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A leisurely pace will be set as we hike to the West Rim of the Canyon, only completing the 2.5 mile loop section of the trail. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Confederate Vice President Alexander Stephens' home, Liberty Hall, will be decorated with styles of the Victorian Christmas past. Enjoy a tour of the house, create a craft, and listen to the sounds of the Victorian Era. Refreshments will be served by the Friends of A.H. Stephens State Park. $4 - $8.00 706-456-2602.
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Come out to see our Christmas light displays every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday starting November 28th and ending December 24th. Tour our 10 acre event field and see displays set up by site partners, volunteers, and area businesses. There will be refreshments, a movie, and a campfire! On December 25th, it will be lights only. $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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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. Find us in the Visitor Center's Arch Room! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Let's get festive! Join us for some warm hot coco and cheery holiday music while you jot down you Christmas wish list for Santa. It's the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit! $5 a kid $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Get ready for some serious holiday cheer! Santa and Mrs. Claus are coming to Chattahoochee Bend, and they are bringing all the festive fun with them! Come on down and enjoy some awesome holiday music, warm up with some hot coco, and snap some super cute family photos with the jolly couple. It's going to be a blast! $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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This short but strenuous guided hike will go from the Interpretive Center down to the ford at Bear Creek (approximately 3 miles roundtrip). $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Explore the geologic forces that formed the canyon and the surrounding area. This moderately strenuous hike (just under 2 miles) begins at the Main Overlook and proceeds down to Cherokee Falls. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Decorate a wooden medallion Christmas ornament during this one hour craft session. All materials are provided and there is a $5.00 fee for this program. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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*!Pre-registration is required at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time!*
Learn how to tie a hook and catch a fish with a ranger! $10.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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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 plus $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Embrace your inner curiosity as we dissect and learn about the ins and outs of one of the oceans' most common animals: The Squid! $10.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Come to the Dahlonega Gold Museum to enjoy some holiday cheer! Sip hot chocolate while you paint salt-dough Christmas ornaments and have a wonderful memory to take home with you! Museum admission required. 706-864-2257.
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Meet at the Overlook trail for a short hike and craft that will explore our local evergreen trees. Pre-registration required, reserve your spot by calling the visitor center. $3 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Join us at Picnic Shelter 3 to learn about Georgia mammals! You will have the opportunity to touch and interact with a variety of furs while learning about the animals that call our state home. Pay in the visitor center beforehand, or bring cash to the event. $1 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Join our naturalist at Picnic Shelter 3 to make a pinecone bird feeder for your yard and learn about the non-migratory birds it could attract! Pre-registration is required, call the visitor center to reserve your spot. $3 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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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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Celebrate monumental moments with us as we honor this year’s Georgia State Parks theme, Monumental Moments: America’s 250th! Take part in our on-site scavenger hunt and explore the park in a whole new way! $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Learn about the plants the colonists would have used to decorate their homes during the holiday season. Together with a Ranger, craft a wreath in the style of the 18th century to brighten your home with. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Learn about the plants the colonists would have used to decorate their homes during the holiday season. Together with a Ranger, craft a wreath in the style of the 18th century to brighten your home with. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Join a ranger for a Saturday afternoon painting in the park. We have plenty of beautiful green spaces and wildlife to use for your inspiration! Supplies will be provided with the program fee. $6 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Learn fire safety from our ranger-led campfire construction demonstration and enjoy some smores next to our outdoor fireplace! Begins at Shelter 7 at 4:00 PM. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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Come join us every Saturday for a long, leisurely stroll on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, as we typically take 3-4 hours to complete this 7-mile loop hike. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Come join us at the campground activity shelter. We’ll be decorating keepsake Christmas ornaments! Only $5 per ornament $5 parking. 229-276-1004.
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Join our Friends of Hamburg State Park for a night of Holiday Fun!
There will be hot chocolate and cookies, crafts, and even Santa himself!! $5 parking. 478-552-2393.
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Shelter building, fire building, knot tying: Work by yourself or as a family team to create your own shelter using the forest around you (surrounding sticks, branches, vines). Then, learn helpful skills about fire building and tying knots. All supplies provided. Geared toward ages 8 years and older. Pre-registration required. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Step back in time to Christmas of 1877--Come see the Mansion at West End decked in gorgeous period holiday decor, and learn about Victorian Christmas traditions from reenactors in period dress. This open house on Friday and Saturday nights in December is highlighted by twinkling candle lights, live music, smores around the campfire and more! 706-878-1077.
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We have a few fun winter mushroom species in Georgia. Meet the Naturalist on the lawn next to Picnic Shelter #1 to hike the Falls View Trail (strenuously rated) to see if we can find any. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Visitors will walk along the candlelit path under centuries old oaks and will be treated to a guided tour of the antebellum home. Living history enactors, musket and cannon firings, Santa Claus, carols, hot wassail and cookies will highlight the event. $6 - $10. 912-264-7333.
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Meet the naturalist the the Multi-Use Trail Head for a 2 mile hike to enjoy the cool air and new view of the park without leaves. $5 parking. 770-504-2277.
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Join our naturalist at the Museum for a fun craft to make your very own unique snowflake decoration! $5 parking. 770-504-2277.
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Meet our naturalist at the Multi-Use Trail head for a 1 mile hike to learn about hibernating animals! $5 parking. 770-504-2277.
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Join us for an easy 1.2 mile hike around the lower lake. Enjoy Moon Pies and hot cocoa by the moonlight on the lower dam. Meet at the park office by 7:00PM and make sure to bring a flashlight, a blanket to sit on to watch the moonrise, and wear comfortable shoes. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-857-0826.
