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Sunday, December 7, 2025

Christmas in the Park
Sunday, Dec 7, 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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Going...Going...Gone?
Sunday, Dec 7, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Many species of plants and animals, including some in our park are imperiled, or threatened. Come find out what they are, and what's being done to ensure their survival. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Going Deep: Geology of the Canyon Bottom
Ongoing until Monday, Dec 8, 2025 - 10 AM
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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Tied up in Knots
Sunday, Dec 7, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Learn some of the most useful knots to use around your campsite during this short hands-on program. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Birds & Brews
Sunday, Dec 7, 2025 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
*!Pre-registration is required at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time!* Join a ranger for a morning of birding and relaxation, as we welcome in the new year with a coffee in hand and birds in sight. $5 plus $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Crime & Punishment Historical Walking Tour
Sunday, Dec 7, 2025 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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Holiday Cards at the Park
Sunday, Dec 7, 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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Winter Edible Plants Hike
Sunday, Dec 7, 2025 2 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Discover nature's pantry on our Edible Plant Hike! Learn about native edible plants of the maritime forest, as well as the historical uses for different species in our area. $5 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Den and Bear It
Sunday, Dec 7, 2025 1 PM to 2 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. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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Meet Santa at the Old Fort
Sunday, Dec 7, 2025 2 PM to 4 PM
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
We'll decorate the Old Fort with period-inspired flare, and build a cozy fire to invite our guest. We'll offer candied treats & hot chocolate to welcome him in. When Santa is comfy inside the warm cabin, we'll open the doors & children will come from all around to sit for photos with our old-timey Santa! Free program for a memorable family moment! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Dutch Oven Cooking Demonstration: Dessert Edition
Sunday, Dec 7, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
As promised, we'll do a dessert this time! Join the Naturalist at the fire ring in the Program Area to learn how to make a cake over your campfire. Please register in advance. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Snakes of the Springs
Sunday, Dec 7, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Indian Springs State Park - Flovilla, GA
Meet our naturalist at the Museum for a fun class on native snakes in Georgia and meet our park ambassador snake! $5 parking. 770-504-2277.
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Ask the Naturalist at the Museum
Sunday, Dec 7, 2025 2 PM to 4 PM
Indian Springs State Park - Flovilla, GA
Join us at the Museum to talk about Georgia’s native wildlife and see some cool animal exhibit items. $5 parking. 770-504-2277.
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Christmas Traditions Tour
Sunday, Dec 7, 2025 1 PM to 3 PM
Jarrell Plantation Historic Site - Juliette, GA
Take a guided tour of the two historic farm houses decorated for the season and learn about the history of Christmas traditions, from tree decorating and celebrations to cards, gifts and carols, and see how they changed between the 1800s and early 1900s. $1-$8. 478-986-5172.
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Camp Lawton: Prison Life
Sunday, Dec 7, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Camp Lawton held over 10,000 Civil War prisoners of war in late 1864. Join us at Camp Lawton History Center for a ranger led hike to the spring that provided essential clean drinking water. Along the way, we will discover more about these prisoners’ struggle for survival. Admission to the History Center is included. Ages 3 and under free. $5 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Grinch Archery
Sunday, Dec 7, 2025 3 PM to 4 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Learn archery from a certified instructor with all equipment provided. Take on your Grinch name and see how many Christmas balloons you can pop. Meet at the archery range. Ages 8 and up $10 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Science of Snowflakes
Sunday, Dec 7, 2025 2 PM to 4 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Science of Snowflakes Join the naturalist in the Interpretive Center to learn all about how snowflakes are formed while you make a one-of-a-kind snowflake keepsake to take home. $2 per person. $2 plus $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Sunday, Dec 7, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Go inside the New Manchester mill ruins on this easy 1 mile hike and learn the heroing tale of the mill workers. While all ages are welcome, this trail is not stroller friendly. Please wear close toed shoes and dress for the weather. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Chronic Wasting Disease: The Prion Problem
Sunday, Dec 7, 2025 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
This info session will discuss Chronic wasting disease (CWD), a serious disease in animals such as deer. This disease is always fatal. CWD has been reported in animals in at least 33 U.S. states, including Georgia. Come learn about what CWD is, and the steps that you can take to mitigate spread. $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Sowing Seeds for the Future
Sunday, Dec 7, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
All materials provided! Learn how to start seeds in the winter so our seedlings are ready for spring planting. Participants will receive milk weed seeds in addition to other assorted seeds with care instructions. All ages. All minors must have a guardian present. This program is indoors. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Insect Pinning For Beginners: Christmas Beetles
Sunday, Dec 7, 2025 3:30 PM to 5 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Curious about entomology? Love oddities and curiosities? This beginners insect pinning class is the perfect fit for you. We'll be pinning Christmas Beetles, all materials provided. Suitable for ages 10+ all minors must have a guardian present. $30 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Christmas Scavenger Hunt
Sunday, Dec 7, 2025 11 AM to 2 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
Grab a scavenger hunt sheet from the Interpretive Center! Bring back a completed scavenger hunt for a fun prize! $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Hike with a Ranger
Sunday, Dec 7, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Join the Park Naturalist for a hike along the muscadine Trail. Be sure to wear hiking shoes and bring plenty of water. $5 plus $5 parking. 707-356-4362.
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hot coco at the hut
Sunday, Dec 7, 2025 2 PM to 4 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
explore the hut and see all the taxidermy and enjoy some hot coco with a ranger. hot coco $1 per cup. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Ranger Mini Golf
Sunday, Dec 7, 2025 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
play a fun game of mini golf with a ranger twist ! $5 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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