Monumental Moments Events

High Falls State Park


Friday, January 30, 2026

High Falls Mindfulness Moment
Friday, Jan 30, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Let's stretch for the new year! Join the Assistant Naturalist for chair yoga. This class is accessible for people of various mobility levels. $10 plus parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Saturday, January 31, 2026

Winter Fungal Hike
Saturday, Jan 31, 2026 10 AM to 11:30 AM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Fungi can be elusive this time of year, but this Naturalist can usually find them! Meet at the Tranquility Trailhead (moderate) to see what is out. Free Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Sunday, February 1, 2026

Almost Primitive Fire Starting Demonstration
Sunday, Feb 1, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Practice fire starting with a ferro rod and magnesium fire starter. Meet at the fire ring in the Program Area. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Full Moon Hike
Sunday, Feb 1, 2026 7 PM to 8 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Join us for a rare opportunity to see the full moon from the trail! This guided hike on our ADA trail will have night time views of the dam, the river, and the falls. $5 plus parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Wednesday, February 4, 2026

Homeschool Day: Prescribed Burns
Wednesday, Feb 4, 2026 10 AM to 12 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Bring homeschoolers to learn how prescribed burns are used in conservation efforts. Students will receive a Burner Bob coloring book. Instructional time is ADA accessible. Optional guided walk-about after instruction. $1 plus parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Music and Movement Hike
Wednesday, Feb 4, 2026 3 PM to 4:30 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Our Assistant Naturalist loves to dance across the bridges on the trail! Move and shake your stress away on the Tranquility Trail (moderate). Meet at the Tranquility Trailhead. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Friday, February 6, 2026

Mindfulness Hike
Friday, Feb 6, 2026 9 AM to 10:30 AM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Meet on the lawn next to Picnic Shelter #1 to hike the Falls View Trail (strenuous). We will utilize the sounds of the falls along the trail in mindfulness exercises. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Boulders and Breathwork
Friday, Feb 6, 2026 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Meet at the Tranquility Trailhead (moderate) for a guided hike to learn how breathwork contributes to your well-being. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Saturday, February 7, 2026

Evergreen Hike
Saturday, Feb 7, 2026 10 AM to 11:30 AM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
It's officially winter and the evergreen herbs are easily visible. Learn to identify our local species and what traditional uses they have served. Meet at the Park Office to hike the Historic Trail (ADA0 with the option of continuing on to the Tranquility Trail (moderate). Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Homemade Valentine's Cards
Saturday, Feb 7, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Show some love the old fashioned way. Make a few Valentine's cards and leave the cleanup to us! $2 plus parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Sunday, February 8, 2026

Historic Hike: From Igneous Rock to Southern Rock
Sunday, Feb 8, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Come learn how the Mesozoic Era, the Muscogee Creek Nation, the Civil War, the Industrial Revolution, the Allman Brothers Band, and the Flood of '94 all shaped the history of the land and water that is now High Falls State Park. Receive a stamp on your Monumental Moments bookmark. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Homeschool Day: Rocks!
Wednesday, Feb 11, 2026 10 AM to 12 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Bring homeschoolers to learn about the rock cycle and some of the more common rocks and minerals of our area. Instructional area is ADA accessible. Optional guided hike after instructional time. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Music and Movement Hike
Wednesday, Feb 11, 2026 3 PM to 4:30 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Our Assistant Naturalist loves to dance across the bridges on the trail! Move and shake your stress away on the Tranquility Trail (moderate). Meet at the Tranquility Trailhead Parking Area. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Friday, February 13, 2026

High Falls Mindful Moment: Chair Yoga
Friday, Feb 13, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Let's stretch for the new year! Join the Assistant Naturalist for indoor chair based yoga. This class is specifically accessible to people with limited mobility. $10 plus parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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High Falls Mindful Moment: Low Impact Yoga
Friday, Feb 13, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Let's stretch for the new year! Join the Assistant Naturalist for indoor low-impact yoga. This class is for people of various mobility and agility levels. $10 plus parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Saturday, February 14, 2026

