Vogel State Park

Vogel state park is located in the shadow of Blood Mountain and is in the heart of Georgia's Chattahoochee National Forest. The centerpiece of the park is 20-acre Lake Trahlyta, created when the Corps dammed Wolf Creek. Vogle State Park offers many activities for the entire family, including paddle boating around the lake, swimming, fishing and hiking on many beautiful trails. Lake

Nottely
Lake Nottely is nestled in the mountains and valleys of the Chattahoochee National Forest. It covers over 4,180 acres and has 106 miles of shoreline. Lake Nottely is located in Union County northwest of the town of Blairsville, Georgia. The quaint mountain lake has clear deep water and an abundant striper population. Hundreds of private residential home sites are located along the shoreline but the recreation area is open to the public and features a beach and camping area which is a great place for viewing wildlife.
Lake Nottely, a TVA lake, is used for power generation and flood control. The water level in Nottely Reservoir varies about 32 feet in a normal year. The lake is bordered by the Chattahoochee National Forest, which adds to the beautiful scenery. For the fisherman in family, Lake Nottely is known for its black and striped bass, walleye, and rainbow trout. The lake also has several shores, which are perfect for swimming and lounging around on a sunny day.

Lake Winfield Scott
Completed in 1942, Lake Winfield Scott is the lasting legacy of the Civilian Conservation Corps in North Georgia. Named for General Winfield Scott, who led the United States Army for forty years and ran for President in 1852. This beautiful setting features campsites, fishing, and some of the best hiking in the eastern United States, including two Appalachian Trail access trails.
The 18-acre lake that is the centerpiece of the park is the headwater of Cooper Creek, which winds from the lake to the Toccoa River. Two roads provide access to the park, although one (the north entrance) is only for lake access. The other allows access to the summer home area, hiking trails, and lakeshore facilities including a boat launch, dock and swimming area. A modest fee is required.
Campsites are large and wooded. Each has a picnic table, grill, and fire ring. The 36 sites are divided into two areas.

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Fly Fishing in Blue Ridge Georgia

Blue Ridge, Georgia and its surrounding towns offer some of the best trout fishing waters in the North Georgia Mountains. The two best seasons to trout fish is during the spring and fall, so come up to Blue Ridge this month for some fly fishing action. You can try some of the local mountain streams or start with the most popular lower Toccoa River below Lake Blue Ridge dam. Click the link below for more information including local streams, fishing license and guide services. http://www.escapetoblueridge.com/activities/fishing.php?p=32

Fishing Lake Blue RidgeLake Blue Ridge is a Tennessee Valley Authority operated reservoir that is over 3,290 acres and feed by the upper Toccoa River. When you fish Lake Blue Ridge you can expect to find largemouth bass, white bass, bluegill, yellow perch, trout and walleye. Yes you can catch walleye this far south, due to the cooler water and spring night fishing is the best time to fish for walleye due to the clear water.

Great Local Fly Fishing GuidesBlue Ridge has some of the best fly fishing guides in the North Georgia Mountains. Guide services range from beginner to expert. Guides offer both private trophy water fishing and float trips to get you on some rainbows, browns and the occasional brook trout. So if you want to learn how to fly fish or want a guide to put you on some monster trout, then visit our guide page.

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May 2010 Local Blue Ridge Festivals

Run For Your Wife / Comedy Blue Ridge Community Theater

May 7 - 31

East 1st Street across from The Swan Drive-In. This is Blue Ridge Community Theater's 2nd main stage play of the season for their "Year of Comedy" "Run For Your Wife" by Ray Cooney. This is a superb example of British farce that has them rolling in the aisles in London and New York. A taxi driver gets away with having two wives in different areas of London because of his irregular working schedule. Complication is piled upon complication as the cabby tries to keep his double life from exploding. Friday & Saturday showtimes are 7:30 PM and Sunday's are at 2:00 PM.Call Blue Ridge Community Theater 706-632-9223 or visit web site: http://www.blueridgecommunitytheater.com/

Spirit Fiddle / Musical Performance John C. Campbell Folk School, Brasstown, NC

May 7

Free concert in the Keith House at 7:30 PM. Spirit Fiddle, featuring Champion Fiddler Robin Warren and Guitarist Brian Clancey, performs a wide variety of energetic music, ranging from bouncy Southern and Texas swing tunes to sweet waltzes, old popular songs, bluegrass numbers, French Canadian and Celtic jigs and reels, and Parisian musette. Directions from Blue Ridge: Take 515, 4 miles past the McDonalds in Blue Ridge, turn left on GA 60. Follow GA 60 for 3 miles to Mineral Bluff. Turn right on Spur 60 and follow to US 64. Turn right (east) on 64 to Murphy. In Murphy, turn right to follow US 64 for approximately 4 miles toward Hayesville. At the (new) traffic light, turn right on Old 64 into Brasstown. Follow signs to the Folk School. Call John C. Campbell Folk School 828-837-2775 or visit web site: https://www.folkschool.org/

