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Monday, February 16, 2026

Presidents Day Scavenger Hunt
Monday, Feb 16, 2026 1 PM to 3 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Come see how many presidents you can find along the Flat Rock Trail. Take a picture with each president you find, mark them off your list and turn into the Visitor Center to collect a prize. $3 plus parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Backcountry Loop Hike
Monday, Feb 16, 2026 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Hike with a park Naturalist on the two-mile Backcountry Campsites loop. This is an easy hike. Meet at the Interpretive Center, then we'll drive to the Backcountry Camping Trailhead. Duration Approx, 1.5 hours Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Salamander Secrets
Monday, Feb 16, 2026 2 PM to 3 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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Marsh March
Monday, Feb 16, 2026 9 AM to 10 AM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Embark on a fun and education-filled adventure with our ranger, through some of the trails that make up Crooked River. See and learn about all the different plants and animals that call Crooked River home. Parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Herp, Herp, Hooray!
Monday, Feb 16, 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!* Come meet and learn about the various reptiles and amphibians that call our Nature Center home. Then afterwards, participate in a fun craft to take home your very own (wooden) reptile! $5.00 per person parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Herp, Herp, Hooray!
Monday, Feb 16, 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!* Come meet and learn about the various reptiles and amphibians that call our Nature Center home. Then afterwards, participate in a fun craft to take home your very own (wooden) reptile! $5.00 per person parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Herp, Herp, Hooray!
Monday, Feb 16, 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!* Come meet and learn about the various reptiles and amphibians that call our Nature Center home. Then afterwards, participate in a fun craft to take home your very own (wooden) reptile! $5.00 per person parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Monumental Moments Scavenger Hunt
8 AM - 5 PM from Feb 16, 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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Presidents Day Hike
Monday, Feb 16, 2026 10 AM to 12 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Join our Ranger in a hike on Presidents Day. We will hike the 3 mile trail so wear closed toes shoes and dress appropriately for the weather. We will leave from the Park office. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Junior Rangers: Winter Birds
Monday, Feb 16, 2026 1 PM to 3:30 PM
Mistletoe State Park - Appling, GA
Kids will learn how to attract birds to their own backyards in time for the Great Backyard Bird Count in February. They will build a bird houses to carry home, learn habitats and adaptations of various birds and use binoculars to see birds and identify them. Space is limited. All ages welcome $20 plus parking fee required. 706-541-0321.
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Will I Be Remembered? FDR and Teddy Roosevelt Reflect
Monday, Feb 16, 2026 11 AM to 11:30 AM
Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site - Warm Springs, GA
Will I Be Remembered? FDR and Teddy Roosevelt Reflect FDR portrayer James Fowler and Teddy Roosevelt portrayer Dr. Joel Harris will reflect on their place in our nation's history. Two great Americans who follow the same career paths to become giants in American history. Performances will be at 11:00 am, 1:00pm, and 2:00 pm. Youth $5.00 Adults $7.50 Admissions not included or required 706-655-5870.
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Will I Be Remembered? FDR and Teddy Roosevelt Reflect
Monday, Feb 16, 2026 1:30 PM to 2 PM
Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site - Warm Springs, GA
Will I Be Remembered? FDR and Teddy Roosevelt Reflect FDR portrayer James Fowler and Teddy Roosevelt portrayer Dr. Joel Harris will reflect on their place in our nation's history. Two great Americans who follow the same career paths to become giants in American history. Performances will be at 11:00 am, 1:00pm, and 2:00 pm. Youth $5.00 Adults $7.50 Admissions not included or required 706-655-5870.
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Will I Be Remembered? FDR and Teddy Roosevelt Reflect
Monday, Feb 16, 2026 2:30 PM to 3 PM
Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site - Warm Springs, GA
Will I Be Remembered? FDR and Teddy Roosevelt Reflect FDR portrayer James Fowler and Teddy Roosevelt portrayer Dr. Joel Harris will reflect on their place in our nation's history. Two great Americans who follow the same career paths to become giants in American history. Performances will be at 11:00 am, 1:00pm, and 2:00 pm. Youth $5.00 Adults $7.50 Admissions not included or required 706-655-5870.
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Scrappy Sculptures - Birds
Monday, Feb 16, 2026 1 PM to 2 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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