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Wednesday, April 24, 2024

West Ridge Hike
Wednesday, Apr 24, 2024 9:30 AM to 11 AM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
Join a park naturalist on an 0.6 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our paved West Ridge trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
Archery Fundamentals
Wednesday, Apr 24, 2024 9:30 AM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
9:30am & 1pm daily (except 1pm on Wednesdays). Join a park naturalist to learn the basics of how to safely shoot a compound bow then practice your aim from different distances on 3D foam targets. Register in advance. $30 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
What's Blooming in Sitton Gulch
Wednesday, Apr 24, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
The wildflowers in Sitton Gulch are in bloom! Come see what's up along the Sitton Gulch Trail. Meet at the Interpretive Center, then we'll drive down the mountain to the lower trailhead. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
Let's Go Geocache!
Wednesday, Apr 24, 2024 11 AM to 12 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
How would you like to own one of these nifty Georgia State Parks Geo-Tour coins? Certain Cache's within the park have code words on them and when you collect enough you get this very cool coin! More info here: https://gastateparks.org/Geocaching Meet at the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center and hike a 1 mile section of Sweetgum Trail. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
Shelter Building 101
Wednesday, Apr 24, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
What would YOU do if you were stranded in the woods overnight? What if it were cold? Wet? Windy? Would you be able to stay warm and dry?.. Come prepare for the worst with us as we discuss the different types, build one together, then compete to see who can build the best shelter! Meet at the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
Orienteering at Red Top
Wednesday, Apr 24, 2024 3 PM to 5 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Navigating without help from The Googles is a skill most people these days do not possess. Join us as we learn basic compass and navigation skills, then put them to the test! We will meet at the Tennis Courts by the Trading Post. Course maps are available for purchase at the Trading Post and Visitors Center. Compasses will be provided. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
Morning Yoga in the Park
Wednesday, Apr 24, 2024 8 AM to 9 AM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Beginners welcome! Learn some basic yoga moves in the beautiful outdoors or follow your own routine in a positive environment. Sitting and standing techniques for all ages and abilities. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
Morning Fitness Hike
Wednesday, Apr 24, 2024 9 AM to 10 AM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Enjoy a fun and invigorating ranger led hike by river. Hike is 1.5 miles, but you can choose the distance you like. $5 parking. 706-783-5349.