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Stephen C. Foster State Park


Thursday, April 9, 2026

Dark Skies Stargazing
Thursday, Apr 9, 2026 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join us to enjoy the awe inspiring beauty of the stars. We are a Gold Tier certified Dark Sky Park with some of the best night skies on the east coast. 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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Saturday, April 11, 2026

Suwannee River Swamplands Hike
Saturday, Apr 11, 2026 2 PM to 3:30 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Explore the beginnings of the Suwannee River on this ranger guided hike at the Suwannee River Sill. Learn about the abundant wildlife found within the Okefenokee (the headwaters of the Suwannee) and the history of how people have used this land while taking in the unique scenery of this environment. Sign up in advance by calling park. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Dark Skies Stargazing
Saturday, Apr 11, 2026 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join us to enjoy the awe inspiring beauty of the stars. We are a Gold Tier certified Dark Sky Park with some of the best night skies on the east coast. 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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Sunday, April 12, 2026

Benefits of Birding Hike
Sunday, Apr 12, 2026 9 AM to 10 AM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Did you know that Okefenokee is home to 234 species of birds? Wrangle up those binoculars and join a ranger for a hike on our Upland Pine Trail and learn the benefits of learning while birding. By the end you will have a better understanding of how the Okefenokee Swamp benefits these beautiful animals and gives a chance to many species of concern. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Ecosystems at Your Fingertips: Microscope Mania
Sunday, Apr 12, 2026 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join a Park Ranger at picnic shelter 2 for a fun filled program where we dive into the world of all things small. We will utilize a microscope to glance into the tiny worlds that are found the Okefenokee, and even watch carnivorous plants in action under the scope! $2 plus parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Epic Apex: Alligators of the Okefenokee
Wednesday, Apr 15, 2026 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join us at the historic Suwannee River Sill to learn about the swamp’s most famous residents: alligators! These large, long-lived survivors from a prehistoric world are far more fascinating—and important—than they first appear. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Thursday, April 16, 2026

Dark Skies Stargazing
Thursday, Apr 16, 2026 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join us to enjoy the awe inspiring beauty of the stars. We are a Gold Tier certified Dark Sky Park with some of the best night skies on the east coast. 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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Friday, April 17, 2026

Sunset on the Okefenokee Swamp Paddle
Friday, Apr 17, 2026 7 PM to 8:30 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join a Ranger for a guided paddle on the Okefenokee at sunset. Watch as the sky bursts with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $15-$35 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Dark Skies Stargazing
Friday, Apr 17, 2026 8:45 PM to 9:45 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join us to enjoy the awe inspiring beauty of the stars. We are a Gold Tier certified Dark Sky Park with some of the best night skies on the east coast. 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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Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Epic Apex: Alligators of the Okefenokee
Wednesday, Apr 22, 2026 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join us at the historic Suwannee River Sill to learn about the swamp’s most famous residents: alligators! These large, long-lived survivors from a prehistoric world are far more fascinating—and important—than they first appear. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Friday, April 24, 2026

Sunset on the Okefenokee Swamp Paddle
Friday, Apr 24, 2026 7 PM to 8:30 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join a Ranger for a guided paddle on the Okefenokee at sunset. Watch as the sky bursts with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $15-$35 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Epic Apex: Alligators of the Okefenokee
Wednesday, Apr 29, 2026 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join us at the historic Suwannee River Sill to learn about the swamp’s most famous residents: alligators! These large, long-lived survivors from a prehistoric world are far more fascinating—and important—than they first appear. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Friday, May 1, 2026

Wetlands and Wildfires - How Fire and Rain Shape the Okefenokee
Friday, May 1, 2026 4:15 PM to 5 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
How can wetlands burn? Do wildfires help or hurt environments? What makes a place fire prone? How has our relationship with fire changed over time? Learn the fascinating story of wildfires in the Okefenokee Swamp and how fire and water continue to define our unique ecosystem. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Sunset on the Okefenokee Swamp Paddle
Friday, May 1, 2026 7 PM to 8:30 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join a Ranger for a guided paddle on the Okefenokee at sunset. Watch as the sky bursts with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $15-$35 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Friday, May 8, 2026

Sunset on the Okefenokee Swamp Paddle
Friday, May 8, 2026 7 PM to 8:30 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join a Ranger for a guided paddle on the Okefenokee at sunset. Watch as the sky bursts with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $15-$35 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Friday, May 15, 2026

Sunset on the Okefenokee Swamp Paddle
Friday, May 15, 2026 7:15 PM to 8:45 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join a Ranger for a guided paddle on the Okefenokee at sunset. Watch as the sky bursts with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $15-$35 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Saturday, May 16, 2026

