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Join the Interpretive Ranger for a short astronomy talk around the campfire! From 8:00-9:00, stories and jokes will be told, and questions about the park will be answered. Starting at 9:00, the Interpretive Ranger will set up the Park's Mirrored Telescope so guests can observe the moon! $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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It's Friday! That means the fort's blacksmith is in from 10 am to 3 pm. Stop by the forge to learn about the tools and techniques used at the blacksmith shop. This program is included with fort admission. 912-727-2339.
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We're heading into the night to learn about the things that we can't normally see. We'll look for scorpions, millipedes and centipedes by using provided UV lights. Meet at the park office to walk along an easy/moderate 1 mile trail. Program suitable for kids ages 6 and older. Bring a flashlight, bug repellent, and wear sturdy shoes. Pre-registration required. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Join our Naturalist for an afternoon tour of the lake. Limit: 8 people, minimum: 4; ages 12 and up; must be able to swim; ages 12-17 must be accompanied by adult. Pre-register at Visitor Center. Tour will be cancelled in event of inclement weather. $15 ($10, your equipment) $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Join us for movies under the stars. Bring bottled water, insect repellent, and a blanket or chair. Please pre-register at Visitor Center. Meet at picnic shelter by the campground. $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Campers are invited to join the Rangers for a fun-filled night of stories and s’mores! Our expert fire makers will also give their best tips about building the best campfires around. While S’mores supplies last. $1 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Come meet some of our cutest residents, the box turtles, and learn about their habits and amazing characteristics. Location: Interpretive Center. Preregister by calling the park office. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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watch a movie outside by the pavilion in the campground. $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Come out and help us maintain our Equestrian and Hiking Trails. In addition, we will be sprucing up other areas around the park. Some tools will be provided. If you have tools please bring them. Water and snacks will be provided. If you can join us please call 706-456-2602. Help us make a positive difference. 706-456-2602.
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Come join other volunteers, and help make Chattahoochee Bend State Park the best it can be. Projects include an update to the path leading to the trail information pad and to the start of the Wild Turkey Trail. We will be moving rocks, installing edging, and adding mulch around the Visitor Center. We should also have a stepping stone making craft! 770-254-7271.
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Join staff for a day of pruning and other outdoor beautification projects. Volunteers receive a free tour of the historic Vann House and a t-shirt! Groups welcome! Sponsored by Friends of Georgia State Parks. 706-695-2598.
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If you love birds, learn to make your own Suet Cakes! These Suet Cakes are sure to attract a variety of birds to your feeder, including the red-bellied woodpecker! $15 for program and materials $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Have fun Celebrating National Public Lands Day with others at Etowah. Learn about invasive plants that you could see in your backyard; some of them may surprise you. Then put your knowledge to the test while participating in a park clean-up project. Volunteers get in free for the day. 770-387-3747.
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Enjoy the mountaintop view during this beginner friendly yoga class with registered yoga teacher, Monique French. Bring a mat, or a thick towel, and wear comfortable clothing. Social distancing will be maintained with mat placement, so arrive early. Stone amphitheater right of park office.
https://www.facebook.com/Moniquefrenchyoga $10 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Start anytime. Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office. Checklists must be brought to office with checklist by 4PM. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. Free. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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No fishing license is required all day long to cast your line in any Ga Public Fishing Area, including Lake Deleanor. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Volunteers and staff on board to share great info on wildlife and outdoor skills with learning stations and discovery tables. Live reptiles, nature discoveries, inflatable archery, and more hands-on adventures. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Archery target shooting adventure for ages 10 to adult. We provide basic instruction, equipment, and prizes. Beginners welcome. Limited attendance of 12 per time slot. Candy prizes. Groups can contact us for a special time. Preregistration required. Meet at archery field below dam. Park at boat dock. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Play our original outdoor adult and family-friendly jeopardy game to win great prizes. Test your knowledge of camping, critters, and carefree activities! Meet at pavilion by Trading Post. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Join the Columbus Coca-Cola Space Science Center staff for a night sky talk and sky viewing. Telescopes will be set up. Bring a chair or blanket for sitting on the grassy field. Baseball field across from Liberty Bell Pool on Hwy 354. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Join us on a pontoon boat tour of the lake as we look at the diversity of wildlife to be found. Feel free to bring your own binoculars but we will have a few sets to loan out. You must preregister by calling 229-838-4244. We have a maximum of 12 people per tour. $5 plus $5 parking. 229-838-4244.
