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Help us monitor our bluebird nest boxes and our butterfly garden. Short walk and talk on basics of attracting both flying jewels to your yard. Limited attendance of 12. Meet at park office. Event is Free. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Whether it's a tour of our museum, mounds or riverside nature trail, join us most Tuesdays for an interesting tour with a ranger. Weather may affect tour length/location. Register by 3 p.m. Sunday since group size is limited. $2-$6. 770-387-3747.
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Join us for this exciting and informative live animal presentation. Photography welcome throughout. Participants must register in advance. Space limited to 6. Call park office to register and get meeting location. $2 plus $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Come learn about our state reptile as we stroll the park in search of burrows for a chance to meet and photograph some of our resident tortoises. Weather permitting. Participants must register in advance. Space limited to 6. Call park office to register and get meeting location. $2 plus $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Come beat the heat and get your feet wet! We will be having a stream ecology class observing the organisms that reside in Lake Brantley. We will seine and dip net for macro invertebrates, crayfish, and fish, then identify them using our key. Please wear clothes that can get wet or dirty, and water shoes. Register in advance; event limited to 10. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Smokey the Bear is coming to Laura Walker to celebrate his 76th Birthday. Join us for games and crafts. Limit: 15 people, minimum 4. Pre-register at the Visitor Center prior to day of event. (912)287-4900 $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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2 hour sunset kayak paddle on Clark's Hill Lake. Departing from the boat ramp in the campground. ***Advanced ticket purchases are required***. Limited to 10 participants 7 years of age or older. Tandem kayaks and single kayaks will be assigned on a first-come first-served basis. Equipment is provided. Social distancing guidelines apply. $20 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Wonder why Panola Mountain is a restricted area? Come on a guided hike for a close look at our unique ecology and see how outcrop plants scrape out a living in this harsh environment. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring water. Register in advance. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Enjoy a guided hike of the Laurel Ridge Trail with the naturalist. The Laurel Ridge Trail is an approximately 1.6-mile moderate hike featuring ridgeline views, mountain coves, and high elevation species like chestnut oaks and blackjack oaks. This program requires pre-registration, as space will be limited to 9 participants. $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
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*Preregistration is required for this event, as it is limited to only 8 participants.
Join our Naturalist for a guided hike along the Meadow Loop at Vaughter's Farm. Learn about some of the area's rich history and about the native species that call this old farm meadow home. $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Whether it's a tour of our museum, mounds or riverside nature trail, join us most Tuesdays for an interesting tour with a ranger. Weather may affect tour length/location. Register by 3 p.m. Sunday since group size is limited. $2-$6. 770-387-3747.
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Join our interpretive ranger to learn about erosion and do an erosion experiment. Pre-registration for this event is required. $5 plus $5 parking. 229-838-4706.
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Help us monitor our bluebird nest boxes and our butterfly garden. Short walk and talk on basics of attracting both flying jewels to your yard. Limited attendance of 12. Meet at park office. Event is Free. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Whether it's a tour of our museum, mounds or riverside nature trail, join us most Tuesdays for an interesting tour with a ranger. Weather may affect tour length/location. Register by 3 p.m. Sunday since group size is limited. $2-$6. 770-387-3747.
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*Preregistration is required for this event, as it is limited to only 8 participants.
Join our Naturalist for a guided hike along the Meadow Loop at Vaughter's Farm. Learn about some of the area's rich history and about the native species that call this old farm meadow home. $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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***TENTATIVE DATES: Event will be held as Mother Nature permits, so make sure to keep an eye on our Facebook page for updates.***
Spend the day enjoying the sun and the flowers at Smithgall Woods State Park! Join us for a fun afternoon of hayrides, photo ops, and great local BBQ! This is a family friendly event. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
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Join us for this exciting and informative live animal presentation. Photography welcome throughout. Participants must register in advance. Space limited to 6. Call park office to register and get meeting location. $2 plus $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Bring your camera and take a look around Florence Marina for
for the items on our scavenger hunt list. Take a picture
with each item on our list and bring your completed list
and pictures to the Kirbo Interpretive Center by 4:00 to
claim your prize. Remember, this is not a race, so have fun! $5 parking. 229-838-4706.
