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Saturday,
September
23, 2017
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Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt with your camera or phone. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office any time. Pictures must be brought to park office with checklist by 4PM Sat. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Join Dr. Birkhead for a stroll along the woodland edges to listen and look for feathered friends. Bring binoculars or share park loaners. We provide a check list. Meet at the Boat House on Lake Delanor in the campground. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Show us your inner Robin Hood. Use only our equipment: compound or recurve bows, 30” arrows, standard, 80 cm target. Shoot 10 arrows. Best score in your age division wins (10-13, 14 & up). Prizes. Pre-register and pre-pay. You may register and pay to shoot twice and take the highest score. Meet across from Park Office. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Saturday,
September
30, 2017
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Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt with your camera or phone. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office any time. Pictures must be brought to park office with checklist by 4PM Sat. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Join Dr. Birkhead for a stroll along the woodland edges to listen and look for feathered friends. Bring binoculars or share park loaners. We provide a check list. Meet at the Boat House on Lake Delanor in the campground. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Celebrate Your State Parks Day and make a walking stick.Cut aged bamboo poles to desired length and decorate your own sturdy, lightweight stick. Design the grip and add your special décor to the handle. Pre-register and pay at the Park Office. Meet at the Park Office. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Enjoy wildlife discovery tables and outdoor skills exhibits. Volunteers and staff will share great information on native plants, animals, and skills. Park Office. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Join the Columbus Coca-Cola Space Science Center staff for an evening of star talks, star maps, and night sky viewing. Bring a chair or blanket for sitting on grassy field. Meet at the baseball field across from the Liberty Bell Pool on Hwy 354. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Choose a canoe, kayak or paddle boat for an evening adventure on Lake Delanor with staff guides. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Cost includes life jacket, paddles & boat. Pre-register and pre-pay only at the park office. Limited space. Meet at Boat House on Lake Delanor in the campground. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Saturday,
October
7, 2017
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Welcome the sun during this beginner friendly, Hatha class with certified instructor, Jeanne Crass. Wear loose or flexible clothing and bring water and a mat or thick towel. Pay cash at the door. Meet next to the Park Office at the Stone Amphitheater. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt with your camera or phone. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office any time. Pictures must be brought to park office with checklist by 4PM Sat. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Join Dr. Birkhead for a stroll along the woodland edges to listen and look for feathered friends. Bring binoculars or share park loaners. We provide a check list. Meet at the Boat House on Lake Delanor in the campground. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Join Dr. Birkhead for a stroll along the woodland edges to listen and look for feathered friends. Bring binoculars or share park loaners. We provide a check list. Meet at the Boat House on Lake Delanor in the campground. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Listen to Appalachian lap dulcimers and assorted other acoustical instruments as musicians from the North GA Foothills Dulcimer Association play traditional folk tunes. Bring a folding chair or enjoy wooden benches. Meet at the Wooden amphitheater below the dam in the campground. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Dance, sing-a-long, and enjoy classic vinyl 1960s and '70s music with Randy & Darlene Dameron, our popular local musicians. Cement seating. You may want to bring a chair or cushion. Meet at the stone amphitheater next to the park office. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Come join our talented local musicians, Randy and Darlene Dameron, and celebrate the great outdoors. Bring a chair or blanket or enjoy cement seating. Dance and sing-a-long to 60's and 70's music. Meet at the Stone Amphitheater next to the Park Office. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Cut aged bamboo and decorate your own sturdy, lightweight walking stick grip and handle. Afterwards, join the ranger for
an easy,1 mile, guided fall Columbus Day
ramble. . Pre-register & Pre-pay at the Park Office. Meet at covered, outdoor shelter below dam in campground. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Join Dr. George Stanton to learn about the natural history of these important and often misunderstood arachnids. Bring a flashlight for a short spider walk. Meet at the outdoor, covered shelter next to campground Trading Post. Geared towards adults and families with children ages 8 & up. Pre-pay at Park Office or pay correct change at the door. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Saturday,
