping • 1 retreat center (building leased on 2 acres)

  6. Challenges • Money • Isolation • Economy • Staffing • Infrastructure

  7. Keys to success • Cash • Passion • Local support • Time

  8. Questions?

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