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Come look at the unbe-leaf-ably beautiful changing leaves! Meet at the Overlook Trail for a short hike to learn about why trees shed their leaves, as well as some tree ID. Then, you will participate in a leaf tracing activity to create a lovely fall memory to keep, before hiking back. Friendly for all ages, register at the visitor center. $3 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Young children will enjoy getting out for this hour of interactive reading. Listen to nature stories perfect for children with a love of the outdoors. Meet in the Interpretive Center. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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These 2 - 2.5 hour long Ranger-led programs will take you crawling in the mud, scrambling over rocks, encountering strange creatures and (possibly) wading through a subterranean stream as you explore the fascinating world underground. $45 per person $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Bat Week
Wednesday, Oct 29, 2025 10 AM to 11 PM
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Join us as we celebrate International Bat Week during the last week of October. Stay around after the 2pm programs on the 25th, 26th and 29th to make a bat decoration that you can take home with you! There is a $5.00 fee for the craft segment of the program $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Bat Week
Wednesday, Oct 29, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
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Join us as we celebrate International Bat Week during the last week of October. Stay around after the 2pm programs on the 25th, 26th and 29th to make a bat decoration that you can take home with you! There is a $5.00 fee for the craft segment of the program $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Join us as we explore the Japanese art of Haiku! We will discuss its benefits and learn how to practice mindfulness in our everyday lives. Additionally, we will cover the proper way to write a Haiku. If you have any questions, please call us at the Visitor Center or email us at redtopprogram@gmail.com. Free plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Come see what nature has to offer at Red Top as we walk the Sweetgum trail in search of items on our Scavenger Hunt. Start the day off right with a hike! All items can be found at Red Top this time of the year. .75 mile hike on Sweetgum Trail, easy difficulty. $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Knowing how to use a compass and a map is a GREAT skill for anyone to possess. Get started early (or late!) learning valuable life skills. If this is something you would liketo know how to do, simply navigate your way to the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center! $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Knowing how to construct and maintain a viable fire is probably the most essential survival skill. Uses include; cooking, safety, signaling, and not becoming a human popsicle. Don't get left out in the cold.. Come get properly educated! Meet at the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Looking to get into the sport of fishing and don't know where to begin? Then look no further! Because we at Red Top Mountain are proud to present a beginners course into this time honored tradition. We will discuss everything from equipment, bait, and where to find fish. So if you're interested in learning how to fish, Then call now! $10.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Knowing how to read a map and effectively navigate using only a compass is a great skill to have. Start preparing for an emergency BEFORE it happens. 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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Make a bat garland to hang in your belfry or home, and learn more about bats and their contributions to our ecosystem. Meet in the Interpretive Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Join us for a spooky movie in the museum and mask making. Popcorn will be available. Must preregister by 5 pm day of. Call 770 732 2613 $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Bat Week
Thursday, Oct 30, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
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Join us as we celebrate International Bat Week during the last week of October. Stay around after the 2pm programs on the 25th, 26th and 29th to make a bat decoration that you can take home with you! There is a $5.00 fee for the craft segment of the program $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Celebrate the fall season at Jack Hill State Park this October with some pumpkin carving. We'll supply the basic tools and stencils, all you have to do is get creative! Bring your own pumpkin or use one of ours during this holiday event. Please pre-register for this event up to 5 days in advance by calling or visiting the front office. 912-557-7744 $5-$15 plus $5 parking. 912-557-7744.
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Ever wonder how Bats and Cats got connected with Halloween? Learn this and more fun facts as we explore Bats and Cats. Focus will be on Bobcats and Bats; how both survive, what they eat, where they live and their adaptations. We will even make a bat kite.
