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Wednesday, May 14, 2025

Map and Compass Orienteering
Wednesday, May 14, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Learning how to read a map and effectively navigate using only a compass is a GREAT skill to have. It seems like a daunting task to some, but we have the experience and know-how to get you up to speed! If this is something that you would like to know how to do, simply navigate your way to the Tennis Courts by the Trading Post. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Aspiring Archers
Wednesday, May 14, 2025 2 PM to 3:15 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Archery is a fun and exciting hobby. Whether your reason to learn is hunting, competition, looking supercool whilst shooting high-speed projectiles, or just having fun, we have the equipment and the know-how to help you out. No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. Meet at the Green Gazebo behind the Visitors Center. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Aspiring Archers
Wednesday, May 14, 2025 3:30 PM to 4:45 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Archery is a fun and exciting hobby. Whether your reason to learn is hunting, competition, looking supercool whilst shooting high-speed projectiles, or just having fun, we have the equipment and the know-how to help you out. No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. Meet at the Green Gazebo behind the Visitors Center. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Friday, May 16, 2025

Tied Up in Knots
Friday, May 16, 2025 1 PM to 1:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Learn some of the most useful knots to use around your campsite during this short, hands-on program. All ages welcome. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Map and Compass Orienteering
Friday, May 16, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Learning how to read a map and effectively navigate using only a compass is a GREAT skill to have. It seems like a daunting task to some, but we have the experience and know-how to get you up to speed! If this is something that you would like to know how to do, simply navigate your way to the Tennis Courts by the Trading Post. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Aspiring Archers
Friday, May 16, 2025 2 PM to 3:15 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Archery is a fun and exciting hobby. Whether your reason to learn is hunting, competition, looking supercool whilst shooting high-speed projectiles, or just having fun, we have the equipment and the know-how to help you out. No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. Meet at the Green Gazebo behind the Visitors Center. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Aspiring Archers
Friday, May 16, 2025 3:30 PM to 4:45 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Archery is a fun and exciting hobby. Whether your reason to learn is hunting, competition, looking supercool whilst shooting high-speed projectiles, or just having fun, we have the equipment and the know-how to help you out. No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. Meet at the Green Gazebo behind the Visitors Center. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Saturday, May 17, 2025

Emergency Shelter Building
Saturday, May 17, 2025 11 AM to 12 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Weather, available materials, supplies on-hand, terrain, and more, all factor in to the type of shelter you can and should build in an emergency. Come prepare for the worst as we discuss and build different shelter types together. Meet at the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Survival Fire Building
Saturday, May 17, 2025 12 PM to 1 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
You've seen every season of "Alone"? Wonderful! But do you have the skills to effectively build and maintain a fire without the use of lighter or matches? Knowing how to construct a viable fire is probably the most essential survival skill. Come get properly educated. Meet at the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Cast-Iron Pizza Making
Saturday, May 17, 2025 3 PM to 4:30 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
The dutch oven is an extremely versatile piece of cookware. It can be used for sweet or savory dishes, quick cooking meals or all day stews. This time, join us as we cook PIZZA, in pairs, by the lake! Bring a friend or make a new one! We will also educate you how to use, maintain, and clean your cast-iron. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Tuesday, May 20, 2025

Tied Up in Knots
Tuesday, May 20, 2025 1 PM to 1:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Learn some of the most useful knots to use around your campsite during this short, hands-on program. All ages welcome. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Wednesday, May 21, 2025