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Keeping a fortress in tip top shape is essential! Lend a hand as we make various repairs and improvements to the site. We will need help gardening and sewing/mending historical garments. Volunteers receive free admission. 912-437-4770.
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A living historian portraying a Civil War soldier will entertain topics of conversation about fort history. There will be musket firings throughout the day. This program is included with fort admission. 912-727-2339.
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Join us for a fun and educational presentation on the diets of reptiles and amphibians. $2 per person $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Learn about all the animals that live on the Heritage Farm. Feed the horse, donkeys, sheep, and goats. Enjoy playtime in the pastures with the sheep and goats. $5 per person. $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Learn about all the animals that live on the Heritage Farm. Feed the horse, donkeys, sheep, and goats. Enjoy playtime in the pastures with the sheep and goats. $5 per person. $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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This workshop will provide you with all the materials, supplies and tools to build your own bat house. There will be step-by-step instruction by Habitat For Bats LLC. Once the bat house is complete, you will learn where and how to install it. Space is limited and registration is required. $20 (One house per family/address) 478.763.2759 $20. $5 parking. 478-763-2759.
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Come join the Habitat for Bats speakers at this family-friendly event to learn about bats and how beneficial they are to us. After the Q&A, walk to a nearby bat house or go on a guided walk outside using a bat detector and a special acoustic device that classifies bat calls to see if we can spot bats. $5 parking. 478.763.2759 $5 parking. 478-763-2759.
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Welcome the “End of Season” with a park cleanup. This year we are in need of 6 small groups of volunteers to help us with trail maintenance and cleanup. Pre-registration and social distancing are required. Please call the park office to register in advance. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Want to shoot an arrow in archery, but don’t know how? Here’s your chance to learn some archery skills. Soon you’ll be hitting the bullseye. Program geared to participants 10 years and above. Space limited to 10 participants. Social distancing required. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Using the skills we teach you and a compass that we provide, find and learn about the CCC historic buildings at the park. Program geared towards visitors 8 years and older. Wear closed-toe shoes, bring water, and insect repellent. Pre-registration and social distancing required. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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This ranger-led paddle + hike around Lake Rutledge will take participants back in time to the 1930s. By 1 hour paddle and then a short hike we will reach Indian Rock, one of the park's hidden jewels. Bring closed-toe shoes, water, and bug repellent. Call to register by paying in advance. Space limited to 10 participants. Social distancing required. $20 with a rental craft, $15with your own $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Volunteers around the country will be helping to improve their favorite state park or historic site on this special day. We hope you will join us in improving Hardman Farm. 706-878-1077.
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Celebrate YSPD with Kolomoki Mounds as we focus on trail and ground maintenance throughout the park. Volunteers are asked to meet at the park visitors center for sign-in at 9:00am to go over details of the areas we will be focusing on. $5 parking. 229-724-2150.
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Join us as we discover why trees shed their leaves then we will make a leaf-rubbing picture using various leaves found here at the Park. Limited to 10 people. Register at Visitor Center. $2 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Come hear our Animal Specialist tell us all about Opossums. You will be surprised to hear the truth about these unusual creatures. Limited to 15 people, minimum of 4. Pre-register at the Visitor Center. $2 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Join us around the campfire for s'mores along with stories of the Okefenokee Swamp written by one of our local authors. Meet at the amphitheater by the campground. Please pre-register at the Visitor Center. $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Come learn the six basics to wilderness survival in this hands-on tutorial. Participants will try their hand at starting a fire, building a shelter, constructing rope using nothing but nature, and more. $12 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Come take a guided tour through the historical Camp Lawton Civil War prison site and learn about the fascinating events that transpired here. Afterwards, participants are invited to explore the Camp Lawton Museum free of charge. Pre-registration is required, space is limited, and social distancing is mandatory. $5 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Learn about some native Georgia plants found at the park with a ranger. We’ll look at some of the most prominent plants in the area and learn about how they impact the environment. Afterwards, we’ll create a fun leaf craft inspired by plants we see! Pre-registration is required. Call Visitor Center to register. $3 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Enjoy a hayride through the park followed by some campfire fun in the campground. For an added treat, bring your own marshmallows and roasting sticks! Pre-registration is required. Space is limited to 15. Call Visitor Center to register. $3 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Join the park staff and celebrate YSPD by participating in a park clean up project. Volunteers get in free! After the clean up, join us for a guided tour at 1:00pm. Scouts and other groups please call the park office to reserve a project. 706-624-1321.
