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Wednesday, April 17, 2024

Intro to Using a Compass
Wednesday, Apr 17, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
A compass contains a needle that aligns with magnetic north, and includes a bezel wherein a specific bearing can be dialed in, and that can be used to get you where you want go. Now if you want to know how to put it to practical use, navigate your way to the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-4226.
Beginner's Guide to Fire Building
Wednesday, Apr 17, 2024 3 PM to 4 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Improvising a fire without the use of matches or a lighter is a great skill to have for any camping/outdoor enthusiast! Here's a bonus incentive.. you DEFINITELY don't want to be “That Guy” that can't start or maintain the fire on your camping trip! We will even demonstrate a 2,000 year old method. Come hone this life-skill with us. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.

Friday, April 19, 2024

Cozy by the Campfire
Friday, Apr 19, 2024 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Settle in for the night with some fun, games, and stories around a campfire with a ranger. Each week holds something new! $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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BINGO Game Night
Friday, Apr 19, 2024 6 PM to 7 PM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
Join us for a game of BINGO with a nature twist! Preregistration recommended to ensure enough players (7 or more total players). Meet at boathouse. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
CCC and Smores
Friday, Apr 19, 2024 6 PM to 7:30 PM
Fort Mountain State Park - Chatsworth, GA
Join us to learn to build a fire and for a talk about the CCC. Smores will be provided. For questions, please call the front office. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
Intro to Using a Compass
Friday, Apr 19, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Did you know that a compass contains a needle that aligns with magnetic north, and includes a bezel wherein a specific bearing can be dialed in, and that can be used to get you where you want go? Well that's great! Now if you want to know how to put it to practical use, navigate your way to the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
Shelter Building 101
Friday, Apr 19, 2024 3 PM to 4 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
What would YOU do if you were stranded in the woods overnight? Did you also know that there are no Walmarts OR phone charging stations in the wilderness? Come prepare for the worst with us as we discuss the different types, build one together, then compete to see who can build the best shelter! Meet at the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
Beginner's Guide to Fire Building
Friday, Apr 19, 2024 5 PM to 6 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Improvising a fire without the use of matches or a lighter is a great skill to have for any camping/outdoor enthusiast! Here's a bonus incentive... you DEFINITELY don't want to be “That Guy” that can't start or maintain the fire on your camping trip! We will even demonstrate a 2,000 year old method. Come warm up and hone this life-skill with us. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
Campfire Cookin'
Friday, Apr 19, 2024 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
Roast up some smores and weenies by the campfire! All you can eat, Meet at the Jane Hurt Yarn Interpretive Center. Please call and sign up in advance space is limited. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.

Saturday, April 20, 2024

Orienteering at Red Top
Saturday, Apr 20, 2024 2 PM to 4 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Navigating without help from The Googles is a skill most people these days do not possess. Join us as we learn basic compass and navigation skills, then put them to the test! We will meet at the Tennis Courts by the Trading Post. Course maps are available for purchase at the Trading Post and Visitors Center. Compasses will be provided. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
Beginner's Guide to Fire Building
Saturday, Apr 20, 2024 5 PM to 6 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Improvising a fire without the use of matches or a lighter is a great skill to have for any camping/outdoor enthusiast! Here's a bonus incentive... you DEFINITELY don't want to be “That Guy” that can't start or maintain the fire on your camping trip! We will even demonstrate a 2,000 year old method. Come warm up and hone this life-skill with us. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.

Wednesday, April 24, 2024

Let's Go Geocache!
Wednesday, Apr 24, 2024 11 AM to 12 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
How would you like to own one of these nifty Georgia State Parks Geo-Tour coins? Certain Cache's within the park have code words on them and when you collect enough you get this very cool coin! More info here: https://gastateparks.org/Geocaching Meet at the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center and hike a 1 mile section of Sweetgum Trail. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
Shelter Building 101
Wednesday, Apr 24, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
What would YOU do if you were stranded in the woods overnight? What if it were cold? Wet? Windy? Would you be able to stay warm and dry?.. Come prepare for the worst with us as we discuss the different types, build one together, then compete to see who can build the best shelter! Meet at the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
Orienteering at Red Top
Wednesday, Apr 24, 2024 3 PM to 5 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Navigating without help from The Googles is a skill most people these days do not possess. Join us as we learn basic compass and navigation skills, then put them to the test! We will meet at the Tennis Courts by the Trading Post. Course maps are available for purchase at the Trading Post and Visitors Center. Compasses will be provided. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.

