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141 Trackrock Camp Road
Blairsville, GA 30512
706-745-2420
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202 Trackrock Camp Road
Blairsville, GA 30512
706-745-5252
"We are open year round."
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A big "thank you" goes to our wonderful customers for a great June & July! What fun everyone had!
Can you believe the kids are just about to start school?
Horse camp has come to a close for summer, but be sure to "stay tuned" for the upcoming holiday horse camps.
It's also time to start thinking about cooler Fall temperatures, Fall color, Fall activities & festivals and outings to Trackrock!
Consider Trackrock for a vacation or short getaway! Come see us!
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August Camping Bargains and Discounts!
Camping - weekend stays, pay for Friday & Saturday, get Sunday
FREE. Offer valid 8/1 thru 8/29 only. **
Camping - for weekday stays, pay for 2, get 1 FREE - Sunday thru Thursday nights. Offer valid 8/1 thru 8/29 only. **
Cabins - weekday stays, pay for 2, get 1 FREE - Sunday thru Thursday nights. Offer valid 8/6 thru 8/29 only.
PAY CASH! SAVE MONEY AT TRACKROCK STABLES!
The Stables will be offering cash only 1 hour horseback rides for $20 (plus tax) to our campground and cabin guests Mondays thru Thursdays from July 30 thru August 29. Remember, this is a cash only deal - the price will be $25 plus tax (also a special price) if you use your credit card! Note: this special is only for campground guests; pick up your discount coupon at the campground office when you check in! http://www.trackrockstables.com
** These 2 offers MAY BE combined! |
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August & September Activities 
All the usual fun of our playgrounds, hiking trails, fishing and swimming will be here at Trackrock, of course. We will be having hay rides and plenty of opportunity for you and yours to see the back pastures, maybe some animals, and enjoy the beauty and relaxation of Trackrock. http://www.trackrock.com/onsite.html
Don't forget to make advance reservations for horseback riding at the stables. http://www.trackrockstables.com/
We have 2 playgrounds for the kids to enjoy - complete with adult seating! Volleyball, horseshoes, corn hole and a lake stocked with catfish, bass and bream.
Lots to do - or - lots of relaxing to do. Rocking chairs are always available! |
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Make Your Plans for September & November! 
Now is the time to consider a trip with your neighbors, church group, scouts or any other group of folks you can think of and make plans for your September and November group outings. Remember - we cannot take groups during the month of October, but if you would like to plan a later date, the weather is great through November, the bathhouse is heated, and the showers hot! http://www.trackrock.com/onsite.html
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Horse Camp Poll!
 We have not yet scheduled Horse Camp for October. We would like your input...
If you are interested in a Horse Camp in October, please email Sonya at trackrockstables@windstream.net |
Labor Day Activities...
The torrential rains of the 4th of July, created a huge gain for Labor Day! the Blairsville-Union County Chamber of Comerce will be hosting a Fireworks Extravagana on Saturday, August 31, at 9:30 pm at Meeks Park! Come enjoy the show! http://members.visitblairsvillega.com/Events/details/fireworks-at-meeks-park-19397
Here at Trackrock, we will have hayrides both Saturday and Sunday evenings. Watch the sign outside the office for times. Remember, you must buy a ticket for $4 for each person 6 and older for the hayrides. The tickets are available in the office beginning Friday evening.
The Tommie Alexander Memorial Chapel will offer services Sunday morning at 9a.m. |
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Fall Hammer-In Date Announced!
 Mark your calendar for Friday, September 27 & Saturday, September 28 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 join in the fun! More info at www.georgiaknifemakersguild.com |
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Campground Etiquette 110
These tips are sure to help your kids and grand children love camping.
Camping was one of my best experiences as a kid, and I'm sure every child would benefit from an adventure under the velvet night sky in a tent far away from home. If you have kids, introduce them to nature so they, too, can enjoy the outdoors and develop fond memories. Below are some tips to help you help your kids start down the path of camping, hiking, and outdoor fun.
1. Get the Kids Involved From the Start. Let your kids help you with planning and organizing the camping trip. This means working with them to discover activities that they'd enjoy. Will your kids want to go swimming, hiking, boating, horseback riding, or bicycling? Let your kids be part of the process...allow them to "own" the experience from the very beginning.
2. Practice Camping in Your Backyard. If your kids have no idea what it's like to go camping, then show them. Camp out in the backyard one night. Teach them how to pitch a tent. Through "warm up camping," not only will you prepare your kids for the real thing, you'll also get them excited for their upcoming outdoor adventure!
