Monumental Moments Events

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Friday, February 20, 2026

Bear Creek Hike
Friday, Feb 20, 2026 10 AM to 12 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
This short but strenuous guided hike will go from the Interpretive Center down to the ford at Bear Creek (approximately 3 miles roundtrip). Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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West Rim Hike
Friday, Feb 20, 2026 2 PM to 4:30 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. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Squid Dissection
Friday, Feb 20, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Embrace your inner curiosity as we dissect and learn about the ins and outs of one of the oceans' most common animals: The Squid! $10.00 per person parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Creatures of the Night Hike
Friday, Feb 20, 2026 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
*!Pre-registration is required at least 1 hour before the scheduled time!* Scorpions, owls, and bats, oh my! Attend this evening hike to learn about the nocturnal animals of Crooked River State Park. $5 per person parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Monumental Moments Scavenger Hunt
8 AM - 5 PM from Feb 20, 2026 until Feb 28, 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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Den and Bear It
Friday, Feb 20, 2026 1 PM to 1:30 PM
Fort Mountain State Park - Chatsworth, GA
How does a black bear prepare for winter? Come learn about the diets, dens, and dozings of this mammal. Get a chance to touch real bear skulls, claws, and teeth! Begins at the Trading Post at 1:00 PM. Parking fee required. 706-422-1932.
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Community Campfire
Fridays 7 PM - 8 PM – Feb 20, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Welcome campers! Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring for FREE s'mores or hot chocolate & interactive story or sing-along. This program is free, fully-accessible & open to the public. Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Friday Fun Game Night
Friday, Feb 20, 2026 5 PM to 6 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Come down to Picnic Shelter 4 to enjoy some Friday Fun with a variety of different activities available each week. Activities include 2-4 player games, crafts, and trivia with a Ranger. The Ranger will also answer any nature, history, or park questions you may have. Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Campfire and Hot Cocoa
Friday, Feb 20, 2026 6 PM to 7 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Come down to Picnic Shelter 4 for a warm campfire and hot cocoa. A ranger will be present talking about park history, ghost stories, and fun facts about nature. Feel free to bring any nature or history questions you have to ask the ranger. Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Grounding 101 Hike
Friday, Feb 20, 2026 11 AM to 12:30 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Learn how "earthing" contributes to our overall wellness while you synergize with the land & trees. Meet at the Tranquility Trailhead parking area. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Boulders & Breathwork
Friday, Feb 20, 2026 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Meet at the Tranquility Trailhead (moderate) for a guided hike to learn how breathwork contributes to your well-being. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Stars'N'Smores (cancelled)
Friday, Feb 20, 2026 6 PM to 6:45 PM
Indian Springs State Park - Flovilla, GA
Join us for a campfire event at the Program Hut for a fun activity with s’mores before stargazing! (weather dependent) Parking fee required. 770-504-2277.
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Astronomy in the Park (cancelled)
Friday, Feb 20, 2026 7 PM to 9:30 PM
Indian Springs State Park - Flovilla, GA
Join us and the Flint River Astronomy Club atop the dam at McIntosh Lake for a night of stargazing fun! Parking fee required. 770-504-2277.
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Littles First Hike: Monumental Moments
Friday, Feb 20, 2026 3 PM to 4 PM
Kolomoki Mounds State Park - Blakely, GA
Guided Hike designed for toddlers and their adults through our campground, playground and down our Story Book Trail. Introduce children to the recreational, educational and natural benefits of spending time outside and at our state park. Meet us at the boat ramp. Parking fee required. 229-724-2150.
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Camp Lawton Tour
Friday, Feb 20, 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 161 year old earthen fort. Along the way we will discover more about this Civil War prisoner of war camp built to hold 40,000 prisoners. 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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Valentine's Campfire Trivia Night
Friday, Feb 20, 2026 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Gather around our cozy campfire at the campground picnic shelter. Enjoy roasted marshmallows and valentine trivia. Parking fee required. 478-982-1660.
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Scrappy Sculptures - Birds
Friday, Feb 20, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Enjoy this sweet seasonal craft program. Soar to unknown heights and learn how to transform upcycled materials into a beautiful keepsake sculpture. All materials and instruction provided. $5 plus parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Suwannee River Swamplands Hike
Friday, Feb 20, 2026 2 PM to 3:45 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Explore the beginnings of the Suwannee River on this ranger guided hike at the Suwannee River Sill. Learn about the abundant wildlife found within the Okefenokee (the headwaters of the Suwannee) and the history of how people have used this land while taking in the unique scenery of this environment. Sign up in advance by calling park. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Campground Creature Feature
Friday, Feb 20, 2026 5 PM to 5:45 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Although you may just be passing through our park, there are many a resident in the Okefenokee who make this swamp their home! By way of taxidermy, meet a colorful cast of critters that share these waterways and forests with us! You will also learn to identify tracks and signs left by these animals so you can better recognize our animal neighbors. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Sunset on the Okefenokee Swamp Paddle
Friday, Feb 20, 2026 5:15 PM to 6:45 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
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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