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There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize. This month's prize was donated by Hall County's Farm Bureau! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
 
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There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize. This month's prize was donated by Hall County's Farm Bureau! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Come by the Interpretive Center to learn all about one of our ambassador corn snakes. You will have the opportunity to meet and touch the snake while you learn about its behavior, habitat, and more! Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Crows are among the most intelligent and social animals on the planet. This program will give you the low-down on them and the other members of the Corvid family. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize. This month's prize was donated by Hall County's Farm Bureau! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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The Seed to Plant program is designed for children ages 3-7, introducing them to the world of plants. Kids will learn about plant life and plant their own seed to take home! Don't miss this opportunity for your little one to explore nature and learn something new! $2 plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Birdfeeders provide an energetic boost to the diets of local and migrating birds looking for a hearty meal. Make your own to take home while watching our birdfeeders. Meet behind the Visitor Center at the picnic tables. $3 plus parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Bank Robberies! Gun Fights! Moonshine! Jail Breaks! Hog Thieves! Murders! A historical hike offered at the Dahlonega Gold Museum introduces visitors to these cases Learn about the people responsible for keeping law and order, those who committed crimes, and the punishments delivered to the guilty. See history where it happened! $5. 706-864-2257.
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There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize. This month's prize was donated by Hall County's Farm Bureau! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Scale down the Solar System and take a stroll from planet to planet with a ranger. Learn about our neighbor planets and gain a sense of just how large the Solar System actually is! At the end of this informative stroll, visitors will get a chance to take a closer look at the full moon through our telescope! Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize. This month's prize was donated by Chick-fil-A, while supplies last! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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A watercolor program for adults (16+) of all artistic experience. We will be painting the scenic view from Picnic Shelter #3 that overlooks the lake. All supplies are provided. Pre-registration is required, call the visitor center to reserve your spot. $3 plus parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Come down to Picnic Shelter 4 to enjoy some Friday Fun with a variety of different activities available each week. Activities include 2-4 player games, crafts, and trivia with a Ranger. The Ranger will also answer any nature, history, or park questions you may have. Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Enjoy the sunset and share stories around a campfire. Bring stories about your favorite hikes, wildlife sightings, camping trips, and more. A park ranger will talk about Hard Labor Creek history, wildlife, and even tell ghost stories. Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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We invite you to join us at our wonderful park! We will engage in a casual conversation about the park and its available activities. We will also discuss the local wildlife and answer any questions you may have. So, come on by, have a seat, and enjoy the company of a ranger while indulging in a free S'more! Free plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Birdfeeders provide an energetic boost to the diets of local and migrating birds looking for a hearty meal. Make your own to take home while watching our birdfeeders. Please note: peanut butter is one of the main ingredients used. Meet in the Interpretive Center. $3 plus parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Learn more about the rich lives of the people who have lived here in the Okefenokee. Get up close and personal to historic tools and step back in time with period photos of our swamp. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Finally Friday! Join our Naturalist for an after school craft. All supplies will be provided. Ages 5+ welcome. We will meet at the Park Office and walk down to the Nature Center together. $2 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Join Blue Ridge Raptors to meet several amazing Birds of Prey up close- and learn how to help wild raptors! Come early to chat with raptor specialists and stay after for photos with a hawk or owl. Please consider making a $3 donation by registering!
Location: Visitor Center's Arch Room $3 plus parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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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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Cloudland Canyon is the only state park that lies within the Cumberland Plateau, and the only one that contains caves. This 1hr presentation explains why this region is riddled with holes, and will introduce you to the fragile environment of caves and some of the fascinating creatures found in them. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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This program will introduce you to some of the most common and not so common fossils that may be found in the different rock strata of the Cumberland Plateau. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Ever wanted to see what happens after an owl consumes its prey? During this class, you will get to get a look inside your own owl pellet! Every pellet holds something different! Learn about the different types of prey owls consume and how we can help them in the wild. $10 per person parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize. This month's prize was donated by Chick-fil-A, while supplies last! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Read a picture book while hiking with this Story Stroll from the Hall County Library System! Enjoy "The Hike," starting at picnic shelter 3. After you have completed the book, you can pick up a sticker from the visitor center! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Join our living historians for 18th and 19th-century candle making. Learn how homespun candles were made. Then, try making your own candle. 912-727-2339.
