Limos, Lip Fillers and Libations.... what more could you want??Everyone is invited to come to the Mountain Hall next to the GA fire hall. The fun starts at 5:00pm ... remember to bring some cash for the donations. All proceeds go to support the Georgia Fire and Police. We hope to see YOU there!Spread the word! Find us at ...theMountainEcho.orgPlease "Like" and 'subscribe' for notification of new episodes on your media player's podcast menu. FOLLOW us on our Facebook page!Also, many thanks for closing music featuring the Dismembered Tennesseans and vocals by the amazing Laura Walker singing Tennessee Waltz.

'The Hound of Heaven'This is a treat for the ears and the heart.Harry is a rare and blessed one indeed - Join us for a delightful discussion with a truly amazing man - Mr. Harry Lawrence. A graduate of the Caulkins School, then Lookout Mountain Elementary, then Baylor School, then Washington and Lee University and UT Memphis Medical School and then Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. Hear how his family was a very familiar household name in Chattanooga for decades as their family business served many folks. Harry shares about his service in the armed forces and how it led him to his ultimate vocation in medicine. He even helped to oversee the residency program for new eye doctors here in Chattanooga for many years - and loved it. Harry also shares about what the Episcopal Church has meant to him over the years and how the’ hound of heaven’ finally came for him. Also powerful in Harry’s life has been his work abroad and he kindly shares how he served through medical missions around the world. Claiming he is 92 years young, you have to hear this amazing man, - he surely means 29, not 92! Please don't miss his advice for each of us as we navigate today's troubled world. Harry - thank you for making my job so easy and for the good laughs - you did great!Spread the word! Find us at ...theMountainEcho.orgPlease "Like" and 'subscribe' for notification of new episodes on your media player's podcast menu. FOLLOW us on our Facebook page!Also, many thanks for closing music featuring the Dismembered Tennesseans and vocals by the amazing Laura Walker singing Tennessee Waltz.

Residents of both town communities are invited to attend the "Lookout Says 'Thank You'" event at Canopy coffee from 9 until 10 am Wednesday morning October 4. This is the Lookout version of the national Coffee with a Cop event that is held nationwide on the first Wednesday of October in communities across the nation. The first event of this national program on Lookout was back in the fall of 2020 which was handled as a coffee drop off event due to the COVID pandemic and social distancing. This year will see the return of the Lookout Mountain version of this event which is more than Coffee with a Cop but rather, coffee with EMS, Fire and Police - all together. Both Georgia and Tennessee communities are of course a part of this event and both Chiefs plan to attend as well as some of the new members of each department. Lookout Mountain has been very fortunate in so many ways and one of those is certainly that we have well trained and certified first responders especially in the medical field. Spread the word! Find us at ...theMountainEcho.orgPlease "Like" and 'subscribe' for notification of new episodes on your media player's podcast menu. FOLLOW us on our Facebook page!Also, many thanks for closing music featuring the Dismembered Tennesseans and vocals by the amazing Laura Walker singing Tennessee Waltz.

