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August 2008
Cavender Creek Cabins

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Local Events:  Local 'To Do" Map - Festivals - Vineyards - All Events

 

Our cabins are set in the breathtaking natural beauty of the North Georgia Mountains and blend a rustic setting with luxurious accommodations, cabins available on either pond shore or creek side!
 


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for the month of August

Take a virtual tour of our cabins, and see why our guest come back time and time again. http://www.cavendercreek.com/cc_tour.html


August 8th - 10th

DAHLONEGA'S Literary Festival

Greetings literary enthusiasts!  The 2008 Dahlonega Literary Festival & Writer's Conference is scheduled for August 8th through August 10th.

We are excited to have Steve Berry, making a rare public appearance, as one of our headliners.   Sharing the stage with Steve as headliners are Karen Abbott, Patti Callahan Henry and Joshilyn Jackson! Nathalie Dupree will be demonstrating the preparation of “Shrimp and Grits” at Montaluce Vineyard. Read More http://www.literaryfestival.org/

 

Tour A "La Vita Bella" And Enjoy Fine Dinning

Located on 400 rolling acres at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Montaluce loosely translates as “mountain of lights.”  This beautiful, wine country community is based on the Italian ideal of "La Vita Bella," or the beautiful life--centered around family, food, wine and sharing.

The Winery, Tasting Room and Restaurant:
At the Estate’s highest point, guests will discover Montaluce’s state-of-the-art winery, handsome tasting room and the beautiful restaurant Le Vigne.

For a listing of what’s happening this week, please visit us online.

Surrounded by breathtaking mountain views and rolling vineyards, the Italian-inspired atmosphere presents a place to unwind and enjoy New- and Old-World Italian dishes alongside a thoughtful wine list that includes selections from nearby North Georgia wineries as well as fine wines from Italy and California.

Wine tastings and winery tours Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m. To 5 p.m., and Sunday 12 to 5 p.m. The restaurant serves lunch Tuesday through Sunday 11 to 3 p.m. Dinner is served Friday & Saturday 5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Sunday Supper is served 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Time To Hit The River...

Keep cool this summer and enjoy a natural North Georgia attraction! The North Georgia Mountains are the best place to escape the heat and the Chestatee and Etowah Rivers provide a refreshing way to cool off! Take a canoe, kayak or tubing trip with a friend, the family or the whole office and enjoy an afternoon picnic, a day of sun and scenery, a dip in the cool waters or a relaxing fishing trip on the river!

CANOE, KAYAK & TUBING TRIPS
Along the beautiful

CHESTATEE & ETOWAH RIVERS

Cavender Creek Cabins are located just a few miles from a fabulous day on the river. You will experience a day like no-other, relaxing yet invigorating you can then return to your cabin for a Bar-B-Q on your back porch, relaxing in the hot tub while your dinner cooks.

Read more on river trips http://www.canoegeorgia.com/

 

Make Your Reservations Now!

Paul & Mary Hanson
Cavender Creek Cabins
 

August In Dahlonega

 

Date: August 2,5,9,12,16,19,23 2008
Time: 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
http://www.forresthillsresort.com/index.php/Resort-Activities/Scenic-Wagon-Ride-w/-Cookout.html

Horse-Drawn Wagon Ride & Cookout

Enjoy a taste of the Old West! Hop aboard a horse-drawn wagon and enjoy a scenic mountain ride to the River house; an 1800's style lantern lit building where you'll enjoy steak and chicken cooked on the grill, live entertainment and more. Roast marshmallows over the bonfire, walk across the bridge to horseshoe island, shoot pool, play ping pong, throw darts and more. Great for all ages. Departs Gold City Corral located next to Forrest Hills Mountain Resort & Conference Center.
 


August 2nd    

Mountain Music Medicine Show At The Historic Holly Theater

DOC JOHNSON AND CAST

Originating in Dahlonega, Georgia, the MOUNTAIN MUSIC & MEDICINE SHOW has won three GABBY awards from the Georgia Association of Broadcasters for the best locally produced radio program in the State of Georgia. Amazing--especially considering that the MOUNTAIN MUSIC & MEDICINE SHOW is an all volunteer effort.

 
August 15th - 17th

Mountain Bike Race
http://55ninePerformance.com/100.html

The second annual Fool?s Gold 100 and 50 mile Mountain Bike Races & Festival will be held August 15-17 in Dahlonega, GA. Camp Wahsega 4-H center proved to be the perfect venue for this type of event, with pavilions, a creek to cool off in, bunkhouses for up to 250 people, onsite meals, beer, fire rings, etc. all at the Start/Finish location of the race. The Fool?s Gold event will also be the 6th race of the National Ultra Endurance (100 miler) Series in 2008! This alone will attract hundreds of racers from across the country. We will again hold two races, a 50 mile race which is a challenge in itself, plus a 100 mile race for the hard core athletes. The festival will include: Live bands, food, microbrews, wine tastings, contests, free giveaways, organized social rides (i.e. beginner, intermediate, advanced), bike demos, and more.