It's not witches hats but students will learn of the different hats of a Park Rangers job. $6 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Come by the Interpretive Center to learn all about one of our ambassador rat snakes. You will have the opportunity to meet and touch the snake while you learn about its behavior, habitat, and more! $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Step into a storybook adventure this Halloween at Amicalola Falls State Park! Join us for a magical Trick-or-Treat Trail where your favorite storybook characters come to life! Collect candy, stay for spooky campfire stories, and meet fairytale friends at every turn. Costumes encouraged; all ages welcome! Find us at the Lodge Loop trailhead! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Kick back in the Mellinger center with festive crafts for spooky season. Acorn hair clips, glow stick witches brooms, and pine cone bats! Use them as decorations, give them out, or make them at your own parties! $5 plus $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Bat Week
Friday, Oct 31, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
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Join us as we celebrate International Bat Week during the last week of October. Stay around after the 2pm programs on the 25th, 26th and 29th to make a bat decoration that you can take home with you! There is a $5.00 fee for the craft segment of the program $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Embrace your inner curiosity and see a variety of bugs that call Georgia home on a fun 1-mile hike $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Learn about the practice of eating insects historically and in different cultures, and those that are brave enough can try eating some themselves! $5 plus $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Scorpions, owls, and bats, oh my! Attend this evening hike to learn about the nocturnal animals of Crooked River State Park. $5 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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For overnight guests looking to have a sweet Halloween, you are invited to participate in Trick or Treating in the RV Campground and Cottage loops. Set up outside of your campsite/cabin to hand out prepackaged candy/goods; children must be accompanied by an adult. Happy Halloween! $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Stop by for a spooky surprise at the visitor center! $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Join us for a night tour of the Elijah Clark homestead guided by lantern light. This tour will be a mixture of historical and haunted tales of the area. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Finger painting can be messy, but it is always fun! Join a ranger
for a simple, autumn-themed finger painting class. All ages
welcome. Begins at Shelter 5 at 2:00 PM. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Come camp with us on the spookiest of nights! Kids will collect candy from RV to RV. Campers are encouraged to decorate their sites and compete for the prize of most festive set up. Tour around the park on our decorated conestoga wagon. At night, play put putt on our glow in the dark mini golf. Wagon Rides $3 per person, Glow Mini Golf: $5 per person, cash only $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Come and enjoy our spooky miniature golf course, once again, in a different light — meaning at night. The park will be keeping the mini-golf course open late and provide glow-in-the-dark accessories; the course itself will have markers to assist players in navigating each hole. Wear clothing for the weather. Bring cash, flashlight and water. $5 cash only $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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The Skeleton Family loves to visit High Falls State Park this time of year! Come to the Park Office to receive clues about where they like to hang out and then see how many you can spot and pose with for a picture! Return to the Park Office to pick out a prize. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Park Staff will judge campsites decorated for Halloween and award prizes! $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Join us for a fun evening of S'mores, hot chocolate and popcorn while hearing ghost stories around a campfire! There will also be a craft for the children. Wear your costume! Treats will be given to the kids. We will see you there! $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Get ready to boogie with animal adaptations, groove with the ghouls of the forest, and party with the creepy creatures. There will be a take home art project, costumes are welcome! $5 plus $5 parking. 229-838-6202.
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Start your day off right with a hike at Red Top! We will be taking our oh-so spooky Scavenger Hunt sheets around the trails in search of items to cross off. Snakes, Spiders, and Creepy Crawlies are among the few creatures that frequent the park. What else can you find?... $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Join us for a Halloween-themed Archery program. There have been reports of Zombies on the Archery Range... Eliminate them before they eat your brains. Shoot 3 in the head within your hour, and you're a champion of the apocalypse. Also, I'll let you come back next time, free of charge!
No actual Zombies will be harmed during this program. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Join us for a Halloween-themed Archery program. There have been reports of Zombies on the Archery Range... Eliminate them before they eat your brains. Shoot 3 in the head within your hour, and you're a champion of the apocalypse. Also, I'll let you come back next time, free of charge!
No actual Zombies will be harmed during this program. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Join us in celebrating the spooky season with some wonderful arts and crafts! We'll create fun and exciting spooky crafts that you can take home. Stop by and join the rangers at Red Top to make some awesome creepy creations! $8.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Join us for a Halloween-themed Archery program. There have been reports of Zombies on the Archery Range... Eliminate them before they eat your brains. Shoot 3 in the head within your hour, and you're a champion of the apocalypse. Also, I'll let you come back next time, free of charge!
No actual Zombies will be harmed during this program. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Join the rangers at Red Top Mountain for a cozy evening around the fire as we read classic Halloween tales that have entertained kids for decades. Enjoy some delicious s'mores while you listen! Everyone, both kids and adults, is encouraged to wear their favorite costumes. Come join us for a fun-filled, kid-friendly Halloween celebration! Free plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Campers are invited to adorn their campsites with family-friendly, earth-friendly decor. Judging begins at 5 pm and ends by 7 pm. Winners will receive a prize. Visitors not registered as campers are welcome to tour the campgrounds during this time. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Enjoy the beauty of the Okefenokee swamp at sunset.
