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Friday, September 13, 2024

Trivia Night
Friday, Sep 13, 2024 7 PM to 8 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Think you know a lot about nature? Show off your knowledge with a trivia night. Participants will be split off into teams (or families) and will compete to see what team can answer the most questions. Program held outside so please bring bug spray as a precaution. This is an all ages event. Meet at Picnic Shelter 4. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Sail and Soar
Friday, Sep 13, 2024 3:30 PM to 4:15 PM
Jack Hill State Park - Reidsville, GA
Join Jack Hill State Park for Sail and Soar! Come make your own paper boats or planes to design, race, and more! This program is perfect for all ages looking for a creative day outdoors. So come fold, sail, and soar. $2 plus $5 parking. 912-557-7744.
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Saturday, September 14, 2024

Amphibian and Reptile Hike
Saturday, Sep 14, 2024 10 AM to 12 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Looking for Amphibians and Reptiles along the creek and river with our Park Naturalist. Learn how to spot them and where to find them. Learn how to distinguish their songs and sounds. Call to register and reserve your spot $5.00 per person $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Vanishing Flowers, Plants and Trees
Saturday, Sep 14, 2024 1 PM to 3 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Come learn about the endangered species of trees, plants and flowers in the Park. Join our Park Naturalist and Phil Delestrez as we hike and see vanishing species. Find out how to protect these native species before they are gone. Sign u now and reserve your spot by calling 770-254-7271 $5.00 per person $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Girl Scouts Love State Parks- Volunteer Day
Saturday, Sep 14, 2024 10 AM to 2 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Girl Scout troops are invited to come out and help us keep our park beautiful. After our Girl Scouts will get a guided tour through the Fort. $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Eye Spy - Camera Scavenger Hunt
Saturdays 8 AM - 4 PM – Sep 14, 2024 until Dec 28, 2024 
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
The scavenger hunt is a fun and easy activity to do with friends and family. Kids and adults both seem to enjoy doing it! Free. $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Girl Scouts Love State Parks Day
Saturday, Sep 14, 2024 8 AM to 3 PM
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
All Girl Scout troops are welcome to participate in a volunteer clean-up project. Activities also include completing the “Passport” and “Think Like A Tree” programs. Activity sheets available for Girls Scouts to complete, receive a Girl Scouts Love Georgia State Parks sticker. Pick up information at the Relihan Center upon arrival. Free, All ages. $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Fire and Shine Dinner
Saturday, Sep 14, 2024 5:30 PM to 8 PM
Hardman Farm Historic Site - Sautee Nacoochee, GA
Fire and Shine Dinner Immerse yourself in an evening full of Appalachian culture, local history, local food, music and more. Live moonshine and black powder demonstrations will engage you while you enjoy Southern fare in the shadow of Mt. Yonah. $60. 706-878-1077.
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Girl Scouts Love State Parks Tree Bingo Hike
Saturday, Sep 14, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Bring your Girl Scout troop for a guided hike/bingo mashup! We'll hike, talk about trees, learn to identify some native species, and play bingo for prizes all at the same time. Exclusively for Girl Scouts! Please call to register in advance. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Jar Terrariums
Saturday, Sep 14, 2024 3 PM to 4 PM
Jack Hill State Park - Reidsville, GA
Join Jack Hill State Park for our Jar Terrarium Program! We now have bigger and better jars! This popular program will show you how to make your very own self-sustaining garden in a jar. This simple and easy program is a great way to bring out that green thumb! $5 plus $5 parking. 912-557-7744.
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Daily Life, Skills & Tools of the Kolomoki People
Saturday, Sep 14, 2024
Kolomoki Mounds State Park - Blakely, GA
Try your hand at using a pump drill or grinding corn like the Indigenous people of Kolomoki would have done nearly 2,000 years ago. We will explore the history of the people who inhabited the land. Meet at the amphitheater at the visitor center. $5 parking. 229-724-2150.
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Daily Life, Skills & Tools of the Kolomoki People
Saturday, Sep 14, 2024 10 AM to 11 PM
Kolomoki Mounds State Park - Blakely, GA
Try your hand at using a pump drill or grinding corn like the Indigenous people of Kolomoki would have done nearly 2,000 years ago. We will explore the history of the people who inhabited the land. Meet at the amphitheater at the visitor center. $5 parking. 229-724-2150.
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Butterflies and Roses Craft
Saturday, Sep 14, 2024 2 PM to 3 PM
Laura S. Walker State Park - Waycross, GA
Come see us at the interpretive Center and join in on a fun craft for all ages! Colorful butterflies and realistic roses! We have plenty of colors to choose from so let your imagination run wild. Take your creation home and enjoy it for years to come. Stop in at the Visitor Center prior to the craft to sign up. See you there! $5 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Girl Scouts Love State Parks: Beginner Archery
Saturday, Sep 14, 2024 10 AM to 11 AM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
Earn your Archery Badge at Panola Mountain State Park! We will provide all equipment and instruction. Call the Park Office to register your troop as space is very limited. All participants must be at least 8 years old. Closed toed shoes required. 15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Girl Scouts Love State Parks: Beginner Archery
Saturday, Sep 14, 2024 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
Earn your Archery Badge at Panola Mountain State Park! We will provide all equipment and instruction. Call the Park Office to register your troop as space is very limited. All participants must be at least 8 years old. Closed toed shoes required. 15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Girl Scouts Love State Parks: Lost but Found, Safe and Sound
Saturday, Sep 14, 2024 12 PM to 1 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
Learn simple techniques for staying safe and keeping track of your family when venturing into the great outdoors. Search and Rescue Dog Team volunteer, Dianne Stone, and her trusty K9 companion Maisy will be leading this interactive class (Unless a SAR emergency is occurring). Meet at Nature Center. Must register troop in advance. Spaces limited. $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Basic Archery
Saturday, Sep 14, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
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. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Basic Archery
Saturday, Sep 14, 2024 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
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. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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4-H Loves Providence Canyon
Saturday, Sep 14, 2024 9 AM to 1 PM
Providence Canyon State Park - Lumpkin, GA
Join our volunteers from Stewart County 4-H to help clean up our park and keep our visitor center beautiful. Supplies will be provided and park entry will be free for volunteers. $5 parking. 229-838-6202.
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Girl Scouts Love State Parks
Saturday, Sep 14, 2024 10 AM to 3 PM
Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site - Warm Springs, GA
Come and learn the history of how Franklin Roosevelt rose above the effects of polio to become president. You will have the opportunity to learn more about the history of the site by doing our activity booklet. Once you complete the activity booklet you will receive an special sticker. $7.50-$13 706-655-5870.
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Girl Scouts Love State Parks Day Hike
Saturday, Sep 14, 2024 2 PM to 3:30 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Girl Scouts are invited to join us for a hike developed to highlight trees and their special place in our park. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Gorge Ecology
Saturday, Sep 14, 2024 2 PM to 3 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
A rushing river at the base of rocky cliffs, surrounded by lush forests and a buzz with organic life. Tallulah Gorge is a hub of many ecosystems and animals that call them home. Find out what makes this unique environment the ideal habitat for many species. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Fire-Making 101
Saturday, Sep 14, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Meet at the Nature Hut to learn how to build a campfire, using a variety of different methods, and how you can prevent wildfires by practicing proper fire safety. Try your hand at creating your fire after learning the basics. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Explore the Nature Hut
Saturday, Sep 14, 2024 3 PM to 5 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
come look around our Nature Hut and see our really cool snakes. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Movie Night
Saturday, Sep 14, 2024 8:30 PM to 10 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Join us for a fun family movie night. Located behind the Nature Hut. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Sunday, September 15, 2024

