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St. Cyprian's Episcopal Church, Darien Georgia
In December of 1873, the Honorable Rev. James Wentworth Leigh, Dean of Hereford Cathedral in England, held services for former slaves in a small room on Major Pierce Butlers Island.
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Darien Georgia Waterways
Darien is surrounded by tidal rivers and creeks, including the Darien River, Butler River, Champney River, and Cathead Creek, all part of Altamaha river system and delta.
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Historic Plantation Life, Darien Georgia
In the antebellum plantation days of McIntosh County, many local plantations had fleets of small boats with which communication was made between each other.
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Darien Georgia History
Darien was founded in January 1736 by Scottish Highlanders recruited by James Oglethorpe to act as settler-soldiers protecting the frontiers of Georgia.
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Fishing Checklist/Ethical Angler
Before taking your trip to fish, here's some things to consider.
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Lake Lanier Parks
Lake Lanier parks offer picnicking, campgrounds, boat ramps, beaches, swimming areas, group picnic shelters, playgrounds and hiking trails. Some are pet friendly.
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Parks at Lake Lanier
Visit Lower Overlook Park, Lula Park, Mountain View Park, Nix Bridge Park, Old Federal Park, Powerhouse Park, Robinson Park and more.
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Lake Lanier Day Use Parks
Visit Shoal Creek, Simpson, Six Mile Creek, Thompson Bridge, Tidwell, Toto Creek, Two Mile Creek, Van Pugh North, Vann's Tavern, Wahoo Creek and more.
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Lazer Creek Public Fishing Area
Enjoy a 193 acre lake, concrete two-lane boat ramp, fishing pier, picnic, primitive camping. Some facilities are accessible to persons with disabilities.
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Flat Creek Public Fishing Area
Flat Creek PFA is a 102-acre public fishing area. It offers excellent fishing for bluegill, redear sunfish, channel catfish, and largemouth bass.
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Ocmulgee Public Fishing Area in Georgia
This PFA is nestled in Ocmulgee WMA with a 106-acre fishing lake. It can be fished from bank or a boat. It is fertilized and intensively managed.
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Ethical Angler and Boating Trip Check List
Ethical anglers fish responsibly, consider the rights of others, portray a positive image, and help to protect and conserve our natural resources.
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Safety Guidelines for Water Sports
Some of the more popular water sports include: swimming, scuba diving, fishing, boating, sailing, tubing, surfing and wakeboarding.
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McDuffie Public Fishing Area Recreation
The McDuffie Public Fishing Area is a 570-acre site located in Georgias upper coastal plain. It is open daily, sunrise to sunset.
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First Bryan and First African Baptist Churches
In 1788 Andrew Bryan organized one of the earliest black Baptist churches in North America. Bryan began preaching in Savannah Georgia.
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Hamilton Plantation National Park, St Simons Island Georgia
The remains of this antebellum plantation contain two surviving slave cabins, originally a set of four built before 1833.
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Isle of Hope Historic Distric
Established as a retreat in the 19th century for the elite of Savannah, Isle of Hope provided a refuge from intense heat and outbreaks of malaria prevalent during summer months.
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Jekyll Island Georgia Historic District
Jekyll Island Historic District, a National Historic Landmark administered by the state of Georgia, is situated on the southeast side of Jekyll Island.
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Midway Georgia Historic District
The colonial town of Midway Georgia, founded in 1752 by the New England Puritans, was once an influential center for political, economic and religious life.
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St. Marys Georgia Historic District
St. Marys, one of Georgia's oldest towns, is in the southeast corner of the state nine miles from the Atlantic Ocean.
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Appalachian Trail Safety Tips
Georgia's National Park Service Appalachian National Scenic Trail Safety Tips.
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Augusta Canal History
By 1847 the first factories were built, the first of many that would eventually line the Canal.
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Georgia's National Park Service Augusta Canal Field Trips
Understanding that field trip funding is precious and that opportunities outside the classroom are valuable, the Augusta Canal National Heritage Area hired award-winning educators to create complete, Standards-based lesson plans, offering you and your students the best educational experience possible one that is unique yet affordable.
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Cumberland Island National Seashore Safety Tips
Pristine maritime forests, undeveloped beaches and wide marshes whisper the stories of both man and nature. Come walk in the footsteps of early natives.
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Cumberland Island Field Trips for Teachers
Sun, Sand, Beautiful Vistas and a Relaxing Atmosphere await you! Cumberland Island is GA's largest and southernmost barrier island.
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Prepare to Visit Georgia's National Park Service Fort Frederica National Monument
Prepare to Visit Georgia's National Park Service Fort Frederica National Monument .
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Fort Pulaski National Monument Visit Prep
Fort Pulaski National Monument offers visitors and guests daily interpretive programs including guided tours, 30-45 minutes, and musket and soldier demonstrations.
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Fort Pulaski National Monument Interpretative Programs
Fort Pulaski National Monument offers visitors and guests daily interpretive programs including guided tours, and musket and soldier demonstrations.
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Fort Pulaski Ecoture, Tybee Island Gerogia
Over 4800 acres of salt marsh that are covered with nutrient-rich marine waters that preserves and protects a sizeable portion of one of the most productive and prolific ecosystems.
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Fort Pulaski Jr. Ranger Program
Fort Pulaski National Monument's Junior Ranger Program is a fun way for young visitors to get the most out of their visit to our park.
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Prepare to Visit Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield
Prepare to Visit Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield National Park in Kennesaw Georgia.
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Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Bike Trails
The Atlanta Campaign started at the Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield. Ride your bike on these historical bike traisl in Kennesaw Georgia.
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Martin Luther King Jr. Site Teacher Field Trips
The curriculum helps students to compare present-day realities to past struggles for justice in America and throughout the world.
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Prepare to Visit Martin Luther King Jr. Site
Most of the park is self-guided. The only guided tour is of the Birth Home. Tickets are free,
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Ocmulgee National Monument Early History
Ocmulgee Monument has more than 12,000 years of human diversity of natural and cultural resources combined. It offers many reasons to visit.
