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~ Cover Artist - Susie Pryor
WOW, I love it when a plan comes together. Albeit through much hard work, late nights and dedicated people. When a group of people are so in love with their world or at least the chunk they call home it becomes very easy for them to mOE BMM PG UIF HPPE JO JU 8IBU happens next is remarkable, it is the incessant urge to share it. I know this because we do it every month at the Georgia Mountain Laurel. One of our greatest pleasures has been getting to know and working with many lake residents and business owners. So early this year an idea came to our tired minds... let’s do a lake magazine. An “all for them� magazine. A magazine that focuses on the lake lifestyle with great recipes, helpful tips, an outstanding events calendar, a look at homes on the lake, lake history and the sheer beauty. *U JT XJUI HSFBU QSJEF UIBU XF QSFTFOU UIF mSTU JTTVF PG Cabin & Cove, produced by the same great people who publish the Georgia Mountain Laurel... all for you, our lake residents! Thank you for all you do for Rabun County. Look for your Fall/Winter issue of Cabin & Cove to arrive in early September.
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~ Ten Questions With Winnie
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~ A Young Life On Lake Rabun
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~ The Town Of Burton
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~ Summer Fare
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~ Boat Picnics
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~ A Taste of Georgia
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~ Things To Do...
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~ Event Calendar
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~ SWMCF Awarded Rhapsody
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~ Our Lakeside Waterfalls
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~ The Majestic Hemlock
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~ The Wilson Home
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~ Home Solutions
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~ Lakeside Living
Enjoy and relax... you’re at the lake.
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~ The Animal Doctor Is In
Tracy McCoy Publisher
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~ First Aid On The Lake
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Cover Artist Susie Grant Pryor by David Miller
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tarting a new publication is no small task and among UIF NPTU JNQPSUBOU EFUBJMT JT UP mOE B DPWFS JNBHF UIBU SFnFDUT BOE DPOWFZT UIF NBHB[JOF T UIFNF BOE NPPE "OE CFDBVTF UIJT JT UIF mSTU FEJUJPO PG Cabin and Cove NBHB[JOF XF UPPL FYUSB DBSF UP NBLF TVSF PVS mSTU DPWFS JNage was on the mark. We cast a wide net to hit upon the perfect image and when we found the painting of a boy with his dog in a canoe on the lake, we were smitten. Not only is the image a fantastic work of art, it also perfectly communicates the magazine’s theme of beauty, tranquility and simplicity. The image is the work of Atlanta, Georgia based artist Susie Grant Pryor. The painting is emblematic of her style and it demonstrates a thoughtful, rich, yet uncomplicated approach to her paintings. Her subjects are derived from a broad range of themes and are represented in renderings such as nature, still life and more. Susie began painting as a child and although she is not a classically trained artist, she did receive some formal instruction at the University of Georgia. She also participated in workshops with Quida Canady and Wolf Kahn both of whom she EFTDSJCFT BT CSJMMJBOU BOE JOnVFOUJBM JO IFS XPSL FWFSZ EBZ In her own words Susie said, “My style is not something that can be pinned down and named. It is an expressive sort of process, in that it’s different all the time. It is always very much BCPVU UIF QBJOU BOE IPX UIF QBJOU SFBDUT BOE nPXT BOE USBOTforms while I am working.� “Sometimes the paint is literally running right off the canvas. Sometimes there are little charcoal drawings within the painting. I work spontaneously; I don’t really know, going into a painting, where it’s going to go. A painting may begin as a nPSBM CVU FWPMWF JOUP TJOHMF QJFDF PG GSVJU PO B UBCMF w Our cover image is just one example of her superior talent and you can see it on display at Timpson Creek Gallery. Susie’s other extraordinary paintings can be seen at Pryor Fine Art in Atlanta, GA. For further information about Susie and her work, HP UP XXX QSZPSmOFBSU DPN
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Ten Questions with
Winnie Brown by David Miller
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n doing a ten questions segment for Cabin and Cove magazine we thought JU XPVME CF HPPE UP mOE TPNFPOF XIP had a long association with Rabun County and its lakes. When we learned that such a person was available to speak with us, we jumped at the opportunity. The person we found is Winnie Brown who has a long and storied history with Lake Rabun. Not only does she have a long association with the lake, she also knows the people of the region like the back of her hand. It is for those reasons we were delighted when she agreed to our Ten Question interview.
s time passed, Winnie went off to college and her lake visits declined, but in 1950 her father and mother were thinking of buying a home in Highlands, North Carolina but as events would have it, they ended up purchasing a home on Lake Rabun. It is that same home that Winnie lives in today. As a lifelong visitor and now permanent resident on Lake Rabun, Winnie has memories of lake life that are vivid and deep with detail. She has memories of dirt roads, childhood friends, learning to ski, trips to Minnehaha falls and even the discovery of a still. Many of her recollections are of a simpler time when the lake population was small and neighbors knew each other and watched out for each other. It was a time when it literally took most of the day for her family to get from Atlanta to the lake.
Winnie Brown is an example of what being a southern lady is all about. She exudes the southern grace and charm of her native city Atlanta, Georgia. Her life as an only child includes unforgettable times she spent at Lake Rabun.
Today, Winnie is enjoying her golden years at her home on the lake where we were invited to visit. As our interview began two things became clear; one is her astonishing grasp of lake history, the other is her obvious love of the lake.
At the age of nine, in the late 1930’s, Winnie had the opportunity to come to the lake for long stays with her Aunt Alvern Prescott who had a home there. Later In her high school years she not only stayed with her aunt, she also enjoyed summer time with best friend Nan Raines whose parents also had a lake home. Between the two places, she virtually spent entire summers at Lake Rabun
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Cabin and Cove: What makes the lake special to you?
Winnie Brown: Basically the people and the camaraderie available at Lake Rabun. We have an active association and newcomers can join in and pretty soon they are not newcomers anymore. They are part of the community. Lake Rabun is a community. I belong to a group that meets once a week. I am the oldest; the youngest is forty. Age does not matter up here! C&C: What is the most important thing you get from lake living? WB: It is the tranquility. I can sit on the dock and I am literally at peace. It is something magical. I don’t even like going to Atlanta anymore. I have best friends here and I just don’t want to leave. C&C: What keeps you here? WB: It is the inter-community relationships. I feel now that I’ve been here forever and I feel a part of not just Lake Rabun but the entire community. C&C: What was your biggest challenge of Lake Living? WB: I remember when I was young that it took all day to get here from Atlanta. We would leave early in the morning and not get here until late afternoon. We would stop for lunch. The highways were not developed and it really took all day. C&C: What do you think of the development of the lake? WB: Well it’s gotten awfully big. I mean there’s not much room to build anymore. I loved it when it was not as crowded. C&C: What is an outstanding memory you have from your childhood lake experience? WB: When I was able to ski on a slalom
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ski. I still have my ski. It was much heavier than skis of today. It was exciting to jump the waves. Sometimes three of us would ski behind the boat at one time. It was just very exciting. C&C: "OZ PUIFS TJHOJmDBOU DIJMEIPPE NFNPSJFT DPNF UP mind? WB: One thing I remember is that I almost fell down Minnehaha falls. I had a friend with me and we were climbing the falls. There was no path at the time. We got to the top and started back down. My friend slipped and grabbed my towel and I almost went down! C&C: What is your favorite adult memory of lake living? WB: I discovered a still once. I was pulling my kids up the narrows and would go by this one place where I noticed UIJT CPBU XJUI UXP mTIFSNFO JO JU mTIJOH * TBJE UIBU T OJDF UIFZ SF mTIJOH *U TNFMMFE MJLF UIFZ XFSF IBWJOH B QBSUZ ZPV could really smell the liquor. I’d go back and get somebody else on the skis and the TBNF UXP mTIFSNFO XFSF JO UIF TBNF QMBDF 5IJT XFOU PO most of the day. Then later I went to the old Hall’s Boathouse for gas. I walked up the ramp and I saw Glen Smith and I started to say to him - Glen, the funniest thing – I’ve been pulling the kids all day up the narrows and these TBNF UXP mTIFSNFO IBWF CFFO mTIJOH JO TBNF QMBDF BMM day, and they must be having a wing ding of a party cause you could really smell liquor. #FGPSF * DPVME mOJTI IF HSBCCFE NZ TIJSU BOE QVMMFE NF into a storage room and shut the door. He said, “Winnie! Be quiet! The revenuers’ are sitting out here and they are looking for that still! Don’t you be the one that discovered it because they will burn your house down! So I shut up!� C&C: What is the biggest change you have seen in your years of lake living? WB: One of the biggest changes is the fact that many who came to the lake for just weekends have made the lake their permanent home! A lot of people like me don’t go anywhere else, we love it here. C&C 8IP XBT NPTU JOnVFOUJBM JO ZPVS MJGF WB: .Z GBUIFS * XBT BO POMZ DIJME BOE IF XBT BO JOnVence. He was a very gentle and kind person. He advised me; I would never have done anything that he would not BQQSPWF CFDBVTF PG IJT JOnVFODF PO NF C&C: If you could speak to anyone living or not who would it be? WB: I would like to talk to my father and mother. When my daughter was young she had a horse riding accident that we thought the lasting effects might create problems if she had children. Later when she married and got pregnant it was a terrible concern to me. On my way to the hospital when she was about to deliver, I prayed that daddy could be there to help. When my daughter delivered and we were called in and when I saw the baby I said “OH that baby is perfect! Everything is perfect!� I told my daughter that I was so excited and I had to go to the cemetery and tell mother and daddy! She said you don’t have to. They were here. They saw the baby. I thought she must be dreaming! But I think after all she was right, they were there. I would like to talk to them to say I’m glad they were there.