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Join us for a guided tour of the historic grounds and buildings of New Echota including operation of the historic printing press in the Cherokee Phoenix Print Shop.
Program may be cancelled due to inclement weather. $5.50-$7.00 706-624-1321.
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Join us for a guided tour of the historic grounds and buildings of New Echota including operation of the historic printing press in the Cherokee Phoenix Print Shop.
Program may be cancelled due to inclement weather. $5.50-$7.00 706-624-1321.
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Join the Friends of Pickett's Mill form 9 am - 11 am helping to improve our trails here in the park. We will focus our efforts on the White Trail. Water and snacks provided. Please bring gloves. Admission is free for volunteers. 770-443-7850.
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This demonstration will be a practice of drilling and cannon firing in preparation for the next Anniversary event at Allatoona Pass (Oct. 2nd). $3 -$6. 770-443-7850.
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Watch as Rangers and volunteers demonstrate the history of the Etowah Valley iron industry as we melt iron and pour it in molds. We will start pre-heating the furnace at 1pm. The first tap will be between 2pm – 2:30pm. This is a demonstration pour, scratch blocks will not be sold. $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Marsh rabbits call Skidaway Island home and are frequently seen on the trails early in the morning. Join us on this hike through some of their preferred habitat as we try to spot some of these gentle creatures. Location: Sandpiper Trail. Preregister by calling the park office. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Do you love Smithgall? Would you like to help make it even better? Join us for a beautifying of the area around Bay's Bridge. We will be trimming-up native plants and removing invasives. $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
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Join the Friends Volunteer Group and state park employees for a trash clean-up of the Sweetwater Creek Reservoir. We will be targeting fishing line, fishing trash, and leftover lures. Trash bags, trash grabbers, and gloves will be provided. Dress to get dirty and please bring water. $5 parking. Free program. Call 770-732-5871 to register. $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Join the Friends Volunteer Group and state park employees for a trash clean-up of the Sweetwater Creek Reservoir. We will be targeting fishing line, fishing trash, and leftover lures. Trash bags, trash grabbers, and gloves will be provided. Dress to get dirty and please bring water. $5 parking. Free program. Call 770-732-5871 to register. $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Come learn to shoot a bow for the first time or hone your skills. people of all ages are welcome just have to be strong enough to pull a 30LB bow. $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Kick off fall with this fall themed word search! Pick up in the park office $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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The food we eat today is the combination of various cultures and traditions. Explore with us the intersection of African and American cultures using the recipes of the Jones/DeRenne family. Learn with us and get a better understanding for the work of enslaved men and women of Wormsloe like Elijah, March. Larry, Betty, Tyia, Memba, and Juliet. $2 - $10. 912-353-3023.
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Dr. Rebecca Saunders joins us for live for a presentation on the history and archaeology of the Gaule natives who lived along the Georgia Coast before the arrival of the Europeans. 912-437-4770.
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For World Environmental Health Day, join our naturalist ranger on a guided hike. This 3-4-mile hike is recommended for hikers with some experience since it is long. While hiking, learn about the theme this year which is “Ecosystem Restoration”. Space is limited. Please call the Visitor Center to pre-register! $3 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Have you ever wanted to release your inner archer? Maybe you're just looking for a place to hone your skills. All equipment is provided, no experience necessary. Ages 8 and older. Class meets at the Alexander Lake Pavilion. Register in advance. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Georgia is home to 6 different venomous and over 30 non-venomous snake species. Learn how to identify the venomous snakes and their harmless friends. Location: Interpretive Center. Preregister by calling the park office. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Create a cute paper chain snake with our naturalist. While crafting, meet our resident snakes on display in the Interpretive Center. Preregister by calling the park office $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Come to the Nature Center to help with the installation of our new mural! We will be taping paint-swatches to the wall to create a mosaic of the River Trail. The Interpretive Ranger was created a palette of paint-swatches that are matched to colors you will find on the park. Join us to contribute, create, and be inspired by nature. $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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STEM is four days of crazy experiments and crafts that relate nature and STEM principles. Day 4 is Leaf Lab! Learn how different plants use their leaves and what kind of cool shapes they can have! Space is limited. (Recommended for children ages 7 and up). Please call the Visitor Center to pre-register! $15 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Why do prescribed burns take place in GA State Parks? How do they benefit the habitats around you? Take a 3-mile hike through the unique grassland area of Panola Mountain State Park dubbed the 'Power of Flight' with our Natural Resource Manager. He will answer these questions and teach along the way while showing the fruits of resource management. $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Join Richard B. Russell State Park every Tuesday for educational programs on cultural history and natural resources in and around the park. There will be a new theme each week, so check the official Facebook page for the updated theme each week. Ages 6 and under. Meet at the beach parking lot ten minutes before the event. $4 plus $5 parking. 706-881-4669.
