Junior Ranger Events

For children ages 6 to 12. We will learn about lake critters, trees, birds, animal tracks and more on your way to earning a super-cool Jr. Ranger badge. $30 plus parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Get ready for Fall Break Fun! Activities will include exploring trails, learning to survive in the wild, becoming wildlife detectives, and, of course, enjoying games and crafts. Each kiddo will earn their Junior Ranger Badge at the end of the day! Ages 6-12. Pre-registration Required by calling the Park. $30 plus parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Join us at the campground on Friday nights in October. Ring in the season and the weekend with our relaxing fall festivities. We will have a hayride, s'mores, and campfire stories! Campers and day visitors are both welcome! $5 plus parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Enjoy the Junior Ranger Bingo Game led by our rangers, with prizes! For families of all ages at Picnic Shelter 2. Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
 
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Make unforgettable memories with your family this Fall Break. Learn about the animals that call our state home, and their behavior as the seasons change. Play fun games and make crafts. Pre-registration required by 5 PM on October 11th, the day before camp. $15 per child, $5 per adult. $15 plus parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
 
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Join us at the campground on Friday nights in October. Ring in the season and the weekend with our relaxing fall festivities. We will have a hayride, s'mores, and campfire stories! Campers and day visitors are both welcome! $5 plus parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Join us at the campground on Friday nights in October. Ring in the season and the weekend with our relaxing fall festivities. We will have a hayride, s'mores, and campfire stories! Campers and day visitors are both welcome! $5 plus parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Join us at the Jane Hurt Yarn Interpretive Center for a fun evening of carnival-style games, hayrides, and more! Parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Learn all about amphibians and macroinvertebrates during a 1.25 mi. hike on the Watershed Trail. We will be spending some time at Panola Creek looking for these amazing creatures, so be prepared to get muddy and wet. Ages 5+. Pre-registration is required. Call the Park Office to register. $5 plus parking fee required. 770-389-7801.
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Join a ranger for a free educational program to learn about native animals that call Panola Mountain home and what we can do to protect them. Program includes either a live snake or turtle. Meet at the Nature Center. For all ages, but recommended for children ages 5-10. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Parking fee required. 770-389-7801.
 
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Join us at the campground on Friday nights in October. Ring in the season and the weekend with our relaxing fall festivities. We will have a hayride, s'mores, and campfire stories! Campers and day visitors are both welcome! $5 plus parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Meet us in the Jane Hurt Yarn Interpretive Center for a fun craft! We will be making pinecone birdfeeders; supplies will be provided! Allergen Note: we will be using peanut butter for this craft! $3 plus parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Join us for an evening hike along the North Rim Trail and hear several spooky Appalachian tales straight from the source: author Kat Von Hacke! These stories are suitable for all ages! Headlamps and flashlights are recommended! Parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Join us in the Interpretive Center for a talk about arachnids and for a fun accompanying craft! Suitable for all ages; no live spiders will be present! $3 plus parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Join us at the campground on Friday nights in October. Ring in the season and the weekend with our relaxing fall festivities. We will have a hayride, s'mores, and campfire stories! Campers and day visitors are both welcome! $5 plus parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Meet our Victorian-dressed naturalist on the back patio of the Interpretive Center for a fun talk about Victorian Thanksgiving traditions and an accompanying craft! Parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Step back in time and explore the history of Panola Mountain State Park during this three-day camp! Campers will learn how people of the past lived, worked, and played through hands-on activities like archaeology, pioneer skills, archery, survival skills, and outdoor exploration. Ages 8-12. Register with Event Link. $120 plus parking fee required. 770-389-7801.
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Did you happen to Gobble until you Wobbled this Thanksgiving? Here is your chance to walk off a bit of those Turkey and stuffing gains! Join our Naturalist on a guided hike from the visitor's center to our primitive cabin, and learn some fun facts about the park along the way! $5. 706-878-3087.
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Meet us in the conference room of the Interpretive Center for a talk about black bears! We will be discussing their habitat and diet, how to store food safely, and how to protect yourself while recreating in black bear country! Bring home some fun bear activity sheets as well! Parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
 
