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Mark B / Scooter Davenport

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  1. 14 minutes ago, RogerDuke said:

    I've still avoided the temptation to join facebook but I still think about it since It's usually so slow here. Does anybody have anything to add to this thread from last year? The whole facebook thing still seems too creepy and invasive to me. 

    I think its only as invasive as you allow it to be.  If the CIA is monitoring people, there are many more ways to do it than just social media.  In my opinion, the benefits of being able to communicate with folks of similar interests far outweigh the possibility of the government reading your Dukes of Hazzard posts.

  2. As many of you know, Ben 'Cooter' Jones owns and operates 3 Dukes of Hazzard attractions in Tennessee and Virginia.  The Virginia location, which was located in Sperryville, has recently moved location a few miles away to neighboring Luray, Virgina.  The new Luray location is the biggest venue he has ever had- when it is finished it will have a retail store, Daisy's Diner, Dukes of Hazzard memorabilia museum, and will house replicas of the General Lee, Boss Hogg's Caddy, Roscoe's Patrol Car, Cooter's tow truck, and others.  The retail store and Daisy's Diner is already open 7 days a week (and you won't find a better grilled cheese sandwich anywhere).  The retail store carries a great line of original Dukes merchandise- everything from lighters to stuffed General Lees, and of course great T-shirts.  Admission is always free, but I challenge any Dukes fan to visit without buying at least a T-Shirt!

    In addition, about a quarter of the building is being turned into a replica of Cooter's Garage that visitors can explore!  Construction of the garage 'set' is currently underway and is stating to look very familiar (see pictures below).

    I've had the privilege of working with Ben Jones and his wife Alma to bring the garage to life.  Its an amazing and fun project, but the best part has been getting to know Ben and Alma and their extended Hazzard 'family' who work with them to run all the Cooter's locations.  Ben and Alma are two of the most genuine and creative people I've ever met.  

    The grand opening of the Luray location will be May 6th of this year when Cooter's hosts the Shenandoah Jamboree music festival.  But the big Dukes blow-out comes on July 29 and 30 with 'Cooter's Last Stand'.  This event will be a 'Dukesfest' style event with vendors, music, Dukes cast members, and a General Lee jump!  (For more information on any of the events, go to Cootersplace.com) 

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  3. 29791370922_5147fe4fa0_z.jpghazzard run 2016 by mommydawn2000, on Flickr

     

     

    I'll be bringing my Hazzard Garage model as well as my new Boar's Nest model to this year's Hazzard Run.  I'll be set up at Cooter's Place in Gatlinburg (the destination for the 'run' of Dukes cars coming from Nashville).

     

    Here is the description of the full event:

     

    DESCRIPTION
    OCTOBER 2016 LAST CHANCE to Bring your "General Lee," "Hazzard County Police Car," or other "Hazzard Vehicle"  to participate in our ANNUAL Hazzard Run from Nashville to Gatlinburg. After 7 years of the Run we are going to create an Exciting New Fall Event for Hazzard County Car Owners and lovers in 2017 !!! Details will be announced at this year"s Run.
    Tom Wopat will be at Gatlinburg the entire weekend signing autographs.
    Sonny Shroyer & Rick Hurst will be in Nashville and Gatlinburg signing autographs
    We are also excited to announce that Saturday Night at 7:30 we are presenting "An Intimate Evening of Music and Conversation  with Tom Wopat" at the Greystone Inn across the road from Cooter"s Gatlinburg-
    Run registrants will be eligable for discount tickets to the concert if they sign up when registering their cars.

    Schedule of Events
    Friday October 7th
    Gather at Cooter's Place Nashville for registration. 
    Sonny Shroyer “Enos” & Rick Hurst “Cletus” will be at Cooter’s in Nashville for Meet & Greet
    Saturday October 8th:
    8 AM- 8:30 AM - Convoy leaves from parking lot behind Cooter's Place Nashville.
    3 PM - Arrive Gatlinburg for Hazzard County Parade.
    3:30 -5:00 PM - Park in display area at Cooter's Place Gatlinburg for Car Show and Meet and Greet with Tom Wopat.
    10 AM- 4 PM Tom Wopat Signing at Cooter's in Gatlinburg
    7:30 PM Concert with Tom Wopat (Seperate Ticket) at Glenstone Lodge 
    Sunday October 9th:
    10 AM - 4 PM Car Show and Meet and Greet with Tom Wopat
    Monday October 10th:
     Sonny Shroyer “Enos” & Rick Hurst “Cletus” will be at Cooter’s in Gatlinburg for Meet & Greet

