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Sunday, February 15, 2026

Holey Ground: Caves and Karst of the Cumberland Plateau
Sunday, Feb 15, 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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Cawwwl of the Corvids
Sunday, Feb 15, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Crows are among the most intelligent and social animals on the planet. This program will give you the low-down on them and the other members of the Corvid family. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Nature Journaling
Sunday, Feb 15, 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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Pocket Park
Sunday, Feb 15, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
*!Pre-registration is required at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time!* Enjoy a fun afternoon of building your own mini terrarium while learning about the environmental cycles that will take place within it. $10.00 plus parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Monumental Moments Scavenger Hunt
8 AM - 5 PM from Feb 15, 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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Broken Hearts Archery
Sunday, Feb 15, 2026 9 AM to 11 AM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
Join us for a special archery target shooting where you can shoot hearts and get candy for ages 10 to adult. We provide basic instruction and equipment. Beginners welcome. Limited attendance of 12 per time slot. Groups can contact us for a special time. $20 plus parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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Colonial Winter Village, 250th Edition
Sunday, Feb 15, 2026 9 AM to 5 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Colonial Winter Village, 250th Edition A colony on the eve of Revolution has sprung up around Fort King George. The Winter Village will have 18th century civilian lives on display: tinkers, crafters, artisans, merchants, and more! The Blockhouse will put on court dramas for crowds to enjoy, while merchants sell their wares on Sutler's Street. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Meeks Cabin Open House
Sunday, Feb 15, 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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Geocaching for Beginners
Sunday, Feb 15, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Join our Ranger to discuss the basics of geocaching. We will meet at the tables near the park office, then take a short hike to locate a geocache. Wear closed toe shoes for hike. $2 per person, RSVP by Feb 10, 2026 Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Making a Paracord Slide Bracelet
Sunday, Feb 15, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Join our Ranger at the tables near the Park office and learn how to easily make a slide paracord bracelet out of only a piece of paracord / small rope that participants can take home with them. $2 activity fee. rsvp by 2-10-2025 Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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History Hike - Follow in the Steps of the CCC - 2/15 CANCELLED
Sunday, Feb 15, 2026 11 AM to 12:30 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
This ranger-led hike will take visitors along Lake Rutledge on a portion of our Beach Trail, and then up to see one of the only Civilian Conservation Corps Camps left standing in America. Participants will learn about CCC and Hard Labor Creek history. Hike geared toward active participants 8 years old and above. Pre-registration required Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Valentine's Archery Class and Campfire - 2/15 CANCELLED
Sunday, Feb 15, 2026 2 PM to 3:30 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Take aim and learn to shoot arrows like Cupid. After the archery, we'll enjoy s'mores at a campfire. Couples, singles and families welcome. Equipment provided, no experience necessary. Archery class aimed at participants ages 10 and above. Limited to 10 participants. Pre-register using Eventbrite link below. $10 plus parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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WinterFest: Arts Tour
Sunday, Feb 15, 2026 10 AM to 4 PM
Hardman Farm Historic Site - Sautee Nacoochee, GA
WinterFest: Arts  Tour Hardman Farm will partner with Sautee Nacoochee Center, Unicoi State Park & Helen Arts & Heritage Center for WinterFest: Arts Tour. This festival includes 150 artists across 4 locations (Including 4 vendors at Hardman Farm State Historic Site). The Hardman Farm mansion will be open free of charge for an open house on the main floor. 706-878-1077.
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Historic Hike: From Igneous Rock to Southern Rock
Sunday, Feb 15, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Meet at the front porch of the Park Office to hike the Historic Trail (ADA) and learn how the Mesozoic Era, the Muscogee Creek Nation, the Civil War, the Industrial Revolution, and the Allman Brothers Band all shaped the history of the water and land that is now High Falls State Park. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Turtle Talk
Sunday, Feb 15, 2026 1 PM to 3 PM
Indian Springs State Park - Flovilla, GA
Join our naturalist at the Museum for a fun class on native Turtle species and where to find them. Parking fee required. 770-504-2277.
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Park Plein Air!
Sunday, Feb 15, 2026 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Indian Springs State Park - Flovilla, GA
Join us for an event at the Multi-Use Trail Head for outdoors art. Bring your choice of medium! Parking fee required. 770-504-2277.
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Great Back Yard Bird Count at the Farm
Sunday, Feb 15, 2026 9:30 AM to 11 AM
Jarrell Plantation Historic Site - Juliette, GA
Join us any time 9:30am-11am as we take part in the Great Back Yard Bird Count. Help us make a count of our resident birds and learn all about birding and bird ID. Stay and tour the farm after. This event by Cornell Lab of Ornithology, National Audubon Society, and Birds Canada helps scientists better understand and protect birds around the world. $5.50-$8 478-986-5172.
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Camp Lawton Tour
Sunday, Feb 15, 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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Straight to the Point: Target Practice
Sunday, Feb 15, 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, Feb 15, 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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Basic Archery
Sunday, Feb 15, 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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Voices of America at Pickett's Mill Battlefield
Sunday, Feb 15, 2026 10 AM to 2 PM
Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site - Dallas, GA
In observance of 250 years of United States history, we will feature a presentation recognizing African Americans who participated in the Battle of Pickett's Mill. There will also be an outdoor cooking demonstration featuring a traditional dish of their culture. $3 - $7. 770-443-7850.
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Skidaway Scavengers
Sunday, Feb 15, 2026 9 AM to 3 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Are you a keen observer? Finding the beauty in nature is its own reward, but today you have a chance to earn an additional prize. Stop by the Visitor Center to receive your instructions then head out to explore! Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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The Great Backyard Bird Count!
Sunday, Feb 15, 2026 9 AM to 10 AM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
In honor of the Great Backyard Bird Count, we are leading a Birding Hike on the Upland Pine Trail. Join nature lovers across the globe in an effort to better understand and protect birds everywhere! Learn about the historic work of the Audubon and conservationists here in the Okefenokee along the way. Bird Lists will be provided. 912-637-5274.
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Roosevelt and the Refuge
Sunday, Feb 15, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Have you ever wondered what goes into creating a beloved space like a wildlife refuge or state park? To celebrate Presidents Day we're looking into Franklin D Roosevelt's role in the Okefenokee's history. Learn how everyday people played a part in preserving a unique part of Georgia's ecosystem and history. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Snake Sunday
Sunday, Feb 15, 2026 11 AM to 12 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
Come meet a few of our local snakes and learn more about their habitats, diets, and appearances! Parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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