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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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Join us for a hike down Lake Buncombe on April 24th at 10am for a homeschool event.
learning all about prescribed fires, how they prevent wildfires, why they are necessary, and the tools used during the burns. Parking fee required. 706-456-2602.
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Join us in The Mellinger Center for a talk with Jack Johnson - a local man on a mission to educate us about conservation. Today he will be focusing on local tree species in Black Rock Mountain State Park. Parking fee required. 706-746-2141.
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Join us for a special night hike along the Flat Rock granite outcrop, and be sure to wear glow sticks and LED accessories to light up the trail with vibrant colors. This illuminated path will create the perfect atmosphere for an unforgettable stargazing experience beneath the vast, star-filled sky. $6 plus parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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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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Hike through the forest with a park ranger to celebrate
Arbor Day by identifying trees. Using the Arbor Day
Foundation’s online tool participants will learn how to
identify trees using leaf identification. $5 plus parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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Ready your binoculars! A ranger will be present to lead anyone who wishes to explore the diverse bird species that call this site home. From bald eagles to song birds, wood peckers to cormorants--the Altamaha river has amazing sites and sounds for all to see. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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A craft-your-own nature journal program for all ages! Hosted by our park Naturalists, you'll learn to bind a custom book for your sketches of our iconic birds, bees, butterflies & wildflowers. Whether you're a young explorer or a budding Emerson, this simple craft is the perfect way to start your own field notes celebrating the wonders of nature! $10 plus parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Welcome campers! Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring for FREE s'mores or hot chocolate and interactive story or sing-along. This program is free, fully-accessible and open to the public. Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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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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Enjoy the sunset and share stories around a campfire. Bring stories about your favorite hikes, wildlife sightings, camping trips, and more. A park ranger will talk about Hard Labor Creek history, wildlife, and even tell ghost stories. Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Camp Lawton held over 10,000 Civil War prisoners in late 1864. Join us at Camp Lawton History Center for a hike to the spring and learn more about these prisoners' struggle for survival.
Admission to the History Center is included. $5 plus parking fee required. 478-982-1660.
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At first, learning how to use a compass can be confusing... Especially if you do not have a good teacher. As luck would have it, we are fantastic teachers and can get you started off on the right foot! Learn the parts of a compass, how to follow a bearing, how to calculate distance based on your individual stride, and more. Parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Building a fire in the woods, be it for s'mores or in a survival situation, is a great skill to have. There are many methods, materials, and tools that one can use to start a fire. We'll discuss some different ways we can get a successful fire started and demonstrate a few of them for the group. $5 plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Orienteering is a fun and gratifying hobby that teaches you to navigate from one location to another with the use of only a map and a compass. It is great exercise and a wonderful way to explore nature. It also happens to be a very useful skill set that anyone can (and should!) learn.
Meet at the Tennis Courts by the Trading Post. $10 plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Archery is back in full effect at Red Top! First time shooters and seasoned archers are welcome. We provide the equipment, the instruction, the safe setting, and we can help you get more of your shots in the 10 ring! Meet at the Green Gazebo behind the Visitors Center.
Ages 8+ only. $10 plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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We invite you to join us at our wonderful park! We will engage in a casual conversation about the park and its available activities. We will also discuss the local wildlife and answer any questions you may have. So, come on by, have a seat, and enjoy the company of a ranger while indulging in a free S'more! Free plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Come meet some of our most elusive residents, the box turtles, and learn about their habits and amazing characteristics. Meet in the Interpretive Center. Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Learn more about the rich lives of the people who have lived here in the Okefenokee. Get up close and personal to historic tools and step back in time with period photos of our swamp. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Unwind and join a Ranger around the grill for a classic campground treat underneath the swaying pines and Spanish moss. Bring your folding chairs or something cozy to rest on, seating may be limited. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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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. $15-$35 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Ever dreamed of hiking the Gorge Floor but worried about getting lost? We’ve got you covered! Join us for a Guided Gorge Floor Hike and explore one of Georgia’s most breathtaking landscapes with one of our fearless Rangers leading the way. No guesswork—just adventure! This hike is very technical and strenuous, but rewarding. Registration Required. $20 plus parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Join us for an Plant Identification Hike on the Inner Loop Trail is 2.3 miles long, and moderate! We will be using the Seek app (FREE) by iNaturalist to identify plants along the Inner loop trail. Recommend downloading the Seek app before arriving! We will meet at the Park Office. Please wear hiking shoes, & bring a water. $5 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Join us to learn some of the fascinating history of Watson Mill Bridge, built in 1885 by well known African American bridge builder Washington W. King. Parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Enjoy a relaxing paddle on the river. Fun and easy, no experience necessary. Ranger led. Space is limited, Pre-registration required. Participants will need to sign a waiver. If there is inclement weather, the program will need to be cancelled and those registered will receive a full refund. $15 plus parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Take a walk on the wild side with a night hike. We will listen for nocturnal residents while using a black light to look for biofluorescent critters. Participants encouraged to bring water and hiking shoes. Meet at the visitor center. $5 plus parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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