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[ In Football ]
Alumni Football is Coming to Georgia
DUST OFF YOUR OLD CLEATS!  Alumni football is coming to Dawsonville and Forsyth County.  Gridiron Alumni is planning several full contact alumni football games.  Gridiron Alumni travels the nation pitting old football rivals against each other one more time...
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[ In Hunting & Fishing ]
Get Tickets Now for Dawson County Annual Pheasant Shoot
Event will be held on December 10, 2011 at the Whitmire property located at Goldmine Road and Nugget Ridge Road.  Cost of participation is $275.00 and includes breakfast and Varsity catered lunch...
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[ In Outdoor Recreation ]
War Hill Boat Ramp One of Only Two Open on North End of Lanier
While lake levels are down, boating and fishing out of War Hill Park continue to thrive. The launch ramp extension, completed in 2009 by Dawson County Public Works and Facilities, is one of only two ramps open on the north end of the lake...
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[ In Hunting & Fishing ]
Duck Stamp Service Supports “Double Up For The Ducks”
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is supporting Double Up for the Ducks – a new campaign by Ducks Unlimited encouraging duck hunters and all persons who would like to make a difference for wildlife conservation to purchase two federal Duck Stamps this year to help conserve habitat for wild ducks, geese and other waterfowl...
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[ In Golf ]
Georgia Golfers Will Soon Discover Why Lake Lanier Islands’ Course is One in a Million
Legacy on Lanier Golf Club Showcases one of the South’s Most Beautiful Courses
While Golfers Showcase Their Talents during The $1,000,000 Challenge
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[ In Racing ]
Lanier National Speedway To End Weekly Racing After 30 Years
Lanier National Speedway To End Weekly Racing After 30 Years Braselton, GA; The economy has affected many industries over the last four years, but none more then short track racing. Short tracks across the country have been closing at an alarming rate and Lanier National Speedway is joining those who have already experienced this devastation...
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[ In Hunting & Fishing ]
Archery Deer Hunting Season Opens September 10
Deer season is the most popular hunting season of the year for hunters, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife Resources Division, and this year archers get first draw beginning Sat., Sept. 10.  Last year, 122,316 archery hunters harvested more than 66,352 deer...
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[ In Racing ]
The "Final Showdown" at Lanier National Speedway
A 30 Year tradition will come to an end on September 24, 2011 at the 4th Annual James Garrison Memorial Race. Management and Staff at Lanier National Speedway have made the decision to end the weekly racing program due to factors beyond their control. After much thought and consideration the Speedway has decided to continue with the already scheduled January 2012 Ice Cold Shriner's Bowl and 2012 SPEEDFEST...
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[ In Outdoor Recreation ]
Last Big Boating Weekend Georgia - DNR Urges Caution on the Water
While the school year has begun and many Georgians are now back in a different routine, a holiday weekend is always expected to bring people to the water to celebrate. This Labor Day weekend will surely be no exception, so the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife Resources Division stresses the importance of safety for all boat drivers and passengers...
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[ In Hunting & Fishing ]
Dove Season Opens Saturday, September 3
Hunters statewide can celebrate the beginning of dove season at noon Saturday, Sept. 3. Long-awaited
opening day is traditionally considered the beginning of the fall hunting season, and with the numerous wildlife management area hunts scheduled, it is the perfect opportunity to introduce children and grandchildren to the sport...
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[ In Soccer ]
Referee Classes In Dawsonville
In Dawson County at Rock Creek Park, UFA is also hosting an Entry Level referee class taught by certified instructors from GA Soccer. This is for anyone who would like to get started as a referee or learn more about the soccer rules or laws. You are required to attend both sessions and pass a written test. Anyone passing this course will receive a 'Blue Badge' and be certified as a R9 referee through 2012. Click on the link below to learn more about the class and register through the state website...
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[ In Soccer ]
United Futbol Academy Dawson - Walk Up Soccer Registration Saturday, July 16th.
While Fall still seems weeks away, it's time to register your child for Fall Recreational Soccer at Rock Creek.  The late fee for Rec registration begins July 17th, so register your child online today.  There will also be a walk-up registration at Rock Creek Sports Complex on Saturday, July 16th from 10 am - 2 pm...
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[ In Baseball ]
Bring the Heat!: Gas South Pledges $50 Each Time an Atlanta Braves Pitcher Records Strikeout, with Proceeds to Benefit Salvation Army and United Way of Metro Atlanta
With the 2011 baseball season underway, local natural gas marketer Gas South has announced that it will again ‘Bring the Heat’ – pledging to make a donation of $50 for every strikeout recorded by an Atlanta Braves pitcher during the season, both at home and on the road. At the end of the season, the proceeds will be divided among two local human service agencies whose work Gas South has long supported: the Salvation Army’s Project SHARE and the United Way of Metropolitan Atlanta...