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Join us and learn the basics of archery. Ages 10 and up. No loose fitting clothes and long hair pulled back. Closed toed shoes is a must. Pre-register at the Visitor Center prior to the event. We will meet at the Archery Range behind the Interpretive Center. See you there! $10 plus parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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Come see us at the interpretive Center and join in on a fun craft for all ages! Colorful butterflies and realistic roses! We have plenty of colors to choose from. Take your creation home and enjoy it for years to come. Stop in at the Visitor Center prior to the craft to sign up. See you there! $5 plus parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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Join us in exploring the ancient art of making tinctures with herbs and other beneficial plants. We will cover the steps involved in creating tinctures, discuss various methods used in their preparation, and delve into the history of tinctures. If you are curious about this fascinating practice, call us today to register! $8 plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Come by the Interpretive Center to learn all about one of our ambassador rat snakes. You will have the opportunity to meet and touch the snake while you learn about its behavior, habitat, and more! Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Explore Sweetwater Creek's Native American history through the lens of art, pottery and story telling. During this indoor program make your own piece of pottery to take home with you. Spaces are limited to preregister please call 770-732-2613.
While geared at older audiences children as young as 5 may attend $5 plus parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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See our animal displays and learn about owls, foxes, birds of prey, snakes and more. Visit with our Corn Snake and learn fascinating facts about the snakes you find in the park and your own backyard. Parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Come meet and learn about the various reptiles and amphibians that call our Nature Center home. Then afterwards, participate in a fun craft to take home your very own (wooden) reptile! $5.00 per person parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize. This month's prize was donated by Chick-fil-A, while supplies last! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Read a picture book while hiking with this Story Stroll from the Hall County Library System! Enjoy "The Hike," starting at picnic shelter 3. After you have completed the book, you can pick up a sticker from the visitor center! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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A birding basics course for newcomers to the hobby. Family fun for all ages, this program will cover the essential knowledge & skills every serious birdwatcher needs! Learn to make confident, at-a-glance identifications & take your new skills to the field on an interactive learning hike. Fully accessible. Registration is required. $20 plus parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Bring & friend & join our park Naturalists on this slow, leisurely stroll along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail, ~.5 miles to reach our pollinator garden, where we'll find our most abundant moth & butterfly species thriving. This program is fully accessible, pet & stroller-friendly, & fun for all ages. Starts & ends at the Visitor Center. FREE! Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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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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Join us for a meditation session led by the monks of the Atlanta Meditation Center, designed to help clear our minds. This free event will take place at the historic cabin behind the Visitor Center. Take advantage of this wonderful opportunity! Parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Join a ranger for a 1-mile hike to view, identify, and learn about the native plants that grow in our park and the surrounding area. Meet at the Sandpiper Trail. Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Explore Sweetwater Creek's Native American history through the lens of art, pottery and story telling. During this indoor program make your own piece of pottery to take home with you. Spaces are limited to preregister please call 770-732-2613.
While geared at older audiences children as young as 5 may attend $5 plus parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Make your own perfume in this workshop highlighting fragrances we can attribute to moths! Night blooming flowers can't rely on showy colors to attract their pollinators instead they invested in a strong fragrance. Each participant will leave with 5 perfume testers they've made themselves! Call 770-732-2613 to register or come in person. $15 plus parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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See our animal displays and learn about owls, foxes, birds of prey, snakes and more. Visit with our Corn Snake and learn fascinating facts about the snakes you find in the park and your own backyard. Parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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This peculiar looking creature has spread through two continents and is now found in nearly two dozen US states. Get the low-down on this interesting and unusual animal and learn why they are so bad at crossing roads. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize. This month's prize was donated by Chick-fil-A, while supplies last! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Read a picture book while hiking with this Story Stroll from the Hall County Library System! Enjoy "The Hike," starting at picnic shelter 3. After you have completed the book, you can pick up a sticker from the visitor center! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Learn the difference between salamanders and lizards in this program highlighting five species of the Appalachian region. We will bring to light their secretive lives with interesting facts and tales about these special creatures. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize. This month's prize was donated by Chick-fil-A, while supplies last! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Read a picture book while hiking with this Story Stroll from the Hall County Library System! Enjoy "The Hike," starting at picnic shelter 3. After you have completed the book, you can pick up a sticker from the visitor center! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Come meet some of our most elusive residents, the box turtles, and learn about their habits and amazing characteristics. Meet in the Interpretive Center. Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize. This month's prize was donated by Chick-fil-A, while supplies last! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Read a picture book while hiking with this Story Stroll from the Hall County Library System! Enjoy "The Hike," starting at picnic shelter 3. After you have completed the book, you can pick up a sticker from the visitor center! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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The Seed to Plant program is designed for children ages 3-7, introducing them to the world of plants. Kids will learn about plant life and plant their own seed to take home! Don't miss this opportunity for your little one to explore nature and learn something new! $2 plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Fly on over to the Interpretive Center and paint a picture of one of the many perching birds that can be found at the park! Materials provided. Beginners and all ages welcome. $4 plus parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize. This month's prize was donated by Chick-fil-A, while supplies last! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Read a picture book while hiking with this Story Stroll from the Hall County Library System! Enjoy "The Hike," starting at picnic shelter 3. After you have completed the book, you can pick up a sticker from the visitor center! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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The Interpretive Center is open for a rare opportunity to meet our ambassador animals! We'll also share our collection of local taxidermy, bones, furs & pelts from around the state. Meet our Naturalists & discuss park history, ecology & conservation. This program is fully accessible & appropriate for all ages. Pre-register at Visitor Center by 5pm. $5 plus parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Coffee, cocoa and conversation! Let's take it slow and enjoy the stroll. This will be an easy walk and talk perfect for all ages and paces! We will meet at the Interpretive Center to start our morning out right! See you there! Parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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Come by the Interpretive Center to learn all about one of our ambassador corn snakes. You will have the opportunity to meet and touch the snake while you learn about its behavior, habitat, and more! Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Join us to enjoy the awe inspiring beauty of the stars. We are a certified Dark Sky Park with some of the best night skies in the south east.
Enjoy the majesty of the stars with the naked eye or take a gander through our telescope for a closer look. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize. This month's prize was donated by Chick-fil-A, while supplies last! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Read a picture book while hiking with this Story Stroll from the Hall County Library System! Enjoy "The Hike," starting at picnic shelter 3. After you have completed the book, you can pick up a sticker from the visitor center! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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A craft-your-own nature journal program for all ages! Hosted by our park Naturalists, you'll learn to bind a custom book for your sketches of our iconic birds, bees, butterflies & wildflowers. Whether you're a young explorer or a budding Emerson, this simple craft is the perfect way to start your own field notes celebrating the wonders of nature! $10 plus parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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We invite you to join us at our wonderful park! We will engage in a casual conversation about the park and its available activities. We will also discuss the local wildlife and answer any questions you may have. So, come on by, have a seat, and enjoy the company of a ranger while indulging in a free S'more! Free plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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The diamondback terrapin is the only turtle that lives specifically in brackish water. It is a keystone species in the saltmarsh ecosystem. Come join us for a closer look at this jewel of the marsh. Meet in the Interpretive Center for a 30-minute program and see our two live diamondback terrapins. Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Explore Sweetwater Creek's Native American history through the lens of art, pottery and story telling. During this indoor program make your own piece of pottery to take home with you. Spaces are limited to preregister please call 770-732-2613.
While geared at older audiences children as young as 5 may attend $5 plus parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Make your own perfume in this workshop highlighting fragrances we can attribute to moths! Night blooming flowers can't rely on showy colors to attract their pollinators instead they invested in a strong fragrance. Each participant will leave with 5 perfume testers they've made themselves! Call 770-732-2613 to register or come in person. $15 plus parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Finally Friday! Join our Naturalist for an after school craft. All supplies will be provided. Ages 5+ welcome. We will meet at the Park Office and walk down to the Nature Center together. $2 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Learn the difference between salamanders and lizards in this program highlighting five species of the Appalachian region. We will bring to light their secretive lives with interesting facts and tales about these special creatures. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Come meet and learn about the various reptiles and amphibians that call our Nature Center home. Then afterwards, participate in a fun craft to take home your very own (wooden) reptile! $5.00 per person parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize. This month's prize was donated by Chick-fil-A, while supplies last! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Read a picture book while hiking with this Story Stroll from the Hall County Library System! Enjoy "The Hike," starting at picnic shelter 3. After you have completed the book, you can pick up a sticker from the visitor center! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Want to learn more about archaeology? Join us for a fun, indoor activity where we learn about preserving the past! Dig up a test pit and document your unique findings like a real archaeologist! Perfect for ages 8-13. Registration encouraged! Cost: standard admission. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Join the Friends of Hardman Farm for a 1930's afternoon Appalachia Tea with Emma Hardman, wife of Georgia's 65th Governor, Lamartine Hardman. Guests will enjoy a delicious selection of savory sandwiches, scones and exquisite sweets. Wear your Sunday best. Hat and gloves are encouraged. $50. 706-878-1077.