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Join Richard B. Russell State Park every Tuesday for educational programs on cultural history and natural resources in and around the park. There will be a new theme each week, so check the official Facebook page for the updated theme each week. Ages 6 and under. Meet at the beach parking lot ten minutes before the event. $4 plus $5 parking. 706-881-4669.
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Join Ranger KeyShawn as he takes you on a journey, highlighting Wormsloe's history as a slave plantation and invoking the memories of those enslaved Africans who lived and worked here. The tour will last approximately one hour on a 1.5 mile hike. Please note to bring water, and wear comfortable shoes for the guided hike. Register in advance. $6.50 - $12 912-353-3023.
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Join Ranger KeyShawn as he takes you on a journey, highlighting Wormsloe's history as a slave plantation and invoking the memories of those enslaved Africans who lived and worked here. The tour will last approximately one hour on a 1.5 mile hike. Please note to bring water, and wear comfortable shoes for the guided hike. Register in advance. $6.50 - $12 912-353-3023.
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The last Wednesday of every month, join our naturalist for a variety of nature oriented, hands-on activities. Programs designed for children ages 6-12. Call the park office to register. Advanced registration and social distancing required. Limited to 12 students $8 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Homeschoolers will be offered an educational opportunity to learn about President Roosevelt, Warm Springs, The Great Depression, WWII and more, through a presentation in the Theater.
Programs run approx. 1 hour. Class begins at 10:00 a.m.
Please select a class below and then call our office @706-655-5870 to register. $9-$14. 706-655-5870.
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Bug Hotel
Wednesday, Sep 29, 2021 11 AM to 12 PM
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There will be no vacancies in this craft once it’s been set in your yard. Bug hotels are a great way to attract good bugs for your yard or garden. We’ll reuse gallon jugs and use natural materials to create this 5-star hotel. Location: Picnic Shelter 1. Preregister by calling the park office. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Join us for Home School Lessons at Crooked River's Nature Center. Classes are led by the Interpretive Ranger and cover topics that coincide with Georgia's Standards of Excellence. Pre-Registration is required. Email the Interpretive Ranger for more information!
william.park@dnr.ga.gov $3 per Student per Class $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Come to the Nature Center to help with the installation of our new mural! We will be taping paint-swatches to the wall to create a mosaic of the River Trail. The Interpretive Ranger was created a palette of paint-swatches that are matched to colors you will find on the park. Join us to contribute, create, and be inspired by nature. $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Bring homeschoolers over 5 to enjoy an in-depth glance at the lives of Opossums living in both Rural and urban areas of the South East! Did you know that it is rare for Opossums to carry rabies? Learn what it means to be a marsupial, how Opossums can benefit humans, and what makes these creatures so special. $6 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Archery
Thursday, Sep 30, 2021 9:30 AM to 10:15 AM
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Learn the basics of archery and test your skills on our archery range. This program will cover basic safety and technique. Equipment will be provided. Participants must be at least 10 years old. Advance registration required as space will be limited to 8 participants. $10 plus $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Archery
Thursday, Sep 30, 2021 11 AM to 11:45 AM
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Learn the basics of archery and test your skills on our archery range. This program will cover basic safety and technique. Equipment will be provided. Participants must be at least 10 years old. Advance registration required as space will be limited to 8 participants. $10 plus $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Our photo contest is sponsored by Friends of Crooked River State Park to promote awareness of the intrinsic values of our coastal treasures. All photos must be taken inside Crooked River State Park. Entries must be submitted as an attached digital file to FriendsofCrookedRiver@gmail.com by November 30. Top prize is $100. $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Take an eerie journey back in time at Coastal Georgia’s last surviving rice plantation. On Friday nights this October, Hofwyl-Broadfield will be offering Ghosts and Legends walking tours of the site. We will walk beneath centuries old Live Oak trees, explore the plantation out-buildings and finish with a lantern tour of the plantation house. $20. 912-264-7333.