Dedication:  This special ‘public servant/ law enforcement’ episode is dedicated to four of the finest public servants from this area: Bill Roy(decd.), Vietnam, Tenn Highway Patrol, US Postal Service and host's uncle; Virginia Roy Newberry(decd.), Hamilton County Sheriff’s Dept. and host's Mother: Mike Stro, Vietnam and Chatt Police Dept(TN Police Officer of the Year) and host's father, and his(Stro) co-worker/ teammate Chuck Wells Chatt Police Dept./ Lookout Mtn Police Dept.(Chief) and host's friend. These four all served our general community very admirably and with many, individual awards and distinctions, as they have exemplified lives of distinction through service and dedication despite the danger. We thank them for their service.And to former Chief Wells: we are so proud, and grateful, of your service and especially of your personal journey fighting illness and the brave example you have set for others in our community. Thank you.We are all with you, Chuck.The torch passes from Chief Wells to Chief Schermerhorn- Hear about some new happenings in our community one of which is the Knox Box system. Our New Lookout Mtn(Tenn) Police Chief - Duane SchermerhornWhat do you need? From EMT to Chief of Police, or, Band-Aids to Bullets, he's got you covered!A son of some of the best examples of public service and community servants - teachers and military, Duane was a very blessed child to have such loving and wonderful role models as parents. Did you know his mother was among some of the first female captains in the U.S. Marine Corps? This little boy was going to behave! Listen in on this great episode and hear about the person, his life experiences and his rationale for where he is today and how he serves our community. Lookout can certainly claim our new Chief as ‘our own’ after 20 years of service in our community and many interactions with residents over that two-decade timeline of service. Beginning as a patrol officer and having served all roles now, including Chief, Duane and 15 others make up the 24/7 team that serves our neighborhood. Listen in and hear the surprising twists and turns of this conversation and learn about what makes us a very unique first responder team here on Lookout. After hearing this episode, you will certainly understand more about both Duane and our LMPD system. Did you know Duane was a U.S. Navy Seabee? Those are tough jobs!TRIVIA ALERT: See if you can guess the themes and sound clips used throughout the episode. Bonus - Chief Schermerhorn will reveal some news items and new programs that will affect us all, including his new ‘safe access program’ for community homes called Knox Box - it’s easy and very secure(see link below).Many thanks Chief and ‘Thank You’ to your team from the community.Enjoy listening.See the details of how the new Knox Box system works at:www.knoxbox.comLink re New Police Chief on Lookout Mountain in Chattanoogan.comDuane Schermerhorn Is New Lookout Mountain, Tn., Police Chief; David Paschall Steps Down From Commission Post Article Title - Chattanoogan.comSpread the word! Find us at ...theMountainEcho.orgPlease "Like" and 'subscribe' for notification of new episodes on your media player's podcast menu. FOLLOW us on our Facebook page!Also, many thanks for closing music featuring the Dismembered Tennesseans and vocals by the amazing Laura Walker singing Tennessee Waltz.

*NOTE - The Mountain Echo is honored to dedicate this amazing episode on Chattanooga history to a very dear and amazing Chattanooga native and former U.S. Forest Service District Ranger, Mr. Richard Thornburg, whose passion for all things good has no limits. After years of faithful, tough and excellent service in the field at different U.S. forests, Richard now serves in the halls of the Dept of Agriculture, in Washington, D.C. where his family resides and where he makes folks here in Chattanooga proud to call him ours. Richard - from the good folks here in Chattanooga, 'Thank YOU'.Where to begin...This is a longer episode so it may take more than one listen to hear it all. tME has foregone its regular episode intro and wrap-up to help with the time. It is really good - for many reasons. Chris Young is a Lookout Mtn Treasure for multiple reasons including his knowledge, his passion and his sense of duty, not to mention his great family here in our community. the Mountain Echo was created and continues as a means to showcase and celebrate the people of our community and their passions - Chris Young is the epitome of why we exist. We hope you enjoy this super-sized episode and topic. Hailing from Peidmont, AL, husband of Stephanie, father of a son, a multiple-degree holder in subjects such as History and English and others, this fella wears a lot of hats. Since 2019, he and his family have lived in our community on Lookout - just behind Rock City.  His amazing wife Stephanie is a key member of the team at Lookout Pres. and works with their Missions effort. She truly has a heart of gold. In honor of Chattanooga and the national military park here, tME is releasing this much anticipated episode on Saturday, August 19th, the exact-to-the-day anniversary of the formation of the park here. The Chattanooga and Chicakamauga battlefields were the FIRST in our nation to be preserved and Chris does a masterful job of telling that story. In this episode, hear about many items including: Chris' family serving in the war, Chris' search for his life's calling, The movie Gettysburg and how it impacted Chris, President Benjamin Harrison serving as a soldier in Chattanooga under Sherman, how eight thousand students visited our park here one year, how the first Medal of Honor recipient was here in the Chattanooga battles, the huge importance of Chattanooga in the war, and more. This year, 2023, marks the 160th anniversary of the battles in and around Chattanooga(1863) - and here on Lookout Mountain! Hear about the plans and events coming to Chattanooga and Lookout Mountain this fall.As Chris says, 'This is your park, this is our park', and 'this is a place that may make some people uncomfortable', and ' we are here to preserve and protect this place for generations to come'.And to the famous and so-loved local ranger who has served this area with excellence for so long, Jim Ogden....Jim, 'Watch Out! - this guy is GOOD!'Chris- my God man, well done Sir indeed, well done. Thank you.www.nps.gov/CHCH   is the National Park Service's local websiteCredits: The Civil War soundtrack by Ken Burns/ PBS - multiple tracksSpread the word! Find us at ...theMountainEcho.orgPlease "Like" and 'subscribe' for notification of new episodes on your media player's podcast menu. FOLLOW us on our Facebook page!Also, many thanks for closing music featuring the Dismembered Tennesseans and vocals by the amazing Laura Walker singing Tennessee Waltz.