Hiking Stick Decorating
Sunday, Sep 15, 2024 2 PM to 3 PM
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
Customize your own bamboo walking/ hiking stick. Canes, colored paracord and paint are provided. $5.00 per person. Meet at the Relihan Building. Ages 8 and Up. $5 plus $5 parking. 978-519-6373.
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Lets Get Crafty
Sunday, Sep 15, 2024 4 PM to 5 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Flex your creativity with this fun craft day. We will be doing hands on crafts and education. This will be held outdoors so bring closed toed shoes, bug spray, and water. Pre-registration required. Ages 6+. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Basic Archery
Sunday, Sep 15, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
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. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Basic Archery
Sunday, Sep 15, 2024 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
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. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Girl Scouts Love State Parks
Sunday, Sep 15, 2024 10 AM to 3 PM
Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site - Warm Springs, GA
Come and learn the history of how Franklin Roosevelt rose above the effects of polio to become president. You will have the opportunity to learn more about the history of the site by doing our activity booklet. Once you complete the activity booklet you will receive an special sticker. $7.50-$13 706-655-5870.
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Birdfeeders and Bird Facts
Sunday, Sep 15, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
Make a birdfeeder and learn about the kind of birds you’re likely to find in North Georgia. Then put your bird feeder and bird knowledge to the test and see what you spot. No promises a squirrel won't steal it! $5 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Radical Reptiles
Sunday, Sep 15, 2024 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Join us at our nature center for an informative program all about the snakes that are native to Georgia and in your very own backyard, and meet our beloved snakes that reside here at Tugaloo. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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crafts
Sunday, Sep 15, 2024 2 PM to 3 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
come to the nature hut and enjoy some fun crafts. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Explore the Nature Hut
Sunday, Sep 15, 2024 3 PM to 5 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
come look around our Nature Hut and see our really cool snakes. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Monday, September 16, 2024

Gnarly Neighbors
Monday, Sep 16, 2024 9 AM to 10:30 AM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
The good, the bad and the ugly! Learn about what plants are critical to the health of our local ecosystem and environment, and what invasive flora pose a threat to native wildlife. Meet at the Big Ferry trailhead for a 3-mile hike around the entirety of the Big Ferry trail. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Thursday, September 19, 2024

DIY Bird Feeders
Thursday, Sep 19, 2024 11 AM to 12 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Explore the area and learn about our fine feathered friends while making a locally sourced bird feeder $2.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Trivia: Let's Get Quizzical
Thursday, Sep 19, 2024 7 PM to 8 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Relax at the fire pit behind the Interpretive Center with trivia, featuring questions about local flora and fauna, Skidaway Island facts, and Georgia history. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Saturday, September 21, 2024