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Ocmulgee National Monument 1800's History
Discover Georgia's NPS Ocmulgee National Monument 1800's History and Culture.
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Ocmulgee National Monument History During 1900s to Present
Explore Georgia's NPS Ocmulgee National Monument History and Culture 1900's to Present.
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Ocmulgee National Monument's Fall Line
Ocmulgee National Monument is located along Ocmulgee River in central Georgia at the 'Fall Line', a unique strip of land stretching from SC across Georgia into Alabama.
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Ocmulgee National Monument Students Field Trips
Discover Georgia's NPS Ocmulgee National Monument Teachers and Students Field Trips .
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Trail of Tears History and Culture
In 1838, the United States government forcibly removed more than 16,000 Cherokee Indian people from their homelands in Tennessee, Alabama, N.C. and Georgia.
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Georgia National Park Service Trail of Tears Locations
Journey to remember and commemorate the survival of the Cherokee people despite their forced removal from their homelands in the Southeastern U.S. in the 1840s.
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Trail of Tears Newsletters
Read the 2006 and 2007 Trail of Tears Newsletters.
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Georgia Trail of Tears Newsletters 2003 to 2005
The 200th anniversary celebration of the Old Federal Road in Georgia has resulted in the creation of a driving tour of the Federal Road.
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Georgia State Parks Golf Courses
Play on a round of golf on a beautifully maintained course surrounded only by nature in a Georgia state park.
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Georgia State Parks Fishing, Water Sports
Georgia State Parks offer activities like fishing, boating, swimming beaches, canoe rentals, boat docks and more.
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North Georgia Home Tile Installation
Enjoy a natural stone tile bathroom, ceramic kitchen backsplash, heated floors installation in your home. We serve the north Georgia area.
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Cobb County Parks Aquatic Centers, Pools, Art Facilities, Golf Courses
Cobb County golf course facilities/aquatic parks are in marietta and powder springs georgia.
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Cobb County Georgia Parks Pavilions
Picnic pavilions are available to Cobb County citizens. They are available for reservations free of charge, on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Cobb County Georgia Parks Nature Trails
Cobb's outdoor nature trails offers many opportunities for you to enjoy nature. Trails are available for hiking, jogging and cycling.
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Cobb County Parks Tennis Centers
Cobb County offers 6 full service tennis centers and 13 satellite park locations totaling 122 tennis courts.
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Cobb County Georgia Dog Parks
Visit and enjoy Pitner Road Dog Park and Sweat Mountain Park with your dogs.
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DeKalb County Parks Recreation Aquatics
DeKalb County Recreation, Parks Department currently operates 12 outdoor swimming pools. It has one aquatic center.
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DeKalb County Parks Tennis Centers, Golf Courses
Here's fun Decatur, Lithonia, Tucker, Dunwoody and Atlanta Georgia parks in your local community.
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DeKalb County Parks Youth, Adult Sports
DeKalb County Parks-Recreation is proud to work with local volunteer youth athletic sports associations to form youth sports leagues.
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DeKalb County Parks Frequently Asked Questions
Have any questions about DeKalb County Parks? Hopefully you will see the answer below to your question.
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DeKalb County Georgia Parks Rules
The park rules have been created to allow park visitors a safe and enjoyable experience. Please take time to read and follow the rules.
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Arabia Mountain - Lithonia Georgia | www.n-georgia.com
Arabia Mountain Heritage Area is a 20-minute drive east of the City of Atlanta. It encompasses land in DeKalb, Rockdale and Henry County.
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Lake Conasauga Overflow Campground in Georgia Forest
Campers have 6 campsites to choose from, equipped with grills, tables and tent pads.
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Visit Bennett Park in Cumming Georgia
Bennett Park is Forsyth County's first county park. It is 30 acres in size.
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Visit Central Park Recreation Center
Central Park is an 85-acre sports complex. It features a 1-acre playground facility with safe play structures for all ages.
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Burdett Gynasium in College Park Georgia
Enjoy an after school program, youth basketball, summer day camp, and senior citizen's activities. Youth baseball, youth football and cheerleading.
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Clifontdale Park, College Park Georgia
Check out the variety of amenities, programs, classes and athletic associations. Cliftondale park offers special events rental facilities.
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Creel Park in College Park Georgia
Creel Park has a variety of amenities, programs, classes and athletic associations. It also offers rental facilities for your special events.
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Sandtown Park and Gymnasium in Atlanta Geprgoa
Enjoy athletic programs, classes, gym, summer camps, athletic associations and rental facilities for your special events.
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Welcome All Park, Multipurpose Facility
Enjoy variety of fun programs, classes, gym, summer camps, athletic associations. This park has rental facilities for your special events.
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Cohutta Wilderness US Forest Area in Georgia
Cohutta Wilderness is 36,977 acres. 35,268 acres are in Georgia. Tennessee contains 1,709 acres. It is bordered by the Big Frog Wilderness.
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Duncan Creek Park | www.n-georgia.com
While it also has many additional amenities as well as a county library, the skateboard park attracts a lot of thrill seekers.
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Freeman's Mill Park | www.n-georgia.com
The park's primary feature and namesake, Freeman's Mill, is a turn of the century gristmill which grounds corn for earlier residents in the area.
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McDaniel Farm Park | www.n-georgia.com
The McDaniel Farm Park was created for a farm that originated in the 1800s.
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Gwinnett County Festivals, Fairs, Events
Enjoy festivals, fairs, holiday, special events in Gwinnett County.
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Cubihatcha Outdoor Center in Henry County GA
This is a wetland enhancement - protection corridor created to improve while protecting existing wildlife habitats. It's also for public education and enjoyment.
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Nash Farm Park in Hampton Georgia
This 204 acre park features fun play amenties, the Activity Barn and the Carriage House.
