I would have to write a 200 page travel guide to cover things fully, but, just to start things off, here are some of the broad reaching activities that the area offers.

Outdoor Activities  - Hiking, boating, kayaking, swimming, camping.

Crafts - Numerous craft festivals and a cluster of crafts businesses in ST. Elmo, North Chattanooga and Southside just to name a few.

Health Care - Large hospitals such as Erlanger and Memorial as well as specialized clinics for heart, physical therapy, acupuncture as well as holistic and alternative medicine practitioners.

Shopping - Hamilton Mall, Downtown and all types of mom and pop independent businesses that provide everything from canvas awnings to trophies.

Pet Care -  Many veterinary establishments as well as pet boutiques whether it be the exotic or a dog or cat. 

Cultural - Tivoli Theatre, Chattanooga Symphony or dinner theatre as well as the Hunter Museum and Battlefield Park.

Community Events - Riverbend, and any number of picnics, street festivals and fund raisers.

Golf- There are at least 6 courses locally that I can think of as well as a few driving ranges.

Schools - Many excellent school districts as well as specialized magnet schools.  Two renowned private schools are also located here; Girls Preparatory and McCallie.  There are also several community colleges as well as University of Tennessee Chattanooga and several parochial and public private universities and colleges.

Housing - From apartments to condos to single family to downtown lofts.  There is a wide choice of affordable housing of any shape and size including even houseboats. 

Industry    TVA, Volkswagen, McKees and the list goes on.

Airport - Chattanooga has a great airport for easy travel in and out and also a smaller affiliate for private aircraft.

History - It abounds here from Native American culture to the civil war legacy.

So, as you can see, there are many things of interest worth coming to Chattanooga to investigate.  It is an excellent place to raise children or to retire.  If you would like a more detailed list of events or activities with dates, please contact me to inquire and I will be sure to send you a packet.