Birds of Prey
Saturday, Sep 21, 2024 1 PM to 2:30 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
Join Blue Ridge Raptors to meet several amazing Birds of Prey up close and learn how to help wild raptors! Come early to chat with raptor specialists. Programs are held in our Visitor Center's Arch Room. $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Birding Presentation and Hike
Saturday, Sep 21, 2024 10 AM to 12 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Wear comfortable shoes and comfortable clothes and bring water. Bring your phones and/or cameras and take photos of the migratory birds passing through. Call to reserve your spot and bring the family. $5.00 per person $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Squid Dissection
Saturday, Sep 21, 2024 2 PM to 2:30 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Embrace your inner curiosity as we dissect and learn about the ins and outs of one of the oceans' most common animals: The Squid! $10.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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23nd Annual Skills of the Past
Saturday, Sep 21, 2024 10 AM to 4 PM
Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site - Cartersville, GA
Come watch staff and demonstrators show how people used basic skills to live in the pre-industrial age. See skills such as flintknapping, fire building, cordage making, weaving, food preparation, and more. Click on the event title for more information. $2 - $6. 770-387-3747.
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Colonial Coffee House
Saturday, Sep 21, 2024 9 AM to 11 AM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
The Coffee House is open inside the Officers' Quarters! Traditionally, the Coffee House was the seat of all great thinkers in the colonies. This special meet-and-greet with a ranger will involve sipping on 18th century style coffee by the fire and discussing history. Only $5 extra to join! $5. 912-437-4770.
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Victorian Hatpin Craft
Saturday, Sep 21, 2024 11 AM to 12:30 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Luxurious, practical, used for self defense. Come learn about the history and uses of hatpins in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Also, spend some time making a replica hat pin for yourself under the guidance of a crafty Park Ranger. $10. 912-727-2339.
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Eye Spy - Camera Scavenger Hunt
Saturdays 8 AM - 4 PM – Sep 21, 2024 until Dec 28, 2024 
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
The scavenger hunt is a fun and easy activity to do with friends and family. Kids and adults both seem to enjoy doing it! Free. $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Craft Activity – Make A Tree or Dragonfly
Saturday, Sep 21, 2024 10 AM to 3 PM
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
Create a dragonfly keyring/ tree ornament by knotting paracord. Activity can be done at any time during the day at the Relihan Museum on the farm. $8.00 per person. Pre-pay and pre-register at the Park Office. Ages 8 & Up. $8 plus $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Farm Animals Tour
Saturday, Sep 21, 2024 10 AM to 11 AM
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
Come along with a ranger to learn about and feed our heritage farm animals. We’ll also discuss the history of farming in south Georgia’s “Piney Woods” Longleaf pine – wiregrass region. $3.00 per person. Meet at the Relihan Building. $3 plus $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Lets Get Crafty
Saturday, Sep 21, 2024 4 PM to 5 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Flex your creativity with this fun craft day. We will be doing hands on crafts and education. This will be held outdoors so bring closed toed shoes, bug spray, and water. Pre-registration required. Ages 6+. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Daily Life, Skills & Tools of the Kolomoki People
Saturday, Sep 21, 2024 10 AM to 11 PM
Kolomoki Mounds State Park - Blakely, GA
Try your hand at using a pump drill or grinding corn like the Indigenous people of Kolomoki would have done nearly 2,000 years ago. We will explore the history of the people who inhabited the land. Meet at the amphitheater at the visitor center. $5 parking. 229-724-2150.
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Daily Life, Skills & Tools of the Kolomoki People
Saturday, Sep 21, 2024 12 PM to 1 PM
Kolomoki Mounds State Park - Blakely, GA
Try your hand at using a pump drill or grinding corn like the Indigenous people of Kolomoki would have done nearly 2,000 years ago. We will explore the history of the people who inhabited the land. Meet at the amphitheater at the visitor center. $5 parking. 229-724-2150.
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Annual Vendor's Bazaar by Friends of Laura Walker
Saturday, Sep 21, 2024 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM
Laura S. Walker State Park - Waycross, GA
We are holding our annual Food Truck and Vendors Bazaar on Saturday, September 21, 2024. We anticipate hundreds of shoppers coming out to eat and browse. Please email 2retiredroamers@gmail.com for any questions or call 912-670-1603. $5 parking. 912-670-1603.
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Fall Crafts
Saturday, Sep 21, 2024 3:30 PM to 5 PM
Laura S. Walker State Park - Waycross, GA
We have several crafts to choose from for all ages! We will be making animals from pinecones and even a fall themed centerpiece for your holiday get togethers! Pre-register at the Visitor Center before the event.We will meet at the Interpretive Center for craft time.See you there! $5 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Operation Avian
Saturday, Sep 21, 2024 10:30 AM to 11:30 PM
Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site - Warm Springs, GA
YOUR MISSION SHOULD YOU CHOOSE TO ACCEPT: is to Join Roosevelt's Little White House as we explore what it takes to be a bird! Together we will dive into the interesting anatomy of our feathered friends. Learning what makes birds different from all other creatures and how unique each bird really is! $9.50-$15.00 706-655-5870.
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Show & Tell - Diamondback Terrapin Hatchlings
Saturday, Sep 21, 2024 11 AM to 12 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Guest speakers from the Skidaway Audubon Diamondback Terrapin Rescue project will be sharing information about their efforts to help the population recover by relocating eggs to safer nesting boxes. Join us at the Interpretive Center for a Show & Tell to see the hatchlings and hear about this important project. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Explore the Nature Hut
Saturday, Sep 21, 2024 3 PM to 5 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
come look around our Nature Hut and see our really cool snakes. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Movie Night
Saturday, Sep 21, 2024 8:30 PM to 10 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Join us for a fun family movie night. Located behind the Nature Hut. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Campfire Craft
Saturday, Sep 21, 2024 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Meet at the campground pavilion to make a glowing campfire craft! Kids of all ages welcome. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Campfire and S'mores
Saturday, Sep 21, 2024 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Join us at the campground fire ring for s’mores and conversation! Bring a chair. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Remarkable Reptiles and Paint a Pet Rock Turtle!
Saturday, Sep 21, 2024 11 AM to 12 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Learn fun and fascinating facts about reptiles! We'll talk about turtles, snakes, and lizards. Then we'll paint a pet turtle on a rock! $5 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Sunday, September 22, 2024