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Come out for our Jr. Ranger Camp! Ages 5-7 are welcome! Registration at 9:00 AM. Four days full of learning about nature and building skills! A ceremony will be held on the last day of camp! Kids will need to bring a packed lunch, a water bottle, and wear close-toed shoes plus bug spray and sunscreen. $175 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Come out for our Jr. Ranger Camp! Ages 5-7 are welcome! Registration at 9:00 AM. Four days full of learning about nature and building skills! A ceremony will be held on the last day of camp! Kids will need to bring a packed lunch, a water bottle, and wear close-toed shoes plus bug spray and sunscreen. $175 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Come out for our Jr. Ranger Camp! Ages 5-7 are welcome! Registration at 9:00 AM. Four days full of learning about nature and building skills! A ceremony will be held on the last day of camp! Kids will need to bring a packed lunch, a water bottle, and wear close-toed shoes plus bug spray and sunscreen. $175 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Come out for our Jr. Ranger Camp! Ages 5-7 are welcome! Registration at 9:00 AM. Four days full of learning about nature and building skills! A ceremony will be held on the last day of camp! Kids will need to bring a packed lunch, a water bottle, and wear close-toed shoes plus bug spray and sunscreen. $175 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Come out for our Jr. Ranger Camp! Ages 8-10 are welcome! Registration at 9:00 AM. Four days full of learning about nature and building skills! A ceremony will be held on the last day of camp! Kids will need to bring a packed lunch, a water bottle, and wear close-toed shoes plus bug spray and sunscreen. $175 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Come out for our Jr. Ranger Camp! Ages 8-10 are welcome! Registration at 9:00 AM. Four days full of learning about nature and building skills! A ceremony will be held on the last day of camp! Kids will need to bring a packed lunch, a water bottle, and wear close-toed shoes plus bug spray and sunscreen. $175 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Come out for our Jr. Ranger Camp! Ages 8-10 are welcome! Registration at 9:00 AM. Four days full of learning about nature and building skills! A ceremony will be held on the last day of camp! Kids will need to bring a packed lunch, a water bottle, and wear close-toed shoes plus bug spray and sunscreen. $175 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Come out for our Jr. Ranger Camp! Ages 8-10 are welcome! Registration at 9:00 AM. Four days full of learning about nature and building skills! A ceremony will be held on the last day of camp! Kids will need to bring a packed lunch, a water bottle, and wear close-toed shoes plus bug spray and sunscreen. $175 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Come out for our Jr. Ranger Camp! Ages 5-7 are welcome! Registration at 9:00 AM. Four days full of learning about nature and building skills! A ceremony will be held on the last day of camp! Kids will need to bring a packed lunch, a water bottle, and wear close-toed shoes plus bug spray and sunscreen. $175 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Come out for our Jr. Ranger Camp! Ages 5-7 are welcome! Registration at 9:00 AM. Four days full of learning about nature and building skills! A ceremony will be held on the last day of camp! Kids will need to bring a packed lunch, a water bottle, and wear close-toed shoes plus bug spray and sunscreen. $175 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Come out for our Jr. Ranger Camp! Ages 5-7 are welcome! Registration at 9:00 AM. Four days full of learning about nature and building skills! A ceremony will be held on the last day of camp! Kids will need to bring a packed lunch, a water bottle, and wear close-toed shoes plus bug spray and sunscreen. $175 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Come out for our Jr. Ranger Camp! Ages 5-7 are welcome! Registration at 9:00 AM. Four days full of learning about nature and building skills! A ceremony will be held on the last day of camp! Kids will need to bring a packed lunch, a water bottle, and wear close-toed shoes plus bug spray and sunscreen. $175 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Come out for our Jr. Ranger Camp! Ages 8-10 are welcome! Registration at 9:00 AM. Four days full of learning about nature and building skills! A ceremony will be held on the last day of camp! Kids will need to bring a packed lunch, a water bottle, and wear close-toed shoes plus bug spray and sunscreen. $175 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Come out for our Jr. Ranger Camp! Ages 8-10 are welcome! Registration at 9:00 AM. Four days full of learning about nature and building skills! A ceremony will be held on the last day of camp! Kids will need to bring a packed lunch, a water bottle, and wear close-toed shoes plus bug spray and sunscreen. $175 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Come out for our Jr. Ranger Camp! Ages 8-10 are welcome! Registration at 9:00 AM. Four days full of learning about nature and building skills! A ceremony will be held on the last day of camp! Kids will need to bring a packed lunch, a water bottle, and wear close-toed shoes plus bug spray and sunscreen. $175 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Come out for our Jr. Ranger Camp! Ages 8-10 are welcome! Registration at 9:00 AM. Four days full of learning about nature and building skills! A ceremony will be held on the last day of camp! Kids will need to bring a packed lunch, a water bottle, and wear close-toed shoes plus bug spray and sunscreen. $175 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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