Georgia Mountain Classic Car Show City Park in Blue Ridge

May 8

Over 200 classic cars on Main Street in Blue Ridge. Registration starts at 9:00 AM. Door prizes and trophies for the top 25 trucks and trophies for the top 50 cars and specialty awards that include Mayor's Choice, Chief of Police Choice, Best Chevy and Best Ford and numerous other specialty awards. Judging from 12:30 to 3:00 PM. Awards will be announced at 4:00 PM. Call Annette Long 706-838-4701

Brasstown Big Band Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, Hiawassee

May 9

Take Hwy 76/515 to Hiawassee which is less than an hour drive from Blue Ridge. Experience the sensational music of the Brasstown Big Band, performing at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds Anderson Music Hall Sunday (Mother's Day), May 9, at 3:00 PM. Tickets go on sale this week for a very special afternoon of music by this volunteer group of professional and semi-professional musicians, presented as a benefit performance for the Towns County Fire Rescue Department by the Towns County Fire Corps. Ticket prices range from $5 seats to $10 and $15 in sections closer to the stage, with a $25 ticket front and center as a "Patron" which includes admission to a "Meet the Band Reception" with refreshments. Call Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds 706-896-4191 or visit web site: http://www.georgiamountainfairgrounds.com/

Smokie Mountain Melodies Show Fannin County High School Performing Arts Center

May 15

Smokie Mountain Melodies presents, "Front Row Center 10" a Spring production with all female Barber Shop. Phyllis Baker is a highly-respected Director from Pinellas, Florida who has directed on International stage. She has taken the Smokie Mountain Melodies of 15 members singing four part harmony and grown it to approximately 39 members within a short period of time. The chorus repertoire has also grown exponentially. Saturday 7:00 PM. For more information, call Fannin County High School 706-632-2081 or visit web site: http://www.smokiemountainmelodies.com/

Mountain Flower Art Festival Dahlonega, located in the square

May 15 - 16

The Mountain Flower Art Festival is a 20 year tradition, featuring juried original fine art and the craft of regional artists and also celebrates the local mountain wildflowers. The Dahlonega Master Gardeners will be holding their annual plant sale, along with a wildflower display. The festival will also include a Garden Expo at Hancock Park, including a large plant and seed sale and speakers presenting programs on various topics. The festival will also have a demonstration garden of native plants, wildflower walks and childrens activities. Call Dahlonga Convention and Visitors Bureau for Lumpkin County 706-864-3711 or visit web site: http://www.dahlonega.org/

SERC Mountain Bike Race Ocoee Whitewater Center, Ducktown, TN

May 16

Cross country, NORBA sanctioned championship races for all age groups along the beautiful Tanasi trail system. Entrance Fee. Call Ocoee Whitewater Center 877-692-6050 or visit website: http://www.goneriding.com/ Spring Arts & Crafts Festival Town Square, BlairsvilleMay 22 - 23 About 20 minutes east of Blue Ridge off Hwy 515. Juried artists and craftsmen exhibit. Student Art Exhibit and live performances by dancers and musicians throughout the event. Food, Free admission, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.Call Downtown Development Authority 706-994-4837 or visit web site: http://www.downtownblairsville.com/eventSpringArt.html

Arts in the Park Blue Ridge City Park

May 29 - 30

Historic Downtown Blue Ridge across from The Depot34th Annual Arts in the Park Festival. A southern tradition, features over 200 arts, crafts and food booths. The best in mountain crafts and fine arts, artist's demonstrations, music and dance. Arts in the Park has been recognized as one of the Top 20 Events by the Southeastern Tourism Society. Sponsored by the Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association. Admission is $3.00 under 12 is free. Call Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association 706-632-2144 or visit web site: http://www.blueridgearts.net/Arts-in-the-Park.cfm

Spring Festival at Crane Creek Vinyards Crane Creek Vineyards, Young Harris, GA

May 29

916 Crane Creek Rd, Young Harris, approx 30 minutes from Blue Ridge. Celebrate the welcoming of Spring by spending your afternoon with the Crane Creek Family! Local artists will be featuring their work and lunch will be served along with wine tastings. Bring the whole family and let the kids enjoy the Kiddie Craft Tent and take their chance trying to catch a fish from the pond! Tickets will be sold at the door: 21 & over - $20, under 21 - $10. Call the tasting room for more details. Hours are from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Call Crane Creek Vineyards 706-379-1236 or visit web site: http://www.cranecreekvineyards.com/

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