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Friday, November 28, 2025

Christmas in the Park
Friday, Nov 28, 2025 6 PM to 10 PM
A.H. Stephens State Park - Crawfordville, GA
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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Native American History Rabun
Friday, Nov 28, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Black Rock Mountain State Park - Mountain City, GA
Native American Heritage day is the Friday after Thanks Giving. In observance, we will be presenting some of the know history of Native Americans in this area. Come to the Black Rock overlook, to learn and take a look into the past. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Free Fun for the Family and Fido
Friday, Nov 28, 2025 9 AM to 4 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Come out for an afternoon of fun with the family and your furry friend! Take a hike by the river, enjoy lunch at our riverside picnic tables and stop by the Visitor Center to check out our cornhole, croquet, horseshoe, and other yard games $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Going Deep: Geology of the Canyon Bottom
Friday, Nov 28, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Explore the geologic strata of the canyon from the bottom up in this advanced look at the rocks and minerals that make up the lower part of the canyon. Meet at the Interpretive Center, then we'll drive to the lower Sitton Gulch Trailhead. This is a moderate 2-mile hike. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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West Rim Hike
Friday, Nov 28, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
This Ranger led hike takes you down into the canyon and up the west side to a rocky outcrop on the West Rim Trail. Moderately strenuous. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Fishing FUNdamentals
Friday, Nov 28, 2025 9 AM to 10 AM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
*!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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Incredible Edible Insects
Friday, Nov 28, 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!* Learn about the practice of eating insects historically and in different cultures, and those that are brave enough can try eating some themselves! $5 plus $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Game Night With a Ranger!
Friday, Nov 28, 2025 5 PM to 6:30 PM
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
Take some time to get to know park staff and your fellow campers by playing games together! With a wide array of card and board games for all ages, there is something for everyone. For overnight guests in the pavilion in the RV campground. $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Elijah Clark Homestead Tour
Friday, Nov 28, 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
Friday, Nov 28, 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
Friday, Nov 28, 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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Holiday Cards at the Park
Friday, Nov 28, 2025 9 AM to 4 PM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
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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Hot Chocolate and Letters to Santa
Friday, Nov 28, 2025 12 PM to 1 PM
Florence Marina State Park - Omaha, GA
Join us for our first annual hot chocolate and letters to Santa event. We will be writing letters with Christmas wishes and making ornaments to take home. Hot chocolate will be provided. $5 plus $5 parking. 229-838-4244.
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Historic Fort Tour
Friday, Nov 28, 2025 2 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Fort McAllister is the site of the last battle of the American Civil War, fought in Georgia, and the end of Sherman’s March to the Sea. Experience this history firsthand with a guided tour of the historic site by a living historian in period clothing. $8-$15. 912-727-2339.
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Fire Tower Open House
Friday, Nov 28, 2025 1 PM to 3 PM
Fort Mountain State Park - Chatsworth, GA
Join us for an opportunity to enter the CCC fire tower. This is a self-guided tour, but a ranger will be present to answer your questions. Bring a flashlight! The tower will be open from 1:00-3:00 PM. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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Community Campfire & S'mores on the House!
Fridays 6 PM - 8 PM – Nov 28, 2025 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Christmas in the Park
Friday, Nov 28, 2025 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Mark your calendar to join us in lighting the Christmas tree at the Mill House, enjoy some hot cocoa, get the kids picture made with Santa and shop booths with homemade items. If you are interested in a booth call the park, limit of 16 spots available, $30 per spot. Photos will be taken by photographer and emailed after event for a fee. $5 parking. 478-763-2759.
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Wagon Rides and Hot Cocoa
Friday, Nov 28, 2025 12 PM to 3 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Join in on the holiday activities. We will have the conestoga wagon decorated with lights and ornaments while taking a wagon ride through the park. Warm up with hot cocoa before the ride. Rides every 20 min across from the mini golf. $3, kids 3 years old and under don't pay. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Fall Bingo Hike
Friday, Nov 28, 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 Bingo sheets. 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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Nature Haiku
Friday, Nov 28, 2025 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us for a relaxing exploration of Haiku poetry! We will delve into its history and learn how to write proper haikus. For inspiration, we will draw from the beauty we observe in the park. If you're interested in discovering this ancient art form, please call us today to reserve your spot. 2.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Compass Coaching Course
Friday, Nov 28, 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. Learn how to follow a bearing, calculate distance, and more. Get started early (or late!) learning valuable life skills. If this is something you would like 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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Survival Fire Starting
Friday, Nov 28, 2025 12 PM to 1 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Knowing how to construct, start and maintain a viable fire is probably the most essential survival skill. Uses include; cooking, safety, heat, 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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Archery is Amazing!
Friday, Nov 28, 2025 2 PM to 3:15 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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Archery is Amazing!
Friday, Nov 28, 2025 3:30 PM to 4:45 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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Campfire Comradery
Fridays 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM – Nov 28, 2025 
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
We invite you to join us at our wonderful park! We will engage in a casual conversation about the park and its available activities. We will also discuss the local wildlife and answer any questions you may have. So, come on by, have a seat, and enjoy the company of a ranger while indulging in a free S'more! $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Stuffed Turkey Strut
Friday, Nov 28, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
It’s the day after Thanksgiving and you’re invited to join us as we burn off those extra calories together. Meet up at the Sandpiper Trailhead for a 1-mile hike. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Sunset on the Swamp Cruise
Friday, Nov 28, 2025 4:45 PM to 5:45 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Enjoy the beauty of the Okefenokee swamp at sunset. Take a relaxing and immersive evening tour into the swamp. Watch as the suns colors put on a show over our dark waters. $25-35 plus $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Black Friday Hike
Friday, Nov 28, 2025 9 AM to 11 AM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
Ranger led hike on Inspiration loop a 1.5 mile hike. $5 per a person $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Turkey Archery!
Friday, Nov 28, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Archers commence for Turkey Archery! Ages 8 and UP! We will meet at the Archery range. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Victoria Bryant Christmas Tree and Park Lighting
Friday, Nov 28, 2025 6 PM to 8 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Join us at the front pond for our annual tree lighting! Come see Santa, grab a hot chocolate, and celebrate the season with us! $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Turkey Trot Scavenger Hunt
Friday, Nov 28, 2025 10 AM to 4 PM
Wormsloe Historic Site - Savannah, GA
Gather your friends and family and come visit Wormsloe on Black Friday to participate in our annual Turkey Trot Scavenger Hunt. To get started, check in at the museum for a trail map and clues. Run, walk, or trot the 3-mile Battery Trail. When you finish, return to the museum to claim your prize (while supplies last). $3.25-$12.00 912-353-3023.
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