This Weekend in Georgia

Now, we know you'll be in front of your TV this weekend to see Georgia Traveler's "Ghost Tour of Georgia", this Friday at 9 PM and Saturday at 7 PM, but what are you going to do with the rest of your weekend? Well, here are a few ideas:

Oktoberfest!

October29th @ 6:00 PM - Nov. 1

It's the German word for fun! Well, that may not be the actual translation, but to the folks attending Helen's Oktoberfest every year it may as well be. Oktoberfest in Helen may have started out small in the 70's, but over the years, and through word of mouth, it has grown into the biggest party in the Southeast. Deep azure skies and color splashed mountains surround a picturesque "alpine" village, making the days as inviting as the nights. During the day, you may decide to browse the shops, relax in a Biergarten, or simply enjoy Helen's crisp weather and beautiful scenery. Georgia Traveler had a chance to experience Oktoberfest in season one.

Georgia - Florida Golf Classic

October 29 - 30: 6:30 AM - 11:00 PM

Isn't it funny how gators are welcome to roam on golf courses but dogs are prohibited? That's not right! The largest golf tournament in Bulldawg Nation is happening right now, but the festivities continue through Saturday. The Georgia-Florida tradition attracts fans from across the country to defend the reputation of thier favorite team. Golf is played the Thursday and Friday before the Georgia-Florida Football Game. Other activities include cocktail parties, oyster roasts, putting contests and more. Georgia Traveler is coming out with a Golf Tour of Georgia later this season, so be on the lookout.

Red Top Mountain Halloween Hayrides

Every Friday & Saturday, October 16 - 31 / 7 PM - 9 PM

Take a "spooktacular" hayride and then listen closely as storytellers bring ghosts and goblins to life around a campfire. Suitable for all ages. Reservations required. $5 parking. 770-975-4226. (http://www.friendsofredtop.org) David enjoyed the Red Top Mountain iron pour and hayrides not long ago. Take a peek and see what you are missing.

And those are just a few of the ideas you can find at the Explore Georgia website operated by our production partners at the Georgia Department of Economic Development. And speaking of production, don't forget that the 3rd Season of Georgia Traveler premieres this weekend- in HIGH DEFINITION! Tune in Friday, October 30 at 9 PM and Saturday, October 31 at 7 PM.

This Week: Ghost Tour of Georgia premieres in HD!

This week Georgia Traveler embarks on a Ghost Tour of Georgia. From Civil War apparitions to paranormal peach state pirates, it’s our scariest episode yet!

Georgia Traveler 303, Ghost Tour of Georgia, premieres Wednesday, October 28 at 7:30 PM, and repeats Friday, October 30 at 9:00 PM and Saturday, October 31 at 7:00 PM on GPB.

For more information check out our website at http://www.gpb.org/georgiatraveler/

Georgia Traveler is produced in partnership with the Georgia Department of Economic Development. Check out the new Georgia Tourism website at http://www.exploregeorgia.org/

This Weekend in Georgia

Now, we know you'll be in front of your TV to see the premiere of Georgia Traveler's all NEW "Fall Colors Tour of Georgia" this Friday at 9 PM and Saturday at 7 PM, but what are you going to do with the rest of your weekend? Well, here are a few ideas:

7th Annual Southeastern Cowboy Festival and Symposium
at the Booth Western Art Museum in Cartersville
October 22-25, 2009
Grab your cowboy hat, boots and gear and join our friends at the Booth Western Art Museum for a four-day celebration of the West with featured artist Buck McCain, featured entertainer Baxter Black, art history lectures, children’s activities, pioneer demonstrations, re-enactments of historic Western gunfights, Native American dancing, cowboy church, and much more. For more info about the festival, visit the Booth Museum website. To check out the Georgia Traveler segment on the Booth Museum, click here.

"Wails to Trails" Haunted Hike
at Tallulah Gorge State Park Friday, October 23 from 7-9 PM
(or rain date Saturday, October 24)
Looking for a delightfully spooky way to meet some of the colorful characters and events of the Tallulah Falls railway's past- then join in the fun! This is a .75 mile walk along the existing bed of the Tallulah Falls Railway. Reservations are required. Rain date will be Saturday, October 24, 2009. $2 children 12 and under -$3 adult plus $5 parking. Call 706-754-7981 or visit the website for details. To see the Georgia Traveler segment about Tallulah Gorge (and Tallulah Falls) being one of Georgia's Seven Natural Wonders, click here.

Deep Roots Festival 2009
in Historic Downtown Milledgeville
Saturday, October 24
We made some great friends in Milledgeville earlier this year while shooting a segment for our upcoming "Book Tour of Georgia". Flannery O'Connor is a native of Milledgeville and we had a fantastic time getting to know the folks in her hometown. They told us about this great festival, formerly the Sweetwater Festival, now called "Deep Roots". Organizers tell us that there will be a barbeque cook-off, arts and crafts, musical performances, a kids zone and a car show. Sounds like something for everyone! Gates open at 10 AM. Check out the website for more details.

