September 2012
In This Issue
Camping Etiquette 102
Out & About at Trackrock
Make Your Horseback Riding Reservations Early
October & November Reservations
Don't Forget the Fall Hammer-In
NEW Off Road Vehicle Guidelines
Please Vote for Blairsville!
What's Happening...
Trackrock Happenings

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141 Trackrock Camp Road
Blairsville, GA 30512
706-745-2420
E-Mail for info/reservations
202 Trackrock Camp Road
Blairsville, GA 30512
706-745-5252
E-Mail for info/reservations
 
"We are open year round."
 
   
Happy Early Fall, Y'all!
It's just late August, and we've had some nice, cool, crisp mornings!  Highs have been in the hi-70's, lows in the upper 50's.  Great weather to enjoy hiking, biking, horseback riding, campfires or just relaxing in the beautiful North Georgia Mountains! 

Fall is full of activities and a great time to visit Trackrock!   Think of cool, crisp breezes, amazing Fall color, great festivals. It's a great time for outdoor activities. Take a hike, see waterfalls, fish in the pond, take a hayride or horseback ride. Or just sit and enjoy the quiet beauty.

 

Whether you plan to make a day trip, take a long weekend, or spend a week, make plans to enjoy watching the mountain colors turn from green to a palette of wonderful color into early November! You'll be glad you did and we will be glad to see you!


Come spend some time with us this Fall!
Camping Etiquette 102
 

The outdoors is a beautiful place and we at Trackrock are especially proud of our place.  Here are a few hints to help us keep it that way. 

* Leave the area spotless by picking everything up, including the small stuff. It's the small stuff that's harder for others to remove and causes the most unsightliness over time.

* Think about others that will be using the site. Leave it the way you would like to find it.  * Check out the Leave No Trace Website  www.usscouts.org/advance/LeaveNoTrace.asp

 

The principles associated with this environmental edict sum it up: Plan Ahead and Prepare,  Dispose of Trash Properly, Leave What You Find, Minimize Campfire Impacts, Respect Wildlife, Be Considerate of Other Visitors.Adapted from Tammie Dooley's Solo Road Trip.

Out & About at Trackrock
  

She'll Be Coming Down the Mountain...

 

She's very subtle.  You'll first notice that little chill in the evening air.  Next you might hear sounds that make you think of her, the crackle of a late evening fire, a certain rustle of the leaves as you take a stroll along a trail, and then before you know it she's here! Lady Autumn has arrived in all her gloriously colored finery!

 

After experiencing Trackrock in the fall, I can say it's like no other fall season I've ever seen.  Surrounded by our beautiful mountains year-round, you start to notice, just at the tip-top, a difference in the shades of the trees.  As the days in fall go by you'll see that bit of color, the golds, reds, yellows and everything in between, slowly come down the mountain.  If you could fast forward a video camera and point it toward our mountains, I have no doubt Lady Autumn would appear to be pulling down a multicolored shade over the greenness of summer, just a bit at a time.  It's a sight to behold!

 

Now is the time to get out that light jacket, stack up the firewood, go for that late afternoon horse back ride or stroll and enjoy the ambiance of Mother Nature in all her shining glory.  Hot dogs, 'smores and campfire stories go well together around the crackle of the fire in evening-time. 

 

Folks visiting Trackrock can enjoy the laid back comfort of fall for weeks on end, starting late August and early September first with the deep reds and not ending until the last yellow leaf falls from the maples in November.  If you've never experienced it, why not start this year?

 

"October gave a party; The leaves by hundreds came. The Chestnuts, Oaks, and Maples, and leaves of every name. The Sunshine spread a carpet, and everything was grand, Miss Weather led the dancing, Professor Wind the band."  -George Cooper

Make Your Horseback Riding Reservations Early! 
  

During October, many folks enjoy riding with cooler weather and the beautiful fall leaves.  Book your reservations early, as the rides fill up quickly in October and advance reservations are a must!  Call 706-745-5252 and they will be pleased to schedule your adventure.  http://www.trackrock.com/stables.html

 

October & November Reservations

Full hook-up sites for October are filling up very quickly! 

If you can't make it to Trackrock during October, remember that November is still very pleasant for camping.  November is not crowded and lends to a very laid back and quite outing.

 

If you are interested in a week's stay...please give us a call ASAP.  We have extremely limited availability for longer stays...  We do have plenty of sites left for tents and popups for October.  As you can see, October is one of the busiest months of the year in the beautiful North Georgia Mountains!  For RVs, tents or popups info --http://www.trackrock.com/campinfo.html or for info on cabins http://www.trackrock.com/cabins.html
Don't Forget the Fall Hammer-In 
Hammer In 

Mark your calendar for September 28 & 29th for the Fall Hammer-In at Trackrock.  Activities include bladesmithing, hawk forging, leather crafting and forge building.  Watch, meet and talk with several talented bladesmiths.  See what it takes to transform old discarded steel scrap metal into functional works of art.Fine craftsmen from several states attend, some collectors bring their collections to display, knifemaking supply vendors participate and others come just like to look and talk knives.  This is a family oriented event open to all with no admission fees, so come on up.  More info at www.georgiaknifemakersguild.com

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NEW Off Road Vehicle Guidelines
  

Due to increased numbers of Off Road Vehicles at the campground all ORVs (including but not limited to golf carts, 4 wheel all terrain or utility vehicles, or dirtbikes), MUST be registered at check-in. All guests bringing ORVs will be asked to sign a copy of the ORV Guidelines at the time of registration. Guidelines are available by email upon request.

