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Sunday, October 26, 2025

Archery is Amazing!
Saturday, Oct 25, 2025 to Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 - 11:30 AM to 12:45 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Archery is an exciting hobby, sport, and is great fun for all ages. Not to mention... you would look SO much cooler with a bow in your hand, shooting arrows at high speed! We also just so happen to have the equipment, and the know-how, to get your shots where you want them. Pre-registration is required in order to guarantee your spot. Ages 8+ only. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Sitton's Cave Adventures
Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
These 2 - 2.5 hour long Ranger-led programs will take you crawling in the mud, scrambling over rocks, encountering strange creatures and (possibly) wading through a subterranean stream as you explore the fascinating world underground. $45 per person $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Bat Week
Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Join us as we celebrate International Bat Week during the last week of October. Stay around after the 2pm programs on the 25th, 26th and 29th to make a bat decoration that you can take home with you! There is a $5.00 fee for the craft segment of the program $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Bat Week
Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Join us as we celebrate International Bat Week during the last week of October. Stay around after the 2pm programs on the 25th, 26th and 29th to make a bat decoration that you can take home with you! There is a $5.00 fee for the craft segment of the program $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Wait, Where Am I? - Orienteering Class
Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
*!Pre-registration is required at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time!* North? Weast? Wait...where are we going? Have these questions trouble you no longer as we learn how to read a map and compass with a ranger. This class will teach you the basics and we'll put our skills to the test afterwards with a short hike. $5.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Pumpkin Painting
Sunday, Oct 26, 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 celebrate National Pumpkin Day with us and enjoy the fall season by you painting and decorating your own small pumpkin! We will provide all artistic materials. Bring your own pumpkin or use one of ours! We will provide small pumpkins, while supplies last. $5 plus $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Elijah Clark Homestead Tour
Sunday, Oct 26, 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
Sunday, Oct 26, 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
Sunday, Oct 26, 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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Health Hike
Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 2 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Join a certified personal trainer for a fun and invigorating hike designed for all ages and abilities. This is a great way to stay active and connect with the outdoors. Bring water, wear sturdy shoes, and come ready to move! $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Mushroom Mile
Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 11 AM to 12:30 PM
Fort Mountain State Park - Chatsworth, GA
Join a ranger on a 1.0 mile hike and identify some common mushrooms. Come explore the diverse world of fungi! Begins at the Beach area at 11:00 AM. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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Gills, Pores, & Spore Prints: Mushrooms Identification Hike
4th Sunday of Month 1 PM - 3 PM from Oct 26, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
We'll hike out from the Visitor Center in search of fresh fruiting bodies. Learn identifying characteristics & special traits of the myriad native mushrooms, lichens, and even a few slime molds! What pushes out from the ground & stumps varies by week & weather, so every hike is a new adventure in foraging! $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Heritage Farm Tour
Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
Tour our 19th century Heritage Farm with a knowledgeable guide. Learn the history of early pioneers, their ways of life, and the work they did to carve out a living in the Wiregrass region of Georgia. $5 for adults; $3 for children 12 and under $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Spooky Archery - CANCELLED 10/26
Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Try your hand at spooky archery with themed targets. We will have a variety of monster targets to pick from, with some being easier for beginner archers and some being more advanced. All skill levels welcome. Participants age 10 and up. Space limited to 10 participants. Please visit Eventbrite link below to register. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Skeleton Family Scavenger Hunt
Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 9 AM to 4 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
The Skeleton Family loves to visit High Falls State Park this time of year! Come to the Park Office to receive clues about where they like to hang out and then see how many you can spot and pose with for a picture! Return to the Park Office to pick out a prize. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Campfire Dutch Oven Breakfast Cooking Demonstration
Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Join the Naturalist at the Program Area to learn how to make a delicious breakfast over the campfire in a Dutch oven. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Halloween Hayride
Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 1 PM to 5 PM
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Take a family friendly spooky hayride through the campground! Follow the signs for parking and hayride check in. Last ride start at 4:30pm. Adults are $5, children (5-12yo) are $3, and 4 yo and under are free. $5 parking. 706-857-0826.
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Basic Archery
Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 11 AM to 12 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
Have you ever wanted to release your inner archer? Maybe you're just looking for a place to hone your skills. All equipment is provided, no experience necessary. Ages 8 and older. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $20 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Basic Archery
Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
Have you ever wanted to release your inner archer? Maybe you're just looking for a place to hone your skills. All equipment is provided, no experience necessary. Ages 8 and older. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $20 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Pickett's Meals: We're Rollin In the Dough - Cancelled due to Fire Weather Conditions
Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 11 AM to 3 PM
Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site - Dallas, GA
This Program has been CANCELLED due to dangerous fire-weather conditions. 770-443-7850.
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Intro into Paddling
Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us for a two-hour course on the basics of paddling! We will cover essential paddling techniques and important safety tips. This course is designed for those with little to no experience. We will meet at the Visitor Center and launch from the Lakeside Trail. As this is a pre-registered event, please call ahead to reserve your spot. 6-11: $20 12& up: $35 $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Halloween Arts & Crafts
Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 2:30 PM to 4 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us in celebrating the spooky season with some wonderful arts and crafts! We'll create fun and exciting spooky crafts that you can take home. Stop by and join the rangers at Red Top to make some awesome creepy creations! $8.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Coffee with a Ranger
Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 9 AM to 10 AM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Grab a cup of coffee and sit for a spell. Have a chat with our naturalist, who will be available at the fire ring behind the Visitor Center. This is your chance to discuss the history, flora, and fauna at Skidaway Island with one of our friendly, knowledgeable rangers. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Picnic at the Point
Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 12 PM to 1:30 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Pack a lunch and join us for a laid-back hike to the picnic area at the intersection of the Avian Loop and Connector Trail. Meet at the Sandpiper Trailhead at 12:00 PM. The total distance is approximately 2 miles, with a break at the Skidaway Narrows to eat lunch and chat as we enjoy the view. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Morning Mill Tour
Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Now's your chance to enter into the New Manchester Mill Ruins and immerse yourself in the site's history. The ruins were burnt down in 1864 during the American Civil War and sparked a fascinating mystery. Learn about the complex history of this site on this ranger led history hike. Please Dress for the weather on this mile long hike. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Old Growth Trees and Rare Longleaf Pine Eco-Steward Class, with EcoAddendum
Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 1:30 PM to 4 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
This all-outdoors class includes a hike on the yellow trail to visit several old growth trees and a rare Longleaf Pine ecosystem, and we’ll explore clues to recognizing different ecosystems along the way. We’ll hike approx. 3 miles on natural trails, please wear close-toed shoes, dress for the weather and bring water. To register call 770-732-2613 $15 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Archery 101
Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 11 AM to 12 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Learn to shoot a bow and about archery safety. Located behind the main office. Ages 8 and up. Must wear closed toe shoes. Spaces are limited advanced registration required by calling our office at 706-356-4362. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Survival 101
Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Learn what to do in a survival situation and what to bring with you to help along the way. Located at the Nature Hut. $4 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Radical Reptiles
Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 5 PM to 6 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
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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