Saturday, March 20, 2010

Start training for the 2010 Blue Ridge Mountain Adventure Race

Thirteenth Annual Blue Ridge Mountain Adventure Race on April 10, 2010. Get your team ready to run, paddle, mountain bike and navigate in the beautiful North Georgia Mountains. Up to 100 co-ed teams of three (plus one support person) will run along the forested trails of the Chattahoochee National Forest, paddle on the Toccoa River and/or Lake Blue Ridge, mountain bike steep trails and complete mystery challenges along the way. Although the course changes from year to year, the finish line is still in downtown Blue Ridge City Park, with live music, food and relaxing fun.


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Tuesday, March 16, 2010

Hit the trails in your 4-wheel drive or ATV

Jeep & 4-Wheel Drive Trail Drives
Murphy, NC and Tellico, NC
If you prefer off-road adventures, then these nearby Jeep Jamboree trails are for the seasoned or novice trail riders. You can enjoy some great off-road adventures for just $5 access fees.

Blairsville, Georgia - Beasley Knob OHV Area
This is another great trail ride area in the Chattahoochee National Forest just 30 minutes east of Blue Ride, GA. Beasley Knob OHV provides nearly 11 miles of trails for 4-wheel drive vehicles and ATVs. Most of the trails are difficult and become even more challenging after a rain. These trails are closed during the winter months (January to mid to late March) for your safety and you should click here to make sure that the trails are open. The US Forest Service has jurisdiction over the area and charges a small $5 access fee.



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Tuesday, March 2, 2010

March 2010 Local Festivals & Events

Leading Ladies / Comedy
March 5-7
Blue Ridge Community Theater
2591 East 1st Street across from The Swan Drive-In

Blue Ridge Community Theater starts off its “Year of Comedy” with the hilarious play by Ken Ludwig, “Leading Ladies” “Ludwig’s newest comedy is so funny, it will make sophisticated and reasonable men and women of the 21st century cackle till their faces hurt.” The Houston Press Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm and Sunday’s at 2:00 pm. Ticket prices are $15.00. Click here for more information or call 706-632-9223

Youth Art Month Opening Reception
March 2
Blue Ridge Mountain Arts Association420 West Main Street (Downtown Historic Blue Ridge across from City Park).

Art students at the Fannin County Grammar School, Fannin County Middle Schools, and the Fannin County High School will put their work on display. The reception will be from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm on March 2nd. Join us, as we celebrate the creative spirit of our youth. This exhibit will remain on display until March 27. For more information call 706-632-2144 or visit http://www.blueridgearts.net/

Appalachian Trail Celebration and Backpacking Clinic
March 6-7
Amicalola Falls State Park515 towards Atlanta, turn on Hwy 52 just before Ellijay, follow signage
Two full days of events beginning at 9:00 am each day. Saturday’s speakers capture the essence of the Appalachian Trail, as hikers share their dreams, challenges and adventures. Training sessions throughout the day, ending at 6:00 pm. Sunday many local outfitters give helpful tips and demonstrations on proper gear and preparation. All programs are located in the Lodge and are free of charge, however there is a $5.00 charge per vehicle unless you have a State Park Pass. For more information call Amicalola Falls 706-265-1969 or visit http://www.gastateparks.org/info/amicalola/

Wine Highway Weekend
March 20-21
Nine Wineries from Young Harris to Dahlonega

Mark you calendar for the 5th annual “Wine Highway Weekend”. Last year’s event was great and this year will be even better! Blue Ridge is a great central location to base from for this event. This is a perfect time to get back in the swing of spring activities and there is no better way to shake the winter doldrums than spending a weekend in the mountains and tasting the Award Winning wines that are made from Georgia Grown Grapes. This event is 2 full days, you choose which winery you visit first to pay your one time fee. Check the GeorgiaWine website for details as the event gets closer, the wineries will each have their own schedules of events. This is a wonderful weekend to explore in Georgia’s Blue Ridge. For more information call 706-878-9463 or visit the Georgia Winegrowers Association. http://www.georgiawine.com/events/wine-highway-weekend-0

Celtic Music Festival
March 26-28
Dahlonega, GA515 south to SR 52 head east

The Dahlonega-Lumpkin County Chamber of Commerce presents their third annual Celtic Music Festival! Celtic-themed workshops will be held at various locations around Downtown Dahlonega. Enjoy bagpipers, storytellers and dance as you shop the art and craft exhibitors displaying and selling Celtic themed items. Saturday beginning @ 11:00 am, Sunday @ 1:00 pm. For more information on the festival contact the Chamber at 706-864-3711 or visit http://www.dahlonegacelticmusicfestival.com/



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