The Rabun Rendezvous
The Rabun Chapter of Trout Unlimited proudly presents
A Celebration of Rivers, Streams, Trout, and Trout Fishing!
Please join us for the 36th Annual
RABUN RENDEZVOUS
“The Rendezvous was unlike anything before or since, a gathering of uninhibited men down from the mountains. The event attracted perhaps a hundred mountain men, their Indian wives, and assorted visiting tribesmen. Amusements included gambling, drinking, storytelling – continuing day and night.” Quote from The Mountain Men, by George Laycock.
WHEN: Saturday, February 18, 2023. Please note change of date from previous years.
WHERE: The Dillard House Conference Center, located behind the Dillard House Restaurant in Dillard, GA.
WHO: The more the better! Everyone interested in conserving and protecting our cold-water resources, including their families, friends, and all who love cold streams, trout, and trout fishing.
SOCIAL: Doors open at 3:00 pm. Around 4:30 pm folks will start gathering to “pick the pig” and enjoy the rocking chairs on the porch of the Conference Center. There will snack trays of chees, crackers, veggies with dip, and fruit. Soft drinks and ice will available. If you want something stronger to drink, BYOB. There will be a nice fire inside to warm your buns.
The Foxfire Boys will again provide their ‘down home’ style of bluegrass picking and singing for your enjoyment from 5:00 to 6:30 pm. CD’s will be available for purchase.
Raffle and silent auction items will be available for your chance of purchase. We welcome donations of raffle and auction items!
DINNER: Fish, chicken, beef, and pork with all the side dishes and desserts that have made the Dillard House famous will be served at 6:30 pm. It is a serve yourself buffet and you will not leave hungry!
COST: $45 for adults and $25 for youth age 15 and younger. Seating is limited, so purchase your tickets in advance by CLICKING HERE or by scanning
LODGING: The Dillard House has set special rates for rooms starting at $99 (plus tax) for those that make reservation and say they are attending the Trout Unlimited Rabun Rendezvous. Contact Dillard House Here.
View a photo gallery of the Rabun Rendezvous
“The Rendezvous was unlike anything before or since, a gathering of uninhibited men down from the mountains. The event attracted perhaps a hundred mountain men, their Indian wives, and assorted visiting tribesmen. Amusements included gambling, drinking, storytelling – continuing day and night.”
—The Mountain Men by George Laycock
The Rabun Rendezvous is the annual event of the year for the trout enthusiast in Georgia! It is typically held the Saturday following Martin Luther King Day, at our usual location at the Dillard House in Dillard, GA. Social time starts at 5 o’clock PM. Folks will gather to “pick the pig” and enjoy the rocking chairs on the porch of the Conference Center. There will be snack trays of cheeses, crackers, veggies with dips and fruits. Soft drinks and ice will be available. If you want something stronger, better bring it yourself. (BYOB) There will also be a fire inside to warm your buns. You can expect lots of great items for silent auction and raffle prizes. The Foxfire Boys, with their famous blue grass music, will be there. Then about 6:30 we will dine on fish, chicken and pork with all the side dishes and desserts that have made the Dillard House so famous. It is a serve yourself buffet, so you will not leave hungry. The cost is always reasonable, with a reduced rate for those under the age of 15.
Watch our Facebook page or Tightlines, our monthly newsletter, for more information on the upcoming Rabun Rendezvous. Waa hoo!
New Kiosks at Burrell’s Ford
The Rabun Chapter recently donated funds to help pay for a new kiosk to be located at the Burrells Ford Bridge, near the trailhead to Ellicotts Rock. The kiosk will encourage visitors to practice “Leave No Trace” outdoor recreation. Read more here.
