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The Southern Fishing Report - July 3, 2009

Sat, 04 Jul 2009 12:18:05 UT

Bass fishing is holding steady with anglers weighing in around 8 to 10 pounds of fish on average during the night tournaments. There is a good bite occurring between 5:30 a.m. and 6:30 a.m. with the best bite occurring during the same times in the evening.

Tugaloo River History Tour

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:21:59 UT

On Saturday, July 11, the Stephens County Foundation will be sponsoring a canoe/kayak river history tour of the Tugaloo Corridor.

Army Corps of Engineers to waive recreation fees August 1-9, 2009

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 01:00:30 UT

WASHINGTON, D.C.– The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced today it will waive all day use fees from Aug. 1-9, 2009 at its more than 2,400 Corps-operated recreation sites nationwide. This will include Corps-operated sites at Lakes Thurmond and Hartwell in the upper Savannah River Basin.

Stay Safe 4th of July Holiday Weekend

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 17:00:08 UT

So far this year in Georgia, there have been 58 boating incidents resulting in 40 injuries and 5 boating incident-related fatalities. Additionally, there have been 21 drownings on public waters. Conservation Rangers have issued 69 boating under the influence (BUI) citations statewide.

Hartwell DHEC Fish Advisory

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 13:00:57 UT

On Tuesday, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control placed Hartwell, Jocassee, Russell and Thurmond lakes under advisories for various species of game fish.

The Southern Fishing Report - June 26, 2009

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 12:54:10 UT

Bass fishing remains pretty good, despite all the warm weather

Georgia Blueberries

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:00:44 UT

Fortunately, blueberry fans all over Georgia can expect a bumper crop from the rabbiteye variety. “It will be the largest crop of rabbiteye blueberries we’ve had in several years,”

Jet-Skis For Rent

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 11:59:39 UT

Monday's Marine - Hartwell, GA
On water boat service - Jetski rental & repair
Cell (706) 436-0474 Home (706) 377-3735

Oconee Conservatory of Fine Arts Summer Programs

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 13:00:24 UT

Summer Arts Camps for Kids are listed In the Arts Calendar at http://www.ocfasc.org/conservatory_calendar.htm

Feeding Summer Hummingbirds

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 13:00:28 UT

"Hummingbirds are as fascinating to study as they are beautiful to watch," said Laurel Barnhill, bird conservation coordinator with the S.C. Department of Natural Resources (DNR) in Columbia. Barnhill encourages South Carolina residents to landscape with flowers, hang out a feeder and invite hummingbirds to lunch: "In return, they'll entertain you with their antics and add a little color to your life."

OCONEE, PICKENS AND ANDERSON COUNTIES FORGE PARTNERSHIP

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 21:48:55 UT

ANDERSON COUNTY –- On Friday, June 19^th, leaders from the Tri-County area met to discuss the effects of the economic downturn on our region and to forge a partnership focused on mutually beneficial collaboration and joint economic development. Council Chairmen from Oconee, Pickens and Anderson Counties met with Tri-County Technical College President Ronnie Booth and Tri-County Vice President for Economic Development John Lummus with the mission to form a cohesive vision for the economic advancement of the Tri-County region and to work toward resolution of issues dealing with the Tri-county Landfill.

Upstate SC Tourism Action Plan Unveiled

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 17:29:33 UT

Tourism in the Upstate of South Carolina generated $1.5 billion in 2007 from between 4 and 5 million visitors, around 15% of the states total. It supports approximately 15,000 jobs and provides nearlt $100 million in taxes.

$1 Million available for Specialty Crops

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 13:00:07 UT

Irvin says $909,576.44 in U.S. Dept. of Agriculture (USDA) funds will be awarded on a competitive basis for developmental projects that support and enhance the competitiveness of Georgia Specialty Crops. Awards will be presented for projects that can successfully measure the greatest return on investment of the federal dollars. Grants of $10,000 up to $150,000 will be awarded for up to three years.

Hotels Have Come A Long Way Since The Days Of Stagecoach Travel

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 13:00:29 UT

Interesting story about Travelers Rest in Toccoa

The Southern Fishing Report - June 19, 2009

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 14:28:33 UT

Bass fishing has slowed down some due to the increasing heat and heavy boat traffic. This is normal for June, July and August. Getting out on the water really early or night fishing will increase your odds on quality bass this week.