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Join our Naturalist for an afternoon tour of the lake. Limit: 8 people, minimum: 4; ages 12 and up; must be able to swim; ages 12-17 must be accompanied by adult. Pre-register at Visitor Center. Tour will be cancelled in event of inclement weather. $15 ($10, your equipment) $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Join us around the campfire for s'mores along with stories of the Okefenokee Swamp written by one of our local authors. Meet at the amphitheater by the campground. Please pre-register at the Visitor Center. $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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watch a movie outside by the pavilion in the campground. $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Demonstrators show Primitive Skills needed by people of the past to survive everyday life in the Past. $2 - $6. 770-387-3747.
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Start anytime. Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office. Checklists must be brought to office with checklist by 4PM. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. Free. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Create your very own pinecone owl or other woodland critter out of things found in nature under the guidance of a ranger! Or create something entirely new; let your imagination run wild! Held at boathouse by fishing dock. Cancelled if rain. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Drop by our tables with skulls, bones and skeletal info. Test your skull IQ. Walkups welcome anytime. Meet at boathouse next to Lake Deleanor in the campground. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Learn how to avoid the zombie horde and navigate to your safe zone using a map and compass. Geared towards ages 8 to adult. Preregistration recommended. Meet outside park office. $4 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Join us on National Trails Day for a ranger-led hike along Mountain Creek Loop trail (~3.2 miles). Meet at pavilion below Lake Deleanor. Dress for the weather and bring plenty of water. Cancelled in the event of storms. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Archery target shooting adventure for ages 10 to adult. We provide basic instruction, equipment, and prizes. Beginners welcome. Limited attendance of 12 per time slot. Candy prizes. Groups can contact us for a special time. Preregistration required. Meet at archery field below dam. Park at boat dock. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Want to shoot an arrow in archery, but don’t know how? Here’s your chance to learn some archery skills. Soon you’ll be hitting the bullseye. Program geared to participants 10 years and above. Space limited to 10 participants. Social distancing required. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water as the sun sets. A ranger will interpret the role the CCC made in creating this great park in the 1930s. Bring water, bug spray and a change of clothes (optional). Pre-register in advance by calling the park office. $15 if you use your craft, $20 if you use ours $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Come meet local author, Emory Jones, and learn about his newest book, "Cunningham and Other Pigs I Have Known". Jones' previous titles include "The Valley Where They Danced" (which includes scenes from Hardman Farm) and "Distant Voices: The Story of the Nacoochee Valley Indian Mound". Adults: $12, Seniors (62+): $10, Youth (6-17): $7, Children (5 and under): Free. Plus tax. 706-878-1077.
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Hardman Farm comes to life with hands-on pioneer skills exhibits, traditional craft vendors, local authors and historians, and apple cider from a hand-cranked press and much more. $6. 706-878-1077.
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Over the years, Hardman Farm has been home to several species of livestock. Come visit and learn about livestock that was kept here on the Farm as we continue our journey of "bringing the farm back to life" and keep the American agricultural experience alive. Grounds Admission $6. Children under 6: Free. Plus tax. 706-878-1077.
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Children ages 6-12 will participate in activities that focus on the outdoors and work towards earning a Magnolia Springs Junior Ranger badge. Activities will include nature hikes, viewing alligators and other fun critters, fishing, building shelters and more. Call or visit the park to register. Space is limited and registration is required. $20 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Come take a guided tour through the historical Camp Lawton Civil War prison site and learn about the fascinating events that transpired here. Afterwards, participants are invited to explore the Camp Lawton Museum free of charge. Pre-registration is required, space is limited, and social distancing is mandatory. $5 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Join us for a guided tour of the historic grounds and buildings of New Echota including operation of the historic printing press in the Cherokee Phoenix Print Shop.
Program may be cancelled due to inclement weather. $5.50-$7.00 706-624-1321.
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Join us for a guided tour of the historic grounds and buildings of New Echota including operation of the historic printing press in the Cherokee Phoenix Print Shop.
Program may be cancelled due to inclement weather. $5.50-$7.00 706-624-1321.
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Wonder why Panola Mountain is a restricted area? Come on a guided hike for a close look at our unique ecology and see how outcrop plants scrape out a living in this harsh environment. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring water. Register in advance. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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It's been a long time since our last gathering, but now the time has come. Our outdoor cooks will gather and present various dishes, perfect and easy to make for all your camping needs. The public will be allowed to sample! Admission:
Seniors (62+): $3.50
Adults: $5.50
Youth (6-17): $3.00
Pre-k (under 6) $1.00 770-443-7850.
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Come help us find Noble Jones, he has lost all of his Noble Bones!
