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Natural Heritage Tourism and Outdoor Recreation in Northeast Georgia Region

 Birding and Wildlife Viewing

   
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The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Bird Watching
By:

Bird watching continues to grow in popularity among folks of all ages.  The hobby—otherwise known as birding—is an excellent way to enjoy nature and become acquainted with all things winged.

 

Bird Trails and Important Bird Areas
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A Bird Trail is more than a trail in the literal sense.  It is a “necklace” of sites, usually linked by a physiographic feature such as a river, that are united by the theme of “great for bird watching!”  Birding Trails are essentially driving routes that help you get from one prime birding spot to the next.

 

Show Birding and Wildlife Viewing Organizations & Professionals (40)
There are 40 resources serving Northeast Georgia Region in the following categories:
map itMap of Birding and Wildlife Viewing Organizations & Professionals serving Northeast Georgia Region
Ecotourism
Almost Eden
John, Bonnie, & Jeff McMillian - Merryville, LA
American Hiking Society
- Silver Spring, MD
Clybel WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - Mansfield, GA
Clyde Shepherd Nature Preserve
- Decatur, GA
Ecologic
Duane H. Buelow - President & Chief Technology Officer - Oshkosh, WI
Elbert County WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - Elberton, GA
Enota Mountain Retreat
Suan Freed - Owner - Hiawassee, GA
Fort Yargo State Park
- Winder, GA
Gaither WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - Avalon, GA
Georgia Birding and Wildlife Trails
- Social Circle, GA
Georgia Department of Natural Resources
Parks, Recreation and Historic Sites Division - Stockbridge, GA
Hard Labor Creek State Park
- Rutledge, GA
Henry's Fork Ranch
Bill + Teresa Fuchs - Owners - Chester, ID
Hunting Land Advisors
Stephen Ruckman - Founder - Mount Washington, KY
Lower Broad River WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - Elberton, GA
Monarch Viewing
Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History - Pacific Grove, CA
Oconee WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - White Plains, GA
Rails-to-Trails Conservancy
- Washington, DC
Rancho Esquon
- Durham, CA
Redlands WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - Greensboro, GA
Richard B. Russell State Park
- Elberton, GA
Sandy Creek Nature Center
- Athens, GA
Walton WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - Social Circle, GA
Watson Mill Bridge State Park
- Comer, GA
Guides Outfitters and Hunt Clubs
Apalachee Plantation Hunting Club
- Danielsville, GA
Big Horn Outfitters
Ralph Richardson - Braselton, GA
Elbert County Gun Club
- Elberton, GA
Hunting Sports Plus
Daryl Traylor - Blue Springs, MO
State and Federal Land
Clybel WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - Mansfield, GA
Clyde Shepherd Nature Preserve
- Decatur, GA
Elbert County WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - Elberton, GA
Fort Yargo State Park
- Winder, GA
Gaither WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - Avalon, GA
Hard Labor Creek State Park
- Rutledge, GA
Julie Ann Gustanski, PhD, LLM
Resource Dimensions - Principal - Gig Harbor, WA
Lower Broad River WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - Elberton, GA
Michael Hart
LandVest, Inc. - Senior Appraiser - Boston, MA
Oconee WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - White Plains, GA
Redlands WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - Greensboro, GA
Walton WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - Social Circle, GA

 Hunting and Sport Fishing

   
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Conservation's Latest Problem? Not Enough Hunters
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No matter how you feel about hunting, it provides a lot of funding for state wildlife agencies. Now, fewer Americans are hunting, and that system is breaking down.

 

Deer Herd Management For Georgia Hunters
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Wildlife biologists of the Georgia Wildlife Resources Division Deer Committee prepared this booklet. This is the third revision and reprinting of this publication since 1988.

 

Find a National Forest in the South

The Southern Region covers thirteen states--a vast area stretching from Texas on the western side, Virginia on the north, and down to Puerto Rico on the south. You'll find a wide variety of forest environments, including the only tropical forest (El Yunque) in the agency. Find a forest nearest you!

