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Helen,
Georgia
Surrounded by some of Georgia's most beautiful natural
attractions, Alpine Helen, located in the Blue Ridge Mountains, is a
unique Bavarian cultural experience. The festivities of Oktoberfest,
year round outdoor sports activities, international dining and
shopping have made Alpine Helen an attraction for visitors from all
over the World.
Click here for more information.
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Entertainment
Sautee Nacoochee
Center
The SNCA maintains Sautee Nacoochee Center, a thriving cultural and
community center housed in a restored rural schoolhouse, offering a
Theatre, Gallery, Art Studio, Museum, Environmental Studies Room,
and Conference Facilities.
www.chachasballroom.com
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Wineries
Enjoy wine tasting at one of North Georgia's many
wineries featuring local flavors.
Habersham Winery |
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Golfing
Up for a challenge? Surrounded by nature, enjoy one of the
areas most unique golf courses set in the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Innsbruck Golf |
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Hiking
The area has plenty of trails available for you to enjoy during your
stay. Click here for a list of
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Fishing
Trout streams are open to fishing during trout season (last
Thursday in March through October 31) or are open year-round. The
Wildlife Resources Division and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
stock streams with rainbow, brown and brook trout from March through
mid-September.
RiverNorthFlyFishing.com |
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Tubing
Relax and enjoy a ride on an inner tube down the Chattahoochee
River. Suitable for all ages. Various length trips available.
HelenWaterpark.com
CoolRiverTubing.com
Whitewater Rafting, Canoeing, Kayaking
SoutheasternExpeditions.com
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Day Spa
Mandalla
Wellness Retreat and Day Spa
Tucked away through the woods and up a
hillside in the Nacoochee Valley just south of Helen, GA, you'll
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Oktoberfest
Every year since 1970 Georgia's most famous Oktoberfest
transforms tranquil Helen into the ultimate north Georgia party
town. Polka with dancers in native costume, eat Bavarian food and
enjoy the festival into the wee hours of the morning.
HelenGA.org
HelenChamber.com
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Balloon Rides
GoBallooning.Net
offers private balloon rides. Each ride takes off at sunrise
and will last about one or two hours. Flights are by
reservation only so make sure you give them advanced notice. |
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First Annual Cork and Keg Festival
A New Beer and Wine Festival in scenic Alpine Helen
First White County Cork & Keg Festival in Alpine Helen, Ga., on April 10 from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m., presented by the Sautee Nacoochee Community Association.
The scenic Chattahoochee River and Northeast Georgia mountains serve as the backdrop for this new Spring festival featuring tastes of craft-brewed beers from some of the nation's best independent brewers (including Georgia's own Sweetwater Brewing) and award-winning local wines. Meanwhile, some of the area's fine restaurants will cook up sumptuous samples from their menus, and local musicians will offer food for the sonic soul.
The White County Cork & Keg Festival will be held at the Helen Festhalle, headquarters of the picturesque village's world-famous Oktoberfest celebration, and a short walk from hotels, shops, restaurants and all of Helen's attractions. Admission is limited to the first 400 ticket buyers. Each participant will receive a complimentary pint glass (courtesy of Sweetwater Brewing) and one free meal ticket. Delicious goodies will also be available for purchase.
Celebrate spring in the mountains with good food, drink and music! Book your accommodations at Black Forest for a special rate of $25 off nightly rate for a two night minimum stay April 9, 10 & 11, 2010 only. Get your festival tickets at the early bird rate of only $25 right up until the day of the event!
For more information about the Sautee Nacoochee Community Association and the White County Cork & Keg Festival visit their website. |