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A Young Life on Lake Rabun Challenges Generate Golden Memories by David Miller
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here’s no debate that lake living is full of beauty, serenity, and best of all it’s a wonderful world where technology and modern building skills have made the living easy. But it was not always that way. In the 1960’s beauty and tranquility was certainly a part of the lure of the lakes but in truth, there were challenges when it came to the availability of technology and modern conveniences. For early residents, roads were especially tricky because the steep and winding roads were usually poorly maintained - if at all. When rains came, some lake roads went to mud and when snow or ice appeared travel was impossible.
about 1965 daddy got with Fred Worley who ran one of the marinas on Lake Rabun. Fred and his brother Glynn speculated on land and they owned shoreline property on Lake Rabun.
is one of his major memories. Scott said, “The roads were still bad when we moved in and daddy had a four-wheel drive Scout, but it wasn’t always able to make it up the road.
Fred was a genuine character that always wore a khaki top and bottom along with a captain’s hat like on Gilligan’s Island. He kept a gun on the front seat of his car and chewed and spit tobacco. First time I met him, I remember us piling in his Mercury Marquis to look at property on the backside of the lake. The road was bad and we rode around with his car wheels spinOJOH BOE mTIUBJMJOH VQ UIF NVEEZ SPBE
Daddy bought me a fourteen - foot aluminum john-boat with a nine and a half horsepower Evinrude motor. I thought it was the greatest thing in the world. That’s how I got to the school bus every morning to catch the bus at 7:00AM. At that time of the morning it was still dark so with a nBTIMJHIU BOE NZ CPBU * E OBWJHBUF UP UIF marina to meet the school bus. The trip was a mile each way and I made it every school day in good weather or in weather that might be windy, rainy, foggy, snowy or icy. I went to school that way until I could drive, and even then I’d leave my car at the marina and go to and from the house in the boat.
%JGmDVMU SPBET XFSF KVTU POF of the challenges residents and visitors encountered in those days. There were other obstacles too, like acquiring services, supplies, communications and more. Although some of the impediments were sigOJmDBOU NBOZ DPVME OPU SFsist the lure of the lake and they found ways to conquer the hurdles with ingenuity, stamina and downright determination so they could have a slice of paradise. Ed Poss, his wife Mary George, daughter Jamie and son Scott were one of those families that could not resist the lure of the lake and they made regular weekend trips to camp at Lake Rabun. Scott was the youngest of the family and has experienced a lifetime on the lake, so we asked him to share some of his recollections of growing up on Lake Rabun.
He showed daddy a lot that had over twohundred feet of lakefront. The lot went for BSPVOE UIJSUZ UXP IVOESFE BOE mGUZ EPMMBST Then he took us over to a lot on the front side of the lake at Dobbs point (now the Carroll property) that went for eight thousand. Daddy said “no way� to the eight thousand and bought the other lot.
i.Z mSTU MBLF NFNPSJFT BSF GSPN XFFLends we spent at the Lake Rabun Beach Campground,� Scott said. “We had the campground, the lake and our bicycles. Occasionally someone with a boat would take us out and we thought it was great.
Later Daddy got with Hoyt Ramey a local builder and he built us a two story three bedroom cabin for somewhere around eight to nine-thousand. So for around eleven thousand or so, we had a home on the lake. We moved in permanently about ’69.�
The lake had a lot of boat houses and mother thought we should have one. In
As Scott grew up on the lake, he recalls that the daily activity of going to school
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Boats and barges were used all the time back then to ferry material to build homes as well as ferry people and food to their homes. And for us, sometimes if daddy couldn’t make it back home on the bad roads, he’d honk the horn and the sound would carry over the lake and we would know to go get him in the boat. Life on the lake was great and left me with more memories than I can count. Even with some challenges it was a great life. In 1975, my senior year, daddy bought a farm and we moved from the lake but I used the place a lot and it’s the stuff you never forget.� Today Scott Poss and his wife Pat are parents of two sons, Jordan and Nicolaus and daughter Meredith. Scott is a longtime realtor with the mission of showing others the advantage of the lure of the mountains and lakes and creating their own golden memories.
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the middle of the garden. There were geese as well as chickens. It was a good life. The Cherokee Indians inhabited this area before the whites found gold and other minerals in abundance. Edley and Tillman Powell were some of the mSTU TFUUMFST BOE XFSF WFSZ BDtive in politics. They, along with other Powell families living in this area, make it understandable that it was once called Powellsville. Later, around 1820, Jeremiah and Edy Burton moved to Rabun County from South Carolina. The Burtons acquired large acreage along the Tallulah River and later built a store, which at one time also housed the post PGmDF -BUFS JU XBT QMBDFE PO B map as being on the east side of the river in a separate building.) Jeremiah was responsible for CVJMEJOH UIF mSTU CSJEHF BDSPTT the Tallulah River at this point near his store. The bridge was just above the point where Timpson Creek and Dicks Creek entered the Tallulah River. The iron bridge was built in 1902. Creeks and roads in the painting have signs on them. John Burton, the eldest of Jeremiah’s children along with his brother, later operated their by Mary George Poss father’s store. There were three generations of Burtons to live Long-time Rabun County resident and artist Mary George Poss has in her portfolio a painting of here and the town took its name the town of Burton. She conducted a great amount of research and worked from actual photos from them. and town maps to create this painting. What follows is her recollections about the time she spent Jeremiah and Edy had eight getting ready to put brush to canvas. children. We don’t have the history of all the families from this union; only of John who marife in the town of Burton along the side building with feeding troughs along ried Sarah Whitmire about 1862 or 1863. east and west sides of the Tal- the outside. She recalled recreation after And according to available information, lulah River was lush, prosperous school, when the children were allowed to soon afterwards John enlisted in the and idyllic from its beginning in ride the steers and play tag by placing a Confederate Army. He served in Captain the early 1800’s, to the time of its removal rag on a fence post as they rode by. She Price’s company until April 1865. When in 1917. It was the largest community in told of them killing hogs or sheep, cook- IF SFUVSOFE IPNF IJT mSTU DIJME 8JMMJBN Rabun County, GA and the prosperity of ing the meat outside then canning and C. Burton, was 10 months old. John Burits people is evident by the rather large storing it in jars, so cold weather was not ton died in February 1922 at his home houses along the river. always used for preserving the meat. We in Clarkesville. His death must not have Photographs gathered from the Georgia have all heard of having to have the cold been long after his move. Many of the families, who evacuated from Archives, research by other individuals, weather for “hog-killing� time. and maps of the era give some idea of Each child, I was told, took their jar of milk the town of Burton, it is reported, moved what life was like 100 years ago, before to school and placed it in a covered spring to Habersham County. John reportedly Burton was a lake. Additional information in the school yard. They played ball in the was a talented man who built a turning on life in Burton was provided by Mrs. nBU BSFB PG UIF ZBSE 5IF CBMM XBT NBEF PG lathe that was powered by a foot treadle. Louise Keller, gathered from her mother cloth of many colors and sewed together His talents included building spinning wheels, hand loom cider wells, wheels, Willie Blalock Elliott. And further, and so with lots of stitching. important, was my time sitting and listen- On Sunday each family took dinner to furniture, a grain mill it was said “to grind ing to Mrs. Elliott tell of her experience liv- church in homemade baskets. She re- DPBSTF PS mOF XJUI UIF BCJMJUZ UP BEKVTU GPS ing there as a child. members there was a waterfall across the a grind that was just right for stills� (before Her remembrances included taking cow road from their house, which they used this was illegal). hides on horseback (not knowing what for refrigeration and tucked their food Sam Burton a great-grandson of John and they were really for) to Tiger to be tanned; behind it in the rocks. She talked of their a great, great-grandson of Jeremiah was her job of gathering in the sheep and feed- large garden, with all kinds of vegetables GFBUVSFE JO UIF 'PYmSF CPPL BMPOH XJUI ing them at the sheep’s cote, a small, out- BOE UIF CFBVUJGVM nPXFST SVOOJOH EPXO many photos and extensive coverage.
The Town of Burton Under-the-Lake The Time and Town Before
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On both sides of the Tallulah River and continuing out Timpson and Dicks Creeks and also south of Burton along Wildcat and Moccasin were with many homesteads with such recognizable names as Derrick, Burton, Powell, Foster, Philyaw, Blalock, York, Burrell, Lovell, Stonecypher, Smith, Tilly, McClain, Chastain, Owens, Tyler and Arrendale. The bottom lands were some of the best for growing crops of corn, soybeans, some tobacco, garden vegetables, fruits and walnut groves. The syrup mill is remembered with the mules pulling the grinding machine. There were sheep, cows, hogs, chickens and wild game for meat. *U XBT BNB[JOH UP mOE TFWFSBM TUPSFT JO such a small radius, but we must remember that transportation was not as it is today. Aside from the expected merchants and teachers, Burton boasted a population of carpenters, coopers, blacksmiths, surveyors, leather craftsmen, saw millers, a cattle dealer, a justice of the peace, a gunsmith, miners and pastors, just to name a few. In most writings the school was held in the church building. However, in information passed along, the school is said to IBWF CFFO JO B MPOH nBU CVJMEJOH "U POF time there were both Baptist and Methodist churches and a separate school called the Tallulah Academy. According to statistics the academy, in 1857, had 148 students enrolled – the largest enrollment in the county. In 1913 the two teachers were Miss May Wikle and Mr. J.E. Ledford. The
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school had maps, blackboards, about 100 books and 50 desks. There were seven grades. The county school board allotted $400.00 annually and parents paid $5.00 for each child. This was true in 1939; we don’t know the arrangement in previous years. Traveling, even what we would consider a fairly short distance, took a long time, often requiring lodging. The Blalock’s home was also a boarding house for those traveling through the area. 8IFO * mSTU CFHBO EPJOH TPNF IJTUPSJDBM paintings, I went to the Georgia Archives as a start for obtaining photos of the area. "NPOH UIF mSTU * GPVOE o BQQSPYJNBUFMZ 20 years ago – was one of a rather large house. Written on the photo was “The Derrick Houseâ€?. Over the years I have tried to place this house in Clayton, knowing that the Derricks lived here. I tried by matching surrounding terrain, landmarks, directions of light, but was unable to locate its placement. It was only when doing research for i#VSUPOw EJE * mOE UIBU JU XBT MPDBUFE JO this community. Let me lead you through the painting‌ The house that is near the left side of the print, with a cemetery nearby, is the Stonecyphers’ home. The bodies were exhumed from the graves and moved to higher ground before the lake rose. The Derrick’s house is near the road on the west side of the river, near Dicks Creek and nearest the Clarkesville sign.
