Lake Lanier Islands: A World Away from Atlanta

Atlanta has the busiest airport in the world, but more folks should get off their planes to look around town. Atlanta has plenty of famous attractions, such as Coca-Cola, the aquarium, outstanding museums, the CNN Center and major-league sports franchises. Some people prefer Bright Lights in the Big City, …

Vogel State Park: Perky Cabins & Old Tyme Fun

Some people in this world don’t care if they ever while away a few hours, conferrin’ with the flowers and/or consulting with the rain.  They’re too busy working themselves into a dither. If you are able to get away from the flying monkeys where you work, …

May 2014 GA State Parks & Historic Sites Events

There is some kind of fun for everyone here in Georgia, no matter how much money you have to spend.  From the Atlantic Ocean to the Appalachian Mountains, Georgia is a wonderland. Some people even like to visit Atlanta! During the month of May, Georgia’s State …

Lake Lanier Association’s 2014 Annual Meeting

The Lake Lanier Association (LLA) invited area residents and other interested groups and individuals to its 2014 annual meeting on Sunday afternoon, April 27th. On this particular weekend, Lake Lanier Islands (LLI) opened its gates and offered free parking at the proudly manicured 1,500-acre resort.  A friendly attendant kindly …

Free Pass to Lake Lanier Islands ~ April 25-27, 2014

Ever wondered what’s behind those big gates at Lake Lanier Islands but didn’t have the money to get in?  Have they got a deal for you! Round up a few friends and head out to the spiffier-than-ever Lake Lanier Islands during the weekend of April …

Lake Lanier Association Annual Meeting April 27, 2014

Our friends at the Lake Lanier Association (LLA) have held their annual meetings at a variety of places in recent years.  For 2014, they’ve chosen the nicest spot yet: The Carriage House Pavilion at Lake Lanier Islands. The meeting is open to the public and …

Lanier Canoe & Kayak Club Hosts Dragon Boat Races

Lanier Canoe and Kayak Club (LCKC) will play host to the first-ever Gainesville/Hall Dragon Boat Challenge (GHDBC) June 7, 2014. LCKC says Dragon Boat racing is the second-most popular participation activity in the world, behind soccer. The GHBDC is designed for business, government agencies, churches …