We were rained out the first time, so this trip was postponed to Saturday, May 1st.

Please note: the new meeting location is Rainbow Ranch in Buford, GA.

When and where to meet:
10 am
Rainbow Ranch
41 Ruth Ln
Cumming, GA 30041
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Bring the kids and come fishing, picnicing, hiking and maybe even swimming with us! This trip is mostly for the kids and the grownups they bring with them, but is also open to anyone else who enjoys being around kids and likes to fish.

Fishing: Let's catch some rainbow trout from the stocked ponds at Rainbow Ranch. Throw in your line and get a fish about every time. No license needed. No limit. Must keep all fish caught. No throwing back. Pay for all you catch-$4.96 / pound. Use your own equipment or use their cane poles, tackle and bait for free. You can get your fish cleaned by the staff at Rainbow Ranch for an extra 10% of your bill, or clean your own.

Important Info: There are multiple ponds, with different sized fish in each pond. I plan to fish in the SMALL fish pond, as the fish are per pound, and it can get very expensive if you catch large fish. You will also want to monitor how many fish your children are catching, to keep the cost reasonable. Someone who went there last year ended up spending $100 on thier fish!

Feasting: After fishing, we'll clean our catch, or pay them to clean it for us, then have a potluck picnic in the pavilion with fried trout and all the other goodies everyone brings. Please bring your own drinks, and a side dish or dessert to share. Put what you are bringing on your Yes RSVP. Some suggestions are: Rice, Corn on the Cob, Baked Beans, Coleslaw, Green Salad, Fruit Salad, Potato Salad, Cake, Cookies, Pie, Cornbread, or your favorite dish. Also, let me know if you have a stove to bring. I have one and we could use an extra one.

Hiking and Optional Swimming Afterwards: After lunch, those who want to work off some of those calories can join me for a leisurely hike on the Laurel Ridge Trail on Lake Lanier. We'll drive a short distance to the trail head, where there is a parking lot and public restrooms. We'll follow the 3.8 mile loop trail, with views of the dam, and lake. It also goes through Buford Dam Park, which has a beach with a designated swim area, and a couple of playgrounds. This hike is rated easy to moderate, and it should take about 2.5 hours. You can bring a swimsuit and towel and change in the restroom if you want to go for a swim after the hike. Sorry, dogs are not allowed on this trail.

What to Bring: Hat, sunscreen, something to share for the potluck, drinks, comfortable walking shoes like tennies, tevas or other hiking type sandals, or hiking boots, a swimsuit and towel if you want to go for a swim at Buford Dam Park, and extra water for the hike.