Panning for Gold in Helen, Georgia While visiting one of our cabins in Helen, Georgia, it will be a fun experience do pan for gold and gems with your family. Here are a few places that are available for you. 1. Gold’n Gem Grubbin At Gold ‘n Gem Grubbin’ you can pan for gold […]
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It’s time again for the annual Oktoberfest in Helen, Georgia. Oktoberfest has a rich history and is one of the major reasons the Helen, Georgia is on the map today. Helen, Georgia became known as a tourist capital shortly after changing its appearance to look like a town in the Bavarian Alps. Pete Hodkinson, one of […]
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The Birds of Georgia There are hundreds of breeds of birds in the North Georgia area. I have decided to focus on these 10 provided by birdwatchersdigest.com. 10 Highlight Birds in Georgia Anhinga (Photo by Daniel Schwen/Wikimedia) 1. Anhinga The anhinga is a fairly large (35-inch) diving bird that looks a little like a skinny cormorant. It […]
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This time we’ll be talking about the different species of fish that you can catch in the Helen, Georgia area. Many places require that you have a fishing permit to use their properties. Some of the Species You’ll Catch Brown Trout Brown trout are among the most common fish that naturally inhabit North […]
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This post will be discussing some of the other reptiles that you may find in the North Georgia Mountains. Most of these animals are not dangerous, but they can bite and scratch. Tortoises and Turtles The Gopher Tortoise There are a variety of turtles in Georgia, but there is only one common tortoise. The Gopher […]
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This time around we will talk about the various snakes that you may come across when you stay in one of our North Georgia cabins. While treading through some of more wooded areas of North Georgia, be sure to watch your step. Many snakes are camouflaged and can easily be stepped on. Naturally they […]
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If you are coming to stay in one of our vacation rentals in Helen, Georgia, you could very well come across some wildlife around the property. While visiting, we ask that you respect nature and leave the animals to their own devices. They have the ability to bite, scratch, sting or even maul you. […]
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While visiting the Helen area in one of our vacation rental cabins, you may have an interest in viewing the arts of the area. You should view the The Helen Arts & Heritage Center. ADDRESS: 25 Chattahoochee Strasse, Helen, GA 30545 PHONE: (706) 878-3933 HOURS: Monday through Saturday, 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm as volunteers are […]
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The North Georgia Zoo was mentioned quite a few times in our previous posts. We felt that when you visit one of out cabin rentals in Helen, Georgia, you may wan to know more about it. Let’s start the North Georgia Zoo’s purpose. They wish to bring people and animals closer so that they will […]
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