Tied Up in Knots
Wednesday, May 21, 2025 1 PM to 1:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Learn some of the most useful knots to use around your campsite during this short, hands-on program. All ages welcome. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Map and Compass Orienteering
Wednesday, May 21, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Learning how to read a map and effectively navigate using only a compass is a GREAT skill to have. It seems like a daunting task to some, but we have the experience and know-how to get you up to speed! If this is something that you would like to know how to do, simply navigate your way to the Tennis Courts by the Trading Post. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Aspiring Archers
Wednesday, May 21, 2025 2 PM to 3:15 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Archery is a fun and exciting hobby. Whether your reason to learn is hunting, competition, looking supercool whilst shooting high-speed projectiles, or just having fun, we have the equipment and the know-how to help you out. No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. Meet at the Green Gazebo behind the Visitors Center. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Aspiring Archers
Wednesday, May 21, 2025 3:30 PM to 4:45 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Archery is a fun and exciting hobby. Whether your reason to learn is hunting, competition, looking supercool whilst shooting high-speed projectiles, or just having fun, we have the equipment and the know-how to help you out. No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. Meet at the Green Gazebo behind the Visitors Center. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Friday, May 23, 2025

Cozy by the Campfire
Friday, May 23, 2025 8 PM to 10 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Settle in for the night with some fun, games, and s'mores around a campfire with a ranger! $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Memorial Day Weekend Campfire and Smores
Friday, May 23, 2025 5:30 PM to 7 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Join us at shelter 4 between 5:30 and 7 to kick off the Memorial Day weekend with a campfire and smores. $3 per person, register by May 16, 2025 so we can have adequate supplies. $5 parking. 478-763-2759.
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Aspiring Archers
Friday, May 23, 2025 10 AM to 11:15 AM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Archery is a fun and exciting hobby. Whether your reason to learn is hunting, competition, looking supercool whilst shooting high-speed projectiles, or just having fun, we have the equipment and the know-how to help you out. No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. Meet at the Green Gazebo behind the Visitors Center. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Aspiring Archers
Friday, May 23, 2025 11:30 AM to 12:45 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Archery is a fun and exciting hobby. Whether your reason to learn is hunting, competition, looking supercool whilst shooting high-speed projectiles, or just having fun, we have the equipment and the know-how to help you out. No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. Meet at the Green Gazebo behind the Visitors Center. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Map and Compass Orienteering
Friday, May 23, 2025 3 PM to 5 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Learning how to read a map and effectively navigate using only a compass is a GREAT skill to have. It seems like a daunting task to some, but we have the experience and know-how to get you up to speed! If this is something that you would like to know how to do, simply navigate your way to the Tennis Courts by the Trading Post. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Saturday, May 24, 2025

Pollinators of Georgia Campfire Program
Saturday, May 24, 2025 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
Ever wondered how bees communicate, or how many plants rely on pollinators? Come find out at the Pollinators of GA Campfire Program! Listen to a Native American story about how the bee got its stinger and play educational games with our naturalist. For overnight guests in the pavilion in the RV campground. $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Aspiring Archers
Saturday, May 24, 2025 10 AM to 11:15 AM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Archery is a fun and exciting hobby. Whether your reason to learn is hunting, competition, looking supercool whilst shooting high-speed projectiles, or just having fun, we have the equipment and the know-how to help you out. No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. Meet at the Green Gazebo behind the Visitors Center. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Aspiring Archers
Saturday, May 24, 2025 11:30 AM to 12:45 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Archery is a fun and exciting hobby. Whether your reason to learn is hunting, competition, looking supercool whilst shooting high-speed projectiles, or just having fun, we have the equipment and the know-how to help you out. No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. Meet at the Green Gazebo behind the Visitors Center. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Saturday Cycle on Iron Hill
Saturday, May 24, 2025 3 PM to 4:30 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us for a relaxing ride on Iron Hill trail. See beautiful lake views, the old iron mines, as well as parts of the park you might not trek out to see otherwise. Great for campers and kids! Meet in the Iron Hill parking lot. Helmets strongly urged for everyone, and are required for those 16 and under. $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Sunday, May 25, 2025

Campers Only Field Games
Sunday, May 25, 2025 7 PM to 9 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Campers are invited to stop by for some good old fashioned fun. We'll have several field games to choose from for a little friendly competition. Inquire in the Park Office for more information. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Wednesday, May 28, 2025

