If all this sounds like our Chapter might be a good fit for you, please accept our invitation to visit. Most of the people who live in Dahlonega, Georgia, today missed the first gold rush there that occurred in 1828. In all cases, your knowledge will be enhanced, and your skill improved. Welcome to the Dahlonega Courthouse Gold Museum, a Georgia state historic site that takes you on a journey back in time to Americas first gold rush. The Jaycees estimate a turnout of 200,000 people for the weekend we hope you’ll be one of them. Monthly programs offer topics ranging from fly tying, exotic fishing destinations such as Alaska and the American West, to presentations by experts on entomology and stream health, and sometimes – show and tell time by the members themselves. At your leisure, learn about Dahlonega’s Gold history, Georgia’s Lumpkin County legacy America’s first major Gold Rush. The Gold Rush Days Festival is an annual production of the Dahlonega-Lumpkin County Jaycees an organization dedicated to the betterment of the community largely through developing strong, morally upright servant leaders. Please check our Calendar to be sure of our meeting location and date. ![]() There are exceptions to meeting dates and locations. Except for the summer months we typically meet at Camp Glisson in Dahlonega, GA. Consolidated Gold Mine, 185 Consolidated Gold Mine Rd., Dahlonega, GA 30533 (near Wal-Mart), 706.864.8473. Our chapter normally meets the first Tuesday of every month. From regularly assisting various State and Federal agencies with stream improvement projects, to our own grant supported “Embrace A Stream” project on Cane Creek, to holding clinics and programs on basic through advanced fly fishing techniques, to educational partnerships with local high schools and universities, we have something for everyone. ![]() ![]() Our projects and initiatives are wide ranging, and our accomplishments have been many. Our Mission Is Simple: To conserve, protect and restore the cold water fisheries and their watersheds in the north Georgia area, while assisting the TU National organization to do the same at the national level.Īside from fishing, our chapter stays busy with the work associated with achieving our Vision. Our Guiding Vision: Ensure that by the next generation, robust populations of native and wild cold-water fish once again thrive in the North Georgia and National ranges so future generations can enjoy healthy fisheries in their home waters.
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