 

Fee Fishing - An Introduction
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The basic types of operations and associated business considerations. A list of all Southern Regional Aquaculture Center factsheets (more than 150) are available at https://srac.t ...

 

Fee Fishing - Location, Site Development and Other Considerations
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Discusses clientele, permitting, advertising, location, design and security, water source, concessions, time of operations, signs, and safety and liability.& ...

 

The Ultimate Food Plot
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One of the first things that every fledgling wildlife manager learns is that nutrition is the key to attracting and keeping big bucks. The second thing they learn is how expensive it is to grow good food plots.

 

A Guide to Successful Wildlife Food Plots - Blending Science with Common Sense
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This publication provides technical guidance and practical information for wildlife management beyond planting and managing food plots.  ...

 

Hunters - A Force for Conservation
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Hunting seasons are starting to open, making this a great time to commemorate the important role that hunters play in habitat conservation.

 

Show Hunting and Sport Fishing Organizations & Professionals (18)
There are 18 resources serving Northeast Georgia Region in the following categories:
map itMap of Hunting and Sport Fishing Organizations & Professionals serving Northeast Georgia Region
Guides Outfitters and Hunt Clubs
Apalachee Plantation Hunting Club
- Danielsville, GA
Big Horn Outfitters
Ralph Richardson - Braselton, GA
Elbert County Gun Club
- Elberton, GA
Hunting Sports Plus
Daryl Traylor - Blue Springs, MO
Land Leasing
American Hunting Lease Association
Steve Meng - President - Fishers, IN
Cain Planting Company
Hunt Ark Duck - McCrory, AR
Evr-green Management Group, Inc
Matt S. Campbell - President - Rome, GA
Hull Forest Products
- Pomfret Center, CT
Hunting Land Advisors
Stephen Ruckman - Founder - Mount Washington, KY
Hunting Sports Plus
Daryl Traylor - Blue Springs, MO
LandTrust
- Bozeman, MT
Rayonier Hunting & Recreation
- Yulee, FL
Resource Analytical & Management Group, LLC
Billy K. Lemons - President & Principal Consultant - Nacogdoches, TX
Robert C. Crane
Woodland Management Service - Consulting Forester - Stevens Point, WI
Weyerhaeuser Outdoor Recreation Leases
- Madison, GA
Wildlife Cooperative
Jerry deBin - Forester, Wildlife Biologist, Land Agent - Rayle, GA
Lodges and Ranches
Acadiane' Expeditions, Ltd.
- West Franklin, LA
Henry's Fork Ranch
Bill + Teresa Fuchs - Owners - Chester, ID

 Nature-Based Tourism

   
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National Wildlife Refuge System - National Wildlife Refuge Locator

Find a Refuge Near You 

Nearly 46 million people visit national wildlife refuges each year. Visitors and local communities recognize refuges as national treasures:

  • Wildlife refuges are home to more than 700 species of birds, 220 species of mammals, 250 reptile and amphibian species and more than 200 species of fish.
  • Fifty-nine refuges have been established with a primary purpose of conserving threatened or endangered species.
  • 280 of the 1,200-plus federally-listed threatened or endangered species in the U.S. are found on units of the Refuge System.

 

 

Fee Fishing - An Introduction
By:

The basic types of operations and associated business considerations. A list of all Southern Regional Aquaculture Center factsheets (more than 150) are available at https://srac.t ...

 

Fee Fishing - Location, Site Development and Other Considerations
By:

Discusses clientele, permitting, advertising, location, design and security, water source, concessions, time of operations, signs, and safety and liability.& ...

 

Decontamination Documentation for Cavers
By:

The US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) strongly recommends, first and foremost, compliance with all cave closures, advisories, and regulations in all Federal, State,Tribal, and private lands.

 

What is Natural Heritage Tourism

Natural heritage tourism (or geotourism as defined by National Geographic) is defined as tourism that sustains or enhances the geographical character of a place—its environment, culture, aesthetics, heritage, and the well-being of its residents.

