By Shannon McFarlin News Director
Camden, Tenn.–John Schneider–known to most as “Bo” from “The Dukes of Hazzard” television show, had a busy and eventful time during his visit locally, but one of the nicest things he did involved the Darkhorse Lodge which is being built in Henry County.
Schneider was in Camden all last weekend for “Bo’s Extravaganza” which featured multiple events in Camden, Birdsong Drive-In and Birdsong Marina.
During his visit, Schneider auctioned off the doors and license plate of his race car and donated the proceeds to Darkhorse Lodge. The auction was part of the performance with his band on Sunday in Camden.
Darkhorse Lodge Founder Gretchen Catherwood thanked Schneider and his wife, Alicia, for the kind gesture. “Huge shout out to Alicia and her most talented husband, John Schneider. It was a good day.”
Darkhorse Lodge is planned as a retreat for combat veterans of all branches of service to come to relax, fish on Kentucky Lake, enjoy area activities and communicate with other veterans. All at no cost to the guests. It is located in Henry County.
It is planned by Kirk and Gretchen Catherwood, who lost their son Lance Cpl. Alec Catherwood when he was killed in action October 14, 2010. Each room at the retreat will be named after one of the 25 men lost from the Marine Corps 3/5, Darkhorse unit.
Call 731-363-3616 for more information on Darkhorse Lodge.
Photo provided by Gretchen Catherwood.