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[ In Basketball ]
Why We Play: Children and Adults Nationwide are Embracing the Three “Cs” of Basketball
While millions of people worldwide will be focused on the NBA Finals and superstars like LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Dirk Nowitzki, area gyms around the nation will be filled with kids and weekend warriors hooping it up with the same intensity but for completely different reasons...
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[ In Outdoor Recreation ]
Georgia DNR and Team Georgia Urge Good Judgment When Alcohol, Boating Combine
The Georgia Department of Natural Resources and TEAM Georgia, a safe and sober driving and boating coalition, are reminding people to refrain from drinking alcohol while operating a boat or personal watercraft (PWC)...
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Sprint National Team to Compete in Racice World Cup
The 2011 international sprint season kicks off for Team USA Friday at the ICF Canoe Sprint World Cup in Racice, Czech Republic, May 20-22. Seventeen U.S. paddlers will be among the 500 athletes from 45 countries at the event, which marks the second of three World Cup stops. The U.S. did not compete at the first World Cup in Poznan, Poland earlier this month, but will participate in the third World Cup next weekend in Duisburg, Germany...
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[ In Hunting & Fishing ]
“Hunt and Learn” Turkey Weekend Great Oppurtuntity To Pass On The Hunting Traddition!
Join the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife Resources Division for a weekend of family fun at the new “Hunt and Learn” program at Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center (Mansfield, GA) on May 13-15, 2011...
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[ In Soccer ]
New Soccer Club for Dawson County
Dawson County Parks & Recreation has formally named United Futbol Academy as their partner for soccer in Dawson County. United Futbol Academy (United FA) is a non-profit, community-based organization committed to developing individual player’s soccer skills...
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[ In Outdoor Recreation ]
North Georgia Canopy Tours Expands Its Outdoor Adventures in 2011
North Georgia Canopy Tours welcomes 2011 with exciting additions and enhancements to its ultimate zipline operation in Lula, Georgia. A new zipline tour, a uniquely-designed disc golf course, geocaching, rustic camping and “glamping” underneath the stars in authentic teepees are added attractions that are transforming this destination into an outdoor adventure and entertainment center for groups, families and couples of all ages...
 
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[ In Football ]
Dawson County Continues Winning Tradition; Sets New Record
Two Dawson County Park and Recreation football teams traveled to Union County on Saturday, November 14 to compete in the North Georgia Youth Football Association (NGYFA) Super Bowl. One came home with the championship trophy and the other as the league runner up...
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Help Your Kids Stay Above the Influence this Summer
Mendes ATA Martial Arts has some terrific programs for kids to promote staying active, healthy, and positive this summer. Adult programs are also available. Join them Saturday, May 30th for an Open House Celebration and check out all their facility has to offer. Plus enter to win a free month...
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[ In Basketball ]
Register Now for Summer Basketball Camps
The Forsyth County Parks and Recreation Department will offer a variety of basketball camps this summer. To register or to receive more information, call 770.781.2215...
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[ In Football ]
Forsyth Central High School Football Preview
Click  to watch the 2009 Spring High School Football preview, recorded live at Good Ol' Days by ListenYourWay.com...
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[ In Baseball ]
City of Cumming Recreation Department 2009 Summer Athletics Schedule
Registration is now underway for these great summer camps...
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Covenant Lady Rams Advance to GCAA Championship Game
The Lady Rams advance to the GCAA championship after Friday's 9-2 victory over Shilo Hills...
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[ In Outdoor Recreation ]
Win an RV from Georgia’s State Park System
Stay Overnight between April 18 and May 25 and Be Qualified to Win a Family RV, Other Outdoor Prizes...
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Mende’s is a Great Place to Party
Mendes ATA Blackbelt Academy is a martial arts training facility for students of all ages, but Mendes is also a unique place to host a birthday party...
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[ In Outdoor Recreation ]
May 2009 Calendar for Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites
Click Here for the May 2009 Calendar from Georgia’s State Parks & Historic Sites.  More information is available at www.GeorgiaStateParks.org or 1-800-864-7275...
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College Scholarships: Getting Them
Anyone who has ever played a sport in high school will remember their "Glory Days" with great fondness.  They'll recall themselves as being the best of the best and playing for teams that would rival the current crop of state contenders.  Now there is a new way to keep those memories alive....
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Covenant Lady Rams Win GCAA Region Title
Tuesday's 3-0 victory over Cherokee secured the Lady Rams a first place spot in Region I of the GCAA. Playoffs begin April 24...
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