 

Bird Trails and Important Bird Areas
By:

A Bird Trail is more than a trail in the literal sense.  It is a “necklace” of sites, usually linked by a physiographic feature such as a river, that are united by the theme of “great for bird watching!”  Birding Trails are essentially driving routes that help you get from one prime birding spot to the next.

 

Rural Bounty

Explore North America's Rural Bounty

Discover the rich bounty of farm fresh fruits and vegetables, outdoor activities, and family fun that our rural countryside has to offer!

  • Daytrip or Vacation to a Farm or Ranch
  • Pick Your Own-Fruits, Pumpkins, Trees
  • Discover Charming Countryside Wineries
  • Challenge Your Hunting & Outdoor Skills

In the U.S. and Canada, there are approximately 65,000 farms and ranches that invite the public to visit, and more and more are becoming members on the Rural Bounty website. We invite you to come back often to plan relaxing day trips, or weeks away, enjoying the Rural Bounty of North America.  Visit website »

 

 

Show Nature-Based Tourism Organizations & Professionals (90)
There are 90 resources serving Northeast Georgia Region in the following categories:
map itMap of Nature-Based Tourism Organizations & Professionals serving Northeast Georgia Region
Agritourism
Aaron Family Orchards
- Ellijay, GA
Banks Crossing Market
- Commerce, GA
Berry's Christmas Tree Farm
- Covington, GA
Brussel’s Bonsai Nursery, LLC
Brussel Martin - Owner - Olive Branch, MS
Buffalo Creek Berry Farm
- Lexington, GA
Damn Good Dawg Farms
- Watkinsville, GA
Farm2Flour
Josh Thorsbrough - Owner - Alvin, IL
Farmingwork.com
Nick Dorrell - Industry, TX
Five Islands Farm
- Georgetown, ME
Forager
- Portland, ME
Georgia Grown
Georgia Department of Agriculture - Atlanta, GA
Georgia Grown - Georgia Department of Agriculture
Cheryl Smith - Agritourism Manager - Atlanta, GA
Georgia Grown Trails
- Adel, GA
Hemi Blueberry Farm
- Greensboro, GA
Hunting Land Advisors
Stephen Ruckman - Founder - Mount Washington, KY
Jensen Reserve
- Loganville, GA
Joy Company Market
- Braselton, GA
Mitcham Farm
- Oxford, GA
Monticello Farmer's Market
Monticello-jasper County Chamber Of Commerce - Monticello, GA
Moon Farms Country Market
- Colbert, GA
O5 Farms
- Jefferson, GA
Rancho Esquon
- Durham, CA
San Pedro Ranch
Chase Currie - Carrizo Springs, TX
Simply Southard
- Commerce, GA
Spring Creek Aquatic Concepts
Bradden Kerr - Senior Fishery Biologist - Tualatin, OR
Sweets Berry Farm
- Rutledge, GA
Tuckaway Blueberrry Farm
- Loganville, GA
Tuckaway Blueberry Farm
- Loganville, GA
Twin Run Flower Farm
- Watkinsville, GA
Vista of Maine
Christine Strout - Manager - Greene, ME
Washington Farms
- Bogart, GA
Campgrounds
Clybel WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - Mansfield, GA
Elbert County WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - Elberton, GA
Enota Mountain Retreat
Suan Freed - Owner - Hiawassee, GA
Fort Yargo State Park
- Winder, GA
Gaither WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - Avalon, GA
Hard Labor Creek State Park
- Rutledge, GA
Lower Broad River WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - Elberton, GA
Oconee WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - White Plains, GA
Redlands WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - Greensboro, GA
Richard B. Russell State Park
- Elberton, GA
Walton WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - Social Circle, GA
Watson Mill Bridge State Park
- Comer, GA
White's Creek Lake Campground
- Eupora, MS
Ecotourism
Almost Eden
John, Bonnie, & Jeff McMillian - Merryville, LA
American Hiking Society
- Silver Spring, MD
Clybel WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - Mansfield, GA
Clyde Shepherd Nature Preserve
- Decatur, GA
Ecologic
Duane H. Buelow - President & Chief Technology Officer - Oshkosh, WI
Elbert County WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - Elberton, GA
Enota Mountain Retreat
Suan Freed - Owner - Hiawassee, GA
Fort Yargo State Park
- Winder, GA
Gaither WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - Avalon, GA
Georgia Birding and Wildlife Trails
- Social Circle, GA
Georgia Department of Natural Resources
Parks, Recreation and Historic Sites Division - Stockbridge, GA
Hard Labor Creek State Park
- Rutledge, GA
Henry's Fork Ranch
Bill + Teresa Fuchs - Owners - Chester, ID
Hunting Land Advisors
Stephen Ruckman - Founder - Mount Washington, KY
Lower Broad River WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - Elberton, GA
Monarch Viewing
Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History - Pacific Grove, CA
Oconee WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - White Plains, GA
Rails-to-Trails Conservancy
- Washington, DC
Rancho Esquon
- Durham, CA
Redlands WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - Greensboro, GA
Richard B. Russell State Park
- Elberton, GA
Sandy Creek Nature Center
- Athens, GA
Walton WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - Social Circle, GA
Watson Mill Bridge State Park
- Comer, GA
Landscape Architects / Land Planning
Design Workshop
Anna Laybourn - Principal - Aspen, CO
DHM Design
- Denver, CO
Field Sport Concepts, LTD
- Charlottesville, VA
Great Ecology
- San Diego, CA
Living Habitats LLC
Heidi Natura, PLA, ASLA, LEED AP - Principal & CEO - Chicago, IL
Metro Blooms
Becky Rice - Executive Director - Minneapolis, MN
Peter W. NeSmith
Water & Air Research, Inc - Plant Ecologist/Botanist - Gainesville, FL
PlanIt Forward
Patrick Crist - Principal - Broomfield, CO
PPM Consultants
- Monroe, LA
Thomas L. Daniels
University of Pennsylvania School of Design - Professor of City and Regional Planning - Philadelphia, PA
State and Federal Land
Clybel WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - Mansfield, GA
Clyde Shepherd Nature Preserve
- Decatur, GA
Elbert County WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - Elberton, GA
Fort Yargo State Park
- Winder, GA
Gaither WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - Avalon, GA
Hard Labor Creek State Park
- Rutledge, GA
Julie Ann Gustanski, PhD, LLM
Resource Dimensions - Principal - Gig Harbor, WA
Lower Broad River WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - Elberton, GA
Michael Hart
LandVest, Inc. - Senior Appraiser - Boston, MA
Oconee WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - White Plains, GA
Redlands WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - Greensboro, GA
Walton WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - Social Circle, GA

