Flat Creek Lodge Blog

Camp Lawton Civil War News!

Andi Frey - Tuesday, August 17, 2010
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!

Andi Frey - Wednesday, August 04, 2010
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!

Andi Frey - Wednesday, August 04, 2010

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!

Andi Frey - Tuesday, August 03, 2010
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

Andi Frey - Tuesday, July 20, 2010
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!

Andi Frey - Thursday, July 15, 2010
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!

Andi Frey - Wednesday, July 07, 2010
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!

Andi Frey - Wednesday, July 07, 2010
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!

Andi Frey - Tuesday, June 22, 2010


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

Andi Frey - Tuesday, June 22, 2010
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!