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Take a guided tour of the two historic farm houses decorated for the season and learn about the history of Christmas traditions, from tree decorating and celebrations to cards, gifts and carols, and see how they changed between the 1800s and early 1900s. $1-$8. 478-986-5172.
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Try your hand at using a pump drill or grinding corn just like the Indigenous People of Kolomoki did nearly 2000 years ago, as we explore the history, daily life, skills and tools utilized by them, as well as the natural resources still present today that helped to create this thriving community. $5 parking. 229-724-2150.
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Try your hand at using a pump drill or grinding corn just like the Indigenous People of Kolomoki did nearly 2000 years ago, as we explore the history, daily life, skills and tools utilized by them, as well as the natural resources still present today that helped to create this thriving community. $5 parking. 229-724-2150.
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Meet our Naturalist at the Boat Ramp Picnic Table to paint your own Kolomoki Keepsake.
All supplies provided, outside of a painting smock. Pre-Registration advised, as supplies are limited.
Program Fee can be made with exact cash at event or prepaid with credit card or cash at Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 229-724-2150.
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A guided tour of Kolomoki Mounds, as we climb Mound A and learn a little about the rich history of these sacred grounds created nearly 2000 years ago and many of the natural resources still present today.
Hike covers about .75 miles and will last about 1 hour. Closed toe shoes, water and cameras are encouraged. $5 parking. 229-724-2150.
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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 $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Join us at the Park for a holiday craft, s'mores, hot chocolate, popcorn, Christmas sweets and visit with Santa! All ages are welcome to join in the fun. Bring your camera to take photos with Santa. This event is free! Park pass is required upon entering the Park. Merry Christmas! We will see you there! $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Gather at Camp Lawton History Center for a ranger led hike to Camp Lawton's earthworks and breastworks along the Camp Lawton Trail. Admission to the History Center is included. Ages 3 and under are free. $5 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Learn archery from a certified instructor with all equipment provided. Take on your Grinch name and see how many Christmas balloons you can pop. Meet at the archery range.
Ages 8 and up $10 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Join us at the campground picnic shelter and churn your own butter the old fashioned way. $3 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Candles are part of the Christmas tradition and has been for centuries. Join us as we step back in time to create candles the old fashion way, by dipping candles like our ancestors did. We will add some Christmas charm by mixing in a little red along with the white. It's sure to be a jolly good time. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Join in the festivities as we celebrate Christmas through nature's bounty. Venture on a Christmas scavenger hunt, create holiday crafts from nature; such as pinecone Christmas trees, a gourd snowman, tree cookie ornaments and our favorite a sprig of mistletoe. Cap the day off playing Christmas gift bingo where everyone wins a gift. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Come explore the nature trails of New Echota with one of the Rangers. This will be the last Saturday hike of the year so don't miss out on the opportunity to explore history and nature one more time before the new year. Admission fee required. Admission includes ranger led programs, guided tours, and entry to the grounds. $6-$8. 706-624-1321.
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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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Step into the heartwarming spirit of the season at our enchanting Vaughan Log Cabin! Santa and Mrs. Claus will be here, ready to spread. Be sure to bring your camera to capture memorable moments! While you wait to take pictures with the cheerful couple, enjoy the festive atmosphere filled with classic holiday songs. Free plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Come visit Santa at the Vaughn Log Cabin decorated for the Holidays for family picture taking with Santa on December 6th from 11am to 3pm. In case of inclement weather, Santa will be in the Conference Room of the Visitor Center. All vehicles require an annual pass or a daily $5.00 park pass. For more information, call 770-975-0055. $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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FDR portrayer James Fowler will recite the "Day of Infamy" speech declaring that a state of war exists sending the United States into WWII. Kelly's Zeroes a historical reenacting organization will be displaying items and uniforms that were used during World War Il. Performances at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. $5.00 Youth -$7.50 Adults Admissions not included or required 706-655-5870.
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Canceled due to inclement weather.
Service on the Sandpiper: Volunteer Winter Workday
Make new friends and join our group of volunteers as we
clean up the park. We will mulch the trail surface and cut back overgrown vegetation on the Sandpiper trail. We will
also be removing any invasive plants (such as Chinese tallow) we see. 912-598-2300.
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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. $35 plus $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Come and celebrate the Season, make crafts, enjoy Christmas music, Meet Santa, have a snack and go on a hay ride here at the park. $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Come by the Nature Hut to see some taxidermied animals you would see in the area and take the opportunity to meet two of our live snakes! $5 parking. 706-456-4362.
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Join us at our Nature Hut for an informative program about snakes that are native to Georgia and meet our snake ambassadors. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Meet behind the Nature Hut at the zipline for a family friendly movie under the stars. bring chairs and blankets for comfort. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Come Join Us for a unique ornament creation using a stick and ribbon! Meet @ Campground Pavilion. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Join us for an evening full of Christmas cheer! Bring the little ones out to see Santa and have their picture taken, a fun Christmas craft, sweet treats, hot chocolate, Christmas lights, campsite decorating contest, campfire, a Christmas movie, and a Christmas light hayride around the park! $1-5 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Celebrate the holiday season at Wormsloe with traditional festive activities including period music and living history demonstrations. Help us find yule logs to be burned starting at 10:30 a.m. and 2:00 pm starting in our Colonial Life Area! $3.25-$12.00 912-353-3023.
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