 


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NOA Golf Tournament
Date: August 4, 2008
Time: 08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
http://www.noonealone.org
 
18 hole scramble off the whites tournament being held at one of Golf Digests 100 Best Courses, Chestatee in Dawsonville. All proceeds benefit local victims of domestic violence. BBQ luncheon included in registration after the tournament. Cost is $100 per person or $400 per team of four. Prizes and contests! Call Nicole Ryder for more information. 706-864-1306 ext 6
http://www.golflink.com/golf-courses/city.asp?dest=Dahlonega+GA

Dahlonega and Lumpkin County are the heart of Georgia's mountain lakes and waterfalls region.

Dahlonega's historic shopping square is filled with an interesting array of shops, candy stores and restaurants, set in authentic 19th century buildings, with Georgia's oldest courthouse, (now Dahlonega's gold museum) completed in 1836. Using bricks cast from gold-rich Cane Creek and mortar made from the creek's mud, the building contains significant amounts of gold. The final payment for the building was made in gold bullion. The courthouse is one of the oldest still remaining in the United States. Experience first hand the architecture of one of the oldest buildings still in use in North Georgia and discover this unique portion of the history of the mountain region.


Near By Hiking Trails

Dahlonega, Georgia Mountain Peaks & Summits

Dahlonega, Georgia is home to a total of 98 mountain summits and peaks, 25 of the closest which are shown in the list below. Click on any entry in the list for more detailed information of  that particular mountain peak or summit in Dahlonega, Georgia.

 
 

Dahlonega, Georgia Ghost Tales    
http://www.ghostsofamerica.com/3/Georgia_Dahlonega_ghost_sightings.html    

You may perhaps think that Dahlonega, Georgia is exactly the same as any other city in the USA, but after sunset you may perhaps notice some menacing things. The ghosts of this municipality don’t leave anyone unscarred. Not everybody trusts in the stories the locals tell, but if you are bold enough to stay an extra day in Dahlonega, you may perhaps distinguish a ghost for yourself. Click the above links for Dahlonega's ghost tales.
 

 
   

   

Welcome To Dahlonega

"Dahlonega” is Cherokee for “golden color” or “yellow money.”

Today, Dahlonega is a town full of history and culture. In fact, Dahlonega’s Historic Commercial District is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

A walking tour of this area is a must-do when visiting Dahlonega. The number of historic structures is astonishing. Visitors will also discover endless shopping opportunities. Picking up a piece of local art, jewelry, pottery or even photography is a wonderful way to take the Dahlonega experience home. Downtown offers a variety of dining options ranging from southern home style to gourmet- the perfect way to end the evening.

Wine lovers will consider Dahlonega worth a stop. Touring the local wineries is a wonderful way to experience the countryside, while learning more about the region’s history, and of course sampling some nice wines.

Bike enthusiasts will value Dahlonega’s appreciation of cycling. The town serves as the hub for bicycling in the north Georgia Mountains, and as the finish site for the nationally recognized Tour De Georgia mountain stage. Nearby Chattahoochee National Forest offers hikers great surprises. Caves, canyons, and waterfalls are just some of the treats this national forest shares. Horseback riding is permitted. Amicalola Falls State Park not only offers beautiful waterfalls, but also access to the famous Appalachian Trail. Golfers will take pleasure in the first-rate courses found nestled in the rolling hills that identify this region of Georgia.

Families will enjoy stops at the Kangaroo Conservation Center, and the Chestatee Wildlife Preserve. Another sure-bet is a visit to The Dahlonega Courthouse Gold Museum. Consolidated Gold Mines and The Crisson Gold Mine offer tours that give visitors the opportunity to experience what gold mining was all about!


 

Wineries & Vineyards

Of North Georgia Wine Country


With the highest concentration of wineries and vineyards in North Georgia,
 the Dahlonega mountains are recognized as " the Heart of the Georgia Wine Country.
" The vines are full in August and make a perfect time to visit the vineyards of Dahlonega.
See A List And Get Directions

Wolf Mountain Vineyards & Winery
Three Sisters Vineyards
Frogtown Cellars
Blackstock Vineyards & Winery
Montaluce Vineyards

Also visit the Georgia Wines web site for more information
on the types of wines served at the wineries

 
Back To School! Save on your vacation plan by staying at Cavender Creek Cabins during the week days... It's back to school time which means you can enjoy a quieter time in the North Georgia Mountains. Call today and ask for week specials!!
 

 

Visitors Center Services
Dahlonega Visitors Center hours: 9:00AM - 5:30PM Monday through Sunday

The Visitors Center:

  • Features information on local, regional and state attractions and events.
  • See area map of Dahlonega View It >

 

Dahlonega, GA
Nestled in the foothills of the southern Appalachian Mountains, this quaint historic town claims fame to being the site of the first American Gold rush as well as a community filled with the arts, four wineries, recreation and plenty of outdoor recreation.

 

 

 

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Paul and Mary Hanson
www.CavenderCreek.com