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Join our Naturalist as we re-purpose drink bottles into bird feeders. Bring insect repellent, sunblock, bottled water, and empty plastic drink bottle. We will be working outside on separate tables unless it rains. Limit: 15 people, minimum 4. Pre-register prior to day of event; call or stop by Visitor Center. (912)287-4900 $5 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Wonder why Panola Mountain is a restricted area? Come on a guided hike for a close look at our unique ecology and see how outcrop plants scrape out a living in this harsh environment. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring water. Register in advance. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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***TENTATIVE DATES: Event will be held as Mother Nature permits, so make sure to keep an eye on our Facebook page for updates.***
Spend the day enjoying the sun and the flowers at Smithgall Woods State Park! Join us for a fun afternoon of hayrides, photo ops, and great local BBQ! This is a family friendly event. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
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Have you ever wondered what the trout in Duke's Creek are eating? Join Smithgall's Naturalist to learn how to catch and identify macroinvertebrates found in the stream. This program requires pre-registration by August 12th. A minimum of 10 participants is required, and space is limited to a maximum of 15 participants. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
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Wonder why Panola Mountain is a restricted area? Come on a guided hike for a close look at our unique ecology and see how outcrop plants scrape out a living in this harsh environment. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring water. Register in advance. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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***TENTATIVE DATES: Event will be held as Mother Nature permits, so make sure to keep an eye on our Facebook page for updates.***
Spend the day enjoying the sun and the flowers at Smithgall Woods State Park! Join us for a fun afternoon of hayrides, photo ops, and great local BBQ! This is a family friendly event. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
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Whether it's a tour of our museum, mounds or riverside nature trail, join us most Tuesdays for an interesting tour with a ranger. Weather may affect tour length/location. Register by 3 p.m. Sunday since group size is limited. $2-$6. 770-387-3747.
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Help us monitor our bluebird nest boxes and our butterfly garden. Short walk and talk on basics of attracting both flying jewels to your yard. Limited attendance of 12. Meet at park office. Event is Free. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Whether it's a tour of our museum, mounds or riverside nature trail, join us most Tuesdays for an interesting tour with a ranger. Weather may affect tour length/location. Register by 3 p.m. Sunday since group size is limited. $2-$6. 770-387-3747.
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Team up and complete in our on-site scavenger hunt with your camera or phone. Pick up checklist/rules at the Park Office. Pictures must be brought to the Park Office with checklist by 4:00 PM Saturday. Prizes given for completed scavenger hunts. $5 parking. $5 parking. 229-838-6202.
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***TENTATIVE DATES: Event will be held as Mother Nature permits, so make sure to keep an eye on our Facebook page for updates.***
Spend the day enjoying the sun and the flowers at Smithgall Woods State Park! Join us for a fun afternoon of hayrides, photo ops, and great local BBQ! This is a family friendly event. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
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Meet the park honeybees and learn all about these hard-working pollinators from our local beekeepers, owners of Boyd's Bees N Honey. Weather permitting. Participants must register in advance. Space limited to 6. Call park office to register and get meeting location. $2 plus $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Explore the flora and fauna surrounding Beaver Pond trail on this ranger led hike. This is an easy to moderate hike along a 2 mile dirt trail. Wear appropriate attire for hiking and bring water/snacks if desired. Pre-registration required, as space will be limited to less than 10 participants and social distancing will be required. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Join the Flint River Astronomy Club to get close and personal with the night sky. FRAC members will come and set up their telescopes. This event will take place in our pool parking lot. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Bring your own tools, bottled water, insect repellent, and sunblock; all other materials are supplied. Working outside on separate tables unless it rains. Limit: 8 people, minimum 4. Register at Visitor Center prior to day of event. (912)287-4900 $5 - $10 $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Join our Naturalist as we use our telescope to observe constellations, planets, and stars. Ages 8 and up; children must be accompanied by an adult. Limit: 15 people, minimum 4. Register at Visitor Center prior to day of event. (912)287-4900 $5 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Wonder why Panola Mountain is a restricted area? Come on a guided hike for a close look at our unique ecology and see how outcrop plants scrape out a living in this harsh environment. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring water. Register in advance. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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***TENTATIVE DATES: Event will be held as Mother Nature permits, so make sure to keep an eye on our Facebook page for updates.***
Spend the day enjoying the sun and the flowers at Smithgall Woods State Park! Join us for a fun afternoon of hayrides, photo ops, and great local BBQ! This is a family friendly event. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
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Volunteers will help with the maintenance of our pollination garden by weeding, trimming back bushes, and spreading mulch. Bring work gloves and gardening tools. $5 parking. 706-356-4363.
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*Preregistration is required for this event, as it is limited to only 8 participants.
Join our Naturalist for a guided hike along the Meadow Loop at Vaughter's Farm. Learn about some of the area's rich history and about the native species that call this old farm meadow home. $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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***TENTATIVE DATES: Event will be held as Mother Nature permits, so make sure to keep an eye on our Facebook page for updates.***
Spend the day enjoying the sun and the flowers at Smithgall Woods State Park! Join us for a fun afternoon of hayrides, photo ops, and great local BBQ! This is a family friendly event. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
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Whether it's a tour of our museum, mounds or riverside nature trail, join us most Tuesdays for an interesting tour with a ranger. Weather may affect tour length/location. Register by 3 p.m. Sunday since group size is limited. $2-$6. 770-387-3747.
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Help us monitor our bluebird nest boxes and our butterfly garden. Short walk and talk on basics of attracting both flying jewels to your yard. Limited attendance of 12. Meet at park office. Event is Free. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Whether it's a tour of our museum, mounds or riverside nature trail, join us most Tuesdays for an interesting tour with a ranger. Weather may affect tour length/location. Register by 3 p.m. Sunday since group size is limited. $2-$6. 770-387-3747.
