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Harbins Park Dog Park is Now Open - 5/24/13 at 12 noon
This 1,290 acre dog park is open Sunrise until sunset unless posted otherwise. Other amenities are playground, pavilion, restrooms, grills, football/multi-purpose field, equestrian trailer parking, 4.3-mile paved multi-purpose trail, 7 mile equestrian trail, 14-mile mountain biking trail, and 4.5-mile hiking trail. Phone: 678-277-0890 Address: Harbins Park, 2995 Luke Edwards Rd, Dacula GA 30019 |
Visit Two Mile Creek Park - It has picnic tables, grills, fishing, swimming and boat launch ramp and more. Pets are allowed. Open all year. Parking, admission and even the boat ramp are free. See more information and a terrific video of this beautiful Lake Lanier park.  |
| Participate in National Trails Day® event at Cloudland Canyon State Park on Saturday, June 1, 2013. Friends of Cloudland Canyon State Park will be joining the American Hiking Society in celebrating National Trails Day® (NTD) by sponsoring a work and play event on 6/1/2013. Click here for more info on this event. |
| The Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests is waiving fees at most of its day-use recreation sites on June 8, September 28 and November 9-11, 2013. “Fee-free days are an ideal time to recapture your youth by taking your family to the outdoors,” said Robin Morgan, deputy director of the agency’s Recreation, Heritage and Volunteer Resources. “More importantly, it’s an ideal time to introduce the young people in your life to an exceptional experience they’ll remember forever.” Find out more about these fantastic fee free days here. |
| Keep Fido Trim with Healthy Walks & Campouts - The dog days of summer will be here before you know it, and Georgia’s State Parks want to ensure you and Fido have a good time in the great outdoors. By spending time in parks, dogs and owners will get exercise -- and Fido can enjoy a smorgasbord of sights and smells. Below is a summary of ways your pooch can enjoy traveling to Georgia’s State Parks. See more info here. |
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| Georgia’s State Parks, Veterinarians Team Up for Healthier Pets & People - Revolutionary Program Promotes Walks in the Woods to Fight Obesity - Shhhh. Don’t tell Fluffy, but he’s a little – how do we say this – too fluffy. And no one wants to talk about it. That’s the news from a recent study which found that 30 to 50 percent of American dogs are obese, closely mimicking the human epidemic, and that a third of their owners do not realize it is a problem. See more info about this wonderful program. |
| Wake the Lake Cable Park opened in April 2013 at Sunset Cove in Lanier World. The new cable park has thrilling features such as a double-sided ramp and will accommodate several different types of watersports. A cable park is a pulley system that allows individuals to wakeboard, waterski, wakeskate, kneeboard or tube while being pulled by a cable. Read more about this exciting new 2013 watersport adventure here. |
 Explore Georgia Birds, and Bird Watching Tools and Techniques:
Discover exciting and diverse bird habitats of Georgia and how migratory patterns determine when you are likely to see specific bird species. Here's a couple of tools and techniques that are essential for observing and subsequently identifying birds. Also see how you can find the right birdbath for your yard. Following are 4 great articles for bird lovers.  The diverse Birds of Georgia. Bird watching tools and techniques. Find the right birdbath for your yard. Trees and Shrubs for Attracting Birds |
| New Crawford W. Long Museum Opens Traveling by Horse, Stagecoach and Train Exhibit - The Crawford W. Long Museum has opened a new permanent exhibit showcasing artifacts related to traveling in the mid 1800s. See more info about this interesting travel exhibit. |
| The Art of the Craft Show - Art and crafts, as different as the two forms of expression can be, pair up harmoniously like wine and cheese, or peanut butter and jelly. As explained by Wikipedia: “Generally, craft involves ability and technique and is historically associated with the production of useful objects. Art appeals purely at the level of imagination and isn’t good for any practical utility, except the cultivation of the human spirit.” Right, that’s exactly what I thought! Click here for interesting info and a list of arts and craft shows in Georgia. |
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| The Peach State hosts an eclectic variety of events during the year, and 2013 is no exception. You'll find that Georgia's annual offerings cater to just about everyone. Mark your calendars now to partake in Georgia's botanical uniqueness; explore the state from a new perspective and travel back to the Renaissance era. Check out these special events here. |
| Reed Bingham State Park opens Eagle Island Campsite - Paddlers Stay on their Own Private Island. Private islands are usually reserved for the rich, but with the opening of a new campsite in south Georgia, anyone willing to paddle a canoe can stay overnight on their own small island. Click here for more information. |
| Road Trip? Plan Your Vacation to Keep the Family Feud Out of It - Plan your trip starting at the point before you leave and anticipate issues that will come up along the way to assure it's a trip to remember instead of one you spend years trying to forget. See family road trip tips here. |
| Baseball: The Ballpark Road Trip - The Guinness Book of World Records for the fastest time to see a game at all 30 MLB ballparks is 23 days. See if you can you meet (or beat) the record. |