First Day of Fall Hike
Sunday, Sep 22, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Fall has arrived! Join the Naturalist to discuss the Fall Equinox and what the changing of the seasons means for the flora and fauna of the park as we hike the Historic Trail (ADA) with the option of continuing on to the Tranquility Trail (moderate rating). $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Creature Feature
Sunday, Sep 22, 2024 12 PM to 12:30 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
Join a ranger for a free educational program to learn about native animals that call Panola Mountain home and what we can do to protect them. Program includes either a live snake or turtle. Meet at the Nature Center. For all ages, but recommended for children ages 5-10. All children must be accompanied by an adult. $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Bug Hotel Craft
Sunday, Sep 22, 2024 2 PM to 3:30 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
It's the first day of autumn! Celebrate the equinox by making a bug hotel out of recycled and natural materials to help insects and other pollinators find a safe place to hibernate during the cooler season. One bug hotel ($5) per family. Register in advance as materials are limited. Meet at the amphitheater just outside of the Nature Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Arts & Crafts with a Ranger
Sunday, Sep 22, 2024 9 AM to 10:30 AM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Make some fun take home crafts with a ranger and learn more about the park and nature. We will be making leather bracelets, painting stone turtles and painting our nature scenes. $8 Program fee is required. Stop by the front desk to register and pay fee or call us to pre-register. Meet us in the Event Room. $8 plus $5 parking. 770-975-4226.
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Explore the Nature Hut
Sunday, Sep 22, 2024 3 PM to 5 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
come look around our Nature Hut and see our really cool snakes. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Monday, September 23, 2024

Gnarly Neighbors
Monday, Sep 23, 2024 9 AM to 10:30 AM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
The good, the bad and the ugly! Learn about what plants are critical to the health of our local ecosystem and environment, and what invasive flora pose a threat to native wildlife. Meet at the Big Ferry trailhead for a 3-mile hike around the entirety of the Big Ferry trail. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Tuesday, September 24, 2024

Read with a Ranger
Tuesday, Sep 24, 2024 10 AM to 11 AM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Young children will enjoy getting out for this hour of interactive reading. Listen to nature stories perfect for children with a love of the outdoors. Meet at the Interpretive Center, outside if fair weather. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Thursday, September 26, 2024

DIY Bird Feeders
Thursday, Sep 26, 2024 11 AM to 12 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Explore the area and learn about our fine feathered friends while making a locally sourced bird feeder $2.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Trivia: Let's Get Quizzical
Thursday, Sep 26, 2024 7 PM to 8 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Relax at the fire pit behind the Interpretive Center with trivia, featuring questions about local flora and fauna, Skidaway Island facts, and Georgia history. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Friday, September 27, 2024

Bee-I-Y
Friday, Sep 27, 2024 2 PM to 3 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Join our ranger for a fun and interactive craft as we craft your very own un-bee-lievable bee house! $5.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Trivia Night
Friday, Sep 27, 2024 7 PM to 8 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Think you know a lot about nature? Show off your knowledge with a trivia night. Participants will be split off into teams (or families) and will compete to see what team can answer the most questions. Program held outside so please bring bug spray as a precaution. This is an all ages event. Meet at Picnic Shelter 4. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Friday Day Bird Walk
Friday, Sep 27, 2024 8 AM to 9:30 AM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Bring your binoculars and cameras to this guided bird walk. We'll be on the easy going Sweet Gum Trail to see some magnificent birds and hear their joyful songs. We will meet by the Visitor Center and head out on the on the trail to enjoy the sights and sounds. Call the Visitor Center to make you reservations. $5.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Fungi Friday Hike
Friday, Sep 27, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
A wide variety of mushrooms pop up on the trails at Skidaway Island State Park. Let’s see what mushrooms we can find and identify. Make sure to bring your smartphone or a camera! Meet at the Big Ferry trailhead for a 3-mile hike around the entirety of the Big Ferry trail. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Saturday, September 28, 2024

