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Adventures await in picturesque Dawson County D


awson County offers visitors and outdoor enthusiasts an opportunity for endless adventure! Breathe in fresh


mountain air while hiking to Amicalola Falls, the tallest cascading waterfall east of the Mississippi River. Gallop by horseback or mountain


bike through Dawson Forest. Paddle by canoe or kayak on the scenic Etowah and Amicalola rivers. Take things up a notch and take on the “Edge of the World,” the class IV whitewater rapids along the Amicalola River Trail, which is ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) compliant. North Georgia Outfitters offers many options for outdoor activities in Dawson County! The buzz is in the air about the Atlanta


Motorsports Park (AMP) opening in Dawson County very soon! The AMP will be the first green, sustainable motorsports facility and country club of its kind. The


At 729 feet, the breathtaking Amicalola Falls is the tallest cascading waterfall east of the Mississippi.


2-mile road course designed by famed Formula One architects will offer private garages and memberships, as well as opportunities for the public to drive their private vehicles at high speeds. Dawsonville Moonshine Distillery will


Around Back at Rocky’s Place is one of the nation’s premier folk art galleries.


also be opening in 2012. It’s no surprise a moonshine distillery would call this area home as Dawson County hosts The Moonshine Festival each October. The festival, now in its 45th year, explores Dawson Country’s history during the


Prohibition era and the Great Depression when running moonshine through the foothills of the Northeast Georgia mountains was a way of life. After stopping for moonshine, head to


the new family owned Crimson & Scarlett’s Vineyard for a fusion of traditional and sweet Georgia fruit wines set amidst a landscape of peaceful streams and mountain views. Don’t miss the North Georgia Premium Outlet Mall with more than 400 designer


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stores. Another retail adventure awaits at Around Back at Rocky’s Place, a sprawling, nationally renowned primitive folk art gallery with everything from face jugs and whimsical pottery to eclectic art pieces and outdoor sculpture. Also, feed your creative side at Bowen Center for the Arts, which also offers classes, events, and art exhibitions. Dawson County’s lodging options include


Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge, Forrest Hills Mountain Resort, Len Foote Hike Inn, and several brand name hotel chains. The county is also home to some terrific eateries. The award- winning Blue Bicycle is a jewel. Local favorites also include the family-friendly Dawsonville Pool Room, home of the famous Bully burger, and Julia’s Neighborhood Deli downtown. Newcomer Huck’s Apple Barn, a seasonal “hillbilly style” general store, will reopen soon, featuring milk from local dairies, fresh produce, canned goods, kiddie rides, and more.


Dawson County Convention & Visitors Bureau


P.O. Box 299, Dawsonville, GA 30534 (706) 265-6278


Email: m.williams@dawson.org Website: www.dawson.org • • •


Located in the foothills of the North Georgia mountains, just 50 minutes north of Atlanta, Dawsonville is surrounded by the scenic splendor of lakes and forests and is situated at the trailhead of the Appalachian Trail. Make plans to come visit soon!


Custom creations in wood, from concept to reality


are hand-made, one at a time, in his full- service woodworking shop. Schaefer’s definition of rustic refers not only to the style popular here in North Georgia but to the wood itself. By keeping the wood in as close to a natural state as possible, the true beauty can then be admired and appreciated.


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“Many times what you have to work with dictates what the finished piece will become,” says Schaefer. “For instance,


ustic yet refined – these are the words that most closely define the creations of woodworker Ted Schaefer. His custom pieces


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challenge of doing custom work continues to excite and motivate him. “Give me a picture, or just an idea, and I can give you options,” he says. Schaefer takes everything into consideration when providing you with exactly what you need and want. The space available for it inside or outside your home, the functionality, and even the wood to do the job help define the finished product. His expertise is not limited to the construction of new pieces. He has meticulously repaired and restored family heirlooms and precious possessions. Schaefer continues to be inspired by the


Ted Schaefer with refined oak door and rustic porch posts.


I love working with wild mountain laurel, with its sinuous shape and the natural beauty of the wood.” And the refined nature of his work is


Breakfast nook made from local pine.


apparent at first glance. “Everything I do is properly constructed, down to the smallest detail, out of the best materials


and built to last.” He has been a professional woodworker


since 1979 and a member of the Woodworker’s Guild of Georgia, and his gift has always been the ability to create anything from wood. Schaefer has never turned down a woodworking job. The


abundant variety of trees right outside his door. His home and shop are only minutes from the awe-inspiring Amicalola State Park. For one-of-a-kind design, skill and creativity, take a journey into the world of wood with Ted Schaefer at Amicalola Wood Works.


Amicalola Wood Works Dawsonville, GA 30534 (706) 216-4388


Email: tedschaefer@windstream.net


Website: www.amicalolawoodworks.com • • •


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