Governor Brian P. Kemp, in conjunction with the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD), recently announced that calendar year 2022 was record-breaking for the state’s tourism industry, welcoming the largest number of visitors the state has ever seen. Governor Kemp shared that 167.7…
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*Updated on August 31, 2023 Columbia County’s proximity to Clarks Hill Lake creates an abundance of public lands and natural resources full of incredible wildlife. Check out our hunting and fishing guide below for locations to hunt and/or fish and the species you can expect to find in Columbia…
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The Professional Disc Golf Association’s (PDGA) first professional major of the 2023 calendar year tees off on Thursday, April 20, 2023, at the International Disc Golf Center (IDGC) located within Wildwood Park in Columbia County in Appling, Ga. This will be the second running of The PDGA Champions…
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Beginning the week prior to the 87th Masters Tournament, an international field of women will compete in the fourth annual Augusta National Women’s Amateur, March 29- April 1, 2023 with over 54 holes of stroke play. Augusta National Women’s Amateur Schedule The first 36 holes will be contested over…
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Golf lovers around the country are getting excited for the renowned Masters Tournament, which always occurs the first full week of April. The event is the first of four major PGA championships in professional golf. Unlike the other tournaments, the Masters is always held in the same location, in our…
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When one thinks of the Masters Golf Tournament, iconic images of azaleas, pristine greens, the green jacket and some of the most thrilling golf moments come to mind. While the Masters is synonymous with springtime in Augusta, the weather can be fickle. To help you be better prepared, we have created…
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APPLING, Ga.– The second Major League Fishing (MLF) Tackle Warehouse Invitational event of the season is set to take place in Appling, Georgia, next week, Feb. 28- March 2, with the MLF Tackle Warehouse Invitational Stop 2 at Clarks Hill Lake. The MLF Tackle Warehouse Invitationals feature a roster…
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The third annual Shamrocks in the Park Scavenger Hunt begins March 1 and runs through March 18 at Savannah Rapids Park! Get the kids active as you search for hidden shamrocks around the park and learn a few interesting facts along the way. To participate: Stop by the Columbia County Visitors…
Read MoreLove is in the air!!! Valentine's Day is soon approaching so plan a special date night your Valentine will remember forever. Don't panic! We've done all the research for you. Check out these 5 fun date night ideas in Columbia County! Mastermind Escape Games: Strengthen the lines of communication as…
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Next month, B.A.S.S. will be bringing their College, High School, and Junior tournament circuit to Wilwood Park in Appling. This event offers young anglers a taste of high-level competition on one of the country’s best bass lakes. The Strike King Bassmaster College Series presented by Bass Pro…
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