Fundamentals of Nature Identification
Saturday, Sep 28, 2024 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
Come explore the biodiversity of Amicalola Falls with an introduction to the iNaturalist Nature Identification app then a walk around our lodge loop trail to identify surrounding flora/fauna. Meet us in the Lodge Lobby! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Mushroom and Fungi Walk
Saturday, Sep 28, 2024 10 AM to 12 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Come and learn about the fungi throughout the Park including mushrooms. Wear appropriate clothing and hiking shoes. Bring water. Let's see what we can find. Reserve your spot not. Limited to 20 people. Call 770-254-7271 to confirm your space. $5.00 per person $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Campfire Adventures
Saturday, Sep 28, 2024 8 PM to 9:30 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Come and create lasting memories at our campfire. Make this a family affair. Join us for skits and songs. Don't forget the smores. Bring a favorite story to tell. Limited to 40 people. Call to reserve your spot now before it is gone. Wear appropriate clothing and bring your own seating $5.00 per person $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Your State Parks Day
Saturday, Sep 28, 2024 9 AM to 12 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
‘Friends of the Parks’ groups all over the state will be hosting a day of volunteer opportunities. Come give back to your favorite park. Our Naturalists will also be presenting programs and other activities at the Interpretive Center. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Boots and Bugs: Nature Hike
Saturday, Sep 28, 2024 9 AM to 10 AM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Embrace your inner curiosity and see a variety of bugs that call Georgia home on a fun 1-mile hike $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Herp, Herp, Hooray
Saturday, Sep 28, 2024 11 AM to 12 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Assist our Interpretive ranger with caring for and learning about the reptiles and amphibians that call our nature center home. $2.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Pocket Park
Saturday, Sep 28, 2024 2 PM to 3 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Enjoy a fun afternoon of building your own mini terrarium while learning about the resources that make up our park. $10 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Eye Spy - Camera Scavenger Hunt
Saturdays 8 AM - 4 PM – Sep 28, 2024 until Dec 28, 2024 
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
The scavenger hunt is a fun and easy activity to do with friends and family. Kids and adults both seem to enjoy doing it! Free. $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Your State Parks Day - Fishing Derby
Saturday, Sep 28, 2024 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
Celebrate fishing. No license required on this day for adults or youth. Catch some fish and win some fun prizes. Age categories are 3-17. and 18 & up. Entry fee $5 per person. Bring your own pole and bait. Pre-registration and pre-payment required. Meet at the Heritage Farm. $5 plus $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Dog Days Adoption Event
Saturday, Sep 28, 2024 1 PM to 3 PM
Jack Hill State Park - Reidsville, GA
Join Jack Hill for our Dog Days adoption event! We are teaming up with three local animal agencies to bring you a paw-some opportunity to meet some adorable dogs looking for a forever home. Mingle, play, and find your new best friend at Jack Hill State Park. You might even find a new hiking buddy! $5 parking. 912-557-7744.
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Basic Archery
Saturday, Sep 28, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
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. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Basic Archery
Saturday, Sep 28, 2024 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
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. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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National Public Lands Day
Saturday, Sep 28, 2024 10 AM to 12 PM
Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site - Dallas, GA
In conjunction with National Public Lands Day, we are hosting a volunteer workday involving several site projects. Please bring gloves, water, and snacks provided. Admission is free for volunteers on this day. 770-443-7850.
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Pewter Pour from 1 to 4
Saturday, Sep 28, 2024 1 PM to 4 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Pewter has been used since the Ancient Egyptians. See how Pewter is used today to heat and make castings. Cast your own one-of-a-kind souvenir from pre-made molds or design your own. Stop by the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center anytime between 1-4. Brought to you by Friends of Red Top Mountain State Park! $8 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Little White House Annual Clean up-Your State Parks Day
Saturday, Sep 28, 2024 10 AM to 3 PM
Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site - Warm Springs, GA
Volunteers are being sought to help out with weeding flower beds, removing spider webs and cleaning outside museum and grounds. Gloves and tools will be provided. Admission Fee is free for those who volunteer. 706-655-5870.
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Explore the Nature Hut
Saturday, Sep 28, 2024 3 PM to 5 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
come look around our Nature Hut and see our really cool snakes. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Golf Cart Drive in Movie
Saturday, Sep 28, 2024 8:30 PM to 10 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
bring your golf cart or a blanket and watch a movie beside the tennis court. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Paint Along in the Park
Saturday, Sep 28, 2024 3 PM to 4 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Join us for a relaxing art experience. Paint along with us to create an easy and fun picture of the bridge and river. No experience needed, all materials provided. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Your State Parks Day
Saturday, Sep 28, 2024 10 AM to 4 PM
Wormsloe Historic Site - Savannah, GA
Come join us for volunteer projects throughout the site. Past projects include building new shelters in the Early Georgia Camp and weeding and mulching in the Heritage Garden. Free admission for registered volunteers. 912-353-3023.
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Sunday, September 29, 2024

Craft Activity – Make A Tree or Dragonfly
Sunday, Sep 29, 2024 2 PM to 3 PM
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
Create a dragonfly keyring/ tree ornament by knotting paracord. Activity can be done at any time during the day at the Relihan Museum on the farm. $8.00 per person. Pre-pay and pre-register at the Park Office. Ages 8 & Up. $8 plus $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Basic Archery
Sunday, Sep 29, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
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. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Basic Archery
Sunday, Sep 29, 2024 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
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. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Gorge Ecology
Sunday, Sep 29, 2024 12 PM to 1 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
A rushing river at the base of rocky cliffs, surrounded by lush forests and a buzz with organic life. Tallulah Gorge is a hub of many ecosystems and animals that call them home. Find out what makes this unique environment the ideal habitat for many species. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Explore the Nature Hut
Sunday, Sep 29, 2024 3 PM to 5 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
come look around our Nature Hut and see our really cool snakes. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Roving Ranger
Sunday, Sep 29, 2024 6 PM to 7 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Be on the lookout for our ranger roving the campground for any on the spot questions that you may have about nature and the park. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Monday, September 30, 2024

