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Suwanne invites residents to "Great American Campout"

By Joel Anderson
April 13, 2011

Suwanee is inviting residents to “The Great American Campout” at Sims Lake Park on April 30.

The camping area will open at 6 p.m. Boosterthon representatives will host family games around the lake from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Participants are encouraged to bring flashlights, tents, sleeping bags, non-alcoholic beverages, food and bug spray.

All campers must register in advance; applications are available at www.suwanee.com.

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