 Outdoor Recreation

   
Show Articles on Outdoor Recreation (7)
The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Bird Watching
By:

Bird watching continues to grow in popularity among folks of all ages.  The hobby—otherwise known as birding—is an excellent way to enjoy nature and become acquainted with all things winged.

 

National Wildlife Refuge System - National Wildlife Refuge Locator

Find a Refuge Near You 

Nearly 46 million people visit national wildlife refuges each year. Visitors and local communities recognize refuges as national treasures:

  • Wildlife refuges are home to more than 700 species of birds, 220 species of mammals, 250 reptile and amphibian species and more than 200 species of fish.
  • Fifty-nine refuges have been established with a primary purpose of conserving threatened or endangered species.
  • 280 of the 1,200-plus federally-listed threatened or endangered species in the U.S. are found on units of the Refuge System.

 

 

Find a National Forest in the South

The Southern Region covers thirteen states--a vast area stretching from Texas on the western side, Virginia on the north, and down to Puerto Rico on the south. You'll find a wide variety of forest environments, including the only tropical forest (El Yunque) in the agency. Find a forest nearest you!

 

Fee Fishing - An Introduction
By:

The basic types of operations and associated business considerations. A list of all Southern Regional Aquaculture Center factsheets (more than 150) are available at https://srac.t ...

 

Fee Fishing - Location, Site Development and Other Considerations
By:

Discusses clientele, permitting, advertising, location, design and security, water source, concessions, time of operations, signs, and safety and liability.& ...

