Monumental Moments Events

George L. Smith State Park


Saturday, March 7, 2026

Prescribed Burns and Wildlife
Saturday, Mar 7, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Prescribed burns, habitat and wildlife can go hand in hand. Join us in looking at areas recently burned and how that is good for the gopher tortoise, quail and more. We will meet at the tables near the Park Office. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Geocaching for Beginners
Saturday, Mar 7, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Meet our Ranger at the tables by the Park office to learn the basics of Geocaching. $2 per person activity fee. RSVP by 3/1/2026. We will meet at the tables near the Park Office. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Sunday, March 8, 2026

Spring Forward Hike
Sunday, Mar 8, 2026 1 PM to 3 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Join our Ranger as we Spring Forward this weekend. We will meet at the office and hike the Deer Run Trail. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Geocaching for Beginners
Sunday, Mar 8, 2026 4 PM to 5 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Meet our Ranger at the table by the Park office to learn the basics of Geocaching. $2 per person activity fee. RSVP by 3/1/2026. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Saturday, March 21, 2026

The Frogs of Georgia
Saturday, Mar 21, 2026 9 AM to 10 AM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
In observance of World Frog Day (3/20), join us at the Park Office to talk about the Frogs of Georgia, their habitat, what they eat and more. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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The Sparrows of Georgia
Saturday, Mar 21, 2026 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
For World Sparrow Day (3/20) we will meet at the Park office and talk about the Sparrows of Georgia and then spend some time near the bird feeder to see if any visit. Bring a picnic lunch for afterwards and see how many birds you may see. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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1st Saturday of Spring Hike
Saturday, Mar 21, 2026 to Sunday, Mar 22, 2026 1 PM to 3 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Join our Ranger on the First Day of Spring Hike on the Deer Run Trail. We will meet at the Park Office. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Sunday, March 22, 2026

Paint a Gourd for the Martins
Sunday, Mar 22, 2026 1 PM to 3 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Join us at the group building to paint a gourd to take home to attract Martin birds. Gourds and a variety of colors of paint provided. You design and paint yours exactly the way you want for your yard. $15 per gourd. Limited spots available, RSVP by 3/13/2026 in order to have gourds, brushes etc for everyone. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Crochet for Beginners
Sunday, Mar 22, 2026 3:30 PM to 5 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Join our Park Staff member Ms Brande at the group building to learn how to crochet. She will teach you the basics of how to hold the yarn, the hook and how to get started making your first square. Limited spots available, RSVP by 3/16/2026. Yarn and hook provided. $15 per person. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Monday, April 6, 2026

Junior Ranger Camp
Monday, Apr 6, 2026 9 AM to 3 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Kids between 7-11 years old will join our Ranger to spend time doing activities in our Park's Junior Ranger book. Activities will include tour & history of the Mill House, nature hike, concept of "leave no trace", outdoor safety, fishing, parks history & more. $25 per kid. Limited spots available, call 478 763 2759 to register. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Saturday, April 11, 2026

Meet Watson
Saturday, Apr 11, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
In honor of National Gopher Tortoise Day (4/10), join us in a short hike and learn about the gopher tortoise which is the state reptile of Georgia and a keystone species. We will have Watson, our resident gopher tortoise on hand for you meet in case we do not see one on the hike. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Fish With A Ranger
Saturday, Apr 11, 2026 3 PM to 5 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Join our Ranger at the back boat dock to learn the basics of fishing, how to bait a hook and more between 3-5 pm. Fishing poles and bait provided. Participants under 16 do not need a license. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Sunday, April 12, 2026

Meet Watson
Sunday, Apr 12, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
In honor of National Gopher Tortoise Day (4/10), join us in a short hike and learn about the gopher tortoise which is the state reptile of Georgia and a keystone species. We will have Watson, our resident gopher tortoise on hand for you meet in case we do not see one on the hike. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Fish With A Ranger
Sunday, Apr 12, 2026 3 PM to 5 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Join our Ranger at the back boat dock to learn the basics of fishing, how to bait a hook and more between 3-5 pm. Fishing poles and bait provided. Participants under 16 do not need a license. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Saturday, April 18, 2026

Run For the Trees 5K by Friends of Georgia State Parks
Saturday, Apr 18, 2026 10 AM to 12 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Friends of Georgia State Parks Run for the Trees: Happy Little 5k scheduled for April 18-26. We would like to invite you & your friends to meet our Park's Friends Group to complete your 5k journey on the Deer Run Trail. For event details and sign-up form: https://friendsofgastateparks.org/HappyLittle5K We will not have event supplies at the Park. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Bat Life
Saturday, Apr 18, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
In recognizing Bat Appreciation Day (4/17), Join our Ranger at the tables near the Park Office to learn about bats, if there are bats are the park and more. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Sunday, April 19, 2026

Bat Life
Sunday, Apr 19, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
In recognizing Bat Appreciation Day (4/17), Join our Ranger at the tables near the Park Office to learn about bats, if there are bats are the park and more. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Protecting the environment
Sunday, Apr 19, 2026 3 PM to 4 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
To celebrate Earth Day (4/22) we will discuss how small acts such as picking up trash, recycling etc can help the environment. We will meet at the tables near the office. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Saturday, November 21, 2026

Annual Sugar Cane Festival
Saturday, Nov 21, 2026 9 AM to 2 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
More details coming soon, but mark your calendar to save the date! Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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