Dark Skies Stargazing
Saturday, May 16, 2026 8:45 PM to 9:45 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join us to enjoy the awe inspiring beauty of the stars. We are a Gold Tier certified Dark Sky Park with some of the best night skies on the east coast. 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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Friday, May 22, 2026

Sunset on the Okefenokee Swamp Paddle
Friday, May 22, 2026 7:15 PM to 8:45 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join a Ranger for a guided paddle on the Okefenokee at sunset. Watch as the sky bursts with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $15-$35 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Friday, May 29, 2026

Sunset on the Okefenokee Swamp Paddle
Friday, May 29, 2026 7:15 PM to 8:45 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join a Ranger for a guided paddle on the Okefenokee at sunset. Watch as the sky bursts with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $15-$35 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Friday, June 5, 2026

Sunset on the Okefenokee Swamp Paddle
Friday, Jun 5, 2026 7:30 PM to 9 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join a Ranger for a guided paddle on the Okefenokee at sunset. Watch as the sky bursts with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $15-$35 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Friday, June 12, 2026

Sunset on the Okefenokee Swamp Paddle
Friday, Jun 12, 2026 7:30 PM to 9 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join a Ranger for a guided paddle on the Okefenokee at sunset. Watch as the sky bursts with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $15-$35 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Saturday, June 13, 2026

Dark Skies Stargazing
Saturday, Jun 13, 2026 8:45 PM to 9:45 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join us to enjoy the awe inspiring beauty of the stars. We are a Gold Tier certified Dark Sky Park with some of the best night skies on the east coast. 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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Friday, June 19, 2026

Sunset on the Okefenokee Swamp Paddle
Friday, Jun 19, 2026 7:30 PM to 9 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join a Ranger for a guided paddle on the Okefenokee at sunset. Watch as the sky bursts with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $15-$35 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Friday, June 26, 2026

Sunset on the Okefenokee Swamp Paddle
Friday, Jun 26, 2026 7:30 PM to 9 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join a Ranger for a guided paddle on the Okefenokee at sunset. Watch as the sky bursts with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $15-$35 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Friday, July 3, 2026

Sunset on the Okefenokee Swamp Paddle
Friday, Jul 3, 2026 7:30 PM to 9 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join a Ranger for a guided paddle on the Okefenokee at sunset. Watch as the sky bursts with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $15-$35 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Wednesday, July 8, 2026

Blackwaters and Swamp Stories - 72 Years of Stephen C. Foster State Park
Wednesday, Jul 8, 2026 12 PM to 1 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join us in celebrating 72 years of adventures, family gatherings, fish stories, majestic wilderness, incredible moments, and memories. Learn about the history of the swamp, about Jones Island from a fort, to a railroad, a fish camp, and at last a park. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Friday, July 10, 2026

Sunset on the Okefenokee Swamp Paddle
Friday, Jul 10, 2026 7:30 PM to 9 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join a Ranger for a guided paddle on the Okefenokee at sunset. Watch as the sky bursts with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $15-$35 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Saturday, July 11, 2026

Dark Skies Stargazing
Saturday, Jul 11, 2026 8:45 PM to 9:45 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join us to enjoy the awe inspiring beauty of the stars. We are a Gold Tier certified Dark Sky Park with some of the best night skies on the east coast. 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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Friday, July 17, 2026

Sunset on the Okefenokee Swamp Paddle
Friday, Jul 17, 2026 7:30 PM to 9 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join a Ranger for a guided paddle on the Okefenokee at sunset. Watch as the sky bursts with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $15-$35 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Friday, July 24, 2026

Sunset on the Okefenokee Swamp Paddle
Friday, Jul 24, 2026 7:30 PM to 9 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join a Ranger for a guided paddle on the Okefenokee at sunset. Watch as the sky bursts with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $15-$35 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Friday, July 31, 2026

Sunset on the Okefenokee Swamp Paddle
Friday, Jul 31, 2026 7:15 PM to 8:45 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join a Ranger for a guided paddle on the Okefenokee at sunset. Watch as the sky bursts with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $15-$35 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Saturday, August 8, 2026

Dark Skies Stargazing
Saturday, Aug 8, 2026 8:45 PM to 9:45 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join us to enjoy the awe inspiring beauty of the stars. We are a Gold Tier certified Dark Sky Park with some of the best night skies on the east coast. 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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Saturday, September 12, 2026

Girl Scouts Love The Awesome Okefenokee Boat Tour
Saturday, Sep 12, 2026 11 AM to 1 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Bring your Girl Scouts to experience the magic, majesty, and history of the Okefenokee Swamp. We'll take a bout tour out into the heart of the Okefenokee, seeing alligators, wading birds, and more. Then we'll stop at Billy's Island to learn about human history in the swamp. $15 - $22.50 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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