Trivia: Let's Get Quizzical
Monday, Sep 30, 2024 7 PM to 8 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Relax at the fire pit behind the Interpretive Center with trivia, featuring questions about local flora and fauna, Skidaway Island facts, and Georgia history. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Friday, October 4, 2024

Centennial Celebration of FDR’s First Swim in Warm Springs
Friday, Oct 4, 2024 1 PM to 3 PM
Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site - Warm Springs, GA
100 years ago, Franklin Delano Roosevelt first came to Georgia to swim in the warm springs as therapy for polio.Join us as we celebrate that initial visit that would change the world. The Centennial Celebration will occur in front of the Little White House and will include speeches by Haven Roosevelt Luke, FDR and Missy LeHand reenactors, and more. 706-655-5870.
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Saturday, October 5, 2024

All About Owls
Saturday, Oct 5, 2024 10 AM to 12 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Bring the kids out for a day of fun and learning with our Park Naturalist. Learn about the owls in the Park. What is SCAT. Discover what owls eat. Pellet dissection. Sigh up today to reserve your spot. Limited to 30 participants. $5.00 per person $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Eye Spy - Camera Scavenger Hunt
Saturdays 8 AM - 4 PM – Oct 5, 2024 until Dec 28, 2024 
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
The scavenger hunt is a fun and easy activity to do with friends and family. Kids and adults both seem to enjoy doing it! Free. $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Car Show at Magnolia Springs
Saturday, Oct 5, 2024 10 AM to 2 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
See classic, vintage and antique cars during our first car show at beautiful Magnolia Springs. There will be food, fun, and entertainment for the whole family. Call us to register your vehicle. An award will be given to the top voted car. $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Films From The Archives
Saturday, Oct 5, 2024 11 AM to 11:30 AM
Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site - Warm Springs, GA
Guest with have the unique opportunity to view three short films dating from 1964 to 2004. Before each film there will be discussion on the background of the making of the each film. $7.50-$13 706-655-5870.
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Films From The Archives
Saturday, Oct 5, 2024 1 PM to 1:30 PM
Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site - Warm Springs, GA
Guest with have the unique opportunity to view three short films dating from 1964 to 2004. Before each film there will be discussion on the background of the making of the each film. $7.50-$13 706-655-5870.
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Saturday, October 12, 2024

Eye Spy - Camera Scavenger Hunt
Saturdays 8 AM - 4 PM – Oct 12, 2024 until Dec 28, 2024 
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
The scavenger hunt is a fun and easy activity to do with friends and family. Kids and adults both seem to enjoy doing it! Free. $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Basic Archery
Saturday, Oct 12, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
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. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Basic Archery
Saturday, Oct 12, 2024 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
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. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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2nd Annual Fall Car Show
Saturday, Oct 12, 2024 10 AM to 1 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Check in with the registration table at Picnic Shelter #5 when you arrive, registration is $15.00 per vehicle. The Friends of VBSP will be selling concessions and they will also have a Car Care basket raffle. Prizes for the car show will be presented at 12pm and a photographer onsite to take pictures of the vehicles in the creek ford. 15.00 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Sunday, October 13, 2024

Basic Archery
Sunday, Oct 13, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
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. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Basic Archery
Sunday, Oct 13, 2024 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
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. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Saturday, October 19, 2024

Colonial Coffee House
Saturday, Oct 19, 2024 9 AM to 11 AM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
The Coffee House is open inside the Officers' Quarters! Traditionally, the Coffee House was the seat of all great thinkers in the colonies. This special meet-and-greet with a ranger will involve sipping on 18th century style coffee by the fire and discussing history. Only $5 extra to join! $5. 912-437-4770.
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Eye Spy - Camera Scavenger Hunt
Saturdays 8 AM - 4 PM – Oct 19, 2024 until Dec 28, 2024 
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
The scavenger hunt is a fun and easy activity to do with friends and family. Kids and adults both seem to enjoy doing it! Free. $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Intro to Tree Climbing
Saturday, Oct 19, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
Join us "on rope" for an adventure exploring the canopy above. This is an introductory program to recreational tree climbing. Participants will use rope and harness to climb, swing, and scramble. Climbs start at 1 PM and 3 PM. Call Nature Center to register, space is limited to 12 climbers. Ages 8 and up. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Intro to Tree Climbing
Saturday, Oct 19, 2024 3 PM to 4 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
Join us "on rope" for an adventure exploring the canopy above. This is an introductory program to recreational tree climbing. Participants will use rope and harness to climb, swing, and scramble. Climbs start at 1 PM and 3 PM. Call Nature Center to register, space is limited to 12 climbers. Ages 8 and up. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Mysteries of the Museum "What is this artifact?"
Saturday, Oct 19, 2024 11 AM to 3 PM
Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site - Warm Springs, GA
In honor of National Archives Month, the Interpretive Ranger will demonstrate how to analyze artifacts by looking for clues to determine what the artifacts were used for and the history behind them. $7.50-$13 706-655-5870.
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A leaf change hayride through the park!
Saturday, Oct 19, 2024 10 AM to 11 AM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
We will meet at the park office and enjoy a relaxing ride around the park. You will get to see the amazing fall colors and you might even get to catch a falling leaf! $5 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Sunday, October 20, 2024