Friday, April 26, 2024

Cozy by the Campfire
Friday, Apr 26, 2024 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Settle in for the night with some fun, games, and stories around a campfire with a ranger. Each week holds something new! $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
Accessible Event 
BINGO Game Night
Friday, Apr 26, 2024 6 PM to 7 PM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
Join us for a game of BINGO with a nature twist! Preregistration recommended to ensure enough players (7 or more total players). Meet at boathouse. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
Spring Bingo Hike
Friday, Apr 26, 2024 11 AM to 12 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Spring is finally here! Get those kids out of their current couch-hibernation state and out hiking some trails! Come see what spring has to offer at Red Top! Meet at the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center, then hike around in search of your items and compete to be the first to get BINGO! First place will get a prize! $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
Intro to Using a Compass
Friday, Apr 26, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
A compass contains a needle that aligns with magnetic north, and includes a bezel wherein a specific bearing can be dialed in, and that can be used to get you where you want go. Now if you want to know how to put it to practical use, navigate your way to the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
Red Top Survival Series
Friday, Apr 26, 2024 3 PM to 5 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us in our most comprehensive survival program this year as we Orienteer ourselves to a specific pre-determined location. Once there, we will then Build a Fire without the use of a matches, and then construct a viable Survival Shelter. This is a 2 hour program. Meet at the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.

Saturday, April 27, 2024

Orienteering at Red Top
Saturday, Apr 27, 2024 11 AM to 1 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Navigating without help from The Googles is a skill most people these days do not possess. Join us as we learn basic compass and navigation skills, then put them to the test! We will meet at the Tennis Courts by the Trading Post. Course maps are available for purchase at the Trading Post and Visitors Center. Compasses will be provided. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
Campfire and S'mores
Saturday, Apr 27, 2024 8 PM to 9 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
It’s National Tell a Story Day! Bring your best campfire story to the campground fire pit. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Friday, May 3, 2024

Let's Go Geocache!
Friday, May 3, 2024 2 PM to 3 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
How would you like to own one of these nifty Georgia State Parks Geo-Tour coins? Certain Cache's within the park have code words on them and when you collect enough you get this very cool coin! More info here: https://gastateparks.org/Geocaching Meet at the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center and hike a 1 mile section of Sweetgum Trail. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
Beginner's Guide to Fire Building
Friday, May 3, 2024 4 PM to 5 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Improvising a fire without the use of matches or a lighter is a great skill to have for any camping/outdoor enthusiast! Here's a bonus incentive... you DEFINITELY don't want to be “That Guy” that can't start or maintain the fire on your camping trip! We will even demonstrate a 2,000 year old method. Come warm up and hone this life-skill with us. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
Campfire Cookin'
Friday, May 3, 2024 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
Roast up some smores and weenies by the campfire! All you can eat, Meet at the Jane Hurt Yarn Interpretive Center. Please call and sign up in advance space is limited. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.

Saturday, May 4, 2024

Backpacking 101
Saturday, May 4, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Fort Mountain State Park - Chatsworth, GA
An in-depth introduction to backpacking with a ranger. Addressing safety, planning, gear, and more. Begins at the old fort picnic area. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
Orienteering at Red Top
Saturday, May 4, 2024 11 AM to 1 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Navigating without help from The Googles is a skill most people these days do not possess. Join us as we learn basic compass and navigation skills, then put them to the test! We will meet at the Tennis Courts by the Trading Post. Course maps are available for purchase at the Trading Post and Visitors Center. Compasses will be provided. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.

Sunday, May 5, 2024

Knot Tying for Beginners
Sunday, May 5, 2024 11 AM to 11:30 AM
Elijah Clark State Park - Lincolnton, GA
Learn to tie a few basic knots that you can utilize for camping, boating, fishing, and just securing things in general. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.

Wednesday, May 8, 2024

Spring Bingo Hike
Wednesday, May 8, 2024 11 AM to 12 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Little-known fact: Did you know that there is so much to see and experience, other than what is on your phone or TV screen?.. Ok, now, what about your kids? ;);) Come see what spring has to offer at Red Top! Meet at the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center, then hike around in search of your items, first to get BINGO will get a prize. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
Compass Clarification Class
Wednesday, May 8, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Compass and navigational knowledge is a GREAT skill for kids to learn. Why not get started now? Join us as we clarify and demystify exactly how to use a compass and learn how to put it to practical use. This program is geared towards younger children. Simply navigate your way to the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.