Take a relaxing and immersive evening tour into the swamp. Watch as the suns colors put on a show over our dark waters. $25-35 plus $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Trick or Treat Sweetwater Creek's Visitor Center. We'll have a set of riddles for Halloween, yard games and of course candy for trick or treaters of all ages. For a $2 get a set of 3 polaroid photos in our photo booth. $0-$2 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Deep dive into October's more recent birth stone addition Tourmaline as we see examples, utilize microscopes, and get hands on in our geology lab. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Come out and decorate your vehicle for Halloween and hand out candy to Boys and Ghouls as they walk from car to car. There will be hayrides and other activities as well! Prizes will be awarded to best costumes, best pet costume, and best vehicle decoration. If you decorate your vehicle and hand out candy the parking fee will be waived free plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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October 31st- November 1st. 4:00- 10:00 PM both dates. Come out and enjoy a spooky evening on the park! We will have a hayride, haunted trail, campsite decorating contest, costume contest, trick or treating, a Halloween movie, a campfire, and concessions. We have expanded our Halloween event to 2 weekends this year! $1 - $7 $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Join Blue Ridge Raptors to learn about one of the spookiest animals in North America! You will come face-to-face with the animals who hoot, trill, and scream in the night during a 45 minute owl program. Find us in the Lodge Lobby! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Bring your coffee or hot chocolate to wake up with nature by the Chattahoochee River. Listen and look for the woodland animals such as wild turkeys, osprey, bald eagles, king fishers and more! $5 plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Reserve your camping spot and come enjoy a fun filled day of Halloween festivities!
Campground Halloween Decor Contest (9am-4pm)
Trick or Treat & Costume Contest at Campground 1 (6pm - 8pm)
Best campsite and costume wins prizes! $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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In collaboration with Camden County Audubon Society, join a Master Birder on a morning birdwatching hike. This guided hike is a little more advanced than the Birding Basics hike offered.
Meet at the Sempervirens Trailhead. $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Ever wanted to see what happens after an owl consumes its prey? During this class, you will get to get a look inside your own owl pellet! Every pellet holds something different! Learn about the different types of prey owls consume and how we can help them in the wild. $10 plus $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Join us for a golf cart decorating contest and parade! We will meet for judging at the Elijah Clark cabin and parade the campgrounds from there. Prizes will be given for the most creative, spooky, and funny carts. $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Join us at the Elijah Clark Cabin to show off your best costume and participate in a costume contest! Prizes will be given for the most creative, spooky and funny costumes. $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Join us for s'mores and scary stories by the fire at the Elijah Clark cabin! All spooky stories are family friendly. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Archery
Saturday, Nov 1, 2025 9 AM to 11:30 AM
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Archery target shooting adventure for ages 10 to adult. We provide basic instruction and equipment. Beginners welcome. Limited attendance of 12 per time slot. Groups can contact us for a special time. Pre-registration and pre-payment required by calling the park office 706-663-4858. Meet at archery field below dam. Park at boat dock. $20 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Throughout history, bread has been the most important food source for everyone. The baker will be rolling dough and baking fresh loaves of bread out at the Bake & Brew kitchen. Stop by to see what 18th century baking was like! Samples available throughout the day. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Join us for an opportunity to enter the CCC fire tower. This is a self-guided tour, but a ranger will be present to answer your questions. Bring a flashlight! The tower will be open from 1:00-3:00 PM. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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Come join us every Saturday for a long, leisurely stroll on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, as we typically take 3-4 hours to complete this 7-mile loop hike. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Have you ever wondered what people ate before grocery stores? Or how they made baskets from pine needles? Join a ranger to learn how the plants around us have been used historically, both for food and for survival crafts. You'll learn the basics of plant identification, plant safety, and plant uses on this 1 mile hike. Ages 10 and up. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water as the sun sets. We'll paddle to the spot we've found Bald Eagles mating and talk about their ecological importance. Bring water, bug spray and a change of clothes or a towel. For more info and to register, click on the link below. $20 if you use your craft, $25 if you use ours $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Join our ranger for a fun morning of learning about migrating butterflies! We will identify the species and see these migrating pollinators in flight on their way south for winter! Fee includes access to regularly scheduled plantation house tours. $5.50- $8.75 912-264-7333.
