This week we bring back the information specialist, Joe Sewell, to discuss fishing in Carters Lake and surrounding rivers. In addition, Ron and Asa discuss the upcoming Back to School Bash.

Have you ever wanted to make wine? Like, real wine from the vines to the bottle to the tasting room? Well, you’re living in the right community. Gilmer IS wine country! Cindi Jackson of Grapes and Ladders Vineyards and Winery talks about the fact it’s time for the harvest, and this local vineyard needs volunteers to help bring in the grapes. What an adventure! Be a part of the new and exciting wine flavors and slushies.

Ron and Asa chat about two new ribbon-cutting events with Ellijay Mushroom and Roo Mountain Vineyards.

Asa Jones highlights some of the most exciting PEP Talks so far. Enjoy this "Best of..." and let us know which were your favorite podcasts thus far.

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Join Jennifer Grimmer and Caitlin Neal as they discuss the new Sips, Sweets, and Antiques trails in beautiful Ellijay.

Joe Sewell is a Gilmer County information specialist and a travel counselor. Listen in as Joe discusses Gilmer County's many attractions, including apple orchards, hiking trails, and water activities. 

Michelle Kellogg with the Coosawattee River Resort shares information about the upcoming Pickin’ Concert Series, Summer School Bash, and the Trick-or-Treat event coming this fall.

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In 1996, Georgia established a state-wide chapter of the Trail of Tears Association, ten years after the country identified the official trail, which began in Chattanooga and stretched to the west. This definition of the Trail of Tears failed to include Alabama, North Carolina, and Georgia. In 2006, the Trail of Tears Association was able to correct the error. 

Even today, Georgia has a great number of locations that have yet to be identified as viable preservation sites. "Any time I pass a [structure] that's covered over with asphalt shingles, I want to go rip it off because I know there's a cabin underneath that probably dates to the Cherokees," exclaims Leslie Thomas, president of the Georgia Association of the Trail of Tears.###

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Danny Myrick is one of the many songwriters who will be featured at the Ellijay Songwriters Festival this Memorial Day weekend. Danny has written hit songs for artists like Jason Aldean, Tim McGraw, and Craig Morgan.

This podcast features Danny Myrick’s original song “I Love This Life.”

Ellijay Songwriters Festival 2023

May 25–28, 2023

The festival features songwriters performing live in Ellijay's Finest Wineries. Enjoy 39 performances over three days by 18 Nashville and Georgia songwriters.

Host wineries include Buckley Vineyards, Canoe Vineyard & Winery, Chateau Meichtry, Cartecay Vineyards, Engelheim Vineyards, and Grapes & Ladders Winery. Performances will also take place at the George Link, Jr. Gilmer Arts Playhouse.

Featured songwriters include Dylan Altman, Corey Crowder, Wyatt Espalin, Brandon Kinney, Megan Linville, Chase McGill, Danny Myrick, Jeremy Stover, Drew Ashworth, John Cable, Leah Belle Faser, Cotter Hill, Maddie Lane, Mark Miller, Surrender Hill, Grace Milton, Matt Rogers, Anna Shinholster, and Adrian Stover.

The Gilmer Arts Playhouse

Mr. Terry Ellis shares information about the Raising the Roof Building Fund, a community-driven revitalization of the George Link, Jr. Gilmer Arts Playhouse. The adjoining building will be part of the playhouse, and fundraising is underway. You can help raise funds by visiting www.GalleryFund.org, www.GilmerArts.com, and by attending several special events in the coming weeks.

May 18–21

June 10

June 24

Experience a one-of-a-kind Blue Ridge Appalachian Mountains adventure at Picture Perfect Adventures. Jessica Carmichael paints a colorful picture of this mountain haven. You’ll enjoy horseback riding and ATV-guided trail experiences on their private 90-acre estate in the beautiful Georgia mountains. This getaway has a creek, lake, horses, ATVs, and waterfalls. www.pictureperfectexperiences.com