 

We (and your fellow guests) appreciate your understanding & cooperation!

Please Vote for Blairsville By September 15th!

  

Do you love Blairsville? Do you think Blairsville is the BEST town in all of the mountains? Well, we need your help! 

 

Blue Ridge Outdoors Magazine is the country's largest outdoor regional magazine, with over 352,000 readers from Baltimore to Atlanta. Readers will make the final decision on the Best Mountain Town and Outdoor City in three (3) polls: outdoor city, medium town, and small towns. Readers can vote for their favorite towns by clicking on this link:  

http://www.blueridgeoutdoors.com/contests/best-mountain-towns/

 

 

The Blairsville-Union County Chamber of Commerce hopes that you will inspire your family, friends, and neighbors to rally and vote for Blairsville! 

What's Happening...
   

September 1 & 2 - Mountain Heritage Fesival, Blairsville, http://www.unioncountyhistory.org

 

September 6-8 - Georgia Mountain H.O.G. Rally, Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, Hiawassee; http://www.georgiamountainfairgrounds.com

 

September 7 - Classic Car Block Party, Walmart Parking Lot, 5pm, Blairsville; www.blairsvillecuirsers.com

  

September 7 & 8 - Gun Show at Blairsville Civic Center, Blairsville

  

September 8 - Mountain Music and Craft Festival, Vogel State Park, Blairsville

 

September 12 - 59th Annual Macon County Fair, Franklin

 

September 15 - Classic Car Cruise in on the Square, 4pm-6pm, Blairsville; www.blairsvillecruisers.com

   

September 22 - Hot Summer Nights at Goldhagen Studios, Hayesville, NC; http://www.goldhagenartglass.com

 

September 29 & 30 - National Alpaca Farm Days Open House, Lasso the Moon Alpaca Farm, Blairsville; http://www.alpacamoon.com

 

September 29 & 30 - Helen's Artoberfest, Helen; http://www.robinrobertspromotions.com

 

September 29 & 30 - Summer's Last Kiss Craft Show, on the Square, Hiawassee; http://www.summerslastkiss.com

 

October 5 - Classic Car Block Party, Walmart Parking Lot, Blairsvile; http://www.blairsvillecruisers.com

 

October 6 - Foxfire Mountaineer Festival, Clayton, http://www.foxfiremountaineer.org

 

October 6 & 7 - Indian Summer Festival, Suches; http://www.suches.com/festival 

 

October 6 & 7 - John Campbell Folk School Fall Festival, Brasstown, NC; http://www.folkschool.org

 

October 11, 12 & 13 - Autumn Leaves Festival, Macon County Fairgrounds, Franklin, NC

 

October 12 thru 21 - Georgia Mountain Fall Festival, Hiawassee; http://www.georgiamountainfairgrounds.com

 

October 13 & 14 - Sorghum Festival, Blairsivlle; http://www.sorghumfestivalblairsville.com

 

October 13 & 14 - Fall Arts in the Park, Blue Ridge; http://www.blueridgearts.net

 

October 13 - Hot Summer Nights at Goldhagen Studios, Hayesville, NC; http://www.goldhagenartglass.com

 

October 13 - Georgia Mountain Jubilee, Clayton; http://www.georgiamountainjubilee.com

 

October 20 - Cruise-In on the Square, Blairsville; http://www.blairsvillecruisers.com

 

October 20 - Southern Appalachian Artist Guild Show, Blue Ridge; http://www.blueridgearts.net

 

October 20 & 21 - Sorghum Festival, Blairsivlle; http://www.sorghumfestivalblairsville.com

 

October 20 & 21 - Apple Festival, Ellijay; http://www.gilmerchamber.com

 

October 20 & 21 - Gold Rush Festival, Dahlonega; http://dahlonega.org/index.php/festivals/162-gold-rush-days.html

 

October 26 - The Oak Ridge Boys in Concert, Smokey Mountain Center for Performing Arts, Franklin, NC; http://www.greatmountainmusic.com/calendar

 

October 27 - Southern Appalachian Artist Guild Show, Blue Ridge; http://www.blueridgearts.net

 

October 27 & 28 - Rabun Leaf Art Festival, Clayton; http://www.robinrobertspromotions.com

 

 

Every Saturday - Union County Farmers Market, 7am-1pm; http://www.ucfarmersmarket.com

 

Every Wednesday & Saturday - Misty Mountain Model Railroad, Blairsville; http://www.mistymountainrailroad.com

 

Every Friday - Friday Night Concerts at the Historical Courthouse; Blairsville; http://www.unioncountyhistory.org

  

Fridays 8pm - STARS! Season Opener showing August 31, Sept 14, 21 & 28; October show will be FRIGHT LIGHT on October 19 & 26 - Extreme Planets, Rollins Planetarium, Young Harris College;  www.yhc.edu

 

141 Trackrock Camp Road  |  Blairsville, GA 30512
706-745-2420
E-Mail for info/reservations
 
"We are open year round."