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…
Georgia Rivers to host camping, paddling trip along…
CHATTAHOOCHEE - The Georgia Rivers will host a camping adventure with two new "paddle-in" parks along the Chattahoochee River. HIGHLIGHTS NEW RIVERLANDS PARKS Release: Georgia Rivers will host a two-day, two-night canoe/kayak camping adventure making…
Georgia Rivers plan weekend canoe/kayak trip on historic…
ATHENS - Georgia Rivers plans a weekend canoe/kayak trip to explore the history of Ebenezer and Abercorn Creeks in Effingham County. Release: History buffs and paddlers will float side-by-side during Georgia Rivers’ canoe/kayak adventure on…
Georgia Rivers’ honors President Carter’s environmental legacy
Photo: President Jimmy Carter on the Chattooga, 1973 (Photo credit: Doug Woodward) ATHENS - Georgia Rivers' honors the life and environmental legacy of President Jimmy Carter with photos and river conservation highlights. Release: As we celebrate the life of…
Georgia River Network reintroduces brand with new name,…
ATHENS - The Georgia River Network changes their brand image with a new name and logo to reflect the rivers and streams in Georgia. Release: Georgia River Network is the sole statewide advocacy group protecting…
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…
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…
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…
GRN makes exploring Georgia waterways easier with app
Georgia River Network releases a free trip planning mobile app as a tool to encourage the exploration of the states' water trails. Release: Adventure on Georgia’s rivers just got easier. Georgia River Network (GRN), the…