Every Saturday in October Wormsloe State Historic Site will be holding a spooky scavenger hunt. It gives families a perfect way to get outdoors and enjoy the beautiful natural and cultural resources here at Wormsloe while having some fun! $2.50 - $10 912-353-3023.
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Hiking with your dog is a fun time for everyone. Join our ranger-led hike on the Lime Sink and Beaver trails as we enjoy time with our pups and learn about how to keep them safe on trails (6ft. max. leashes required). Call to register in advance, and be sure to ask about Georgia State Parks Tails on Trails Club. $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Wonder why Panola Mountain is a restricted area? Come on a guided hike for a close look at our unique ecology and see how outcrop plants scrape out a living in this harsh environment. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring water. Register in advance. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Meet at the day-use beach to head out on a leisurely lake paddle enjoying morning wildlife and mountain scenery. $15 per a person $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Homeschoolers will be offered an educational opportunity to learn about President Roosevelt, Warm Springs, The Great Depression, WWII and more, through a presentation in the Theater.
Programs run approx. 1 hour. Class begins at 10:00 a.m.
Please select a class below and then call our office @706-655-5870 to register. $9-$14. 706-655-5870.
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Become a Mad Scientist! Learn how to use some laboratory equipment and conduct some “mad” silly experiments! Pre-registration and pre-payment is required. Limited space. Meet at pavilion below Lake Deleanor. $8 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Join a Park Ranger on this guided paddle around the lake after dark. We'll look for the Draconid meteors and explore the sky for constellations. If skies are cloudy, we will discuss history and/or night sounds. Bring water, flashlight, a towel, and bug repellent. Social distancing and pre-registration required. Limited to 10 participants. $15 if you bring your own $20 if you use ours $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Join our Interpretive Ranger for our monthly homeschool program on the first Thursday and second Wednesday of each month at 9am and 2pm. Designed for children ages 6-12 to introduce them to a variety of nature-themed topics. Cost is $8/child. Call 770-389-7801 to register as advanced registration is required. Limited to 12 students. $8 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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We're heading into the night to learn about the things that we can't normally see. We'll look for scorpions, millipedes and centipedes by using provided UV lights. Meet at the park office to walk along an easy/moderate 1 mile trail. Program suitable for kids ages 6 and older. Bring a flashlight, bug repellent, and wear sturdy shoes. Pre-registration required. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Take an eerie journey back in time at Coastal Georgia’s last surviving rice plantation. On Friday nights this October, Hofwyl-Broadfield will be offering Ghosts and Legends walking tours of the site. We will walk beneath centuries old Live Oak trees, explore the plantation out-buildings and finish with a lantern tour of the plantation house. $20. 912-264-7333.
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watch a movie outside by the pavilion in the campground. $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Start anytime. Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office. Checklists must be brought to office with checklist by 4PM. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. Free. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Learn how to avoid the zombie horde and navigate to your safe zone using a map and compass. Geared towards ages 8 to adult. Preregistration recommended. Meet outside park office. $4 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Archery target shooting adventure for ages 10 to adult. We provide basic instruction, equipment, and prizes. Beginners welcome. Limited attendance of 12 per time slot. Candy prizes. Groups can contact us for a special time. Preregistration required. Meet at archery field below dam. Park at boat dock. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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$55 public fee, $45 Guests of HLC Annual M, $25 HLC Annual Members & HLC Staff Members. Fees include: green fees, cart, range balls, lunch and prizes! Proceeds will fund waterwheel preservation and park Infrastructure costs. Registration: 8 am, warm up: 8:30 am, shotgun start: 9 am, award and prizes: 1:30 pm. Registration: bit.ly/3sDegSm $25 - $55 $5 parking. 706-557-3006.
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This ranger-led paddle + hike around Lake Rutledge will take participants back in time to the 1930s. By 1 hour paddle and then a short hike we will reach Indian Rock, one of the park's hidden jewels. Bring closed-toe shoes, water, and bug repellent. Call to register by paying in advance. Space limited to 10 participants. Social distancing required. $20 with a rental craft, $15with your own $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water as the sun sets. A ranger will interpret the role the CCC made in creating this great park in the 1930s. Bring water, bug spray and a change of clothes (optional). Pre-register in advance by calling the park office. $15 if you use your craft, $20 if you use ours $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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The park's biggest event of the year includes performances by the Bo Henry Band, an antique tractor parade, a fly-boarding performance, crafts and food vendors. Learn about primitive skills such as flint knapping, hide tanning, ax throwing, archery, pottery and more while visiting one of the most significant Woodland Indian sites in the Southeast. Some fees. $5 parking. 229-724-2150.
