It’s Back to School Time! Get Ready for New Adventures and Last-Minute Summer Fun!
We have some easy back to school camping recipes. We will also give you things going on around town in August!
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BACON CHEESEBURGER TATER TOT CASSEROLE
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds ground beef
- ¾ cup cooked chopped bacon
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 (32-oz) package frozen tater tots
- 1 (10.5-oz) can condensed cheddar cheese soup
- 1 (16-oz) container sour cream
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly spray a 9×13-inch pan with cooking spray. Set aside.
- Cook ground beef in a large skillet until no longer pink. Drain fat.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked beef, bacon, cheddar cheese, tater tots, cheese soup, and sour cream. Mix until thoroughly combined.
- Spread mixture into prepared pan.
- Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, until bubbly.
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When: August 16, 2024
- Bijou Theatre803 South Gay Street Knoxville, TN 37902
Presented By: Bijou Theatre
Price: $27.00 – $37.00
Time: 8:00 PM
Reasons you should go camping in August

1. Perfect Weather: August offers warm days and cool nights, perfect for camping and enjoying the great outdoors.
2. End of Summer Fun: Squeeze in those last summer adventures before the hustle and bustle of back-to-school season.
3. Fewer Crowds: Enjoy a more peaceful camping experience as the summer crowds start to thin out.
4. Beautiful Scenery: August brings lush landscapes and vibrant sunsets, ideal for nature walks and photography.
5. Outdoor Activities: Take advantage of swimming, hiking, fishing, and more while the weather is still warm.
6. Family Time: Make unforgettable memories with your family before school schedules take over.
7. Stargazing: Clear summer skies make for perfect stargazing nights, spotting constellations and maybe even a shooting star.
8. Wildlife Watching: August is a great time to observe wildlife as animals prepare for the upcoming fall season.
Plan your August camping trip now and enjoy all these benefits and more at Volunteer Park Campground! 🌳🏕️✨
🏈 Ready for some Tennessee football action? 🏈

Make Volunteer Park and Campground in Heiskell your go-to place for accommodations! We’re just a short 20-minute drive north of the stadium, making it super convenient to catch all the game-day excitement.
Whether you’re an RV enthusiast or prefer camping under the stars, we’ve got the perfect spot for you. Enjoy the comfort of our well-maintained facilities and the camaraderie of fellow Vols fans.
Book your stay with us and make your Tennessee football experience even more memorable. Go Vols! 🧡
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