Couples Hike
Saturday, Feb 14, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Bring your Valentine or your bestie to start the day of love off with a hike! We'll find some extra scenic off trail spots for Valentine's Day photos. After the hike, you can take complementary hot drinks and sweet treats to enjoy in the park together. $5 plus parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Mardi Gras Mask Making
Saturday, Feb 14, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Get ready for Fat Tuesday by making your own mask. Do crafts at park and leave the clean-up to us! Must register in advance. $5 plus parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Campers Only Mardi Gras Parade
Saturday, Feb 14, 2026 4:30 PM to 5 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Campers: Be at your site or the playground in the Riverside Campground at 4:30pm to catch the parade and some beads, too! (Also, make a Mardi Gras mask to wear at the parade at our 2pm craft program!) Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Sunday, February 15, 2026

Historic Hike: From Igneous Rock to Southern Rock
Sunday, Feb 15, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Meet at the front porch of the Park Office to hike the Historic Trail (ADA) and learn how the Mesozoic Era, the Muscogee Creek Nation, the Civil War, the Industrial Revolution, and the Allman Brothers Band all shaped the history of the water and land that is now High Falls State Park. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Friday, February 20, 2026

Grounding 101 Hike
Friday, Feb 20, 2026 11 AM to 12:30 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Learn how "earthing" contributes to our overall wellness while you synergize with the land & trees. Meet at the Tranquility Trailhead parking area. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Boulders & Breathwork
Friday, Feb 20, 2026 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Meet at the Tranquility Trailhead (moderate) for a guided hike to learn how breathwork contributes to your well-being. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Saturday, February 21, 2026

Pet the Moss Hike
Saturday, Feb 21, 2026 10 AM to 11:30 AM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Use more of your senses to experience the wonder of these simple plants. Meet on the lawn next to Picnic Shelter #1 to hike the Falls View Trail (strenuous). Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Campfire Dutch Oven Demonstration
Saturday, Feb 21, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Everyone should learn to cook in their yard! Meet at the firepit in the Program Area to see a Dutch oven demonstration. Please register in advance. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Sunday, February 22, 2026

Monumental Memories of High Falls
Sunday, Feb 22, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Come hear someone share memories of High Falls from back in the day. Receive a stamp on your annual theme bookmark. Meet on the front porch of the Park Office. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Wednesday, February 25, 2026

Homeschool Day: High Falls History is Monumental!
Wednesday, Feb 25, 2026 10 AM to 12 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Bring homeschoolers to learn about the history of the park. Optional guided historic hike on our ADA trail after instructional time. Participants will receive a stamp on their bookmark. Students must be accompanied by an adult. Must register in advance. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Music & Movement Hike
Wednesday, Feb 25, 2026 3 PM to 4:30 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Our Assistant Naturalist loves to dance across bridges on the trail! Move & shake your stress away on the Tranquility Trail (moderate). Meet at the Tranquility Trailhead. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Friday, February 27, 2026

High Falls Mindful Moment: Chair Yoga
Friday, Feb 27, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Let's stretch for the new year! Join the Assistant Naturalist for indoor chair based yoga. This class is specifically accessible to people with limited mobility. $10 plus parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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High Falls Mindful Moment: Low Impact Yoga
Friday, Feb 27, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Let's stretch for the new year! Join the Assistant Naturalist for indoor low-impact yoga. This class is for people of various mobility and agility levels. $10 plus parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Saturday, February 28, 2026

Winter/Spring Fungal Hike
Saturday, Feb 28, 2026 10 AM to 11:30 AM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Fungi march to the beat of a natural calendar. The temperature and precipitation determines whether we'll find "Winter" or "Spring" fungi this time of year. Let's hit the trail to see what's out. Meet on the lawn next to Picnic Shelter #1 to hike the Falls View Trail (strenuous). Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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