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Saturday, April 25, 2026

Dock Detectives
Saturday, Apr 25, 2026 9 AM to 10 AM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Explore and learn about all the fun macroinvertebrates that call Crooked River home. Who knows what we’ll find? $5.00 plus parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Senior Fishing Rodeo
Saturday, Apr 25, 2026 8 AM to 11:30 AM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Join us for our annual Sr Fishing Rodeo at Pond 1. Registration starts at 8:00 AM; The competition starts at 8:30 AM. Winners announced at 11:30 AM. Ages 55 and older welcome. Pond 1 will be open to the public at 12 PM, After the Senior Fishing Rodeo! The competition is free. Parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Saturday, May 2, 2026

2026 Kids Fishing Rodeo
Saturday, May 2, 2026 to Sunday, May 3, 2026 9 AM
Black Rock Mountain State Park - Mountain City, GA
Join us for our annual fishing rodeo at Black Rock Lake! Kids 15 and Under. Free event. Meet at the BRMSP Lake Fishing Pier at 9:00am. Goodie-bags and prizes provided. Trophies for biggest and most fish. Some loaner poles will be available to borrow while supplies last. Food and beverages will be available to purchase. Parking fee required. 706-746-2141.
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May Day Picnic
Saturday, May 2, 2026 10 AM to 2 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Did you know High Falls was once known for its May Day Picnic? Bring your picnic lunch & join us for old fashioned games, cane pole fishing, horseshoes, and more. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Sunday, May 3, 2026

Fishing 101
Sunday, May 3, 2026 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Looking to get into the sport of fishing and don't know where to begin? Then look no further! Because we at Red Top Mountain are proud to present a beginners course into this time honored tradition. We will discuss everything from equipment, bait, and where to find fish. So if you're interested in learning how to fish, Then call now! $8.00 plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Sunday, May 10, 2026

Fishing 101
Sunday, May 10, 2026 11 AM to 12 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Learn everything you need to know about fishing on Lake Hartwell and then join the Park Ranger on a fishing trip to hone your skills. Located at the Nature Hut. $2 plus parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Saturday, May 16, 2026

Dock Detectives
Saturday, May 16, 2026 9 AM to 10 AM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Explore and learn about all the fun macroinvertebrates that call Crooked River home. Who knows what we’ll find? $5.00 plus parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Fishing 101
Saturday, May 16, 2026 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Looking to get into the sport of fishing and don't know where to begin? Then look no further! Because we at Red Top Mountain are proud to present a beginners course into this time honored tradition. We will discuss everything from equipment, bait, and where to find fish. So if you're interested in learning how to fish, Then call now! $8.00 plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Fishing 101
Saturday, May 16, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
National Kids to Parks Day Event: Come learn the ins and outs of fishing at Pond 1! You are welcome to bring your own rods, we will have a few rods to lend. Bring your own bait. Meet at the Park Office and we will walk to Pond 1 as a group. Call the Park Office to register. Free plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Monday, May 25, 2026

Fishing FUNdamentals
Monday, May 25, 2026 9 AM to 10 AM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Learn how to tie a hook and catch a fish with a ranger! $10.00 per person parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Friday, May 29, 2026

Celebrating 50 Years of Sweetwater Creek State Park
Friday, May 29, 2026 10 AM to 4 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Sweetwater Creek officially opened its gates to the public 50 years ago on May 29, 1976 at 10 a.m. We have continued to proudly serve our visitors. Celebrate 50 years of Sweetwater in this 3 day long event. Each day will feature guest talks and recreational activities. Please Click Additional Event Details to see 3 day Schedule. Parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Saturday, May 30, 2026

Celebrating 50 Years of Sweetwater Creek State Park
Saturday, May 30, 2026 10 AM to 4 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Sweetwater Creek officially opened its gates to the public 50 years ago on May 29, 1976 at 10 a.m. We have continued to proudly serve our visitors. Celebrate 50 years of Sweetwater in this 3 day long event. Each day will feature guest talks and recreational activities. Please Click Additional Event Details to see 3 day Schedule. Parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Sunday, May 31, 2026