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Henry County Georgia Parks Wheelchair Sports
We provide sports programs for youth and adults with physical disabilities that prevent them from competitively playing in traditional sports.
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Henry County Georgia Sports Associations
Get involved in Henry County sports or activities. There are several associations affiliated with the Recreation Department.
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Gardner, Tussahaw Resevoirs in Henry County Georgia
Both the Gardner and Tussahaw Resevoirs are ideal sites for catching a variety of fish, including bream, bass, and catfish.Call for more information.
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Georgia US Forest Brasstown Wilderness Area
Brasstown Wilderness is 12,896 acres. All of this wilderness is located in Georgia and is managed by the Forest Service.
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Chattahoochee National Forest Fish Hatchery
The primary responsibility of Chattahoochee Forest National Fish Hatchery is to raise rainbow trout. Enjoy fishing, camping, educational programs and more.
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Buford Georgia Trout Hatchery
Buford trout hatchery is located in Forsyth County on the banks of the Chattahoochee River just downstream of Lake Lanier and Buford Dam.
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Boggs Creek Recreation Area
Just 30 minutes from downtown Dahlonega, Georia, Boggs Creek offers over 30 campsites under the cover of pine, hemlock and poplar trees.
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Big Frog Wilderness Area in Georgia
Big Frog Wilderness has a total of 8,082 acres. Georgia contains approximately 89 acres. It is managed by the Forest Service.
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Georgia US Forest Blood Mountain Wilderness Area
Blood Mountain Wilderness has 7,800 acres. All of this wilderness is located in Georgia and is managed by the Forest Service.
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Ellicott Rock Wilderness Area in Georgia US Forest
Ellicott Rock Wilderness has a total of 8,274 acres. GA contains approximately 2,021 acres. It is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.
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Georgia US Forest Mark Trail Wilderness Area
Mark Trail Wilderness has a total of 16,400 acres. All of this wilderness is located in Georgia and is managed by the US Forest Service.
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Raven Cliffs Wilderness Area in Georgia
Raven Cliffs Wilderness Area has a total of 16,400 acres. This wilderness is in Georgia and is managed by the Forest Service.
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Georgia US Forest Southtern Natahala Wilderness Area
This wilderness has a total of 23,473 acres. Georgia has 11,770 acres. North Carolina has 11,703 acres. It is managed by the Forest Service.
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Tray Mountain Forest Wilderness Area
Tray Mountain Wilderness is 9,702 acres. This wilderness is located in Georgia and is managed by the Forest Service.
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Berry Patch Farms
Pick-your-own blueberries, pumpkins and Christmas Tree. Here's a fun family experience. Enjoy a picnic and hayride, or a visit to the barn yard.
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B. J. Reece Orchards, Ellijay Georgia
This is family owned and operated. Nestled in the North Georgia Mountains, here's the home to U-pick orchards, a country bakery and more.
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Buford Corn Maze
Burford Corn Maze has Dry Corn, Pumpkins, Corn Maze, Hay Ride, Concessions, Antique Farm Displays, Antique Farm Demonstrations, School Field Trips and fun!
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Cagle's Family Farm and Maize
Farms are for growing things like food, farm animals and families. When you come to our farm, you'll find us here with our own children, waiting to greet you.
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Cagel Farmhouse and PaPa Albert's Market
Shop for fresh in season vegetables specialty Tomatoes and Corngrown naturally on the Georgia Centennial Farm. Also have garden tours, fishing and gemstones.
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Discover Elliott Farms
Pick your own Strawberries, Blackberries, Tomatoes, Squash, Sweet Corn, Sweet Onions, Jellies, Honey, Homemade Ice Cream, Flowers, Pumpkins, and Corn Maze.
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Ellis Bros Pecans, Vienna Georgia
They have delicious Pecans, Peanuts, Peaches, Vidalia Onions (in season), Ice Cream, Candies, Jams, Jellies, Relishes, Honey and Syrups.
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Ganas Pecan Farm, Waycross Georgia
Ganas Pecan Farm specializes in growing and selling only the highest quality South Georgia Pecans.
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Hillcrest Orchards in Ellijay Georgia
Visit a popular apple orchard and farm market in the North Georgia Mountains. Take a great fall day trip to Hillcrest Orchards.
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Ison's Nursery and Vineyards, Brooks Georgia
They offer Muscadines, Muscadine Jelly, Preserves, Tomatoes, Peaches, Syrup, Butter and Juice. Pick up some Muscadine dietary supplements here.
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Jack's Creek Christmas Tree Farm
Shop for Christmas Trees Field Grown Nursery Stock, Jams, Jellies, Boiled Peanuts, Cider and holiday Decorations in Bostwick Georgia.
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Jaemor Farm Market, Alto Georgia
Enjoy shopping the variety of produce grown on the vast 200 plus acre farm that sits behind the humble north Georgia roadside farm market.
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Mark's Melon Patch, Dawson Georgia
This roadside produce market is in the heart of peanut and pecan country on Hwy 82 in SW Georgia. Enjoy some hot boiled peanuts and the scenery.
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Mercier Orchards in Blue Ridge Georgia
Mercier Orchards nestled in the North Georgia Mountains. It is a family owned and operated apple orchard.
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Minter's Farm, Fayetteville Georgia
Enjoy Collards, Turnip Greens, Tomatoes, Sweet Corn, Peas, Okra, Sweet Potatoes, Onions, Beans, Squash, Jams, Jellies, Sorghum, Syrup. U-Cut Christmas Trees, Wreaths and Ornaments.
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Moon Farms Strawberry Farm and Country Market
Join us for some strawberry picking fun. Pick-your-own strawberries or we will pick them for you fresh daily!
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Ochlockonee Ridge Farms, Moultrie Georgia
Crops produced on the farm include strawberries, tomatoes, cotton, peanuts as well as a herd of quality beef cattle.
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Ottawa Farms, Moultrie Georgia
Since their inception over a century ago, they've maintained the philosophy that Ottawa Farms is more than just a farm.
