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Spring Tour de Smokies with Blackberry Farm

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The time has finally come! From inspired wellness guides to master sommeliers and world-renowned chefs, Blackberry Farm has announced its 2024 Blackberry Year theme, “In Good Company.” 

Ride away from the chill of Winter and into a fresh season with the annual Spring Tour de Smokies! Routes customizable for every level of rider will take you through the breathtaking scenery of the Great Smoky Mountains as it awakens with the new blooms of Spring. Unforgettable rides are powered by meals from the Blackberry Farm Culinary team, carefully paired with wine selections from master sommelier, and fellow cyclist, Ken Fredrickson. Cycling coach Robbie Ventura and the Blackberry Farm Cycling team will guide you through each memorable ride and conversation during this event.

Riders

Sunday March 24

Personal Sessions
Featuring Coach Robbie Ventura
Available via appointment

Opening Reception 6:30pm at the Dogwood

Opening Dinner 7:00pm at the Dogwood
Featuring Chef Sarah Steffan and Wines from Ken Fredrickson

Monday March 25

Continental Breakfast 7:00-9:00am in Bramble Hall -or- Breakfast at Leisure 7:30-10:30am at the Main House

Pre-Ride Discussion 8:45am at Bramble Hall

Morning Ride 9:00am from Bramble Hall

Group Lunch 12:30pm at the Yallarhammer

A Blackberry Conversation
Following lunch at the Yallarhammer

Dinner at Leisure 5:30-9:00pm at the Dogwood -or- 6:00-9:00pm at The Barn

Tuesday March 26

Continental Breakfast 7:00-9:00am in Bramble Hall -or- Breakfast at Leisure 7:30-10:30am at the Main House

Pre-Ride Discussion 8:45am at Bramble Hall

Morning Ride 9:00am from Bramble Hall

Group Lunch 12:30pm at the Main House

Finale Reception 6:30pm at The Barn

Finale Dinner 7:00pm at The Barn
Featuring Chef Cassidee Dabney and the Blackberry Farm Culinary Team and Wines from Ken Fredrickson

Wednesday March 27

Continental Breakfast 6:30-8:00am in Bramble Hall -or- Breakfast at Leisure 7:30-10:30am at the Main House

Morning Ride 8:00am from Bramble Hall

Departures and Fond Farewells

Non-Riders

Sunday March 24

Opening Reception 6:30pm at the Dogwood

Opening Dinner 7:00pm at the Dogwood
Featuring Chef Sarah Steffan and Wines from Ken Fredrickson

Monday March 25

Yoga 10:00am at the Wellhouse
Please sign up with the Concierge as space is limited

Group Lunch 12:30pm at the Yallarhammer

Tuesday March 26

Group Lunch 12:30pm at the Main House

Finale Reception 6:30pm at The Barn

Finale Dinner 7:00pm at The Barn
Featuring Chef Cassidee Dabney and the Blackberry Farm Culinary Team and Wines from Ken Fredrickson

Wednesday March 27

Breakfast at Leisure 7:30-10:30am at The Main House

Fond Farewells

Spring Tour de Smokies glasses

For more information about the the event or to a reserve a room, visit Blackberry Farm.

  • Location

    1471 West Millers Cove Road Walland, Tennessee 37886
  • date:

    March 24, 2024 - March 27, 2024
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