October
14, 2017
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Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt with your camera or phone. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office any time. Pictures must be brought to park office with checklist by 4PM Sat. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Join Dr. Birkhead for a stroll along the woodland edges to listen and look for feathered friends. Bring binoculars or share park loaners. We provide a check list. Meet at the Boat House on Lake Delanor in the campground. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Join Dr. Birkhead for a stroll along the woodland edges to listen and look for feathered friends. Bring binoculars or share park loaners. We provide a check list. Meet at the Boat House on Lake Delanor in the campground. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Owl Prowl
Saturday, Oct 14, 2017 6:45 PM to 8 PM
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Learn about these nocturnal birds of prey and enjoy a sensory, 1 mile night walk to listen for these fabulous raptors. Meet at the shelter next to the Trading Post in the campground. Geared towards adults and families with children ages 6 & up. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Dispel myths and discover fascinating facts about these amazing flying mammals with Dr. Mark Yates from LaGrange College. Meet at the Large Group Camp Shelter past the Horse Stables and the Ranger Residence. Follow signs. Geared towards adults and families with children ages 8 & up.Correct change at the door. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Saturday,
October
21, 2017
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Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt with your camera or phone. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office any time. Pictures must be brought to park office with checklist by 4PM Sat. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Pumpkin target shooting adventure for ages 10 to adult. We provide basic instruction equipment and prizes. Not geared towards large groups. Groups can contact us for a special time. Pay and pre-register at Park Office. Meet across the from Park Office. $8 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Join trail guides for a brisk, 4-mile, easy to moderate ramble along the ridge top. Enjoy great views on both sides of the mountain. Meet at the Callaway Gardens Store Overlook Parking lot on Hwy. 27 and end at the park office on Hwy. 190. Bring water and dress for the weather. Shuttles will take guests back to their cars. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Saturday,
October
28, 2017
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Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt with your camera or phone. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office any time. Pictures must be brought to park office with checklist by 4PM Sat. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Pumpkin target shooting adventure for ages 10 to adult. We provide basic instruction equipment and prizes. Not geared towards large groups. Groups can contact us for a special time. Pay and pre-register at Park Office. Meet across the from Park Office. $8 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Make a craft.Roast a marshmallow over a campfire. Fish for fun prizes. Meet next to Campground Trading Post in the covered shelter. Sponsored by ZÖe Pediatrics, Columbus GA $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Its a fall celebration for all ages. Enter a carved pumpkin in our contest or bowl a pumpkin for prizes. Prizes for best decorated campsite. Campsite trick or treating at dark. Check with office for details. Some programs require pre-registration and a fee. free-$2 $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Bring your pumpkin with a candle or light to the Trading Post. Pre-register at Park Office or pay correct change at the door. Youth and Adult division. Awards for each category. Fee per pumpkin entered. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Meet in front of the Trading Post and show us your most creative costumes. Judges will award prizes for best adult, youth, and dog costume. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Wear your light or carry a flashlight. Trick or Treat at campsites marked with a candy bag and light. No cottages have treats. Campers who bring candy to give out can show it when they register and get 10% off their stay. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Show us your PG-13 rated creative side at your site. Judges will cruise the campground looking for décor that tells us that you love the Halloween and fall. No nails or staples on plants. No unattended candles or fires. Observe Leave No Trace decorating ideas. 1st, 2nd, 3rd Prize awarded at the campsite. Judging begins at 7 PM. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Chat with a ranger and enjoy a cup of coffee or hot chocolate and a doughnut. Watch the sun rise and learn more about the largest state park in Georgia. Pre-register & pre-pay or correct change at the door. Stone amphitheater next to Park Office. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Adults and youth, wear your favorite, comfortable super hero costume and join the wranglers for a guided, one hour, fall trail ride. Prize for the best costume. Must pre-register. Call stables at 706-628-7463. Arrive by 9:40 AM. $35 plus $5 parking. 706-628-7463.