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Experience sugar cane syrup making the old-fashioned way as we cook cane juice in the original kettles and press sugar cane on the steam powered press. We will also have live bluegrass music, spinning, weaving, blacksmithing, and woodstove cooking and a Civil War encampment commemorating the arrival of General Sherman's federal troops. Admission is $3.50-$9 478-986-5172.
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Try your hand at using a pump drill or grinding corn just like the Indigenous People of Kolomoki did nearly 2000 years ago, as we explore the history, daily life, skills and tools utilized by them, as well as the natural resources still present today that helped to create this thriving community. $5 parking. 229-724-2150.
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Try your hand at using a pump drill or grinding corn just like the Indigenous People of Kolomoki did nearly 2000 years ago, as we explore the history, daily life, skills and tools utilized by them, as well as the natural resources still present today that helped to create this thriving community. $5 parking. 229-724-2150.
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A guided tour of Kolomoki Mounds, as we climb Mound A and learn a little about the rich history of these sacred grounds created nearly 2000 years ago and many of the natural resources still present today.
Hike covers about .75 miles and will last about 1 hour. Closed toe shoes, water and cameras are encouraged. $5 parking. 229-724-2150.
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Join us at the Interpretive Center to create your personalized hiking stick! We have several woods to choose from and we will cut the stick to your height. We will also provide sandpaper and a sealer to protect your hiking stick. Bring your own pocket knife. Paracord will be provided for a nice hand grip! Pre-register at the Visitor Center. $7 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Join our Naturalist on a guided hike down our Lake Trail! We will stop on our boardwalk across the lake to admire the sunset. Please bring a flashlight for the walk back as we take in the sights and sounds of our park after dark! This is a 1 1/2 hour hike so wear comfortable walking shoes. We will meet at the Interpretive Center to hit the trail! $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Gather at Camp Lawton History Center for a hike to Camp Lawton’s 161 year old earthen fort. Along the way we will discover more about this Civil War prisoner of war camp built to hold 40,000 prisoners. Admission to the History Center is included. Registration is required in advance. $5 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Past and present come together as you make an old fashioned hand dipped candle with family and friends. Join us at Camp Lawton History Center.
Registration is required in advance and space is limited.
Ages 6 and up $3 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Try your hand with a compound or recurve bow after learning the basics from a certified instructor. Archery equipment will be provided. All levels of experience are welcome to enjoy autumn targets. Meet at the archery range at 2:45 pm to check in and complete waivers.
$10 Ages 8 and up. Registration is required in advance. $10 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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How did our ancestors of the past live without electricity? Learn this and more as we explore the history of candle making. Park Naturalist will demonstrate candle making techniques. Then each participant will dip candles like our ancestors from the past. Once completed they will have their own candle to take home. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Do you ever wonder what lives in the woods. Come join us as we discover the world of wildlife at Mistletoe State Park. We will share mounts, furs and more as we explore wildlife that live in our back yard. Guests will make a wildlife animal mask and visit the nature center. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Join staff, Friends of New Echota volunteers and special Cherokee guests as the historic Capital of New Echota comes alive with living history demonstrations, tours, games, and music. $6-$8. 706-624-1321.
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Wonder why Panola Mountain is a restricted area? Come on a guided hike to learn about the unique ecology and history of Panola Mountain State Park. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring plenty of water. Hike is moderately strenuous and covers approx. 3.5 miles. Ages 10+. Meet at Nature Center. Click event for more details. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Join us for our fall bark in the park hike! We will be doing a 2.5 mile hike on the canyon loop trail. We will stop along the way and have a bark ranger ceremony where all dogs on the hike will receive a bark ranger badge and certificate. $10 per dog $5 parking. 229-838-6202.
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Celebrate Fall with us on a hike through the woods to admire the beautiful foliage. We’ll explore local trees and wildflowers, and binoculars are recommended for potential wildlife sightings. Call today to reserve your spot! 5.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Join us for a relaxing exploration of Haiku poetry! We will delve into its history and learn how to write proper haikus. For inspiration, we will draw from the beauty we observe in the park. If you're interested in discovering this ancient art form, please call us today to reserve your spot. 2.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Come by the Interpretive Center to learn all about one of our ambassador rat snakes. You will have the opportunity to meet and touch the snake while you learn about its behavior, habitat, and more! $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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There is something magical about being in the swamp at sunset, the colors reflecting on its dark waters. Kayak in the swamp as the sun slips away, birds fly home to roost, and nocturnal creatures start their night. $35 plus $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Come by the Nature Hut to see some taxidermied animals you would see in the area and take the opportunity to meet two of our live snakes! $5 parking. 706-456-4362.
