www.CavenderCreek.com June   2004  Summer Is In Full Swing And It's Time to Get Away! Join us at Cavender Creek Cabins for your Summer Fling! With so much to see and do in and around Dahlonega, Cavender Creek Cabins makes the perfect "home base" for all your summer activities, whether for a weekend or a full family vacation! Make reservations now! www.CavenderCreek.com Georgia Wine Country Festival Make plans to attend The Georgia Wine Country Festival! June 5 & 6, on the grounds of Three Sister's Vineyards. Gourmet Food, fine wine, folk art, farm exhibits, hot air balloon rides, live music plus a kids area all come together for a two day celebration of Georgia's Wine Country. You'll enjoy samples of various wines from Georgia and other wine regions of the U.S. Gourmet Chefs from Nacoochee Grill, Pazzo Pizzaria and Pura Vida will provide "purchase by the plate" delights. Proceeds benefit Georgia Charities. A great event for everyone in the family to enjoy! Join us! It's Time for The Rodeo!! This may not be the "Old West" but we do have a Ranch! R-Ranch straps on the spurs each year to hold the annual Mountain Top Rodeo! Events will include: Bareback Bronc Riding, Saddle Bronc Riding, Steer Wrestling, Ladies Barrel Racing, Tie Down Roping, Team Roping, Bull Riding, Kid’s Calf Scramble and fun for the whole family with rock wall climbing, a petting zoo, pony rides and much more! Plenty of food too! Visit the R-Ranch Web site for more details and go to www.CavenderCreek.com for reservation information. Don't Forget 4th of July! It's almost time for everyone to congregate on the Owen Drill field at North Georgia College and State University for the best fireworks display in North Georgia! The day will be filled with arts & crafts, food, music and fun while the night will be lit up by spectacular fireworks. Voted one of the top 20 events in the Southeast! This is a popular event, so visit www.CavenderCreek.com now for reservation information. Area Attractions & Happenings Follow the links for more information on the following Attractions & Happenings. June 5 - 6: Georgia Wine Country Festival - Three Sisters Vineyards hosts this 4th annual event featuring wines from Georgia and around the world. Two days of gourmet food vendors, folk art, farm exhibits, hot air balloon rides, live music, fun kids area and more. Proceeds benefit Georgia Charities. 706-865-9463 June 5th: Highland Bagpipes - Clan Craig will perform a variety of music at Brasstown Bald. Come hear the gripping sound of the Great Highland Bagpipes played by Jacob Craig, the Scottish fiddle played by Jessica & Jean Craig and Joshua Craig accompanying on his penny whistle. Representatives of the Scottish Festival & Highland Games to be held at Meeks Park in Blairsville on June 12 & 13 will also be present. 706-745-6928 June 5th: To Tempt A Trout - Did you know the Southern Appalachian Mountains have thousands of miles of excellent trout streams? Learn about trout fishing such as basic trout angling, various tackle used, DNR management methods & trout regulations, and more. The day kicks off with an early morning fishing rodeo for the kids - the pond opens to the general public at 12 noon. This event concludes with a showing of the award-winning film, "To Tempt a Trout". Program is free; $2 Park Pass required. 706-265-8888 June 6, 13 & 27th: Vineyard Luncheon Buffet at Wolf Mountain Vineyards - Enjoy a delightful Sunday Luncheon Buffet on the beautiful grounds of Wolf Mountain Vineyards. $25 includes gourmet lunch, tour, tasting and tax. Advanced reservations required. 706-867-9862 June 19 & 20th: Father's Day Weekend Celebration at Three Sister Vineyards - Bring Dad for our special Father Day Weekend Celebration. During both afternoons, you can enjoy a complimentary tasting, tour the winery or relax on the patio. Every Dad visiting Three Sisters gets a Special Gift! We'll also be conducting our "Vintner's Tastings" on Saturday and "Georgia Wine Country Tastings" on Sunday. 706-865-9463 June 20: Father's Day at Amicalola Falls - Don't make Dad man the grill this Father's Day - bring him to the park for food, fun, and fishing! We're serving up a great barbecue menu and kids can make Dad a keepsake craft. We'll host a horseshoe tournament and have a watermelon seed-spitting contest. It's a great way for Dad and the family to kick off summer! Program is free; $2 Park Pass required. 800-573-9656 June 20: Father's Day Classic Car Show and Cookout at Wolf Mountain Vineyards - An elegant display of Classic Automotive Art will be presented on the beautiful grounds of Wolf Mountain Vineyards. Each collector car is invited to participate for its unique contribution to automotive design. Enjoy a casual day for Dad and family featuring a traditional cookout on the grille with all the trimmings. Of course our Family of Estate Wines will be available for your enjoyment. $25 per person includes lunch, tour & tasting and tax. Advance reservations required. 706-867-9862 June 25-26: Mountain Top Rodeo at R-Ranch - Professional rodeo riders compete for prizes in a variety of competitions: Bareback Bronc Riding, Saddle Bronc Riding, Steer Wrestling, Ladies Barrel Racing, Tie Down Roping, Team Roping Bull Riding, Kid's Calf Scramble. Fun for the whole family! 800-231-5543