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Monday, July 14, 2025

Jr. Ranger Camp Week 1
Monday, Jul 14, 2025 8:30 AM to 3 PM
Fort Mountain State Park - Chatsworth, GA
Join us for three days of awesome summer fun at our Jr. Ranger Camp! We will have tons of ranger led activities including hiking, paddling, swimming, nature talks, crafts, history, and more! Each day begins at 8:30 am and ends at 3 pm Ages 7-13. Registration is required. 10 kids max per camp. Please contact the park office to register. $75 plus $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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Saturday, July 19, 2025

Twilight Kayak Tour
Saturday, Jul 19, 2025 7 PM to 9 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water as the sun sets. We'll paddle to the spot we've found Bald Eagles mating and talk about their ecological importance. Bring water, bug spray and a change of clothes (optional). For more info and to register, click on the link below. $20 if you use your craft, $25 if you use ours $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Sunday, July 20, 2025

Morning River Paddle
Sunday, Jul 20, 2025 9:15 AM to 10:30 AM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Join us for a peaceful morning paddle. Fun and easy, no experience necessary. Ranger led. Space is limited, Pre-registration required. Participants will need to sign a waiver. $15.00 per person $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Sunset Paddle
Sunday, Jul 20, 2025 8 PM to 9:15 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Enjoy a relaxing paddle on the river while the sun sets. Fun and easy, no experience necessary. Ranger led. Space is limited, Pre-registration required. Participants will need to sign a waiver. If there is inclement weather, the program will need to be cancelled and those registered will receive a full refund. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Monday, July 21, 2025

Kayaking with your Kid
Monday, Jul 21, 2025 6 PM to 8 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Does your kid want to learn to kayak but you don't know where to start? Join us after hours at the park and we will discuss the basics of kayaking with you and your kid, answer questions you both may have, and let you use a tandem kayak for a short paddle on the water to get a feel for it. RSVP by 7/24/25. $50 for parent & child (not each) $5 parking. 478-763-2759.
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Saturday, July 26, 2025

Twilight Kayak Tour
Saturday, Jul 26, 2025 7 PM to 9 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water as the sun sets. We'll paddle to the spot we've found Bald Eagles mating and talk about their ecological importance. Bring water, bug spray and a change of clothes (optional). For more info and to register, click on the link below. $20 if you use your craft, $25 if you use ours $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Sunset Paddle
Saturday, Jul 26, 2025 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Laura S. Walker State Park - Waycross, GA
Join our Naturalist for a beautiful sunset kayak paddle on our blackwater lake!. Pre-register at the Visitor Center by 5:00PM the day of the event. Space is limited! We will meet at the kayaks beside the gazebo to hit the water! All participants must be able to swim. We hope to see you there! $25 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Sunset in the Swamp Kayak Paddle
Saturday, Jul 26, 2025 7:45 PM to 8:45 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
There is something magical about being in the swamp at sunset, the colors reflecting on its dark waters. Kayak in the swamp as the sun slips away, birds fly home to roost, frogs begin their chorus, and nocturnal creatures start their night. $35 plus $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Sunset Paddle
Saturday, Jul 26, 2025 8 PM to 9:15 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Enjoy a relaxing paddle on the river while the sun sets. Fun and easy, no experience necessary. Ranger led. Space is limited, Pre-registration required. Participants will need to sign a waiver. If there is inclement weather, the program will need to be cancelled and those registered will receive a full refund. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Sunday, July 27, 2025

Kayaking 101
Sunday, Jul 27, 2025 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Learn the basic movements of kayaking on a safe and peaceful section of Lake Rutledge. Open to visitors 16 years and older who can swim and are new to kayaking. Equipment provided. Space limited to less than 8 participants. To register or for more info, please click on the link below. $25 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Morning River Paddle
Sunday, Jul 27, 2025 9:15 AM to 10:30 AM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Join us for a peaceful morning paddle. Fun and easy, no experience necessary. Ranger led. Space is limited, Pre-registration required. Participants will need to sign a waiver. $15.00 per person $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Thursday, July 31, 2025

Kayaking with your Kid
Thursday, Jul 31, 2025 6 PM to 8 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Does your kid want to learn to kayak but you don't know where to start? Join us after hours at the park and we will discuss the basics of kayaking with you and your kid, answer questions you both may have, and let you use a tandem kayak for a short paddle on the water to get a feel for it. RSVP by 7/24/25. $50 for parent & child (not each) $5 parking. 478-763-2759.
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Saturday, August 2, 2025