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Discover Panorama Orchards
This is a fun place to buy delicious fruits and more. They have Apples, Peaches, Cider, Fried Pies, Ice Cream, Apple Breads and Butter, Jams, Jellies, Dried Fruit, Bakery Items, Candy Shop and an Antique Soda Fountain.
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Paulk Vineyards, Wray Georgia
Shop for fresh Muscadine Grapes, 100% Muscadine Grape Juice (Purple & White), Muscadine Grape Sauce, Preserves, Jellies and Muscadine Dietary Supplements.
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Pearson Farm, Fort Valley Georgia
Get ready for some delicious peaches, pecans and peach ice cream. Pearson Farm consists of 900 acres of bearing trees and 450 acres of young trees.
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Poppell Farm, Odum Georgia
Shop for Peas, Butterbeans, Watermelons, Tomatoes, Corn, Okra, Potatoes, Squash, Cucumbers, Pepper, Jelly, Pumpkins, Hayrides, Corn Maze here.
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Red Apple Farm - Ellijay Georgia | www.n-georgia.com
Come out to our Farm with your family and friends and enjoy a ride to the orchard and spend some time picking apples and enjoying the beautiful mountain scenery.
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Rock Ranch at The Rock Georgia
The mission of The Rock Ranch is to use all the resources entrusted to us by God to cultivate positive life memories in a safe agricultural environment that fosters fun, education and personal growth.
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Discover Rutland Farms
Feast on devine Strawberries, blueberries, watermelons, onions, jams and honey. Enjoy some home made strawberry ice cream made fresh from berries picked in the field.
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Secret Forest, Tarrytown Georiga
You can choose and cut a tree in our farm nursery. Buy the finest quality Christmas tree at an affordable price.
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Southern Grace Farms, Enigma Gerogia
This farm is owned by the McMillan Family. They have been traditional row crop farmers since our Scottish Ancestors came to America in 1774.
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Old Barn Christmas Tree Farm, Sunny Side Georgia
Come walk our nature trail and have a cup of apple cider while choosing your tree.
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Thomas Orchards, GreenHouse and Gift Shop
We specialize in unique plants, outdoor art, pottery, fresh-picked peaches and more. Bring the kids! We always have several flavors of homemade ice cream.
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Uncle Bob's Pumpkin Patch, Newnan Georgia
Enjoy Pumpkins, Honey, Gourds, Atlanta Burning Sauces, Ciders, Antiques, Crop Maze, Hay Rides, Nature Trails, Petting Zoo, Story Time and Puppet Show on Weekends.
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William Brown Farm Market, Montezuma georgia
Get some delicious Southern pecans, vegetables and Elberta peaches, cotton, peanuts, corn and seasonal vegetables here.
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Yule Forest and Pumpkin Patch
Shop for Christmas Trees, Pumpkins, Landscape Trees, Nursery Trees and Blueberries. Enjoy Hayrides, Animal Farm, Science Center, Birthday Parties and Seasonal Tours.
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Atlanta Botanical Garden in Atlanta Georgia
See the Tropical Rotunda, Desert House, Orangerie Houses, wildlife animals displays, Fuqua Orchid Center, High Elevation House, Display House and more.
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Callaway Gardens Nature Trails
Hike along trails in The Gardens at Callaway. See the countless plants and maybe sneaking a peek at some of the wildlife that call us their home.
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Callaway Gardens Beach, Butterfly Center
Experience 1,000 tropical butterflies, representing more than 50 different species, flutter freely through the air.
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State Botanical Garden, Athens Georgia
This 313-acre preserve has trails that wind to the garden's farthest boundaries, a stunning three-story tropical conservatory and flora gardens
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Pickett's Mill Civil War Battle
After the Union defeat at New Hope Church, Maj. Gen. William T. Sherman ordered Maj. Gen. O. Howard to attack Gen. Joseph E. Johnston's seemingly exposed right flank.
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Civil War Battle in Adairsville
Following the Battle of Resaca, May 13-15, 1864, Gen. Joseph E. Johnston' s army retreated southward while Sherman pursued.
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Civil War Battle in Atlanta Georgia
Following the Battle of Peachtree Creek, Hood determined to attack Major General James B. McPherson's Army of the Tennessee.
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Buck Head Creek Civil War Battle
As Sherman's infantry marched through Georgia, his cavalry moved on to destroy the railroad midway between Augusta and Millen Georgia.
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Chickamauga Civil War Battle
After the Tullahoma Campaign, Rosecrans renewed his offensive, aiming to force the Confederates out of Chattanooga.
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Dallas Civil War Battle in Georgia
Johnston's army fell back from the vicinity of Cassville-Kinston, first to Allatoona Pass and then to the Dallas area and entrenched.
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Dalton Civil War Battle
From Vicksburg, Mississippi, Sherman launched a campaign to take the important railroad center at Meridian.
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The Second Dalton Georgia Civil War Battle
Maj. Gen. Joseph Wheeler and his cavalry raided into North Georgia to destroy railroad tracks and supplies.
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Davis Cross Roads Civil War Battle
After the Tullahoma Campaign, Rosecrans renewed his offensive, aiming to force the Rebels out of Chattanooga.
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Ezra Church Civil War Battle
Earlier, Maj. Gen. William T. Sherman's forces had approached Atlanta from the east and north.
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Fort McAllister Civil War Battle
Rear Adm. Samuel F. Du Pont (US) ordered three ironclads, Patapsco, Passaic, and Nahant, to test their guns and mechanical appliances.
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The Second Fort McAllister Civil War Battle
As Sherman's troops approached Savannah they sorely required supplies.
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Fort Pulaski Civil War Battle
Fort Pulaski, built by the U.S. Army before the war, is located near the mouth of the Savannah River, blocking upriver access to Savannah.
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Griswoldville Civil War Battle
Brig. Gen. Charles Walcutt was ordered to make a demonstration, with the six infantry regiments and one battery.