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Next is the Burton store with its AmeriDBO nBH EFOPUJOH UIF QPTU PGmDF UIBU XBT once there. The Burton house is next door. The road to the left goes up to and by the church / school, and then leads over the hills to Hiawassee. There is also a cemetery beside the church and the covered spring in the yard. It is said that the water rose more rapidly than expected and the TUFFQMF PG UIF DIVSDI XBT TFFO nPBUJOH for a couple of years. Continuing on the road near the Tallulah River, still on the west side, is the Cicero Blalock house. This was the family of Willie Blalock Elliott and their barns and a saw mill were here as well. 0O UIF FBTU TJEF mSTU JT UIF 'PTUFS IPVTF and the Foster & Derrick Store. At one time the Derricks had a store on their side of the river; later they evidently merged with the Fosters. 5IFSF JT UIF QPTU PGmDF BOE GVSUIFS UIF grist mill and other houses and farms on that side. Some artistic license had to be taken as the community, although thickly-settled, was also spread out. Trees, of course, had to be removed for houses, stores, the river, creeks and the roads to be seen. This was a most interesting and involved project, taking about two years. The most rewarding part of it all, as always, was sitting and talking with the people, hearing them reminisce, getting to know them and the life that was Burton. Many thanks to all who so generously shared.
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CHERRY AND BLUE CHEESE TOASTS Serves 8 1 green onion thinly sliced 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 package of frozen dark, sweet pitted cherries, thawed in a bowl 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons honey Ÿ teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary dash of salt dash of teaspoon 2 cups loosely packed arugula or spinach or half and half of each 16 Ÿ� slices of French bread, toasted 1 8-ounce blue cheese thinly sliced – or goat cheese SautÊ onion in hot oil over medium heat 2 to 3 minutes or until tender. Add cherries (and any liquid that has accumulated in the bowl) and vinegar, honey, rosemary, salt and pepper. Cook; stirring occasionally 8 – 10 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes. Divide greens among bread slices. Top with cherry mixture and 1 cheese slice.
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£ DVQ TJGUFE QMBJO nPVS 1½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon pepper 1 12-ounce beer- light or dark, regular or lite 16 pieces of chicken – any combination of pieces that your crew will eat Canola oil $PNCJOF nPVS TBMU BOE QFQQFS JO B NFEJVN CPXM #FBU JO beer with a wire whisk until mixture is smooth. Let stand 30 minutes. Pour enough oil into large skillet or sauce pan to a depth of 1 inch. Heat oil to 375° (if you don’t have a thermometer, drop a cube of bread into the hot oil and it should turn golden within a minute.) Dip chicken into beer batter, allowing excess to drain back into bowl. Fry chicken, turning once, for 30 minutes or until chicken tests done. Place on paper towels to drain. Keep warm in a 250° oven until all chicken is cooked.
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PARMESAN POTATO SALAD Serves 6 – 8 4 cups cooked potatoes, diced 4 hard boiled eggs, chopped ½ cup chopped celery Ÿ cup chopped onion Ÿ cup chopped bell pepper 8 slices bacon, fried and crumbled ž - 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese mayonnaise to moisten salt to taste Combine ingredients and mix lightly. Chill. Sprinkle with additional cheese.
GREEN SALAD WITH STRAWBERRY DRESSING Makes 2 cups 1 cup mayonnaise ½ cup sour cream Ÿ cup confectioner’s sugar 2 fresh mint leaves ½ cup fresh strawberries, sliced Combine all ingredients in blender and blend until smooth. 6 cups of salad greens – spinach, spring mix or Romaine Assorted fruits – Mandarin orange sections, grapefruit sections, dried fruits or melons Arrange greens and your choice of fruits on salad plates. Drizzle desired amount of dressing on each plate. Top with nuts or Parmesan curls, if desired. PECAN BARS Serves 12 1 cup brown sugar DVQ TFMG SJTJOH nPVS 1 egg 1 cup chopped pecans Ÿ cup butter 1 teaspoon vanilla Preheat oven to 350°. Grease an 8� square pan. Mix all ingredients just until combined. Pour into prepared pan and bake for 15 – 20 minutes. Cool and cut into bars. THE BEST CHOCOLATE ICE CREAM EVER 12 1ž-ounce Milky Way candy bars, chopped 1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk About 3 quarts milk 1 5.5-ounce can chocolate syrup Combine candy and condensed milk in large saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly until candy melts. Cool, stirring occasionally. Add 1 quart milk to candy mixture. Beat until well blended. Pour mixture into freezer container of a 1 gallon ice cream freezer. Stir in chocolate syrup. Add enough NJML UP mMM DPOUBJOFS UP XJUIJO JODIFT PG UPQ 'SFF[F BDDPSEJOH to freezer directions.
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BOAT PICNICS
A Sunset Cruise, Food and You
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hat better way to spend a warm spring evening than on the water. No need to worry about ants, damp ground or buzzing bees. Pack your edibles, grab the cooler, load the boat and away we go. The easiest way to do “supper on the water� is to pack individual box meals – think boxes similar to old corsage boxes or small nBUT GSPN UIF MBSHF CPY TUPSFT JU JT TP NVDI OJDFS UP IBOE PVU UIF NFBMT XJUI everything the diner needs included. And it means that you the host and hostess can actually enjoy your meal without rummaging through the picnic basket looking for one more fork. These recipes travel well and there is something for everyone on board.
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HORSERADISH BEEF ROLL UPS Serves 5 1 8-ounce package cream cheese 2 tablespoons horseradish 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard w nPVS UPSUJMMBT o QMBJO TVOESJFE UPNBUP PS TQJOBDI Fresh spinach 10 slices thin deli roast beef 4 ounces shredded cheddar cheese Beat cream cheese, horseradish and mustard until smooth. Spread about 3 tablespoons cream cheese mixture on each tortilla. Arrange 5 or 6 spinach leaves over cheese mixture. Place 2 slices roast beef over spinach; sprinkle with about 3 tablespoons cheese. Roll up tightly and wrap with plastic wrap. Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight. To serve cut each tortilla in half.
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1 cup sour cream ½ cup sugar Mix sugar and sour cream together. Put on top of cheesecakes and bake an additional 5 minutes. Let cheesecakes cool and refrigerate. Pack individual servings of everything into paper or plastic containers. Place single servings into boxes along with eating utensils and napkins. Pack all boxes into a large box, stock the cooler and board the boat; the sunset awaits you.
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A Taste of Georgia Host a true Georgia experience this summer.
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s the sun tilts away leaving trails of peachy afterglow on the horizon, a symphony of crickets begin the evening serenade. Friends gather dockside and the cocktail hour beckons. With this pitch perfect Georgia sunset on tap resist the urge to pull out a California Chardonnay and reach for something far better: a boutique, limited production, hand-crafted wine from Georgia. Really. Consider for a moment the tremendous leaps and bounds made by the Georgia wine industry over the years. The steep, well-drained hillsides in North Georgia are ideal for producing delicious juice. Indeed, our wines are nothing to sniff at anymore – and if you do you are surely missing out. Vintners have learned some valuable lessons about what works and what doesn’t. They’ve enlisted technical help from famed wine-growing regions and most of all they’ve put their heart and soul into an industry that scoffed at their efforts…only to surprise everyone. To add to the experience, we’ve put together an evening of Georgia enjoyment, course by course, with special suggestions on Georgia cheeses, meats and specialty items to pair with the Peach State’s mOFTU XJOFT 4P KVTU QVU BXBZ UIBU XFTU DPBTU XJOF GPS BOPUIFS EBZ tonight you’ve got a taste of Georgia on your mind. To Begin Tiger Mountain Winery grows a range of medal winners, most sigOJmDBOUMZ UIFZ BSF DVSSFOUMZ UIF POMZ (FPSHJB XJOFSZ JOWJUFE UP QBSUJDJpate in The Jefferson Cup Invitational Competition (a contest limited UP BQQSPYJNBUFMZ "NFSJDBO XJOFSJFT QSF TFMFDUFE GPS UIFJS mOF viticulture and winemaking). Their Petit Manseng wowed the critics, HBSOFSJOH DMBTTJmDBUJPO BT B A(SFBU 8JOF Wolf Mountain Winery has the distinction of winning over 100 medBMT JO NBKPS JOUFSOBUJPOBM DPNQFUJUJPOT JODMVEJOH (FPSHJB T mSTU FWFS gold medal in the prestigious San Francisco Chronicle and Los AnHFMFT *OUFSOBUJPOBM 8JOF $PNQFUJUJPOT 5IFZ BSF BMTP UIF mSTU (FPSgia winery to craft méthode traditionnelle (made in the same style as French Champagne) sparklers in Georgia (they actually produce four). The Brut Rosé is a 92 point Gold Medal winner without the Champagne price tag. Pour: Wolf Mountain’s 2010 Brut Rosé. Full of delicate, sunny effervescence with a whiff of toasted nuts and some mousse on the palate. At $27.95 it’s a steal of a sparkler. Tiger Mountain’s 2010 Petit Manseng, A playful wine, with a slightly m[[Z LJDL BOE BSPNBT PG GSFTI QJDLFE HSFFO BQQMF UIBU KVNQ PVU PG the glass. Serve: Most any appetizer; bubbles love food and generally play XFMM XJUI B SBOHF PG nBWPST 8F TVHHFTU Sallie’s Greatest Blue-
