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Sunday, January 25, 2026

Holey Ground: Caves and Karst of the Cumberland Plateau
Sunday, Jan 25, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Cloudland Canyon is the only state park that lies within the Cumberland Plateau, and the only one that contains caves. This 1hr presentation explains why this region is riddled with holes, and will introduce you to the fragile environment of caves and some of the fascinating creatures found in them. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Backcountry Loop Hike
Sunday, Jan 25, 2026 1 PM to 2:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Hike with a park Naturalist on the two-mile Backcountry Campsites loop. This is an easy hike. Meet at the Interpretive Center, then we'll drive to the Backcountry Camping Trailhead. Duration Approx, 1.5 hours Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Nature Journaling
Sunday, Jan 25, 2026 9 AM to 10 AM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
*!Pre-registration is required at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time!* Grab your pencils and join our Interpretive Ranger on an artistic journey on one of our walking trails! Take the opportunity to let your creativity flow and sketch the environment around you. $2 plus parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Crime & Punishment Historical Walking Tour
Sunday, Jan 25, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
Dahlonega Gold Museum Historic Site - Dahlonega, GA
Bank robberies! Gun fights! Moonshine! Jail breaks! Hog Thieves! Murders! An urban hike offered at the Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site introduces visitors to these cases and even more from the annals of Lumpkin County court records. $5. 706-864-2257.
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Monumental Moments Scavenger Hunt
8 AM - 5 PM from Jan 25, 2026 until Jan 31, 2026 
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
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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Pet a Pelt!- CANCELLED 1/25 DUE TO WEATHER
Sunday, Jan 25, 2026 1 PM to 1:45 PM
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
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 parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Friend or Foe Talk- CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER
Sunday, Jan 25, 2026 2 PM to 2:45 PM
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
Have trouble identifying poison ivy or telling venomous snakes from non-venomous ones? Or, do you wonder how to interact with that wildlife once you know what it is? This talk at picnic shelter 3 is for you! Learn how to ID local potential hazards and learn the safest way to interact with them. Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Making History: Craft Your Own Cornhusk Doll!
Sunday, Jan 25, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site - Cartersville, GA
Create your own Corn Husk Doll and decorate it alongside one of our Naturalists, while learning about the different uses Native Americans had for corn. $2-$6 Admission $5 Program Fee. 770-387-3747.
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Drinking History - A Cuppa Tea
Sunday, Jan 25, 2026 1 PM to 4 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Before the colonists declared war by dumping it in a cold harbor, tea was a staple drink served at every 18th-century table. Join us in the Officer's Barracks as we serve up the history of tea. From Black, Green, to block form--enjoy a warm cuppa with us beside the fire! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Paint in the Park
Sunday, Jan 25, 2026 2 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
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 parking fee required. 912-727-2339.
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The Toadstool Tour: A Mushrooms Identification Hike
4th Sunday of Month 1 PM - 3 PM from Jan 25, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
We'll hike out from the Visitor Center in search of fresh fruit 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! $10 plus parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Meeks Cabin Open House
Sunday, Jan 25, 2026 10 AM to 2 PM
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
Tour the historic Meeks cabin, built in the 1830’s, for an insightful look at what everyday life would have been like two centuries ago here in Wiregrass Georgia. This program is free to the public. Standard parking fee is required. Free plus parking fee required. 912-384-7082.
