BRYAN COUNTY, Ga. () — The Bryan County Fisherman’s Co-Op is now open and free to the public after months of work to improve the popular spot.

Several families were enjoying the upgrades to the dock and pier Thursday. Commission Chairman Carter Infinger told he was there for the first boat to be put in over Memorial Day weekend.

“I think everybody I talked to is very excited about it and excited about the ability to hang out and fish a little bit and enjoy the park and the trails,” Infinger said.

The public can now enjoy boat trailer access parking, four-lane concrete boat ramps, floating docks, a fishing boardwalk, a waterfront pavilion, and several picnic tables.

talked with two teens who were out there for hours on Thursday. They shared their excitement to cast a line and enjoy the sun.

“It’s really beautiful, a pretty view. The improvements added a lot, so more people can come. It’s pretty awesome,” Kaitlyn Norris said.

Bailey Beichler said, “Last time I was here, we sat here and ate lunch. It was really pretty. With the new dock, there’s more areas to fish.”

Commission Chairman Carter Infinger estimated they saved around $3 million doing the work themselves, not to mention state and private funding.

Infinger said he wants this to be a safe and fun place for families to come and enjoy. He asked the public treat it with care.

“We do have about 25 to 30 cameras down there. It’s monitored, so if things go on down there, we are aware of it. Just remember, if you see something, say something,” he said.

Phase two of the project, which will enhance the walking trails and more, will be completed within the next year, according to Infinger.