Friday, May 10, 2024

CCC and Smores
Friday, May 10, 2024 7 PM to 8:30 PM
Fort Mountain State Park - Chatsworth, GA
Join us to learn to build a fire and for a talk about the CCC. Smores will be provided. Begins at the beach area. For questions, please call the front office. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
Spring Scavenger Search
Friday, May 10, 2024 11 AM to 12 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Scavenging for something fun and healthy for the kids to get out and do? Spring is here so let's explore and see what we can find! Come out to Red Top for our Scavenger Hunt. All items can be found around the park this time of year. First place gets a prize! Meet at the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
Compass Clarification Class
Friday, May 10, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Compass and navigational knowledge is a GREAT skill for kids to learn. Why not get started now? Join us as we clarify and demystify exactly how to use a compass and learn how to put it to practical use. This program is geared towards younger children. Simply navigate your way to the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
Red Top Survival Series
Friday, May 10, 2024 3 PM to 5 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us in our most comprehensive survival program this year as we use a compass and coordinates to Orienteer ourselves to a specific location. Once there, we will then Build a Fire without the use of a matches, and then construct a viable Survival Shelter. Meet at the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. This is a 2 hour program. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.

Saturday, May 11, 2024

Advanced Orienteering
Saturday, May 11, 2024 11 AM to 1 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Have you spent some time in the woods with a compass and a map? Maybe you've done an orienteering program here at the park in the past. This program is for those with some experience compass orienteering that want to increase the difficulty level! This time, we have no planned course or agenda, just a map and a compass. :) Compasses provided. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.

Sunday, May 12, 2024

Knot Tying for Beginners
Sunday, May 12, 2024 11 AM to 11:30 AM
Elijah Clark State Park - Lincolnton, GA
Learn to tie a few basic knots that you can utilize for camping, boating, fishing, and just securing things in general. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.

Wednesday, May 15, 2024

Spring Scavenger Search
Wednesday, May 15, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Scavenging for something fun and healthy for the kids to get out and do? Spring is here so let's explore and see what we can find! Come out to Red Top for our Scavenger Hunt. All items can be found around the park this time of year. First place gets a prize! Meet at the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
Shelter Building 101
Wednesday, May 15, 2024 3 PM to 4 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
What would YOU do if you were stranded in the woods overnight? What if it were cold? Wet? Windy? Would you be able to stay warm and dry?.. Come prepare for the worst with us as we discuss the different types, build one together, then compete to see who can build the best shelter! Meet at the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.

Friday, May 17, 2024

Compass Clarification Class
Friday, May 17, 2024 11 AM to 12 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Compass and navigational knowledge is a GREAT skill for kids to learn. Why not get started now? Join us as we clarify and demystify exactly how to use a compass and learn how to put it to practical use. This program is geared towards younger children. Simply navigate your way to the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
Red Top Survival Series
Friday, May 17, 2024 3 PM to 5 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us in our most comprehensive survival program this year as we use a compass and coordinates to Orienteer ourselves to a specific location. Once there, we will then Build a Fire without the use of a matches, and then construct a viable Survival Shelter. Meet at the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. This is a 2 hour program. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.

Saturday, May 18, 2024

Spring Bingo Hike
Saturday, May 18, 2024 11 AM to 12 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Little-known fact: Did you know that there is so much to see and experience, other than what is on your phone or TV screen?.. Ok, now, what about your kids? ;);) Come see what spring has to offer at Red Top! Meet at the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center, then hike around in search of your items, first to get BINGO will get a prize. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
Spring Scavenger Search
Saturday, May 18, 2024 12 PM to 1 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Scavenging for something fun and healthy for the kids to get out and do? Spring is here so let's explore and see what we can find! Come out to Red Top for our Scavenger Hunt. All items can be found around the park this time of year. First place gets a prize! Meet at the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.

Sunday, May 19, 2024

Knot Tying for Beginners
Sunday, May 19, 2024 11 AM to 11:30 AM
Elijah Clark State Park - Lincolnton, GA
Learn to tie a few basic knots that you can utilize for camping, boating, fishing, and just securing things in general. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
Backpacking 101
Sunday, May 19, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Fort Mountain State Park - Chatsworth, GA
An in-depth introduction to backpacking with a ranger. Addressing safety, planning, gear, and more. Begins at the old fort picnic area. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.

Friday, May 24, 2024

CCC and Smores
Friday, May 24, 2024 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Fort Mountain State Park - Chatsworth, GA
Join us to learn to build a fire and for a talk about the CCC. Smores will be provided. Begins at the beach area. For questions, please call the front office. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.

Sunday, May 26, 2024

Knot Tying for Beginners
Sunday, May 26, 2024 11 AM to 11:30 AM
Elijah Clark State Park - Lincolnton, GA
Learn to tie a few basic knots that you can utilize for camping, boating, fishing, and just securing things in general. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.

Saturday, October 19, 2024

Fall Festival
Saturday, Oct 19, 2024 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.