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Jonesborough Civil War Battle
Sherman had successfully cut Hood's supply lines in the past by sending out detachments, but the Confederates quickly repaired the damage.
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Kennesaw Mountain Civil War Battle
On the night of June 18-19, Gen. Joseph E. Johnston, fearing envelopment, withdrew his army to a new, previously selected position astride Kennesaw Mountain.
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Kolb's Farm Civil War Battle
On the night of June 18-19, Gen. Joseph E. Johnston, fearing envelopment, moved his army to a new, previously selected position astride Kennesaw Mountain.
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Lovejoy Station Civil War Battle
Major Gen. William Sherman, unconcerned, sent Judson Kilpatrick to raid Rebel supply lines.
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Marietta Civil War Battle
During the Atlanta Campaign, Sherman maneuvered Johnston's Confederate army out of several successive defensive positions in Cobb County.
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New Hope Church Civil War Battle
After Johnston retreated to Allatoona Pass on May 19-20, Sherman decided that he would most likely pay dearly for attacking Johnston there.
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Peachtree Creek Civil War Battle
Under Gen. Joseph E. Johnston, the Army of Tennessee had retired south of Peachtree Creek, an east to west flowing stream, about three miles north of Atlanta.
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Ringgold Gap Civil War Battle
Following the Union victory at Missionary Ridge and the Rebel retreat, Yankee troops set out in pursuit.
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Rocky Face Ridge Civil War Battle
Gen. Joseph E. Johnston had entrenched his army on the long, high mountain of Rocky Face Ridge and eastward across Crow Valley.
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Utoy Creek Civil War Battle in Georgia
After failing to envelop Hood's left flank at Ezra Church, Sherman still wanted to extend his right flank to hit the railroad between East Point and Atlanta.
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The Waynesboro Civil War Battle
As Sherman's infantry marched southeast through Georgia, his cavalry under Brig. Gen. Judson Kilpatrick rode northeastward.
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Things To Do for $5 and Under in Historic High Country
There are fun indoor and outdoor activities for everyone. They are great for family and groups.
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NE Georgia Mountains $5 or Less Things To Do
Enjoy a nature science center, museums, history centers, national forests and more. They are great for family and groups.
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Mansell House and Gardens, Alpharetta Georgia
The gardens are a First-Place Winner of the Historic Gardens Award for the State of Georgia and for the Deep South Region of the Garden Clubs of America.
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Callanwolde Fine Arts Center | www.n-georgia.com
Callanwolde is a busy, non-profit community arts center that offers classes and workshops for all ages in visual, literary and performing arts.
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Historic Oakland Cemetery, Atlanta Georgia
The oldest cemetery, and one of the largest green spaces, in Atlanta. Founded as 'Atlanta Cemetery' in 1850 on 6 acres of land SE of the city.
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Heritage Museum, Genealogical Library and Depot
The Heritage Museum and Depot encompasses a timeline of the rich history of Pierce County.
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Pemberton House, Columbus Georgia
See the Victorian cottage with elements of Greek-Revival which was occupied by Dr. John Stith Pemberton and his family from 1855-1860.
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The Log Cabin, Columbus Georgia
Here's an example of a dwelling used by traders in the early 1800's prior to the settlement of Columbus. It is 200 years old, the oldest structure in Muscogee County.
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Walkers-Peters-Langdon House, Columbus Georgia
A simple Federal cottage built in 1828, it is considered the oldest house in the original city. House dates stands on a lot surveyed as part of the original town plan.
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Whitfield-Murray History Center and Archives
This 1890's building once served as offices for the Crown Cotton Mill but now serves as headquarters for the Whitfield-Murray Historical Society.
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Dekalb History Center, Decatur Georgia
It consists of the Society, the McCurdy Family Research Center and the Jim Cherry Museum.
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Holliday-Dorsey-Fife House, Fayetteville Georgia
The Greek revival antebellum house with its soaring columns has long been a city landmark. Through the years several famous families have occupied the property.
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Anderson House Museum, Fort Valley Georgia
The Anderson House is Fort Valley State University's oldest building. It houses the Biggs Collection.
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Telfair Museum of History, Helena Georgia
The Telfair Museum of History is housed in the historic frieght depot. Also on site are a restored Railway Express truck and a caboose.
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Old Liberty County Jail, Hinesville Georgia
This 1882 attraction has all the modern conveniences- running water, inside plumbing and fireplaces. The county used this jail until 1972.
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Marietta City and Confederate Cemetery
Marietta Cemetery provides the final resting place for a broad cross-section of the community's early Georgia residents during the l800s.
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The Marietta Military Cemetery
With the death toll rising rapidly during the Civil War, the idea to bury war dead in national cemeteries was conceived in 1862.
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Root House Museum, Marietta Georgia
This museum was built circa 1845 at the corner of Church and Lemon Streets by Hannah and William Root.
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Georgia Recreation
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Dorchester Academy and Museum | www.n-georgia.com
In 1868, the American Missionary Association started a primary school and Congregational Church for free men.
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Georgia Old Capitol Museum, Milledgeville Georgia
Milledgeville was laid out in 1803 as the State capital and today retains its original plan of parallel streets.
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William Harris Homestead, Monroe Georgia
The circa-1825 homestead provides a rare glimpse into how the earliest homesteaders lived.
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Male Academy Museum, Newnan Georgia
Special exhibits are presented. Permanent exhibits feature the I.E.C.W, Smith collection of decorative arts, and a restored Civil War battle flag.
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Kitty's Cottage and Old Church, Oxford Georgia
Tour the 1841 Georgia church, which was the first chapel of Emory University. Kitty's Cottage was the home of a freed slave.
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Geechee Kunda Cultural Arts Center and Museum in Georgia
This living museum is filled with Africa Art, textiles, paintings, tools and craftwork used by the Gullah Geechees from the 1700s to the 1900s.