And those are just a few of the ideas you can find at the Explore Georgia website operated by our production partners at the Georgia Department of Economic Development. And speaking of production, don't forget that the 3rd Season of Georgia Traveler premieres this weekend- in HIGH DEFINITION! Tune in Friday, October 23 at 9 PM and Saturday, October 24 at 7 PM.

All NEW Georgia Traveler this Friday, October 23 in HD!

This Friday, October 23, Georgia Traveler returns with all NEW episodes! It's the premiere of our 3rd season and our first in HIGH DEFINITION. It's going to be a season of "Tours of Georgia" and this week's adventure is a very timely "Fall Colors Tour of Georgia". That’s Friday night at 9 PM and Saturday at 7 PM, only on GPB! For more information, check out our website.

This Week: Scenic Mountain Highways

On this week’s episode of Georgia Traveler, we're exploring "Scenic Mountain Highways" U.S. 76 and 19, Georgia 180 and 75. David gets away to the Smithgall Woods Conservation Area near Helen and Keely hikes a portion of the Appalachian Trail. Our tallest talent meets Georgia's tallest point when Phil visits the legendary Brasstown Bald. Keely finds down home food at Mary Ann's Country Kitchen in Young Harris and the trio has family fun at the Georgia Mountain Fair in Hiawassee.

Georgia Traveler 206, Scenic Mountain Highways, airs Friday, October 16 at 9:00 PM, Saturday, October 17 at 7:00 PM, Sunday, October 18 at 11:30 PM, Monday, October 18 at 3:30 AM, and Wednesday, October 21 at 7:30 PM on GPB.

Georgia Traveler is produced in partnership with the Georgia Department of Economic Development. Check out the new Georgia Tourism website at http://www.exploregeorgia.org/

This Weekend in Georgia

There's a lot going on this weekend; let's get right to it!

Dahlonega's Gold Rush Days
Saturday, October 17 - Sunday, October 18, 2009
Dahlonega, Georgia
Dahlonega's Gold Rush Days are held annually on the third weekend in October. The Dahlonega Jaycees, organizers of the event, tell us thousands come to see fall colors peaking and celebrate Dahlonega's 1828 discovery of gold. Over 300 art and craft exhibitors gather around the Public Square and Historic District, and it is estimated that a crowd of over 200,000 visit over the weekend to join in the fun and excitement. For more information, check out the website. The Georgia Traveler crew visited last year's festival; look for that episode to air later this October on Georgia Public Broadcasting as we launch our first season in HD!

Lockerly Heritage Festival
Saturday, October 17, 2009
Milledgeville, Georgia
As the season changes, this event is a great opportunity to bring family and friends out to enjoy a Fall day of history, handcrafts and hospitality on the lovely lawns surrounding the arboretum’s circa 1839 Greek Revival mansion, Lockerly Hall. New this year is the Fall Plant Sale! Also don't miss the free horse-drawn wagon rides through the grounds, musical entertainment, Civil War encampment, tours of the mansion and ladies in period dress, basket weaving demonstrations, quilting, fabric weaving, or story telling! For more details, check out Lockerly Arboretum's website. Georgia Traveler visited Lockerly Hall during production of the upcoming third season. Keep an eye on GPB for air dates and times.

Georgia Peanut Festival
October 17, 2009
T.C. Jeffords Park, Sylvester, Georgia
Plains, Georgia is world-famous for both its peanut production and producing the Peanut President, Jimmy Carter! The Georgia Peanut Festival was created to celebrate this rich heritage, and to promote the peanut. This year's festival features a one mile fun run, a 5K road race, a parade, arts and crafts, a beauty contest, and much more! Here's the festival's website for more details.


And those are just a few of the ways you can get out there and enjoy Georgia! For more ideas, visit the Explore Georgia website operated by our production partners at the Georgia Department of Economic Development.

This Weekend in Georgia

There's no more beautiful time in Georgia than glorious fall, and here are some things going on over this Columbus Day Weekend in Georgia:

Tybee Island Pirate Fest
October 8 - 10, 2009
Tybee Island, Georgia
Ahoy, mates, swashbucklers of all ages will be converging on Tybee Island to participate in the 5th Annual Tybee Island Pirate Fest on October 9th and 10th! Don your most colorful pirate costume, and gather your crew of marauding buccaneers. Featuring a Pirate Victory Parade, fireworks, live entertainment with 10 bands including the Marshall Tucker Band! There will also be costume contests, loads of children’s activities and the Thieves Market filled with treasures, grog, and grub! Admission to the oceanfront festival grounds is $10 per person for a weekend pass, children 12 and under are free. For more information, call the Tybee Island Visitor Center at 800-868-2322 or visit http://www.tybeepiratefest.com. Arrrrrrr!!!

Georgia Mountain Fall Festival
October 9 - 17, 2009
Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, Hiawassee, Georgia

The Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds in Hiawassee is hosting an annual, unique attraction, the Georgia Mountain Fall Festival from October 9-17. The event features 9 days of exciting musical performances, educational demonstrations, a flower show, Georgia's Official State Fiddler's Convention, and new for 2009 The Great Bear Show. Experience the oldest and longest running animal educational show in the country. Here's their website for more information!