    Registration fee includes event T-Shirt, Dash Plaque, Parade Permit, 2 Go-Kart Rides, 2 Mini-Golf Games at Cooter's Place in Gatlinburg.
    Nashville Hotels: http://www.hotelscombined.com/Place/Nashville.htm
    Gatlinburg Hotels http://www.gatlinburg.com/hotels/
    Glenstone Lodge in Gatlinburg is offering a Special $99 Rate for "Dukes of Hazzard" Fans During Oct 7th-10th for Hazzard Run, Cast Appearances and Tom Wopat Concert!
    When you call or book online Group code is "Hazzard" for Special Rate, For Hotel Reservations call 865-436-9361
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  4. Traffic in Tennessee??  Try coming to Orlando!  People from all over the world in rental cars trying to figure out where Disneyworld or the malls are.  And when it rains, they and the locals seem to forget how to drive!

     

    Back to Hobie's original question: No, you are not the only one.  Its great that other folks see Hazzard the same way I do.  Beyond the silly antics of Boss, Roscoe, and Cletus and the impossible feats of the General Lee, you really do get a feel for this show's location.  Despite the best efforts of Hollywood to make a caricature of life in the rural South, there is something genuine and attractive that comes through.  I credit the original spirit in which the show was created plus the ongoing efforts of the cast to infuse the show's characters with some integrity.  Its easy to point out the repetitive nature of the scripts, especially as the show reached 5,6, and 7 seasons.  But to me, every time I tune in is like visiting old friends- you would never complain about doing the same old thing with good friends.

     

    -Scooter

  5. I'm looking for that mix of crowd noise and un-distinct country music that they typically ran in the background when other dialog was taking place- the same kind you reference as being heard outside when a character is outside.  But you bring up a good point- a loop of the 'speed trap victim' songs would be good to add as an alternate.  I could up one of those banners outside as well (Tonight only: The Oak Ridge Boys).

     

    M

  6. I need the name of an episode where there was a good bit of ambient noise/music in the Boar's Nest without specific dialog.

     

      What I want to do is creat a loop of noise to play inside the Noar's Nest model I am currently building.  When anyone gets their face close to the model to look at details, I want them to hear the 'good times' going on inside.

     

    mark

     

     

  7. At the moment I'm concentrating on finishing the outside of the BN before I 'go back inside' to decorate.  

    Wow, this place went through a lot of changes over the years.  In addition to Boss' office switching sides of the building (reflecting a change in the interior sets), all the outside details move constantly.  The outside lights, number of hubcaps, the type and location of the gas pumps, number and location of the planters, and loading zone signs.  And this isn't even counting the differences in the Georgia and Hollywood buildings!

    So, instead of trying to match a particular configuration or season, I'm picking my favorite features seen throughout the series.  The funny thing is I don't think anyone else (except maybe HossC!) will know the difference!

  8. Thanks folks- as usual I have to give a shout-out and 'yeehaw' to HossC for his help on this as well.  I'm stealing (with permission I guess!) his sign art.  His take on the building dimensions and details was also very helpful.  Yea, I could do it myself but I certainly couldn't do it better and why reinvent the wheel!  It also adds another level of satisfaction to pull in the help of the HNet community on these projects.

     

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  9. Thanks folks- as usual I have to give a shout-out and 'yeehaw' to HossC for his help on this as well.  I'm stealing (with permission I guess!) his sign art.  His take on the building dimensions and details was also very helpful.  Yea, I could do it myself but I certainly couldn't do it better and why reinvent the wheel!  It also adds another level of satisfaction to pull in the help of the HNet community on these projects.

  10. Here we go again!  After Cooter's Garage, the next natural place to stop in Hazzard is the Boar's Nest.

    Like the garage, this is such an iconic location that I had to do this one the same way- detailed inside and out.  I'll keep posting more as things are completed.

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