Blackstock Vineyards & Winery - 5452 Town Creek Road - Dahlonega, GA 30533 - 706.219.2789 - www.bsvw.com Frogtown Cellars - 3300 Damascus Church Road - Dahlonega, GA 30533 - 706.865.0687 - www.frogtownwine.com Tiger Mountain Winery - 2592 Old Highway 441 - Tiger, Georgia 30576 - 706.782.4777 - www.tigerwine.com Wolf Mountain Vineyards & Winery - 180 Wolf Mountain Trail - Dahlonega, GA 30533 - 706.867.9862 - www.wolfmountainvineyards.com Yonah Mountain Winery - 2454-B Highway 17 - Sautee, GA 30571 - 706.878.5522 - www.yonahmountainvineyards.com
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berry Lemon Thyme Jam over Sweetgrass Dairy’s goat cheese on toast points. www.salliesgreatest.com First Course Frogtown Winery has enjoyed an equally impressive year in the wine DPNQFUJUJPOT "GUFS XJOOJOH mWF HPME NFEBMT BU UIF 4BO %JFHP *Oternational Wine Competition and four more at the Critic’s Challenge International Wine Competition, Frogtown winemaker Craig Kritzer has attracted some critical attention. “It’s also worth noting,â€? explains Kritzer, “we competed in the highest price point category. We were up against some of the most expensive wines nationally and globally.â€? Among his stable of gold medal winners: Inclination white blend, Malbec, Marsanne, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Tannat and the unctuous Kritzer Family Reserve Merlot. Pour: Frogtown’s 2009 Inclination, a ripe, rich oak-aged blend of three white grapes: Chardonnay, Viognier and Vidal at $18.99 a bottle. Serve: Riverview Farms Berkshire pork sausage over creamy grits. Find their FarmMobile all over Atlanta, read the schedule here: www.grassfedcow.com. Main Course For years North Georgia producers believed their reds to be on par with the quality reds coming out of California. Eager to put their wine to the test, and settle the issue, the team at Yonah Mountain Winery invited several sommeliers and wine critics to a blind tasting. They put Yonah’s intense, rich red blend up against a few select Napa Cabernet Sauvignons and one cult Napa Cab. Critics and sommeliers, much to their own astonishment, scored Yonah the highest. The best part of this story is the price: Yonah Mountain’s Genesis red blend sells for about $36 a bottle. Indeed, the best feature of the North Georgia alternatives to California Cabernet is value. Pour: (Three Options) Yonah Mountain Genesis, 2006. The complex notes of mocha, spice and black fruits come from an alluring combination of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Mourvedre. $36 for a bottle. Frogtown’s Kritzer Family Reserve, 2006. This winery’s inaugural reserve label won a Gold Medal at the 2011 Critic’s Challenge and for good reason. Crafted from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon the heady notes of cherry, warm spice and mint play well food; $48.99 a bottle. Blackstock Vineyards ACE, 2006. This full-bodied red has gobs of dark cherry fruit, some plum and loads of warm spices on the nose, $24 a bottle. Serve: Will Harris’ Grass Fed Beef lacquered in Braswell’s Merlot Wine Sauce. (order online at www.braswells.com ) or coated in a salt/herb crust. Harris’ beef can be bought at: Buckhead Beef, 404.355.4400. 6RPHWKLQJ VZHHW RQ WKH Ă€QLVK Muscadine isn’t the only sweet wine made in Georgia. Winemakers have been experimenting with everything from Vidal ice wine to German styled demi-sec wines. The cooler North Georgia climate yields dessert wines with some nice acidity to keep things interesting. Top on our list is the fetching port-like offering from Blackstock Winery. Pour: Blackstock’s Touriga Dulce – A wine with some power, with the IFBEZ JOUFOTF GSVJUZ RVBMJUJFT PG 5PVSJHB mOJTIFE XJUI B UPVDI PG 4QBOJTI Mataro (14%). $18.00 a bottle. Serve: (PPE DJHBST $BDBP T XJDLFEMZ EBSL DIPDPMBUF USVGnF OPJS PS KVTU B mOJTI PG DBNFNCFSU BOE OVUT XXX DBDBP DPN :PV DBO USZ BOE mOE UIFTF XJOFT BU MPDBM QVSWFZPST CVU UIF CFTU QMBO JT to head out and pick them up at the winery. NOTE: Many of these wineries have addresses that do not appear on MapQuest; hence it is wise to DBMM BIFBE GPS TQFDJmD EJSFDUJPOT Article sponsored by Dovetail Homes
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Mountain Happenings Places to Go and Things to See by David Miller from 1931. Enjoy the view of the Soque River from the porch swing. Feed the huge trout while listening to the sounds of the soothing falls below. Watch a real potter at work and bring your camera along. Located at 9982 Highway 197 N, Clarkesville, GA 30523. 706.947.3440. www.markofthepotter.com. Smokey Mountain Center for the Performing Arts - is a 1,550 seat state-of-the-art facility that will enliven your artistic senses. Not only is the architecture outstanding, but there is something for everyone as a result of their family entertainment environment. They host plays, musicals, nationally know entertainers, dance and more. Located at 1028 Georgia Road in Franklin, NC, 28734, 828.524.1598. www. greatmountainmusic.com.
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hen you come to the lake you will likely have your time planned for skiing, picnicking or just hanging out. With that in mind Cabin and Cove magazine has compiled some of the places you might want to visit as well as mountain happenings that you may want to mark on your calendar. Georgia State Parks - Although it is hard to believe that anything can be more beautiful than the lakes don’t forget about the great Northeast Georgia State Parks. The parks in our region are equally as beautiful as the lakes (although it’s a different kind of beauty) and offer some great opportunities for park exploration and activities. For a complete rundown of state parks in our region Google Northeast Georgia State Parks. Willows Pottery - Appropriate for all ages - Select your favorite unpainted piece of potter and go to town. Let those artistic KVJDFT nPX HVJEFE CZ TUBGG XIFO OFFEed. Located at 7275 South Main Street, Helen, GA 30545 – 706.878.1344. www. thewillowspottery.com.
Jaemor Farms – enjoy their produce market, complete with fresh produce, jams and jellies, homemade sauces and visit their pie kitchen for fried pies of any kind! In the fall (beginning in early September) experience the Johnny Appleseed corn NB[F o POF PG UIF BSFB T mOFTU -PDBUFE at 5340 Cornelia Highway (Hwy 365) Alto, GA 30510, 770.869.3999. www.jaemorfarms.com. Promenade of the Arts - Indoor artisan village offering local and regional musical performances located at Highway 441 North, Mountain City, GA. www.promenadofthearts.com. Sunburst Stables - Whether you want to SADDLE – PADDLE - PEDAL or ZIP - Sunburst Stables has cornered the market in family fun. From horseback riding to the most challenging and exciting zip-lines to boating adventures, there is a package for everyone! They also offer boys and girls camps which run June through July. For additional information visit www.sunburststables.com Sunburst Stables is located at 3181 Highway 255- Clarkesville, GA 30523, 706.947.RIDE or 800.806.1953.
Mark of the Potter – Enjoy a step back in time visiting Grandpa Watts’ original mill
LaPrades Marina – Rent a boat, feed the ducks, catch some rays on the deck or enjoy a fantastic dinner at the Chophouse Restaurant Also July 7th join the fun at the Earl Patton Duct Tape Regatta at LaPrades located at 25 Shoreline Trail, Clarkesville, GA 30523, 800.806.1953. www.lapradesmarina.com.
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Fire & Light Glass Studio - A great place to experience glass art. Classes are offered for kids and adults alike. Located at 9788 Georgia Road – Otto, NC 28753. 828.349.4505. XXX mSFBOEMJHIUHMBTT DPN Hillside Orchard Farms is a great trip for the kids and adults. They offer a hay ride to the barnyard to pet the goats and see the donkeys, cows, pigs and rabbits. Pan for gems in their gem mine, pick berries and in the fall visit the corn maze. Located at Old 441 & Worley Creek Road South of Tiger, GA. 706.782.2776. www. hillsideorchard.com. )R[ÀUH 0XVHXP and Heritage Center – This is one for the entire family but the LJET XJMM FTQFDJBMMZ MPWF JU :PV XJMM mOE homes, tools, trades, crafts, and a look at the lifestyle of the all-but-vanished pioneer culture of the Southern Appalachian Mountains. For location and the schedule PG ,JET )FSJUBHF %BZT HP UP XXX GPYmSF org. Tallulah Point Overlook offers an outstanding view of the Tallulah Gorge and BO PVUTUBOEJOH HJGU TIPQ mMMFE XJUI OPTUBMgia. Located at 940 Tallulah Gorge Scenic Loop – Tallulah Falls, GA. www.tallulahpoint.com Blue Ridge Music is a great place for kids to learn to play almost any instrument. Lessons are offered and instruments are for sale in their showroom. Located at 629 Duggan Hill Drive, Clayton, GA 30525, 706.782.9852. www.blueridgemusicacademy.com. Dillard House Stables - offers riding lessons and they have adorable animals in their petting zoo. Kids can enjoy a pony ride while the bigger kids go on a guided trail ride through the mountains and streams. Then the entire family can enjoy dinner at the historic Dillard House Restaurant. Located at 768 Franklin Street, Dillard, GA 30537, 706.746.5348. www. dillardhouse.com. ink – Especially for the little ones, this interactive neighborhood for kids is an educational oasis for full blown fun! Discover ink and learn to play. Located at 999 Chestnut Street SE, Gainesville, GA, 770.536.1900. www.inkfun.org Arts and Crafts For great arts and craft shows in the mountains visit www.robinrobertspromotions.com. Fireworks on the Lakes - Don’t forget BCPVU UIF mSFXPSLT PO -BLF #VSUPO BOE -BLF 3BCVOÞ -BLF 3BCVO mSFXPSLT BSF PO +VMZ TU -BLF #VSUPO mSFXPSLT BSF PO June 30th.
