Monumental Moments Events

George L. Smith State Park


Saturday, April 11, 2026

Gopher Tortoise Hike
Saturday, Apr 11, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
In honor of National Gopher Tortoise Day (4/10), join us in a short hike and learn about the gopher tortoise which is the state reptile of Georgia and a keystone species. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Fish With A Ranger
Saturday, Apr 11, 2026 3 PM to 5 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Join our Ranger at the back boat dock to learn the basics of fishing, how to bait a hook and more between 3-5 pm. Fishing poles and bait provided. We will meet at the back boat ramp. Participants under 16 do not need a license. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Sunday, April 12, 2026

Gopher Tortoise Hike
Sunday, Apr 12, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
In honor of National Gopher Tortoise Day (4/10), join us in a short hike and learn about the gopher tortoise which is the state reptile of Georgia and a keystone species. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Fish With A Ranger
Sunday, Apr 12, 2026 3 PM to 5 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Join our Ranger at the back boat dock to learn the basics of fishing, how to bait a hook and more between 3-5 pm. Fishing poles and bait provided. We will meet at the back boat ramp. Participants under 16 do not need a license. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Saturday, April 18, 2026

Run For the Trees 5K by Friends of Georgia State Parks
Saturday, Apr 18, 2026 10 AM to 12 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Friends of Georgia State Parks Run for the Trees: Happy Little 5k scheduled for April 18-26. We would like to invite you & your friends to meet our Park's Friends Group to complete your 5k journey on the Deer Run Trail. For event details and sign-up form: https://friendsofgastateparks.org/HappyLittle5K We will not have event supplies at the Park. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Bat Life
Saturday, Apr 18, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
In recognizing Bat Appreciation Day (4/17), Join our Ranger at the tables near the Park Office to learn about bats, if there are bats are the park and more. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Sunday, April 19, 2026

Bat Life
Sunday, Apr 19, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
In recognizing Bat Appreciation Day (4/17), Join our Ranger at the tables near the Park Office to learn about bats, if there are bats are the park and more. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Protecting the environment
Sunday, Apr 19, 2026 3 PM to 4 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
To celebrate Earth Day (4/22) we will discuss how small acts such as picking up trash, recycling etc can help the environment. We will meet at the tables near the office. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Saturday, October 17, 2026

Who was George L Smith II
Saturday, Oct 17, 2026 10 AM to 4 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Make plans to meet our Ranger at the Emanuel County Farm & Home Museum on Museum Rd, Swainsboro (across from the Fairgrounds). They have a room filled with photos and memorabila about George L Smith II our Park is named after. Stop by to learn more about him. The museum has an event scheduled also, more details later. THIS IS AN OFF SITE EVENT. 478-763-2759.
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Saturday, November 21, 2026

Annual Sugar Cane Festival
Saturday, Nov 21, 2026 9 AM to 2 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
More details coming soon, but mark your calendar to save the date! Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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