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Effingham Living History Museum
Displays range from pre-historic bones of mastodons and mammoths, bison and whale, to sea urchins and oyster shells from Porter's Landing.
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Apex Museum, Atlanta Georgia
Dan Moore began what would become Atlanta's only museum to celebrate the rich, often untold history of African Americans, The APEX Museum.
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Gwinnett History Museum, Lawrenceville Georgia
See the preservation of Gwinnett County artifacts from prehistory to World War II. Museum listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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Marietta Cobb Museum
Founded by visionary art patrons, this leading visual arts center is the only Metropolitan-Atlanta fine arts museum focusing on American art.
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Marietta Museum of History
This museum is housed on the 2nd floor of the historic Kennesaw House. Originally an 1845 cotton warehouse, it was remodeled to become the Fletcher House Hotel in 1855.
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Fun Things to Do in Atlanta Georgia for $5 and Under
Enjoy fine arts centers and galleries, museums, historic sites and more. They are great for family and group activities.
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Discover the Currahee Military Museum
This 6000 square foot museum showcases the first 100 years of history in Stephens County. It was named Currahee Military Museum after the WWII training camp located at Currahese Mountain five miles from town.
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Discover the Jepson Center for the Arts
Devoted to the art of today, the contemporary Jepson Center links the Telfair's future with its past, unifying the museum's three distinct sites.
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Midway Museum in Georgia
See documents, exhibits, and furnishings which commemorate the love of Liberty which distinguishes the Midway Society from the Colonial period through December, 1865.
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The Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum, Pooler Georgia
It preserves for all Americans the stories of courage, and patriotism by the men and women of the Eighth Air Force from World War II to the present.
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Ogeechee Canal, Savannah Georgia
Beginning with the tidal lock at the Savannah River, the waterway continues through 4 lift locks as it traverses 16½ miles, before reaching another tidal lock at the Ogeechee River.
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Ships of Sea Maritime Museum, Savannah Georgia
See ship models, paintings, maritime antiques, principally from the great era of Atlantic trade - travel between England - America during the 18th to 19th centuries.
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Discover the Telfair Academy
Designed by British architectural prodigy William Jay in the neoclassical Regency style, the Telfair Academy is a former mansion built from 1818-1819 for Alexander Telfair, son of Revolutionary War patriot and Georgia governor Edward Telfair.
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Steffen Thomas Museum of Art, Buckhead Georgia
The Steffen Thomas Museum of Art (STMA) is dedicated to providing art education programs and projects for children and families in rural Northeast and Middle Georgia communities.
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Historic Heartland Travel Region $5 or Less
Visit gardens, historic houses and cottages, museums, wineries, lakes, recreation areas, park and more. They are great for family and groups.
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Colquitt County Arts Center
Featuring Art exhibits, local theater performances, and other arts programs are offered throughout the year.
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Georgia Southern Museum, Statesboro Georgia
The museum supports the University's mission of teaching, research and service specifically through collections, exhibits and educational outreach.
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Okefenokee NWR East Entrance Suwannee Canal Recreation Area
This is the main Fish and Wildlife Service entrance, located 11 miles southwest of Folkston.
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Okefenokee NWR Entrances in Georgia
Entrances include the West, North, Suwanee River Sill and Kingfisher Landing in Georgia.
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Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge ADA Accessability
This is a listing of facilities and services at Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge that are accessible for people with mobility, vision, and-or hearing limitations.
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Wildlife at Georgia Okefenokee NWR
Discover different wildlife species each month from January through December. See charts for details.
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Georgia Okefenokee NWR Hunting
Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge hunting schedule, wildlife and contact information.
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Discover Photography at GA Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge
Nature and Wildlife photography is one of six main uses considered appropriate in National Wildlife Refuges.
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Okefenokee NWR Boating and Canoeing
Of the 120 miles of boat trails in the swamp, 70 miles of trail are also open to day-use motorboats 10 horsepower and under.
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Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Hiking
The Okefenokee NWR offer hiking trails through upland pine forests and across transitional wetlands. Trails offer visitors unique hikes through natural habitat.
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Scenic Overlook on Hwy 52 | n-georgia.com
When you are in the northwest Georgia mountains area, check out the Scenic Overlook on Hwy 52.
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Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center, Marben PFA Boat Ramps
Boat ramps are at Lake Bennett, Fox Lake, Lake Margery, Dairy Lake, Whitetale Lake and Lake Shepard. Fish for bass, bluegill, sunfish, catfish, crappie.
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Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center Educational Programs
A variety of educational programs are offered here. They include shooting sports, wildlife conservation, fishing, plant identification and more.
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Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center Project WILD
This is an education program for students, sponsored by the Georgia Wildlife Resources Division and the Georgia Chapter of the Safari Club International.
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Georgia Department of Labor VR Services Locations
Find the VR office location near you. Offices are listed by city. Telephone numbers are accessible to hard of hearing, deaf callers.
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Bobby Dodd Center Programs
Find out about the Tech Shop Program, Food Service Program, Explorers Program and more.
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Georgia's Dept. of Labor Job Search Handbook - Chapter 2
Ask anyone who has recently lost a job if he or she plans to remain unemployed for a long time and most will answer, Of course not!
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Georgia DOL Job Search Handbook, Chapter 3
Employer Expectations, He who has the gold makes the rules. Employers are people, too, and their jobs often depend on who they hire.
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Georgia DOL Job Search Handbook, Chapter 4
Be ready to organize and describe your skills and give examples of specific times when you used those skills.
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Georgia DOL Job Search Handbook, Chapter 5
It's unfortunate that many of us, when we are uncertain, have a tendency to do nothing at all.
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Georgia DOL Job Search Handbook, Chapter 6
There are two purposes for an application and the purpose depends upon which side of the desk you are sitting.
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Georgia DOL Job Search Handbook, Chapter 7
For resumes, there is no one size or shape that fits all. Each must fit the individual for whom it is tailored.