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June 8th - 10th Northeast Georgia 2012 Arts Tour Throughout Northeast Georgia Info: www.artstour.org HABERSHAM COUNTY
May 4th / June 1st July 6th / August 3rd First Fridays Music Pickin’ on the Porch Sautee Village, Sautee Info: 706.878.0144
May 4th Friday Night Flicks Pitts Park, Clarkesville Info: 706.754.2220
May 5th Winefest Habersham Winery, Helen Info: 706.878.9463
May 4th March of Dimes - March for Babies Pitts Park, Clarkesville Info: 706.754.2220
May 5th / June 2nd July 7th / August 14th Guest Artist Show & Reception GHAA Arts & Fine Crafts, Helen Info: 706.892.1033 www.experiencegeorgiaarts.org
May 16th - 19th 50th Annual Mountain Laurel Festival Carnival Pitts Park, Clarkesville Info: 706.754.2220 May 19th 50th Annual Mountain Laurel Festival Clarkesville Info: 706.754.2220 June 1st Friday Night Flicks Last Day of School Bash Pitts Park, Clarkesville Info: 706.754.2220 June 8th - 10th, 14th - 16th Production: “Dearly Beloved” Habersham Community Theatre Clarkesville Info: 706.839.1315 www.habershamtheater.org June 16th Homemade Jam Live Music at Pitts Park Clarkesville Info: 706.754.2220 July 13th Friday Night Flicks Pitts Park, Clarkesville Info: 706.754.2220 July 26th - 29th / August 2nd - 5th Production: “A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline” Habersham Community Theatre Clarkesville Info: 706.839.1315 www.habershamtheater.org
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May 8th / July 10th / August 14th 2nd Tuesday History of Helen Event Helen Arts & Heritage Center in Helen Info: 706.878.3933 www.helenarts. org May 12th, 26th / June 9th, 23rd July 14th, 28th / August 11th, 25th Tour de la Cave & Barrel Tasting Yonah Mountain Vineyards, Sautee Info: 706.878.5522 May 12th / June 9th July 14th / August 11th Second Saturdays Habersham Winery, Helen Info: 706.878.9463 May 18th - 19th Southern Worthersee VW Audi Show Helendorf River Inn, Helen Info: 706.878.2271 May 19th / June 16th July 21st / August 18th Swinging in the Vines Music Series Sautee Nacoochee Vineyards Sautee Info: 706.878.1056, 706.878.0542
July 4th 4th of July Gift for Children Babyland General Cleveland Info: 706.865.2171 July 4th Annual Fireworks at Dusk Alpine Village Shoppes, Helen Info: 706.878.2181 July 5th - 8th, 12th - 15th, July 19th - 22nd Headwaters Community Story Play SNCA, Sautee Info: 706.88.3300 July 27th 8th Annual Show and Shine for Cystic Fibrosis Open Car Show Helen Info: 706.795.2264, 706.878.2181
at Smithgall Woods Helen Info: 706.878.3087 May 19th / June 16th July 21st / August 18th Youth Fishing Day at Buck Shoals May 19th Kids’ Day at the Park June 4th, 25th / July 30th Georgia Master Naturalist June 12th - 15th Mad Science Camp June 27th - 29th Junior Ranger Camp July 28th Botanical Preparations I August 11th Botanical Preparations II
May 26th Bavarianfest Helen Festhalle, Helen Info: 706.878.1908
August 25th Gold Fever
May 26th 23rd Annual Pig Out Barbecue SNCA, Sautee Info: 706.878.3300, 706.878.9349
at Unicoi State Park, Helen Info: 1.800.573.9659 May 3rd - 6th Georgia Mountain Birdfest
August TBA Antique Car Show Clarkesville Info: 706.754.2220
May 31st - June 2nd 39th Annual Helen to the Atlantic Hot Air Balloon Race in Helen Info: 706.878.2271
August 10th Back to School Bash / Flicks Pitts Park, Clarkesville Info: 706.754.2220
June 9th Twelve Rivers Art Festival SNCA, Sautee Info: 706.878.3300
May 26th & each Saturday thru mid November Saturday Evening Music Concert Series
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June 18th - 22nd, 25th - 29th Youth Art Camp Helen Arts & Heritage Center Helen Info: 706.878.3933 www.helenarts. org
May 26th - 27th & each weekend till mid November Visiting Artist Series
May 1st & Each Tuesday & Friday thru September 11th Bingo Helen Festhalle, Helen Info: 706.878.1908
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June 11th - 15th Family Camp
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July 4th July 4th Mountain Style July 27th Folk Life Traditions
May 5th & each Saturday Evening till November Tallulah Falls Bluegrass on the Square Tallulah Falls Info: 706.782.5113
RABUN COUNTY May 4th / June 1st July 6th / August 3rd First Friday Fest Downtown Clayton www.downtownclaytonga.org May 4th / June 1st July 6th / August 3rd Open Mic Night The Promenade of the Arts Mountain City Info: 706.982.4162 May 4th - 5th / June 3rd - 4th July 3rd - 4th / August 1st - 2nd August 31st - September 1st Full Moon Hike Tallulah Gorge State Park Tallulah Falls Info: 706.754.7981 May 5th Awakening of the Vines Tiger Mountain Vineyards Tiger Info: 706.782.4777 May 5th & each Saturday through November 17th Simply Homegrown Clayton City Hall Complex in Clayton Info: www.simplyhomegrown.org
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May 12th Spring Farm Day Hillside Orchard Farms Lakemont / Wiley Info: 706.782.4995 May 18th - 19th Lakemont Art & Antiques Walk Lakemont Info: www.historiclakemontvillage. com May 18th / June 15th July 20th / August 17th Songwriters’ Showcase The Promenade of the Arts Mountain City Info: 706.982.4162
June 8th - 9th 6th Annual Flower & Liturgical Arts Festival St. James Episcopal Church Clayton Info: 706.782.6179 June 22nd - 24th 1st Annual Chattooga River Festival Various locations in Rabun County, GA & Longcreek, SC www.chattoogariverfestival.com July 7th Art at the Lake Lake Rabun Pavilion Lakemont Info: 706.782.5113 July 13th - 15th, 20th - 22nd “The Miss Firecracker Contest” The North Georgia Community Players Dillard Playhouse, Dillard Info: 706.212.2500 www.ngcommunityplayers.com
May 19th - 20th Warrior Dash / Southeast Blue Ridge Camp & Resort Mountain City Info: 773.770.6032 May 28th Family Fun Day Rabun County Recreation Dept. Tiger Info: 706.782.5113 June 1st - 2nd 2nd Annual Bar W Rodeo
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July 21st Annual Clayton Crawl Downtown Clayton Info: www.claytoncrawl.org August 3rd - 4th Dillard BBQ & Bluegrass Festival & Georgia State Championship Barbeque Cook-off Dillard Info: www.dillardbbq.org
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TOWNS COUNTY May 11th, 18th / June 1st, 8th July 6th, 13th / August 3rd Extreme Planets Rollins Planetarium Young Harris College, Young Harris Info: 706.379.5195 May 12th - 13th Mother’s Day Arts & Craft Show Brasstown Valley Resort Young Harris Info: 706.379.9900 (Continued on 26)
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May 12th - 13th Spring Garden Tour 2012 Hiawassee & Young Harris Areas Info: 706.896.4966, 1.800.984.1543 June 9th - 10th The Ridges Landing Arts & Crafts Celebration The Ridges Resort & Marina Hiawassee Info: 706.897.6179 August 25th - 26th Young Harris Art Festival Mayors Park, Young Harris Info: 706.897.6179
at The Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds in Hiawassee Info: 706.896.4191 www.georgiamountainfairgrounds. com May 4th - 5th BMW Motorcycle Rally May 18th - 19th 2012 Green Egg Fest June 14th - 16th Shriners’ Summer Ceremonial June 18th “Happy Together Tour” 25th Anniversary in Concert June 23rd Vince Gill in Concert
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July 3rd Independence Day Fireworks July 20th - 29th 62nd Annual Georgia Mountain Fair August 9th -11th Moonshine Cruiz-In UNION COUNTY May 26th - 27th Spring Arts in the Park The Art Center, Blue Ridge Info: 706.632.2144 May 5th / June 2nd July 7th / August 4th Cruise-In on the Square Blairsville Info: 877.745.5789 May 10th / June 14th July 12th / August 9th Shape Note Singing Practice Old Union County Courthouse Blairsville Info: 706.745.5493 May 21st - 22nd Spring Arts & Crafts Festival Downtown Blairsville Info: 706.994.4837 May 26th - 27th 5th Annual Spring Arts & Crafts Festival Downtown Blairsville Info: 706.994.4837
June 8th - 10th Blairsville Scottish Festival & Highland Games Blairsville Info: 877.745.5789 www.blairsvillescottishfestival.org July 21st - 22nd 13th Annual Butternut Creek Festival Meeks Park, Blairsville Info: 877.745.5789 at the Blue Ridge Community Theater in Blue Ridge Info: 706.632.9223 May 10th - 13th, 17th - 20th, May 24th - 27th “A Murder is Announced” August 16th - 18th, 23rd - 25th August 30th - 31st “The Fox on the Fairway” at The Art Center in Blue Ridge Info: www.blueridgearts.net May 4th - 6th Spring Plein Aire Event June 26th / July 3rd - 26th Summer Youth Art Camp June 30th July 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th August 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th The Art of Toneeke Runinwater Henderson
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August 4th, 18th, 25th SAAG 3D Art Exhibit CLAY COUNTY, NC May 11th - 12th Chamber Yard Sale Hayesville Info: 828.389.3704 May 19th 2nd Annual SABA Century Bicycle Ride Clay County Courthouse Hayesville Info: 828.837.1945 May 26th Memorial Day Parade on the Square in Hayesville Info: 828.389.3704 June 30th - July 1st Settawig Art Fest Brasstown Community Center Brasstown - Info: 706.897.6179 July 4th Parade on the Square in Hayesville Info: 828.389.3704 July 13th - 15th Festival on the Square Hayesville Info: 828.389.3704 August 18th - 19th Sportsman Show Hayesville Info: 828.389.3704
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May 4th Concert - Singing Tree Concerts in the Park Downtown Hayesville Info: 828.389.3704 May 25th Susan Riley and the Junction Band June 29th Paul Constantine July 20th My Highway July 27th Irons in the Fire
May 11th Annual Spring Handbell Concert Brasstown Ringers May 25th Concert - Loringa Jones
July 13th - 15th Highlands Motoring Festival Highlands Info: 828.526.5841
MACON COUNTY, NC May 6th North Georgia Children’s Chorus Highlands United Methodist Church in Highlands Info: 828.526.3376
August 24th Steve Phillips and the Midnight Express
