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Wednesday, September 17, 2025

Wildflowers of the Meadowlands
Wednesday, Sep 17, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Take a walk with the Park Naturalist to learn about some of the summer wildflowers blooming at the Meadowlands. Total distance is just under 2 miles on mostly flat terrain. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Trees ID Walk
Wednesday, Sep 17, 2025 1 PM to 2:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Learn how to identify some of the most common trees found along the canyon rim on this easy walk along the Overlook Trail. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Scavenger Hunt on Sweetgum
Wednesday, Sep 17, 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 Scavenger Hunt. 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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Compass Coaching Course
Wednesday, Sep 17, 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. Get started early (or late!) learning valuable life skills. If this is something you would like them 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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Camping for Beginners
Wednesday, Sep 17, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Camping can seem like a formidable affair for some. Thankfully, we have the knowledge and skills to get you out there! We will answer popular questions such as: Where should I go? What gear should I bring? How much is too much? How do I setup and use a _____? What's for dinner? Do I pack in water or filter? Who's going to carry my stuff for me? $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Survival Shelter Building
Wednesday, Sep 17, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Weather, available materials, supplies on-hand, terrain, and much more, all factor in to the type of shelter you can (and should!) build in a survival situation. Come prepare for the worst as we discuss and build different shelter types together! Meet at the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Survival Fire Starting
Wednesday, Sep 17, 2025 3 PM to 4 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Knowing how to construct and maintain a viable fire is probably the most essential survival skill. Uses include; cooking, safety, 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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Roving Ranger
Wednesday, Sep 17, 2025 3 PM to 4 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
A ranger will be roving the trails to answer your questions about local flora, fauna, and more. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Mini Movie Marathon
Wednesday, Sep 17, 2025 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Join us for a mini movie night where we enjoy film shorts related to the parks natural resources. Popcorn and slushies are avaiable, all ages friendly and indoors. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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