 

Decontamination Documentation for Cavers
By:

The US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) strongly recommends, first and foremost, compliance with all cave closures, advisories, and regulations in all Federal, State,Tribal, and private lands.

 

What is Natural Heritage Tourism

Natural heritage tourism (or geotourism as defined by National Geographic) is defined as tourism that sustains or enhances the geographical character of a place—its environment, culture, aesthetics, heritage, and the well-being of its residents.

 

Show Outdoor Recreation Organizations & Professionals (55)
There are 55 resources serving Northeast Georgia Region in the following categories:
map itMap of Outdoor Recreation Organizations & Professionals serving Northeast Georgia Region
Agritourism
Aaron Family Orchards
- Ellijay, GA
Banks Crossing Market
- Commerce, GA
Berry's Christmas Tree Farm
- Covington, GA
Brussel’s Bonsai Nursery, LLC
Brussel Martin - Owner - Olive Branch, MS
Buffalo Creek Berry Farm
- Lexington, GA
Damn Good Dawg Farms
- Watkinsville, GA
Farm2Flour
Josh Thorsbrough - Owner - Alvin, IL
Farmingwork.com
Nick Dorrell - Industry, TX
Five Islands Farm
- Georgetown, ME
Forager
- Portland, ME
Georgia Grown
Georgia Department of Agriculture - Atlanta, GA
Georgia Grown - Georgia Department of Agriculture
Cheryl Smith - Agritourism Manager - Atlanta, GA
Georgia Grown Trails
- Adel, GA
Hemi Blueberry Farm
- Greensboro, GA
Hunting Land Advisors
Stephen Ruckman - Founder - Mount Washington, KY
Jensen Reserve
- Loganville, GA
Joy Company Market
- Braselton, GA
Mitcham Farm
- Oxford, GA
Monticello Farmer's Market
Monticello-jasper County Chamber Of Commerce - Monticello, GA
Moon Farms Country Market
- Colbert, GA
O5 Farms
- Jefferson, GA
Rancho Esquon
- Durham, CA
San Pedro Ranch
Chase Currie - Carrizo Springs, TX
Simply Southard
- Commerce, GA
Spring Creek Aquatic Concepts
Bradden Kerr - Senior Fishery Biologist - Tualatin, OR
Sweets Berry Farm
- Rutledge, GA
Tuckaway Blueberrry Farm
- Loganville, GA
Tuckaway Blueberry Farm
- Loganville, GA
Twin Run Flower Farm
- Watkinsville, GA
Vista of Maine
Christine Strout - Manager - Greene, ME
Washington Farms
- Bogart, GA
Ecotourism
Almost Eden
John, Bonnie, & Jeff McMillian - Merryville, LA
American Hiking Society
- Silver Spring, MD
Clybel WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - Mansfield, GA
Clyde Shepherd Nature Preserve
- Decatur, GA
Ecologic
Duane H. Buelow - President & Chief Technology Officer - Oshkosh, WI
Elbert County WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - Elberton, GA
Enota Mountain Retreat
Suan Freed - Owner - Hiawassee, GA
Fort Yargo State Park
- Winder, GA
Gaither WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - Avalon, GA
Georgia Birding and Wildlife Trails
- Social Circle, GA
Georgia Department of Natural Resources
Parks, Recreation and Historic Sites Division - Stockbridge, GA
Hard Labor Creek State Park
- Rutledge, GA
Henry's Fork Ranch
Bill + Teresa Fuchs - Owners - Chester, ID
Hunting Land Advisors
Stephen Ruckman - Founder - Mount Washington, KY
Lower Broad River WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - Elberton, GA
Monarch Viewing
Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History - Pacific Grove, CA
Oconee WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - White Plains, GA
Rails-to-Trails Conservancy
- Washington, DC
Rancho Esquon
- Durham, CA
Redlands WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - Greensboro, GA
Richard B. Russell State Park
- Elberton, GA
Sandy Creek Nature Center
- Athens, GA
Walton WMA
Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division - Social Circle, GA
Watson Mill Bridge State Park
- Comer, GA