May 11th - 13th 11th Annual Mother’s Day Gemboree Macon County Community Building Franklin - Info: 828.524.3161
at the Peacock Playhouse Hayesville Info: 828.389.2787 May 26th The Nashville Songwriters’ Tour
May 12th Airing of the Quilts
June 30th Concert - Zydeco T
June 22nd - 24th History Live - A Walk in the Park Martin Lipscomb Performing Arts Center in Highlands Info: 828.526.5841, 828.526.2112
July 28th Concert - Callaghan at the John C. Campbell Folk School Brasstown Info: 828.837.2775, 800.FOLK.SCH
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July 13th - 15th 2012 Mountains in Bloom Garden Festival at The Bascom, Highlands Info: 828.526.4949 July 20th - 21st 7th Annual Franklin Folk Festival Downtown Franklin Info: 828.369.7411 July 26th - 29th 47th Annual Macon County Gemboree Macon County Community Building in Franklin Info: 866.372.5546
Throughout Macon County Info: 866.372.5546
July 4th 4th of July Parade Downtown Franklin Info: 866.372.5546
July 4th 4th of July Fireworks in the Park Macon County Veterans’ Memorial Recreational Park Franklin Info: 866.372.5546
August 10th - 11th 4th Annual Mountain High BBQ Festival & Car Show Macon County Fairgrounds Franklin Info: 866.372.5546 MountainHighBBQFestival.com at the Smoky Mountain Center for Performing Arts
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Franklin, NC Info: 877.415.7315, 828.524.1598 www.GreatMountainMusic.com May 3rd Hotel California “A Salute to the Eagles” May 11th Tenth Avenue North Concert May 18th Little Texas & Restless Heart August 4th Natalie Grant in Concert
at the Highlands Playhouse Highlands Info: 828.526.2695 www.highlandsplayhouse.org May 25th - 28th Concert by Libby Whitemore June 14th - 18th i5IF 4QJUmSF (SJMMw July 12th - 22nd “Walter Cronkite is Dead” July 26th - August 19th “Dames at Sea” August 31st - September 3rd Lindsey Alley performs “Lindsey Who?” Continued to page 28
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Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival Friday & Sunday Concerts at the Highlands Performing Arts Center, Highlands Saturday & Monday Concerts at the Albert Carlton Library in Cashiers Info: 828.526.9060 www.h-cmusicfestival.org June 13th Classical Jazz at the Farm Concert at the Farm at Old Edward’s Inn in Highlands
Lake Events LAKE EVENTS LAKE RABUN ASSOCIATION EVENTS Saturday, May 26th 8:00 AM LRA Trustees meeting Sunday, May 27th 10:00 AM LRA General membership meeting and brunch Friday, June 8th 9:00 AM Lake Cleanup Day
June 27th Picnic Concert in Cashiers at the Zachary-Tolbert House, Cashiers July 6th - 7th “Musical Fireworks�
Saturday, June 9th 9:00 AM Boater Safety Class with lunch Saturday, June 9th 5:00 PM Lakemont University
July 8th - 9th Beethoven, Brahms, Dvorak
Saturday, June 9th 7:00 PM Bingo
July 13th - 14th “All in the Family�
Saturday, June 16th 12:00 AM LRA Tour of Homes
July 15th - 16th “A Family Affair�
Friday, June 29th 8:00 AM Golf Tournament at The Orchard
July 20th - 21st “An Evening with Beethoven�
Saturday, June 30th 7:00 AM Rabun Ramble
July 22nd - 23rd “From Russia with Love� July 27th - 30th “The Erotica Trio� August 3rd - 6th “The French Connection� August 10th - 11th “Battle of the Bands Returns!� August 12th Gala Concert & Dinner Party
Saturday, June 30th 6:00 PM ##2 BOE UIF 'PYmSF #PZT Sunday, July 1st 11:00 AM Wooden Boat Parade Sunday, July 1st 9:00 PM Fireworks at Dusk Saturday, July 14th 5:00 PM Lakemont University Saturday, July 14th 7:00 PM Bingo Saturday, July 21st 7:00 PM LRA Beach Music Party Saturday, August 11th 5:00 PM Lakemont University Saturday, August 11th 7:00 PM Bingo Saturday, September 1st 8:00 AM LRA Trustees meeting Sunday, September 2nd 10:00 AM LRA General membership meeting Sunday, September 2nd 7:00 PM Dinner and Dancing
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LAKE BURTON CIVIC ASSOCIATION EVENTS May 20th Spring Board of Directors Meeting June 2nd 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Boating Safety Course Program presented by DNR Tallulah Gorge State Park For information call 770.535.5499 June 16th Annual Membership Meeting / Dinner / Bluegrass Party Laprade’s Marina Business Meeting – 5:30 PM to 6:00 PM Dinner and Bluegrass Party – 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM June 30th Approximately 9:30 PM (Rain date - July 1st) Fourth of July Fireworks (Not LBCA sponsored) July 7, 2012 Lake Burton Fun Run 2012 & 2nd Annual Earl Patton Duck Tape Regatta Moccasin Creek State Park to LaPrade’s Marina For addition information: www.lakeburtonfun.com & LaPrade’s Marina. (Not LBCA sponsored) July 21st Lake Burton Tour of Homes 'VOE SBJTFS GPS mSF EFQBSUNFOUT August 3rd 21st Annual LBCA Golf Tournament 'VOE SBJTFS GPS mSF EFQBSUNFOUT October 14th Fall Board of Directors Meeting November 1st Directory Information Request & Membership Statements Mailed December 31st Membership Dues for 2013 Must Be Paid Lake Burton Civic Association P.O. Box 1988 Clayton, GA 30525 Email: lbca@lbca.net www.lbca.net
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Mountains of Hope Rhapsody in Rabun 2012
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his year’s annual charity event Rhapsody in Rabun will benFmU UIF 4JE 8FCCFS .FNPrial Cancer Fund. The theme is “Mountains of Hope�. The Sid Weber Memorial Cancer Fund (SWMCF) was founded in memory of Sid Weber a long time Rabun resident who lost his battle with lymphoma. The organization works to meet the needs of Rabun County cancer patients and their families. Since the fund’s founding in 2005 it has provided aid to over 250 Rabun cancer patients and their families and has distributed more than $300,000 in aid. The SWMCF provides non medical aid such as: mortgages, rent, groceries, electric and gas bills. The fund can also provide gas cards, which enable patients to obtain medical care.
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Rhapsody President Timothy Butler and Sid Weber Memorial Cancer Fund President Helen Kleiber. In conjunction with the American Cancer Society the fund has set up “Road to Recovery�. Volunteers provide transportation to patients and a family member to doctor visits or treatment centers. The incident of cancer and the need for non-medical assistance has increased
Rhapsody will begin at 6:00 PM Monday, September 12th at the Rabun County Civic Center. Guests will be treated to food provided by local restaurants who donate the food to support the event. Besides the dinner, guests will enjoy dancing and music by the Sock Hops and a live and silent auction. It is a truly gala evening for a very worthy cause. A variety of individual and table reservations are available. For more information about Rhapsody please 706.490.1494. For more information about the Sid Weber Memorial Cancer Fund please call 706.746.3350.
Boat Church Worshiping on the Lake Lake Burton Lake Burton Boat Church is held each Sunday at the Moccasin Creek State Park pavilion at the west end of Moccasin Cove. Service begins at 9:00 AM and you can attend Boat Church by boat or car. The services are seasonal and are held from the mSTU 4VOEBZ JO "QSJM UP UIF MBTU 4VOEBZ JO 0DUPCFS For those coming by boat go to the pavilion at the Moccasin Creek State Park. For those coming by car, take Highway 76 West from Clayton to Highway 197 South (left turn) and go to the Moccasin Creek State Park (the park is on the left). Lake Rabun -BLF 3BCVO CPBU DIVSDI UBLFT QMBDF BU UIF CPBUIPVTF mSTU boathouse past Hall’s boathouse) on Lake Rabun every Sunday morning at 9:00 AM from Memorial Day to Labor Day. You can come to Boat Church by boat or car. For those coming by boat, simply make your way to the Lake Rabun boathouse for the service. For those coming by car use these directions: from Clayton take Old 441 South to Lakemont, just past Lakemont bear right on Lake Rabun Road and go two miles. The boat house is just past Hall’s Marina.
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Our Lakeside Waterfalls by Peter McIntosh
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or this inaugural issue of Cabin and Cove magazine I’m very happy to share with you the stunning waterfalls that border our beautiful mountain lakes here in Rabun County. Lake Burton has Hemlock Falls, near Moccasin Creek State Park. This is an easy hike; 1 mile each way with superlative streamside views all along the trail. Seed Lake features two small cascades, Bad Branch Falls and Crow Creek Falls. Both of these cascades are just a few minutes walk from the road but well worth visiting. Lake Rabun has three waterfalls, Panther Falls and Angel Falls are both on the same trail and this footpath would be considered moderate to strenuous, especially the switchbacks from Panther Falls up to Angel Falls. The other Lake Rabun cascade is Minnehaha Falls, one of the most beautiful and popular waterfalls in North Georgia. The trail to Minnehaha is only about 1/3 mile in length and, except for a little tricky footing near the end, is an easy walk. Except for Lake Burton’s Hemlock Falls, all the directions will be from Old Hwy 441 and Lake Rabun Road. I hope you enjoy these natural beauty spots; I surely do. And because it’s a tradition, here’s my poetic addition:
HEMLOCK FALLS
Hemlock Falls: From Hwy 197 at Moccasin Creek State Park, turn right PO HSBWFM SPBE BDSPTT GSPN UIF mTI IBUDIFSZ BOE HP NJMF UP B EFBE end parking area. There is a stone marker at the trailhead. There is a nice foot bridge just past the halfway point. Moccasin Creek is beautiful all along this trail. Trail length: 1 mile each way
Hemlock, Crow Creek, Bad Branch and Minnehaha, Our lakeside cascades will make you go gaga! And don’t forget Angel Falls and its close neighbor Panther, If you want falling water, we have just the anther! * *with apologies to Ogden Nash.
