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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

Compass Clarification Class
Wednesday, Jun 11, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Knowing how to use a compass is a GREAT skill for your child to possess. Get them started early, learning valuable life skills. If you want your child to learn something new, simply navigate your way to the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. This program is geared towards younger children. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Survival Shelter Building
Wednesday, Jun 11, 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 a survival situation. 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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Emergency Fire Building
Wednesday, Jun 11, 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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Map and Compass Orienteering
Wednesday, Jun 11, 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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Map and Compass Orienteering
Wednesday, Jun 11, 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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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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Friday, June 13, 2025

Map and Compass Orienteering
Friday, Jun 13, 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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Map and Compass Orienteering
Friday, Jun 13, 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, Jun 13, 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, looking supercool whilst shooting high-speed projectiles, or just having fun, we have the equipment and the know-how to help you out. This program is great for children and adults! No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Aspiring Archers
Friday, Jun 13, 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, looking supercool whilst shooting high-speed projectiles, or just having fun, we have the equipment and the know-how to help you out. This program is great for children and adults! No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Saturday, June 14, 2025

Aspiring Archers
Saturday, Jun 14, 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, looking supercool whilst shooting high-speed projectiles, or just having fun, we have the equipment and the know-how to help you out. This program is great for children and adults! No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Aspiring Archers
Saturday, Jun 14, 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, looking supercool whilst shooting high-speed projectiles, or just having fun, we have the equipment and the know-how to help you out. This program is great for children and adults! No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Cast-Iron Pizza Program
Saturday, Jun 14, 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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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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Aspiring Archers
Thursday, Jun 19, 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, looking supercool whilst shooting high-speed projectiles, or just having fun, we have the equipment and the know-how to help you out. This program is great for children and adults! No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Aspiring Archers
Thursday, Jun 19, 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, looking supercool whilst shooting high-speed projectiles, or just having fun, we have the equipment and the know-how to help you out. This program is great for children and adults! No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Map and Compass Orienteering
Thursday, Jun 19, 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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Map and Compass Orienteering
Thursday, Jun 19, 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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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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Compass Clarification Class
Friday, Jun 20, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Knowing how to use a compass is a GREAT skill for your child to possess. Get them started early, learning valuable life skills. If you want your child to learn something new, simply navigate your way to the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. This program is geared towards younger children. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Survival Shelter Building
Friday, Jun 20, 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 a survival situation. 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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Emergency Fire Building
Friday, Jun 20, 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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Map and Compass Orienteering
Friday, Jun 20, 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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Map and Compass Orienteering
Friday, Jun 20, 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, June 21, 2025

Map and Compass Orienteering
Saturday, Jun 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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Map and Compass Orienteering
Saturday, Jun 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
Saturday, Jun 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, looking supercool whilst shooting high-speed projectiles, or just having fun, we have the equipment and the know-how to help you out. This program is great for children and adults! No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Aspiring Archers
Saturday, Jun 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, looking supercool whilst shooting high-speed projectiles, or just having fun, we have the equipment and the know-how to help you out. This program is great for children and adults! No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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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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Compass Clarification Class
Wednesday, Jun 25, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Knowing how to use a compass is a GREAT skill for your child to possess. Get them started early, learning valuable life skills. If you want your child to learn something new, simply navigate your way to the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. This program is geared towards younger children. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Survival Shelter Building
Wednesday, Jun 25, 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 a survival situation. 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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Emergency Fire Building
Wednesday, Jun 25, 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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Map and Compass Orienteering
Wednesday, Jun 25, 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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Map and Compass Orienteering
Wednesday, Jun 25, 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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Friday, June 27, 2025

Fish of Georgia Campfire Program
Friday, Jun 27, 2025 6:30 PM to 7:30 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 story 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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Map and Compass Orienteering
Friday, Jun 27, 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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Map and Compass Orienteering
Friday, Jun 27, 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, Jun 27, 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, looking supercool whilst shooting high-speed projectiles, or just having fun, we have the equipment and the know-how to help you out. This program is great for children and adults! No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Aspiring Archers
Friday, Jun 27, 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, looking supercool whilst shooting high-speed projectiles, or just having fun, we have the equipment and the know-how to help you out. This program is great for children and adults! No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Saturday, June 28, 2025

Hammock Camping 101
Saturday, Jun 28, 2025 12 PM to 1 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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Aspiring Archers
Saturday, Jun 28, 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, looking supercool whilst shooting high-speed projectiles, or just having fun, we have the equipment and the know-how to help you out. This program is great for children and adults! No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Aspiring Archers
Saturday, Jun 28, 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, looking supercool whilst shooting high-speed projectiles, or just having fun, we have the equipment and the know-how to help you out. This program is great for children and adults! No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Cast-Iron Pizza Program
Saturday, Jun 28, 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, July 4, 2025

Campsite Patriotic Decor Contest!
Friday, Jul 4, 2025 9 AM to 4 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Show your patriotism for our country by going all out in decorating your campsite. Winning campsite gets a prize! $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Saturday, July 5, 2025

Campers ONLY Field Day
Saturday, Jul 5, 2025 11 AM to 1 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Campers come join us for some 4th of July fun! There will be relay races and water games! $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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GLOW HIKE!
Saturday, Jul 5, 2025 9 PM to 11 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Light up the night with our Naturalist on a glow hike along the riverside trail and enjoy the sounds of night life. Wear your light-up shoes, glow in the dark clothing and glow sticks! *Glow sticks will be provided $8 Adult / $5 Child $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Saturday, July 12, 2025

Popsicle Pick Up
Saturday, Jul 12, 2025 2 PM to 5 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Cool off with a popsicle at the pool! $1 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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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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