3. Forgo Nutrition ... For a Little While. Camping with the kids should be all about letting them have fun, so why not bring the food they are generally not allowed to eat at home and in school? For example, allow them hotdogs, roasted marshmallows, hot chocolate, and, of course, the ultimate favorite of every kid camper - s'mores!
4. Keep Everyone Happy with a Good Night's Sleep. Kids tend to get cranky and unmotivated when they aren't able to sleep well, so make sure you pack camping gear for getting comfortable inside the tent.
Follow these basic tips to help your kids develop a healthy love of nature. They will thank you for it later!
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Auction a Great Success!
What a great 2nd Annual Auction at Trackrock! "Two dollars, now 3, now 3 will you give me 3? Three dollars, now 5, now 5, will you give me 5?"
This was the chant heard at Trackrock this past Wednesday evening as our own Sammy Haupt, professional auctioneer, pointed to item after item up for bid.
Everyone gathered for the auction to benefit The Humane Society Mountain Shelter and Transplanted Treasurers, an organization that does so very much for our local children. . To say it was a success is an understatement. Nearly $1,100 came from the auction of donated items, which came from campers and staff at Trackrock. http://humanesocietymountainshelter.org and https://www.facebook.com/TransplantedTreasures
It was fun for all and a great cause. We plan more auctions in the future. Watch Trackrock Happenings for dates and times!
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Record Breaking Attendance at Trackrock Chapel! 
Sunday, July 21st was a record breaking service at Trackrock Chapel with 79 people in attendance.
Come join us on Sunday mornings at 9am thru mid-October.
Check out our "count off" video and final song at <iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/video/embed?video_id=10151701304444172" width="1280" height="720" frameborder="0"></iframe>
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What's Happening... 
August 2 - Blairsville Cruisers Block Party, Walmart, Blairsville; http://www.blairsvillecruisers.com
August 3 - Blairsville Cruisers Cruise-In, Blairsville Restaurant, 4-6pm, Blairsville; http://www.blairsvillecruisers.com
August 8, 9 & 10 - 5th Annual Moonshine Cruize-In, Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, Hiawassee; http://www.gammoonshinecruizin.com/
August 9 - Clint Black in Concert, Smoky Mountain Theater for Performing Arts, Franklin, NC; http://www.greatmountainmusic.com
August 16 & 17 - Kiwanis Rodeo, Blue Ridge; http://www.blueridgerodeo.com
August 24 - Annual Tomato Festival, Crane Creek Vineyards, Hiawassee; http://www.cranecreekvineyards.com
August 24 & 25 - Young Harris Arts Festival, Mayor's Park, Young Harris; http://www.robinrobertspromotions.com
August 31 & Sept 1 - Unicoi Art Fest, Helen; http://www.robinrobertspromotions.com
August 31 & Sept 1 - Georgia Mountain Heritage Festival, Blairsville; http://www.unioncountyhistory.org
September 6 - Merle Haggard in Concernt, Smoky Mountain Center for Performing Arts, Franklin; http://www.greatmountainmusic.com
September 6 - Blairsville Cruisers Block Party, location TBA, Blairsville; http://www.blairsvillecruisers.com
September 7 - Blairsville Cruiser's Cruise-In, Blairsville Restaurant, Blairsville; http://www.blairsvillecrusers.com
September 13, 14 & 15 - Georgia State H.O.G. Rally, Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, Hiawassee; http://www.georgiamountainfairgrounds.com
September 14 - Mountain Music Arts & Crafts Festival, Vogel State Park, Blairsville
September 21 & 22 - Celebrate Autumn Arts & Crafts Show, North Georgia Technical College, Blairsville; http://www.mtnregartscraftsguild.com/
September 28 & 29 - National Alpaca Farm Day Open House, Lasso the Moon Alpaca Farm (just 2 miles from Trackrock), Blairsville; http://www.alpacamoon.com/index.html
September 28 & 19 - Summer's Last Kiss Arts & Crafts Show, Hiawassee Square; http://www.mountaintopga.com/events/
Every Wednesday & Saturday, tours at 2pm - Misty Mountain Model Railroad, http://www.mistymountainmodelrailroad.com
Fridays at 8pm beginning August 2 "Skies Over Georgia" at Rollins Planetarium, Young Harris College; http://www.yh
Fridays at 8pm - August 23 & August 30 and September 20 & 27, "Heart of the Sun" at Rollins Planetarium, Young Harris College; http://www.yhc.
Every Friday - Friday Night Concerts at the Courthouse, at 7pm thru October, Blairsville; http://www.unioncountyhistory.org
Every Saturday thru October - Union County Farmer's Market, Blairsville; http://www.ucfarmersmarket.com |
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