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Join us at the Interpretive Center to create your personalized hiking stick! We have several woods to choose from and we will cut the stick to your height. We have several ways to personalize your stick including burning your name. Sandpaper and a sealer is provided. Paracord will be provided for a hand grip! Pre-register at the Visitor Center. $10 plus parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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Join us at the Interpretive Center to show our Mother's how much we love them! There are several crafts and plenty of colors to choose from. Pre-register at the Visitor Center. We will see you there! $5 plus parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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Have you ever wanted to release your inner archer? Maybe you're just looking for a place to hone your skills. All equipment is provided, no experience necessary. Ages 8 and older. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $20 plus parking fee required. 770-389-7801.
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Have you ever wanted to release your inner archer? Maybe you're just looking for a place to hone your skills. All equipment is provided, no experience necessary. Ages 8 and older. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $20 plus parking fee required. 770-389-7801.
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For the archer wanting something a little more than our basic archery class offers. All equipment is provided. Ages 8 and older. Contact Park Office to register in advance. $20 plus parking fee required. 770-389-7801.
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In observance of 250 years of United States history, we will feature a presentation recognizing Filipino Americans who participated in the Battle of Pickett's Mill. There will also be an outdoor cooking demonstration featuring a traditional dish of their culture. $3 - $7. 770-443-7850.
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The Seed to Plant program is designed for children ages 3-7, introducing them to the world of plants. Kids will learn about plant life and plant their own seed to take home! Don't miss this opportunity for your little one to explore nature and learn something new! $2 plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Fly into Roosevelt’s Little White House and learn about BATS! We will learn how these mammals fly, how many different types of bats exist and how we can save some of Georgia’s own bats from extinction. Kids $5.00 Adults $7.50 Admissions not included or required. 706-655-5870.
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Fly into Roosevelt’s Little White House and learn about BATS! We will learn how these mammals fly, how many different types of bats exist and how we can save some of Georgia’s own bats from extinction. Kids $5.00 Adults $7.50 Admissions not included or required. 706-655-5870.
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Join a ranger in our bird watching area behind the Visitor Center. We will identify and discuss the native bird species that live in the park and may also be found in your own backyard. Bring your own binoculars or borrow a pair from us. Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Coastal Georgia experiences relatively large, regular high and low tides. Join us for a short walk and talk on the
tides and hear about the forces that cause this phenomenon and its ecological benefit to our coast. Meet at the Big Ferry Trail.
Please wear shoes that you do not mind getting wet or muddy as the trails can flood at high tide. Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Explore Sweetwater Creek's Native American history through the lens of art, pottery and story telling. During this indoor program make your own piece of pottery to take home with you. Spaces are limited to preregister please call 770-732-2613.
While geared at older audiences children as young as 5 may attend $5 plus parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Join award-winning Author and Naturalist Mark Warren for his program on "The Forest's Gifts of Food, Medicine and Craft as Practiced by the Native Americans". Parking fee required. 706-886-2256.
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Join us at the Visitor Center for a fun hour filled with facts and hands on learning about variety of wildlife in Unicoi State Park. Get the opportunity to meet a few critters up close and personal. This is offered year-round and takes place the 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month. Free to the public. Parking fee required. 706-878-2201.
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Join our Naturalist for Birdwatching! We will identify birds by sight and sound, and report our findings using Merlin Bird ID app (download and sign up before arriving for best experience; app NOT required to participate). Bring your own binoculars. Suitable for all ages. Accessible event. Meet at the Park Office. Free plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Learn the difference between salamanders and lizards in this program highlighting five species of the Appalachian region. We will bring to light their secretive lives with interesting facts and tales about these special creatures. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize. This month's prize was donated by Chick-fil-A, while supplies last! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Read a picture book while hiking with this Story Stroll from the Hall County Library System! Enjoy "The Hike," starting at picnic shelter 3. After you have completed the book, you can pick up a sticker from the visitor center! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Watch as raw wool is transformed into yarn on a historic Saxony wheel. This demonstration reveals the tools, techniques, and cultural significance of spinning in everyday life during the 1800s. 912-727-2339.
