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Here are some of the favorites in the region SOUTH of the SMOKIES. Step back in time and visit historic sites. Enjoy the best of small towns in the US. A variety of outdoor adventure activities await kids at heart and kids of any age. These are favorites of locals. Let us and those who share save you time by linking with some of the best sites in the region. If you love trains, let us know how you enjoy these.
Seniors Excursions
Before heading out to explore aparts of the country, or to travel internationally, our backyard is worth exploring. This is convenient to those who rather stay local or who have never taken the time to appreciate the opportunities SOUTH of the SMOKIES. aFeel free to share your favorites for other seniors to enjoy, as we list them for the convenience. Stay update to experience the best of small towns in the US.
Seniors Excursions
Before heading out to explore aparts of the country, or to travel internationally, our backyard is worth exploring. This is convenient to those who rather stay local or who have never taken the time to appreciate the opportunities SOUTH of the SMOKIES. aFeel free to share your favorites for other seniors to enjoy, as we list them for the convenience. Stay update to experience the best of small towns in the US.
ALL ABOARD-Trains
Here are some of the best sites with information about trains SOUTH of the SMOKIES. Let us and those who share save you time by linking with some of the best sites in the region. If you love trains, let us know how you enjoy these.
North Alabama Railroad Museum
The North Alabama Railroad Museum offers a tour, special events, and excursion rides. Located in the historic Rocket City. Train enthusiast will enjoy seeing history unfold. Perhaps, schedule a train excursion. (narm.info) HUNTSVILLE, AL
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Southern Inspiration
Venture back to an era when the Western Hemisphere was a fertile mission field. Learn how some of the early pioneers were arrested for their continued service to the Native Americans as they were forced to march west. Climb the world’s largest Ten Commandments. Stay at one of America’s featured Christian retreats. Discover some of the country’s oldest churches. Tour the home of a President. Take a tour of an old settlement of a group who were exiled to the New World.
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Foodie Favorites
In the southwestern region of the Appalachian Foothills, what makes us more unique than the local flavor? These places make a great starting point for any day trip. After all, eating is one of the first things we do on a road trip. Visit a diner that still has an operating pay phone and has served guests when they opened their door during WWII.
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Outdoor Adventure
If you love the great outdoors, enjoy activities for every age , youth to adult. Checkout the variety of events and plan your visit. Dont forget to bring your camera. Links and sites are mentioned while saving you time searching for the regional favorites SOUTH of the SMOKIES.
Alabama Birding Trail
Birdwatching attractions visitors from across the nation and internationally. See Gods creation soar. Some of the sites will take your through some of Alabama's beautiful state parks. Spend time watching nature in its habitat. There are events you can checkout through the year. Be sure to bring your camera.
Garden Tours
Gibbs Gardens
Checkout what is in season. Throughout the year, they offer a variety of festivals, workshops, and events. Gibbs Gardens has become one of the gems that has put nw Georgia on the map. Plan your visit and attend on of the many opportunities. GibbsGardens.com
Christmas All Year Long
For Those Who Love Christmas
.... Year Around
ALWAYS CHRISTMAS is open year around. Convenient to the downtown of Hiawasee, GA. There are plenty of things in this mountain town that will add to your visit.
Hiawasee, GA.
All About Farms
Georgia Farms
Farms can be a fun adventure throughout the year. Here are some of the best events across the state. Checkout the opportunities at GeorgiaGrown.com
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Kids Adventure
Free Passes At Your Local Library
Who said attractions had to be expensive. Libraries in the state of GA offers free passes you can checkout. Go to this website for more info, or visit your local library.
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Ongoing Activities For All Ages
Worth checking out at your local library. Yes, that is right. Seniors and adults of all ages. Teens and youth of all ages. Toddlers and younger. Your local library has a reservoir. Visit the website here. wgrls.org
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Visit Local Museums Free
With the cold weather still blowing in, step back in time while staying cozy inside. This is a good time to check out to see what museums are participating in the day passes at your local library. wgrls.org
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South'S Oldest Symphony
The ROME SYMPHONY is the oldest in the South. Checkout their schedule. ROME, GA.
CIVIL WAR SHERMAN LOST-AUG (Dallas-GA)
The War Between States devistated the SOUTH. If the war had been fought like this battle, would it had been different? Regardless, the Union Army had 1600 losses to the Confederates 500.