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Friday, December 6, 2024

Tied up in Knots
Friday, Dec 6, 2024 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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Survival Basics: Campfire Building
Friday, Dec 6, 2024 6 PM to 6:45 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Before joining us for smores and games, join us instead for flint and steel! This class will teach you the basics of fire-building and the different uses it has! $5.00 per guest $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Cozy by the Campfire
Friday, Dec 6, 2024 7 PM to 8 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. Each week holds something new! $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Campfire S’mores and Stories
Friday, Dec 6, 2024 7 PM to 8 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Roast marshmallows and swap stories with friends and family. Ask the ranger about the ghosts at the park, or simply enjoy the warmth of the fire. Blankets and chairs are not required, but suggested. Pre-register in advance by calling the park office. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Saturday, December 7, 2024

Fire-building 101
Saturday, Dec 7, 2024 5 PM to 6:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
You will learn how to build a fire from the ground up, then stick around for S'mores and campfire fun! Meet at the interpretive Center $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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CCC Smores
Saturday, Dec 7, 2024 5:15 PM to 6 PM
Fort Mountain State Park - Chatsworth, GA
Learn to build a fire and enjoy toasty smores with a ranger. Smores are provided. Optional Full Moon Hike will take place afterwards on the 15th. Begins at the Beach area at 5:15pm. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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Camping 101!
Saturday, Dec 7, 2024 2 PM to 4 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Are you interested in camping but unsure where to begin? We're here to help! Join us as we cover the fundamentals of camping, including how to build a fire, how to choose a good spot to set up your tent, and much more. Don't hesitate to call and sign up for this exciting class! $7.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Survival Shelter Building
Saturday, Dec 7, 2024 3 PM to 4 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Ohhh, the weather outside is frightful (well, soon it will be!)... But the thought of being unprepared in an emergency situation does not have to be. 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, Dec 7, 2024 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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Wednesday, December 11, 2024

Tied up in Knots
Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024 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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Compass Clarification Class
Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024 2 PM to 3 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Compass and navigational knowledge is a GREAT skill for kids to learn. 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.
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Survival Shelter Building
Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024 3 PM to 4 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Ohhh, the weather outside is frightful (well, soon it will be!)... But the thought of being unprepared in an emergency situation does not have to be. 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, Dec 11, 2024 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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Friday, December 13, 2024

Tied up in Knots
Friday, Dec 13, 2024 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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Compass Clarification Class
Friday, Dec 13, 2024 12 PM to 1 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Compass and navigational knowledge is a GREAT skill for kids to learn. 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.
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Survival Shelter Building
Friday, Dec 13, 2024 3 PM to 4 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Ohhh, the weather outside is frightful (well, soon it will be!)... But the thought of being unprepared in an emergency situation does not have to be. 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
Friday, Dec 13, 2024 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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Saturday, December 14, 2024

Camping 101!
Saturday, Dec 14, 2024 2 PM to 4 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Are you interested in camping but unsure where to begin? We're here to help! Join us as we cover the fundamentals of camping, including how to build a fire, how to choose a good spot to set up your tent, and much more. Don't hesitate to call and sign up for this exciting class! $7.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Sunday, December 15, 2024

CCC Smores
Sunday, Dec 15, 2024 5:15 PM to 6 PM
Fort Mountain State Park - Chatsworth, GA
Learn to build a fire and enjoy toasty smores with a ranger. Smores are provided. Optional Full Moon Hike will take place afterwards on the 15th. Begins at the Beach area at 5:15pm. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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Friday, December 20, 2024

Fire-building 101
Friday, Dec 20, 2024 5 PM to 6:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
You will learn how to build a fire from the ground up, then stick around for S'mores and campfire fun! Meet at the interpretive Center $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Compass Clarification Class
Friday, Dec 20, 2024 12 PM to 1 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Compass and navigational knowledge is a GREAT skill for kids to learn. 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.
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Saturday, December 21, 2024

Fire-building 101
Saturday, Dec 21, 2024 5 PM to 6:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
You will learn how to build a fire from the ground up, then stick around for S'mores and campfire fun! Meet at the interpretive Center $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Camping 101!
Saturday, Dec 21, 2024 2 PM to 4 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Are you interested in camping but unsure where to begin? We're here to help! Join us as we cover the fundamentals of camping, including how to build a fire, how to choose a good spot to set up your tent, and much more. Don't hesitate to call and sign up for this exciting class! $7.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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survival 101
Saturday, Dec 21, 2024 5 PM to 6 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Learn what to do in a survival situation and what to bring with you to help along the way. Located at the Nature Hut. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Christmas Movie
Saturday, Dec 21, 2024 6:30 PM to 8 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Join us in the office parking lot to watch a beloved Christmas favorite. Bring your chairs and blankets. Fresh popcorn will be available for purchase. $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Monday, December 23, 2024

Survival Shelter Building
Monday, Dec 23, 2024 12 PM to 1 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Ohhh, the weather outside is frightful (well, soon it will be!)... But the thought of being unprepared in an emergency situation does not have to be. 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
Monday, Dec 23, 2024 1 PM to 2 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, December 26, 2024

Tied up in Knots
Thursday, Dec 26, 2024 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, December 27, 2024

Survival Basics: Campfire Building
Friday, Dec 27, 2024 6 PM to 6:45 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Before joining us for smores and games, join us instead for flint and steel! This class will teach you the basics of fire-building and the different uses it has! $5.00 per guest $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Cozy by the Campfire
Friday, Dec 27, 2024 7 PM to 8 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. Each week holds something new! $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Compass Clarification Class
Friday, Dec 27, 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. 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.
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Survival Shelter Building
Friday, Dec 27, 2024 3 PM to 4 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Ohhh, the weather outside is frightful (well, soon it will be!)... But the thought of being unprepared in an emergency situation does not have to be. 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
Friday, Dec 27, 2024 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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Saturday, December 28, 2024

Tied up in Knots
Saturday, Dec 28, 2024 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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How To Bear Proof a Campsite Talk
Saturday, Dec 28, 2024 2 PM to 3 PM
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
Learn tips and tricks from a ranger about how to keep your campsites safe from bears or other animals. Will take place in the pavilion in the RV campground. $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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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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