Humility and service are two words that quickly come to mind when one thinks about Brooke Pippenger. In her own words, she likes 'helping people, solving problems and valuing people'. Married to Andy, they moved to Lookout to raise a family - and boy have they.  Living in their 'cabin in the woods' in the town of Lookout Mountain, TN, these two have parented three wonderful children in our dear community.  The daughter of an Air Force service member, the genes to serve are very ingrained with Brooke.  For years, Lkt GA has had Kenny Lee, and now Lkt TN has Brooke!The Lookout town charter does not allow for a 'Town Manager' so Brooke is serving in the role of a 'Town Consultant' and a year into the new role, she is learning and helping with communication and Mayor Walker Jones must be very happy about this new help in town governance.  Recruited by Mayor Jones, Brooke was happy to help out. Brooke has never met a stranger and she is very approachable all while combining a sincerity and humility that make her perfect for public service. She even gives out her phone # and email in the podcast! Listen in and hear why Brooke is a very special person and why her style and skills are so well suited for her new role. Brooke of course praises fellow teammates such as Joe Hailey, Belinda Allen and Duane Schermerhorn. Here's to Year 2 being a great one, so let's all give Brooke a big Lookout cheer of support as she continues to make an impact and improve the function of town government here on Lookout Mountain. We are with you Brooke! Thank you for serving us! Well done Mayor - great addition!Okay Mayor - don't be afraid - come on here and talk with us! You're still invited!You too - Chief!Spread the word! Find us at ...theMountainEcho.orgPlease "Like" and 'subscribe' for notification of new episodes on your media player's podcast menu. FOLLOW us on our Facebook page!Also, many thanks for closing music featuring the Dismembered Tennesseans and vocals by the amazing Laura Walker singing Tennessee Waltz.

She's headed north folks! With Georgia in the rearview mirror and Tennessee ahead, this lady is LMS bound - and boy are we lucky. A career educator, this lady is passionate about two things - the Lookout Mountain community and her mission of educating children. Just from what little time we have spent with Emily, it's doubtful this educator has yet to meet a challenge she didn't rise to meet. Energy, drive and passion, all describe our new Principal. Please join the Mountain Echo as we bow in respect and gratitude to Ruth White and we stand to honor the hard work and accomplishments of both Emily Haney and Missy McKenna to the roles of Principal and Assistant Principal, respectively. Thank you also to the Lookout Mountain School Board of Education for their care and leadership. It appears, yet again, we got it right.Welcome to Tennessee!We are all with you Emily!Go LMS!**Note - Special ending song dedicated to Emily Haney for beginning her new chapter in leadership with us.Spread the word! Find us at ...theMountainEcho.orgPlease "Like" and 'subscribe' for notification of new episodes on your media player's podcast menu. FOLLOW us on our Facebook page!Also, many thanks for closing music featuring the Dismembered Tennesseans and vocals by the amazing Laura Walker singing Tennessee Waltz.