Intro to Tree Climbing
Sunday, Oct 20, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
Join us "on rope" for an adventure exploring the canopy above. This is an introductory program to recreational tree climbing. Participants will use rope and harness to climb, swing, and scramble. Climbs start at 1 PM and 3 PM. Call Nature Center to register, space is limited to 12 climbers. Ages 8 and up. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Intro to Tree Climbing
Sunday, Oct 20, 2024 3 PM to 4 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
Join us "on rope" for an adventure exploring the canopy above. This is an introductory program to recreational tree climbing. Participants will use rope and harness to climb, swing, and scramble. Climbs start at 1 PM and 3 PM. Call Nature Center to register, space is limited to 12 climbers. Ages 8 and up. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Meteor Madness: Orionids Meteor Shower Viewing
Sunday, Oct 20, 2024 8 PM to 9:30 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Come catch the Orionids Meteor shower under one of the darkest skies in the southeast. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and watch the sky above. Though a telescope is not necessary to view a meteor shower we will have one available to view other objects in the night sky. $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Thursday, October 24, 2024

Bat Week
Thursday, Oct 24, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Join the park's Naturalist to celebrate Bat Week with a presentation that will dispel myths and misconceptions about this misunderstood mammal- just in time for Halloween! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Friday, October 25, 2024

Bat Week
Friday, Oct 25, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Join the park's Naturalist to celebrate Bat Week with a presentation that will dispel myths and misconceptions about this misunderstood mammal- just in time for Halloween! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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A Spooky Evening at Victoria Bryant
Friday, Oct 25, 2024 7 PM to 9 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Come out and enjoy a spooky evening on the park! We will have a hayride, campsite decorating contest, costume contest, trick or treating, a Halloween movie, a campfire and more. Friday's program is for small kids that do not want to scared. The full spooky effect will be on Saturday night. $1 - $5 $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Saturday, October 26, 2024

Family Nature Discovery Day
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 2 PM to 4 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Come learn all about Spiders. See what webs that they build and why. Learn about how they hunt and capture their food. Bring the entire family. Wear appropriate clothing. Bring a camera for photos. Sign up today and reserve your spot. Limited to 30 participants. Spider webs not included. $5.00 per participant $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Bat Week
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Join the park's Naturalist to celebrate Bat Week with a presentation that will dispel myths and misconceptions about this misunderstood mammal- just in time for Halloween! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Halloween Festival
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 5:30 PM to 8 PM
Florence Marina State Park - Omaha, GA
Enjoy haunted hayrides, games, food, and raffle hosted by Friends of Florence Marina. $5 parking. 229-838-4244.
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Halloween Pet Costume Contest
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 6 PM to 6:15 PM
Florence Marina State Park - Omaha, GA
Join our annual pet costume contest! Prizes will be given to 1st and 2nd place, register your pet at the visitor center. Judging will be held at the camp host station. $5 parking. 229-838-4244.
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Pumpkin Decorating Contest
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 6:15 PM to 6:30 PM
Florence Marina State Park - Omaha, GA
Bring your best pumpkin to our pumpkin decorating contest! Painted and carved pumpkins will be allowed this year! Judging will be at the comfort station in the campground, trick or treaters will judge pumpkin as they pass through. 1st and 2nd place winners will be awarded prizes. $5 parking. 229-838-4244.
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Campsite Decorating Contest
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 6:45 PM to 7 PM
Florence Marina State Park - Omaha, GA
Campers, join our campsite decorating contest! Bring your best halloween decorations, prizes given to 1st and 2nd place. $5 parking. 229-838-4244.
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Tricks, Treats, and Tricorns
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 5:30 PM to 8 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Join us for our annual Halloween tradition of trick-or-treating inside the Fort's walls. This family-friendly event offers you a chance to participate in fun Halloween activities! This year, our theme is REPTILES! $3-$5. 912-437-4770.
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Eye Spy - Camera Scavenger Hunt
Saturdays 8 AM - 4 PM – Oct 26, 2024 until Dec 28, 2024 
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
The scavenger hunt is a fun and easy activity to do with friends and family. Kids and adults both seem to enjoy doing it! Free. $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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A Haunted Evening at Victoria Bryant
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 5 PM to 10 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Come & join the park staff and Friends of Victoria Bryant for a fun evening of haunted events. Activities include a haunted hayride, a movie, a campfire, campsite decorating contest, Trick or Treating and costume contest. Events kick off at 5pm. Judging for the campsite contests will be judged by you the public. $6 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Sunday, October 27, 2024

Bat Week
Sunday, Oct 27, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Join the park's Naturalist to celebrate Bat Week with a presentation that will dispel myths and misconceptions about this misunderstood mammal- just in time for Halloween! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Basic Archery
Sunday, Oct 27, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
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. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Basic Archery
Sunday, Oct 27, 2024 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
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. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Monday, October 28, 2024

