Heron Bay Golf and Country Club is featured in the March 24th issue of the Henry Daily Herald. The article focuses on Minerva’s preservation of the wetlands, the communities numerous amenities, variety of builders and the availability of luxurious custom homes.

Heron Bay truly is a unique Atlanta Golf community located just south of Atlanta in Locust Grove. Offering an 18-hole Canongate golf course, aquatic center, as well as nature trails and parks throughout, this community has something for everyone.

To read more about Heron Bay’s focus on nature conservation and the Custom Homes Division, read the article online and visit www.heronbayinfo.com.

Recently Henry County schools acknowledged Read Across America Day. Local leaders and parents were asked to volunteer their time on Monday, March 3 in the 11th Annual celebration. The purpose of this event is to encourage students to learn and become proficient in basic reading skills.

This day takes place across the nation on or near the birthdate of Theodor Geisel, also known as Dr. Seuss.

Heron Bay students that attend Bethlehem Elementary School in Locust Grove participated in the event.

The article is available in it’s entirety on the Henry Herald Online.

According to SmartNumbers, Inc., Heron Bay Golf and Country Club is the number one selling community in Henry County, for the fourth consecutive year. With an amazing 110 closings in 2007, Heron Bay was able to come out on top, and, let’s be honest, it really isn’t that much of a surprise. I mean, no other community in Henry County, or even metro-Atlanta, has as much to offer residents as Heron Bay. And, even better, you don’t have to be a millionaire to afford a house in this fantastic master-planned community. Heron Bay caters to first time home buyers as well as those looking to upgrade with homes priced from the high $100,000’s to over $1 million. Another attribute that makes Heron Bay stand out in Atlanta Real Estate is that, on average, home sites range from one-quarter of an acre to one-half of an acre, which is significantly larger than many new communities. Heron Bay has exceptional amenities as well (more…)

Next time you check your “myspace” page, do a quick search and visit Henry Heron’s page and add him to your friends list. He is the Blue Heron that lives at Heron Bay Golf and Country Club with his wife and kids, and regularly updates his page to feature community news. He also has pictures of him participating in community events, and encourages residents to join him at the next event so that he can meet as many of his neighbors as possible.

It’s residents like Henry Heron that make Heron Bay such a unique community. This extraordinary master-planned community is located south of Atlanta in Henry County and features new single-family homes priced from the $180,000’s. Heron Bay truly stands out among other new communities in metro-Atlanta with its long list of amenities and numerous community events.

Heron Bay Golf and Country Club celebrated Spring Saturday, March 15. Among the many things that Heron Bay is known for, holiday celebrations and social parties tops the list - and the Easter Spring Fling is no exception. Being Easter, of course there were egg hunts, broken into age groups: 0-2, 3-5, 6-8, and 9-12. There were also special segments for teens. Games including egg races and bunny says were part of the day’s festivities as well. Hunting eggs and participating in the bunny hop will definitely make anyone hungry, so attendees feasted on hot dogs, cotton candy, popcorn and other carnival-type snacks. An arts & crafts area allowed both children and adults can create Easter visors, bookmarks and more! Check back soon for photos from the event!

The Henry County Water and Sewage Authority not only opened the Upper Towaliga, Cole Reservoir but also opened the Tussahaw Reservoir on March 1st. This will get the spring fishing season started one month early this year. Fishing is permitted on Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 7 a.m to 7 p.m. The reservoirs will also be open on various holidays throughout the spring, summer and fall. For additional information on permits and a full schedule, visit www.hcwsa.com. Read the complete story at the Henry Daily Herald Online

Both reservoirs are located in Locust Grove. Heron Bay Golf and Country Club is located on the Cole Reservoir and boasts stunning views of the water from their Lakefront Park and Pavilion, which will open this spring.

Visit www.heronbayinfo.com for information on Heron Bay and the Lakefront Park on the Cole Reservoir.

It is no surprise that Heron Bay Golf & Country Club has an exceptional array of amenities readily available for residents. And since meteorologists are telling us to expect Spring weather beginning next week, we recommend taking advantage of some of these great amenities, and enjoying the fantastic 65-degree weather.

Go ahead and schedule your tee-time for next weekend at the Canongate golf course before all of the time slots are taken. This exquisite 18-hole golf course is a Par 72 and 7,300 yards. However, if you don’t want to take the time to complete the course, practice your swing at the driving range or putting green. Don’t forget to enjoy lunch at the clubhouse.

If golf isn’t really your sport, then take a leisurely walk on one of the many nature trails throughout the community. The extensive trail system incorporates approximately 10 miles of pristine trails and wooden boardwalks that wind through nearly 1,000 acres of natural woodlands. These trails are a great way to see the Cannongate golf course, the various community parks and the beautiful Cole Reservoir.

To help get the children active, take them to the community’s state-of-the-art playground. If team sports are your interest, grab a raquet and head to the tennis courts or the community sports field. Whatever your passion, Heron Bay has a way for you to get active outdoors and enjoy the spring weather that is almost upon us.