Dock Detectives
Sunday, May 31, 2026 9 AM to 10 AM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Explore and learn about all the fun macroinvertebrates that call Crooked River home. Who knows what we’ll find? $5.00 plus parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Celebrating 50 Years of Sweetwater Creek State Park
Sunday, May 31, 2026 10 AM to 4 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Sweetwater Creek officially opened its gates to the public 50 years ago on May 29, 1976 at 10 a.m. We have continued to proudly serve our visitors. Celebrate 50 years of Sweetwater in this 3 day long event. Each day will feature guest talks and recreational activities. Please Click Additional Event Details to see 3 day Schedule. Parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Saturday, June 6, 2026

35th Annual Junior Fishing Rodeo
Saturday, Jun 6, 2026 8 AM to 12 PM
A.H. Stephens State Park - Crawfordville, GA
Kids 15 and younger can try to win prizes for largest fish or youngest angler, as well as a door prize. Register between 7:30 - 8:00 a.m. at the main office and enjoy some great fishing in Lake Liberty. The tournament will start at 8am and end at 12:00pm Parking fee required. 706-456-2602.
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Wednesday, June 10, 2026

Jr. Ranger Camp
8:30 AM - 4 PM from Jun 10, 2026 until Jun 12, 2026 
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Join Park Rangers on June 10th- 12th for three days of fun in the outdoors! Rangers will be learning outdoor skills, crafts, and more! Ages 6-12 years old. Registration is available in the Park Office or email. $65 plus parking fee required. 706-857-0826.
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3-Day Junior Ranger Camp, ages 6-10
Wednesday, Jun 10, 2026 8 AM to 4 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
This is a fun and exciting adventure camp where you can learn what it takes to be a Ranger. Open to ages 6-10 years old. Participants will learn wilderness survival skills, kayaking, fishing, and much more as they earn a Junior Ranger badge. Registration required in advance as space is limited. $90 plus parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Thursday, June 11, 2026

Jr. Ranger Camp
8:30 AM - 4 PM from Jun 11, 2026 until Jun 12, 2026 
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Join Park Rangers on June 10th- 12th for three days of fun in the outdoors! Rangers will be learning outdoor skills, crafts, and more! Ages 6-12 years old. Registration is available in the Park Office or email. $65 plus parking fee required. 706-857-0826.
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3-Day Junior Ranger Camp, ages 6-10
Thursday, Jun 11, 2026 8 AM to 4 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
This is a fun and exciting adventure camp where you can learn what it takes to be a Ranger. Open to ages 6-10 years old. Participants will learn wilderness survival skills, kayaking, fishing, and much more as they earn a Junior Ranger badge. Registration required in advance as space is limited. $90 plus parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Friday, June 12, 2026

Jr. Ranger Camp
8:30 AM - 4 PM from Jun 12, 2026 
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Join Park Rangers on June 10th- 12th for three days of fun in the outdoors! Rangers will be learning outdoor skills, crafts, and more! Ages 6-12 years old. Registration is available in the Park Office or email. $65 plus parking fee required. 706-857-0826.
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3-Day Junior Ranger Camp, ages 6-10
Friday, Jun 12, 2026 8 AM to 4 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
This is a fun and exciting adventure camp where you can learn what it takes to be a Ranger. Open to ages 6-10 years old. Participants will learn wilderness survival skills, kayaking, fishing, and much more as they earn a Junior Ranger badge. Registration required in advance as space is limited. $90 plus parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Saturday, June 20, 2026

35th Annual Senior Fishing Rodeo
Saturday, Jun 20, 2026 8 AM to 12 PM
A.H. Stephens State Park - Crawfordville, GA
This tournament will be held at Lake Liberty. Anglers 55 years and older can try to win prizes in several categories, as well as win a door prize. Register between 7:30 - 8:00a.m. at the main office and enjoy some great fishing. The tournament will start at 8am and end at 12:00pm. Parking fee required. 706-456-2602.
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Wednesday, July 15, 2026

