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Love is blooming at Amicalola! In this program, we will be highlighting your individual interpretation of the surrounding environment through the art of Nature Journaling. Use your creativity to make your own nature-themed Valentine's Day card and spread the love with your favorite people! Find us in the lower Lodge Lobby in the Chestnut Oak Room! Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Bring your sweetheart on a fun Valentines Night glow hike to the observation tower. Wear your Valentines LED lights and glow sticks, the Ranger will provide additional glow items. $5 plus parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Learn the difference between salamanders and lizards in this program highlighting five species of the Appalachian region. We will bring to light their secretive lives with interesting facts and tales about these special creatures. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Join a ranger for a morning of birding and relaxation. We will start the day off with some morning brews in hand before heading towards our bird blind for some casual birdwatching. $5 plus parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Love is in the air and arrows are flying down range!
Want to learn archery? Join us on the range to learn how to use a bow. Get the chance to show off your skills, and maybe find your next hobby! $15.00 plus parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Happy Valentine's Day. Learn about one of the most simple and effective historic tools used taking down small game: The blowgun! From 2PM-3PM, visitors can spend time with a ranger and learn how to make simple blow darts from every day materials and test them out on heart targets. This event has a $5.00 program fee in addition to admission. $5. 770-387-3747.
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Dive into a scenic adventure with a Ranger on the East End Loop, a 3.4-mile trail. This is considered a moderate to strenuous trail for active individuals. Trail has some loose rocks and acorns. Lace up your comfiest shoes, grab your water, and prepare for some fun! Parking fee required. 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! Parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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Join a Park Ranger for a fun, hands-on program where participants will craft Valentine-inspired creations using natural materials found in the park. $5 plus parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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A colony on the eve of Revolution has sprung up around Fort King George. The Winter Village will have 18th century civilian lives on display: tinkers, crafters, artisans, merchants, and more! The Blockhouse will put on court dramas for crowds to enjoy, while merchants sell their wares on Sutler's Street. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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This three-and-a-half hour drop off camp is the perfect way for children ages 4-12 to make new friends and enjoy the great outdoors. Campers will enjoy s’mores by the campfire and a craft. $45 plus parking fee required. 912-727-2339.
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Take a step back in time with a romantic night of dancing, live music brought to you by Bella Harmony, delicious food, and some sweet treats. Have two left feet? Don't worry! We will give dance lessons throughout the night, and you can always take a break by the fireside with your sweetie. Book your date night by calling the park office. $45-$60. 912-727-2339.
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Do you have a beary special someone? Join us in creating a handmade, bear-themed valentine to share with pawsitively anyone! All ages welcome. Begins at Shelter 7 at 2:00 PM. Parking fee required. 706-422-1932.
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Meetup at the Relihan Museum & Nature Center and make a one-of-a-kind nature themed valentine card for that special someone in your life. This is a fun learning experience for young and old alike. Admission is $2 per participant, limited to one craft session per attendee. Pre-register at office before program. Admission is $2 per participant, limited to one craft session per attendee. Parking fee required. 912-384-7082.
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Join us at Shelter 4 to take a short hike and gather leaves to make a leaf journal for your Valentines Day visit to our Park. Wear closed toe shoes and dress appropriately for weather. $2 per person activity fee. RSVP by Feb 10, 2026. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Join us at shelter 4 to learn how to make fire with magnesium fire starter, then enjoy making smores and fellowship. $2 per person, RSVP by Feb 10, 2026 Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Meet us at the start of the Walk in the Pines walking trail and set off on a heart-hunting adventure through the woods!
Search the trail, collect as many hearts as you can, and race back. The first person to turn in the most hearts wins a prize!
All ages welcome! Parking fee required. 229-276-1004.
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Take aim and learn to shoot arrows like Cupid. After the archery, we'll enjoy s'mores at a campfire. Couples, singles and families welcome. Equipment provided, no experience necessary. Archery class aimed at participants ages 10 and above. Limited to 10 participants. Pre-register using Eventbrite link below. $10 plus parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Do you know what to do if you have an emergency on a trail? Being prepared for an emergency should be step one of any hiking or camping trip. Knowledge of proper emergency protocol and a fully stocked emergency kit can save lives. Join a ranger to learn proper emergency protocol and what you should have in your emergency kit. Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Hardman Farm will partner with Sautee Nacoochee Center, Unicoi State Park & Helen Arts & Heritage Center for WinterFest: Arts Tour. This festival includes 150 artists across 4 locations (Including 4 vendors at Hardman Farm State Historic Site). The Hardman Farm mansion will be open free of charge for an open house on the main floor. 706-878-1077.
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Bring your Valentine or your bestie to start the day of love off with a hike! We'll find some extra scenic off trail spots for Valentine's Day photos. After the hike, you can take complementary hot drinks and sweet treats to enjoy in the park together. $5 plus parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Campers: Be at your site or the playground in the Riverside Campground at 4:30pm to catch the parade and some beads, too! (Also, make a Mardi Gras mask to wear at the parade at our 2pm craft program!) Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Join our naturalist at the Program hut for an introductory archery class, equipment provided! $10 per person, 14+. Pre-registration required. call the park office for more details. Parking fee required. 770-504-2277.