PANTHER FALLS & ANGEL FALLS
The trailhead to these waterfalls is located at the back of the Rabun Beach Camping Area #2 on Lake Rabun Road, 5 miles from Old Hwy 441. This is a fee area; the cost is $3.00. You can also start from a new trailhead on Lake Rabun Road, just across from Tame Turkey Road. There is no fee to park here but it adds about 1/3 mile each way to your hike. From the Joe Branch trailhead you’ll quickly cross over the stream on a footbridge with a nice view of a small cascade. Continuing on a near level streamside trail with lots of laurel and rhododendron, you’ll walk a little over half a mile to Panther Falls. There’s a bench on the left side of the falls in which to take a contemplative break before ascending to Angel Falls. Once rested, it’s now time to climb the rhododendron covered switchbacks to Angel Falls. This is less than a half mile in length and is more strenuous so take your time and enjoy yourself. At the base of Angel Falls is a nice viewing platform with good strong railings to lean on and catch your breath.
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CROW CREEK FALLS
MINNEHAHA FALLS
From Old 441 turn onto Lake Rabun Road and go 6.2 miles to a bridge on the left crossing over the upper end of Lake Rabun. This is Low Gap Road; turn left and go a short distance and bear left onto Bear Gap Road following along next to Lake Rabun for 1.6 miles. A pull-out for parking will be on the left, and the trail starts on some steps to the right. Trail length: 3/10 mile each way
Crow Creek Falls: From the Bad Branch Falls’ pullout, it’s just 1.9 miles further down the road to Crow Creek Falls. Keep your eyes peeled when you get close because there’s another stream about 50 yards before Crow Creek. Even though I’ve been there CFGPSF UIJT mSTU TUSFBN IBE NF UIJOLJOH JU XBT UIF POMZ POF JO the cove so I continued driving past the trail head. One of the cascades at Crow Creek is visible from the road and the upper falls is just a few hundred yards up a trail right behind a vehicle stopping berm. This is a beautiful little waterfall and someone has built a primitive stone grill in case you’re in the mood for a cascade side cookout.
BAD BRANCH FALLS
Bad Branch Falls: The trail to this cascade is less than a quarter of a mile, nearly level, and follows an old logging road or quarry road as the case may be, since Bad Branch Falls was created when the rock was quarried here many, many years ago. Whatever its origin, it’s still a very pretty waterfall. Proceed along the shore of Lake Rabun for 6 miles (past the Rabun Beach Recreation area) to the Lake Seed Dam. Cross the lake below the dam on a one-lane bridge. This is Low Gap Road. Go 3/10 mile to the stop sign and turn right on Crow Creek Road. Follow Crow Creek Road for 2.9 miles.
Peter McIntosh is the writer and photographer of the “Adventure Out” feature in our sister publication The Georgia Mountain Laurel. You can see more of his photos at www.mcintoshmountans.com.
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The Majestic Hemlock
Insect Blight Threatens the Species by David Miller
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n enormous part of the beauty in our region is the presence of the majestic Hemlock evergreen trees, many of which are well over a hundred years old. However, the Hemlock is facing a challenge for its very survival. For the past few years, an infestation of something called the Woolly Adelgid, an invasive insect from Asia with no known OBUVSBM QSFEBUPS IBT EFDJNBUFE B TJHOJmcant portion of the Hemlock population in our region. The proof is evident in virtually every area of the mountains, rivers and lakes where we live. The affected Hemlocks are easy to spot because they stand as lifeless monuments on the landscape reaching skyward devoid of life sustaining needles. The loss of Hemlocks not only threatens the species it also threatens the health, beauty and value of surrounding properties. And because these trees continue to be threatened by the ongoing infestation, which has killed thousands of trees in Rabun County, many more will soon perish unless action is taken. The good news is, even though it looks bad for Hemlocks, there are solutions to save them and it all starts with a proactive BUUJUVEF 5IF mSTU UIJOH UP EP JT JOTQFDU ZPVS )FNMPDLT BOE MPPL GPS TQFDJmD TJHOT of the insect invasion. The signs are: the appearance of tiny white egg sacs, thinning needles, needles that are a drab gray-green color or a lack of new spring growth Any or all of these signs are evidence of infestation and should be treated immediately. In truth, whether you spot these signs or not, this insect spreads incredibly fast and all living Hemlocks should be treated. Treating Hemlocks is relatively simple and consists of the application of a systemic insecticide that’s injected in the soil or by drenching the soil around the base of lightly to moderately infested trees. If the Hemlock is very sick it can usually still be saved with a different product that’s applied to the soil or sprayed on the trunk. Treatment is easy enough so that most property owners can do it; or if not there are local professionals available. The
cost is not high and is substantially less than to have a tree removed and when it’s done properly it will not affect water quality and it will not cause harm to people, QFUT PS CFOFmDJBM JOTFDUT For the do-it-yourself person, treatment products can be purchased at local lawn and garden stores. They are generic Imidacloprid 75 WSP for lightly to moderately infested trees or Safari 20 SG for heavy infestations. One 4-pack of Imidacloprid treats an average of 181 diameter inches (measuring the tree trunk at breast height) and lasts about 5 years. One 3pound container of Safari treats an average of 283 diameter inches and lasts 1 to 2 years. If you are doing the work, a soil injector can be borrowed from the Extension OfmDF JO $MBZUPO BOE TPNF POAs also have one to lend. Or you can follow directions to do a soil drench using a bucket and measuring cup. If you prefer a professional to do the treatNFOU UIFSF JT MJTU PG RVBMJmFE QFPQMF BWBJMable through the Georgia Forestry Commission. You can access the list by going to ww.gfc.state.ga.us/forestmanagement/ HWAIapplicators.cfm. More information is available from Save Georgia’s Hemlocks, which is a 100% volVOUFFS OPOQSPmU PSHBOJ[BUJPO EFEJDBUFE to saving endangered Hemlocks through education and charitable service. Visit their web site www.savegeorgiashemlocks.org or call the Hemlock Help Line 706.429.8010 for information on evaluating your trees, treatment materials and methods, sources of products and equipment, treatment instructions, professional applicators and much more. You can also request a free on-site consultation by a trained facilitator who will inspect your trees and explain the treatment choices. By making the effort to care for the Hemlocks around or near you, the health, beauty and value of the landscape will be preserved and you will have done an enormous service to preserve the legacy of Hemlocks in our region.
Healthy Hemlock
Hemlock Woolly Adelgid infestation on the branch of a Hemlock
with contributions from Bob Pledger, Donna Shearer, Mark Shearer and the University of Georgia
Hemlock killed from infestation
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The Wilson Home on Lake Rabun
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A Piece of Heaven
Craftsman Style and Perfect DĂŠcor Deliver Total Lake Home Elegance by David Miller
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ne of the missions of Cabin and Cove magazine is to highlight some of the amazing homes that showcase what lake living has to offer. In our search we found a house we thought is well worth showing. It is the home of David and Lennie Wilson on Lake Rabun. In 2011 the Wilsons were searching for a home and when they saw this house it was MPWF BU mSTU TJUF 5P UIFN JU XBT B QJFDF PG heaven so without hesitation they bought the home because not only did they love the craftsman construction style, it also met all their requirements: a home which was a reasonable distance from Atlanta, a home large enough to entertain family and friends and a home that offered the peace and tranquility of lake living. The three story house is nestled on a site on the north shores of Lake Rabun and its appearance from the street is one of dignity and quality. Once inside these qualities BSF BNQMJmFE UISPVHI UIF SJDI BOE JOWJUJOH dĂŠcor that is present in every room of the home. 5IF JOUFSJPS SFnFDUT UIF PCKFDUJWF PG JUT owners to be an entertainment hub for friends and family but goes well beyond a functional atmosphere. In fact the dĂŠcor provides a quality of warmth and ambiance rarely found and each room has a picturesque quality. The exterior spaces are equally impressive and deliver the same expression of comfort and style. Here too, the spaces are warm, engaging and invite you to stay and enjoy the outdoor environment of lake and home.
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The continuity of design continues down to the water, where the sculptured walkway leads to the impressive boat house which is sided with tree bark. In addition there is a swimming dock that completes the overall inviting quality of the home. From top to bottom the Wilson home has features and details impossible to describe in the space allotted for this expose’. However like the adage says, a picture is worth a thousand words. So let your mind do the talking as you take a look at a photographic record of this amazing piece of heaven on Lake Rabun.
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Home Solutions Enclosures and Awnings Extend Outdoor Living by David Miller
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njoying life on the lake means enjoying the outdoors. No matter if it is a dock, patio, portico, outdoor kitchen or boathouse, lake residents use outdoor spaces for entertaining friends or just hanging out with the family.
These spaces are fantastic unless the weather is a bit chilly or a thunder storm bubbles up. That’s when everything moves indoors and depending on the duration of rain, or the chill the day the weekend may be ruined. The solution for such a situation is available in the form of enclosures UIBU BSF mOEJOH UIFJS XBZ JOUP UIF ZBSET BOE EPDLT PG NBOZ MBLF SFTJdents. The concept is simple and an enclosure offers the versatility of use in many applications. The only absolute required for an enclosure use is that the space being enclosed must have a roof. For instance enclosures are not functional on an uncovered dock or an outdoor kitchen without a roof because enclosures must have beams and posts for installation. With that criteria met, enclosures can be used on virtually any structure and afford a sort of weather or insect control capability. Enclosures come in a number of materials and depending upon the objective the enclosure can transform outdoor spaces into screened in space or a space that moderates ambient temperatures. For example, if the objective is to make a space insect free then screen panels may be your material choice. Or if you want to use an outdoor space in cooler temperatures and keeping the space warm is the goal then the Mylar panels would be the right selection. On the other hand, if your objective is to keep a space shaded and cooler in hotter times, while still maintaining a view to the outside, then the solar shade panels are right for you. *O FBDI DBTF QBOFMT BSF DSFBUFE UP mU ZPVS JOEJWJEVBM TQBDF BOE along with a system of zippers or pulleys or roller shades any space DBO CF DPOWFSUFE JOUP BO FODMPTFE TQBDF UIBU mUT ZPVS PCKFDUJWF 0S if you wish the panels can be raised thus providing completely open space. It is a completely convertible enclosure system. Also don’t forget about another option for outdoor life, that of the retractable awning. This is an affordable way to provide shade and cooling. An awning is simply mounted to the exterior of a home and then is able to extend over a deck or patio to offer shelter and shade. When it comes to the use of outdoor spaces, you now have several PQUJPOT BOE XIBUFWFS TPMVUJPO ZPV VTF ZPV BSF MJLFMZ UP mOE UIBU UIF transformation of your outdoor space will afford many more hours and days of use than you thought possible! For information on these and many other home and outdoor products go to www.northgeorgiashutterandblind.com. Or contact North Georgia Shutters & Blinds, Inc., 1937 Robertson Loop Road, Clarkesville, GA 30523; phone 706.839.0602.
