Category: Outdoors
2025 Appalachian Trail Gateways
by Jane Harrison | Jan 31, 2025 | Outdoors
Appalachian Trail Gateways at Amicalola Falls kicks off hiking season
Read MoreElachee adult programs ‘Bring out the Kid’ in all
by Jane Harrison | Jan 1, 2025 | Outdoors
Folks who discovered water bugs and rollie pollies, buckeyes and mayapples as children in summer camps may be among those coming back to …
Read MoreNew Year’s celebrations welcome 2025
by Jane Harrison | Dec 7, 2024 | Outdoors
Sip a champagne toast. Plunge into Lake Lanier. Hike into the sunrise …
Read MoreDiverse festivities celebrate the holidays around Lanier and Mountain Headwaters
by Jane Harrison | Nov 1, 2024 | Outdoors
Lake Lanier cities, headwater mountain towns, and all the environs between sparkle this season with traditional parades, holiday walks, …
Read MoreFormer DCSP manager transfers to Smithgall Woods
by Jane Harrison | Oct 5, 2024 | Outdoors
Steven Emery oversaw trail expansions, construction of new recreation facilities, and endless bridge repairs during his …
Read MoreFall festivals, seasonal activities showcase regional diversity
by Jane Harrison | Sep 2, 2024 | Outdoors
From polka waltzes to buck dancing, apple dumplings to chicken fingers, and race cars to pony rides, fall festivals around Lake Lanier and its northern neighbor towns showcase the diverse culture of the region.
Read MoreGainesville Parks & Recreation to celebrate 100 years
by Jane Harrison | Aug 3, 2024 | Outdoors
Next month fireworks, live music, and a party at Gainesville’s newest outdoor gathering spot will celebrate a century of fun, games, fitness, nature preservation and …
Read MoreMake the most of summer before it’s gone
by Jane Harrison | Jul 6, 2024 | Outdoors
Here it is July, already. Folks who notice these things have observed the daylight fading earlier each evening. Before the …
Read MoreIndependence Day celebrations show off hometown heritage
by Jane Harrison | Jun 8, 2024 | Outdoors
Communities in and around Lake Lanier celebrate Independence Day with hometown fun that shows off their heritage. From …
Read MoreBlackstrap Ghost Tours a hit in Midland
by Jane Harrison | May 5, 2024 | Outdoors
A streetlight flickered and freight trains rumbled in the distance as a group of sweater-clad history buffs, hard rock …
Read MoreWaterfest celebrates parks beautification in Gainesville
by Jane Harrison | Apr 5, 2024 | Outdoors
A week of sprucing up Gainesville parks culminates April 20 with an environmental expo focusing on the city’s most valuable natural resource: water. The second …
Read MoreNew Amicalola Falls Visitor Center offers upgrade in hospitality
by Jane Harrison | Feb 27, 2024 | Outdoors
Thousands of backpackers will tread under the rock arch at Amicalola Falls State Park this month on the Approach Trail to the …
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15feb7:30 am2025 Gainesville Group Run - Riverside
Event Details
2025 Gainesville Group Run, Riverside Dr. Run with Lanier Running Club, starters to elites. Date: Saturdays Times: 7:30 a.m. – Feb. 1, 15 & Mar 1 8:30 a.m. Feb 8 & 22 Location: Riverside Preparatory Academy,
Event Details
2025 Gainesville Group Run, Riverside Dr.
Run with Lanier Running Club, starters to elites.
Date: Saturdays
Times:
7:30 a.m. – Feb. 1, 15 & Mar 1
8:30 a.m. Feb 8 & 22
Location: Riverside Preparatory Academy, 2001 Riverside Dr.