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Come discover the wonders of this incredible animal with a fun craft and interpretive talk. We'll learn about the ecological importance of this curious flying mammal, as well as things you can do to keep them safe. $3 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Come take a guided tour through the historical Camp Lawton Civil War prison site and learn about the fascinating events that transpired here. Afterwards, participants are invited to explore the Camp Lawton Museum free of charge. Pre-registration is required, space is limited, and social distancing is mandatory. $5 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Walk with a ranger along Spring Mill Branch and learn about reptiles in Georgia and where to find them. We will look at alligators, tortoises, and you'll even get the chance to touch a live snake. Hike is weather permitting; please bring water and wear bug spray. Some binoculars provided. $5 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Join us for all sorts of batty fun and activities! Guest speaker Rachel Pack will join us to discuss bats, their habitats, and what we can do to protect them. She is also bringing a live bat for guests to see. $5-$7. 706-624-1321.
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Have you ever wanted to release your inner archer? Maybe you're just looking for a place to hone your skills. All equipment is provided, no experience necessary. Ages 8 and older. Class meets at the Alexander Lake Pavilion. Register in advance. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Learn simple techniques for staying safe and keeping track of your family when venturing into the great outdoors. Georgia DNR Search and Rescue Dog Team volunteer, Diane Stone, and her trusty K9 companion Keegan will be leading this interactive class (Unless a SAR emergency is occurring). Meet at the Nature Center. Must register in advance. $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Pre-registration required. Geologist John Johnston will lead a moderate 2-mile hike identifying rocks and explaining how they formed. He will also explain the tectonic events that forced the rock units to be faulted and folded. There will be a visit down to the ruins of the Civil War-era New Manchester Mill alongside the shoals of Sweetwater. $7 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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paddle the beautiful remote Tugaloo lake and enjoy nature. A four wheel or all wheel drive vehicle is needed to access this area. space is limited please call and reserve your spot. $15 per a person $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Come help us find Noble Jones, he has lost all of his Noble Bones!
Every Saturday in October Wormsloe State Historic Site will be holding a spooky scavenger hunt. It gives families a perfect way to get outdoors and enjoy the beautiful natural and cultural resources here at Wormsloe while having some fun! $2.50 - $10 912-353-3023.
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Chat with a ranger and walk ½ mile in (1 mile total) to Buzzard’s Roost. Watch the sun rise (7:41am) and learn more about park. Coffee and treat provided at the end. Stone amphitheater next to Park Office. Must pre-register. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Join our park naturalist on a short, scenic hike to learn about different topics Including flora and fauna. Guests should meet at the Visitors Center. $4 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Hiking with your dog is a fun time for everyone. Join our ranger-led hike on the Lime Sink and Beaver trails as we enjoy time with our pups and learn about how to keep them safe on trails (6ft. max. leashes required). Call to register in advance, and be sure to ask about Georgia State Parks Tails on Trails Club. $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Have you ever wanted to release your inner archer? Maybe you're just looking for a place to hone your skills. All equipment is provided, no experience necessary. Ages 8 and older. Class meets at the Alexander Lake Pavilion. Register in advance. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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This 2-day program is geared toward ages 7 - 12 and runs from Oct 11 - Oct 12 (9 am-3 pm). It includes tons of outdoor recreational and educational opportunities such as: hiking, fishing, canoeing, nature art, and more. Get your badge at the and of the camp! Call the park office to register. $50 for one child $40 per child for two or more $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Enjoy an all inclusive guided tour through history on a route that was once the estate of Hardman Farm’s proprietary owner, Capt. Nichols. The area is now home to Anna Ruby Falls, Unicoi State Park, the City of Helen and Hardman Farm State Historic Site. Hike Anna Ruby Falls, enjoy lunch at Unicoi's Smith Tavern and end with a Hardman Farm tour. $85. 706-878-1077.
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This 2-day program is geared toward ages 7 - 12 and runs from Oct 11 - Oct 12 (9 am-3 pm). It includes tons of outdoor recreational and educational opportunities such as: hiking, fishing, canoeing, nature art, and more. Get your badge at the and of the camp! Call the park office to register. $50 for one child $40 per child for two or more $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Join our Interpretive Ranger for our monthly homeschool program on the first Thursday and second Wednesday of each month at 9am and 2pm. Designed for children ages 6-12 to introduce them to a variety of nature-themed topics. Cost is $8/child. Call 770-389-7801 to register as advanced registration is required. Limited to 12 students. $8 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Homeschoolers will be offered an educational opportunity to learn about President Roosevelt, Warm Springs, The Great Depression, WWII and more, through a presentation in the Theater.
