Flat Creek Lodge Blog

An Award from the Governor!

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 23:51:00 GMT

We're so excited to announce that we were awarded the "Tourism Champion Award for Product Development" presented today by Governor Purdue at the Governor's Conference on Tourism in Athens! The joint tourism industry conference was hosted by the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD), Georgia Association of Convention & Visitors Bureaus (GACVB) and the Tourism Development Alliance of Georgia (TDAG) in Athens, and there were over 400 in attendance.

Thanks so much for your support! Check out the news from the Governor here!

Camp Lawton Civil War News!

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 03:22:00 GMT

WOW! Southeast Georgia is abuzz with the big news going on down the road in Millen, Georgia, with the Camp Lawton discovery! Camp Lawton is a Civil War Confederate prison... and it's been hidden for nearly 150 years. There will be more details when the official first public glimpse happens, and we'll keep you updated.

Since we're so close in terms of hotels and lodging by Millen and Camp Lawton, we're thrilled to welcome Civil War buffs, historians and tourists to the area. And for those of y'all new to Flat Creek - in addition to our good 'ole Southern hospitality, you're close to discovering Southeast Georgia's premier Hunting & Fishing Resort & Spa. Hunters and non-hunters alike love our luxurious and unique lodge rooms... and all enjoy marveling in the natural beauty that we call home. Our spa in itself is a popular getaway, and it's tough to resist our artisan award winning cheese. Our fine dining room is open for reservations as well.

Read more about Camp Lawton, our lodging or contact us to make your reservations here.

Fall Getaway Package!

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 14:52:00 GMT

We're thrilled to announce our Fall Getaway Package, which starts on Labor Day Weekend 2010. For $275, you'll get lodging in one of our unique lodge rooms and a hearty country breakfast. AND if you book by August 15th? We'll pleased to offer you an additional 10% off lodging for the special. The Fall at the Lodge is beautiful and a romantic site to see the changing colors of the leaves! Call us now at 877-352-8273 to reserve now!

Governor's Choice Award Nominee!

Sat, 07 Aug 2010 23:39:00 GMT

We were thrilled to find out that we were nominated for a Governor's Choice Award! The Classic South Travel Association has nominated Flat Creek Lodge for the Tourism Champion Award for Product Development. This is one of the awards that will be given out at the Annual Governor’s Conference on Tourism which will be held in Athens August 30- Sept 1, 2010.

Tis the Season... Hunting Season, That Is!

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 15:46:00 GMT

We're all geared up for a full season of hunting, starting off with the $100 lunch, refreshments, and shells for Opening Day Dove Hunting on Sept. 4!

More dates include:

2010 Deer Season:
Bow - Sept. 11, 2010 - Oct. 8, 2010
Regular Deer Season - Oct. 16, 2010 - Jan. 15, 2011

2010 Dove Season:
Sept. 4-19
Oct. 9-17
Nov. 28- Jan. 8th

We're taking bookings for the rest of the season - don't delay!

Weddings at the Lodge

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 17:24:00 GMT

Check out our new slideshow with some beautiful photos from weddings at the Lodge! We host dozens of weddings each year for a destination wedding, or if you're local to the area. Since we've got everything you need - from fine cuisine to romance to so much more, brides love having their wedding at the lodge!

Press about our new Head 'o Cheese!

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 18:19:00 GMT

The media's a buzz with Keith's new role here at the Lodge. We are so thrilled to have him be a part of the team! Read more in The Forest Blade and Examiner.com.

Berries on Board in Atlanta!

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 13:48:00 GMT

A warm welcome to one of our new retailers for berries! Hong Kong Supermarket, one of the largest Asian grocers in the Metro Atlanta area, now carries our berries. They are located at:

Hong Kong Supermarket
4166 Buford Hwy
Atlanta, GA 30345
(404) 325-3999

New Head Cheese Maker Keith Blok!

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 13:02:00 GMT

The Dairy's abuzz with excitement as we welcome the new head cheese maker to the team, Keith Blok! We are so excited to have his expertise join the team. In fact, his goals are to continue winning blue at cheese competitions in the name of Flat Creek and to double the production. With Keith's award winning background paired with work at Darigold, Inc., one of the major US cheddar commodity producers, he's got the right stuff to reach both of these goals. As a Canadian native, the temperatures may be different but we know that he'll soon love our 4 season weather, Southern hospitality and of course the nearly 100 sheep and and all-Jersey cow herd that will help make the star ingredient for our dairy! We'll letting Keith settle in right now, but we'll be back with more cheese-tastic updates soon.

A hearty Welcome to you Keith! We are so thrilled to have you as a part of our Flat Creek Lodge family.

You can also read the full Press Release!

Berry, Berry, Bo-Berry!