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| Daydreaming about beaches, sunshine, rainforests, jungles, hidden lagoons and waterfalls? Exotic locations expose adventurers to unbelievable natural beauty, diverse cultures and mysterious new places. Whether your idea of exotic is deep in a Thai jungle, floating the Amazon, the French countryside or the beaches of the Mediterranean, there are plenty of ways to get away with minimal hassle. Here's some tips to planning exotic summer trips. |
| Leave No Stone Unturned When Used Car Shopping - Purchasing a used car often feels like traversing a gauntlet of financing options, exhaustive research and verification of the car's proposed functionality. Don't fret fellow first-time used car buyers. With a little bit of work and adhering to a checklist inspection, buyers will drive away in a pristine set of wheels. See how you can find a nice used car on a budget. |
| Car Camping: Free Fun for the Whole Family - Every year, my husband and I plan a family trip that must be in a location we have never visited before. Our 5-year-old son and 8-year-old daughter will vacation with us. This year we decided to look into going camping, near the great lakes, when the weather gets warmer. Since our son is still too young to brave the elements outside, we thought it was best to camp out of a vehicle or get a vehicle that would allow us to carry all of the fun equipment (ie. bikes, tents, boats, etc) that we would want during the week-long vacation. See tips on how to prepare for this special family vacation. |
| Whether you’re a beginning camper or an old pro, the options for vehicles and camping equipment can be overwhelming. Decked-out motor homes and RVs may be great choices for large groups who want to camp in style. On the other end of the spectrum are minimalists who are happy camping under a tent or sleeping under the stars. In between these two extremes is the truck camper, which is a popular option for people who want to be outdoors while having access to a sturdy, portable living space. Click here for pros and cons of traveling with a camper. |
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| So much to do and so little time. Maybe you want to ride a camel, go onstage at a rock concert or sleep in a Tuscan barrio. Ever thought about looking to the skies for adventures to cross off your bucket list? There's a whole other world up there. Explore a bucket list for 5 exciting air adventures. |
| Have a Safe Vacation and Still have Fun - Vacations are meant to be fun, relaxing, exciting or a combination of all three. Taking in the sights is a great way to rejuvenate your outlook. Excitement can range from seeing a play to taking part in extreme sports. Here are five pointers for for a safe and enjoyable vacation. |
| Ahhhh, finally vacation time. You've saved up all of your paid time off and finally finished the renovations on that vacation bungalow, now all you have to do is pack up and get to your getaway. Did you remember to set your security system on your home before leaving? You have a security system, right? If you have a system in place, wonderful, but does it deter burglars from even thinking about breaking in? Or does it make your home a sitting target? Click here to see how you can protect your home. |
| What you need to know about taking care of your pool. - Owning a swimming pool in your backyard is one of the great luxuries in a person's life. A cool dip in water, especially in warm climates, is a fun and healthy activity for almost anyone. With the enjoyment of the pool comes the responsibility of keeping it clean with good maintenance. With in-ground pool prices ranging up to $30,000 and higher, it's important to do everything possible to keep your swimming pool in excellent condition. Here's tips on how to maintain your pool. |
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| Planning a family road trip? The family road trip is as American as Mom and apple pie. Just like attending baseball games and eating salt water taffy on the boardwalk, the road trip is a quintessential pastime. Here's 5 tips on taking your next family road trip. |
| Digging in the Dirt on your ATV in Georgia - With an assortment of wooden and mountainous terrain, it's no wonder Georgia features a variety of off-road ATV riding parks. And since most parks offer primitive or RV camping, riders can turn the activity into a weekend event. If you are looking for a place to ride in Central or Southeastern Georgia, here are four parks that won't let you down. |
| Hiking is one of the most rewarding and health-promoting activities you can do. As a family activity, children can learn about nature while building up stamina and maintaining good health. Here's 10 hiking safety tips. |
| Are you visiting Lake Lanier soon? Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in North Georgia is Lake Lanier, one of the most popular lakes in the SE. Lake Lanier is a large reservoir formed from the Chattahoochee River. Buford Dam is at the south end of the lake. Georgia's Beautiful Lake Sidney Lanier |
| Southern Highroads Trail Loop Signs Are Up - From the four lanes of Hwy 365 through the beautiful scenic drive of Hwy 197, the “Habersham County Loop—Southern Highroads Trail” is now officially marked. |
| Six Outdoor Activities to Enjoy With Your Kids - We've all been there. Your kids have just watched their 5th episode of SpongeBob in a row while systematically destroying the living room, family room, and kitchen. You're literally counting the hours to bedtime, but the clock doesn't seem to move. Instead of cleaning one mess after another and playing referee to warring parties, why not spend a little time outdoors? Now that the summer heat is behind us, there are plenty of activities that both you and your children can enjoy outside. |
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