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Wonder why Panola Mountain is a restricted area? Come on a guided hike for a close look at our unique ecology and see how outcrop plants scrape out a living in this harsh environment. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring water. Register in advance. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Join us for this exciting and informative live animal presentation. Photography welcome throughout. Participants must register in advance. Space limited to 6. Call park office to register and get meeting location. $2 plus $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Bring your camera and take a look around Florence Marina for
for the items on our scavenger hunt list. Take a picture
with each item on our list and bring your completed list
and pictures to the Kirbo Interpretive Center by 4:00 to
claim your prize. Remember, this is not a race, so have fun! $5 parking. 229-838-4706.
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Wonder why Panola Mountain is a restricted area? Come on a guided hike for a close look at our unique ecology and see how outcrop plants scrape out a living in this harsh environment. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring water. Register in advance. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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*Preregistration is required for this event, as it is limited to only 8 participants.
Join our Naturalist for a guided hike along the Meadow Loop at Vaughter's Farm. Learn about some of the area's rich history and about the native species that call this old farm meadow home. $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Team up for our camera hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the Park Office. Pictures must be brought to office by 4 PM Sat. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Learn fishing basics and parts of a fish and have a hour of fishing on the lake. Bring your own rod & reel or used one of ours. Pre-registration and pre-payment is required. Limited space. $8 per child ages 5 and up. Under the age of 5 and Parents $1. Must pre-register and pre-pay. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Team up for our camera hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the Park Office. Pictures must be brought to office by 4 PM Sat. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Join the Flint River Astronomy Club to get close and personal with the night sky. FRAC members will come and set up their telescopes. This event will take place in our pool parking lot. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Register your troop to join an interpretive ranger for a short hike into the canyon to learn about the history of the park and why the canyon formed. Pre-registration is required for this event, we have a max capacity of 10 for this hike. $5 plus $5 parking. 229-838-6202.
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Register your troop for a ranger-led paddle on Billys Lake to look for wildlife and then visit Billys Island to learn about its history. This program is offered in partnership with the Girl Scouts in honor of the National Girl Scouts Love State Parks initiative. Pre-registration is required. Space is very limited. $15 - $20 $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Team up for our camera hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the Park Office. Pictures must be brought to office by 4 PM Sat. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Ever wondered what preparation is needed to start your own bee hive. Come and ask questions to learn about bees, beekeeping and equipment.
Look at an observation hive to learn how busy bees are. Their roles in the hive as you watch brood emerge, honey made and larva growing.
Limited space- 6 Call the office and register. Bring water $3 plus $5 parking. 478-763-2759.
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Get Outdoors in June 2020. Kayak Twilight Paddle – Watch wading birds and enjoy the setting sun in the peaceful, ranger-led kayak trip along the Tugaloo peninsula on Lake Hartwell $15 per person, advance registration required $5 parking. 706-356-4363.
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Team up for our camera hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the Park Office. Pictures must be brought to office by 4 PM Sat. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Meet at the Hemlock Falls Trailhead by 9 a.m. to get started. Volunteers will help clean the trail and primitive campsites. Bring water and be prepared to get dirty. 706-947-3194.
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Show how much you care about your local Georgia State Park with your volunteer support for this event with the Friends of Pickett's Mill Battlefield State Historic Site. Individuals, families, or civic groups are welcome. We will complete various park improvement projects. 770-443-7850.
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Come enjoy your state park while lending a helping hand. Volunteers can come lend a hand in one of our native garden areas or pick up litter and help clean up our trails. Parking fee is waived for volunteers on this day. 706-754-7981.
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Join the Flint River Astronomy Club to get close and personal with the night sky. FRAC members will come and set up their telescopes. This event will take place in our pool parking lot. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Join Providence Canyon State Park in Becoming and Outdoors Woman! Women of all ages will have the chance to learn campfire building, hiking pack essentials, and join our interpretive ranger for a hike into the canyons to learn about erosion. Class will begin at 10am, please pack a lunch and plenty of water. $10 plus $5 parking. 229-838-4706.
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Enjoy an evening using your night-time sense and learning about nocturnal animals during the spookiest time of the year. Meet at the Black Rock Lake Trail. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Join us for a ranger-led hike up Panola Mountain to enjoy the sunset over Atlanta. The moonlight will guide us down to a lakeside campfire, where we'll enjoy s'mores! Bring flashlights, bug spray, hiking boots and water. Ages 10 and up. Space is limited. Call the Nature Center to register. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Join the Flint River Astronomy Club to get close and personal with the night sky. FRAC members will come and set up their telescopes. This event will take place in our pool parking lot. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Do you want to work off some of that turkey weight while avoiding the malls on Black Friday? Join us as we opt outdoors on this guided mountain hike. This hike is moderately strenuous, but there is no better way to take in the last of the fall colors. Must call to register in advance, wear sturdy shoes, and bring water. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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