3-Day Junior Ranger Camp, ages 6-10
Wednesday, Jul 15, 2026 8 AM to 4 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
This is a fun and exciting adventure camp where you can learn what it takes to be a Ranger. Open to ages 6-10 years old. Participants will learn wilderness survival skills, kayaking, fishing, and much more as they earn a Junior Ranger badge. Registration required in advance as space is limited. $90 plus parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Thursday, July 16, 2026

3-Day Junior Ranger Camp, ages 6-10
Thursday, Jul 16, 2026 8 AM to 4 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
This is a fun and exciting adventure camp where you can learn what it takes to be a Ranger. Open to ages 6-10 years old. Participants will learn wilderness survival skills, kayaking, fishing, and much more as they earn a Junior Ranger badge. Registration required in advance as space is limited. $90 plus parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Friday, July 17, 2026

3-Day Junior Ranger Camp, ages 6-10
Friday, Jul 17, 2026 8 AM to 4 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
This is a fun and exciting adventure camp where you can learn what it takes to be a Ranger. Open to ages 6-10 years old. Participants will learn wilderness survival skills, kayaking, fishing, and much more as they earn a Junior Ranger badge. Registration required in advance as space is limited. $90 plus parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Monday, July 20, 2026

Summer Junior Ranger Camp
Monday, Jul 20, 2026 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 10-17 Participants will learn basic survival skills, plant ID, fishing, map reading and so much more. Please pack participants a lunch, water bottle, and close toed shoes. To register please call 770-732-2613 $200 full week or $50 per child per day $200 plus parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Tuesday, July 21, 2026

Summer Junior Ranger Camp
Tuesday, Jul 21, 2026 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 10-17 Participants will learn basic survival skills, plant ID, fishing, map reading and so much more. Please pack participants a lunch, water bottle, and close toed shoes. To register please call 770-732-2613 $200 full week or $50 per child per day $200 plus parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Wednesday, July 22, 2026

Summer Junior Ranger Camp
Wednesday, Jul 22, 2026 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 10-17 Participants will learn basic survival skills, plant ID, fishing, map reading and so much more. Please pack participants a lunch, water bottle, and close toed shoes. To register please call 770-732-2613 $200 full week or $50 per child per day $200 plus parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Thursday, July 23, 2026

Summer Junior Ranger Camp
Thursday, Jul 23, 2026 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 10-17 Participants will learn basic survival skills, plant ID, fishing, map reading and so much more. Please pack participants a lunch, water bottle, and close toed shoes. To register please call 770-732-2613 $200 full week or $50 per child per day $200 plus parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Friday, July 24, 2026

Summer Junior Ranger Camp
Friday, Jul 24, 2026 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 10-17 Participants will learn basic survival skills, plant ID, fishing, map reading and so much more. Please pack participants a lunch, water bottle, and close toed shoes. To register please call 770-732-2613 $200 full week or $50 per child per day $200 plus parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Friday, July 31, 2026

World Ranger Day
Friday, Jul 31, 2026 9 AM to 3 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
A day full of traditional ranger activities to celebrate World Ranger Day! Come get your boots muddy and enjoy the outdoors with the rangers of Victoria Bryant State Park. Please call the office to sign up. $2- $10 parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Friday, November 27, 2026

Gobble Wobble
Friday, Nov 27, 2026 10 AM to 12 PM
Smithgall Woods State Park - Helen, GA
Did you happen to Gobble until you Wobbled this Thanksgiving? Here is your chance to walk off a bit of those Turkey and stuffing gains! Join our Naturalist on a guided hike from the visitor's center to our primitive cabin, and learn some fun facts about the park along the way! $5. 706-878-3087.
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