Brunswick Rockin' Stewbilee
October 9 - 10, 2009 Mary Ross Waterfront Park, Brunswick, Georgia
Come enjoy an authentic taste of the Georgia coast with the 5th Annual Brunswick Rockin' Stewbilee! This full day event promises to be fun for the entire family. The festivities will begin early Saturday morning with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Southeast Georgia 5K Freedom Run and continue with the popular Pooch Parade, Brunswick stew tastings, the Classic Car Show, and full day of free concerts. It's all happening at Mary Ross Waterfront Park and the streets of downtown Brunswick. For more information on the Stewbilee, visit the website. Georgia Traveler's Gerald Bryant and Phil Proctor visited the Stewbilee and tasted some amazing stew in our first season. Check it out here!

And those are just a few of the ways you can get out there and enjoy Georgia! For more ideas, visit the Explore Georgia website operated by our production partners at the Georgia Department of Economic Development.

This Week on Georgia Traveler: Georgia Foothills Journey

On this week's episode of Georgia Traveler, we’re on a "Georgia Foothills Journey," exploring U.S. Interstate 575 from Jasper to Cartersville. Phil goes on a getaway to the Woodbridge Inn Restaurant and Lodge in Jasper while Keely discovers the local legend of the Tate House. Two Brothers Barbeque in Ball Ground serves up some fine food for Phil and David experiences family fun at the Archeology Day and Iron Pour at Red Top Mountain State Park. Keely and Phil enjoy all kinds of water sports at Lake Allatoona, with some help from a new friend at Paradise Boat Rental at Park Marina.

Georgia Traveler 210, Georgia Foothills Journey airs Friday, October 9 at 7 PM, Saturday, October 10 at 9 PM, Sunday, October 11 at 12:30 AM and 11:30 PM, and Wednesday, October 14 at 7:30 on GPB.

For more information about those upcoming episodes, check out our website at:
http://www.gpb.org/georgiatraveler/

Georgia Traveler is produced in partnership with the Georgia Department of Economic Development. Check out the new Georgia Tourism website at http://www.exploregeorgia.org/

This Week on Georgia Traveler

This week on Georgia Traveler we'll be driving the Wiregrass Highway with Episode 205 on Saturday, October 3 at 7 PM on GPB.

Also this week, we take a drip through Scenic Mountain Highways with Episode 206 and we'll be Coasting Along the Atlantic with episode 201 on Wednesday, October 7 at 7:00 and 7:30 PM on GPB.

For more information about these upcoming episodes, check out our website at:
http://www.gpb.org/georgiatraveler/

Georgia Traveler is produced in partnership with the Georgia Department of Economic Development. Check out the new Georgia Tourism website at http://www.exploregeorgia.org/

This Weekend in Georgia

It's the first weekend in October, so it's time to get out there and enjoy some fall fun around the great state of Georgia! Here are a few ideas:

North Georgia State Fair in Marietta
September 24 through Sunday, October 4
Organizers tell us that the North Georgia State Fair at Jim R. Miller Park in Marietta has it all- tigers, elephants, clowns, shows, games, a BMX bike show and more. For more info, check out their website for details, schedules and directions.

28th Annual Hahira Honeybee Festival in Hahira
September 28 through Saturday, October 3
Celebrate the industrious honeybee with the good folks in Hahira this weekend! There's a 5K, dog show, beauty pageant, arts, crafts, clogging, gospel singers, inflatables for the kids and a great big parade. The parade starts at 12 noon on Saturday. For other information or details, visit the festival website or call 229-794-3097.

Currahee Military Weekend in Toccoa
Friday, October 2 through Sunday, October 4
In 1942, the United States government acquired a mountain and the surrounding land in Toccoa, GA as a training facility for the training of WWII Paratroopers. The Currahee Military Reunion Weekend Serves to honor the men of Camp Toccoa, show appreciation for the sacrifices they made and celebrate their commitment to America. Meet-Paratroopers,Visit-Currahee Military Museum,Walk-Through the Stable,Run-Currahee Mountain and Enjoy many activities, displays, and parade. For more information, visit the website or call 1-877-CURRAHEE. To watch the Georgia Traveler segment about the Currahee Military Museum included in our Remembering World War II special, click here!

The 21st Annual Oliver Hardy Festival in Harlem
Saturday, October 3
"Here's another fine mess you've gotten yourself into!" Oliver Hardy would have most likely said about the Festival honoring him. Harlem, a small town west of Augusta, is the birthplace of Oliver Hardy, the larger side of Laurel and Hardy, that most famous comedy duo that made successful comedy films for decades. Join the good folks of Harlem as they celebrate this famous son and a festival complete with a look-a-like contest, skits, movies, rides, games, a raffle and a BBQ dinner! For more information, check out the website. To watch the Georgia Traveler segment about the Oliver Hardy Festival, click here!

And those are just a few of the ways you can get out there and enjoy Georgia! For more ideas, visit the Explore Georgia website operated by our production partners at the Georgia Department of Economic Development.