Wow - two decades have passed since Ed and Erma Caballero arrived on Lookout and began their time as the innkeepers at our very own Garden Walk Inn, and now, they are retiring and ready to pass the torch. These two, love people and they love to offer food and shelter to travelers from all around the world and from our own neighborhood. Strong in their faith, these two have been truly blessed, and they have been true blessings to so many over the years. Originally from Columbia via Los Angeles, and even Las Vegas, Ed and Erma have been residents here on Lookout Mountain for over two decades now. Raising a close family of three children, they found a way to make it work despite the challenges. Everyone worked and helped out as their and its cottages has been a waypoint for thousands over the years. Hear how they used this amazing piece of land and its whimsical cottages to make a living and to offer grace and help to many local families in times of need.  In this episode, we recognize, celebrate and honor the work Ed and Erma have done in our community for over two decades.  Even though the future of the Inn is uncertain, let us show that our feelings and gratitude for these two and their service, is not. Also mentioned in this episode are: Las Vegas, UCLA, Pastor Nathan White, the Georgia Town Hall, Lkt Mtn GA Police, guns, street lights, Covenant College, Chattanooga Christian School, McCallie School and more...Ed and Erma - Thank You! Thank you for all your hard work and for choosing Lookout in the beginning - you will both be greatly missed. We wish you the very best in this next chapter of life.** Note**: in honor of Ed and Erma - the Mountain Echo has switched out its standard sign-off and replaced it with an honorary song by Lauren Daigle, 'You Say'Please enjoy this special episode - and if you know anyone who wants to operate an Inn - let them know. Enjoy.Spread the word! Find us at ...theMountainEcho.orgPlease "Like" and 'subscribe' for notification of new episodes on your media player's podcast menu. FOLLOW us on our Facebook page!Also, many thanks for closing music featuring the Dismembered Tennesseans and vocals by the amazing Laura Walker singing Tennessee Waltz.

Patriotic stories and music - enjoySpread the word! Find us at ...theMountainEcho.orgPlease "Like" and 'subscribe' for notification of new episodes on your media player's podcast menu. FOLLOW us on our Facebook page!Also, many thanks for closing music featuring the Dismembered Tennesseans and vocals by the amazing Laura Walker singing Tennessee Waltz.

This episode is dedicated to U.S. Marine Corporal Nathaniel Pena, who is serving at high levels of responsibility in Washington, D.C., and to his proud family back home in Austin, Texas. Thank you for your service Nathan.Frank shares as only a US Marine can, about life in the desert, leading young warriors, eating last and finally, the joy of coming home. Hear how the Lattimore and Taft families along with the Jacoways settled in Chattanooga and how Frank's wife, D'Arcy arrived in the area. This is a moving episode that is really just about people and relationships - from beginning to end. Recorded during a massive summer storm complete with bolts of thunder and lightning, the listeners will marvel at the timing of some of these bolts and claps as we discuss artillery and war.Recorded on Lookout Mountain at the ancestral Hughes home, this episode has a wonderful, relaxed feel and pace and is a true testament to the type of people who make up the Lookout Mountain community.Enjoy. Spread the word! Find us at ...theMountainEcho.orgPlease "Like" and 'subscribe' for notification of new episodes on your media player's podcast menu. FOLLOW us on our Facebook page!Also, many thanks for closing music featuring the Dismembered Tennesseans and vocals by the amazing Laura Walker singing Tennessee Waltz.

LaFayette son Ralph Hill, who hails from Hogansville, Georgia originally, shares a lot with listeners about a whole range of topics. He has a special message for all our listeners....Your Honor, ...it's our honor...so thank you. Ralph shares about Hogansville, Vietnam, Sylvia, US Army, LMPC, Len Teague, Hank Currin, Bible study in Rossville, Pete Adcock, overseas missions, Camdentown, the courtroom, foxhole agnostics, Gideons International, the selfie generation and finally, serving The Lord.Ralph, you have been a public servant for most of your life and now you help others who feel overwhelmed and in crisis - thank you. Thank you for your service to our country and for all the lives you have touched and tried to help and support over the years. Ralph, you are indeed, a true 'Fortunate Son' and many lives are better because of you.Thank you Ralph Hill.Spread the word! Find us at ...theMountainEcho.orgPlease "Like" and 'subscribe' for notification of new episodes on your media player's podcast menu. FOLLOW us on our Facebook page!Also, many thanks for closing music featuring the Dismembered Tennesseans and vocals by the amazing Laura Walker singing Tennessee Waltz.