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 17:02:00 GMT

It's berry season at Flat Creek! We're excited to let you know the season has officially begun! We've got blueberries and blackberries at the Lodge as well as at the Farmer's Markets that we participate in.. and both in fresh and frozen varieties!

Check out this Special Recipe from our Kitchen to Yours: Flat Creek Lodge Blueberry Cobbler

When our berry orchards start popping, our chefs starting thinking all kinds of yummy things. Sous Chef JoAnn Ealey just couldn’t wait to share her Blueberry Cobbler recipe. Enjoy!

Flat Creek Lodge Blueberry Cobbler
½ Cup butter
1 Cup milk
1 Cup all-purpose flour
1 ½ tsp. baking powder
½ tsp. salt
1 Cup sugar
2 Cups fresh blueberries
1 tsp. vanilla

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Put butter in a 9x13 baking dish and place in oven to melt. Mix together the flour, baking powder and salt in a bowl and stir in vanilla, milk and sugar to make a batter. Remove the hot dish with the melted butter from the oven and pour the melted butter into the batter. Spoon the berries into the dish and pour batter over the berries.

Do not stir! Place dish back in the oven and bake until the batter is browned - about 30 minutes.

Top with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

East Georgia College Orientation

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 15:47:00 GMT

Orientation time is here and congrats to all the new freshman and transfer students that are arriving at East Georgia College! We'd like to welcome new students and parents to the College and to Swainsboro!

July 13-15, 2010
August 5, 9 & 10, 2010

Need somewhere to stay during your time here? Visit the beautiful Flat Creek Lodge! We're offering an Orientation 2010 Special:

One Night’s Lodging for 2 $199.99 with a hot, hearty country breakfast included.
One Night’s Lodging for 4 $299.99

Mention your Orientation to our reservation specialist. We also are accepting dinner reservations as well at 877-352-8273!

Summer is Sizzlin!

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 21:50:00 GMT

Yes. It is indeed a hot one out there, and with the first day of summer yesterday, we wanted to remind you about the Summer Sizzler Package that runs through the end of the summer, expiring on August 21st. Hang out at the beach, take a sunrise bike ride or simply exploring the grounds is the kind of escape from Atlanta or anywhere that you'll have while visiting us at the Lodge! Our dining room gets rave reviews from our guests - just ask Jerry with the Coca-Cola Bottling Company United, Inc. who said that "the accommodations, events and meals were outstanding!" Guests are able to make a separate reservation through the Dining Room if they'd like to add that experience.

Travel between June 14 - August 21, 2010

- one night of lodging in our unique lodge rooms
- one night fine dining
- hearty country breakfast
- a variety of activities including: biking on the nature trails, leisure time at the beach, or rejuvenating in the whirlpools

Package starts at $199 (plus tax) for two people. Additional nights can be added for $99, additional activities can be added
subject to availability and reservations. Ask about our summer cottage rates

Certain weekend dates fill up quickly - please contact us at 877-352-8273 to book today!

The Mansion on Peachtree - A Dinner Featuring... Us!

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 03:09:00 GMT

Another chance for all you Atlantans to take a taste of the world of Flat Creek Lodge's dairy... this Friday, June 11, the Farm to Table Dinner at NEO at The Mansion on Peachtree will be a delight with menu highlights including items such as beet tartare, an heirloom tomato salad,
smoked scallops, succulent short ribs and a rhubarb panna cotta to finish off the night! Their Executive Sous Chef Scott Hemmerly will surely please the palates of everyone! And... the evening will include a conversation lead by Flat Creek Lodge around the special ingredients featured in the dinner. The dinner starts at 7:30 p.m., and is $90 per person inclusive of tax and gratuity. Alcoholic beverages are additional. Seating is limited. For reservations, please call 404.995.7545.

All You Can Eat Chocolate? YES, Please!

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 02:57:00 GMT

What's better than cheese? When it's paired with CHOCOLATE! These two decadent Cs will both be at the All You Can Eat Chocolate event that benefits the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Featuring chocolate tastings from Atlanta’s finest pastry chefs, FUZE® specialty drink tasting, a chocolate lager tasting, a chocolate cappuccino tasting, two live bands, a full dinner buffet, silent auction, cash bar and complimentary valet parking, we'll also be there supporting the event. Sampling our signature Aztec Cheddar, we'll be there on Thursday, June 17 at Villa Christina in Atlanta. Check out their website for more details!

Father's Day at Flat Creek Menu!

Mon, 31 May 2010 20:36:00 GMT

Good news! Flat Creek's Father's Day menu is now ready and accepting reservations. The prix fixe lunch menu is $20 per person or with dessert $25 per person. Choices include delights like heirloom tomato gazpacho, fried green tomatoes to start off, and entrees like the famous Flat Creek fried chicken or catfish will delight dad! Call now to make reservations at 478-237-3474 or click here to see the full menu!