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Join us any time 9:30am-11am as we take part in the Great Back Yard Bird Count. Help us make a count of our resident birds and learn all about birding and bird ID. Stay and tour the farm after. This event by Cornell Lab of Ornithology, National Audubon Society, and Birds Canada helps scientists better understand and protect birds around the world. $5.50-$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. 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. 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 parking fee required. 229-724-2150.
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Let your love light shine! Bring the loves of your life, your state park, yourself and the moment. Take a guided hike up Mound A with tiki torches lighting the way. Afterwards, enjoy the opportunity to roast marshmallows over candlelight, sweet treats and mocktails. $5 plus parking fee required. 229-724-2150.
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Valentine's Day is almost here! Come join us at the Interpretive Center for crafts for all ages! We have several crafts to choose from that is sure to brighten up the day for that someone special in your life. Pre-register at the Visitor Center prior to the craft. $5 plus parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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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 parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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Camp Lawton held over 10,000 Civil War prisoners of war in late 1864. Join us at Camp Lawton History Center for a ranger led hike to the spring that provided essential clean drinking water. Along the way, we will discover more about these prisoners’ struggle for survival. Admission to the History Center is included. Ages 3 and under free. $5 plus parking fee required. 478-982-1660.
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Try your hand with a compound or recurve bow after learning the basics from a certified instructor. Archery equipment will be provided.
Ages 8 and up $10 plus parking fee required. 478-982-1660.
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Celebrate Valentines together outdoors in a Couples Outdoor Challenge. Couples will work together to score points in challenges. The challenges include a scavenger hunt, archery and fire making. The couple with the highest score wins a a free kayak rental. The program will be completed around the campfire making a sweet Valentine treat. $35 plus parking fee required. 706-541-0321.
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Ready to channel your inner Cupid? While we can't promise you'll find love, you may just find something new that you love doing! Ages 8+. All equipment provided. Must register in advance. Meet at the Alexander's Lake Pavilion (4965 Flat Bridge Rd., Stockbridge, GA 30281). $20 plus parking fee required. 770-389-7801.
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Ready to channel your inner Cupid? While we can't promise you'll find love, you may just find something new that you love doing! Ages 8+. All equipment provided. Must register in advance. Meet at the Alexander's Lake Pavilion (4965 Flat Bridge Rd., Stockbridge, GA 30281). $20 plus parking fee required. 770-389-7801.
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Join us for a couples hike to enjoy nature with your sweetheart. We will be hiking the canyon loop trail and talking about the history of the canyons. $8 individual, $14 per couple parking fee required. 229-838-6202.
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You don’t have to be in love, but it helps! Join us for a super sweet archery event. Hour long slots available in the morning and afternoon. Sweet deal: $10 for 1 person, $16 for 2 people. This program will cover basic safety and technique. Equipment provided. $10-16 plus parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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You don’t have to be in love, but it helps! Join us for a super sweet archery event. Hour long slots available in the morning and afternoon. Sweet deal: $10 for 1 person, $16 for 2 people. This program will cover basic safety and technique. Equipment provided. $10-16 plus parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Take a guided hike through the captivating scenery of Smithgall Woods on the Chunanee Falls Trail. A shuttle will take you to the trailhead, and this 1 mile hike will feature mountain coves shaded by rhododendron and a beautiful 30 foot waterfall at the end. Our park volunteer will discuss the area and stop at the falls for a picture opportunity. Parking fee required. 706-878-3087.
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In honor of the Great Backyard Bird Count, we are leading a Birding Hike on the Upland Pine Trail. Join nature lovers across the globe in an effort to better understand and protect birds everywhere! Learn about the historic work of the Audubon and conservationists here in the Okefenokee along the way. Bird Lists will be provided. 912-637-5274.
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Gather around at Group Shelter 1 with one of our rangers for some classic Valentine's Day fun of creating your very own Valentine's Day card! Whether its for a spouse, a best friend, a classmate, a homemade card always means a lot to whoever the recipient may be! We'll have art materials and paper available. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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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 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Who are Perseus and Andromeda? Why is Venus considered the planet of love? We've found ourselves at the intersection of astronomy and the stories of our constellations and planets as it relates to Valentines Day!
Extremely weather dependent. Please check forecasts. Event will be cancelled in the event of storms or heavy cloud cover. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Join us at the picnic shelter for an array of gourmet s’mores with a special someone in your life! Pre-registration is required; contact us at 706-754-7981. $20 plus parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Join us at the Visitor Center for a fun hour filled with facts and hands on learning about variety of wildlife in Unicoi State Park. Get the opportunity to meet a few critters up close and personal. This is offered year-round and takes place the 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month. Free to the public. Parking fee required. 706-878-2201.
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You stole my heart, now I'm stealing your arrows. Come out for a fun couples archery competition. Meet at the Archery range. Please call the park office to register! $15 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Two souls, Two canvas. Paint one another on canvas! A fun way to see each other's creativity! Meet at the Campground Pavilion. Please call the park office to register! $10 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Bring your partner for this two mile relay race or tackle it on your own! Participants are encouraged to bring water and running shoes. Winner(s) will receive a credit for any Watson Mill Bridge program of their choice, valid for a year. Parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Paddle our picturesque river with your partner. Fun and easy, no experience necessary. Ranger led. Space is limited, Pre-registration required. Participants will need to sign a waiver. $10 plus parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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