An epitome of a Lookout Mtn, Georgia couple who raised a family in Fairyland for decades, Edward and Wendy Taliaferro have done it all on Lookout. Please join in and hear about how this couple, became a family and survived military service and began their lives together on this mountain. Ed graciously and humbly tells his story of service, uncertainty, family and the beginnings of life on Lookout with two sons - Robby and Ricky.Post recording notes from the speaker, Ed: 1. Mayor Olgiati ordered the leveling of Cameron Hill. 2. The top was originally a fort, later became a park for the community. 3.Ft Benning was hotter than Gordon. 4.22 kids in the neighborhood not 37. 5. Actually the Greatest generation was the WW1. 6. I do not have a flag on my car. 7. I would like for you to say up front that your mother and me are first cousins.Yes, my beloved mother, Virginia Roy Newberry was a first cousin with Edward, and she revered him greatly. Ed and Wendy - we all love you and we appreciate all you have done over the years to make our community a better place to live - Thank you. This special series highlights and celebrates some of our community members who have served us, their country, with military service.  This 'Sounds of Service' series will feature a community member each day as we celebrate out nation's independence, freedom and 'birth'. Please join us and hear from some of these folks, our neighbors as they share memories and thoughts with us - the listeners. Spread the word! Find us at ...theMountainEcho.orgPlease "Like" and 'subscribe' for notification of new episodes on your media player's podcast menu. FOLLOW us on our Facebook page!Also, many thanks for closing music featuring the Dismembered Tennesseans and vocals by the amazing Laura Walker singing Tennessee Waltz.

Join in for a quick message from our good friends at Lula Lake, well delivered by Daniel Roberts, about a special day coming up soon where the property is reserved for mountain residents to enjoy it.   Daniel, yet again, does a really good job of laying out the plan and helping folks know what to expect. Also, a donation-collection point will be on-site so bring a little love to leave if you can.Let's go support Lula Lake - a true Mountain Treasure!Spread the word! Find us at ...theMountainEcho.orgPlease "Like" and 'subscribe' for notification of new episodes on your media player's podcast menu. FOLLOW us on our Facebook page!Also, many thanks for closing music featuring the Dismembered Tennesseans and vocals by the amazing Laura Walker singing Tennessee Waltz.

"Ready for Pushback"**may be a two-listen episode due to the longer run-time.In this longer episode, Dan Carroll shares delightful stories about his childhood, his parents, meeting his wife from Lookout Mtn for the first time, his family, his love of flying and his love of cars. This is a super fun episode full of laughs, edits, more laughs and a lot of cutting up. Dan is like a perfectionist with a great sense of humor and that combination will have the listeners smiling and laughing from the beginning to the end of this episode. We had so much fun making this episode that we included a "Smokey and The Bandit" style blooper track at the end of the main episode. Dan is full of surprises from his love of ski racing to his recent win in a big car show. Dan doesn't disappoint in the "Love Dept.", either as he shares the story of his first time on Lookout as he came to meet his amazing wife, Talley. Also hear about their two wonderful children and what they are up to these days.Listen in and hear about Nino, the Italian mechanic, and Dan's first car, to all about the Ferrari Club of America - this episode is big and loaded. We talk about New Haven, CT,  East Rock, The Foote School and MTSU, 'aviation English' and Murfreesboro and Mr. King. Hear about flying and the airline industry of today and the changes close ahead for us all. Also hear all about Dan's main passion...Cars. And, at the end of the episode, hear some surprise news for mountain residents as Dan and the host share news about a possible upcoming event that is sure to get a good turnout on the mountain. * Note - this hour-plus, long episode may need to heard in two or more listens - it's a big one - but well worth your time. Enjoy - and Dan - Good job! You did great! You are a true Mountain Treasure! Now put your tray in the upright position and fasten your seatbelts! Capn' Dan is about to push up the throttles!Spread the word! Find us at ...theMountainEcho.orgPlease "Like" and 'subscribe' for notification of new episodes on your media player's podcast menu. FOLLOW us on our Facebook page!Also, many thanks for closing music featuring the Dismembered Tennesseans and vocals by the amazing Laura Walker singing Tennessee Waltz.

