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Friday, November 21, 2025

Free Fun for the Family and Fido
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 9 AM to 4 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Come out for an afternoon of fun with the family and your furry friend! Take a hike by the river, enjoy lunch at our riverside picnic tables and stop by the Visitor Center to check out our cornhole, croquet, horseshoe, and other yard games $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Homeschool: Animal Diseases, Causes and Protecting Yourself
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Want to learn how to identify a sick animal and what makes them sick? We will be covering the following diseases: rabies, white-nose syndrome and chronic wasting disease. Find out which animals are affected, how they are affected, and what you do if you come across a sick animal. $3 plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Yoga in the Park
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 11 AM to 12 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Friends of the Park volunteer, Bonnie Cayce, will be leading a yoga session at the Interpretive Center with a special live musical accompaniment. The session is free, but donations to the Friends of Cloudland Canyon State Park organization are appreciated. Participants will need to bring their own yoga mat and water. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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West Rim Hike
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
This Ranger led hike takes you down into the canyon and up the west side to a rocky outcrop on the West Rim Trail. Moderately strenuous. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Herp, Herp, Hooray!
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
*!Pre-registration is required at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time!* 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 $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Creatures of the Night Hike
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 7 PM to 8 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
*!Pre-registration is required at least 1 hour before the scheduled time!* Scorpions, owls, and bats, oh my! Attend this evening hike to learn about the nocturnal animals of Crooked River State Park. $5 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Become a Campfire Chef: Pizza!
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
Come warm your hands and stomach by learning how to make campfire pizza with our rangers outside the visitor center! This is part of our 2025 campfire cooking series. You will receive a personalized sticker and gain new cooking skills with each program you attend! Pre-registration is required, call the visitor to reserve your spot. $5 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Elijah Clark Homestead Tour
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 9 AM to 10 AM
Elijah Clark State Park - Lincolnton, GA
Join us as we step into the past and learn about General Elijah Clark and the daily lives of settlers during the Revolutionary War. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Elijah Clark Homestead Tour
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Elijah Clark State Park - Lincolnton, GA
Join us as we step into the past and learn about General Elijah Clark and the daily lives of settlers during the Revolutionary War. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Elijah Clark Homestead Tour
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Elijah Clark State Park - Lincolnton, GA
Join us as we step into the past and learn about General Elijah Clark and the daily lives of settlers during the Revolutionary War. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Holiday Cards at the Park
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 9 AM to 4 PM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
Bring holiday cheer to those less fortunate by writing cards for the local retirement homes. Stop by the card table in the park office anytime during office hours. Cards, stamp pads, and writing utensils provided. Cards will be collected and given to a local retirement home by Dec 20th. Pet pawprints welcome too! $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Fireside Fun in the Campground
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 6 PM to 7:30 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Snuggle up next to our campfire and unwind with a cup of hot cocoa. A park ranger will have some activities planned too. Meet us by the assembly shelter in the campground. $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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CCC Smores
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Fort Mountain State Park - Chatsworth, GA
Fight off the autumn chill with some tasty smores around the campfire! Join a ranger at the Beach area at 5:30 PM for some smores. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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Community Campfire & S'mores on the House!
Fridays 6 PM - 8 PM – Nov 21, 2025 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday Fun Game Night
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 5 PM to 6 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Come down to Picnic Shelter 5 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. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Campfire and Hot Cocoa
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 6 PM to 7 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Come down to Picnic Shelter 4 for a warm campfire and hot cocoa. A ranger will be present talking about park history, ghost stories, and fun facts about nature. Feel free to bring any nature or history questions you have to ask the ranger. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Homeschool Friday: Homemade Butter in a Jar
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 11 AM to 12 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Meet at Camp Lawton History Center and churn your own butter the old fashioned way. Private group programs are available with advanced scheduling. $3 Registration is required in advance. $3 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Fireside Friendsgiving
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Gather family and friends around our campground campfire for a game, story, and roasted marshmallows. Please register in advance at the Visitor Center. $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Fall Bingo Hike
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Come see what nature has to offer at Red Top as we walk the Sweetgum trail in search of items on our Bingo sheets. Start the day off right with a hike! All items can be found at Red Top this time of the year. .75 mile hike on Sweetgum Trail, easy difficulty. $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Nature Haiku
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us for a relaxing exploration of Haiku poetry! We will delve into its history and learn how to write proper haikus. For inspiration, we will draw from the beauty we observe in the park. If you're interested in discovering this ancient art form, please call us today to reserve your spot. 2.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Compass Coaching Course
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 11 AM to 12 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Knowing how to use a compass and a map is a GREAT skill for anyone to possess. Learn how to follow a bearing, calculate distance, and more. Get started early (or late!) learning valuable life skills. If this is something you would like to know how to do, simply navigate your way to the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center! $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Survival Fire Starting
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 12 PM to 1 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Knowing how to construct, start and maintain a viable fire is probably the most essential survival skill. Uses include; cooking, safety, heat, signaling, and not becoming a human popsicle. Don't get left out in the cold! Come get properly educated! Meet at the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Orienteering and Land Navigation
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 3 PM to 5 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Knowing how to read a map and effectively navigate using only a compass is a great skill to have. Start preparing for an emergency BEFORE it happens. We have the experience and know-how to get you up to speed! If this is something that you would like to know how to do, simply navigate your way to the Tennis Courts by the Trading Post. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Campfire Comradery
Fridays 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM – Nov 21, 2025 until Nov 28, 2025 
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
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! $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Jewels of the Marsh: Diamondback Terrapins
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 3 PM to 4 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Jewels of the Marsh: Diamondback Terrapins 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. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Sunset on the Swamp Cruise
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 4:45 PM to 5:45 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Enjoy the beauty of the Okefenokee swamp at sunset. Take a relaxing and immersive evening tour into the swamp. Watch as the suns colors put on a show over our dark waters. $25-35 plus $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Go inside the New Manchester mill ruins on this easy 1 mile hike and learn the heroing tale of the mill workers. While all ages are welcome, this trail is not stroller friendly. Please wear close toed shoes and dress for the weather. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Olfactory Opulence: How Moths Influenced Perfume
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Make your own perfume while learning about how the mighty moth shaped the world via scent. This program is indoors. Each participants gets 5 perfume tubes. Coffee and tea are avaiable for participants. To register call 770-732-2613 15 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Soap Making- Homemade for the Holidays
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
This soap making program is suitable for ages 5+ Pick your scent. Pick our color. Pick your mold ranging form flowers to animal paw shapes. 5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Ranger Mini Golf
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
play a fun game of mini golf with a ranger twist ! $5 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Reflections of Fall Sunset Paddle
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 4:15 PM to 5:30 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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