Bat Week
Monday, Oct 28, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Join the park's Naturalist to celebrate Bat Week with a presentation that will dispel myths and misconceptions about this misunderstood mammal- just in time for Halloween! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Tuesday, October 29, 2024

Bat Week
Tuesday, Oct 29, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Join the park's Naturalist to celebrate Bat Week with a presentation that will dispel myths and misconceptions about this misunderstood mammal- just in time for Halloween! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Wednesday, October 30, 2024

Bat Week
Wednesday, Oct 30, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Join the park's Naturalist to celebrate Bat Week with a presentation that will dispel myths and misconceptions about this misunderstood mammal- just in time for Halloween! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Thursday, October 31, 2024

Curious Oddities - Bugs and Slugs
Thursday, Oct 31, 2024 10 AM to 12 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Join us as we look for those pesky little critters. They are so cute and cuddly. Help us look for Ooey Gooey. How many beetles can we find? Let's find Beetle Bailey!!! How many bugs can you identify? Reserve your space now... $5.00 per person $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Thursday, Oct 31, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Join the park's Naturalist to celebrate Bat Week with a presentation that will dispel myths and misconceptions about this misunderstood mammal- just in time for Halloween! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Saturday, November 2, 2024

Eye Spy - Camera Scavenger Hunt
Saturdays 8 AM - 4 PM – Nov 2, 2024 until Dec 28, 2024 
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
The scavenger hunt is a fun and easy activity to do with friends and family. Kids and adults both seem to enjoy doing it! Free. $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Saturday, November 9, 2024

Eye Spy - Camera Scavenger Hunt
Saturdays 8 AM - 4 PM – Nov 9, 2024 until Dec 28, 2024 
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
The scavenger hunt is a fun and easy activity to do with friends and family. Kids and adults both seem to enjoy doing it! Free. $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Saturday, November 16, 2024

Colonial Coffee House
Saturday, Nov 16, 2024 9 AM to 11 AM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
The Coffee House is open inside the Officers' Quarters! Traditionally, the Coffee House was the seat of all great thinkers in the colonies. This special meet-and-greet with a ranger will involve sipping on 18th century style coffee by the fire and discussing history. Only $5 extra to join! $5. 912-437-4770.
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Eye Spy - Camera Scavenger Hunt
Saturdays 8 AM - 4 PM – Nov 16, 2024 until Dec 28, 2024 
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
The scavenger hunt is a fun and easy activity to do with friends and family. Kids and adults both seem to enjoy doing it! Free. $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Fall Festival at Magnolia Springs
Saturday, Nov 16, 2024 10 AM to 2 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Enjoy fall-themed crafts, games, hayrides, archery and so much more. This family-friendly event is sure to be fun for the whole family. $4 per person $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Astronomy Night
Saturday, Nov 16, 2024 7 PM to 9 PM
Providence Canyon State Park - Lumpkin, GA
Columbus State University and the Coca-Cola Space Science Center will present an evening of star gazing and slides. Visitors may bring their own telescopes, but some will be provided. The park offers excellent sky viewing without light pollution. $5 parking. 229-838-6202.
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Unique Life of Lucy Mercer Rutherfurd
Saturday, Nov 16, 2024 11 AM to 11:30 PM
Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site - Warm Springs, GA
Unique Life of Lucy Mercer Rutherfurd Join one of our Rangers for a talk and open forum about Lucy Mercer Rutherfurd. The talk will cover several topics including her family, childhood, education, and marriage. Their will also be a detail discussion about her two visits to Warm Springs in 1944 and 1945. The presentation will include copies of letters and photos. $7.25-$13.00 706-655-5870.
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Meteor Madness: Leonids Meteor Shower Viewing
Saturday, Nov 16, 2024 8 PM to 9:30 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Come catch the Leonids Meteor shower under one of the darkest skies in the southeast. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and watch the sky above. Though a telescope is not necessary to view a meteor shower we will have one available to view other objects in the night sky. $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Saturday, November 23, 2024

Eye Spy - Camera Scavenger Hunt
Saturdays 8 AM - 4 PM – Nov 23, 2024 until Dec 28, 2024 
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
The scavenger hunt is a fun and easy activity to do with friends and family. Kids and adults both seem to enjoy doing it! Free. $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Saturday, November 30, 2024

Eye Spy - Camera Scavenger Hunt
Saturdays 8 AM - 4 PM – Nov 30, 2024 until Dec 28, 2024 
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
The scavenger hunt is a fun and easy activity to do with friends and family. Kids and adults both seem to enjoy doing it! Free. $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Christmas tree lighting at the park
Saturday, Nov 30, 2024 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Come out and join us as we light up the front pond and Christmas tree. There will be caroling, hot chocolate, cookies, and even an appearance by Santa Claus! Donations are welcome. $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Saturday, December 7, 2024

Christmas Comes to Liberty Hall
Saturday, Dec 7, 2024 1 PM to 3 PM
A.H. Stephens State Park - Crawfordville, GA
Confederate Vice President Alexander Stephens' home, Liberty Hall, will be decorated with styles of the Victorian Christmas past. Enjoy a tour of the house, create a craft, and listen to the sounds of the Victorian Era. Refreshments will be served by the Friends of A.H. Stephens State Park. $4 - $8.00 706-456-2602.
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