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Join us at our Nature Hut for an informative program about snakes that are native to Georgia and meet our snake ambassadors. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Meet behind the Nature Hut at the zipline for a family friendly movie under the stars. bring chairs and blankets for comfort. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Come Join us for a Family hayride through the campground, trick-or-treating, and Spooky campsite decorating contest! Winner will receive a free night stay. $5 parking. 706-878-2201.
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October 31st- November 1st. 4:00- 10:00 PM both dates. Come out and enjoy a spooky evening on the park! We will have a hayride, haunted trail, campsite decorating contest, costume contest, trick or treating, a Halloween movie, a campfire, and concessions. We have expanded our Halloween event to 2 weekends this year! $1 - $7 $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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North? Weast? Wait...where are we going? Have these questions trouble you no longer as we learn how to read a map and compass with a ranger. This class will teach you the basics and we'll put our skills to the test afterwards with a short hike. $5.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Come meet and learn about the various reptiles and amphibians that call our Nature Center home. Then afterwards, participate in a fun craft to take home your very own (wooden) reptile! $5.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Bank robberies. Gun fights. Moonshine. Jail breaks. Hog Thieves. Murders. An urban hike offered at the Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site introduces visitors to these cases and even more from the annals of Lumpkin County court records. $5. 706-864-2257.
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Curious on how make a flower pot, mug, or bowl out of clay? The people of the Mississippian Culture historically built sturdy coil pots and containers to store everything from seeds to water, and even food. Visitors attending the class will receive a pound of air dry clay, and you will learn step by step how to build their own coil pot. $2-$6
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Come by the Highlander House anytime between 2pm and 4pm to craft your very own cornhusk doll, a toy commonly played with in the 18th century. Perfect for younger ages AND adults! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Come learn all about the habits and diet of the black bear and the unfortunate impact human interference has on this keystone species. Get a chance to touch real black bear skulls, claws, and teeth! Begins at the Old Fort Picnic Area at 11:00 AM. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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We'll learn the basics of the app together, then take a hike through the rock garden along the lakeshore out to the rocky point at the fishing hole, observing species along the way. With our identifier in-hand, we'll search for birds, bugs, lizards, & snakes, and we're sure to find plenty of flora! Check-in & register at the Visitor Center. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Bring your kid(s) and let them be creative in making Christmas ornaments for one of our trees at the park for the tree lighting event on 11/28. We can gather items from nature to decorate and will have some supplies such as popsicle sticks, paint, glue, small plates, paper, pipe cleaners, etc Please email glsstatepark@gmail.com if you plan to come. $5 parking. 478-763-2759.
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As part of an initiative to expand our STEM programming, HLC has acquired two new InvenTables. These tables are kid-safe engineering tables approved for ages 3+. Participants will be given templates for a craft and will use the InvenTables to complete projects and practice great STEM skills. Most materials used are recycled and repurposed. Ages 6+. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Flex your creativity with this fun craft day. We will be doing hands on crafts and education. This program will be held outdoors so bring closed toed shoes, bug spray, and water. Pre-registration required. Ages 6+. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Don’t forget to set your clocks back by an hour. What better way to spend that extra time than on the trails at your favorite state park? Join us for a ranger-led 3-mile hike highlighting local flora and fauna. Wear hiking shoes and bring water. Meet up at the Big Ferry Trailhead. Don’t be late! $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Go inside the New Manchester mill ruins on this easy 1 mile hike and learn the heroing tale of the mill workers. While all ages are welcome, this trail is not stroller friendly. Please wear close toed shoes and dress for the weather. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Make your own perfume while learning about how the mighty moth shaped the world via scent. This program is indoors. Each participants gets 5 perfume tubes. Coffee and tea are avaiable for participants. To register call 770-732-2613 15 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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This soap making program is suitable for ages 5+
Pick your scent. Pick our color. Pick your mold ranging form flowers to animal paw shapes. 5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Join a Park Ranger at the Muscadine Interpretive trail to learn all about the native flora and fauna that reside here at Tugaloo. The trail is a short .7 mile hike. Please bring water and closed toe shoes. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Come by the Nature Hut to see some taxidermied animals you would see in the area and take the opportunity to meet two of our live snakes! $5 parking. 706-456-4362.
