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Wednesday, December 3, 2025

West Rim Trail Hike
Wednesday, Dec 3, 2025 to Wednesday, Dec 3, 2025 - 1 PM to 3:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
A leisurely pace will be set as we hike to the West Rim of the Canyon, only completing the 2.5 mile loop section of the trail. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Going Deep: Geology of the Canyon Bottom
Ongoing until Thursday, Dec 4, 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
Wednesday, Dec 3, 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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Holiday Cards at the Park
Wednesday, Dec 3, 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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Homeschool Day: Raptors!
Wednesday, Dec 3, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Bring homeschoolers to learn about Georgia's birds of prey that are species of interest in the 2025 State Wildlife Action Plan. We will do an owl craft and have an optional guided hike. Students must be accompanied by an adult. $2 plus $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Pioneer Skills: Plant Tinctures
Wednesday, Dec 3, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us in exploring the ancient art of making tinctures with herbs and other beneficial plants. We will cover the steps involved in creating tinctures, discuss various methods used in their preparation, and delve into the history of tinctures. If you are curious about this fascinating practice, call us today to register! $8 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Map Mastery
Wednesday, Dec 3, 2025 11 AM to 12 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Have you wanted to learn how to read and download topographical maps for your area? Do you know about all of the factors that go into being able to read a map? Are you aware that "north" isn't always north. What about the science behind it and why? If you would like to know these things and lots more, meet at the Patio behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Survival Fire Building
Wednesday, Dec 3, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Knowing how to construct, start, and maintain a fire is a MUST HAVE survival skill! Uses include warmth, safety, cooking, signalling, and getting that mood lighting juuuuust right. Don't get left out in the cold. Come get properly educated! Meet at the Patio behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Pioneer Skills: Candle Making
Wednesday, Dec 3, 2025 2 PM to 3:30 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us to discover how colonists and pioneers created their own light before the advent of electricity. We will explore various methods of candle-making, as well as the tools and materials used in the process. At the end of the session, you'll even have the chance to make your own candle to take home! Don't wait—call now to reserve your spot! $10.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Autumn Archery
Wednesday, Dec 3, 2025 2 PM to 3:15 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Archery classes are not available at Red Top. Learn proper form and technique. Improve your skills in a safe environment with other novice archers. We have the equipment and know-how to get your shots in the center ring! Meet at the Green Gazebo behind the Visitors Center. Ages 8+ only. Pre-registration is required in order to reserve your spot. $12 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Autumn Archery
Wednesday, Dec 3, 2025 3:30 PM to 4:45 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Archery classes are not available at Red Top. Learn proper form and technique. Improve your skills in a safe environment with other novice archers. We have the equipment and know-how to get your shots in the center ring! Meet at the Green Gazebo behind the Visitors Center. Ages 8+ only. Pre-registration is required in order to reserve your spot. $12 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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