This is a great opportunity for national park visitors to experience the myriad different types of lodging available in the region that many people don't know about.

The majority of people staying at Paradise Inn likely book their rooms well in advance. We can help the visitor in their planning process. That's when information on lodging availability can be the make or break point in that decision making.

The other silver lining to the Paradise Inn project, it gives all of us a chance to visit the lesser-known but equally beautiful parts of the park.

I didn't (look to take charge). I just had the opportunity to score, so I just put the ball up there at the basket.

They've been sliding for as long as I've been alive. This sport is based on experience. I know when I get to that level, I'll be able to be in competition with them.

Ray Evernham has given me a great opportunity and I have good people around me, so it makes things a lot easier, ... I'm very excited. It is a big step and I don't have that much stock car experience and I can't wait to get that first one over and done with. It's the opportunity of a lifetime.