Programs run approx. 1 hour. Class begins at 10:00 a.m.
Please select a class below and then call our office @706-655-5870 to register. $9-$14. 706-655-5870.
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Geared towards families who homeschool. Investigate the land mammals that call Georgia home in an outdoor lab. Possibly see some live mammals. Must pre-register. Held at offsite location, Painted Pony Farm. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Our premier event is returning! Experience an entertaining and historical trip through time led by candlelight, with friendly tour guides, horse mounted soldiers and all the fun you can pack into a 30 minute tour. Witness the only Fort McAllister night-time cannon firing available to the public Space is limited and spots sell out quickly. $25. 912-727-2339.
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We're heading into the night to learn about the things that we can't normally see. We'll look for scorpions, millipedes and centipedes by using provided UV lights. Meet at the park office to walk along an easy/moderate 1 mile trail. Program suitable for kids ages 6 and older. Bring a flashlight, bug repellent, and wear sturdy shoes. Pre-registration required. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Take an eerie journey back in time at Coastal Georgia’s last surviving rice plantation. On Friday nights this October, Hofwyl-Broadfield will be offering Ghosts and Legends walking tours of the site. We will walk beneath centuries old Live Oak trees, explore the plantation out-buildings and finish with a lantern tour of the plantation house. $20. 912-264-7333.
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Join us for movies under the stars. Bring bottled water, insect repellent, and a blanket or chair. Please pre-register at Visitor Center. Meet at picnic shelter by the campground. $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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watch a movie outside by the pavilion in the campground. $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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In tribal times, good rope could mean the difference between starvation or survival. In this class you will craft your own cordage, and leave with materials to continue your crafting at home. This class is open to ages 13+ with an adult guardian present for youth 17 and under. Limited spots available, call to pre-register. $40. 706-695-2598.
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Before super-glue and duct tape, people still required adhesives to aid in daily survival skills. Participants in this class will learn to make their own glue from natural elements. This class is open to ages 13+ with an adult guardian present for youth 17 and under. Limited spots available, call to pre-register. $40. 706-695-2598.
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Start anytime. Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office. Checklists must be brought to office with checklist by 4PM. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. Free. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Create your very own pinecone owl or other woodland critter out of things found in nature under the guidance of a ranger! Or create something entirely new; let your imagination run wild! Held at boathouse by fishing dock. Cancelled if rain. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Drop by our tables with skulls, bones and skeletal info. Test your skull IQ. Walkups welcome anytime. Meet at boathouse next to Lake Deleanor in the campground. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Learn how to avoid the zombie horde and navigate to your safe zone using a map and compass. Geared towards ages 8 to adult. Preregistration recommended. Meet outside park office. $4 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Archery target shooting adventure for ages 10 to adult. We provide basic instruction, equipment, and prizes. Beginners welcome. Limited attendance of 12 per time slot. Candy prizes. Groups can contact us for a special time. Preregistration required. Meet at archery field below dam. Park at boat dock. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Our premier event is returning! Experience an entertaining and historical trip through time led by candlelight, with friendly tour guides, horse mounted soldiers and all the fun you can pack into a 30 minute tour. Witness the only Fort McAllister night-time cannon firing available to the public Space is limited and spots sell out quickly. $25. 912-727-2339.
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Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water as the sun sets. A ranger will interpret the role the CCC made in creating this great park in the 1930s. Bring water, bug spray and a change of clothes (optional). Pre-register in advance by calling the park office. $15 if you use your craft, $20 if you use ours $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Classic cars from all over southeast Georgia will be on display vying for the championship in Hofwyl-Broadfield’s annual car show. Come and view the cars, vote for your favorite and then tour a historic rice plantation. Presented by Friends of Hofwyl and Classic Coastal Cruisers automobile club. $5-$8. 912-264-7333.
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Take a guided tour of the historic site by lantern light with tales, folklore, and mysteries rarely told…of death by poison, frightful monsters, and long-lost gold.
Reservations begin Sept. 23, 2021. Call 478-986-5172 $10 per person. Groups of 4 or more receive $5 off total for group. Children 5 and under are free. All fees must be paid in advance with reservation. 478-986-5172.
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