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Learn everything you need to know about fishing on Lake Hartwell and then join the Park Ranger on a fishing trip to hone your skills. Located at the Nature Hut. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Join us for a morning paddle to see the cypress trees in the fall. $40 per person (plus applicable tax). All equipment provided. Must be able to swim and meet guidelines on waiver. Limited spots, RSVP by 10/29/2025. $5 parking. 478-763-2759.
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Come and meet some of our most elusive residents, the box turtles, and learn about their habits and amazing characteristics. Meet in the Interpretive Center $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Join us to discover how colonists and pioneers created their own light before the advent of electricity. We will explore various methods of candle-making, as well as the tools and materials used in the process. At the end of the session, you'll even have the chance to make your own candle to take home! Don't wait—call now to reserve your spot! $10.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Young children will enjoy getting out for this hour of interactive reading. Listen to nature stories perfect for children with a love of the outdoors. Meet in the Interpretive Center. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Come by the Interpretive Center to learn all about our ambassador king snake. You will have the opportunity to meet and touch the snake while you learn about its behavior, habitat, and more! $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Join us for a adventure filled full moon hike! We will celebrate the Beaver Moon by hiking our 3/4 mile Beaver Trail. Bring water, flashlights, and wear appropriate shoes. $8 plus $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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Come view the rising supermoon in November & December! We'll hike out from the Visitor Center along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail to watch the full moon makes its rise in our sightline. This hike is fully accessible & pet-friendly. Meet at the Visitor Center fire ring. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center before 5pm day of event. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Join us for an afternoon paddle to see the cypress trees in the fall and during full moon. $40 per person (plus applicable tax). All equipment provided. Must be able to swim and meet guidelines on waiver. Limited spots, RSVP by 10/31/2025. $5 parking. 478-763-2759.
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This homeschool event discusses the application of prescribed fire to manage vegetation, reduce wildfire risks, and improve ecosystem health. A park ranger will demonstrate the technique and equipment used to perform this function. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Inviting homeschool students 3rd grade and above to learn the purpose and effects of prescribed burning. $6 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Join us for a relaxing exploration of Haiku poetry! We will delve into its history and learn how to write proper haikus. For inspiration, we will draw from the beauty we observe in the park. If you're interested in discovering this ancient art form, please call us today to reserve your spot. 2.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Join Rangers on a full moon hike and learn about Red Top Mountain. This hike is a 1-mile round trip on moderate terrain. Pre-registration required. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Hike 310 stairs to the suspension bridge to watch the moon rise above the gorge $10 per a person $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Bank robberies. Gun fights. Moonshine. Jail breaks. Hog Thieves. Murders. An urban hike offered at the Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site introduces visitors to these cases and even more from the annals of Lumpkin County court records. $5. 706-864-2257.
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A ranger will be roving the trails to answer your questions about local flora, fauna, and more. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Come join us at Amicalola Falls State Park for our 2nd annual Fall Festival! Bring your friends and family to enjoy live animal shows, hayrides, pumpkin painting, s'mores, games, crafts, and so much more! Find us at the Top of the Falls Parking area! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Come out for an afternoon of fun with the family and your furry friend! Take a hike by the river, enjoy lunch at our riverside picnic tables and stop by the Visitor Center to check out our cornhole, croquet, horseshoe, and other yard games $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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We are at it again! Join us on a hike to the Wild Turkey Trail creek to search for and identify salamanders. Learn the different species of the Piedmont Region, what they eat and their winter behaviors. $3 plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Want to learn archery? Join us on the range to learn how to use a bow. Get the chance to show off your skills, and maybe find your next hobby! $15.00 plus $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Come meet and learn about the various reptiles and amphibians that call our Nature Center home. Then afterwards, participate in a fun craft to take home your very own (wooden) reptile! $5.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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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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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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Join us for an opportunity to enter the CCC fire tower. This is a self-guided tour, but a ranger will be present to answer your questions. Bring a flashlight! The tower will be open from 1:00-3:00 PM. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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Fight off the autumn chill with some tasty smores around the campfire! Join a ranger at the Beach area at 5:30 PM for some smores. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Come down to Picnic Shelter 4 to enjoy some Friday Fun with a variety of different activities available each week. Activities include 2-4 player games, crafts, and trivia with a Ranger. The Ranger will also answer any nature, history, or park questions you may have. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Come down to Picnic Shelter 4 for a warm campfire and hot cocoa. A ranger will be present talking about park history, ghost stories, and fun facts about nature. Feel free to bring any nature or history questions you have to ask the ranger. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Gather family and friends around our campground campfire for a game, story, and roasted marshmallows.