Map and Compass Orienteering
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Learning how to read a map and effectively navigate using only a compass is a GREAT skill to have. It seems like a daunting task to some, but we have the experience and know-how to get you up to speed! If this is something that you would like to know how to do, simply navigate your way to the Tennis Courts by the Trading Post. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Emergency Shelter Building
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 3 PM to 4 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Weather, available materials, supplies on-hand, terrain, and more, all factor in to the type of shelter you can and should build in an emergency. Come prepare for the worst as we discuss and build different shelter types together. Meet at the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Survival Fire Building
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 4 PM to 5 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
You've seen every season of "Alone"? Wonderful! But do you have the skills to effectively build and maintain a fire without the use of lighter or matches? Knowing how to construct a viable fire is probably the most essential survival skill. Come get properly educated. Meet at the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Thursday, May 29, 2025

Tied Up in Knots
Thursday, May 29, 2025 1 PM to 1:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Learn some of the most useful knots to use around your campsite during this short, hands-on program. All ages welcome. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Friday, May 30, 2025

Campfire and S'mores
Friday, May 30, 2025 5:30 PM to 7 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Join us at shelter 4 between 5:30 and 7 and for campfire and smores. $3 per person, register by May 23, 2025 so we can have adequate supplies. $5 parking. 478-763-2759.
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Aspiring Archers
Friday, May 30, 2025 10 AM to 11:15 AM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Archery is a fun and exciting hobby. Whether your reason to learn is hunting, competition, looking supercool whilst shooting high-speed projectiles, or just having fun, we have the equipment and the know-how to help you out. No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. Meet at the Green Gazebo behind the Visitors Center. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Aspiring Archers
Friday, May 30, 2025 11:30 AM to 12:45 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Archery is a fun and exciting hobby. Whether your reason to learn is hunting, competition, looking supercool whilst shooting high-speed projectiles, or just having fun, we have the equipment and the know-how to help you out. No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. Meet at the Green Gazebo behind the Visitors Center. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Map and Compass Orienteering
Friday, May 30, 2025 3 PM to 5 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Learning how to read a map and effectively navigate using only a compass is a GREAT skill to have. It seems like a daunting task to some, but we have the experience and know-how to get you up to speed! If this is something that you would like to know how to do, simply navigate your way to the Tennis Courts by the Trading Post. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Saturday, May 31, 2025

Emergency Shelter Building
Saturday, May 31, 2025 11 AM to 12 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Weather, available materials, supplies on-hand, terrain, and more, all factor in to the type of shelter you can and should build in an emergency. Come prepare for the worst as we discuss and build different shelter types together. Meet at the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Survival Fire Building
Saturday, May 31, 2025 12 PM to 1 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
You've seen every season of "Alone"? Wonderful! But do you have the skills to effectively build and maintain a fire without the use of lighter or matches? Knowing how to construct a viable fire is probably the most essential survival skill. Come get properly educated. Meet at the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Cast-Iron Pizza Making
Saturday, May 31, 2025 3 PM to 4:30 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
The dutch oven is an extremely versatile piece of cookware. It can be used for sweet or savory dishes, quick cooking meals or all day stews. This time, join us as we cook PIZZA, in pairs, by the lake! Bring a friend or make a new one! We will also educate you how to use, maintain, and clean your cast-iron. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Cast-Iron Pizza Making
Saturday, May 31, 2025 3 PM to 4:30 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
The dutch oven is an extremely versatile piece of cookware. It can be used for sweet or savory dishes, quick cooking meals or all day stews. This time, join us as we cook PIZZA, in pairs, by the lake! Bring a friend or make a new one! We will also educate you how to use, maintain, and clean your cast-iron. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Friday, June 6, 2025

Tied Up in Knots
Friday, Jun 6, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Learn some of the most useful knots to use around your campsite during this short, hands-on program. All ages welcome. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Saturday, June 7, 2025

