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Red Top Mountain State Park


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.

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.

Saturday, May 4, 2024

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.

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

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.

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.