Have you ever found yourself waking up, thinking, “I want to emanate Tennessee today?” Yes? No? It sounds like a pretty plausible situation, so we’ve found out just HOW you can have the true Tennessee experience, even if it is just for a day. Let’s take a walk through the Volunteer State, with these solid 12 tips to lead us.

12. Almost get in a car accident.
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We know we're terrible drivers - this is a normal thing.
11. And go to church.
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Doesn't even have to be a Sunday, because someone's having church.
10. Pick up a paycheck - sans income tax.
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Best. Feeling. Ever.
9. Become best friends with a stranger.
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WE LOVE EVERYONE.
8. Take a hike.
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Anywhere. East, West, Middle. Seriously anywhere.
7. Cheer on the Preds.
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Our home state hockey team - it's always a party at Bridgestone!
6. Get yourself some fried chicken.
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Just the way mama makes it.
5. And hot chicken.
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Because, Nashville...?
4. Pick up some Jack Daniels.
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Best selling American whiskey in the world - you have to get some.
3. Take in the Great Smoky Mountains.
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It's gorgeous. And the most visited National Park in the US.
2. Try a bushwacker.
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Boozy milkshake? Sign us UP.
1. Play some country music with the windows down.
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The most quintessential experience for a reason - it's positively great.

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