Winter hiking is big fun in Georgia's Blue Ridge, and it sure beats a boring treadmill workout. Come on up for the best hiking in the south and get fit on the Appalachian Trail instead of the gym. get the skinny here...

Learn something new! Only in Blue Ridge can you learn how to make your own custom bamboo fly rod with renowned fly rod craftsman Bill Oyster. catch info here...

Discover your creative side. If your fantasy is to write the great American novel, the Blue Ridge Writers Conference, March 30 and 31 at The Art Center, is the place for you. Nationally known writers share the secrets of the trade and ways to get published. read about it...

Get rid of the stress of the holidays and save money at the same time! Winter is the perfect time to rent a cozy mountain cabin or luxury vacation home in Georgia's Blue Ridge. Stress therapy includes a toasty fire, a gorgeous mountain view, and bubbly outdoor hot tub. check in today...

Put a little romance in your life! Make reservations now for a romantic Valentine's weekend getaway. Have dinner for two in your cabin by the fire or at one of our fabulous restaurants. How about an in-cabin massage or a couple's massage at one of our wonderful day spas? connect hearts here...

The best gift is a great experience with friends and family. Whether it's a Girlfriend's Get-away, Guy's Fishing Trip, Family Reunion or Couple's Getaway, Georgia's Blue Ridge has unique activities you can combine to make your time with special friends and loved ones memorable. more...

Have some fun! The second annual Fire & Ice Chili Cookoff is coming President's Day weekend to downtown Blue Ridge! Last year was so much fun you don't want to miss it. Ice carving, amazing ice sculptures, chili samples, live music and even an ice skating rink! get details here...

Get those guys out into the outdoors! Here's one of the best experiences – fly fishing in Georgia's Trout Fishing Capital on the pristine Toccoa River. Make a whole weekend of it in the middle of some of the wildest places in the southern USA. Delayed Harvest season is the time for big trout in special regulation sections of the Toccoa. details here...

Chill out and listen to some great live music. The biggest secret in the mountains is the new live music scene in Blue Ridge, beginning with great up and coming country stars at the Whistlestop Grill. Live Music is Better is a new series at the Blue Ridge Community Theater, featuring top musicians in an intimate theater setting, and there's much more. get info...

Explore the past! Did the Mayans come as far north as the mountains of North Georgia? Read all about the new discoveries then decide for yourself. Then come on up for a fascinating and unique outdoor adventure in the mountains and explore ancient ruins near Blue Ridge. explore...

Do something different. Take a Horseback Ride and Hunt for Fairy Crosses with Adventure Trail Rides in Blue Ridge. These unusual little mineral crosses are found only in very special places in the mountains. These outfitters know just where they are and you can do it on a horseback adventure! get info...

Get inspired in Blue Ridge's gorgeous all-natural setting. Winter is a time of long mountain views, open areas where you can see wildlife, vast forests revealing themselves and scenery unparalleled anywhere in the South. Combine exploring with all the other great local activities. Our series of self-guided driving tours make it easy to put together an afternoon, weekend or day-long adventure. Download them for Free! More info right here...