Please register in advance at the Visitor Center. $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Celebrate Fall with us on a hike through the woods to admire the beautiful foliage. We’ll explore local trees and wildflowers, and binoculars are recommended for potential wildlife sightings. Call today to reserve your spot! 5.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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We invite you to join us at our wonderful park! We will engage in a casual conversation about the park and its available activities. We will also discuss the local wildlife and answer any questions you may have. So, come on by, have a seat, and enjoy the company of a ranger while indulging in a free S'more! $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Join us at the fire pit behind the Visitor Center for a laid-back time of stories and fun. Visitors will be have the opportunity to share their own stories as well, so come prepared to share. S’mores ingredients will be provided by Friends of Skidaway Island State Park while supplies last. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Enjoy the beauty of the Okefenokee swamp at sunset.
Take a relaxing and immersive evening tour into the swamp. Watch as the suns colors put on a show over our dark waters. $25-35 plus $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Go inside the New Manchester mill ruins on this easy 1 mile hike and learn the heroing tale of the mill workers. While all ages are welcome, this trail is not stroller friendly. Please wear close toed shoes and dress for the weather. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Make your own perfume while learning about how the mighty moth shaped the world via scent. This program is indoors. Each participants gets 5 perfume tubes. Coffee and tea are avaiable for participants. To register call 770-732-2613 15 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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This soap making program is suitable for ages 5+
Pick your scent. Pick our color. Pick your mold ranging form flowers to animal paw shapes. 5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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play a fun and exciting game of glow mini golf. $6 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Enjoy a relaxing paddle on the river while the sun sets.
Fun and easy, no experience necessary. Ranger led.
Space is limited, Pre-registration required. Participants will need to sign a waiver. If there is inclement weather, the program will need to be cancelled and those registered will receive a full refund. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Join us this spring as we begin our illustrative walk through the seasons and nature! In this program, we will be highlighting your individual interpretation of the surrounding environment while also strengthening your passion to discover, observe, be mindful, and be creative! We supply the journals, you bring the imagination! Find us in Shelter 2 $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Come explore the biodiversity of Amicalola Falls with an introduction to the iNaturalist Nature Identification app then a walk around our lodge loop trail to identify surrounding flora/fauna. Meet us in the Lodge Lobby! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Join volunteer naturalists to learn how to use a tree ID guide book and scientific sketches to identify amazing trees at Amicalola Falls. This walk will take place at the Lodge Loop Trail, which overlooks the mountain range that surrounds the Lodge. Meet us in the lodge lobby! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Come out and enjoy the fall foliage, bring a journal and learn how to do leaf impressions. Play a game of leaf ID bingo, winner gets a prize! $5 plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Learn how to tie a hook and catch a fish with a ranger! $10.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Enjoy a fun afternoon of building your own mini terrarium while learning about the environmental cycles that will take place within it. $10.00 plus $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Embrace your inner curiosity as we dissect and learn about the ins and outs of one of the oceans' most common animals: The Squid! $10.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Touch, see, and talk about all kinds of trucks and other big equipment at our day-use boat ramp! Park by the beach and you will be transported to the event. We hope to see you there! $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Join us for a guided hike along the scenic Mountain Creek Trail, you’ll explore shady hardwood forests, sparkling streams, and the unique plants and wildlife that call this trail home. Along the way, we’ll share fun facts about the park’s history, the natural wonders of the Piedmont region, and tips for spotting wildlife. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Archery
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Archery target shooting adventure for ages 10 to adult. We provide basic instruction and equipment. Beginners welcome. Limited attendance of 12 per time slot. Groups can contact us for a special time. Pre-registration and pre-payment required by calling the park office 706-663-4858. Meet at archery field below dam. Park at boat dock. $20 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Join us for a short hike as we explore the forest floor and discover why bugs are some of the most important workers in our ecosystem. Along the trail, we’ll collect natural materials and learn how insects help keep the forest healthy. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Join us for a special Veterans Day Event! We’ll be offering a guided tour of the fort, showcasing musket demonstrations, and holding a flag-folding ceremony. $6-$10. 912-727-2339.
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