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Georgia DOL Job Search Handbook, Chapter 8
Tell me about yourself in 25 words or less. The Personal Business Card is a new and well received job search tool.
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Georgia DOL Job Search Handbook, Networking
Fewer than 5 percent of all job seekers have been taught the most effective ways to look for work.
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Georgia DOL Job Search Handbook, Chapter 10
One of the best and easiest ways to make personal contact with potential employers is to cold call. The objective of a cold call is to get an interview.
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Georgia DOL Job Search Handbook, Chapter 11
Now that you're interviewing, be prepared to make your best impression. You've certainly come a long way so far. Time for the last step.
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Georgia DOL Job Search Handbook, Chapter 12
Now that you have a job, it is important to jave characteristics that employers value. Appearance, dependability and skills are the key.
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Georgia DOL One-Stop Center Services - Counties E through H
These center locations are listed by counties E-H in Georgia. See locations for Early County through Houston County Georgia.
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Georgia Dept of Labor One-Stop Center Services I-O
Find the right Georgia One-Stop Center near you. Counties listed in alphabetical order from Irwin to Newton County.
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Georgia Dept of Labor One-Stop Center Services - P through W
See workforce services available. Find a center near you. Locations are listed for Georgia counties P through W.
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Atlanta Georgia Employment Agencies
Computerxperts, Convention Models & Talent Inc, Corestaff Services, Cortech LLC, DHR Intl Executive Recruiting and Distribution Recruiters offer jobs.
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Atlanta Staffing Agencies for Temp, Permanent Jobs
Dunwoody Group, Durham Staffing Inc, Elite Staffing Solutions LLC offer temp to permanent jobs.
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Find Atlanta Job Staffing Agencies
Visit Esquire Atlanta, Executive Placement Service, Firstpro Inc, Forbes and Futurestep for jobs.
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Find Atlanta Employment Agencies
Garrett Associates Inc, GPC Staffing Inc , Handler & Associates, Hart Group Limited and Highland Partners offer a variety of temporary to permanent jobs.
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Find Atlanta Job Agencies
Hire Dyanamics LLC, Horizon Staffing, Hughes & Sloan, Hunter Technical Resources, Huseby Inc and IT Resource Market LLC temporary to permanent jobs.
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Here's Atlanta GA Staffing Agencies
In-House Only, Insurance Overload Staffing, Intersect Group, Invesearch Inc, Jacobson Executive Search offer temp to perm Atlanta Georgia jobs.
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Find Atlanta GA Job Agencies
Jag Group, JES Search Firm, Job News, K Force, Kansoft Inc and Kelly Financial Resources offer a variety of temporary to permanent jobs.
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Job Agencies in Atlanta
Kiddin Around Models & Talent, Kinetix Talent Solutions, Korn Ferry International, Kreisler & Associates and Labor Guys Staffing offer a variety of temporary to permanent jobs.
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Job Agencies in Atlanta GA
Labor Ready, Law Staff Group, Ledgent, Manpower Professional and Matteson Partners offer temporary to permanent jobs in Atlanta Georgia.
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Find Job Agencies in Atlanta
Maxim Healthcare Service, Medical Professional Personnel Inc, Mercer Group Inc, Merritt Hawkins & Associates, Monster Worldwide offer Atlanta Georgia jobs.
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Atlanta Georgia Job Staffing Agencies
Nanny Poppinz, Nursefinders, OfficeTeam, Omega Executive Search, P J Reda & Associates. Pacesetter Personnel Service offer jobs in Atlanta Georgia.
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Employer Staffing Agencies in Atlanta Georgia
Paramount Staffing, Partners Group, Peopleware Search, Inc, Perimeter Staffing, Professional Staff, Project Solutions Inc offer a variety of jobs.
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Find Staffing Agencies in Atlanta
Prologistix, R A Clark Consulting Limited, R G Staffing Resources, Randstad, RemX Financial, RemX IT, RemX OfficeStaff, Resources in Food Inc offer jobs.
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Find Job Staffing Agencies in Atlanta
Resultz, Rightmove, Robert Half Finance and Accounting and Searchlogic Recruiting offer a variety of Atlanta Georgia temp to permanent jobs.
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Atl Georgia Staffing Agencies
Shoemaker & Associates, Silver Staffing, Snelling Staffing Service, Solutions Staffing offer Atlanta Georgia temporary to permanent jobs.
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Staffing Agencies in Atlanta
Specialty Employment Service, Spencer Stuart, Spherion, Staffing Resources, Staffmark Staffing Services offer temporary to permanent jobs.
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Staffing Agencies in Atlanta GA
Stanton Chase International, Sterling Legal Search Inc, Stuart Compton Associates, Supreme Staffing Services, Inc, and TBR Group LLC offer jobs.
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Atlanta GA Job Staffing Agencies
Technisource, The Creative Group, The Jacobson Group, TMD Temporaries, Today's Office Professionals offer Atlanta Georgia jobs.
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See Atlanta Job Agencies
Transforce, Tyler & Co , Ultimate Staffing and Vickers Chambless Managed Search offer temporary to permanent jobs in Atlanta Georgia.
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Atlanta Job Agencies
Volt Technical Resources LLC and Volt Workforce Solutions, Zay & Company International offer a variety of temporary to permanent Atlanta Georgia jobs.
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McDuffie PFA Boat Ramps
Characterized by majestic longleaf pines and sandy soil, the PFA offers the public a unique and beautiful landscape.
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Rocky Mountain PFA Boat Ramps
Largemouth bass and sunfish are the most common game fish in these lakes. Channel catfish, black crappie, and hybrid whitestriped bass are also here.
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Georgia Coastal Salt Marshes
Created as a result of melting glaciers during the ice ages, the origin of Georgia marshlands can be traced back to the Holocene melting of continental glaciers.
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Earth Day Nature Trail, Brunswick Georgia
Take a journey through the Nature Trail and Marsh Walk and discover the wonders of our natural surroundings.