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Bring & friend & join our park Naturalists on this slow, leisurely stroll along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail, ~.5 miles to reach our pollinator garden, where we'll find our most abundant moth & butterfly species thriving. This program is fully accessible, pet & stroller-friendly, & fun for all ages. Starts & ends at the Visitor Center. FREE! Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Join Jack Hill State Park for some bird bingo! Learn about our states most common birds while you fill out your own bird bingo card. We will have prizes for the winners! $3 plus parking fee required. 912-557-7744.
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Have you ever wanted to release your inner archer? Maybe you're just looking for a place to hone your skills. All equipment is provided, no experience necessary. Ages 8 and older. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $20 plus parking fee required. 770-389-7801.
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Have you ever wanted to release your inner archer? Maybe you're just looking for a place to hone your skills. All equipment is provided, no experience necessary. Ages 8 and older. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $20 plus parking fee required. 770-389-7801.
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Explore Sweetwater Creek's Native American history through the lens of art, pottery and story telling. During this indoor program make your own piece of pottery to take home with you. Spaces are limited to preregister please call 770-732-2613.
While geared at older audiences children as young as 5 may attend $5 plus parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Make your own perfume in this workshop highlighting fragrances we can attribute to moths! Night blooming flowers can't rely on showy colors to attract their pollinators instead they invested in a strong fragrance. Each participant will leave with 5 perfume testers they've made themselves! Call 770-732-2613 to register or come in person. $15 plus parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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See our animal displays and learn about owls, foxes, birds of prey, snakes and more. Visit with our Corn Snake and learn fascinating facts about the snakes you find in the park and your own backyard. Parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize. This month's prize was donated by Chick-fil-A, while supplies last! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Read a picture book while hiking with this Story Stroll from the Hall County Library System! Enjoy "The Hike," starting at picnic shelter 3. After you have completed the book, you can pick up a sticker from the visitor center! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Ever wondered what the biggest snake in Georgia is, or how to tell a copperhead apart from a water snake? Come find out at this Snakes of GA program! Play 2 educational games and make a related craft with our naturalist at Picnic Shelter 1. Please pre-register by calling the visitor center. $3 plus parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize. This month's prize was donated by Chick-fil-A, while supplies last! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Read a picture book while hiking with this Story Stroll from the Hall County Library System! Enjoy "The Hike," starting at picnic shelter 3. After you have completed the book, you can pick up a sticker from the visitor center! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Come by the Interpretive Center to learn all about our ambassador king snake. You will have the opportunity to meet and touch the snake while you learn about its behavior, habitat, and more! Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Cloudland Canyon is the only state park that lies within the Cumberland Plateau, and the only one that contains caves. This 1hr presentation explains why this region is riddled with holes, and will introduce you to the fragile environment of caves and some of the fascinating creatures found in them. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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This program will introduce you to some of the most common and not so common fossils that may be found in the different rock strata of the Cumberland Plateau. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize. This month's prize was donated by Chick-fil-A, while supplies last! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Read a picture book while hiking with this Story Stroll from the Hall County Library System! Enjoy "The Hike," starting at picnic shelter 3. After you have completed the book, you can pick up a sticker from the visitor center! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Best Buds
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
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Come join us as we welcome the lovely spring season! We’re excited to explore the different types of twigs and flowers together. We’ll have fun learning how to identify plants by their leaves and flowers, and we’ll chat about how they play a role in our ecosystem. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity! Free plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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The Seed to Plant program is designed for children ages 3-7, introducing them to the world of plants. Kids will learn about plant life and plant their own seed to take home! Don't miss this opportunity for your little one to explore nature and learn something new! $2 plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Come meet some of our most elusive residents, the box turtles, and learn about their habits and amazing characteristics. Meet in the Interpretive Center. Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Crows are among the most intelligent and social animals on the planet. This program will give you the low-down on them and the other members of the Corvid family. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize. This month's prize was donated by Chick-fil-A, while supplies last! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Read a picture book while hiking with this Story Stroll from the Hall County Library System! Enjoy "The Hike," starting at picnic shelter 3. After you have completed the book, you can pick up a sticker from the visitor center! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Come by the Interpretive Center to learn all about our ambassador garter snake. You will have the opportunity to meet and touch the snake while you learn about its behavior, habitat, and more! Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Join us to enjoy the awe inspiring beauty of the stars. We are a certified Dark Sky Park with some of the best night skies in the south east.
