June 6th Marks Celebration of Boating and Fishing

Written by Cayce Lee
Social Media Specialist
Athens-Limestone County Tourism

Grab your boat, your fishing rod, some Nightcrawlers and enjoy National Fishing and Boating Week - including the Alabama Commission of Conservation's Free Fishing Day.

The waters of the Elk River, Tennessee River and Wheeler Lake that border Limestone County Alabama are rich with fish for the avid and first time fisherman to try to hook on June 6th on Alabama Free Fishing Day.  Large Mouth Bass, Small Mouth Bass, Spotted Bass, and Channel Catfish are among the recently caught in the shallows and grass of the shores of Limestone County.  Free Fishing Day waves the requirement of a state fishing license. (It does not wave access fees, permits or permission from private land owners.)

Anyone taking to the water will want to check out Lucy's Branch Marina and the services they're offering.  New management has taken over and is determined to restore and introduce new activities and services to the 2014 tornado hit areas of the recreational and living areas of Lucy's Branch Marina.  A new restaurant, The Lunch Box, has moved in on the dock and is offering boaters dockside delivery if they call their orders in.  You'll still find the fuel station stocked with cold beverages, snacks and ice cream to fill the boater as well boat's tank.

So enjoy the waters of Limestone County!


Jun 6th -- Alabama Free Fishing Day  Statewide  Designated by the Commission of Conservation, June 6th allows the public to fish recreationally without a license.  Some areas may require permits, fees or owner's permission.

Jun 6th - 14th -- National Fishing and Boating Week  Nationwide  Join the national celebration of fishing and boating by taking to the waters of Limestone County AL - Tennessee River, Elk River and Wheeler Lake.  takemefishing.com

June 6th Packed with Local Markets

Written by Cayce Lee
Social Media Specialist
Athens-Limestone County Tourism

The "Season of Fresh" is upon us and it's just in time for summer cookouts, picnics and those just waiting for their favorite crops to come in.  Limestone County has no shortage of local producers and many of them can be found at your favorite outdoor markets.   

Here are this weekend's best bets for finding local...


Jun 6th -- Elkmont Saturday Market  Downtown Elkmont, AL The focus will be antique, vintage, up-cycled, re-purposed, artisan made goods. Also, locally grown produce, tools, and quality home goods.  Cost is $15 per booth (150 sq ft). Opens at 8:00AM-12:00PM. For more information or to reserve a booth, email: paysinger1861@yahoo.com or call or text:256-627-3139.



Jun 6th -- Athens Saturday Market   Athens-Limestone Farmers Market  409 West Green Street  Athens, AL   Come peruse the wares of local artisans, farmers and small businesses from 8:00AM-12:00PM. www.athenssaturdaymarket.com



Jun 6th -- Ardmore Farmers Market  Ardmore Farmers Market Main Street (Behind Pizza Hut) Ardmore, TN  Come peruse the local items from gardens, artisans and small producers from 8:00AM - ?


Jun 6th -- Opening Season at Isom's Orchard   Isom's Orchard 24012 U.S. Highway 72  Athens, AL   If you've been waiting for fresh peaches, wait no longer.  The peach and plum crops is coming in and it's waiting for you at Isom's Orchard. www.isomsorchard.com

Jun 5th -- Tomato Workshop Registration Deadline

Jun 5th -- Tomato Workshop Registration Deadline  Limestone County Extension Office 1109 West Market Street Athens, AL   Join the Limestone County Extension office on June 9th and learn about the growing basics, disease ID and control and insect ID and control.  Space is limited.  Class: $7.00 includes lunch.  

Register by calling 256-232-5510