TRAVEL TIPS Outdoor Adventures Aboundin Georgia (NAPSA)—Whetherby air, land or water, sportsmen are finding that Georgia’s diverse landscape offers a variety of unique adventures. The gateway to the Appalachian Trail, the Peach State is just the place for hikers, bikers and campers to fine-tune their skills while taking in somebeautiful mountain scenery. Hike the challenging eight-mile approach to Springer Mountain, or visit Rock City for a view of seven states at once atop Lovers Leap. Don’t forget Tallulah Gorge’s newest suspension bridge over Hurricane Falls, the largest of the park’s five waterfalls. Mountain bikers love the switchbacks of Georgia’s Bear Creek and Chicopee bike trails, not to mention the historic Bartram Trail, the 23-mile Pine Mountain Trail and the Silver Comet Trail just outside Atlanta. For the genuine camping expe- rience, visit Cumberland Island. Designated a National Seashore, Cumberlandis the state’s largest and southernmost barrier island with more than 17 miles of secluded beaches where wildlife roamsfreely. Thirsty for adventure? Follow the 137-mile course of the Altamaha River, the second largest watershed on the eastern seaboard and home to more than 130 rare and endangered species. This gentle brook is the ideal spot for a leisurely ride downstream. For a real thrill, head to the Whether you want to stroll through a valley, float down a stream or leap from a ledge, Geor- gia has just the adventure for you. Chattooga River for Class ITI, IV and V whitewater rapids. The tune of “Dueling Banjos” echoes through these woods made famous in Deliverance, which wasfilmed along the river’s well-preserved banks. For an up-close encounter of the alligator kind, tour the black waters of the Okefenokee Swampin Folkston, home to more than 10,000 threat- ened Americanalligators. To see Georgia byair, visit Lookout Mountain Flight Park in Rising Fawn. The park teaches and certifies more hang-glider pilots than any other school in the country and features the most used hang-glider launch in the world and more than 20 miles of scenic, soarable ridge. Whether you want to stroll through a valley, float down a stream or leap from a ledge, Georgia has the outdoor adventure for you. To learn more, visit http://www.geor giaonmymind.com.
