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Local musicians drop by and fill the porch with everything from bluegrass to folk. You never quite know who'll be picking when you arrive — and that's the beauty of it.

Slow down and take in the Smoky Mountain air from a proper rocking chair. The kind of seat where an hour disappears without you noticing.

Challenge a stranger to a game of checkers. Regulars will warn you — some of the local characters may have been playing since before you were born.

The porch regulars are half the reason people keep coming back. Storytellers, jokers, and genuine mountain folk who make every visit feel like coming home.

Home to our expert-led seminars and preparedness courses. The Back Room is purpose-built for instruction — with seating, presentation space, and the right atmosphere to learn.

From first aid to emergency preparedness, fire starting to wilderness navigation — The Back Room is where knowledge becomes skill. Check the class schedule for upcoming sessions.

Need a unique venue? The Back Room is available for private events, meetings, workshops, and gatherings. A one-of-a-kind space right in the heart of Cosby.

The Back Room is available to rent for private events, small group meetings, workshops, and more. Whether you're hosting a community class, a team gathering, or something entirely your own — bring it to the mountains.