Strawberry picking in North Georgia. Each season Georgia has a new crop ready to be harvested. When is the season for your favorite fruit? Strawberries – Each April through July, strawberries ripen in fields across Georgia. Prime season is in May and June. Each spring, North Georgia’s Jaemor Farms...
Looking for a fun way to explore Georgia’s Historic Heartland region – affordably – this summer? Here are eight ways to pinch a penny without sacrificing any fun with the family. Dauset Trails Nature Center (FREE). Visit the animal trail and the barnyard animals. Enjoy hiking or mountain biking on...
It’s purple and pretty and plays a big part in Georgia’s economy as a crop, natural remedy and ingredient. Here’s what you didn’t know about lavender: The scent deters pests. As a natural way to keep mice, mosquitoes and flies away, plant it in your garden or harvest the flowers for in-home...
You don’t have to go very far outside of Atlanta for terrific camping opportunities. Pack up your gear and head to these four campgrounds for a few nights under the stars.
Homemade, fresh, locally grown: Explore Oconee County’s food destinations from local farms to markets and restaurants. Feast your eyes upon these endless food options grown from and raised on Georgia soil. Farms Washington Farms strawberries. Photo courtesy of Oconee County Welcome Center Washington...
Georgia is full of bucket list adventures and classic relaxation that will make this Father’s Day weekend the best ever. Here are three ideas he's sure to love. Tank Town USA At Tank Town in Blue Ridge, drive tanks over cars for thrilling fun. Photo courtesy Tank Town, Facebook. Let Dad feel the...
Take a ride through Atlanta on two wheels and see the city through new eyes. Biking through this day trip will not only get you from destination to destination, but this bike tour will take you through some of the best cultural, natural and culinary attractions Atlanta has to offer! Prep your wheels...
Our family is prepping for our first back-country camping trip together. I was telling a friend recently, who responded with a profound, “No Way!” That’s when it dawned on me that our style of family camping isn’t the easiest, especially with little kiddos. If you want to enjoy the crisp air, wake...
Panola Mountain State Park spans three Georgia counties - Henry, DeKalb and Rockdale - and is the crown jewel of the Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area, one of only three National Heritage Areas in the state. A National Heritage Area is a site intended to encourage historic preservation. Panola...
You’ve probably heard of St. Simons Island, but do you know that just across the river is a private, eco-friendly, all-inclusive island just waiting for you? Our family visited Little St. Simons Island and fell madly in love; here’s why we think you should make a reservation today. The Serenity...