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Status: Archived Join AmeriCorps Rangers at Red Top on Feb 2, 9, 16 for AmeriCorps Homeschool Fridays. Topics include Conservation, Archaeology, & Black Bears. Program is outside & begins at 50 Lodge Rd. SE, Cartersville, GA 30121. Must preregister & prepay by calling the Park Office Mon - Thurs 9 AM - 5 PM. Registration closes at 5 PM the day before each program.
Program Descriptions:
Feb 2: Shrinking Your Environmental Footprint
Day to day activities such as cooking, cleaning and even relaxing on the couch can be detrimental to ecosystem health. Through games, activities and discussions we will explore the effects our actions have on the environment, what the consequences of irresponsible actions are, and what we can do to minimalism these impacts.
Feb 9: The Basics of Archaeology
Curious about archaeology? For this Homeschool Day, we will go over the basics of what archaeology is and what archaeologists do. We will learn about these aspects through play and crafts.
Feb 16: Teddy Bear Bash
Fall in love with Black Bears during this fun filled program. Learn about the life of a Black Bear and how they survive the year. Also, understand how Georgia State Parks manage their bear populations and nuisance bears, and try your hand at using a bear hang to protect your food and the bears. Then, explore the different ways to prevent an encounter with a Black Bear. This is your chance to learn about these fascinating animals and how we can keep them and ourselves safe.
Program & Registration Reminders:
Appropriate for Grades 3 -7. Dress for the weather. Bring water, sturdy shoes, and snacks. We will have time set aside for snacks. We ask that participants arrive 10 minutes early to the meeting location. Please keep non-participating children away from the activity so that our students can focus on the program to the fullest. Guests must pre-pay to attend because spots are limited. No registrations will be taken the day of the program. Email redtop.programmers@dnr.ga.gov with questions.
Note: The February 23 AmeriCorps Homeschool Friday is located entirely at Pickett's Mill Battlefield State Historic Site. Registration is handled through their Visitor Center, which can be reached at 770-443-7850.
This program is available to all, without regard to race, color, national origin, disability, age, sex, political affiliation or religion. It is also unlawful to retaliate against any person who, or organization that, files a complaint about such discrimination complaints, you may bring a complaint to the attention of the Corporation for National and Community Service. If you believe that you or others have been discriminated against, or if you want more information about discrimination complaints, contact: Mallory Barfield, Program Director Georgia State Parks, Recreation & Historic Sites AmeriCorps Program, 2600 Hwy 155 SW, Stockbridge, Ga 30281.E-mail: mallory.barfield@gadnr.org Fax: 770-389-7258. Phone: 770-389-7402. This contact information is to report a discrimination case. For program information, please contact the park.
Admission: $3
Parking fee: $5
Event Phone: 770-975-0055
Directions
GPS Coordinates:
N 34.142950, W -084.706700
Located 45 minutes north of Atlanta near Cartersville, 1.5 miles east of I-75 exit #285.
Directions to Allatoona Pass Battlefield: From Red Top Mountain, take I-75 South to Exit #283. Turn left. Allatoona Pass will be on the left.