VALDOSTA — The Quality of Life Association celebrates black history month with a narrated living timeline showcasing many famous Black history figures of yesterday and today. The fundraising event titled, “All Shades Art Exhibit and…
New mapping tool to identify public access to…
Photo: Ebenezer Creek with its massive cypress trees is a tourism destination in Effingham County that supports multiple canoe/kayak outfitters. It is one of many streams that could be closed to the public if the…
GRN presents a new Ogeechee River water trail
ATHENS - A new water trail on the Ogeechee River is now an official part of the Georgia Water Trails Network. Release: Georgia River Network and Ogeechee Riverkeeper are proud to present a new water…
Registration is open for Georgia River Network kayak…
ATHENS - The Georgia River Network announces sign up is now open kayak skills and safety classes to help paddlers of all skill levels. Release: Interested in exploring Georgia’s wild rivers and paddling our state’s…
Applications are open for ACA Kayak Instructor Certification…
ATHENS - The Georgia River Network opens scholarship applications for the ACA Kayak Instructor Certification Course. Release: Training new kayak instructors is an important aspect of Georgia River Network’s mission to protect and connect people…
Georgia boating groups seek “Right to Float”
ATHENS - A recreational boating group are seeking to confirm the "Right to Float" for all Georgia's rivers and streams. Release: After decades of losing public access to popular boating destinations, a coalition of recreational…
Georgia River Network to hold 7-day river journey
LUMBER CITY - Over 250 people will participate in a Georgia River Network 7-day canoe/kayak journey down the Altamaha River. Release: This summer, more than 250 people will travel nearly the length of Altamaha River…
Georgians could lose boating freedom on state streams
ATLANTA - Georgians stand to lose freedom to boat on Georgia’s streams in wake of the House of Representatives committee’s recommendations. Release: Recent recommendations made by a Georgia House of Representatives study committee have raised concerns among…
Muscogee Nation Chief to be honored at Georgia…
ATHENS - Muscogee Nation Chief, David Hill, along with other Okefenokee Swamp Champions will be honored at this year's Georgia Rivers Gala. Release: Muscogee (Creek) Nation Chief David Hill, Senator Jon Ossoff, Representative Darlene Taylor…