Twilight Kayak Tour
Saturday, Aug 2, 2025 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water as the sun sets. We'll paddle to the spot we've found Bald Eagles mating and talk about their ecological importance. Bring water, bug spray and a change of clothes (optional). For more info and to register, click on the link below. $20 if you use your craft, $25 if you use ours $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Saturday, August 9, 2025

Twilight Kayak Tour
Saturday, Aug 9, 2025 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water as the sun sets. We'll paddle to the spot we've found Bald Eagles mating and talk about their ecological importance. Bring water, bug spray and a change of clothes (optional). For more info and to register, click on the link below. $20 if you use your craft, $25 if you use ours $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Sunset in the Swamp Kayak Paddle
Saturday, Aug 9, 2025 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
There is something magical about being in the swamp at sunset, the colors reflecting on its dark waters. Kayak in the swamp as the sun slips away, birds fly home to roost, frogs begin their chorus, and nocturnal creatures start their night. $35 plus $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Sunday, August 10, 2025

Kayaking 101
Sunday, Aug 10, 2025 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Learn the basic movements of kayaking on a safe and peaceful section of Lake Rutledge. Open to visitors 16 years and older who can swim and are new to kayaking. Equipment provided. Space limited to less than 8 participants. To register or for more info, please click on the link below. $25 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Monday, August 11, 2025

Paddle Under the Perseids
Monday, Aug 11, 2025 10 PM to 11 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Join a park ranger on this kayak tour as we watch what is considered to be the year's best meteor shower because the meteors are often bright and leave long trails. Bring water, a change of clothes or a towel, flashlight and bug repellent. Participants must be 8 years and older. For more info and to register click on the link below. $25 if you use your craft or $30 if you use ours. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Tuesday, August 12, 2025

Paddle Under the Perseids
Tuesday, Aug 12, 2025 10 PM to 11 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Join a park ranger on this kayak tour as we watch what is considered to be the year's best meteor shower because the meteors are often bright and leave long trails. Bring water, a change of clothes or a towel, flashlight and bug repellent. Participants must be 8 years and older. For more info and to register click on the link below. $25 if you use your craft or $30 if you use ours. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Paddle Under the Perseids
Tuesday, Aug 12, 2025 to Wednesday, Aug 13, 2025 11:30 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Join a park ranger on this kayak tour as we watch what is considered to be the year's best meteor shower because the meteors are often bright and leave long trails. Bring water, a change of clothes or a towel, flashlight and bug repellent. Participants must be 8 years and older. For more info and to register click on the link below. $25 if you use your craft or $30 if you use ours. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Wednesday, August 13, 2025

Paddle Under the Perseids
Wednesday, Aug 13, 2025 10 PM to 11 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Join a park ranger on this kayak tour as we watch what is considered to be the year's best meteor shower because the meteors are often bright and leave long trails. Bring water, a change of clothes or a towel, flashlight and bug repellent. Participants must be 8 years and older. For more info and to register click on the link below. $25 if you use your craft or $30 if you use ours. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Saturday, August 16, 2025

Twilight Kayak Tour
Saturday, Aug 16, 2025 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water as the sun sets. We'll paddle to the spot we've found Bald Eagles mating and talk about their ecological importance. Bring water, bug spray and a change of clothes (optional). For more info and to register, click on the link below. $20 if you use your craft, $25 if you use ours $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Saturday, August 23, 2025

Sunset in the Swamp Kayak Paddle
Saturday, Aug 23, 2025 7:15 PM to 8:15 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
There is something magical about being in the swamp at sunset, the colors reflecting on its dark waters. Kayak in the swamp as the sun slips away, birds fly home to roost, frogs begin their chorus, and nocturnal creatures start their night. $35 plus $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Sunday, August 24, 2025

Kayaking 101
Sunday, Aug 24, 2025 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Learn the basic movements of kayaking on a safe and peaceful section of Lake Rutledge. Open to visitors 16 years and older who can swim and are new to kayaking. Equipment provided. Space limited to less than 8 participants. To register or for more info, please click on the link below. $25 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Sunday, August 31, 2025

Twilight Kayak Tour
Sunday, Aug 31, 2025 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water as the sun sets. We'll paddle to the spot we've found Bald Eagles mating and talk about their ecological importance. Bring water, bug spray and a change of clothes (optional). For more info and to register, click on the link below. $20 if you use your craft, $25 if you use ours $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Monday, September 1, 2025

Twilight Kayak Tour
Monday, Sep 1, 2025 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water as the sun sets. We'll paddle to the spot we've found Bald Eagles mating and talk about their ecological importance. Bring water, bug spray and a change of clothes (optional). For more info and to register, click on the link below. $20 if you use your craft, $25 if you use ours $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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