For more info: See website/Facebook page for updates. www.lanierrunningclub.org
Time
(Saturday) 7:30 am
15feb10:00 am2025 Wimpy Mile, Dahlonega
Event Details
The Wimpy Mile, Dahlonega A downhill 1-mile run/walk sponsored by the Dahlonega Sunrise Rotary Club. Date: Feb 15, 2025 Time: 10 a.m. (8:00 AM Race Day Pickup & Registration)
Event Details
The Wimpy Mile, Dahlonega
A downhill 1-mile run/walk sponsored by the Dahlonega Sunrise Rotary Club.
Date: Feb 15, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. (8:00 AM Race Day Pickup & Registration)
Location: Hancock Park, Hawkins St., Race starts from Hancock Park in downtown Dahlonega.
Cost: $30
For more info: www.runnersfit.com.
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Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am
16feb12:00 pmBicycling-Sunday North Hall Rides
Event Details
Sunday North Hall Rides, Gainesville. Bicycling on rural roads averaging 17-18 mph at steady pace, 30-45 miles. Rolls out Sundays from Haynes RD Date(s): Sundays Time: noon Location: Haynes
Event Details
Sunday North Hall Rides, Gainesville.
Bicycling on rural roads averaging 17-18 mph at steady pace, 30-45 miles. Rolls out Sundays from Haynes RD
Date(s): Sundays
Time: noon
Location: Haynes Rd., Gainesville
For more info email: velocraig@hotmail.com.
Time
(Sunday) 12:00 pm
20feb5:30 pm2025 Gainesville Group Run - NoFo
Event Details
2025 Gainesville Group Run, NoFo Run with Lanier Running Club, starters to elites. Date: Thursdays Times: 5:30 pm Location: NoFo Brewing Company, 434 High St. SE. For more info: See website/Facebook page for updates.
Event Details
2025 Gainesville Group Run, NoFo
Run with Lanier Running Club, starters to elites.
Date: Thursdays
Times: 5:30 pm
Location: NoFo Brewing Company, 434 High St. SE.
For more info: See website/Facebook page for updates. www.lanierrunningclub.org
Time
(Thursday) 5:30 pm
22feb7:30 am2025 Gainesville Group Run - Riverside
Event Details
2025 Gainesville Group Run, Riverside Dr. Run with Lanier Running Club, starters to elites. Date: Saturdays Times: 7:30 a.m. – Feb. 1, 15 & Mar 1 8:30 a.m. Feb 8 & 22 Location: Riverside Preparatory Academy,
Event Details
2025 Gainesville Group Run, Riverside Dr.
Run with Lanier Running Club, starters to elites.
Date: Saturdays
Times:
7:30 a.m. – Feb. 1, 15 & Mar 1
8:30 a.m. Feb 8 & 22
Location: Riverside Preparatory Academy, 2001 Riverside Dr.
For more info: See website/Facebook page for updates. www.lanierrunningclub.org
Time
(Saturday) 7:30 am
23feb12:00 pmBicycling-Sunday North Hall Rides
Event Details
Sunday North Hall Rides, Gainesville. Bicycling on rural roads averaging 17-18 mph at steady pace, 30-45 miles. Rolls out Sundays from Haynes RD Date(s): Sundays Time: noon Location: Haynes
Event Details
Sunday North Hall Rides, Gainesville.
Bicycling on rural roads averaging 17-18 mph at steady pace, 30-45 miles. Rolls out Sundays from Haynes RD
Date(s): Sundays
Time: noon
Location: Haynes Rd., Gainesville
For more info email: velocraig@hotmail.com.
Time
(Sunday) 12:00 pm
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The Blue Ribbon Run, formerly known as the Embrace Race 5K, will feature its 13th anniversary race on Sunday, Feb. 2. Join us for this 5K & Fun Run. The race is an official Peachtree Quallifier as well. Proceeds benefit the Edmondson Telford Child Advocacy Center, a children’s advocacy center serving child abuse victims in Hall & Dawson counties. Details: runsignup.com/Race/GA/Gainesville/BlueRibbonRun5K ... See MoreSee Less
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