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Tuesday, April 7, 2026

Monumental Moments Scavenger Hunt
8 AM - 5 AM until May 1, 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. This month's prize was donated by Hall County's Farm Bureau! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Spring Break Jr. Ranger Camp
Ongoing until Friday, Apr 10, 2026 - 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
This camp is for ages 5-15 with different challenges available for each age level. Participants will explore the natural world, with guided nature hikes and ambassador animals. There will be designated time for science and arts related activities. Students will learn fire safety and will do some campfire cooking. To register call 770-732-2613 $200 or $50 per child per day parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Kick it in the Park!
Tuesdays 5 PM - 6 PM – Apr 7, 2026 until Apr 28, 2026 
A.H. Stephens State Park - Crawfordville, GA
Join us every Tuesday in April at the Event Field for Kickball! Bring water and closed toe shoes. All ages welcome! Parking fee required. 706-456-2602.
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West Rim Hike
Tuesday, Apr 7, 2026 10 AM to 12 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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Salamander Secrets
Tuesday, Apr 7, 2026 2 PM to 2:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Learn the difference between salamanders and lizards in this program highlighting five species of the Appalachian region. We will bring to light their secretive lives with interesting facts and tales about these special creatures. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Easter Egg-questrian Scavenger Hunt
8 AM - 5 PM from Apr 7, 2026 until Apr 12, 2026 
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
Hop on over to Equestrian Loop #2 for an unforgettable Easter Scavenger Hunt! Ask for a sheet from the visitor center and search for eggs on the trail. One participant will be drawn from a raffle after April 12th, and they will win a special prize! Program fee and normal trail fees apply. $10 plus parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Monumental Moments Scavenger Hunt
8 AM - 5 AM from Apr 7, 2026 until May 1, 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. This month's prize was donated by Hall County's Farm Bureau! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Spring Photo Scavenger Hunt
Tuesday, Apr 7, 2026 9 AM to 4 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Bring your phone or digital camera for a spring themed photo scavenger hunt. Pick up your assignment in the park office after 9am and return with your pictures before 4pm to claim your prize. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Junior Ranger Spring Camp
Tuesday, Apr 7, 2026 9 AM to 3 PM
Kolomoki Mounds State Park - Blakely, GA
Three days of recreational and educational activities for kids, age 6 through 12, to obtain the opportunity to earn their Georgia State Park Junior Ranger Badge! New experiences and new friends, atop of daily adventures! Pre-Registration is required, and spaces are limited. Call our Office to reserve today! 125 plus parking fee required. 229-724-2150.
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Radical Reptiles
Tuesday, Apr 7, 2026 11 AM to 11:45 AM
Mistletoe State Park - Appling, GA
Are you afraid of snakes? Do you know the difference between a reptile and an amphibian? These questions will be answered in this program. Join our naturalist as we explore the world of reptiles. The Naturalist will share turtle shells, bones and live snakes as we learn about reptiles in Georgia. We will search for reptiles along a short trail. $5 plus parking fee required. 706-541-0321.
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Beginner Archery
Tuesday, Apr 7, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
Mistletoe State Park - Appling, GA
Ready, aim, fire! Ages 8 and up, come learn basic archery skills in a fun and safe environment. Register yourself, your child, or your whole family for a one-hour session of archery, learning how to properly shoot a bow and arrow. Must wear closed toe shoes. Space is limited. Call the park office at 706-541-0321 to register. $10 plus parking fee required. 706-541-0321.
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Read with a Ranger
Tuesday, Apr 7, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Read with a Ranger Young children will enjoy getting out for this hour of interactive reading. Listen to nature stories perfect for children with a love of the outdoors. Meet at the Interpretive Center. Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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