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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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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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Come join us as we construct a shelter to keep you safe and dry in case you have to stay in the woods overnight! Meet at Visitor office. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Join Jack Hill State Park for our Paper Roll Painting program! Our naturalist will guide visitors through a simple and fun craft that you can bring home to the whole family. We will be using cardboard paper rolls to create beautiful works of art. Paint flowers, trees, stars, and anything else you put your mind to! $5 plus $5 parking. 912-557-7744.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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come look around our Nature Hut and see our really cool snakes. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Join us for a fun family movie night. Located behind the Nature Hut. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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come look around our Nature Hut and see our really cool snakes. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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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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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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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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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, Sep 27, 2024 2 PM to 3 PM
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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‘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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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come look around our Nature Hut and see our really cool snakes. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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bring your golf cart or a blanket and watch a movie beside the tennis court. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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come look around our Nature Hut and see our really cool snakes. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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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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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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Curious about some of our sites favorite creepy crawlies? Come meet some of our favorite snakes and turtles. This is a hands on learning experience. Indoors, all ages. $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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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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Hey homeschool families! We're going to be exploring the wonderful world of creepy crawlies. Isopods, spiders and more will be observed during this environmental focused workshop. Learn about the wonderful world of decomposers. Indoors, all ages. 5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Get your kids out of the house for a little adventure and fun learning this Fall!!! This 1day camp is geared toward ages 8-14. Bring your own lunch. It includes outdoor recreational and educational opportunities such as: Hiking, Archery, Survival Skills, Arts and Crafts.To register call 706-456-2602 $25, $20 for each additional child per family $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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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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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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Join us at the Interpretive Center for fun Halloween crafts! We have plenty to choose from. Pre-register at the Visitor Center prior to the craft. We hope to see you there! $5 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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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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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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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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Decorate you're own mini pumpkin for the holiday. We'll be serving up hot apple cider while you paint and enjoy the day. Suitable for all ages. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Hi friends! This kayaking programming will be ranger led after dark. Its an experience unlike any other. Please bring water, appropriate clothes for the weather and a dry bag is recommended. Kayak, paddle, and PFDS are provided. Suitable for ages 16+. Preregistration required by 5pm day of. $50 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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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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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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Come join our Naturalist at the Interpretive Center for a informative talk about turtles. Find out what role they play in their natural habitat. Meet our turtles Clover, Quincy, Augustine and Taylor. They are sure to put a smile on your face. Pre-register at the Visitor Center prior to the event. $5 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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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. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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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. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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Join a ranger and work with others to learn how to build a campfire without any matches and the basics of fire safety. Celebrate what you accomplished with s'mores at the end! Meet at the Nature Center. Pre-Registration is required, for this event. Call the Park Office to register. Ages 8+ $5 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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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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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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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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Gather around the campfire with your friends and family as we tell spooky Halloween stories in the night. Come roast a marshmallow, play some games, and give us an ear. You'll have a blast! $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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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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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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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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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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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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Bat Week
Thursday, Oct 24, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
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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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Bat Week
Friday, Oct 25, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
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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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Curious about some of our sites favorite creepy crawlies? Come meet some of our favorite snakes and turtles. This is a hands on learning experience. Indoors, all ages. $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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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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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
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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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Enjoy haunted hayrides, games, food, and raffle hosted by Friends of Florence Marina. $5 parking. 229-838-4244.
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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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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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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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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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Come one come all to the Haunting of Savage Island campground event! Campers can participate in trunk-or-treating in fun costumes, a campsite decoration contest, and finally a costume contest. The judging for each contest will take place at the picnic shelter in the campground at 7:30 pm. $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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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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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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Bat Week
Sunday, Oct 27, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
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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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Calling all Ghouls and Spooks to come to our Spooktacular Movie Night! Bring a blanket and snuggle up as we watch a great Halloween movie together. $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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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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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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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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Bat Week
Monday, Oct 28, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
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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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Bat Week
Tuesday, Oct 29, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
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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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Bat Week
Wednesday, Oct 30, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
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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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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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Bat Week
Thursday, Oct 31, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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The friends of Hamburg will host an evening with Santa Claus at the Hamburg Mill! The evening will include a holiday craft, refreshments and pictures with Santa. This event is complimentary. A $5.00 fee per vehicle is required to park. $5 parking. 478-552-2393.
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Come and celebrate the Season, make crafts, enjoy Christmas music, have a snack and go on a hay ride here at the park. $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Join us for an evening full of Christmas cheer! Bring the little ones out to see Santa and have their picture taken, a fun Christmas craft, sweet treats and hot chocolate, Christmas lights, campsite decorating contest, campfire, a Christmas movie and Christmas light hayride around the park! We will meet at the Visitor's center. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Come catch the Geminids 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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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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Join us at sunset to hunt candy canes, afterwards enjoy a holiday movie, s'mores, and hot chocolate. Please call the office to sign up. Meet at the picnic shelter in the Day Use Area. $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Come out and enjoy a hayride with Santa! There will be caroling, a Christmas movie, concessions and campfire. $4 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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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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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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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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Come get started with your New Year’s resolutions; by joining us on a pet-friendly ranger-led hike. On the hike we will explore the history of the Civilian Conservation Corps and Alexander H. Stephens. We will meet at Lake Liberty, which is located in front of our park office. Bring water and wear sturdy shoes. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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Meet at Lake Liberty for fishing 101 with the McDuffie Environmental Education Center (MEEC) Equipment and supplies on site!!! $5 plus $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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Kids 15 and younger can try to win prizes for largest fish or youngest angler, as well as a door prize. Register between 7:30 - 8:00 a.m. at the main office and enjoy some great fishing in Lake Liberty. The tournament will start at 8am and end at 12:00pm $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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This tournament will be held at Lake Liberty. Anglers 55 years and older can try to win prizes in several categories, as well as win a door prize. Register between 7:30 - 8:00a.m. at the main office and enjoy some great fishing. The tournament will start at 8am and end at 12:00pm. $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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Events will begin with our 10:00 a.m. bicycle and golf cart parade around our RV campground. Old-time games will start in the field behind the office, at 11 a.m. include musical chairs, water relay, water balloon toss, and more. ( Family vs Family competition.) We may need to limit the number of participants. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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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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