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Home on Lake Rabun A Dream Comes to Life by David Miller
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aria Guarisco is one of those Americans that has led a fascinating life; It’s taken her from her childhood home of southern Louisiana, to places like Virginia, Washington DC, New York, Atlanta as well as many European countries. After her years of study, work and travel she came to Atlanta in 1990. It was there that she established a gallery called the Madison Gallery that specializes in nineteenth century European and American oil painting, sculpture and water color. How she came to this line of work is a long and complex tale but it’s safe to say that she is living life to its capacity. From the time she arrived in Atlanta she began taking trips with her family to Lake Rabun where they would rent a cabin and enjoy a little of the lake life. Then as events would have it there was a decline in her lake trips due to work, family and the stuff of life.
was a special place to Maria and even some of the furniture her grandmother left her forms the foundation of the dĂŠcor in her new home. So in some ways Maria has re-established a dream from her past. Now that her home is complete she looks forward to enjoying as much time as possible at the Lake, where she can get away from it all and enjoy some well deserved time with family and friends. She states without hesitation that her new home is perfect in every detail and now she plans to spend her lake time soaking in the lake, the house, the community and every other detail of lake living. Take a look at the photos of her home presented here and you will agree that the dream, as Maria says, is perfect in every detail.
As the result of personal events in 2005 she began thinking where she might like to have a second home, a place to get away. That process led her to the purchase of some mountain property but she never used it - she always knew where she really wanted to be - Lake Rabun. It was also in 2005 that she found property on Lake Rabun she knew was meant for her. To her, the land was just right with the right views and location. It had a home on it that was listed as B UFBS EPXO CVU TIF mYFE JU VQ UP NBJOUBJO JU BT B HFUBXBZ GPS a few years. 'PS UIF OFYU mWF ZFBST TIF XFOU UP UIF MBLF WJSUVBMMZ FWFSZ XFFLend and it was during those years she formed friendships and social ties to other lake residents. Finally in 2010 she made the decision to tear-down the old home and build a new one. She made the decision to build in the craftsman style because it took her back in time, to the plantation of her grandparents in Patterson, Louisiana. The plantation was called Avalon and Maria has chosen to name her lake home Avalon as well. Her grandparents’ home
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Publisher’s Note: Ms. Guarisco’s home was artfully crafted with purpose by Dovetail Homes. Specializing in the construction of one-of-a-kind, custom homes, Ashley Martin and Dovetail’s founder Joe Daniels work closely with their clients throughout the building process. With both gentlemen having substantial experience in the building and real estate industry, prospective homeowners can rest in the knowledge that the process of building their dream home will be a pleasureable one. For additional information on Dovetail Homes visit www.dovetailhomes.com or call 706.490.0410 or 404.228.9267
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The Animal Doctor is in! Local Veterinarians provide Superior Pet Care by David Miller
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hen families come to the lakes and mountains it normally means the family pets come along as well. That’s because pets are cherished family members too! Bringing pets to the mountains also brings the responsibility of making sure they are properly cared for and proper care isn’t just about providing them with food and shelter; it’s about making sure a pet’s environment is safe. For instance, many homeowners winterized their homes by putting antifreeze in commodes or setting out poisons to keep rodents and other critters out. In both cases, homeowners will want to make sure that conditions have been changed so that pets will not end up sick or endangered as a result of these factors. In addition, it’s important to check the outdoor environment and secure any hazards a pet may encounter. For instance a review of dock and yard conditions should be done so that anything that could endanger pets is corrected. For instance, there may be tree limbs or other debris strewn around that could entangle a pet and cause injury. Owners should also check out decks and docks to make sure any elements that are weak or decaying have been addressed because these too could result in pet entanglement thus causing injury. There are a number of things to put in good order to make outdoor areas safer for pets and although much of this may sound very basic and unimportant, local veterinarians tell us they routinely treat pets for illness or injury due to these kinds of factors.
animals. And should one of your pets be somewhat unique, the clinic has a trained WFU UIBU DBO DBSF GPS CJSET mTI BOE FWFO reptiles. They even offer advanced medical techniques that include chiropractic, laser and acupuncture! The hospital is owned and operated by partners Dr. Stephen Arbitter D.V.M. and Dr. Brad Smith D.V.M... Other staff members include Dr. Rocky Oakes D.V.M, Dr Jessica Oakes D.V.M, Dr Betsy Hartridge D.V.M, Dr. Allison Logan D.V.M and Dr Amanda Markum D.V.M all of whom provide the highest level of pet care possible. It also staffed with boarding and grooming professionals to serve its clients. We spoke with Dr Arbitter who, as it turns out, is a Rabun County native to get his view of what steps pet owners should take to make sure their animals were well cared for.
Dr. Arbitter told us a number of items Speaking of veterinarians, one of the that are important to know. He said, “For HSFBU CFOFmUT WJTJUPST BOE QFSNBOFOU SFT- pet owners with older dogs that are out idents alike enjoy is their access to some of shape, dogs are prone to overdo and PG UIF mOFTU BOE NPTU BEWBODFE BOJNBM can end up with cuts, bruises and joint isclinics in the entire state. In the case of sues. The activity of such dogs should be Rabun County the Rabun Animal Hospital monitored and managed to avoid basic in Mountain City, Georgia is an example injuries.� of a state-of-the-art animal clinic. This facility is a full service clinic that’s capa- He also told us that, “Normal vaccine proble of handling routine as well as emer- tocol for house pets should be observed. gency situations for both large and small Vaccine protocol should be established
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during routine visits to a clinic. Proper vaccination is important to healthy pets and is a responsibility that should be regularly maintained.� Also Dr. Arbitter said, “That in addition to normal checkups and vaccines, grooming is another important part of pet care, especially during the summer when paraTJUFT TVDI BT nFB BOE UJDLT BSF QSFWBMFOU “ Finally Dr. Arbitter wanted all pet owners to know that in the event of emergencies that the clinic staff is literally on call 24/7 to help in any situation. And should the situation require help the clinic cannot provide that there is a major surgery clinic POMZ GPSUZ mWF NJMFT BXBZ JO (BJOFTWJMMF GA on US 441. So as the time approaches to come back to the lakes and mountains, it is an amazing comfort to know that the region is blessed with animal professionals that can help you maintain your pet’s good health, because after all we have pets to give us comfort and joy, so it stands to reason that we should do all in our power to keep them healthy and safe for years of comfort and joy.
Source: Rabun Animal Hospital P.C. / 220 Cathey Road / Mountain City, GA 30562 / 706.746.5100 / www.rabunanimalhospital.vetsuite.com.
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First Aid on the Lake
Making Your Own First Aid Kit is Simple and Smart by Stephen Jarrard MD
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was recently asked to comment on what might make up the contents of a HPPE mSTU BJE LJU UP IBWF BU UIF MBLF PS to take on adventure trips. Although there are many commercially available kits of this type, it would not be hard at all to make up one with a few basic supplies and some equipment easily obtainable BSPVOE UPXO TVDI BT GSPN POF PG PVS mOF pharmacies and Reeve’s Hardware). I would start out with a small, durable box such as a small tool box or tackle box. You may even want to get a brightly colored box so that it is visible and mark it well. You will want everyone in the family to know the location and be able to get to it easily when needed. Your supplies TIPVME mU JO IFSF BOE JU XJMM LFFQ UIFN PSganized, hopefully dry, and most importantly – all together in one place. Here is my recipe for the possible contents of B CBTJD mSTU BJE LJU :PV NBZ BEE UP JU BT needed, or as your personal experiences dictate.
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For cleaning and bandaging: Alcohol wipes Small bottle of normal saline or sterile water (250 mL) Small pack of “Wet Ones� Band Aids (various sizes) Roll of gauze Gauze pads (4x4, 2x2) Medical tape (Scotch, masking, and duct tape do not tend to work well) Basic Meds: Benadryl (both liquid and topical cream) Ibuprofen/Tylenol 1% Hydrocortisone cream Silvadene cream/ointment (good for burns) Bacitracin/Neosporin ointment Calamine lotion Equipment: Small tool or tackle box 4NBMM QBJS QMJFST HFUUJOH PVU mTI IPPLT FUD
Tweezers Cravate or cloth rag (for sling or pressure dressing) EpiPen (for anyone around with bee/wasp sting allergies)
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Remember, the best way to stop bleeding is direct pressure with some gauze or dressing – if this does not work, or if the wound is deep, or the bleeding is brisk, apply pressure and come quickly to our Emergency Room at Mountain Lakes Medical Center in Clayton (196 Ridgecrest Circle for your GPS). Likewise, if the bleeding from an injury to an arm or leg is heavy and pulsatile, apply some type of tourniquet between the injury and the heart and head straight to see us at the ER. We will be very glad to evaluate the injury and take appropriate action! In closing, this is a basic list to start and I know you will all add things that you know you need or have found to be useful. If you have other recommendations, or any suggestions for a future medical column in Cabin and Cove magazine please FNBJM UIFN UP NZ PGmDF BU SBCVOEPDUPS! gmail.com and I will include them in a revised list later on – which will be better for all of us! Live healthy and live well and I hope you fully enjoy our beautiful Rabun County surroundings!
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