Enjoy the majesty of the stars with the naked eye or take a gander through our telescope for a closer look. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Ever wanted to see what happens after an owl consumes its prey? During this class, you will get to get a look inside your own owl pellet! Every pellet holds something different! Learn about the different types of prey owls consume and how we can help them in the wild. $10 per person parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize. This month's prize was donated by Chick-fil-A, while supplies last! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Read a picture book while hiking with this Story Stroll from the Hall County Library System! Enjoy "The Hike," starting at picnic shelter 3. After you have completed the book, you can pick up a sticker from the visitor center! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Movie night is back at Fort McAllister and it is bigger than ever! Enjoy a mystery movie (rated PG, of course) and some snacks. We can't reveal the title here, but we guarantee it will be the perfect way to kick off your weekend. Call the Visitor Center for more information on the movie or event. Parking fee required. 912-727-2339.
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A craft-your-own nature journal program for all ages! Hosted by our park Naturalists, you'll learn to bind a custom book for your sketches of our iconic birds, bees, butterflies & wildflowers. Whether you're a young explorer or a budding Emerson, this simple craft is the perfect way to start your own field notes celebrating the wonders of nature! $10 plus parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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We invite you to join us at our wonderful park! We will engage in a casual conversation about the park and its available activities. We will also discuss the local wildlife and answer any questions you may have. So, come on by, have a seat, and enjoy the company of a ranger while indulging in a free S'more! Free plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Explore Sweetwater Creek's Native American history through the lens of art, pottery and story telling. During this indoor program make your own piece of pottery to take home with you. Spaces are limited to preregister please call 770-732-2613.
While geared at older audiences children as young as 5 may attend $5 plus parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Make your own perfume in this workshop highlighting fragrances we can attribute to moths! Night blooming flowers can't rely on showy colors to attract their pollinators instead they invested in a strong fragrance. Each participant will leave with 5 perfume testers they've made themselves! Call 770-732-2613 to register or come in person. $15 plus parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Join Blue Ridge Raptors to meet several amazing Birds of Prey up close- and learn how to help wild raptors! Come early to chat with raptor specialists and stay after for photos with a hawk or owl. Please consider making a $3 donation by registering!
Location: Visitor Center's Arch Room $3 plus parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Join Ranger Erin and Naturalist Dee at the Black Rock Overlook at 6:30am for some relaxing sunrise stretching to start your weekend off right.
Bring a yoga mat or blanket if you would like! Parking fee required. 706-746-2141.
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Cloudland Canyon is the only state park that lies within the Cumberland Plateau, and the only one that contains caves. This 1hr presentation explains why this region is riddled with holes, and will introduce you to the fragile environment of caves and some of the fascinating creatures found in them. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Enjoy a fun afternoon of building your own mini terrarium while learning about the environmental cycles that will take place within it. $10.00 per terrarium parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize. This month's prize was donated by Chick-fil-A, while supplies last! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Read a picture book while hiking with this Story Stroll from the Hall County Library System! Enjoy "The Hike," starting at picnic shelter 3. After you have completed the book, you can pick up a sticker from the visitor center! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Join us in front of the visitor center to listen to a picture book about ants, followed by a unique ant colony craft. Recommended for pre-k and early elementary schoolers. $1 plus parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Dr. Aaron Ellrich will explore the Revolutionary War in Georgia as part of the nation’s 250th anniversary. Focusing on the Southern Theater, this talk examines how the conflict unfolded across Georgia and the wider region. 912-437-4770.
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Craft a present for the mother in your life! This round-table arts-and-crafts session involves making simple hoops and handkerchiefs that can be hung in any home. Bring your mother along, too! Sip on some lemonade and share family stories. Cost: $5. $5. 912-437-4770.
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