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Calhoun, Chatham and Chippawa Squares, Savannah Georgia
Savannah Squares are scenic historic squares that are great to visit. See pictures and information for the Calhoun Square, Chatham Square and Chippewa Square.
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Columbia, Crawford, Elbert Savannah Squares
Scenic Savannah Squares are great to visit. See pictures and information for the Columbia Square, Crawford Square and Elbert Square.
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Ellis, Franklin and Green Squares, Savannah Georgia
While you are in Savannah, take time to visit these enchanting historic squares. Following are pictures and information for the Ellis Square, Franklin Square and Greene Square.
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Johnson Square in Savannah Georgia
This lovely square features lush trees and flowers, monuments and sometimes free music. Following are pictures and information for Johnson Square.
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LaFayette and Liberty Squares, Savannah Georgia
See the enchanting Semiquincentenary Fountain in Lafayette Square. was laid out in 1799 and named to celebrate the freedom and independence.
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Visit the enchanting Madison Square in Savannah GA
History abounds all over Madison Square. Visit Sherman's headquarters at the Green-Medrim Mansion. This square is surrounded by magnificent historic homes and buildings.
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Monterey Square in Savannah Georgia
In 1847, the Irish Jasper Greens, a Savannah military group, returned from the Mexican war and this name (Monterey) was given to honor one of the battles in that war.
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Visit Monterey Square in Savannah GA
In 1847, the Irish Jasper Greens, a Savannah military group, returned from the Mexican war and this name (Monterey) was given to honor one of the battles in that war. All of the buildings on this square except one (the United Way building) are original to the square.
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Pulaski, Reynolds and Telfair Squares
1837 Pulaski Square was named for Count Casimir Pulask. Reynolds Square was named for James Reynolds. Telfair Square is named for Edward Telfair.
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Troup, Warren and Washington Squares in Savannah Georgia
Troup Square was named for George Michael Troup. Washington Square was named for a person who was alive when honored. Warren Square was named for General Joseph Warren.
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Whitefield and Wright Squares, Savannah Georgia
The Whitefield Square is named for the Rev. George Whitefield. The Wriight Square was originally called Percival Square to honor Viscount Percival.
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Warm Springs Fish Hatchery Health Center
The lab offers state-of-the-art fish disease diagnostic and fish health certification services to national and state fish hatcheries, and private fish farms.
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Warm Springs Fish Hatchery Technology Center
Our mission is to provide leadership in the scientifically based management of national fishery resources through development of new concepts and techniques.
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Bears Bluff National Fish Hatchery
Bears Bluff National Fish Hatchery is a unit of the Warm Springs Fish Technology Center, a component of the Warm Springs Regional Fisheries Center, Warm Springs, Georgia.
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Warm Springs Fish Hatchery Educational Programs
The Warm Springs Regional Fisheries Center offers several ways for your family to enjoy nature and get outdoors.
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Paradise PFA Boat Ramps in Berrien County GA
Heavily forested with pine plantations and small communities of longleaf pine-wiregrass, a variety of waterfowl and birds of prey are frequently seen on the area.
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Sapelo Island Education and Coastal Training
SINERR offers a variety of education programs for the public, school groups (5th-12th grades), teachers, and coastal decision makers.
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Beautiful Lower Pool East Powerhouse Park
This is a popular spot for people of all ages. It is an especially popular fishing area in the Chattahoochee River.
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Bathroom Shower Tile Floors
Here is a Master Bathroom Tile remodel. It consisted of tearing out the existing tile shower with tub. Then we rebuilt and replaced everything with new tile.
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Kitchens by Dickie Done Right - Georgia Tile Setter
Looking to update your kitchen on a tight budget? Do what this client did and don't waste another dime on vinyl, which stains and tares. By tiling your kitchen floor you can add the appearance of a larger living space, and add color, bringing new life to your kitchen.
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Backsplashes by Dickie Done Right North Georgia Tile Setter
A Backsplash can turn your ordinary kitchen into your favorite room to spend time in. It's the perfect piece to complete and accentuate your cabinets and counters.Your backsplash will also save you time and money!
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Floors by Dickie Done Right North Georgia Tile Setter
Tile is the best flooring answer to your home's high traffic areas. It won't stain, scratch, fade or burn.
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Heated Floors by Dickie Done Right - Georgia Tile Setter
Most tile setters do not install heated floors. It takes special talent, skills and experience to install heated floors successfully. Fortunately, Dickie 'Done Right' Tile can service your needs. We're one of the only companies in North Georgia and Metro Atlanta that will install heated floors.
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Natural Stone by Dickie Done Right - Georgia Tile Setter
Most people who own their homes want to enjoy every inch the house has to offer.
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Glass Blocks by Dickie Done Right - Georgia Tile Setter
Glass Block is an elegant, versatile and a strong building material. This client was a big fan of our previous glass block work, and so they had their Master Bathroom remodeled with glass block and natural stone. The entire bathroom was gutted for this job.
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Marble settings by Dickie Done Right - Georgia Tile Setter
Marble tile is a beautiful Natural Stone. It is buffed to a high gloss highlighting exquisite minerals and vanes. Marble tile comes in many shades including black, blue, green, cream or white.
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Dots in Tile Setting by Dickie Done Right - Georgia Tile Setter
These projects are great examples of how a few dots can really make your tile floor pop. Dots come in all types and sizes.
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Chattahoochee National Forest Fish Hatchery BiT Program
BiT offers children the opportunity to have meaningful interactions with aquatic creatures and habitats.
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Jacqueline Casey Hudgens Center for the Arts
Jacqueline Casey Hudgens Center for the Arts houses the Fowler Gallery, the Rowe Promenade, the Education Gallery and the Kistner Atrium.
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Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Fishing
The Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge landscape depends upon water to exist, and within the tea stained waters rest dozens of species of fish.
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Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Reservations
In southern Georgia and northern Florida there is a very special place, one of the oldest and best preserved freshwater systems in America.
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