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Dog Days of Summer
Dog Days of Summer
Celebrate the Dog Days of Summer at Barnsley Resort with a fun-filled day dedicated to pups and their people. Enjoy pet-friendly experiences across the resort, including photo opportunities, specialty treats, shopping, live entertainment and interactive dog activities, all set against the backdrop of the resort’s scenic grounds and relaxed summer atmosphere.
For a complete weekend experience, reserve a well-designed cottage suite with a wood-burning fireplace paired with outdoor diversions including golf, spa, horseback riding, pickleball and more. Overnight accommodations are available with special event pricing of 20% savings off best available rates. Please use code Event26 at time of booking. Please reserve online or call 770.773.7480 ext. 1 to speak with our reservations team.
Dog Portrait Mini Sessions by CM Bryson Photography
Capture timeless portraits of your four-legged companion during a special mini photography session at the Manor House Ruins with photographer CM Bryson. These relaxed sessions offer a beautiful setting for keepsake images of your dog in one of the resort’s most iconic locations.
$75 per session
Price excludes tax and service charge
Two pups will be scheduled per 30-minute session. Event organizers will follow up prior to the event to confirm your specific photography time window.
50% of mini session proceeds will be donated to a select nonprofit.
Photo Credit @mymuttbeau
Schedule of Events
Saturday, August 22
12:30 – 3 p.m. | Dog Portrait Mini Sessions at the Manor House Ruins with CM Bryson Photography
12:30 – 4 p.m. | Center of the Village
Biscuit Bar with Big Daddy Dog Biscuits
Pupsicle Station with King of Pops
Crew La La Pop Up Shop
2 p.m. | Frisbee Dogs in the Fugger Cabin Meadow with Happy Disc Doggers
Enjoy Frisbee Disc Dog demonstrations and interactive lessons featuring tricks, techniques and tips to help your pup master the art of fetch with a frisbee.
3 – 5 p.m. | Yappy Hour
Featuring Lucky One lemonade and live music with Scott Thompson
Courtney Bryson
Courtney Bryson is the photographer behind CM Bryson Photography. She specializes in museum-quality dog and equine portraiture, designing large-scale wall art installations and custom albums for her Georgia-based clients. Her work blends technical mastery with a calm, animal-first approach rooted in comfort, communication, and patience. Courtney also co-founded a nonprofit rescue focused on medically fragile brachycephalic breeds, and she brings that deep respect for animal behavior and well-being into every session. Her photography raises tens of thousands of dollars annually for animal rescue organizations.