Wow - where to begin? Graham Burns is a true Lookout Treasure and she recently sat to share with the Mountain Echo listeners about her family, her life on Lookout and her recent trip to London to attend the coronation of King Charles III. From her wonderful home (also her childhood home) on the brow, well-loved Graham graciously shares about her parents- The Walkers, her family with Bud, raising 7 children, the Caulkins School, some of the neighborhood families and children who attended the famous 'Caulkins School' with Nancy Caulkins, mountain real estate, her FIRST coronation for Elizabeth, her second coronation ceremony for Charles and world travel to Europe, Greece and Egypt. The Great Pyramid finally got to meet The Great Graham Burns! Such fun stories and memorable times - thank you Lady Graham, you did a wonderful job!Spread the word! Find us at ...theMountainEcho.orgPlease "Like" and 'subscribe' for notification of new episodes on your media player's podcast menu. FOLLOW us on our Facebook page!Also, many thanks for closing music featuring the Dismembered Tennesseans and vocals by the amazing Laura Walker singing Tennessee Waltz.

Join us for this special, summer 'conservation' episode and hear about many things on Ann's mind including: Lookout's amazing garden clubs - "cheaper than therapy", 'the little things that run the world',  Bee City USA, monarch butterflies, Kenny the Caterpillar,  Joe Wilson Park, Fairyland's new town hall, Father's Day bird houses for sale, Creek Friendly Yards, Battle of the Mountains, Rain Smart Yards, "what's that smell?", the power of native plants - no - not  that plant, changing rainfall patterns, 'water is not cheap', Reflection Riding, birds, butterflies and bees - oh my! With special mentions to Kenny Lee and Elizabeth Jones.Go to www.mywaterways.org  to schedule your FREE yard and water-runoff assessment. Let's DO THIS Lookout!Ann is a True Lookout Treasure and a great storyteller. Please join us for another wonderful episode where she highlights some really good info we should all be 'up' on.And parents with young ones - be sure not to miss the Pollinator Festival!!Saturday, June 17th, at the new Town Hall. Thank you, yet again, Ann Brown! You have done an amazing job with a tough, messy subject!Fans of the popular TV show. 'Schitt's Creek', let us know if you think this episode's subject matter 'stinks'!Spread the word! Find us at ...theMountainEcho.orgPlease "Like" and 'subscribe' for notification of new episodes on your media player's podcast menu. FOLLOW us on our Facebook page!Also, many thanks for closing music featuring the Dismembered Tennesseans and vocals by the amazing Laura Walker singing Tennessee Waltz.

In this very timely and informative episode, Director of Lookout's community summer camp, 'Commons Camp' informs parents about the benefits and traditions of this favorite summer experience for neighborhood children. Gwin also opens up and shares about her childhood on Lookout, meeting her husband John, attending Commons Camp herself and finally about how the camp currently functions. Parents of neighborhood children ages of 5 and up will want to be aware of and familiar with the basics of the camp and Gwin does a great job of covering the objective info and she gives a great feel for the camp environment with anecdotes and heartfelt stories. Please join us for this quick, informative and special episode about a tradition and a treasure on Lookout; see if you can guess which is which. And Gwin, THANK YOU, for all that you do year-round to help make our community the special place we all know it to be. You are a Treasure!Spread the word! Find us at ...theMountainEcho.orgPlease "Like" and 'subscribe' for notification of new episodes on your media player's podcast menu. FOLLOW us on our Facebook page!Also, many thanks for closing music featuring the Dismembered Tennesseans and vocals by the amazing Laura Walker singing Tennessee Waltz.