Fish of Georgia Campfire Program
Saturday, Jun 7, 2025 7 PM to 8 PM
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
Ever wondered how you can age a fish, or what the state record is for the biggest fish caught in Georgia? Come find out at the Fish of GA Campfire Program! Listen to a Native American story about the giant fish Dakwa, and play educational games with our naturalist. For overnight guests in the pavilion in the RV campground. $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Hammock Camping 101
Saturday, Jun 7, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Ever wanted to hammock camp, but aren't quite sure what to do? Or maybe you have hammock camped before and just want a refresher. Join a ranger to learn the basics of camping, what to look for in a campsite, and most importantly, how to set up your hammock safely. Ages 10+. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Tuesday, June 10, 2025

Kayaking from the Campgrounds
Tuesday, Jun 10, 2025 2 PM to 4 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
This kayaking program is exclusive to folks staying in the camp grounds. Are you needing to kill some time before check in? Sign up for our kayaking program, which will depart from our campgrounds onto the reservoir, all equipment provided. 30 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Wednesday, June 11, 2025

Kayaking from the Campgrounds
Wednesday, Jun 11, 2025 2 PM to 4 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
This kayaking program is exclusive to folks staying in the camp grounds. Are you needing to kill some time before check in? Sign up for our kayaking program, which will depart from our campgrounds onto the reservoir, all equipment provided. 30 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Wednesday, June 18, 2025

Junior Ranger Camp #1
Wednesday, Jun 18, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Laura S. Walker State Park - Waycross, GA
Join us for three fun filled days of adventure and outdoor skills! We will be offering shelter building, campfire making, fishing, Archery and much more! Ages 8-12. Please call our Visitor Center to reserve your spot. Space is limited. All participants will need their own bag lunches and water. These skills will last a lifetime! See you there! $125 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Thursday, June 19, 2025

Junior Ranger Camp #1
Thursday, Jun 19, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Laura S. Walker State Park - Waycross, GA
Join us for three fun filled days of adventure and outdoor skills! We will be offering shelter building, campfire making, fishing, Archery and much more! Ages 8-12. Please call our Visitor Center to reserve your spot. Space is limited. All participants will need their own bag lunches and water. These skills will last a lifetime! See you there! $125 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Friday, June 20, 2025

Junior Ranger Camp #1
Friday, Jun 20, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Laura S. Walker State Park - Waycross, GA
Join us for three fun filled days of adventure and outdoor skills! We will be offering shelter building, campfire making, fishing, Archery and much more! Ages 8-12. Please call our Visitor Center to reserve your spot. Space is limited. All participants will need their own bag lunches and water. These skills will last a lifetime! See you there! $125 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Saturday, June 21, 2025

Summer Word Search
Saturday, Jun 21, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Pick up a summer crossword puzzle from the office. Turn in completed by 3:00 PM for a prize! $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Wednesday, June 25, 2025

Tied Up in Knots
Wednesday, Jun 25, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Learn some of the most useful knots to use around your campsite during this short, hands-on program. All ages welcome. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Friday, June 27, 2025

Fish of Georgia Campfire Program
Friday, Jun 27, 2025 7 PM to 8 PM
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
Ever wondered how you can age a fish, or what the state record is for the biggest fish caught in Georgia? Come find out at the Fish of GA Campfire Program! Listen to a Native American story about the giant fish Dakwa, and play educational games with our naturalist. For overnight guests in the pavilion in the RV campground. $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Saturday, July 19, 2025

Hammock Camping 101
Saturday, Jul 19, 2025 11 AM to 12 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Ever wanted to hammock camp, but aren't quite sure what to do? Or maybe you have hammock camped before and just want a refresher. Join a ranger to learn the basics of camping, what to look for in a campsite, and most importantly, how to set up your hammock safely. Ages 10+. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Saturday, October 18, 2025

Fall Festival
Saturday, Oct 18, 2025 6 PM to 9 PM
Hamburg State Park - Mitchell, GA
Fall Festival at Hamburg State Park. We will offer wagon rides through the campground that will stop along the way for trick and treats! We will also be playing a fall themed movie. There will be games and a costume contest for our guests! For those camping with us, we will host a site decoration contest! and concessions will be available. $2-$8 plus $5 parking. 478-552-2393.
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