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Survival Skills -- CANCELLED FOR 1/25
Sunday, Jan 25, 2026 12 PM to 1:30 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
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 parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Toddler Fun Sunday -- CANCELLED FOR 1/25
Sunday, Jan 25, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Are your little ones curious about the natural world? Come discover the wild world of Hard Labor Creek. Join our naturalist for a variety of nature oriented, hands-on activities. Call the park office to register. Pre-registration required. Limited to 10 toddlers, 5 years old maximum. Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Historic Hike: From Igneous Rock to Southern Rock CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER
Sunday, Jan 25, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Come learn how the Mesozoic Era, the Muscogee Creek Nation, the American Civil War, the Industrial Revolution, the Allman Brothers Band, and the Flood of '94 all shaped the land and water that is now High Falls State Park. This is a Monumental Moments event. Participants will receive a stamp on their bookmark. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Historic Hike: From Igneous Rock to Southern Rock CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER
Sunday, Jan 25, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Meet at the Park Office to Hike our Historic Trail (ADA) and learn how the Mesozoic Era, the Muscogee Creek Nation, the Civil War, the Industrial Revolution, the Allman Brothers Band, and the Flood of '94 all shaped the history of the land and water that is now High Falls State Park. Receive a stamp on your Monumental Moments bookmark! Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Birding Banter at the Museum
Sunday, Jan 25, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
Indian Springs State Park - Flovilla, GA
Join our naturalist at the Museum for a excerpt on bird life cycles, local species and other facts! Parking fee required. 770-504-2277.
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Feather Fun!
Sunday, Jan 25, 2026 2 PM to 3:30 PM
Indian Springs State Park - Flovilla, GA
Join us at the museum for a fun craft involving feathers and we will learn more about local bird species and their importance. Parking fee required. 770-504-2277.
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We Are Going To Explore: Kolomoki Kids First Challenge of the New Year
8 AM - 5 PM from Jan 25, 2026 until Jan 31, 2026 
Kolomoki Mounds State Park - Blakely, GA
Children, of all ages, are encouraged to come by the Visitors Center and pick up the Challenge Form! Once they have completed their challenge, they may return it the Visitors Center to pick up their small prize. This is a 'Monumental Moments" program and each participant qualifies to receive a Monumental Moments bookmark with a Kolomoki Stamp. Parking fee required. 229-724-2150.
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Lake Trail Sunset Hike
Sunday, Jan 25, 2026 5 PM to 6:30 PM
Laura S. Walker State Park - Waycross, GA
Join our Naturalist on a guided hike down our Lake Trail! We will stop on our boardwalk to admire the sunset! Please bring a flashlight for the hike back so we can check out our Park after dark. We will meet at the Interpretive Center to hit he trail! Sign up at the Visitor Center prior to the event. We will see you there! $3 plus parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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Camp Lawton Trail
Sunday, Jan 25, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
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 parking fee required. 478-982-1660.
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Straight to the Point: Target Practice
Sunday, Jan 25, 2026 3 PM to 4 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Archery Target Practice is available for those who have completed Beginners Archery at Magnolia Springs State Park within the past 3 months. This session is fully supervised by a certified archery instructor and follows the same guidelines and instructions as Beginners Archery. All equipment is provided. Ages 8 and up $5 plus parking fee required. 478-982-1660.
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Basic Archery
Sunday, Jan 25, 2026 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 parking fee required. 770-389-7801.
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Creature Feature
Sunday, Jan 25, 2026 2 PM to 2:30 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
Join a ranger for a free educational program to learn about native animals that call Panola Mountain home and what we can do to protect them. Program includes either a live snake or turtle. Meet at the Nature Center. For all ages, but recommended for children ages 5-10. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Parking fee required. 770-389-7801.
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Basic Archery
Sunday, Jan 25, 2026 2:30 PM to 3:30 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 parking fee required. 770-389-7801.
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Archery
Sunday, Jan 25, 2026 11 AM to 1 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Archery Hour-long slots are available during the hours listed. Learn the basics of archery safety and technique and test your skills on the range. Equipment provided. Participants must be at least 10 years old. $10 per person. Please call the Visitor Center to reserve your hour in advance. Plan to arrive at least 10 minutes early to the archery range. $10 plus parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Snake Sunday
Sunday, Jan 25, 2026 11 AM to 12 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
Come meet a few of our local snakes at the Jane Hurt Yarn Interpretive Center and learn more about their habitats, diets, and appearances! Parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Craft Time at the Hut
Sunday, Jan 25, 2026 2 PM to 4 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Come and join us at the Nature Hut for some fun crafts of all kinds! $2 plus parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Radical Reptiles
Sunday, Jan 25, 2026 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 parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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