Upbeat - brave - honest - fighter - tough - fearless - hopeful - beautifulThese are some of the first words that come to mind when you listen to the amazing Amy J Hill. Her story is real, it is powerful, and it is hopeful. If you want to feel upbeat and NOT afraid then listen to Amy share her story. Moving to Lookout Mountain from Atlanta in early 2022, the Hill family has settled in nicely on the Georgia side of the community and their wonderful son is enjoying Fairyland School. Listeners of the Mountain Echo will find a very upbeat and positive message from Amy as she does a really fantastic job of discussing a tough issue. Finally, hear the news about the big event and how it has changed from years past - the Komen WALK. Saturday October 1 at Hamilton Place Mall. Great news - Amy has a team and you can contribute or walk or both!Here is the link to read more: Susan G. Komen® - 2022 Chattanooga MORE THAN PINK Walk : Amy J. Hill (info-komen.org)Individuals with small donations are the bulk of what makes Komen work - also companies, large or small, with donations and teams really help move the needle forward in this fight that touches so many lives. The battle IS being won by groups like Komen and folks like Amy - please consider being a part of the coming victory. Main Susan G. Komen website:  www.komen.org Chattanooga Walk main site: Susan G. Komen® - 2022 Chattanooga MORE THAN PINK Walk (info-komen.org)Spread the word! Find us at ...theMountainEcho.orgPlease "Like" and 'subscribe' for notification of new episodes on your media player's podcast menu. FOLLOW us on our Facebook page!Also, many thanks for closing music featuring the Dismembered Tennesseans and vocals by the amazing Laura Walker singing Tennessee Waltz.

It's not really like other mountain courses...rather, it's more of a course... on a 'cloud'.Carter, Lupton, Probasco, Davenport, Oehmig, Dye, and of course Raynor - these are some of the many names who have all been an instrumental part of an amazing story, 100 years in the making. Hear from the wonderful mind, and heart, of Doug Stein about not just the golf course on Lookout but also about his family, growing up here and his many friends from over the years. This is a really powerful episode of time, vision, passion, dreams and especially determination. Doug does an excellent job of sharing with listeners about his great memories from growing up in this community and even raising his children here and his love of this community. Hear about everything from the great ice storm of 1960 to the building of Covenant College and even movie stars who came to Lookout. It is a joy to listen to Doug share what is clearly a life passion for him as his talks about his family, his friends and the course at Lookout Mountain. This episode offers a true deep dive on the actual golf holes and their layouts and, it goes into some great detail about the current, exciting renovations. At times, the listeners may even feel like Doug is actually channeling Seth Raynor himself as he describes the layout and vision of the course. Oh, and what a May it will be! As the anticipated opening of the course sometime late next spring, the opening of this long-awaited and much anticipated "ultimate upgrade" will occur.  The Stein name joins the list of these special folks all of whom have been passionate on this journey.So, until then, please listen and enjoy the truly excellent effort by Doug to share the history, vision and hopes for this wonderful asset in our community. Well done Lookout Mtn Club members and, well done Doug Stein! King must be so proud. Thank you!Spread the word! Find us at ...theMountainEcho.orgPlease "Like" and 'subscribe' for notification of new episodes on your media player's podcast menu. FOLLOW us on our Facebook page!Also, many thanks for closing music featuring the Dismembered Tennesseans and vocals by the amazing Laura Walker singing Tennessee Waltz.

Coach Ben Wharton shares some really good commentary about our community program on Lookout, many who contributed to its success this year from parents to company sponsors and even about each of the individual players. Join us for a wonderful and uplifting episode that will make you cheer and feel truly hopeful about the future.  Hear Ben share about himself, his family and especially on what many people get wrong about baseball. Thank you, Ben Wharton and all the coaches, parents and corporate sponsors who together helped to make this a year we won't soon forget! Special recognition to:Eric BurnetteCraig LubbersMatthew BryantJim BastogneJoseph WingfieldKevin LloydJonathan HooverScott ShellBrandon AdamsMrs BurnetteBeth WingfieldCarlee HilgerLyndsey LloydMaggie CoreyAnd of course, Mrs Wharton.Spread the word! Find us at ...theMountainEcho.orgPlease "Like" and 'subscribe' for notification of new episodes on your media player's podcast menu. FOLLOW us on our Facebook page!Also, many thanks for closing music featuring the Dismembered Tennesseans and vocals by the amazing Laura Walker singing Tennessee Waltz.