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Join us for an exciting fall discovery geared towards families who homeschool. Investigate leaves, trees, fall flowers and local wildlife. Meet at Large Group Camp past the Horse Stables. Follow signs. Dress for the weather. Must pre-register and pre-pay. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Hop aboard our wagon for a real hayride through the campground. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-pay at the park office or correct change at the door. Meet at the Trading Post in the campground. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Saturday,
November
4, 2017
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Chat with a ranger and enjoy a cup of coffee or hot chocolate and a doughnut. Watch the sun rise and learn more about the largest state park in Georgia. Pre-register & pre-pay or correct change at the door. Stone amphitheater next to Park Office. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt with your camera or phone. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office any time. Pictures must be brought to park office with checklist by 4PM Sat. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Join instructor Lesley Reisinger and discover the simple, tasty basics of Dutch oven cooking over charcoal. Cookware, utensils, food selections and fire building will be covered. Sample tasting. Pre-register and pay at park office. Limited space. Bring your own bowl. Meet at the covered Picnic Shelter #1 at the end of the Pool Parking Lot. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Join talented Georgia musicians, Viva and Neil Araki, for a lively performance around the campfire and under a full moon. Listen and sing-a-long to classic bluegrass and Appalachian, Celtic and folk music. Meet at the Stone amphitheater next to the park office. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Friday,
November
10, 2017
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Hop aboard our wagon for a real hayride through the campground. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-pay at the park office or correct change at the door. Meet at the Trading Post in the campground. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Saturday,
November
11, 2017
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Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt with your camera or phone. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office any time. Pictures must be brought to park office with checklist by 4PM Sat. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Thanks to all of our veterans! Come spend the day with us. Flag retirement ceremony at 10:00 AM. Bring worn flags to office prior to event. Free appreciation snacks for veterans and their families at 11:00 (must sign up ahead.) Free 1-hr boat rental the entire weekend. Check in at the Park Office on Hwy 190. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Thanks to all of our veterans! Come spend the day with us. Flag retirement ceremony at 10:00 AM. Bring worn flags to office prior to event. Free appreciation snacks for veterans and their families at 11:00 (must sign up ahead.) Free 1-hr boat rental the entire weekend. Check in at the Park Office on Hwy 190. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Join the Columbus Coca-Cola Space Science Center staff for an evening of star talks, star maps, and night sky viewing. Bring a chair or blanket for sitting on grassy field. Meet at the baseball field across from the Liberty Bell Pool on Hwy 354. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Join the Columbus Coca-Cola Space Science Center staff for an evening of star talks, star maps, and night sky viewing. Bring a chair or blanket for sitting on grassy field. Meet at the baseball field across from the Liberty Bell Pool on Hwy 354. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Friday,
November
17, 2017
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Hop aboard our wagon for a real hayride through the campground. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-pay at the park office or correct change at the door. Meet at the Trading Post in the campground. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Saturday,
November
18, 2017
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Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt with your camera or phone. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office any time. Pictures must be brought to park office with checklist by 4PM Sat. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Meet a trapper. Talk to a soldier. Throw a tomahawk. See living skills displays like cooking and blacksmithing from local historians Walk through time from the mid 1700s to the late 1800's. Held on the baseball field across from the Liberty Bell Pool on Hwy 354. Donations appreciated. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Stationary target shooting competition.
We provide all equipment. Scored target winners win frozen turkeys. Pay and pre-register at Park Office. Meet across the street from Park Office. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Our corn snake is having a reptilian party. Come sign the card, meet the 14-year old, and learn about snakes. Snake cake will be served. Park Office. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Win prizes as you play our original FDR Park bingo game. Great fun for adults and families alike as you learn about these fabulous birds. Meet at the covered shelter next to the Trading Post in the campground. Bring a marshmallow stick. We will have a campfire and marshmallows. $3 for each bingo card $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Sunday,
November
19, 2017
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Meet a trapper. Talk to a soldier. Throw a tomahawk. See living skills displays like cooking and blacksmithing from local historians Walk through time from the mid 1700s to the late 1800's. Held on the baseball field across from the Liberty Bell Pool on Hwy 354. Donations appreciated. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Saturday,
November
25, 2017
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Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt with your camera or phone. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office any time. Pictures must be brought to park office with checklist by 4PM Sat. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Saturday,
December
2, 2017
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Bring a flashlight and water and join the Pine Mountain Trail Association guides for a 3.4 mile easy to moderate night walk on the East End Loop Trail. Begin and end at the WJSP Tower Parking Lot on State Road 85, just off Hwy 190 in Warm Springs. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Saturday,
December
30, 2017
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Build a home for fairies, pixies, or gnomes. Use outdoor-sturdy, unique, natural materials. Show us your whimsical creativity. Recycled and repurposed wood, glass, ceramic and metal accents are ok, no plastic. Nails and glue allowed. Must have a door and windows. Must be less than 24” high with no larger than 30” x 30” base. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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